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Civilian Conservation Corps Encampment
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Reenactors in Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) attire will offer programs and demonstrations throughout the day that highlight the role the CCC played in restoring Hopewell Furnace as well as the organization’s impact on the entire country during the Great Depression. The Civilian Conservation Corps - Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
Activities include mock CCC enlistment procedures, woodcutting and branding demonstrations, Park Ranger lead programming, and activities related to National Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, April 20th.
There will be two guided tours through the CCC Encampment starting at 11 AM and 2 PM behind the park visitor center. Attend these tours to learn more about what the CCC was, why it started, and what the CCC did to help Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site and French Creek State Park!
Ask about our special CCC Junior Ranger Book!
Reservation or Registration: No
Contact Information
Jeff Jones610 582 8773 ext 230
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