MILFORD, PA — “Goods from the Woods” is the focus of the 12th annual Festival of Wood at Grey Towers National Historic Site on Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7. This free event offers a variety of activities that demonstrate the many ways we use and enjoy wood in our everyday lives.

Wood crafts, children’s activities with wood, chainsaw carvings, educational exhibits, live woodland wildlife, beekeeping, films, tree pruning and portable sawmill demonstrations, free music, tree walks and more will be offered on the grounds of the historic estate, now run by the National Forest Service and once the home of Gifford Pinchot, who founded and served as first chief of that service from 1905 to 1910. There is free parking, a free shuttle and free admission to the grounds.

New this year: a number of wood craftsmen have been added to the show, with unique, one-of-a-kind wood items for sale; a special artifacts exhibit that illustrates Gifford Pinchot’s affinity for fishing, including his newly restored Old Towne canoe; and guided walking tours of the estate grounds, highlighting some of the more interesting and mature trees.

Festival hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. For a schedule of events or more information visit www.greytowers.org or call 570/296-9630.