Winter has led to the decision to chill out regarding a weekend event.

The Friends of Chapman State Park is postponing Winterfest, which was to take place Saturday, due to the weather forecast. Organizers said “it is believed to be in the best interest of safety due to the forecasted weather conditions” and will be tentatively rescheduled for Sunday, Feb. 15. The schedule of activities and events will remain the same; it’s just a change in date.

According to the National Weather Service, severe cold weather is expected this weekend, especially between late Friday and Saturday morning. Dangerously cold wind chills of 20 to 30 below zero is possible. The impacts could cause frostbite on exposed skin as quickly as within 30 minutes. It is expected to remain cold and windy into Sunday morning, however Saturday morning will be the coldest period.

One of the largest winter events in the Pennsylvania Wilds region, Winterfest is held annually in early February each year. Free to attend, here are some things to know about this year’s event, at 4790 Chapman Dam Road, Clarendon:

— Shuttle service will be provided by the Warren County Visitors Bureau. Preregistration is not required for many of the Winterfest events. Registration will be taken day-of for all events.

— There is however, a pre-registration for the Polar Bear Plunge, since it is a fundraising effort. Additionally, there are registration sheets for the fishing tournament and cardboard sled dog races, along with the polar plunge, will be made available at the event. Several free events and activities will be available throughout the day including the organized mountain bike ride.

— There will be family-friendly and educational activities, a free sled dog demonstration along with a meet and greet with the Sled Dogs of Smokey Hill will be available.

— The Glade VFW will conduct an ice safety demonstration before the Polar Bear Plunge, which is a fundraiser for the Salvation Army, and is free to watch. Come help meet the Salvation Army’s $5000 goal at the Polar Plunge and the donations to the Friends of Chapman will assist with playground updates.

— Kondak’s Market and the Arbor Coffee House will have a donation-based hot beverage station.

— There will be food and drinks available for purchase and there are fees for the following: carriage rides by Double C Ranch, entrance for the second Annual Chili Cook-off, and fees to enter the ice fishing tournament. Free t-shirt with $50 or more funds raised, also for purchase on the day of the event.

Winterfest is sponsored by Friends of Chapman State Park, Ace Hardware, Forest Line Media, Salvation Army, The Warren Cycle Shop, Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry.