Pennsylvania Energy Games, an all-volunteer nonprofit, is hosting an all-day, family-friendly shindig showcasing homegrown energy production, delivery and conservation.
The event, set for September 7 at the Lycoming County Fairgrounds in Hughesville, celebrates all forms of energy: clean, coal, natural gas, oil, nuclear, hydro, solar, wind, biodiesel and biomass. The goal, says Todd Stager, a State College engineer and board member, is to encourage “a better awareness for the public of the vital role energy plays in our everyday lives.”
The idea grew from an informal networking group of engineers and others involved in energy-related industries.
PA Energy Games includes a heavy equipment rodeo, safety/obstacle course competitions, truck show, children’s games and activities, exhibit booths, energy industry educational displays, food vendors, fireworks and live music. Recording artist Clay Walker is the headliner and country artists Oilfield Cowboy, Chris Higbee and Morgan Myles will also perform. Proceeds will go to Wounded Warriors and The United Way.
Stager says the organizers expect this to be an annual event and have set an ambitious goal of 10,000 attendees, though their more realistic expectation is about 5,000. They are also actively seeking sponsors, with a goal of 100.
Source: Todd Stager, PA Energy Games
Writer: Elise Vider