A huge pot of Hobo Stew, containing donations from campers and visitors, will be simmering over an open fire at the Lower Shelter House. Judging for the Cast Iron Cook-Off and pumpkin carving contest will be held at 5 p.m. in the Lower Shelter House. Children will love the wagon rides, fun harvest games planned just for them and a huge hay bale maze. Have your photo taken among the autumn displays and purchase a few decorations for your own home. At the Longaberger Homestead.
Admission is free.
Other activities include a Pottery Pitch and Raffle of a Rick Wisecarver Vase. The Wilds is sponsoring a competitive trail riding event featuring both 25 and 50 mile courses. The event is being held at the Wilds Horseman s camp on Watson Road in Cumberland. Riders must supply their own horse. Brighton Octoberfest October 7 Join the fun at the 9 th annual Brighton Historic Association Octoberfest celebration to be held at the Muskingum County Fairgrounds.