Volunteer crafts people and donations are needed to make this special event a success. Pioneer Crafts day was initiated in 1979 to provide an opportunity for all visitors to sample a bit of what life was like during the 1800's and early 1900's and to re-learn the lost arts necessary for daily pioneer living. It has grown since 1979 to attract approximately 4000 visitors. An authentic day out of the past is planned with visitors able to witnesses jelly and lye soap making. Children and adults alike can try their hand at making hand-dipped candles.
Old timers reminisce at the authentic moonshine still.
The air is filled with the sounds of a farrier's hammer and the mountain man's muzzleloader. Many other crafts are demonstrated as well. There are two features at Pioneer Crafts Day. Open air living history shows are presented throughout the day by costumed pioneers and Indians. The stated is a log cabin constructed by the Tionesta Lake Staff.