Box Elder households nonetheless discover Halloween enjoyable after Bear River occasion is canceled

TREMONTON, Utah — It’s the season of Halloween occasions, and the Bear River Migratory Refuge, a federal website in Box Elder County, was gearing as much as host one in all its personal. The first “Creature Crawl” occasion was scheduled earlier within the month, later postponed to Oct. 25, however then canceled due to the continuing federal authorities shutdown.

“It’s actually a new one that we’ve never done before. The bird refuge is reaching out to do more community events, so we’ll be back,” said Joanie Hammer, the tourism director for Box Elder County.

Hammer hopes people will still visit the bird refuge and the Golden Spike National Historical Park, but recreate responsibly.

“Loads of my companions at our federal amenities, numerous them are younger households that also have households to feed and people payments to pay, and I fear about these people,” mentioned Hammer. “Luckily our community comes together and we’re keeping an eye out on these folks.”

She hopes people take advantage of all the free events and use them as a way to connect with others during tough times, like hundreds of people did at the Tremonton Trick-or-Treat event Friday evening.

“I love the participation, I love the buzz, I love the support and just seeing my community thrive,” mentioned Hammer.

Mataya Driggers and her household have been out and about.

“It’s nice, especially when some people can’t afford to take their kids to do things, or can’t afford candy because it’s expensive, but it’s fun,” she said.

People were dressed up in costumes — from superheroes and dinosaurs, to princesses, police officers and even Minions. Businesses lined up giving out candy, and people trickled through Main Street embracing the Halloween spirit.

“Hugely impactful. It actually brings lots of people collectively,” said April Keller, who lives in Tremonton and brought her nieces and nephew to the event.

There are other free events going on this weekend if families are looking for things to do in Box Elder County. More information can be found in this Facebook post.

They hope events like these help bring a little joy — and extra sugar.

“It’s a enjoyable little getaway,” mentioned Driggers. “Have enjoyable, get sweet and revel in it.”