January 26 Weekly PA Wilds News Digest
January 26, 2024 Weekly Digest: Recent News from the PA Wilds
The PA Wilds Weekly Digest is a roundup of news articles about the PA Wilds, the region’s public lands and its Landscapes and Journeys that have been published over the past week.
Note: some of the news websites may have paywalls that prevent you from reading their content.
Enjoy this week’s PA Wilds News Clips below.
Calling all visionaries in Cameron, Clinton, Lycoming, Potter, and Tioga Counties, PA! Apply for the 2024 PA Wilds BIG IDEA Contest for the chance to win up to $50,000 to help grow your innovative idea. Apply by Tuesday, April 18, 2024 at bfcnp.org/PA-Wilds-24.
On the PA Wilds visitor blog, learn how to apply the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace during the winter season. As we approach Valentine’s Day, there is also a story featuring some ideas for the most romantic things to do in the PA Wilds.
On the PA Wilds Marketplace blog, the Village Eatinghouse shared their new Simple & Sour Italian dressing and how to use it in some delicious (and healthy) recipes.
PA WILDSHow to Leave No Trace during the winter in the PA Wilds – Britt MaderaThe most romantic things to do in the PA Wilds – Britt MaderaForest Fridays: Life below the snow – Robin Eng, Forest FridaysWCO
Member & Partner Press Releases
WCO Member Spotlights
January spotlight – Laughing Owl Press: Personalizing art through letterpress printingPA WILDS CENTER
PA WILDS MARKETPLACENew Year’s Resolution recipes using Village Eatinghouse’s Simple & Sour Italian – Village Eatinghouse
MENTIONING PA WILDS
Pennsylvania Wilds Center earns grant boost – NorthcentralPA.comCasey Secures Federal Investment for PA Wilds Outdoor Recreation and Workforce Initiative – Senator Bob CaseyCasey secures grant for Pennsylvania Wilds – Williamsport Sun-Gazette10 Small Towns In Pennsylvania That Feel So Far Removed From Philadelphia – TheTravel (Smethport, Bellefonte, Punxsutawney, Renovo all listed and mentioned as being part of the PA Wilds region)
MENTIONING PA WILDS PUBLIC LANDS
Parks, forests, rivers
Allegheny National ForestANF to begin closing gates on hunter roads – The Bradford EraGates begin closing on ANF hunting roads – Times ObserverHutchinson, Rapp Urge SEC to “Not Allow Rich Elites Control Over Public Lands and Their Natural Resources” – The Courier ExpressProposal plucked: NYSE withdraws ‘natural asset company’ rule change – Times ObserverForest Service accepting comments on proposed new trails in Allegheny National Forest – The Bradford Era
Holland to present ‘Birds of the Allegheny Reservoir’ – The Bradford EraThese Towns in the Mid-Atlantic Come Alive in Winter – WorldAtlas (Bradford)What is Pennsylvania’s longest-numbered highway? – ABC27 (Route 6)
Chapman State Park
Chapman State Park Preps for Winter Festival in Warren County – Erie News NowOutdoor Club to hike – Times Observer
Cherry Springs State ParkDARK SKY ASTRONOMY This Local Life – MyMiamiCounty
Faith & Values: What’s the best resolution you’ve ever made? Here’s mine. – The Virginian-PilotThe 12 Most Gorgeous Places to Stargaze in the U.S. – A-Z AnimalsThis is the most ‘breathtaking natural marvel’ in Florida. Here’s where to find it – Click Orlando (Lists a “marvel” for each state, Cherry Springs for PA!)
Clarion RiverNo Room At The Inn: With hotel closed, Clarion River Jam canceled – The Courier ExpressReassessment project remains on track in Clarion County – The Courier ExpressState police, Troop C accepting applications for Camp Cadet Program – WTAJ (Campers will canoe on Clarion River)
Cook Forest State ParkCook Forest State Park programs in February, March – The Courier Express
Kinzua Bridge State ParkCabin fever? KVTC can help – The Bradford EraWhat is Pennsylvania’s longest-numbered highway? – ABC27 (Route 6)
Sinnemahoning State ParkWinter Women in the Wilds – Tioga Publishing
Tiadaghton State Forest
Tioga State ForestLast piece arrives; SRBC receives $68 million for Tioga River restoration – Tioga Publishing
Journeys and Landscapes
Dark SkiesDARK SKY ASTRONOMY This Local Life – MyMiamiCountyThe 12 Most Gorgeous Places to Stargaze in the U.S. – A-Z Animals
Pine Creek Valley / PA Grand Canyon / Pine Creek Rail TrailCounty to consider easements for BEVT project Phase 5 – The ExpressWhat is Pennsylvania’s longest-numbered highway? – ABC27 (Route 6)
Scenic Route 6What is Pennsylvania’s longest-numbered highway? – ABC27 (Route 6)