February 23 Weekly PA Wilds News Digest
February 23, 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.
This news clips email includes news from two weeks, February 10-23.
In the PA Wilds Center news, media coverage continues about the placement of an ERC fellow and the start of developing a PA Wilds trail book. On the topic of the trail book, remember that the survey deadline is quickly approaching! For this phase of the project, the Center is seeking public feedback on memorable trails in PA Wilds. Please submit your favorite hiking trail by the deadline, February 29, here: https://bit.ly/PA-Wilds-Trail-Survey
On the PAWilds.com blog, some blogs include a folklore story from the PA Wilds, a Valentine’s Day-themed list of reasons to love the region, a feature on an axe-throwing business in Lock Haven, tips for starting your bird watching journey, and tips for removing ice and snow in a more eco-friendly way.
On the Shop the PA Wilds Marketplace blog, Stephanie Distler shares how her studio has changed over the years. Rachel Courtney from Sugar Mama’s Appalachian Maple has a feature about her business as well.
OUR BLOGS
PA WILDSThe Death Shout: A legend from the Pennsylvania Wilds – Lou Bernard
Reasons to love the PA Wilds – Britt MaderaThe Golden Axe: Embracing the thrill of axe throwing – Ashley FosbrinkBIRD LORE: Birding without bells and whistles – Lycoming Audubon, Julie Cramer-LeProtect PA Wilds waterways; use caution when removing ice or snow – DCNR and Chesapeake Bay ProgramWCO
Member & Partner Press Releases
WCO Member Spotlights
February spotlight – The Golden Axe: Embracing the thrill of axe throwing
PA WILDS CENTER
PA WILDS MARKETPLACE
MENTIONING PA WILDS
PA Wilds Center Partners with Keystone Trails Assn. to Create Hiking Book, Seeks Public Feedback on Memorable Trails – GantNews.comPA Wilds Center seeks public feedback on memorable trails in region – The Courier ExpressPA Wilds Center Selected for ERC Fellow Placement to Help Advance Rural PA’s Outdoor Recreation Sector Over Next 2.5 Years – GantNews.comPotter County to host event to launch ‘Big Idea’ – Tioga PublishingBIG IDEA info, Q&A session set in Coudersport – The Bradford EraBig Idea contest calls entrepreneurs – Tioga PublishingWill Outdoor Recreation Save Appalachia’s Economy? – Reason MagazinePennsylvania Wilds BDR-X Route: Four Tips for Tackling Tiny BDRs – Adventure Motorcycle Magazine
MENTIONING TA ENOS
PA Wilds Center seeks public feedback on memorable trails in region – The Courier ExpressMENTIONING PA WILDS PUBLIC LANDSParks, forests, rivers
Allegheny National ForestFederal officials anticipating heavy use on ANF for eclipse – Times ObserverAbout People – The Derrick (Daniele Gualtieri is the new Marienville district ranger in Allegheny National Forest.)The 5 Most Beautiful Places to Live In Pennsylvania That Are Still Affordable – A-Z Animals (Warren listed)8 of the Friendliest Towns in Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Ridgway and Wellsboro listed)RTS: Tourism – The Bradford EraAllegheny National Forest’s Artist-in-Residence Program 2024: A Call to Nature-Inspired Artists – BNN BreakingArtist-in-Residence Program Now Accepting Applicants – GantNews.comForest offices closed to observe Presidents Day – The Kane RepublicanForest County Students Present Congressman ‘GT’ Thompson With Custom Carved Coasters – exploreClarion.comWill Outdoor Recreation Save Appalachia’s Economy? – Reason Magazine
Allegheny RiverFishing Report: Low water hampers fishing; trout stocking begins in two week – Pittsburgh Post-GazetteEcotourism In Warren County – Erie News Now
Bald Eagle State ParkDCNR: Man From Valley Missing In Bald Eagle State Forest – Newsradio 1070 WKOK
Black Moshannon State Park
Cherry Springs State ParkSeeing Light Pollution for What It Is – The Provincetown Independent
Clarion River8 of the Friendliest Towns in Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Ridgway and Wellsboro listed)Will Outdoor Recreation Save Appalachia’s Economy? – Reason MagazinePiney Rail Riders Seeking Grant to Purchase 24-Mile Trail in Clarion and Jefferson Counties – GantNews.comPiney Rail Riders Seeking Grant to Purchase 24-Mile Trail in Clarion and Jefferson Counties – exploreJeffersonPA.com
Cook Forest State ParkLate snow adds to the fun at Snowman in the Forest – The DerrickHeart Hike rescheduled – The Clarion News
Hyner Run State ParkPFBC officials gear up for trout season; some streams taken off the stocking schedule – Williamsport Sun-Gazette
Kinzua Bridge State ParkWill Outdoor Recreation Save Appalachia’s Economy? – Reason MagazineClub memo – The Bradford EraKinzua Bridge State Park programs in February – The Courier ExpressFebruary at Kinzua Bridge State Park – The Bradford EraAs Pa. state park visits rise, Presque Isle beaches and trails are the No. 1 draw – Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Lyman Run State ParkLyman Run State Park to hold Cold as Ice program – Tioga Publishing
Parker Dam State ParkWinterFest at Parker Dam is in February This Year – GantNews.com
YMCA Winterfest returns to Parker Dam State Park this weekend – The Courier Express
Sproul State Forest
Landscapes and Journeys
Dark SkiesSeeing Light Pollution for What It Is – The Provincetown Independent
Elk CountryElk County Riders host snowy ATV Winterfest – The Courier ExpressSMAHS students propose plan for environmental educational pavilion – The Daily PressEcology club presents plan for environmental education pavilion at SMAHS – The Courier Express
Pine Creek Valley / PA Grand Canyon / Pine Creek Rail Trail8 of the Friendliest Towns in Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Ridgway and Wellsboro listed)It’s Time To Think About Micromobility Charging Stations – Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia