April 26 Weekly PA Wilds News Digest
April 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.
In PA Wilds media coverage, the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced that there will be rehabilitation project for the Kinzua Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park. The renovations will begin after the 2024 fall foliage season, and the work is expected to last multiple years. The Skywalk is expected to reopen for two months each fall season, to allow for travelers to enjoy the fall foliage. The PA Wilds Center plans to have its own press release soon about the Skywalk renovations.
On the PA Wilds visitor blog, Ed Byers highlights Russell Stone in Clearfield County. Their stone products have been used in projects and buildings around the country, including the “Rocky” steps in Philadelphia and the Six&Kane energy efficient building in Kane. Also on the visitor blog, Forest Friday shares how common wildflowers can become not-so-common when they have variations, such as some notable double-flower varieties that were recently found in Tioga State Forest.
OUR BLOGS
PA WILDS
Clearfield County stone – “The rock of ages” – Ed Byers
Forest Fridays: Not-so-common wildflowers in Tioga State Forest – Chris Firestone, Forest Fridays
WCO
WCO Member Spotlights
April spotlight – Jillia Ceramics: Small batch handmade pottery inspired by the beauty of the PA Wilds
PA WILDS CENTER
Share your outdoor interests via survey for Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
PA WILDS MARKETPLACE
How shopping on the PA Wilds Marketplace benefits our environment – Britt Madera
IN THE NEWS
MENTIONING PA WILDS
Elk Country: The home of the PA Wilds biggest attraction – WTAJ
Women in Astronomy: Henrietta Leavitt – WSKG (Program held by the PA Wilds Astromony Club)
River walk extension project will connect trail, park network – WVIA “What makes Williamsport and Lycoming County unique is where we sit in relation to the Pennsylvania Wilds,” Lycoming County commissioner Mark Mussina said.
RIDGWAY: ECCOTA hosts ‘Nature’s Palette’ exhibit – The Bradford Era
MENTIONING PA WILDS PUBLIC LANDS
Parks, forests, rivers
Allegheny National Forest
Volunteers sought for 20th annual Allegheny Reservoir Cleanup Day – Times Observer
MOUNT JEWETT: Skywalk maintenance to ensure longevity – The Bradford Era
Forest service to hold program in Clarion – The Derrick
Bald Eagle State Park
‘Migratory Birds’ presentation at Towpath meeting – Lewistown Sentinel
Extreme Adventure Starts Here – StateCollege.com
Black Moshannon State Park
‘Migratory Birds’ presentation at Towpath meeting – Lewistown Sentinel
Cherry Springs State Park
A pink moon will peak soon over Pennsylvania, then a meteor shower. When to see it all – Centre Daily Times
Wellsboro, PA: A Gem in the Heart of the Northeast – Travel And Tour World
Wellsboro, PA Named as a Top Small Town in the Northeast by USA Today 10Best – Digital Journal
Wellsboro, PA Named as a Top Small Town in the Northeast by USA Today 10Best – Business Wire
Clear Creek State Park
Seneca Resources Days of Doing to take place next week – Butler Eagle
Couple took the plunge with The Copper Kettle and now has opened a second Airbnb, Gig’s Loft – The Courier Express
Cook Forest State Park
Beginner’s Mushroom Hike to be held at Cook Forest State Park – Clearfield Progress
Living History Weekend at Cook Forest State Park – The Courier Express
Elk State Forest
National Fuel employees volunteer for third annual Days of Doing – The Bradford Era
Hyner Run State Park
Outdoor community calendar for April 23 – Williamsport Sun-Gazette
Kinzua Bridge State Park
Maintenance on Kinzua Bridge planned; closures to be announced later this summer – Olean Times Herald
Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park PA to close for maintenance – Erie Times-News
Pennsylvania Announces Major Rehabilitation Project for Kinzua Bridge State Park Skywalk – MyChesCo
Improvements planned for Kinzua Bridge State Park Skywalk – The Courier Express
DCNR plans improvements to Kinzua Bridge skywalk – NorthcentralPA.com
MOUNT JEWETT: Skywalk maintenance to ensure longevity – The Bradford Era
Updates from DCNR regarding the Kinzua Bridge State Park construction project – The Kane Republican
Kinzua Park to hold Woodcock Walk – The Derrick
Kinzua Bridge State Park to host woodcock walk April 27 – Olean Times Herald
MOUNT JEWETT: Woodcock Walk at Kinzua Bridge State Park – The Bradford Era
Little Pine State Park
Outdoor community calendar for April 23 – Williamsport Sun-Gazette
Parker Dam State Park
49th annual Kids Fishing Derby at Parker Dam set for April 27 – The Courier Express
Festivals, Derbys, Dedications and More: Here is a Look at Coming Events Around Clearfield County – GantNews.com
Susquehanna State Park
River walk extension project will connect trail, park network – WVIA
Susquehannock State Forest
Pennsylvania Opens Northcentral Regional ATV Trail with Permit System – MyChesCo
Landscapes and Journeys
Elk Country
Elk Country: The home of the PA Wilds biggest attraction – WTAJ
KECA partners with Logyard Brewing for first “Bugles and Brews” – The Kane Republican
Pine Creek Valley / PA Grand Canyon / Pine Creek Rail Trail
Wellsboro, PA: A Gem in the Heart of the Northeast – Travel And Tour World
Wellsboro, PA Named as a Top Small Town in the Northeast by USA Today 10Best – Digital Journal
Wellsboro, PA Named as a Top Small Town in the Northeast by USA Today 10Best – Business Wire
MENTIONING WCO / CONSERVATION SHOPS
RIDGWAY: ECCOTA hosts ‘Nature’s Palette’ exhibit – The Bradford Era