September 20 Weekly PA Wilds News Digest
September 20, 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.
On the PA Wilds visitor-facing blog, lots of contributions from across the 13-county region this week! Beth Jones from Deep Green Journey shares her musings on pushing out of comfort zones and taking the last swim of the season. Helena Kotala and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council want your feedback about cycling in the PA Wilds. Al Germann from Keystone Trails Association shares his experience of taking care of the Chuck Keiper Trail, as well as more info about the upcoming KTA and PA Wilds Center hiking book collaboration. Finally, the USDA Forest Service reminds visitors that ATV trails will close for the summer season soon, with two notable exceptions for events and fall foliage.
On the Wilds Cooperative blog, WCO members are encouraged to participate in “Wildly Cooperative” engagement sessions this fall.
On the PA Wilds Marketplace, it’s time to celebrate the four new sellers who have launched their wares on ShopThePAWilds.com in September!
OUR BLOGS
PA WILDS
Last swim – Beth Jones, Deep Green Journey
Ride the PA Wilds (and share your cycling feedback!) – Helena Kotala, Pennsylvania Environmental Council
Taking care of the Chuck Keiper Trail – Al Germann, Keystone Trails Association
ATV trails will close for summer in Allegheny National Forest on September 29 – Allegheny National Forest USDA Forest Service
WCO
Member & Partner Press Releases
WCO members urged to participate in ‘Wildly Cooperative’ engagement sessions this fall
WCO Member Spotlights
September spotlight – Potter County Education Council: Working for a brighter tomorrow
PA WILDS CENTER
PA WILDS MARKETPLACE
New Sellers Launch on the PA Wilds Marketplace This September 2024 (Welcome Biscuit Authority, Moments in Time Studios, McDalong Presents, and 5.56 Forest Products!)
IN THE NEWS
MENTIONING PA WILDS
Williamsport/ Lycoming Chamber of Commerce CEO and president highlights programs, partnerships – Williamsport Sun-Gazette (Williamsport was part of the Wilds Are Working: A Remote Lifestyle Experience program in 2024.)
Baumgratz to speak at DuBois Historical Society dinner – The Courier Express (James Bamgratz is the author of many books, including the Missing in the Pennsylvania Wilds series. He also sells on the online PA Wilds Marketplace at ShopThePAWilds.com.)
Trails at Jakes Rocks Set for Annual Trail Fest in Warren County – Erie News Now (Jakes Rocks Trail Fest won the 2024 PA Wilds Champion Award for Event of the Year.)
Poetry Moment: ‘Antlers’, by Patricia Thrushart – WPSU Radio (“Patricia Thrushart writes from her home in the Pennsylvania Wilds.”)
Writer intrigued by the call of the PA Wilds: Backwoods Extreme by David Orlowski – Tioga Publishing
C&N contributes to local education – The Bradford Era (Donated $3,000 to PA Wilds Center’s youth programs)
Towns in the PA Wilds:
7 Towns in Pennsylvania With Unique Traditions – WorldAtlas (New Bethlehem Peanut Butter Festival, Tionesta PA Firefly Festival, and Punsutawney Groundhog Day mentioned)
MENTIONING PA WILDS PUBLIC LANDS
Parks, forests, rivers
Allegheny National Forest
Warren County hiking trail named PA’s Trail of the Year – MSN
Warren County hiking trail named PA’s Trail of the Year – YourErie.com
PennDOT: Bridge over Allegheny Reservoir not closing yet – Olean Times Herald
Second traffic closure in place on Longhouse – Times Observer
Need a historic getaway? PA is home to 3 of the best B&Bs in the country, Newsweek says – Centre Daily Times (Including Kane Manor Inn!)
Heart-Pumping Mountain Bike Trails #PAGetaway – VISIT PA (Trails at Jakes Rocks)
Trails at Jakes Rocks Set for Annual Trail Fest in Warren County – Erie News Now
Forest’s ATV/OHM season to end soon – The Derrick
7 Towns in Pennsylvania With Unique Traditions – WorldAtlas (New Bethlehem Peanut Butter Festival, Tionesta PA Firefly Festival, and Punsutawney Groundhog Day mentioned)
Allegheny River
16th Annual Allegheny River Cleanup Kicks Off in Warren County – Erie News Now
Weather cooperating for 16th river cleanup – Times Observer
Bald Eagle State Park
Tour of Bald Eagle State Park – WNEP
Feathery fall migrations: Keep your eyes peeled for these traveling birds – GantNews.com
Cherry Springs State Park
Fall Stargazing Destinations for Solo Travelers: Explore the Night Skies in Peace – MSN
Community Calendar – Tioga Publishing
Colton Point State Park
West Rim Trail Hike in Pennsylvania – Backpacker.com
Elk State Forest
‘Round the Square: Worth a look – The Bradford Era
Hyner Run State Park
Outdoor community calendar for week of Sept. 17 – Williamsport Sun-Gazette
Hyner View State Park
Outdoor community calendar for week of Sept. 17 – Williamsport Sun-Gazette
Kinzua Bridge State Park
25th Kinzua Bridge State Park Fall Festival set for Sept. 21-22 – Olean Times Herald
MOUNT JEWETT: 25th Annual Kinzua Bridge Fall Festival could be last for a while – The Bradford Era
Kinzua Bridge State Park hosting 25th annual Fall Festival – The Courier Express
MOUNT JEWETT: Skywalk will remain open for leaf peeping – The Bradford Era
Five Festive Fall Activities – Her Campus
Need a historic getaway? PA is home to 3 of the best B&Bs in the country, Newsweek says – Centre Daily Times (Including Kane Manor Inn!)
Community Calendar – Tioga Publishing
Insta vistas: Where to find Pennsylvania’s most Instagrammable fall foliage – Keystone Newsroom
Leonard Harrison State Park
Insta vistas: Where to find Pennsylvania’s most Instagrammable fall foliage – Keystone Newsroom
Little Pine State Park
Outdoor community calendar for week of Sept. 17 – Williamsport Sun-Gazette
Sinnemahoning State Park
‘Round the Square: Worth a look – The Bradford Era
Community Calendar – Tioga Publishing
Sizerville State Park
Sizerville State Park to hold weekend programs – Tioga Publishing
Tioga State Forest
West Rim Trail Hike in Pennsylvania – Backpacker.com
Landscapes and Journeys
Dark Skies
Fall Stargazing Destinations for Solo Travelers: Explore the Night Skies in Peace – MSN
Elk Country
Pa. elk herd represents a conservation success – Altoona Mirror
Elk rut is popular time to view herd in Elk Co. – The Bradford Era
Bugling elk in Pennsylvania – Olean Times Herald
Writer intrigued by the call of the PA Wilds: Backwoods Extreme by David Orlowski – Tioga Publishing
Pine Creek Valley / PA Grand Canyon / Pine Creek Rail Trail
West Rim Trail Hike in Pennsylvania – Backpacker.com
Insta vistas: Where to find Pennsylvania’s most Instagrammable fall foliage – Keystone Newsroom
2024 Fall Foliage Outlook: Peak Dates & Vibrancy Forecast for Pennsylvania – PA Weather Action
Scenic Route 6
Insta vistas: Where to find Pennsylvania’s most Instagrammable fall foliage – Keystone Newsroom