October 25 Weekly PA Wilds News Digest

October 25, 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, Steve from the PA Wilds Astronomy Club explains why you have a better chance of seeing planets this fall and spring. Lou Bernard adds a new blog to his Ghosts of the PA Wilds series, this time focused on the Pine Creek Valley. Ryan Reed shares how the lumber industry and the “working forest” is a vital part of keeping a healthy, happy, thriving forest.

On the Wilds Cooperative blog, check out a recap on the first cluster of Wildly Cooperative meetings, plus a reminder of future meetings that you can take part in.

On the PA Wilds Center blog, Potter County has issued an RFP for their upcoming Potter County Economic Revitalization Implementation Plan, also known as Revitalize Potter County.

On the PA Wilds Marketplace blog, it’s already time to start thinking about the holidays! Check out some of the new products that artisans have added to the Marketplace, including some great holiday gifts. Also, Libby shares her tips for taking care of yourself and loved ones during the holidays.

 

OUR BLOGS

PA WILDS

Pennsylvania Wilds Astronomy Club: Planets more readily visible in fall, winter – Steve Conard

Ghosts of the PA Wilds: The Governor and the Ghost in Pine Creek Valley – Lou Bernard

Forest Fridays: The working forest – Ryan Reed

WCO

Member & Partner Press Releases

‘Wildly Cooperative’ officially underway with first set of meetings completed; Check out upcoming dates, locations to participate

WCO Member Spotlights

October spotlight – Pleasant Valley Farm: Hand-forged metal work and curated vintage items

PA WILDS CENTER

RFP issued for Potter County Economic Revitalization Implementation Plan; responses due December 20

PA WILDS MARKETPLACE

New Released Holiday Products for Yourself, Your Family, and Your Friends

Libby’s tips for taking care of yourself and loved ones this holiday season

 

IN THE NEWS

MENTIONING PA WILDS

PA Wilds Makers Market today – The Bradford Era

Area author’s ‘Murders & Mysterious Deaths in the PA Wilds’ available now – Williamsport Sun-Gazette

Local author releases second volume of: “Murders & Mysterious Deaths in the Pennsylvania Wilds” – The Bradford Era

Afield: Fall is the most popular time to visit PA’s Kinzua Skywalk. It will soon close for repairs – Centre Daily Times

Catch Fall-Foliage Views From the Kinzua Bridge Skywalk Before Renovations Begin – StateCollege.com

Pennsylvania’s State Bird Shows Signs of Recovery as Ruffed Grouse Hunting Season Kicks Off – Lancaster Farming

7 Best Motorcycle Rides in Pennsylvania: Scenic Routes to Explore – PhillyBite Magazine

Top Groundhog Day Attractions – VISIT PA

‘Round the Square: Pennsylvania parks points – The Bradford Era

North-central Pa. ATV trail is a hit, generating $23.5M for local businesses: study – Lehigh Valley Live

 

MENTIONING PA WILDS PUBLIC LANDS

Parks, forests, rivers

Allegheny National Forest

10 Unspoiled Small Towns in Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Ridgway and Tionesta listed)

Fish habitat improvement sought – Times Observer

7 Best Motorcycle Rides in Pennsylvania: Scenic Routes to Explore – PhillyBite Magazine

Allegheny River

Fish habitat improvement sought – Times Observer

DCNR Seeking Nominations For River of the Year – Butler Radio

Bald Eagle State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

Calendar of Events – The Express (Punkin Chunkin)

Howard Happenings – The Express (Punkin Chunkin)

Punkin’ Chunkin’ is set for today until 5 p.m. – The Express

Punkin Chunkin Festival aids fire department and community – WTAJ

Bald Eagle State Park

Aerial pumpkin spectacle at Punkin’ Chunkin’ at Bald Eagle – WJAC-TV

Chunkin’ Successful: 14th annual event raises funds for Howard Fire Company – The Express

Black Moshannon State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

PA Fall Foliage Report: Week 4 – GantNews.com

Bucktail State Park

‘Round the Square: Pennsylvania parks points – The Bradford Era

Cherry Springs State Park

7 Best Motorcycle Rides in Pennsylvania: Scenic Routes to Explore – PhillyBite Magazine

Ben Moyer: Impromptu low-cost trip to Pennsylvania elk country is rewarding – Outdoor News

Susquehannock Trail is network of trails: Susquehannock Trail Club News by Bill Boyd – Tioga Publishing

Clear Creek State Forest

Fall foliage hits its peak in Southwestern Pennsylvania this week. Maps show where the best views are. – CBS News

Colton Point State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

Cook Forest State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

Top Groundhog Day Attractions – VISIT PA

Elk State Forest

PA Fall Foliage Report: Week 4 – GantNews.com

Hyner View State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

Kettle Creek State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

Kinzua Bridge State Park

Afield: Fall is the most popular time to visit PA’s Kinzua Skywalk. It will soon close for repairs – Centre Daily Times

Catch Fall-Foliage Views From the Kinzua Bridge Skywalk Before Renovations Begin – StateCollege.com

Leonard Harrison State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

9 Slow-Paced Towns to Visit in Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Wellsboro listed)

Little Pine State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

Lyman Run State Park

Susquehannock Trail is network of trails: Susquehannock Trail Club News by Bill Boyd – Tioga Publishing

Moshannon State Forest

PA Fall Foliage Report: Week 4 – GantNews.com

Ole Bull State Park

‘Round the Square: Pennsylvania parks points – The Bradford Era

Patterson State Park

Susquehannock Trail is network of trails: Susquehannock Trail Club News by Bill Boyd – Tioga Publishing

Sinnemahoning State Park

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

Sizerville State Park

EMPORIUM: ‘All About Bats’ set at Sizerville State Park – The Bradford Era

EMPORIUM: Sizerville posts park programs – The Bradford Era

Susquehanna State Park

9 Best Places To Retire In Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Williamsport listed)

Susquehannock State Forest

‘Round the Square: Pennsylvania parks points – The Bradford Era

Tiadaghton State Forest

Color-correcting viewfinders installed at 9 Pa. state parks for colorblind visitors – The Allegheny Front

West Branch Susquehanna River

Susquehanna adventures ‘Then & Now’ – The Citizens’ Voice

9 Best Places To Retire In Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Williamsport listed)

Landscapes and Journeys

Elk Country

Halloween happenings scheduled around the Tri-County area – The Courier Express

Top Groundhog Day Attractions – VISIT PA

Ben Moyer: Impromptu low-cost trip to Pennsylvania elk country is rewarding – Outdoor News

Pine Creek Valley / PA Grand Canyon / Pine Creek Rail Trail

9 Slow-Paced Towns to Visit in Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Wellsboro listed)

There’s No Place Like Camp [Opinion] – Lancaster Farming

Tourism agency gifts $117K to 38 organizations – Tioga Publishing

Scenic Route 6

7 Best Motorcycle Rides in Pennsylvania: Scenic Routes to Explore – PhillyBite Magazine

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