December 15 Weekly PA Wilds News Digest
December 15, 2023 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 blog, PA Wilds Conservation Shop Community Connector Jo Wolfe shares her experience of growing up on a Christmas tree farm. Writer John Pozza shares his love of winter activities, such as cross country skiing, in the PA Wilds. The National Audubon Society invites you to get involved in the annual Christmas Bird Count.
For the PA Wilds Center blog, participants and organizers of The Wilds Are Working: A Remote Lifestyle Experience reflect on the first two years of the initiative. PA Wilds-based artisan Julie Mader launches her Paint the PA Wilds Watercolor Kits, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the PA Wilds Center’s mission.
In news about the PA Wilds region and the PA Wilds Center, multiple news outlets shared the story of Julie Mader’s Paint the PA Wilds Watercolor Kits. Across the PA Wilds region, state parks are planning to hold “First Day Hikes” to celebrate the first day of 2024.
OUR BLOGS
PA WILDSLife on a Christmas tree farm – Jo WolfeDown Life’s Crazy Road: Our own winter wonderland – John PozzaParticipate in the 124th Christmas Bird Count – National Audubon SocietyWCO
WCO Member Spotlights
December spotlight – PennWest Clarion SBDC: Empowering entrepreneurs to build successful businesses
PA WILDS CENTER
PA WILDS MARKETPLACE
MENTIONING PA WILDS
Paint the PA Wilds watercolor kits released – The Bradford EraPA Wilds artist offers ‘Paint the Wilds’ watercolor kits – The Courier ExpressOur 2023 (last-minute) PA Gift Guide – Keystone Edge – What’s Next & Best in Pennsylvania (Mentions Victoria Theater in Tioga County, PA Wilds)State & Union: 12 days of local for Christmas – Olean Times Herald
MENTIONING PA WILDS PUBLIC LANDS
Parks, forests, rivers
Allegheny National ForestNon-native beetles, flies introduced in effort to save hemlock trees in Allegheny National Forest – 90.5 WESA
Council of Governments talks wildfire in response to Sugar Bay – Times ObserverKinzua Bridge featured on Roadside America website – The Bradford Era
Allegheny RiverDCNR wants you to pick Pennsylvania’s River of the Year – The Allegheny FrontAllegheny River Nominated for the 2024 River of the Year – Erie News NowVoting is now open for ‘Pennsylvania River of the Year’ award – NorthcentralPA.comMore than a title: Allegheny nominated for River of the Year – Times ObserverAllegheny River nominated for ‘River of the Year’ – The Bradford Era
Bald Eagle State ParkDCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania Pressroom
Black Moshannon State ParkSnowmobiler riders in PA wait on winter weather, make travel plans – Erie Times-NewsDCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania Pressroom
Chapman State ParkDCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania Pressroom
Cherry Springs State ParkWhat are the best places for a scenic drive in Pennsylvania? – EnergyPortal.euGeminids meteor showers 2022: Dates, peak, how to see – Philadelphia InquirerThe One Place to Visit in each of Pennsylvania’s 67 Counties – UncoveringPA
Cook Forest State ParkThe One Place to Visit in each of Pennsylvania’s 67 Counties – UncoveringPADCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania Pressroom
Hills Creek State ParkDCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania Pressroom
Kinzua Bridge State ParkWhat are the best places for a scenic drive in Pennsylvania? – EnergyPortal.euKinzua Bridge featured on Roadside America website – The Bradford EraThe One Place to Visit in each of Pennsylvania’s 67 Counties – UncoveringPAKinzua Bridge State Park declared as “Sight of the Week” by Roadside America – The Kane RepublicanState & Union: 12 days of local for Christmas – Olean Times HeraldDCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania PressroomPaint the PA Wilds watercolor kits released – The Bradford EraPA Wilds artist offers ‘Paint the Wilds’ watercolor kits – The Courier Express
Leonard Harrison State Park
Discover 10 Quaint Pennsylvania Towns for a Winter Getaway – TickerTV News (Wellsboro)
Lyman Run State ParkDCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania Pressroom
Moshannon State ForestSnowmobiler riders in PA wait on winter weather, make travel plans – Erie Times-News
Parker Dam State ParkDCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania Pressroom
Sinnemahoning State ParkDCNR To Celebrate “Connecting More In 2024” During First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands – Pennsylvania Pressroom
Landscapes and Journeys
Dark Skies
Geminids meteor showers 2022: Dates, peak, how to see – Philadelphia Inquirer
The One Place to Visit in each of Pennsylvania’s 67 Counties – UncoveringPAPaint the PA Wilds watercolor kits released – The Bradford EraPA Wilds artist offers ‘Paint the Wilds’ watercolor kits – The Courier ExpressElk Country
The One Place to Visit in each of Pennsylvania’s 67 Counties – UncoveringPA
Pine Creek Valley / PA Grand Canyon / Pine Creek Rail TrailWhat are the best places for a scenic drive in Pennsylvania? – EnergyPortal.euDiscover 10 Quaint Pennsylvania Towns for a Winter Getaway – TickerTV News (Wellsboro)Susquehanna Grains & Grapes Trail Launches To Explore Clinton County’s Craft Beverage Scene – Breweries In PAThe One Place to Visit in each of Pennsylvania’s 67 Counties – UncoveringPA11 Picture-Perfect Towns in Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas (Wellsboro)Paint the PA Wilds watercolor kits released – The Bradford EraPA Wilds artist offers ‘Paint the Wilds’ watercolor kits – The Courier Express
Scenic Route 6What are the best places for a scenic drive in Pennsylvania? – EnergyPortal.eu
MENTIONING WCO / CONSERVATION SHOPSState & Union: 12 days of local for Christmas – Olean Times HeraldPaint the PA Wilds watercolor kits released – The Bradford EraPA Wilds artist offers ‘Paint the Wilds’ watercolor kits – The Courier Express