March 1 Weekly PA Wilds News Digest
March 1, 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 news from the media about the PA Wilds Center, there is ongoing coverage about the PA Wilds BIG IDEA Contest, the KTA collaboration on the hiking book, and the selection of Saint Marys and Williamsport as host communities for the 2024 Wilds Are Working initiative.
On the PA Wilds Center blog, see the full press release about the host communities for 2024 Wilds Are Working, Saint Marys and Williamsport, and how those who are interested can apply starting March 6.
On the PA Wilds visitor blog, Lumber Heritage Region provided a report on diversity throughout the history of Pennsylvania’s lumber industry. Faith from Leave No Trace wrote a blog about how to use the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace when watching the solar eclipse this April. As the Global Day of Unplugging happens this weekend, the PA Wilds blog also has tips on how to make some memories in the outdoors without screens.
On the PA Wilds Marketplace blog, there is an update of spring-related artisan products to celebrate the quickly approaching spring season.
OUR BLOGS
PA WILDSStudying diversity in Pennsylvania’s lumber industry – Lumber Heritage RegionHow to watch the solar eclipse the Leave No Trace way – Faith Overall, Leave No TraceCelebrate without screens: Global Day of Unplugging 2024 – Britt MaderaWCO
Website currently down to updates
PA WILDS CENTER
PA WILDS MARKETPLACE
MENTIONING PA WILDS
St. Marys, Williamsport, to host remote workers for Wilds Are Working – The Bradford Era
Remote Revolution: St. Marys, Williamsport Welcome Workers in Rural Revival Effort – BNN BreakingPa. Wilds seeks entrepreneurs with ‘Big Idea’ – Tioga PublishingPA Wilds, Ben Franklin Technology Partners offer prize for business owners interested in innovation – Williamsport Sun-GazetteArea outdoor organizations team up to create hiking book – NorthcentralPA.comBusinesses large and small, new and longstanding awarded by Williamsport-Lycoming Chamber of Commerce – Williamsport Sun-Gazette (New Trail Brewing one of the recipients)Engineering a Comeback – Pittsburgh Quarterly (Potential American marten reintroduction)A-10s still here, Duke Low MOA still on, National Guard says – The Bradford Era
MENTIONING TA ENOS
Area outdoor organizations team up to create hiking book – NorthcentralPA.comMENTIONING PA WILDS PUBLIC LANDS
Parks, forests, rivers
Allegheny National Forest
In Freedom’s Shadow is a compelling read for everyone – Washington Examiner
The doctor is out: 6-county swath of northern Pennsylvania will soon have no maternity care – Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
11 Ideal Destinations For A 3-Day Weekend In Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas
ANF seeking applications for next artist-in-residence – Times Observer
Do I Need a Permit for Mushroom Hunting? – A-Z Animals
Road closed due to trees, utility lines down – The Derrick
Registration for hiking challenge to open next week – Times Observer
Robert Heiar and Myah Coleman Appointed to Acting Positions in Forest Service Leadership – exploreClarion.com
Robert Heiar Named Acting Forest Supervisor – Allegheny National Forest News & Events
Coleman named acting deputy forest supervisor – Times Observer
New leadership at Allegheny National Forest – The Bradford Era
USDA Forest Service Announces Leadership Shifts at Allegheny National Forest – BNN Breaking
The Longest Trail in the National Park System – National Parks Conservation AssociationAllegheny River
11 Ideal Destinations For A 3-Day Weekend In Pennsylvania – WorldAtlas
BREAKING NEWS: Coroner ID’s Body Found Near Allegheny River – exploreClarion.com (Found in Venango County, man from Oil City)
Vision for the future: Latest riverfront vision presented by city officials; public comment window open – Times ObserverBald Eagle State Park
The Journey of Craig Eisenhower and the Legacy of Foster Joseph Sayers Dam – DVIDSChapman State Park
Expect pea-sized hail with thunderstorms in Warren and McKean counties Wednesday – Penn Live
Prepare for heavy rain and showers with winds in Warren and McKean counties Wednesday afternoon – The Daily ItemClarion River
Abandoned rail corridor to be recreational trail – The Derrick
Piney Rail Riders seeks grant for trail in Clarion, Jefferson counties – The Courier Express
Piney RailRiders developing ATV/snowmobile trail – The Clarion News
Season of Inspiration: ARCA Celebrating Founding Vision of Dr. Arthur Steffee – exploreClarion.comClear Creek State Park
Thunderstorms with marble-sized hail in part of Pennsylvania Wednesday – Penn LiveColton Point State Park
Did you know Pennsylvania has its own ‘Grand Canyon?’ – ABC27
Pennsylvania’s Pine Creek Gorge: The State’s Hidden Gem – Times News GlobalCook Forest State Park
Cook Forest State Park Eclipse Programming – The Courier Express
Thunderstorms with marble-sized hail in part of Pennsylvania Wednesday – Penn LiveElk State Forest
9 Top-Ranked Towns in Pennsylvania for Retirees – WorldAtlas (Emporium listed)Kinzua Bridge State Park
Kinzua Bridge State Park announces upcoming programs – Olean Times HeraldLeonard Harrison State Park
Did you know Pennsylvania has its own ‘Grand Canyon?’ – ABC27
Pennsylvania’s Pine Creek Gorge: The State’s Hidden Gem – Times News GlobalParker Dam State Park
Join A Family-Friendly Maple Sugaring Program At Parker Dam State Park This March – OnlyInYourStateRavensburg State Park
Weather won’t deter organizers of annual SnowFest – The Daily ItemSinnemahoning State Park
Sinnemahoning State Park weekend programs – The Bradford Era
March programs at Sinnemahoning State Park – Clearfield ProgressLandscapes and Journeys
Pine Creek Valley / PA Grand Canyon / Pine Creek Rail Trail
Did you know Pennsylvania has its own ‘Grand Canyon?’ – ABC27
Pennsylvania’s Pine Creek Gorge: The State’s Hidden Gem – Times News Global