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EVENT #13: Sept. 12-15, 2024
ELK STATE FOREST TRAILS |
September is prime elk watching season. Photo by Paul Staniszewski: https://pawilds.com/tips-from-wild-elk-photographer/
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What we have planned
We'll be assisting forestry staff in clearing some of the hiking trails in Elk State Forest.
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--LOGISTICS--
IF YOU'RE COMING JUST FOR THE DAY / ARRIVING IN THE MORNING:
>Meet us at: Sinnemahoning State Park campground, 7:30am
>Follow KTA signs through the park
>Map/directions to park:
coordinates 41.460062, -78.061593
Campground Rd, Austin, PA 16720
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mcjgP73cjbWKqZ6J6
>In Cameron and Potter Counties, situated between Elk and Susquehannock State Forests About 45 minutes northwest of Renovo and an hour north of the Snowshoe (exit 147) exit and/or the Kylertown (exit 133) exit off I-80.
>Meet us at: Sinnemahoning State Park campground, 7:30am
>Follow KTA signs through the park
>Map/directions to park:
coordinates 41.460062, -78.061593
Campground Rd, Austin, PA 16720
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mcjgP73cjbWKqZ6J6
>In Cameron and Potter Counties, situated between Elk and Susquehannock State Forests About 45 minutes northwest of Renovo and an hour north of the Snowshoe (exit 147) exit and/or the Kylertown (exit 133) exit off I-80.
IF YOU'RE STAYING OVERNIGHT:
Tent, Car Camp at Sinnemahoning SP -- sites 2, 30, 31, 32
Take time to visit the gorgeous Wildlife Center in the park.
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Don't miss the famous arch tree!
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Amenities:
- Flush toilets and campground showers are a very short walk from the sites
- Electricity is available at each campsite
- Potable water is available in the bathroom at the camping area, and there is a spigot near site 2
- all usual camping equipment
- Check in with Jenn/Al when you arrive, and we'll find a site suitable for you
- You may have to share a site with fellow KTA trail volunteers
OR:
Make your own arrangements
Make your own arrangements
- You're welcome to procure your own lodging in a campsite at Sinnemahoning or nearby
Important notes:
Cell phone coverage: Coverage at the park TBD
Food/Drink: Generally, bring your own food, drink, and cooking supplies. See FAQ (link) for recommendations. Please list any allergies or dietary restrictions on sign-up. If you’d like, you can join us for dinner out, Dutch treat, at a local restaurant one evening.
What else to bring: For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here.
Cell phone coverage: Coverage at the park TBD
Food/Drink: Generally, bring your own food, drink, and cooking supplies. See FAQ (link) for recommendations. Please list any allergies or dietary restrictions on sign-up. If you’d like, you can join us for dinner out, Dutch treat, at a local restaurant one evening.
What else to bring: For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here.
Notes:
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at [email protected] or 570-854-8316 with any questions.
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at [email protected] or 570-854-8316 with any questions.
--Trail Work Details--
Work days:
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
Trails:
Elk State Forest has fantastic, georeferenced, hiking maps on their website here.
Check out Jeff Mitchell's hike in the Square Timber Wild Area from Feb. 2020: link
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
- 8/30 UPDATE: we'll be brushing, mowing, etc. the existing yellow trails on which Bucktail Path is being rerouted on
- We carpool to trail locations; please let me know if you are not comfortable riding with others or driving on gravel forestry roads. From the campground, drive times should be in the 15-30 minute range.
Trails:
Elk State Forest has fantastic, georeferenced, hiking maps on their website here.
Check out Jeff Mitchell's hike in the Square Timber Wild Area from Feb. 2020: link
SIGN UP FOR 2024 TRAIL CARE #13- Elk State Forest Trails, Sept. 12-15, HERE:
(If you do not receive an email confirmation, your sign-up did not go through -- please go directly to the form through this link.)
(If you do not receive an email confirmation, your sign-up did not go through -- please go directly to the form through this link.)
