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EVENT #15: Sept. 4-7, 2025
Golden Eagle Trail |
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What we have planned
Project types and sites to be determined after scouting by Tiadaghton foresters. May include:
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--LOGISTICS--
Map of Tiadaghton State Forest - marked up by KTA to indicate location of Ranger Station (blue circle to south) and Golden Eagle Trail (blue circle to north). Map available at https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateForests/FindAForest/Tiadaghton/Pages/Maps.aspx.
IF YOU'RE COMING JUST FOR THE DAY / ARRIVING IN THE MORNING:
>Meet us at: the Jersey Mills Ranger Station, 7:30am
>Watch for KTA signs. It is directly off PA-414, behind the newer Maintenance Buildings. You'll cross the Pine Creek Rail Trail.
>Map/directions to cabin (see general area map above- GET circled in northern part, Jersey Mills in southern part of map):
coordinates: 41.36039, -77.41006
nearby street address: 33 Callahan Run Road, Waterville PA 17776
maps.app.goo.gl/TY3pezkpSadSUPjM8
>Located in the mountains of Tiadaghton State Forest in Lycoming County, about 30 minutes north of Jersey Shore, and 3.3 miles/5 minutes north on PA-414 at the 414/44 split north of Waterville. This was a former forest ranger's house and is available to the state forest for uses such as this. It is directly on the Pine Creek Rail Trail, a stellar 60-mile trail that follows Pine Creek from Jersey Shore to Ansonia.
>Meet us at: the Jersey Mills Ranger Station, 7:30am
>Watch for KTA signs. It is directly off PA-414, behind the newer Maintenance Buildings. You'll cross the Pine Creek Rail Trail.
>Map/directions to cabin (see general area map above- GET circled in northern part, Jersey Mills in southern part of map):
coordinates: 41.36039, -77.41006
nearby street address: 33 Callahan Run Road, Waterville PA 17776
maps.app.goo.gl/TY3pezkpSadSUPjM8
>Located in the mountains of Tiadaghton State Forest in Lycoming County, about 30 minutes north of Jersey Shore, and 3.3 miles/5 minutes north on PA-414 at the 414/44 split north of Waterville. This was a former forest ranger's house and is available to the state forest for uses such as this. It is directly on the Pine Creek Rail Trail, a stellar 60-mile trail that follows Pine Creek from Jersey Shore to Ansonia.
IF YOU'RE STAYING OVERNIGHT:
Base Camp = Jersey Mills Ranger Station
Tiadaghton State Forest has generously allowed us to stay at this property. It worked out very well in 2024.
Base Camp = Jersey Mills Ranger Station
Tiadaghton State Forest has generously allowed us to stay at this property. It worked out very well in 2024.
Amenities:
• 2 bedrooms with 2 sets of bunk beds in each
• full kitchen
• living room
• bathroom/shower, plus another shower downstairs
• 2 bedrooms with 2 sets of bunk beds in each
• full kitchen
• living room
• bathroom/shower, plus another shower downstairs
- You bring:
- • all bedding & pillow, toiletries
OR:
Car camp (sleep in vehicle), or Tent/hammock near cabin
Can use cabin kitchen and bathroom
Car camp (sleep in vehicle), or Tent/hammock near cabin
Can use cabin kitchen and bathroom
OR:
Make your own arrangements
You're welcome to procure your own campsite or lodging nearby. RVs may be allowed in the cabin area.
Make your own arrangements
You're welcome to procure your own campsite or lodging nearby. RVs may be allowed in the cabin area.
Important notes:
Cell phone coverage: 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.
Tony may cook a scrumptious dinner one night, and we might opt for dinner out (Dutch treat). Watch for the pre-event email (Mon/Tues) for details.
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: 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.
Tony may cook a scrumptious dinner one night, and we might opt for dinner out (Dutch treat). Watch for the pre-event email (Mon/Tues) for details.
What else to bring: For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here.
--Trail Work Details--
Work days:
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
Golden Eagle Trail:
Located in the PA Wilds region, the Golden Eagle Trail (PDF map) starts in the east side of Pine Creek Gorge and features a strenuous climb to pristine mountaintop streams and several outstanding vistas. Because of heavy usage by hikers and the area’s fragile ecosystem, overnight camping is prohibited along this trail. The Golden Eagle Trail is featured in 50 Hikes in Central Pennsylvania (2001), by Tom Thwaites, and this accomplished hiking authority states that it “may be the best day hike in Penn’s Woods.” Though only 9.2-miles-long, it is one of the 18 state forest designated hiking trails and is blazed orange. We will have paper maps for participants.
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
- More info provided after scouting; could involve brushing, rebenching, blazing, lopping, mowing, etc., etc.
- We carpool to trail locations; please let me know if you are not comfortable riding with others or driving on gravel forestry roads. From base camp, drive times should be in the 15-30 minute range.
Golden Eagle Trail:
Located in the PA Wilds region, the Golden Eagle Trail (PDF map) starts in the east side of Pine Creek Gorge and features a strenuous climb to pristine mountaintop streams and several outstanding vistas. Because of heavy usage by hikers and the area’s fragile ecosystem, overnight camping is prohibited along this trail. The Golden Eagle Trail is featured in 50 Hikes in Central Pennsylvania (2001), by Tom Thwaites, and this accomplished hiking authority states that it “may be the best day hike in Penn’s Woods.” Though only 9.2-miles-long, it is one of the 18 state forest designated hiking trails and is blazed orange. We will have paper maps for participants.
Notes:
Please contact Al Germann, KTA Trail Care Coordinator for PA Wilds, at [email protected], or Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at [email protected] or 570-854-8316 with any questions.
Please contact Al Germann, KTA Trail Care Coordinator for PA Wilds, at [email protected], or Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at [email protected] or 570-854-8316 with any questions.
SIGN UP FOR 2024 TRAIL CARE #15 - Golden Eagle Trail, Sept. 4-7, 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.)
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