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EVENT #07: June 11-14, 2026
MID STATE TRAIL -- EVERETT REGION |
Map courtesy Mid State Trail Association. The MST is a 331.6 mile/533.7 km wild footpath traversing PA from MD to NY. see website mst-hike.org for more information.
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What we have planned
Additional project details will be provided below New Everett Region Manger Tony Barr has taken the bull by the horns, and his efforts have already been noticed. Let's help support trail clearing in the Everett Region and elevate the trail here! |
--LOGISTICS--
IF YOU'RE COMING JUST FOR THE DAY / ARRIVING IN THE MORNING:
>Meet us at: lower parking lot at Tenley Park, 7:30am
>Follow KTA signs from the entrance through the park
>Map/directions to park:
address Tenley Lane, Everett, PA 15537 (40.01708, -78.3681) maps.app.goo.gl/HZaRkqAtaBDWPPq88
>Located on the outskirts of town; fairly quiet and spacious.
>Meet us at: lower parking lot at Tenley Park, 7:30am
>Follow KTA signs from the entrance through the park
>Map/directions to park:
address Tenley Lane, Everett, PA 15537 (40.01708, -78.3681) maps.app.goo.gl/HZaRkqAtaBDWPPq88
>Located on the outskirts of town; fairly quiet and spacious.
IF YOU'RE STAYING OVERNIGHT:
Tent, Car Camp, or RV at Tenley Park
See area encircled in red on map above.
(more photos in slideshow at bottom of page)
See area encircled in red on map above.
(more photos in slideshow at bottom of page)
Photo of a 2/3 of the parking lot and pavilion at Tenley Park
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Amenities:
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OR:
Car camp (sleep in vehicle)
Car camp (sleep in vehicle)
- Can use park restroom, showers.
OR:
Make your own arrangements
Make your own arrangements
- You're welcome to procure your own lodging nearby or a site in the park.
Important notes:
Cell phone coverage: Coverage at the park is good. Coverage on the trail and roads getting there can be VERY spotty.
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. Food may be provided. 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: Coverage at the park is good. Coverage on the trail and roads getting there can be VERY spotty.
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. Food may be provided. 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:
Mid State Trail:
The Mid State Trail is a ~534km / 332-mile hiking trail. It is the longest and wildest footpath in PA. In this area, it is a mix of beautiful views and natural features, with plenty of elevation change. Paper maps/guide are available for purchase from the MSTA website, and the trail’s most updated information is available digitally through the FarOut app. It is one of the 18 state forest designated hiking trails and is blazed orange.
The highest knob, the sharpest ridgelines, and some of the most dramatic views on Mid State Trail await intrepid hikers in the Everett Region. Everett Region starts at a connection with trails of Green Ridge State Forest near Flintstone, Maryland, climbs the highest and wildest sections of Tussey Ridge, and ends at US 22 near Water Street.
PLEASE NOTE: In some places, the trail in Everett Region can be a VERY challenging knife-edge, rocky, briar-filled conundrum. Access is limited and work areas often involve a lengthy hike in, or a drive on iffy forestry/game lands/private roads. There should also be more moderate sections in which to work.
Age Requirements:
Minimum: 14 years old and up (all minors must be accompanied by a guardian) unless otherwise noted. For safety purposes, minors will never be allowed to work alone or with just one other volunteer, unless it is their guardian.
Maximum: no maximum age! If you can hike a couple miles over rough terrain, we can find a task suitable for you!
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
- Trail work to be defined by scouting. Likely the usual brushing, lopping, freshening blazes 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 the campground, drive times should be in the 15-45 minute range.
Mid State Trail:
The Mid State Trail is a ~534km / 332-mile hiking trail. It is the longest and wildest footpath in PA. In this area, it is a mix of beautiful views and natural features, with plenty of elevation change. Paper maps/guide are available for purchase from the MSTA website, and the trail’s most updated information is available digitally through the FarOut app. It is one of the 18 state forest designated hiking trails and is blazed orange.
The highest knob, the sharpest ridgelines, and some of the most dramatic views on Mid State Trail await intrepid hikers in the Everett Region. Everett Region starts at a connection with trails of Green Ridge State Forest near Flintstone, Maryland, climbs the highest and wildest sections of Tussey Ridge, and ends at US 22 near Water Street.
PLEASE NOTE: In some places, the trail in Everett Region can be a VERY challenging knife-edge, rocky, briar-filled conundrum. Access is limited and work areas often involve a lengthy hike in, or a drive on iffy forestry/game lands/private roads. There should also be more moderate sections in which to work.
Age Requirements:
Minimum: 14 years old and up (all minors must be accompanied by a guardian) unless otherwise noted. For safety purposes, minors will never be allowed to work alone or with just one other volunteer, unless it is their guardian.
Maximum: no maximum age! If you can hike a couple miles over rough terrain, we can find a task suitable for you!
SIGN UP FOR 2026 TRAIL CARE #07 - MST Everett, June 11-14, 2026, BELOW!
(If you do not receive an email confirmation, your sign-up did not go through. Try going to the Google Form here, or Contact Jenn directly: [email protected])
**NEW FOR 2026: Please also sign-up for an account with DCNR on the new Conservation Volunteer website here. Once you do that, you are covered under DCNR’s workmen’s compensation umbrella when working on state forest or park land. Also, you can now earn points towards free camping! Check out their FAQs page. Once you submit your sign-up on KTA’s Trail Care Event website, Jenn will add you to the “Trail Care Team” for that private event in DCNR’s new CV system (and you’ll receive an email from DCNR confirming you’ve been added to the team/event). Then, after the event, Jenn will be inputting all your Trail Care volunteer hours; you won’t have to worry about that. Thanks in advance!
(If you do not receive an email confirmation, your sign-up did not go through. Try going to the Google Form here, or Contact Jenn directly: [email protected])
**NEW FOR 2026: Please also sign-up for an account with DCNR on the new Conservation Volunteer website here. Once you do that, you are covered under DCNR’s workmen’s compensation umbrella when working on state forest or park land. Also, you can now earn points towards free camping! Check out their FAQs page. Once you submit your sign-up on KTA’s Trail Care Event website, Jenn will add you to the “Trail Care Team” for that private event in DCNR’s new CV system (and you’ll receive an email from DCNR confirming you’ve been added to the team/event). Then, after the event, Jenn will be inputting all your Trail Care volunteer hours; you won’t have to worry about that. Thanks in advance!
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