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EVENT #10: July 16-19, 2026
TIOGA STATE FOREST TRAILS |
 Pine Creek Gorge. Photo by Al Germann.
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What we have planned
We're planning to work on a couple of small-to-medium projects, on a couple different trails:
Additional project details provided below when available |
--LOGISTICS--
IF YOU'RE COMING JUST FOR THE DAY / ARRIVING IN THE MORNING:
>Meet us at: Lexington Camp near Blackwell (directions below), 7:30am
>Watch for KTA signs. It is directly off PA 414.
>Map/directions to cabin (see general area map above):
coordinates: 41.544235, -77.399508
street address: 16 State Rte 414, Morris, PA 16938
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>Located between Cedar Run and Blackwell, about 50 minutes north of Williamsport (from US 15N ramp off I 180).
>Meet us at: Lexington Camp near Blackwell (directions below), 7:30am
>Watch for KTA signs. It is directly off PA 414.
>Map/directions to cabin (see general area map above):
coordinates: 41.544235, -77.399508
street address: 16 State Rte 414, Morris, PA 16938
goo.gl/maps/eoAvztfZFe2PRYWm8
>Located between Cedar Run and Blackwell, about 50 minutes north of Williamsport (from US 15N ramp off I 180).
IF YOU'RE STAYING OVERNIGHT:
Lexington Camp
Al found this camp on VRBO--looks to be ideal headquarters for our Trail Care. The cabin is within walking distance of the southern terminus of West Rim Trail.
Al found this camp on VRBO--looks to be ideal headquarters for our Trail Care. The cabin is within walking distance of the southern terminus of West Rim Trail.
More photos below in gallery
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Options:
• Camping outside: bring tent, hammock (trees look to be a little limited, though), or car camp • Welcome to bunk inside on cots in the loft. Amenities: • cabin has electricity, potable water, bathroom/shower • living room with couch/chairs • refrigerator and stove available You bring: • all usual camping stuff KTA will provide: • firewood |
OR:
Make your own arrangements
You're welcome to procure your own campsite or lodging nearby.
Make your own arrangements
You're welcome to procure your own campsite or lodging nearby.
Important notes:
Cell phone coverage: There is minimal coverage- about one bar/4G - enough to send/receive texts and emails, but not pictures. 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. We might opt for dinner out one night (pay your own way). 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.
Camping Gear: If you're missing a piece of camping gear, or all of it, check out KTA's Gear loaner Program here. With enough notice, KTA can bring whatever you need for a fun, comfortable weekend!
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!
Cell phone coverage: There is minimal coverage- about one bar/4G - enough to send/receive texts and emails, but not pictures. 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. We might opt for dinner out one night (pay your own way). 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.
Camping Gear: If you're missing a piece of camping gear, or all of it, check out KTA's Gear loaner Program here. With enough notice, KTA can bring whatever you need for a fun, comfortable weekend!
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!
--Trail Work Details--
Work days:
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
- Mid State Trail: constructing a tent pad at Quiet Quarry. This is a nice little potential campsite, but needs some flattening out, etc.
- West Rim Trail: possible new bridges
- West Rim Trail: removing a huge downed tree root ball that we left from last year's Trail Care on WRT
- 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 camp, drive times should be in the 15-30 minute range.
SIGN UP FOR 2026 TRAIL CARE #10- Tioga SF Trails, July 16-19, 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 (here), 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!
•You don't have to look for/won't be able to find the Trail Care as an "Opportunity" on DCNR's site (they're all set to "private").
•No need to fill out anything for child, etc., clearances. You can add chainsaw and first aid certifications, but not required.
(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 (here), 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!
•You don't have to look for/won't be able to find the Trail Care as an "Opportunity" on DCNR's site (they're all set to "private").
•No need to fill out anything for child, etc., clearances. You can add chainsaw and first aid certifications, but not required.
--PHOTO GALLERY--
