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EVENT #13: Sept. 10-13, 2026
Bucktail Path |
2025's crew working on a side trail.
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What we have planned
Likely:
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--LOGISTICS--
Map from DCNR; modified to show our sites.
IF YOU'RE COMING JUST FOR THE DAY / ARRIVING IN THE MORNING:
>Meet us at: Sinnemahoning State Park campground near site 15/16, 7:30am
>Follow KTA signs through the park
>Map/directions to park:
coordinates 41.459490, -78.06175
Campground Rd, Austin, PA 16720
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mcjgP73cjbWKqZ6J6
>Sinnemahoning SP is 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 near site 15/16, 7:30am
>Follow KTA signs through the park
>Map/directions to park:
coordinates 41.459490, -78.06175
Campground Rd, Austin, PA 16720
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mcjgP73cjbWKqZ6J6
>Sinnemahoning SP is 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 15, 16, 17, 18, & 19
Encircled in red on map above. The park has generously reserved these sites for us.
Encircled in red on map above. The park has generously reserved these sites for us.
Take time to visit the gorgeous Wildlife/Visitors' enter 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 sites 15 and 16
- Sites 17 and 18 are "walk-to" sites - there is a short ~70' distance to carry your stuff, but more privacy
- Potable water is available in the bathroom at the camping area, and there is a spigot near site 19
- all usual camping equipment
- firewood
- Check in with Al/Jenn when you arrive, and we'll find a site suitable for you
- You may have to share a site with fellow KTA trail volunteers and/or park your vehicle in extra car parking
OR:
Make your own arrangements
You're welcome to procure your own campsite at Sinnemahoning State Park or lodging nearby.
Make your own arrangements
You're welcome to procure your own campsite at Sinnemahoning State Park or lodging nearby.
Important notes:
Cell phone coverage: Coverage at the park is VERY spotty. There are drive-to locations nearby with fairly good service.
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.
Friday night dinner is typically on your own, and we usually opt for dinner out another night (KTA's 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.
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!
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.
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: Coverage at the park is VERY spotty. There are drive-to locations nearby with fairly good service.
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.
Friday night dinner is typically on your own, and we usually opt for dinner out another night (KTA's 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.
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!
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.
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:
Bucktail Path:
Elk State Forest has fantastic, georeferenced, hiking maps on their website here. However, the Bucktail Path route has not been updated since the reroute of the southern portion from Lick Run Road area to its new terminus at Brooks Run Road. KTA assisted with rehabbing the existing trails for the reroute, as well as digging new trail, during our 2024 Trail Care weekend.
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
- Brushcutting, lopping and clearing along Bucktail Path and side trails
- Building one or more trail bridges
- So: using gas-powered brushcutters (like weedwackers on steroids), with others lopping and removing trimmed material from the trail. You can try your hand at any of these; we offer on the trail training,and take lots of breaks. For the bridge projects, a lot of the work is carrying materials and tools to the work sites, then following instructions from the bridge guru: helping to move materials into place, trimming, and using tools such as impact drivers, levels, 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 15-30 minute range.
Bucktail Path:
Elk State Forest has fantastic, georeferenced, hiking maps on their website here. However, the Bucktail Path route has not been updated since the reroute of the southern portion from Lick Run Road area to its new terminus at Brooks Run Road. KTA assisted with rehabbing the existing trails for the reroute, as well as digging new trail, during our 2024 Trail Care weekend.
SIGN UP FOR 2026 TRAIL CARE #16- Bucktail Path, Sept. 10-13, HERE!
(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--
