WHERE TO MEET, LODGING:
Camping location: Hyner Run State Park campground, 86 Hyner Park Rd, North Bend, PA 17760 (41.35849, -77.62671), Clinton County. About 30 minutes north of Lock Haven; 2 miles off PA-120. We have sites 10, 11, and 12.
Morning meeting location/time: same as above (near campsites), 7:45 AM. Parking is available in the extra car parking lots encircled in purple on the map below- walk in to campsites if commuting.
Map/directions to campgroud: https://goo.gl/maps/5vcQNGz7KvoRZc3s7
Lodging/Camping amenities: Hyner Run State Park has graciously provided sites 10, 11, and 12 (encircled in red on above map), starting Thursday night, for volunteers. Someone will be at the campground by TBD pm to assist you if needed. We can have up to 5 people per site, and extra cars will receive a parking pass. Tent, hammock and car camping welcome. You are welcome to reserve a campground site at the prevailing rates for your own camper. Sites have a fire ring and picnic table, and you can soak your feet in the cool waters of the nearby peaceful Hyner Run. Modern flush toilets and showers available, about a 300-400’ walk. Potable water is available at stand-alone water spigot on the “cross-connector” road in the campground, nearest to site 13. There is a dish-washing station at the shower house. There is no electricity at our reserved campsites. Plan to charge any devices with your vehicle. At your leisure, be sure to check out the nearby Hyner View State Park for a simply breathtaking view.
Cell phone coverage: Coverage at the campground is non-existent. There are certain nearby known coverage spots one can drive to. 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. If you’d like, you can join us for dinner out, Dutch treat, at a local establishment on Saturday evening.
Morning meeting location/time: same as above (near campsites), 7:45 AM. Parking is available in the extra car parking lots encircled in purple on the map below- walk in to campsites if commuting.
Map/directions to campgroud: https://goo.gl/maps/5vcQNGz7KvoRZc3s7
Lodging/Camping amenities: Hyner Run State Park has graciously provided sites 10, 11, and 12 (encircled in red on above map), starting Thursday night, for volunteers. Someone will be at the campground by TBD pm to assist you if needed. We can have up to 5 people per site, and extra cars will receive a parking pass. Tent, hammock and car camping welcome. You are welcome to reserve a campground site at the prevailing rates for your own camper. Sites have a fire ring and picnic table, and you can soak your feet in the cool waters of the nearby peaceful Hyner Run. Modern flush toilets and showers available, about a 300-400’ walk. Potable water is available at stand-alone water spigot on the “cross-connector” road in the campground, nearest to site 13. There is a dish-washing station at the shower house. There is no electricity at our reserved campsites. Plan to charge any devices with your vehicle. At your leisure, be sure to check out the nearby Hyner View State Park for a simply breathtaking view.
Cell phone coverage: Coverage at the campground is non-existent. There are certain nearby known coverage spots one can drive to. 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. If you’d like, you can join us for dinner out, Dutch treat, at a local establishment on Saturday evening.
ABOUT THE EVENT:
Work days: Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday.
Description of work: Retired Sproul Forester Ted Ligenza is aware of problem areas and will be seeking trail reports from State Forest rangers and hikers. Work areas will focus on clearing heavy blowdowns and restoring the original footpath in one of the most remote and rugged areas of the trail, the Boggs Run area; as well as possible rebenching in Yost Run area. There may be sections that need DR mowing, brushcutting, or diverting of water. The western half is in need of freshening of painted blazes. 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 xxx-xxx minute range.
Chuck Keiper Trail: The Chuck Keiper Trail (PDF maps here) is named after Charles F. Keiper who was a dedicated conservationist and wildlife law enforcement officer. The trail, located in the Sproul State Forest, is a little over 47 miles in length and is organized into an eastern and western loop. The western loop (about 30 miles) is slightly longer than the eastern loop (approximately 22 miles), and they share a common cross-connector. The CKT is lightly used and goes through some of the wildest and most visually arresting public lands in Pennsylvania, offering remarkable solitude. It is one of the 18 state forest designated hiking trails and is blazed orange. Former KTA Board member wrote an authoritative guide which is available in the KTA Bookstore. (Maps included in picture slideshow below.)
Notes: Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at ulmer@kta-hike.org or 570-854-8316 with any questions.
****This event is also part of the PA Wilds Trail Care Challenge!!***
Description of work: Retired Sproul Forester Ted Ligenza is aware of problem areas and will be seeking trail reports from State Forest rangers and hikers. Work areas will focus on clearing heavy blowdowns and restoring the original footpath in one of the most remote and rugged areas of the trail, the Boggs Run area; as well as possible rebenching in Yost Run area. There may be sections that need DR mowing, brushcutting, or diverting of water. The western half is in need of freshening of painted blazes. 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 xxx-xxx minute range.
Chuck Keiper Trail: The Chuck Keiper Trail (PDF maps here) is named after Charles F. Keiper who was a dedicated conservationist and wildlife law enforcement officer. The trail, located in the Sproul State Forest, is a little over 47 miles in length and is organized into an eastern and western loop. The western loop (about 30 miles) is slightly longer than the eastern loop (approximately 22 miles), and they share a common cross-connector. The CKT is lightly used and goes through some of the wildest and most visually arresting public lands in Pennsylvania, offering remarkable solitude. It is one of the 18 state forest designated hiking trails and is blazed orange. Former KTA Board member wrote an authoritative guide which is available in the KTA Bookstore. (Maps included in picture slideshow below.)
Notes: Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at ulmer@kta-hike.org or 570-854-8316 with any questions.
****This event is also part of the PA Wilds Trail Care Challenge!!***
WHAT TO BRING:
For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here.
By signing up, volunteers agree to the KTA Activity Waiver.