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KTA Events
Intro to Winter Backpacking February 2024 More info to come soon! Trail Care: Chainsaw Training March 24, 2024 | Rauchtown, PA (Tiadaghton State Forest facility) Chainsaw Safety Training is a one-day introduction to general chainsaw safety skills. It is targeted to KTA Trail Care Volunteers and hiking club volunteers. Topics covered by the Tiadaghton SF Forester include safety, ergonomics, and bucking and limbing techniques, as well as an overview of typical saw operation and maintenance The class runs from 8:00 a.m. to approximately 4:00 p.m. Lunch is provided, and scholarships may be available upon request. Discounts are available for KTA members, volunteers, trail club representatives, and conservation partners. Register Now > Wilderness First Aid April 6-7, 2024 | Lebanon, PA Wilderness First Aid is a two-day introduction to general medical concepts and basic life support skills taught by Tara Cross, a qualified and experienced WMA instructor. It is targeted to the outdoor enthusiast on day trips or short adventures. This course results in a certification in Wilderness First Aid and Adult CPR. Register Now > Spring Hike Weekend April 19-21, 2024 | Stroudsburg, PA Save the Date - Registration opening soon! International Trip Fundraiser: Newfoundland, Canada July 8-18, 2024 Join KTA for another spectacular hiking adventure, this time to the awe-inspiring west coast of Newfoundland, Canada’s most unique province. This year due to limited spots available and the physical demands required for the level of hiking for this trip, KTA will be using a lottery system and application process to manage the registration process for this event to ensure fairness to and safety of attendees. Learn more & submit your name for the lottery > |
Featured December Events
with PA Hiking Clubs & Orgs
Find more events in your area by connecting with a local club or organization! |
Ongoing Events and Programs
100-Mile Trail ChallengeThe annual 100-Mile Trail Challenge recognizes hikers that complete 100 miles or more of eligible Pennsylvania hiking trails between September 1 and August 31. Participants are encouraged to collect sponsorships to raise $1 per mile.
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Kids Trail Ambassador ProgramAt KTA’s booth at the Wildwood Park Wetlands Festival on April 25, 2015, in Harrisburg, we launched a new program aimed at engaging youth in hiking and the outdoors: the KTA Kids Trail Ambassador Program.
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Past Programs and Events
Education and Outreach
Trail Care 101: WorkshopKTA hosted the first ever Trail Care 101 at Whipple Dam State Park. The workshop was designed to prepare participants that want to try Trail Care, but might not have Trail Care background.
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Backpacking 101 WorkshopA two part series enabling day hikers to take the next step into the world of backpacking in Penn’s Woods.
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Excursions
Philadelphia Urban Hiking Experience
KTA hosted a hiking experience like no other. Hikers explored the history, culture, and beauty, both natural and man-made, of Philadelphia.
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Brews and Views
What better way to end a day of hiking than trying some fabulous local breweries? KTA hosted a weekend to see all the hidden gems Cumberland Valley has to offer.
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Allegheny National Forest Weekend
Join KTA in Pennsylvania's only National Forest, stay in the beautiful Groves Lodge, and experience one of a kind hiking opportunities.
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Prowl the Sproul
The Keystone Trails Association was scheduled to host the 15th Annual Prowl the Sproul Hiking Weekend from July 27 to July 29, 2018 in the beautiful Sproul State Forest of western Clinton County.
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Trek the Tiadaghton
KTA hosted a weekend to explore Tiadaghton State Forest.
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Quehanna Elk Quest
October 4th-6th
See the majestic PA elk up close! |
Slackpacks
Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail
6 days of hiking, 70 miles, 1 beautiful trail. Experience the entire Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail!
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Black Forest Trail
Thruhike this challenging, but rewarding 42-mile loop leading through and above the west side of Pine Creek Gorge, in 4 days, without pitching a tent.
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Allegheny Front Trail
The AFT is a 41.75 mile loop trail through Moshannon State Forest that roughly encircles Black Moshannon State Park. The trail provides a wide variety of forest environments, including views over valleys to the east, trout streams, and marshlands.
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Old Loggers Path
Old Loggers Path is a 28 mile backpacking trail that follows former railroad grades, logging roads, bark trails, and other remnants of old industrial transportation, hence the name. The trail takes advantage of the engineering expertise of the early logging railroaders by following the moderate grades up and down the rugged landscape.
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KTA Hiking Weekends
What is a KTA Hiking Weekend?
We organize a weekend from breakfast to bonfire, introduce trails to anyone who’s interested but isn’t sure how to start hiking, introduce new trails to anyone who thinks they’ve hiked them all, and everyone in between.
Spring Hiking Weekend2019 - Camp Ladore
2021 - Wellsboro 2022 - Carlisle |
Fall Hiking Weekend2019 - State College
2020 - Chambersburg 2021 - Lock Haven 2022 - Lewisburg |
Water Trails
Allegheny River Canoe/Camping TripThis journey takes you 31 miles down the Allegheny River. Start from historic downtown Warren, encounter all seven of the federally protected Wilderness Islands, large swaths of the Allegheny National Forest and float past the town of Tidioute.
Our overnight camping adventure, featuring professional and knowledgeable guides, includes all paddling equipment, and are suitable for novice and experienced paddlers alike! |
Susquehanna River Day TripKTA takes to the trails – Water trails this is! Our day long adventures, featuring professional and knowledgeable guides, include all paddling equipment, and are suitable for novice and experienced paddlers alike!.
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