Meet a Pennsylvania Hiker: Rita and Steve

Meet Rita and Steve! They live in Armstrong County, which is close to so many PA hiking gems! Rita and Steve are KTA members and Representatives at Large. Let's get to know them!

Q: Which hiking trails do you recommend near you?
A: "We recommend Baker Trail, North Country Trail, Clear Creek & Cook Forest State Parks, Moraine & McConnells Mills State Park."

Q: What makes hiking in Pennsylvania special/meaningful to you?
A: "Being outdoors in nature!"

Q: What type of hiking do you typically prefer most often?
A: "Daily short hikes, weekly day hikes, and a few multi-day organized hikes each year."

Q: When did you start hiking?
A:" We have been hiking together for over 20 years, but a friend recommended KTA for slack packing weekends about 3 years ago and we really enjoyed it."

​Q: What are you currently excited about in your hiking life?
A: "Organizing a trail care weekend with KTA, attending more trail care events this year and completing the NCT 100-Mile Trail Challenge."

Q: What do you value most about KTA's mission?
A: "Trail care and organized group hikes!"

Q: Are you part of any other clubs?
A: Butler Outdoor Club, Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek Lake, K-9 Walkers at Crooked Creek Lake, and NCT Butler and Clarion Chapters.

Thank you, Steve and Rita, for everything you do for PA's hikers and trails!

Curious about the group hiking events that Steve and Rita enjoy so much? Sign up for the KTA newsletter to stay in the loop with upcoming weekend adventures, slackpacking trips, trail care days, and more! https://bit.ly/ktanews

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