Event Cancelled
July 14-16, 2023
Renovo, PA
July 14-16, 2023
Renovo, PA
Prowl the Sproul Hiking Weekend returns for 16th year
What a fantastic summer weekend Keystone Trails Association has in store for avid adventurers and inquisitive explorers! The Western Clinton Sportsman Association in Renovo is our venue: pitch your tent, bring your camper or even sleep under the stars on their spacious grounds. We have a stellar lineup of activities in store. On Friday night, local singer/songwriter/storyteller Van Wagner will perform around the campfire. On Saturday, Vinny Curtis, a DCNR environmental education specialist, will offer several hands-on nature and wildlife presentations. Hearty meals catered by The Twisted Whisk will be provided. And of course, the hiking! - rambles ranging from 3-15 miles on the best trails found in Pennsylvania. This is an all-ages, kids-welcome event, so bring the family!
What a fantastic summer weekend Keystone Trails Association has in store for avid adventurers and inquisitive explorers! The Western Clinton Sportsman Association in Renovo is our venue: pitch your tent, bring your camper or even sleep under the stars on their spacious grounds. We have a stellar lineup of activities in store. On Friday night, local singer/songwriter/storyteller Van Wagner will perform around the campfire. On Saturday, Vinny Curtis, a DCNR environmental education specialist, will offer several hands-on nature and wildlife presentations. Hearty meals catered by The Twisted Whisk will be provided. And of course, the hiking! - rambles ranging from 3-15 miles on the best trails found in Pennsylvania. This is an all-ages, kids-welcome event, so bring the family!
HIKE THE SPROUL
The “Sproul” contains some of the most wild and remote forestland in Pennsylvania. DCNR guides and KTA volunteer hike leaders will share their insider knowledge of the trails while they lead hikers off the beaten path to explore the hidden jewels of the Sproul State Forest. Popular area hikes include the Chuck Keiper Trail, the Donut Hole Trail, and portions of the Hyner View Trail Challenge course, as well as waterfall and Wild Area hikes. Hikers will have a variety of options from short, family-friendly hikes to longer mileage and challenging hikes, and everything in between!
The hike schedule will be available in June.
The “Sproul” contains some of the most wild and remote forestland in Pennsylvania. DCNR guides and KTA volunteer hike leaders will share their insider knowledge of the trails while they lead hikers off the beaten path to explore the hidden jewels of the Sproul State Forest. Popular area hikes include the Chuck Keiper Trail, the Donut Hole Trail, and portions of the Hyner View Trail Challenge course, as well as waterfall and Wild Area hikes. Hikers will have a variety of options from short, family-friendly hikes to longer mileage and challenging hikes, and everything in between!
The hike schedule will be available in June.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE (Subject to Change)
Friday, July 14
1:00—7:00 pm: Event check-in, hike sign-up and tent set-up
1:00 pm: Afternoon hikes depart and activities begin
5:00 pm: Catered dinner by Twisted Whisk
7:00 pm: Campfire entertainment by Van Wagner
Saturday, July 15
7:00—8:00 am: Breakfast (grab your bagged lunch for the day!)
8:30—9:00 am: Morning hikes depart; TBD workshops by DCNR environmental educator Vinny Curtis
12:00—1:00 pm: Afternoon hikes depart; additional workshops TBD
5:00 pm: Catered dinner by Twisted Whisk
7:00 pm: Evening program by Vinny Curtis
Sunday, July 16
7:00—8:00 am: Breakfast (grab your bagged lunch for the day!)
8:30 am: Morning hikes depart
Friday, July 14
1:00—7:00 pm: Event check-in, hike sign-up and tent set-up
1:00 pm: Afternoon hikes depart and activities begin
5:00 pm: Catered dinner by Twisted Whisk
7:00 pm: Campfire entertainment by Van Wagner
Saturday, July 15
7:00—8:00 am: Breakfast (grab your bagged lunch for the day!)
8:30—9:00 am: Morning hikes depart; TBD workshops by DCNR environmental educator Vinny Curtis
12:00—1:00 pm: Afternoon hikes depart; additional workshops TBD
5:00 pm: Catered dinner by Twisted Whisk
7:00 pm: Evening program by Vinny Curtis
Sunday, July 16
7:00—8:00 am: Breakfast (grab your bagged lunch for the day!)
8:30 am: Morning hikes depart
FACILITIES
The Western Clinton Sportsmen’s Association will be our host for the weekend. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere in close proximity to the area's many trails. You’ll be camping in a natural environment where participants generally experience nature up close. We’ve seen deer, turkey, owls, bears, grouse, and a number of reptiles and amphibians.
Enjoy the friendly and laid-back atmosphere, use of their Clubhouse and all WCSA facilities including comfortable campsites, hot showers (indoors and outdoors), and an evening campfire. Play a game at the horseshoe pits or visit the swimming pool at the Hyner Run State Park to cool off after a long day on the trail!
Hammocks, tents, and campers are welcome to suit your camping needs.
The Western Clinton Sportsmen’s Association will be our host for the weekend. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere in close proximity to the area's many trails. You’ll be camping in a natural environment where participants generally experience nature up close. We’ve seen deer, turkey, owls, bears, grouse, and a number of reptiles and amphibians.
Enjoy the friendly and laid-back atmosphere, use of their Clubhouse and all WCSA facilities including comfortable campsites, hot showers (indoors and outdoors), and an evening campfire. Play a game at the horseshoe pits or visit the swimming pool at the Hyner Run State Park to cool off after a long day on the trail!
Hammocks, tents, and campers are welcome to suit your camping needs.
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WEEKEND PRICING
Full Weekend Package includes: your choice of campsite (first-come, first-served). Friday and Saturday catered dinner. Saturday and Sunday catered breakfasts. Saturday and Sunday bagged lunches. Vegetarian option available (vegetarian meals for vegetarian opt-ins exclusively). All entertainment, presentations and campfires. Indoor toilets and outdoor portable showers provided. BYOB allowed for age 21+. Please supply your own camping equipment
Questions? Contact KTA by phone at 717.766.9690 or email. |
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REGISTRATION
Opens April 1st
Opens April 1st
Payment
DIRECTIONS
The WCSA is located about 20 miles west of Lock Haven on Rte. 120. You will see a sign on the left for the "Nature and Environmental Center," just before the bridge. Arrows will direct you to the WCSA clubhouse.
Travelers from the east follow I-80 to Route 220 (Exit 178) to Lock Haven. In Lock Haven, take Route 120-W for about 20 miles. Travelers from the west can either exit I-80 at Route 144 (Exit 147) and go north to Renovo, or stay on I-80 to Exit 178 and proceed as outlined above. Cell service is limited, so please plan your route carefully in advance.
The WCSA is located about 20 miles west of Lock Haven on Rte. 120. You will see a sign on the left for the "Nature and Environmental Center," just before the bridge. Arrows will direct you to the WCSA clubhouse.
Travelers from the east follow I-80 to Route 220 (Exit 178) to Lock Haven. In Lock Haven, take Route 120-W for about 20 miles. Travelers from the west can either exit I-80 at Route 144 (Exit 147) and go north to Renovo, or stay on I-80 to Exit 178 and proceed as outlined above. Cell service is limited, so please plan your route carefully in advance.
