What to expect
Join us April 25-27, 2025 at Lake Raystown Resort and get outdoors. The weekend will showcase regional hikes, environmental stewardship activities, an outdoor-themed book discussion, bike rides, guest speakers, dog-friendly activities, and more.
(See the full agenda below, and select which activities you'll attend when you register).
Join us April 25-27, 2025 at Lake Raystown Resort and get outdoors. The weekend will showcase regional hikes, environmental stewardship activities, an outdoor-themed book discussion, bike rides, guest speakers, dog-friendly activities, and more.
(See the full agenda below, and select which activities you'll attend when you register).
Where you'll stay
We've secured discounted rooms through March 10. Book the room of your choice by contacting the lodge directly at: (814) 658-3500 extension 1. When you call, be sure to say you are booking through the Keystone Trails Association block rate; this will ensure you get a discount. The discounted rate only applies if booking via phone. Please note, our discount expires after March 10; bookings made after that date will be at a higher price. If bringing your dog, please inquire with the lodge staff about their dog policy before booking. Pet-friendly lodging is limited; pets are not permitted in the dining or indoor event spaces.
We've secured discounted rooms through March 10. Book the room of your choice by contacting the lodge directly at: (814) 658-3500 extension 1. When you call, be sure to say you are booking through the Keystone Trails Association block rate; this will ensure you get a discount. The discounted rate only applies if booking via phone. Please note, our discount expires after March 10; bookings made after that date will be at a higher price. If bringing your dog, please inquire with the lodge staff about their dog policy before booking. Pet-friendly lodging is limited; pets are not permitted in the dining or indoor event spaces.
Who should attend this event?
Anyone who enjoys being outdoors is welcome to attend! You do not need to be a member of Keystone Trails Association to join us. In fact, this is a great opportunity to see what KTA is all about and make a few new friends.
Anyone who enjoys being outdoors is welcome to attend! You do not need to be a member of Keystone Trails Association to join us. In fact, this is a great opportunity to see what KTA is all about and make a few new friends.
Getting to Spring Hiking Weekend
Ride the train to Huntingdon! If coming from points east of Huntingdon, KTA will pick up Amtrak passengers from the Huntingdon station at 4:20 pm on Friday and shuttle them back to the train station at 10:45 am on Sunday.
Ride the train to Huntingdon! If coming from points east of Huntingdon, KTA will pick up Amtrak passengers from the Huntingdon station at 4:20 pm on Friday and shuttle them back to the train station at 10:45 am on Sunday.
Spring Hiking Weekend 2025 Agenda
Friday
1:00- 6:00 PM: Program Check-in at the Conference Center Lobby
(Lodging check-in times vary depending on the type of lodging; on your way to the Conference Center, stop by the Resort Center to see when you can check-in to your overnight accommodations)
2:00 PM: Friday Activities Depart from Lake Raystown Resort (see schedule below & register ahead of time)
6:00 PM: Dinner in River Birch Ballroom: Napoleon vegetable stack with tomato caper puttanesca, salad, side dish, roll, & dessert
7:30 PM: Program in River Birch Ballroom: "History of the Thousand Steps Trail" by George Conrad, President of the Standing Stone Trail Club
1:00- 6:00 PM: Program Check-in at the Conference Center Lobby
(Lodging check-in times vary depending on the type of lodging; on your way to the Conference Center, stop by the Resort Center to see when you can check-in to your overnight accommodations)
2:00 PM: Friday Activities Depart from Lake Raystown Resort (see schedule below & register ahead of time)
6:00 PM: Dinner in River Birch Ballroom: Napoleon vegetable stack with tomato caper puttanesca, salad, side dish, roll, & dessert
7:30 PM: Program in River Birch Ballroom: "History of the Thousand Steps Trail" by George Conrad, President of the Standing Stone Trail Club
Saturday
7:45- 8:45 AM: Breakfast in River Birch Ballroom: breakfast sandwich with egg, bacon, cheddar cheese, & side of potatoes
8:15- 8:45 AM: Program Check-in at the Conference Center Lobby
9:00 AM: Saturday Activities Depart from Lake Raystown Resort (see schedule below & register ahead of time); bagged lunch provided
3:00- 5:00 PM: Council Meeting in River Birch Ballroom
6:00- 7:00 PM: Dinner in River Birch Ballroom: ½ roasted chicken with fresh herbs, salad, veggies, roll, & dessert
7:30 PM: Program in River Birch Ballroom: "Environmental Restoration: Stories of Hope" by Celina Seftas, Juniata College Director of Sustainability and former Conservation District Manager
7:45- 8:45 AM: Breakfast in River Birch Ballroom: breakfast sandwich with egg, bacon, cheddar cheese, & side of potatoes
8:15- 8:45 AM: Program Check-in at the Conference Center Lobby
9:00 AM: Saturday Activities Depart from Lake Raystown Resort (see schedule below & register ahead of time); bagged lunch provided
3:00- 5:00 PM: Council Meeting in River Birch Ballroom
6:00- 7:00 PM: Dinner in River Birch Ballroom: ½ roasted chicken with fresh herbs, salad, veggies, roll, & dessert
7:30 PM: Program in River Birch Ballroom: "Environmental Restoration: Stories of Hope" by Celina Seftas, Juniata College Director of Sustainability and former Conservation District Manager
Sunday
7:45- 8:45 AM: Breakfast in River Birch Ballroom: French toast with maple syrup, country smoked sausage, & potatoes
8:15- 8:45 AM: Program Check-in at the Conference Center Lobby
9:00 AM: Sunday Activities Depart from Lake Raystown Resort (see schedule below & register ahead of time); bagged lunch provided
7:45- 8:45 AM: Breakfast in River Birch Ballroom: French toast with maple syrup, country smoked sausage, & potatoes
8:15- 8:45 AM: Program Check-in at the Conference Center Lobby
9:00 AM: Sunday Activities Depart from Lake Raystown Resort (see schedule below & register ahead of time); bagged lunch provided