Culture

August 6, 2021

Unique Tours in the PA Wilds

From walking tours in historic districts to stargazing tours in the darkest skies, there are so many ways to explore the PA Wilds! Learn about the unique tours you can take across the PA Wilds Landscapes and find your favorite experience.

July 9, 2021

Lock Haven’s Pedestrian Mall Opens for the summer season

Downtown Lock Haven Inc. is hosting the 2021 Pedestrian Mall. On weekends in the summer, Main St. closes for residents and businesses to enjoy music, food, and vendors. Experience the fun of downtown Lock Haven like never before.

July 2, 2021

DCNR Names New Forester For Elk State Forest

DCNR announced the appointment of Joe Kellert as the District Forester for Elk State Forest in the Pennsylvania Wilds.

June 30, 2021

“Where are the Totally Ninja Raccoons?”: A PA Wilds’ town creates fun for the summer

Where are the Totally Ninja Raccoons? Those funny raccoons will be hiding in 25 area businesses in and around Wellsboro, PA during July.

June 28, 2021

DCNR Extends Due Date For Proposals For Concessionaire At Denton Hill State Park to July 9th

DCNR has extended the due date for proposals to operate a downhill ski and four-season recreation center at Denton Hill State Park in Potter County.

June 21, 2021

Makers Market held Second Sundays in Pine Creek

Up the Crick-Wine & Antiques is hosting a Makers Market on the second Sunday of every month between May and October. Enjoy the fun on your next visit to Pine Creek!

June 16, 2021

Looking back and looking forward at the Elk of the PA Wilds

Ever wonder on how the PA Wilds has one of the largest elk herds on the eastern side of the United States? Ray Hunt will take you through the history of the elk, their home in Elk Country of the PA Wilds, and how to respect both the animals and their habitat. Delve into the past and the future of the Elk in the PA Wilds.

June 5, 2021

An Overnight Change: The Stolen Courthouse of Forest County

Located in the western part of the PA Wilds, Forest County lives with a fascinating history. One piece of history was that residents disagreed with the location of the newly established County seat. So they took it into their own hands - quite literally. Dive into the founding of Forest County and how the County seat was established.

May 25, 2021

Live Music and Outdoor Dining are just the beginning for May 28th Friday in the ‘Fonte

Downtown Bellefonte will kick off its 2021 Friday in the ‘Fonte Summer Series on May 28, 2021. The series will feature free live music, pop-up outdoor beverage and dining spaces, kids activities and historic walking tours.

May 18, 2021

UFO sightings over PA Wilds’ town of Brookville

Over the skies of Brookville, on the I-80 Frontier of the PA Wilds, UFOs are repeatedly sighted. Lou Bernard examines these sightings and reminds the reader that if you are in the PA Wilds, don't forget to look up.