Travel

February 9, 2021

Quick tips for exploring Penn’s Woods in Winter

When snow accumulates in state parks and forests, it's important to be prepared -- especially when you're out in the Wilds. If you are thinking of going out to enjoy some winter recreation, remember the following tips to keep warm, safe, and have an enjoyable time out in Penn’s Woods.

February 4, 2021

5 Valentines Day gifts right from the heart of the PA Wilds

With Valentine's Day around the corner, there is no better place to get a gift for a loved one than the PA Wilds Conservation Shop!

February 2, 2021

Find your next adventure with the new PA Wilds Outdoor Discovery Atlas

The brand new PA Wilds Outdoor Discovery Atlas is the go-to tool for anyone looking to explore the wonders of the PA Wilds. A print companion to pawilds.com, the 50+ page atlas provides inspiration, navigable maps and pertinent travel information for your next trip!

January 31, 2021

Poll Shows Outdoors Important to Pennsylvanians During Pandemic

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) recently presented poll results to the Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council (CNRAC) indicating four out of five Pennsylvanians who visited parks and trails believe that time spent outdoors is essential to their physical and mental health during the pandemic.

January 30, 2021

HuntFishPA: New mobile-friendly licensing platform for PA outdoor rec enthusiasts

The Pennsylvania Game Commission and Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission have launched HuntFishPA, the new user-friendly licensing platform for hunters, anglers, and boaters. Visitors to the new HuntFishPA website will discover convenient features like personalized dashboards, autorenewal for fishing licenses, and the ability to report game and furbearer harvests as required.

January 26, 2021

Groundhog Day 2021 is virtual but still full of magic

In less than seven days, Punxsutawney Phil will make his appearance on Gobbler’s Knob as he has for over 130 years. You'll be tuning in differently. Here's how you can see the prognostication firsthand, safely from the comfort of home!

January 14, 2021

Ice fishing safely in the PA Wilds

Ice fishing can be hit or miss depending on the weather in the winter -- here Beau Martonik offers tips and hints on how to safely ice fish in the PA Wilds.

January 9, 2021

Allegheny Outfitters: Reflecting on 2020

Before the ball dropped on New Year's Eve, Piper VanOrd at Allegheny Outfitters was reflecting on the ups and downs of operating a small business in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

December 2, 2020

Indoor Climbing: How an outdoor adventurer found a passion for bouldering inside

Dana Harrington recalls his first rock climbing experience, some twenty years ago, while out adventuring with friends in the PA Wilds. Now he owns and manages an indoor climbing facility in the region. Here's how he made the transition!

November 21, 2020

For Out-of-State Visitors, DCNR Requires Negative COVID-19 Test or Quarantine Before Visiting Parks

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced changes to operating procedures for state park and forest facilities that will require out-of-state visitors to comply with orders intended to prevent the spread and mitigate the impacts of COVID-19.