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Lodges Put You In The Heart Of Elk Country
Deep in the heart of Elk State Forest you’ll discover the beautiful Winslow Meadow Lodge. The lodge is a tranquil, two-story retreat surrounded by woods and grassy knolls that make up the home range of Pennsylvania’s majestic elk...[more]
Lee Foster Memorial Run
September 11 The race begins in downtown St. Marys at the Elks Club on Washington Street. This is an out & back flat course. Water available at halfway points. For more information please contact Joe Lecker at (814)...[more]
Punxsutawney Phil invites you for fun!
Looking to get more than your "phil" of "phun" this summer? Punxsutawney Phil has some great suggestions. We've got lots to keep you busy this summer in Jefferson County. Get more than your...[more]
Gentle on Your Mind and Wallet
Lavender Farm Tours, PA’ free roaming Elk Herd, the Allegheny and Clarion Rivers… all in the midst of Cook Forest, Benezette and the Allegheny National Forest[more]

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Motorcycle Guide Available
The Pennsylvania Wilds boasts some of the most spectacular, untouched and undisturbed wild lands East of the Mississippi. There are endless opportunities to enjoy the more than two million acres of land in our region. ...[more]
2010 Welcome Guide Available
Right on time for spring and summer travel planning, the Great Outdoors Visitors Bureaus' new "Welcome" Guide is available. The full-sized 80-page guide is a fun read, packed with essential contact and...[more]
Fishing Information Available
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website features a wealth of information so you can get out and hit the steams, rivers and lakes in the Great Outdoors Region this season. The Great Outdoors covers the counties of...[more]
Auto Tours Online
The Allegheny National Forest website features numerous Auto "Driving" Tours throughout the Forest and Great Outdoors Region. Spring Fever will have you itching to get outdoors to enjoy some fresh air. ...[more]
Trout Season Opens April 17th
The signs of spring are all around us. Sunshine, warmer temperatures, the time change (March 13th)……..and opening day of Trout Season on April 14th ! Start planning your fishing trip by visiting the PA Fish & Boat...[more]




















