The Lumber Heritage Maple Trail
“Family is the most important thing” at the Brydonson Farm on Ayers Hill Road just south of Coudersport in beautiful Potter County, where producing maple syrup has been a big part of the lives of Ianson Family members for seven generations. This picturesque, inviting farm is owne... Read more
The Lumber Heritage Maple Trail
Graves Maple Products is the embodiment of a centuries-long American legacy that began in 1635, when John Graves journeyed from England to settle in Concord, Massachusetts. Over the generations, the Graves family endured and contributed through pivotal moments in history—from ear... Read more
The Lumber Heritage Maple Trail
Rathbun Farms in picturesque northern Potter County strives to make high-quality maple products at their family-operated Maple farm in Chrystal. The farm, owned by Howard and Melanie Rathbun, has been producing maple syrup and other products at this historic location since Ho... Read more
The Lumber Heritage Maple Trail
Yeany’s Maple Syrup, proudly made in Marienville, PA, is a standout example of small‑town artisanal excellence. Founded by David and Zenobia Yeany in 2004, the operation has grown into a 4,200‑tap sugarbush producing roughly 1,200–1,300 gallons of pure Pennsylvania maple syrup an... Read more
News & Updates
The Lumber Heritage Region (LHR) Announces Board of Directors Lumber Heritage Region, PA - Lumber Heritage Region Announces New Board Structure and Welcomes Loren Kumher The Lumber Heritage Region (LHR) is pleased to announce the latest structure of its Board of Directors f... Read more
Attractions
Take a virtual journey through the first phase of archaeological exploration at the Bark Shanty CCC Camp in Potter County, Pennsylvania and uncover new opportunities to reconnect with our region’s rich roots in lumber and conservation history. Read more
Grants & Projects
Grip It & Rip It Disc Golf selected as Course Design Firm for Warren County’s Upcoming Disc Golf Course Warren, PA – June 24, 2025 – The Lumber Heritage Region (LHR), Warren County Visitors Bureau (WCVB), and the Warren County Conservation District (WCCD) are thrilled to a... Read more
Grants & Projects
Lumber Heritage Region Awarded $10,000 America250PA Semiquincentennial Grant for Regional “Lumber Heritage Quests” Initiative Lumber Heritage Region, PA - The Lumber Heritage Region of Pennsylvania, Inc. (LHR) is proud to announce it has been awarded a $10,000 Spring Semiquincen... Read more
News & Updates
In the Heart of the Forest: Extraordinary Volunteers in the Lumber Heritage Region Mark Thompson: Tangible History, Tireless Passion In the heart of Pennsylvania’s Lumber Heritage Region, amid the whispering trees and historic echoes of log drives and CCC camps, you’ll often fi... Read more
News & Updates
Barbara Novosel’s journey is a testament to strength and devotion to her family. Born as Barbara Balaban on February 20, 1891, in the village of Kostanjevica (now part of Slovenia), her early life in Europe could hardly have foreshadowed the challenges and triumphs she would face... Read more
News & Updates
The month of June celebrates the Great Outdoors and Rivers of our nation. The Lumber Heritage Region of Pennsylvania has incredible opportunities to get out and explore these natural resources! Once the lifeblood of the timber industry, rivers were used as a major method of tr... Read more
News & Updates
Potter County, PA – A historic preservation effort is underway deep in the forests of Potter County, where a coalition of partners has come together to bring long-overdue recognition to the Bark Shanty Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp, one of Pennsylvania’s segregated CCC c... Read more
Education & Learning
KECA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) wildlife conservation organization that focuses their resources on Pennsylvania’s elk herd and the Elk Country Visitor Center located in Benezette. Our mission is “To Conserve and Enhance Pennsylvania’s Elk Country for Future Generations.” We accomp... Read more
Elk County
The Elk Expo held in Benezette, Pennsylvania is the largest elk celebration in the Northeast. It is an annual event hosted by the Keystone Elk Country Alliance and the Elk Country Visitor Center on the grounds of the visitor center. The expo takes place just before the elk rut (m... Read more
Education
Teachers and parents, are you searching for meaningful, interactive resources to spark your students’ curiosity about history, conservation, and the legacy of the Eastern Hemlock Tree in Pennsylvania? Look no further! The Lumber Heritage Region is thrilled to offer thoughtfully d... Read more
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