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
Elk County
The Tri-County Rails to Trails Association was established in 1992 by a dedicated group of local citizens who recognized the potential in transforming an abandoned railroad right-of-way through Elk and Jefferson Counties into a community asset. Their vision gave rise to the sceni... Read more
News & Updates
The Heart of the Forest: Extraordinary Volunteers in the Lumber Heritage Featuring Larry Bussard Larry Bussard was born and raised in Smicksburg, Pennsylvania, across the street from his current residence on Route 954. Larry spent over 40 years living and working outsi... Read more
News & Updates
Danville resident Van Wagner has achieved something unprecedented. The agricultural science teacher, arborist, forester and folk artist recently completed a mission to climb the highest tree on the highest mountain in each of the Commonwealth’s 67 counties to bring awareness t... Read more
Heritage
Barbara Novosel started a journey to join her husband, Nickola, that would bring her to the remote forests of Pennsylvania. Here they would build a life with their 12 children, leaving an enduring legacy. Read more
Things to Do in The LHR
The Winery at Wilcox, nestled in the heart of the Pennsylvania Wilds in Wilcox, PA, has been crafting award-winning wines since its establishment in 1994. Family-owned and operated, this winery has grown to become one of Pennsylvania's most celebrated wine destinations, offering ... Read more
Things to Do in The LHR
Wapiti Ridge Wine Cellars, nestled atop a scenic ridgetop in DuBois, Pennsylvania, offers a rustic yet elegant tasting experience in the heart of the PA Wilds. Locally owned and operated by Dave and Michelle Albert of Penfield, the winery reflects their love for nature, incorpora... Read more
Things to Do in The LHR
Straub Brewery, located in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, is one of the oldest family-owned and operated breweries in the United States, having brewed continuously since its founding in 1872 by German immigrant Peter Straub. Now in its seventh generation of family ownership, Straub Bre... Read more
Things to Do in The LHR
Starr Hill Vineyard & Winery, located on 13 scenic acres in Curwensville, Pennsylvania, is a family-owned winery founded in 2005 with roots dating back to 1952 when Ken Starr began learning winemaking from his father. Inspired by European techniques and German styles during his t... Read more
Things to Do in The LHR
Shadow Vineyard & Winery, located in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, is the town’s first and only winery, offering a charming rural retreat for wine lovers. Established in 2008, this boutique winery is owned and operated by Douglas Mankovich and produces a variety of handcrafted wine... Read more
Things to Do in The LHR
Oregon Hill Winery, nestled in the scenic hills of Morris, Pennsylvania, has been producing award-winning "Pennsylvania Mountain Wines" since 1983. Founded by Eric Swendrowski at the age of 18, the winery began in a converted 1880s dairy barn and has grown into a beloved local in... Read more
Things to Do in The LHR
Laurel Mountain Vineyard, established in 1995, is a family-run winery situated in Falls Creek, Pennsylvania. Housed in a renovated barn dating back to 1900, the winery offers a rustic charm complemented by a scenic countryside setting between DuBois and Brockway. Specializing in ... Read more
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