News & Updates
Join the Allegheny National Forest as they celebrate their centennial and 100 years of growth. Save the date for the ANF Centennial Celebration on September 24th!
Warren, PA, July 27, 2023—The USDA Forest Service invites the public to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Allegheny National Forest’s establishment on Sunday, September 24, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Twin Lakes Recreation Area. Admission is free for this family-friendly event, which promises a day filled with festivities.
The celebration will feature live music, guest speakers, kids’ activities, commemorative giveaways, interpretive hikes, an expo of organizations, historical displays, food trucks, and beverage vendors. Constructed on July 17, 1937, by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Twin Lakes Recreation Area provides a stunning backdrop to immerse yourself in nature and history. Come and commemorate the recovery of the land, a century of sustainable growth, and the collaborative conservation efforts that ensure a resilient forest for future generations.
The Twin Lakes Recreation Area event is the highlight of a weekend packed with exciting activities, including the ANF100 Juried Art Exhibition at the Crary Art Gallery, ANF on Film: A Hunter’s/Angler’s Guide to ANF at the Struthers Library Theatre, and the Jakes Rocks Trail Fest at Kinzua Beach. Our partners and local businesses have sponsored additional activities to enhance your enjoyment of the forest, such as a 100-mile Hiking Challenge, a 100-mile Paddle Challenge, a Centennial Trail of History, and a Centennial Geocache.
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate 100 years of the Allegheny National Forest’s history and growth. Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable weekend of fun and learning!
Classes & Learning Opportunities
The Lumber Heritage Region is partnering with multiple agencies and partners including Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA), and Penn State Extension to bring the region a Teen Conservation Camp for ages 15-17...
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Additional Grant Opportunities
U.S. Forest Service announces funding opportunity to strengthen forest products economy, forest sector jobs.. This program supports the advancement of outdoor recreation, conservation, trail projects, and programs within the Susquehanna Greenway’s 22 counties: Bradford, Cambria, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Columbia, Cumberland, Dauphin, Indiana, Juniata, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Luzerne, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Perry, Snyder, Susquehanna, Union, Wyoming, and York. Projects outside this corridor will not be considered. Eligible applicants include registered non-profit organizations able to apply for DCNR-supported funding and public entities (such as a county, municipality, or municipal agency). Projects must fit within one of these four eligible categories: Outreach & Education Wayfinding & Signage Parks, Land & Water Trails, and Active Transportation Temporary Placemaking Detailed descriptions of these categories are available on the grant landing page at www.susquehannagreenway.org. Funding Details: Up to $10,000 per request 1:1 match required (cash or in-kind) One award per entity (multiple applications may be submitted for consideration) 10-month contract period (January – October 2025) The Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant Program is financed by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnership Program, under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR), Bureau of Recreation and Conservation. As such, mini-grants may not be used as match for other DCNR-funded projects, and DCNR funding may not be used to match this mini-grant. Awardees must follow all DCNR grant guidelines and acknowledge both SGP and DCNR in all marketing and media. An online information session will be held at 12 noon on October 1, 2025. REGISTER HERE. The application window will close at 4:59 PM on October 31, 2025. Eligible applicants can apply online at susquehannagreenway.org/mini-grant-program. Awarded projects can expect to be notified in December 2025. Questions may be directed to info@susquehannagreenway.org or 570-478-0178. The Susquehanna Greenway is a connected corridor of paddling, walking, and biking trails, boat launches, conserved lands, and communities that runs along the Susquehanna River in PA. The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership (SGP) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to advancing the vision of the Susquehanna Greenway. SGP works with partners to create a vibrant Greenway that weaves together communities, trails, and natural spaces, transforming the Susquehanna River corridor into a place where adventure beckons, connections deepen, and the river’s beauty inspires.
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