News & Updates
The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership (SGP) and Lumber Heritage Region (LHR) are thrilled to announce the release of a new booklet designed to enhance your paddling experience on the Susquehanna River Water Trail’s West Branch. This free booklet allows kayakers and canoeists to explore the logging history of the river while enjoying a scenic adventure.
The Susquehanna River Water Trail is a state-designated water trail that caters to both motorized and non-motorized water recreation. The new booklet features four paddling itineraries that highlight the rich lumber heritage of Clinton and Lycoming counties. Each itinerary offers:
In addition to the itineraries, the booklet provides an overview of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and includes an article detailing the region’s historic logging activities. This context enriches the paddling experience, allowing users to appreciate the river’s significance in Pennsylvania’s lumber industry.
The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership and Lumber Heritage Region have partnered with the Clinton County Visitors Bureau to distribute the booklets for free. Paddlers can pick up their copy at the Visitors Bureau and start planning their adventure along the West Branch, which flows from Cherry Tree, PA to Northumberland, PA.
Alana Jajko, SGP Director of Communications & Outreach, highlights a unique feature of the booklet: an online component. Each itinerary includes a QR code that links to a virtual tour of the route, complete with maps, additional photos, information, and links. These storymaps allow paddlers to familiarize themselves with the route before setting off on their journey.
For those new to paddling or in need of a refresher, the booklet includes a paddling checklist on the final page. This checklist helps ensure that all necessary preparations are made for a safe and enjoyable trip on the water.
The Susquehanna River Water Trail West Branch Lumber Paddling Itineraries Booklet was produced by the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership in collaboration with the Lumber Heritage Region. Funding was provided in part by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnerships Program Environmental Stewardship Fund under the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation. Please note that the booklet and its contents may not be reproduced without written permission from the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership.
The Susquehanna Greenway is a corridor of connected trails, parks, river access points, and communities that link people to the natural and cultural treasures of the Susquehanna River. The mission of the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership is to continue growing the Greenway by building connections along the river, inspiring outdoor engagement, and transforming communities into vibrant places to live, work, and explore.
For more information and to download the booklet, visit Susquehanna Greenway Partnership.
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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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