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Local Food, Farm and Outdoor Attractions Guide for The
LOCAL FOOD, FARM & OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS IN CUMBERLAND VALLEY AND THE SOUTH MOUNTAIN REGION PRODUCE AVAILABILITY GUIDE INSIDE VisitCumberlandValley.com 888.513.5130 #FounditinCV Produce Availability by Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec FRUITS Apples Apricots Blackberries Black Raspberries Red Raspberries Blueberries Cantaloupe Cherry (Tart) Cherry (Sweet) Cider Grapes Nectarines Peaches Pears Plums Strawberries Watermelons Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec VEGETABLES Asparagus Beans (Lima) South Middleton Township, Emerald Stone Photography & Design Beans (Snap) Beets Broccoli Contents Cabbage Carrots Caulifl ower Celery Agricultural Heritage .......................................................... 2-3 Corn (Sweet) Local Food ...................................................................... 4-17 Wine & Beer Trails, Attractions ........................................ 18-20 Cucumbers Outdoor Recreation ........................................................ 21-31 Eggplant Plan Your Visit .....................................................................32 Lettuce Cumberland County Planning Department ..............................32 Mushrooms Produce Availability Guide ............................. Inside Front Cover Onions Partnership for Better Health ............................Inside Back Cover Peas Visitor Information ...................................................Back Cover Peppers Potatoes On the cover: Cumberland Valley Rail Trail in Newville, Eric Forberger; Pumpkin patch, Boiling Pumpkins -
Trip Schedule NOVEMBER 2013 – FEBRUARY 2014 the Club Is Dependent Upon the Voluntary Trail Policies and Etiquette Cooperation of Those Participating in Its Activities
Mountain Club of Maryland Trip Schedule NOVEMBER 2013 – FEBRUARY 2014 The Club is dependent upon the voluntary Trail Policies and Etiquette cooperation of those participating in its activities. Observance of the following guidelines will enhance the enjoyment The Mountain Club of Maryland (MCM) is a non-profit organization, of everyone: founded in 1934, whose primary concern is to provide its members and • Register before the deadline. Early registration for overnight or com- guests the opportunity to enjoy nature through hiking and other activi- plicated trips is especially helpful. Leaders may close registration early ties, particularly in the mountainous areas accessible to Baltimore. when necessary to limit the size of the trip. The leader may also refuse We publish a hike and activities schedule, with varieties in location registration to persons who may not be sufficiently strong to stay with and difficulty. We welcome guests to participate in most of our activi- the group. ties. We include some specialized hikes, such as family or nature hikes. • Trips are seldom canceled, even for inclement weather. Check with We help each other, but ultimately everyone is responsible for their the leader when conditions are questionable. If you must cancel, call individual safety and welfare on MCM trips. the leader before he or she leaves for the starting point. Members and We generally charge a guest fee of $2 for non-members. This fee is guests who cancel after trip arrangements have been made are billed waived for members of other Appalachian Trail maintaining clubs. Club for any food or other expenses incurred. members, through their dues, pay the expenses associated with publish- • Arrive early. -
HISTORY of PENNSYLVANIA's STATE PARKS 1984 to 2015
i HISTORY OF PENNSYLVANIA'S STATE PARKS 1984 to 2015 By William C. Forrey Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Office of Parks and Forestry Bureau of State Parks Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Copyright © 2017 – 1st edition ii iii Contents ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ...................................................................................................................................... vi INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................. vii CHAPTER I: The History of Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks… 1980s ............................................................ 1 CHAPTER II: 1990s - State Parks 2000, 100th Anniversary, and Key 93 ............................................................. 13 CHAPTER III: 21st CENTURY - Growing Greener and State Park Improvements ............................................... 27 About the Author .............................................................................................................................................. 58 APPENDIX .......................................................................................................................................................... 60 TABLE 1: Pennsylvania State Parks Directors ................................................................................................ 61 TABLE 2: Department Leadership ................................................................................................................. -
Young Lungs at Play Honor Roll September 30, 2020
PA Young Lungs At Play Honor Roll September 30, 2020 1,272 Pennsylvania Department of Health Young Lungs at Play Tobacco-free Communities* This Honor Roll recognizes the growing number of Pennsylvania counties, municipalities, youth recreation organizations and school districts establishing tobacco-free parks, playgrounds and recreational areas to protect children and families from the health and environmental consequences of tobacco use and litter. Young Lungs at Play is a program supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. To view this Honor Roll online, go to the Young Lungs At Play page on the Pennsylvania Department of Health website. Thank you! All municipalities, organizations, and school districts listed in red are new for state fiscal year 2021 quarter 1 (July 1– September 30, 2020). Adams County - 20 Abbottstown Borough Adams County Library System Bonneauville Borough Carroll Valley Borough Children in Bloom Conewago Township Conewago Valley School District Delone Catholic High School East Berlin Community Library Fairfield Area School District Gettysburg Area School District Gettysburg Borough (Gettysburg Area Recreational Authority) Hamiltonban Township and Fairfield Borough Harbaugh Thomas Library 1 | Page *This list is updated on a quarterly basis and reflects recognized Young Lungs At Play communities as of September 30, 2020. PA Young Lungs At Play Honor Roll September 30, 2020 Latimore Township Littlestown Area School District McSherrystown Borough Straban Township Upper Adams School District YWCA of Adams County -
Near Chambersburg, PA
Near Chambersburg, PA Buchanan’s Birthplace State Park - Learn about the 15th president of the United States and the only one from Pennsylvania! Caledonia State Park - Great for the history buff! This park served as a field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg. Mont Alto State Park - In spring and summer, cast your line for trout in the West Branch of Antietam Creek; in winter, enjoy access to the public snowmobiling trails at Michaux State Forest. Michaux State Forest - Hiking, history, scenic vistas, mountain biking. Need I say more? Pine Grove Furnace State Park - Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is home to the old Pine Grove Iron Works, which dates back to 1764. Visit the Appalachian Trail Museum or the restored mansion. Buchanan State Forest - Explore rugged Martin Hill, hike the Mid-State Trail or visit the Sweet Root Natural Area. Kings Gap State Park - Provides a beautiful panoramic view of the Cumberland valley from the patio of a 38-room stone mansion. 18 miles of hiking trails weave through the park. Warriors Path State Park - Float the Juniata from this 349-acre peninsula, fish the Raystown Branch for smallmouth bass, muskellunge or walleye, or take a hike. Tuscarora State Forest - Visit the Hemlock Natural Area, Box Huckleberry Natural Area (where the plant is over 1300 years old!), and the Masland Natural Area. Trough Creek State Park - Explore a scenic gorge formed when Great Trough Creek cut through Terrace Mountain. Rugged hiking trails lead to wonders like Balanced Rock and Rainbow Falls. Big Spring State Forest Picnic Area – Pack a lunch to enjoy at this quaint picnic and hiking area. -
Pennsylvania Year-Round Seasonal Events 2016
PENNSYLVANIA YEAR-ROUND AND SEASONAL EVENTS 2016 KEYSTONE STATE VOLKSSPORT ASSOCIATION www.ksva.net 2134 Barley Drive Quakertown, PA 18951 www.ava.org GENERAL INFORMATION Awards for completing the IVV achievement books consist of a lapel pin, patch and certificate acknowledging completion of each level of accomplishment. VOLKSSPORTING is an adventure in health, recreation, fellowship and fun. Volkssporting literally translates as “sport Event and distance books are $6.00 each. Some clubs have of the people”. The program consists of organized events them for sale in their start box. Other clubs include insert designed to appeal to people of all ages. These are cards for your use. A New Walker Packet is available for noncompetitive events. This is exercise at your own pace. $5.00 that includes an event book, a distance book and three The volkssporting philosophy recognizes that everyone who coupons that are good for IVV credit. participates is a winner and eligible for an award as Procedures: At each event start, each participant must described in the event brochures. register to obtain a start card which must be filled out. This Most events are walks, but sports such as bicycling, card must be carried, marked at checkpoints and returned at swimming and cross-country skiing are also included. Each the completion of the trail. All participants must sign the event has a pre-marked trail on which to enjoy the company Waiver of Liability. of friends, family and fellow volkssporters. Consult the event publication for a description of the trail, rating, dates, and times. Participate in the event during IVV/AVA Sanction: All events are sanctioned by the daylight hours only. -
Appendix E Conservation Lands Crossed by Nisource
APPENDIX E CONSERVATION LANDS CROSSED BY NISOURCE FACILITIES Appendix E – Conservation Lands Crossed by NiSource Facilities State Property Name Owner Type Delaware Bechtel Park Local Delaware Knollwood Park Local Delaware Naamans Park East Local Delaware Naamans Park North Local Indiana Eagle Lake Wetlands Conservation Area State Indiana Kingsbury Fish and Wildlife Area State Indiana Mallard Roost Wetland Conservation Area State Indiana St. John Prairie State Indiana Deep River County Park Local Indiana Northside Park Local Indiana Oak Ridge Prairie County Park Local Indiana Gaylord Butterfly Area NGO Kentucky Carr Creek State Park Federal Kentucky Daniel Boone National Forest Federal Kentucky Dewey Lake Wildlife Management Area Federal Kentucky Green River Lake Wildlife Management Area Federal Kentucky Jenny Wiley State Resort Park Federal Kentucky Lexington-Blue Grass Army Depot Federal Kentucky Carr Fork Lake Wildlife Management Area State Kentucky Central Kentucky Wildlife Management Area State Kentucky Dennis-Gray Wildlife Management Area State Kentucky Floracliff State Nature Preserve State Louisiana Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge Federal Louisiana Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge Federal Louisiana Grand Cote National Wildlife Refuge Federal Louisiana Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge Federal Louisiana Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge Federal Louisiana Sabine National Wildlife Refuge Federal Louisiana Tensas River National Wildlife Refuge Federal Louisiana Big Lake Wildlife Management Area State Louisiana Boeuf Wildlife -
Keystone Funding in State Parks 1997-2015
Keystone Funding in State Parks 1997-2015 Funding Years Park or Forest 1997-2001 2002-2006 2007-2011 2012-2015 Total Allehgeny Islands State Park $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Archbald Pothole State Park $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Bald Eagle State Park $53,006 $270,069 $526,330 $1,798,799 $3,497,609 Beltzville State Park $60,000 $72,473 $258,325 $180,665 $962,261 Bendigo State Park $20,996 $75,304 $159,899 $39,800 $552,198 Benjamin Rush State Park $0 $0 $0 $45,000 $45,000 Big Pocono State Park $0 $199,704 $0 $7,000 $406,408 Big Spring State Park $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Black Moshannon State Park $728,486 $406,528 $735,652 $60,382 $3,801,714 Blue Knob State Park $499,000 $51,140 $243,000 $28,000 $1,614,280 Boyd Big Tree Conservation Area $80,000 $0 $0 $0 $160,000 Buchanan's Birthplace State Park $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Bucktail State Park $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Caledonia State Park $0 $1,420,048 $949,559 $607,001 $5,346,215 Canoe Creek State Park $693,000 $216,215 $134,287 $983,896 $3,070,900 Chapman State Park $70,917 $151,858 $175,449 $108,510 $904,958 Cherry Springs State Park $0 $166,100 $203,192 $92,175 $830,759 Clear Creek State Forest $0 $79,407 $0 $216,363 $375,177 Clear Creek State Park $162,692 $34,306 $35,000 $29,999 $493,995 Codorus State Park $525,000 $410,074 $660,519 $544,961 $3,736,147 Colonel Denning State Park $0 $8,587 $26,755 $650,000 $720,684 Colton Point State Park $19,800 $38,329 $20,000 $12,000 $168,258 Cook Forest State Park $317,200 $1,258,854 $1,134,565 $861,871 $6,283,109 Keystone Funding in State Parks 1997-2015 Funding Years Park or Forest 1997-2001 2002-2006 -
Greenway and Open Space Plan
Franklin County Greenway and Open Space Plan DCNR Project #BRC-TAG-11-206 a pennsylvania corporation TABLE OF CONTENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS .............................................................................................................7 INTRODUCTION WHAT IS A GREENWAY? ............................................................................................................. 9 WHY A GREENWAYS PLAN FOR FRANKLIN COUNTY? ..........................................................9 Preserving Franklin County’s Defi ning Characteristics ........................................................................................... 10 Expanding the Economy .......................................................................................................................................... 11 Protecting Sensitive Habitats .................................................................................................................................... 12 Protecting Drinking Water Resources ...................................................................................................................... 12 HOW IS A GREENWAYS PLAN DEVELOPED? ........................................................................13 Three - Step Process ................................................................................................................................................. 13 Public Participation ................................................................................................................................................. -
November 2, 2018 BULLETIN NO. 1 on QUOTE SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Date of Issue: November 2, 2018 DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES ENERGY AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OFFICE 401 NORTH STREET HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA BULLETIN NO. 1 on Project No. GESA 2018-2 – REQUEST FOR QUOTES FOR A GUARANTEED ENERGY SAVINGS PROJECT AT: DEPT. OF CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES, PARKS AND FORESTRY, CENTRAL REGION, PENNSYLVANIA Department of General Services, Energy & Resource Management, 401 North Street, Room 403, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120. QUOTE SUBMISSION DEADLINE: THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2019 TIME OF OPENING: 2:00 PM RFQ CHANGES 1. Please replace “Appendix S – Prevailing Wage Rates” on PDF page 320 of the RFQ with “Appendix S – Prevailing Wage Rates” attached to the end of this bulletin as Attachment 1. 2. In Part 1, Section 1.16 (A) “Small Diverse Business and Small Business Participation Information” replace: “The business, by type, may not exceed the following three-year average gross sales: - Procurement Goods and Services: $20 million - Construction: $20 million - Building Design Services: $7 million - Information Technology Goods and Services: $25 million” with the following: “The business may not exceed an average of $38.5 million in gross annual revenues over the preceding three years.” 3. In Part 1, Section 1.16 (A) “Small Diverse Business and Small Business Participation Information”, in the address for the Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion and Small Business Opportunities, change “Room 601 North Office Building” to “Room 611 North Office Building”. GESA 2018-2 DCNR – Central Region Page 1 of 1 BULLETIN NO. 1 4. In Part 2, Section 2.7(C) “SDB and SB Participation Submission” replace: “To receive points for SDB or SB participation commitments, the SDB or SB must be listed in the Department’s directory of self-certified SBs and DGS/BDISBO-verified SDBs as of the proposal due date and time. -
2021 Pennsylvania State Parks Contest
Pa. State Park Contest Welcome to Pennsylvania. Now get out and Ride! There are 121 Pa. State Parks. How many can you visit by November 19, 2021? The Competition runs from the beginning of this year to Nov. 19th. Drive to the State Park Sign (using 2 or 4 wheels), get your picture taken (or your vehicle), in front of the park sign. Keep track by saving your pictures on your phone (or start a photo album). This can be done as a group or individual. At the end we will see who has visited the most Pa. State Parks (or all). In case of a tie, we would go by dates and time (on photos), of completion. Below is a list of Pa. State Parks: Allegheny Islands State Park----Archbald Pothole State Park----Bald Eagle State Park----Beltzville State Park----Bendigo State Park----Benjamin Rush State Park----Big Pocono State Park----Big Spring State Park----Black Moshannon State Park----Blue Knob state Park----Boyd Big Tree Cons. Area----Buchanan”s Birthplace State Park----Bucktail State Park----Caledonia State Park---- Canoe Creek State Park----Chapman State Park----Cherry Springs State Park----Clear Creek State Park----Codorus State Park---- Colonel Denning State Park----Colton Point State Park----Cook Forest State Park----Cowans Gap State Park----Delaware Canal State Park----Denton Hill State Park----Elk State Park----Erie Bluffs State Park----Evansburg State Park----Fort Washington State Park----Fowlers Hollow State Park----Frances Slocum State Park----French Creek State Park----Gifford Pinchot State Park---- Gouldsboro State Park----Greenwood Furnace State Park----Hickory Run State Park----Jacobsburg Env. -
1987/1988 Cl. 86 Act of Oct. 21, 1988, PL 851, No. 113 a SUPPLEMENT
CAPITAL BUDGET PROJECT ITEMIZATION ACT - 1987/1988 Act of Oct. 21, 1988, P.L. 851, No. 113 Cl. 86 A SUPPLEMENT To the act of July 3, 1987 (P.L.190, No.26), entitled 'An act providing for the capital budget for the fiscal year 1987- 1988,' itemizing public improvement projects, furniture and equipment projects, transportation assistance projects and redevelopment assistance projects to be constructed or acquired or assisted by the Department of General Services, the Department of Transportation or the Department of Community Affairs, itemizing public highway projects to be constructed by the Department of Transportation from current revenues, together with their estimated financial costs; authorizing the incurring of debt without the approval of the electors for the purpose of financing the projects to be constructed or acquired or assisted by the Department of General Services, the Department of Transportation or the Department of Community Affairs; stating the estimated useful life of the projects; making appropriations; and making a repeal. (Title amended July 11, 1989, P.L.320, No.54) The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania hereby enacts as follows: Section 1. Short title. This act shall be known and may be cited as the Capital Budget Project Itemization Act for 1987-1988. Section 2. Total authorizations. (a) Public improvements.--The total authorization for the additional capital projects in the category of public improvement projects itemized in section 3 and to be acquired or constructed by the Department of General Services, its successors or assigns, and to be financed by the incurring of debt, shall be $1,622,785,000.