KEYSTONE TRAILS ASSOCIATION'S CLUB CONNECTION
Working together to preserve Pennsylvania's footpaths since 1956
June, 2012
Greetings! 

 

The KTA Club Connection helps your club stay informed about club-specific KTA activities and events.  Please share this newsletter with your club officers and members; if you'd like, you can forward this email (using the "forward" link at the very bottom of the newsletter) to your entire club mailing list.  

 

KTA's member clubs are the backbone of Keystone Trails Association.  Keystone Trails Association was created by - and for - hiking clubs like yours throughout the state of Pennsylvania.  Together, we are Keystone Trails Association.   

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Please let us know your club's news as soon as possible so that we can share your news in our newsletter and/or our Facebook page. 
COUNCIL NEWS

 

The minutes of the 2012 KTA Spring Council Meeting, which took place on Saturday, April 28, 2012, in Wellsboro, Tioga County, are accessible here.  The financial reports (and all other attachments) referenced in the minutes are available upon request; selected reports are accessible by clicking on the links below:
 
 
If you have any questions or concerns relating to the minutes, please let us know.  
 
Mark your calendars!  The next meeting of the KTA Council will be on Saturday, October 13, 2012, in Clearfield, PA.  More information will be posted online later this summer. Hope to see you there!  
 
Not sure what the Council's roles or responsibilities are?  Click here for more information.  

 

YOUR REPRESENTATION IN HARRISBURG

 

The Keystone Trails Association, representing the state's 3.5 million hikers, supports Senate Bill 1466 which restores funding for the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund - the backbone of conservation funding in Pennsylvania.  Read more.

SUPER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 

 

Are you free on Saturday, September 8? If so, please consider volunteering for KTA's fourth annual Susquehanna Super Hike and Ultra Trail Run!  Over 100 volunteers are needed to make this event a success.  We have opportunities for individuals, couples, families and groups -- just let us know what you would like to do, and how much time you can offer!  Event volunteers receive a Super Hike t-shirt and free admission to the after-picnic.  To volunteer, please click here. 

 

WILL YOUR CLUB PROWL THE SPROUL WITH KTA? 

 

Every year, Keystone Trails Association hosts a camping and hiking weekend in the Sproul State Forest, with a base camp at Renovo's Western Clinton Sportsmen's Association.  This casual and fun "Prowl the Sproul" weekend brings about 100 KTA members from throughout the Commonwealth together for campfire camaraderie, a cookout, wine and cheese party, and - of course! - a full schedule of guided hikes, for all ages and ability levels.  This is a great event for singles, couples, small and large groups of friends, entire families, even entire clubs... essentially, this event is a ton of fun for anyone that enjoys hiking, camping, and great views!  
 
Not a camper?  Stay at a nearby hotel, and hike with us during the day!  Hard-core hiker?  Consider joining our 3-day exclusive Donut Hole Slackpack!  Nervous about too-hot weather?  We have a number of 'cool' hike options for those that want to see some great views (or dip their toes in a gorgeous waterfall) while still beating the July heat!   For the 2012 Hike Schedule, click here. 
 
Hope to see you at the Sproul, from July 20 to July 22! For more information, or to register, please click here.
 
BEAUTY BENEATH THE DIRT

 

What happens when you put a lawyer, an Ivy grad, and a city chick on the Appalachian Trail?  Beauty Beneath the Dirt takes a profound look at how three young people are affected by one of the most challenging outdoor adventures in existence today.  For more information about this new film, click here.  There will be screenings in June and July in Chambersburg, Boiling Springs, and Pine Grove. 

   

AROUND THE CLUBS 

 

WARRIOR TRAIL ASSOCIATION:  Last month's work hike was a tough but fulfilling one. I've always said that backpacking or hiking is a combination of spiritual journey and athletic event; an opportunity to commune with nature while testing your strength. Read more.

 

LANCASTER HIKING CLUB:  We lucked out overall on the Conestoga Trail from the past year's storms! Tropical Storm Lee only caused us to lose some stiles over an electric fence that KTA helped install about 10 years ago, and a board walkway was lost upstream from Snavely's Mill. Read more. 

 
YOU ARE KTA. 
Thank you for being an integral part of Keystone Trails Association! Together, we will preserve, protect, and promote Pennsylvania's outstanding hiking trails for generations to come.  Please stay tuned for more e-updates from KTA, so you can learn more about issues affecting Pennsylvania's trails, actions your club can take, hiking-related news and information, and upcoming events occurring throughout the state.  
CONTACT THE EDITOR: 
Shanna Filizzi, KTA Program Administrator
ktaadmin@verizon.net 
717-238-7017