Planning a trip to the Allegheny National Forest Region? Trail Central has what you need for where to stay, where to eat and what to do. View the guide page-by-page at https://visitanf.com/request-information/.
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The Marilla Trail Race, Saturday, September 28 takes runners through the rolling hills and dense forest near the Marilla Reservoir in Bradford, PA. The race is great for beginners and hard-core trail runners and features a variety of terrain.

All proceeds from the Marilla Trail Race will go to benefit the Tuna Valley Trail Association and their ongoing commitment to the development and maintenance of trails locally in the Tuna Valley. For more information visit www.marillarace.com.
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Want to teach your children about conservation, hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities? Join Willow Creek Sportsman’s Club on Saturday September 14. Registration starts at 9am and station rotation starts at 10am. This is a fantastic way for children to get a lot of experience with multiple facets of the great outdoors. Lunch and goodie bag will be provided.

For more information please visit https://www.willowcreeksportsmansclub.com/kids

#AdviceFromTrailCentral Take advantage of this excellent opportunity with area experts from the United States Forest Service, PA Fish & Boat Commission, PA Game Commission, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Corydon Fire Department and many more. Kids Conservation Day ROCKS!

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Save the Date for Art on the Island, September 28 from 10am -5pm in Smethport PA. Hosted by McKean County Historical Society, Art on the Island is always a great day to check out local artists, see the car show, listen to live music, and get some yummy food.

For more information please call 814-887-5142.

#AdviceFromTrailCentral Spend the day in picturesque Smethport PA surrounded by the beautiful hills, cool cars, great art, yummy eats, and fantastic people. You can`t go wrong at Art on the Island.

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Put on your flannel, grab a mug and join the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum for an evening of lumberjack competitions, beer, music, food and FUN! Watch up to 15 semi-professional lumberjacks compete in 6 different events for cash prizes as administered by members of the PA Professional Lumberjack Organization.

Straub Beer will be on site to serve a variety of their beers for attendees to enjoy. Live music will be performed by The Hey!Makers and two food trucks will be serving tasty eats. You can try your hand at using a 2 person crosscut saw or throw some hatchets. For more information and to purchase tickets go to:
http://lumbermuseum.org/lagers-lumberjacks/

#AdviceFromTrailCentral Lumberjacks and Straub Lagers.. Yes, please!

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With almost 20,000 bears in Pennsylvania, there is always a possibility of encountering one or more in the Allegheny National Forest region. Here are some tips to keep any potential encounter a positive one.

* Don`t feed the wildlife
* Keep a clean campsite
* Do not store food or any scented items in your tent
* Do not leave food unattended at a campsite
* Use bear-resistant food storage containers or hang food in a bear bag
* Do not store garbage at your campsite. Use a designated dumpster
* While dispersed camping, cook and store food away from your sleeping area

Always remember YOU are responsible for your own safety and those around you.

For more information on black bears please visit https://bearwise.org/all-about-black-bears/

#AdviceFromTrailCentral Bears can smell food a mile away. Whether you are a good cook or not, they will ALWAYS be interested in an easy meal. Be smart for your safety and theirs.

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