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Allegheny Trail Newsletter

October 2023 - Vol 1, No. 10

We appreciate your support to help

"Build, Maintain, Protect, Preserve, Promote and Partner"

to grow the Allegheny Trail throughout the region.

October on the ALT

“Jack Frost” will be arriving soon, whitetail bucks are beginning to chase does, goldenrod is everywhere and birds are migrating - It’s FALL YA’LL!

ALT Follow-Up

Despite the rain, fog and cold temps, the Kevin Riedel Memorial Hike was a success! It was held in section 4 at Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory and was followed by a cookout at Moncove State Park.  Thanks to all those that helped organize, setup and attended this special event.  WVSTA is planning to make this an annual hike each fall!

ALT supporters staying dry under the New WVSTA canopy.

Cookout at Moncove State Park after the Kevin Riedel Hike.

Above and below are volunteers Jeff B, Justin M, Cherly and Mike M, and Maya R who helped build the bunk beds, a bench and also helped repaint the Seneca Spring shelter.

Above and below are volunteers Jeff B, Handlebar, Kevin H. and Doug W. working on the Gladwin Washout making new trail.

October Volunteering Opportunities

October has the last two main events of the year.  Volunteers are needed  for shuttles and camp cooks for the Trek and Wild Foods and a half-day workday on Sun morning of Wild Foods.

Oct 6,7,8 "TREK" Located in Section 3 near Seneca State Park, W.V. This is a great event for beginners and seasoned hikers alike. This is a supported hike, meaning WVSTA organizes camping sites and will carry your pack if you want each day.  WVSTA also provides snacks, water, and shuttles each day.  Dinner is provided on Sat night. Bring a friend and come have fun with us !  Limited to 20 people. To register for the TREK, click here. For more info, click here.

Oct 21,22 Wild Foods Work Weekend  This tasty annual event will be held in conjunction with a work weekend this year in Section 4 at Hopkins Mountain Fireman’s Tower.  The tasty Wild Foods potluck dinner will be held Sat Oct 21.  Full details will be coming in the Sept newsletter.  Primitive camping will be free Fri, Sat. For more info, click here.

Off Trail

- WVSTA will be sending a few people to have an Allegheny Trail table setup at the Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Association (ALDHA) on Sat Oct 7th for the day in Abington, VA.  Come by and say hello!  

-Hiking on the ALT in October can be busy. Here is a reminder about the “Leave No Trace” principles and basic hiking etiquette.

1  Right of way goes to the group going uphill

2  Don’t cut across switchbacks, even if its quicker

3  Step aside to let faster parties safely pass by

4  Use “Leave No Trace” principles

SAVE THE DATE!!!!!

Sept 6,7,8 2024  

Come Celebrate the ALT 50th with us at the

Greenbank Observatory in Greenbank, WV it is 340 Days AWAY!!!

WVSTA is working hard to plan a great event at the Greenbank Observatory with swag bags, music, hikes, history and more.  

The ALT 50th planning committee has started its monthly planning series and is hard at work creating a diverse and engaging 3 day schedule.  

Sponsorship and registration details will be coming soon - Stay Tuned!

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