MAY IS NATIONAL BICYCLE MONTH |
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Endless Mountain Heritage Region board member finishes 2,400 mile journey! |
Cycling enthusiast Donna Iannone, former Sullivan County Commissioner and an EMHR board member, finished a 2,400 mile ride from San Diego, California to St. Augustine, Florida. Donna stands proudly with her bike in the Atlantic Ocean.
Donna has played a key roll in developing bike trails within Endless Mountains Region. The Endless Mountains Gravel Bikepacking Loop spans hundreds of miles through Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties with breath taking views.
Congratulations on your tremendous endeavor Donna!
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2024 PA Trail Of The Year: Trails at Jake Rocks
The Trails at Jakes Rocks is a 35-mile natural surface trail system located in the Allegheny National Forest in Warren County. The trails are used primarily for mountain biking, but other types of recreation such as hiking, trail running, and cross-country skiing are also permitted. The Trails at Jakes Rocks was established to address a notable gap in Warren County's recreational landscape: high-quality mountain bike trails. The unique design as a stacked-loop system significantly reduces the typical gaps found in point-to-point trail systems. The Trails at Jakes Rocks has not only created a fantastic trail system but also serves as an economic driver.
A recent economic impact analysis found that the Trails at Jakes Rocks draws over 25,000 users annually and generates an estimated $9 million in annual tourism spending. The Trails at Jakes Rocks is a prime example of a modern, professionally designed, and meticulously constructed natural surface mountain bike trail system.
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USBR 36 connects cyclists from
Ohio to New York through PA Route 6!
The United States Bicycle Route System (USBRS) is the national cycling route network of the United States. It consists of interstate long-distance cycling routes that utilize multiple types of bicycling infrastructure, including off-road paths, bicycle lanes, and low-traffic roads. As with the complementary United States Numbered Highways system for motorists, each USBR is maintained by state and local governments. The USBRS is intended to eventually traverse the entire country. The USBRS was established in 1978 by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the same body that coordinates the numbering of Interstate highways and U.S. Routes.
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6 SIGNATURE PA ROUTE 6 BICYCLE LOOPS
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Great Lakes, Presque Isle,
and the Bayfront
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Allegheny National Forest
and Surrounds
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Ride Through the Dark Skies
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Outdoor Recreation Survey |
The Shapiro Administration invites Pennsylvanians to complete this online Outdoor Recreation Survey.
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DCNR is working with experts across the state to collect survey responses that will help develop the next Comprehensive Recreation Plan (2025-2029). This plan will guide future recreation investments, policies, & programs. Public input is essential in this process & we need to hear from everyone - from PA's recreation enthusiasts to occasional & future recreators- EVERYONE is invited to share their input! Survey closes 5/22/24.
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BIKE FRIENDLY BUSINESS PROGRAM
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Sign Up to be Bicycle Friendly! |
PA Route 6 offers travelers, including a growing number of bicyclists, over 400 miles of history, scenery, small towns, and outdoor excursions. PA Route 6 is designated as both a state and U.S. Bike Route and, combined with gravel loops that allow bicycle travelers to explore the entire corridor, PA Route 6 is developing into a unique cycling destination.
As more visitors explore PA Route 6 by bicycle, businesses throughout the region stand to benefit from increased customers and spending at shops, restaurants, and overnight accommodations. The FREE PA Route 6 Bike Friendly Business Program has been developed to help businesses and the entire region become more bike-friendly and attract more bicycling visitors. Visit our website for more details and fill out an application.
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OUR ROAD, YOUR COMMUNITIES |
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EXPLORE 6 FAIRS, FESTIVALS & MORE
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JUNE 15, 2024
Honesdale, PA
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JUNE 8-16, 2024
Wellsboro, PA
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JUNE 28 & 29, 2024
Wellsboro, PA
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APRIL 19 - MAY 9, 2024
Tunkhannock, PA
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MAY 3-5, 2024
*Numerous Locations
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MAY 17, 2024
Edinboro, PA
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JUNE 13-16, 2024
Meadville, PA
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MAY IS NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH |
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Download Our Motorcycle Loop Map! |
Late spring through fall are prime times for motorcycling across PA Route 6. If you enjoy the freedom of the ride, check out our "Take the High Road" Motorcycle Loop Map, available for free to download on our website.
We're also coming into the heart of "road trip season. Since May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, check out this article, even if you're not an avid motorcyclist. Most crashes occur when car drivers fail to see someone on a motorcycle. This is a great reminder to always check twice before pulling out into intersections, be respectful of riders, and share the road. |
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HERITAGE COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
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The Heritage Community of Edinboro offers the best combination of an active urban center with a pleasant small-town atmosphere—all in a beautiful rural setting! The once densely forested areas, now known as Edinboro and Washington Township, were home to Eriez, Iroquois, and Cornplanter Native Americans, who referred to the region as Conneauttee, meaning “land of the living snowflake.” Then in 1801, William Culbertson built a gristmill near Conneauttee Lake and subdivided his 500-acre plot to establish the beginnings of present-day Edinboro.
Now Edinboro is a bustling college town and summer lake resort offering residents and visitors alike a multitude of educational, cultural, social, and recreational opportunities with a friendly, small-town feel.
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2024 EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP,
ANNUAL MEETING & "DO 6" AWARDS
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Nominations Now Open for 2024 Annual "Do 6" Awards
DEADLINE: JUNE 1, 2024
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Each year at the Annual Meeting & Educational Workshop, the Alliance recognizes and celebrates just a handful of those outstanding individuals and groups through their annual "Do 6" Awards Ceremony. These individuals, organizations, and businesses exemplify the mission of the PA Route 6 Alliance to protect, preserve and enhance the scenic, cultural, historical, and recreational resources of Pennsylvania’s northern tier. |
HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!
Download and share our "DO 6" Awards
Nomination Press Release.
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Honesdale, PA
Host of the 2024 PA Route 6 Alliance Educational Workshop, Annual Meeting & "DO 6" Awards
OCTOBER 10 & 11, 2024
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Honesdale was presented with the Heritage Community Of The Year Award in 2023. Their mission to work to promote, build, and invest in their community can be witnessed while passing through, but we invite you to join us to experience Honesdale with your feet on the ground!Our Educational Workshop will feature a walking tour of Downtown Honesdale, which includes part of our Public Art & Mural Trail.
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HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!
Download and share our Save The Date
Press Release for the Annual Meeting.
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TOPIC SURVEY:
In an effort to make our Educational Workshop and Annual Meeting useful for our attendees, we'd like your feedback regarding content. Please take a few seconds to select an answer, or if you have another topic in mind email rcourtney@paroute6.com.
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What content would you most like to learn/hear about at the Educational Workshop & Meeting?
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Economics Of Outdoor Recreation
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Implementation Of Projects
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Engaging Future Generations
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DISCOVER THE 2024 PA ROUTE 6 ARTISAN TRAIL |
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Click the map to download a full resolution PDF. |
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The 2024 Artisan Trail Map features 92 artisans including potters, photographers, wineries and distilleries, art and culture centers, and much more. You can shop for items MADE ON 6 from the comfort of your home! |
Interested in becoming a PA Route 6 Artisan?
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Share Your Event On PA Route 6 Alliance's Website |
Did you know you can easily share your events through our website and have home page exposure?
Our website has already had 12,000+ site visitors and 3,000+ clicks through Google Ads THIS YEAR.
BE SEEN. SHARE YOU EVENT WITH US NOW!
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JUNE 22 & 23, 2024
Kane, PA
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JULY 6 & 7, 2024
Ulysses, PA
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AUGUST 10, 2024
Wellsboro, PA
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SEPTEMBER 7 & 8, 2024
Warren, PA
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SEPTEMBER 21 & 22, 2024
Troy, PA
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2024 NATIONAL TRAVEL & TOURISM WEEK
MAY 19 - 24, 2024
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TRAVEL. Powering the Economy. Connecting America.
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National Travel & Tourism Week was established in 1983 to celebrate the U.S. travel community and travel’s essential role in stimulating economic growth, cultivating vibrant communities, creating quality job opportunities, inspiring new businesses and elevating the quality of life for Americans every day. Many welcome centers across the Commonwealth will have displays set up that feature some of the top destinations across the state, including PA Route 6.
FUN FACT: Did you know Travel is a $2.8 trillion industry that supports nearly 15 million American jobs while fueling other important industries like manufacturing, health care and agriculture—all which depend on travel to generate business, spur innovation and support education.
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PA Route 6 offers a classic,
American road trip experience!
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You can find PA Route 6 Traveling Itineraries at our website. But, also consider contacting one of the 9 Visitors Bureaus located along the PA Route 6 corridor. They off FREE visitors guides, upon request, that feature some of the best places to stay, eat, and experience during your time on scenic PA Route 6. |
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11 West Main Street
Galeton, PA 16922
814-435-7706
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