Hello friends!

Thank you for a fun and memorable week at Rhoneymeade! Also, big thanks to James Lesher, Jim Flanagan, Stephanie Koller, Dan Trew, and everyone who led the wonderful walks and activities. If you'd like to sign up to receive event information and updates taking place at Rhoneymeade, please sign up for their newsletter here.

There's plenty more art and inspiration to come...
We'll continue our focus on awe inspired by art and nature this week in downtown State College. Even if you have visited State College many times, taking an 'art walk' to mindfully observe the many sculptures and murals throughout town is guaranteed to reveal details you may have never noticed before. Expert guides will also share information and answer questions that will offer a renewed appreciation for the artists and community partners who have helped create a vibrant and inspiring outdoor space where so many love to live and visit.

Plus a chance to leave YOUR artistic mark on downtown!
In addition to guided art walks on Sunday, Jana Marie Foundation will also offer an opportunity for you to leave your unique mark on downtown's beautiful tapestry of creative expression by adding a fingerprint critter or flower to a garden-themed mural.

Get the details...
All event details are below and on the website. We look forward to celebrating artists and their work and noticing the many signs of nature found everywhere around us, including in the heart of downtown!

Thanks, we hope you can join us for this 'AWEsome' week!
Bridget Whyte, Adventure Coordinator
ClearWater Conservancy
Questions? Reply to this email or send to: adventure@clearwaterconservancy.org
Upcoming Adventures!
Downtown State College Art Walk
Sunday, July 10, 1 and 3 pm
Wednesday, July 13 at 6 pm
Meet at 3 Dots Downtown (137 E. Beaver St., State College)

With inspiration of all shapes and colors around every corner, downtown State College is an outdoor museum with no ticket required! Take an ‘art walk’ to admire the countless sculptures, memorials, and vibrant murals that bring State College to life. Each one tells an important story thanks to the talented artists who have shared their expressions of admiration for the people and places who have shaped our region. What new pieces of art you can find this year?

Schedule of events:

Sunday, July 10: Guided Public Art Walks & Wellness Activity

1 pm: Jennifer Shuey, local artist and Director of Development for the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, will lead participants on a Public Art Walk to learn about and admire a variety of works on display throughout town.

3 pm: J.Q. with the Downtown Improvement District will lead a Public Art Walk throughout downtown. You can view and download a map of the Public Art Walk that features nearly forty different works of art.

Wellness Activity from 1-4 pm: Jana Marie Foundation will host a collaborative art project where participants can leave their creative mark on downtown by adding a fingerprint critter or flower to a garden-themed mural.

Wednesday, July 13: Guided Public Art Walk

6 pm: Join a guided walk with JQ with the Downtown Improvement District. Learn about many of the works of art throughout town and the artists who created them. View the digital and printable Downtown Public Art Walk brochure here.
Location: For all events, meet at 3 Dots Downtown. Nearby parking is available at the Pugh Street Garage. GPS Link: 137 E. Beaver Ave. State College, PA 16801

Items to bring/ways to prepare for this week's art walk:
  • 💧 A refillable water bottle
  • 🕶 Sun protection including a hat and sunscreen
  • 👟 Comfortable walking shoes
  • 🎒 Child carrier/backpack is recommended for very young children
Bear Meadows Natural Area
Sunday, July 17, 1 and 3 pm
Wednesday, July 20 at 6 pm

Step into one of only 603 National Natural Landmarks in the country and one of eight designated natural areas in Rothrock State Forest. Here there is a rare type of wetland surrounded by a forest of black spruce, red spruce and balsam fir. Curiously explore the rare plant and animal communities, historical features, and forest characteristics that have earned Bear Meadows its designations from the National Park Service and PA-DCNR, and inspired many writers and adventurers in search of peace and solace.
WE DID IT!

Thanks for making our 'Path to 1k in 1 Week' a success by helping us reach 1,000 Instagram followers! We look forward to sharing photos and updates with you all year long!
An Un-fore-gettable way to support ClearWater Conservancy and Centred Outdoors!

On the morning of August 29 Join fellow friends of ClearWater for a fun-filled day at Mountain View Country Club for our annual Golf-Fest! Morning registration is currently open for single golfers, but space is limited. Click here for more information and to register today. Thank you for supporting the efforts that make local conservation and Centred Outdoors possible!
Centred Outdoors is a program of ClearWater Conservancy, made possible with financial assistance from an Environmental Stewardship Fund grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation. Financial assistance for the program is also provided by the Hamer Foundation, Mount Nittany Health, and community organizations.
ClearWater Conservancy | 814-237-0400 | contactus@clearwaterconservancy.org