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Jun. 23rd, 2008 @ 07:32 pm Different spots to go?
 Hello all,

We typically go camping in the Allegheny National Forest, or when a 4X4 is available to use we sometimes go to a remote spot by the Yough River. 

I am posting to inquire if anyone knows of any other places to rough camp that are similar to these areas within roughly 2 hours of Pittsburgh? Basically, remote and free. We don't like "campground" type camping.

We would like to try to find some where different to go. 

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!


crossposted to  [info]penncamping   [info]pennsylvania  &   [info]pittsburgh
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amarook
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May. 5th, 2008 @ 08:17 am April Newsletter for Heidi Ruby Miller
My April newsletter is finally finished, a few days late.

I've reformatted it and given it a new name Field Notes.

Here's an excerpt from the introductory letter for April's issue titled Pride of Place: Loving Where You Live:

Field Notes allows me to express the many facets of my life rather than limiting me to speculative fiction. The concept comes from my undergrad days studying anthropology and geography, as well as my love for traveling and adventure.

Each issue will revolve around a central theme, while still sharing news of my latest releases, appearances, and projects-in-progress. I'll also feature writerly friends and keep you up-to-date on my latest author interviews.

In this issue I look at Southwestern Pennsylvania as my home and playground. The natural beauty rivals only the historic and cultural richness of the area. From the mansions of Uniontown's millionaire coal baron days to Ohiopyle State Park's whitewater rapids and hiking trails, I continue to explore this region in all its forms, seeing it with the eyes of a former anthropologist, but the heart of a native. It is the best of both worlds.



If you'd like to receive a copy, please email me at heidirubymiller AT gmail DOT com.

I'll have more updates here a bit later.

Cheers,
Heidi
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Mar. 14th, 2008 @ 08:27 am CITO IN THE CONG II
It's that time again!

http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?guid=bcfaa993-f297-44c6-ab4d-526abcf7500c

This year we will playing in garbage in Dunbar along Ferguson Road.
There are several dumping areas along the roadside.... not just one big
steep hill!

Carl from PA Cleanways is still working out some things with the
township. And I'm still looking for a place to meet afterwards. Any
suggestions, let me know!

Last year was a huge success. Hope to see you there. Gather up some
friends/family. We need all the help we can get!


Last year's event...
http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?guid=1ac4f8cb-c45a-4290-b9e7-51c093d511d5
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Mar. 2nd, 2008 @ 09:17 am PA Cleanways Scholarship
PA Cleanways is once again offering The Sue Wiseman Scholarship for students ages 16 to 21.

The Sue Wiseman scholarship honors youth who have demonstrated outstanding commitment and dedication to reducing littering and illegal dumping.

The $1000 scholarship is paid directly to the student's college, university, or tradeschool of choice. The 2008 scholarship deadline is May 1, 2008. For more information, please visit http://www.pacleanways.org.


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Feb. 25th, 2008 @ 08:13 am PA Waypoints Features MOON PA Camping
A new website by Doug Good is featuring our outdoor guide MOON Pennsylvania Camping.
for BEST lettersMOON Pennsylvania Camping


PA Waypoints is compiling a database of waterfalls, overlooks, covered bridges, historical ruins, and geological formations within the beautiful state of Pennsylvania.


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Feb. 22nd, 2008 @ 09:09 am Xpost- litolpea, outdoors
Current Mood: chipper


THE BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FEST IS BACK IN CLEVELAND )
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socks
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Feb. 14th, 2008 @ 08:56 am Cabin Fever Dreams
Because I have a bad case of cabin fever right now...

Green Plateaus protruding through a dense fog. Pink and white laurel petals falling into a clear cool stream. Rushing rivers spilling through a mountain gorge. These are the images that welcome us back to Pennsylvania after we've been away for too long. And when we hit the trail again, inhaling the scent of fallen pine needles and air charged with the mist of cascades, we know that we are home.

- excerpt from MOON Pennsylvania Camping


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Jan. 13th, 2008 @ 04:37 pm Planning a CITO
Hi everyone! I'm organizing a CITO event with PA Cleanways again this year. Save the date---APRIL 19----last year was a huge success. It was a great feeling of accomplishment. Hope to see everyone again and recruit some new help.

I will post everything as soon as the location is decided.
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Me and Acadia
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Dec. 19th, 2007 @ 08:18 am Off season.. discussion?
Hey folks!

All of the camping communities I am in on LJ have been mostly inactive for a while, so I am attempting to inject some life into this one.

I'm currently in Lancaster, PA, and while I know of a handful of hikes in the area, I was wondering if anyone had some suggestions for great local hiking destinations.

Hopefully, I'll be able to collect a good number of new locales so I can do more exploring come time for slightly warmer weather.
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Dec. 12th, 2007 @ 08:05 am 21st Annual Pennwriters Conference
Jason and I are planning to attend. Maybe we'll see some of you there.

Best,
Heidi

Joyce Carol Oates will be the keynote speaker for the 21st Annual Pennwriters Conference at the Host Resort in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Tickets for the May 16-18, 2008 event go on sale January 2, 2008, at www.pennwriters.org or by e-mailing the conference coordinator at conferenceco1@pennwriters.org for a registration form. Three-day conference packages start at $199 for members and $249 for nonmembers. After March 2, 2008, dinner tickets with Joyce Carol Oates will be sold separately from the conference at $65 for Pennwriters members and $99 for nonmembers..
For more information... )
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Sep. 10th, 2007 @ 10:40 am Angel's Landing Strikes Back

No afraid of heights. Not afraid of heights.
I made it this far before really having doubts about making it to the top.


Crossposted to [info]jaguarpaddler
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Aug. 22nd, 2007 @ 11:01 am Angel's Landing, Zion National Park

Angel's Landing Sunrise Angel's Landing Sunrise
Our morning approach to Angel's Landing, Zion National Park.



Cross-posted to [info]jaguarpaddler
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Aug. 21st, 2007 @ 11:04 am Nevada from I-15

I-15 to Utah
I-15 to Utah
A shot from our rental as we sped along the I-15 just outside of Vegas.


Cross-posted to [info]jaguarpaddler
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Jun. 7th, 2007 @ 07:39 am Activity Calendar for Regional Environmental Education Center
Here is the June Calendar of Events for the Regional Environmental Education Center (REEC):

Native Gardens Project
Saturday, June 9 (9:30 am – noon)
Sunday, June 10 (2 – 6 pm)
Family Friendly

Want to learn how to prepare a garden, what IPM stands for or just want to get the kids outdoors? Then we have what you’re looking for! Thanks to a grant from NiSource and Columbia Gas, the REEC will be adding two native avian and butterfly habitat areas to the Center but we need your help! Join the REEC staff and other community volunteers for Saturday’s “dig-out” to prepare the earth by digging the garden areas. Then join us for Sunday’s “plant-in” where we’ll be planting over 150 native plants from the Audubon Native Plant Center ! Bring your gardening tools, shovels and gloves if you have them. We’ll provide cold drinks and light snacks. No registration is required, come for an hour or stay the whole time. Great for Scout troops, garden clubs and other service organizations.
Read more... )
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May. 30th, 2007 @ 10:21 am REI slide show for MOON Pennsylvania Camping
Tonight from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Jason and I will be hosting a free clinic at the REI in Pittsburgh's Southside Works on our travel guide MOON Pennsylvania Camping.

The clinic will include a slide show from our research trips throughout the state of Pennsylvania, a look at the TOP TEN campgrounds, and a question and answer segment open to the audience. We'll be signing copies of the guidebook afterward.

Hope to see some of you locals there!



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May. 25th, 2007 @ 03:09 pm Meadow Run Slides

Meadow Run Slides, originally uploaded by Jason Jack Miller.

In honor of the summer kick-off, here are Ohiopyle's Meadow Run Slides.

Be safe-don't slip!

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May. 23rd, 2007 @ 08:19 am REI Clinic for MOON Pennsylvania Camping
On Wednesday, May 30, 2007, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Jason Jack Miller and Heidi Ruby Miller will be hosting a free clinic at the REI in Pittsburgh's Southside Works on their travel guide MOON Pennsylvania Camping published by Avalon Travel Publishing.

The clinic will include a slide show from their research trips throughout the state of Pennsylvania, a look at the TOP TEN campgrounds, and a question and answer segment open to the audience. They will be signing copies of their guidebook afterward.

Apologies for the X-posts if you read more than one of these blogs:
ambasadora, jaguarpaddler, setonhillwpf, penncamping, thecounty, book_pimp, penn_ljfriends, pgh_righters, heidirubymiller, wpfwriters, MySpace Heidi


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Apr. 17th, 2007 @ 08:33 pm Take a look...
at what a handful of volunteers can get done in a few hours.

http://users.livejournal.com/_dolphy_/24887.html?view=33591#t33591
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Mar. 30th, 2007 @ 11:31 am Three Rivers Rowing Association
Three Rivers Rowing Association has a new promotional video featuring several local paddlers. The organization, located in Pittsburgh, PA, encompasses rowing, kayaking, and dragon boating, and provides youth camps, scholastic programs, lessons, regattas, and festivals.

You can read their newsletters online or sign up at RowandPaddle@ThreeRiversRowing.org.

They also have open houses throughout the year. For more information contact them at trra@threeriversrowing.org.


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