Friends of Buchanan State Forest

NOTICE!!! Our monthly meetings are being postponed, until further notice. Please stay notified, through this FB page, of all work day plans. ... Our next work day will be June 19. Stay healthy and enjoy life and the beautiful nature and trails of Buchanan State Forest. Thanks to all you wonderful volunteers!!!

What a gorgeous day to be out, enjoying Nature!!! We cleared Snowfield Trail, Scothia Trail and checked Prop Trail... Thanking everyone who came out to help. We had a great crew that worked well together, we were done and having lunch by 12:30!!! The local Game Warden stopped by and enjoyed dessert and good conversation! Our next planned workday is June 19.... Details will be posted once DCNR suggest a trail to work! Sorry, I forgot to take pictures!!!

Amazing days to hike Mid State Trail sections 1 and 2 right now through parts of beautiful Buchanan State Forest. Here are a few from section 1 Friday and bike ride on Thursday.

KILL ON SIGHT. I repeat. KILL ON SIGHT. This is Lycorma Delicatula, the Spotted Lanternfly. Currently in its 3rd stage of development, it is wingless, but an ex...ceptional jumper. Closely related to Cicadas and Aphids, this invasive species is from Southeast Asia, and feeds on plant sap using a straw-like proboscis on its face. They are an immediate threat to apple trees, peach trees, grapevines, and many hardwoods like Oak, Cherry, and Walnut. Pennsylvania's lumber industry (the #1 hardwood producer in the US) and our apple industry (#3 in the US) faces a serious threat because of these insects. This generation will sexually mature in the coming weeks, developing wings and laying eggs. I found this one, and HUNDREDS more, feeding upon my Sumac tree today. Any residents of the northeastern US should report any sightings on your property to your exterminator. Without action, this will be the one of the most devastating invasions in our state's history. #pennsylvania #spottedlanternfly #spottedlanternflyawareness #hemiptera #invasivespecies See more

Be careful when burning!!!

With proper safety precautions, recreating in winter can be good for your health. Don’t let colder temps stop you from spending a little time outdoors. #ExplorePATrails

Some amazing views from the Sweetroot Gap area last weekend.

Amazing day to enjoy some of the many rocky ravines within Buchanan State Forest.

Wonderful hike around Buchanan State Forest this weekend.

Our last meeting, in 2020! Monthly Friends meeting, Tuesday, October 6, 2020, 6:30 PM! HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!! West Providence Township Building, Middle Room.... We meet at the West Providence Municipal Building - 81 East Fifth Street, Everett, PA Directions: From Main Street in Everett turn at the traffic light between OIP and RideAide Pharmacy leaving town over the bridge. At Rt 26 intersection go straight continue up the hill approximately 1 block and it is the old brick school building on the left. Social distancing, please. We will discuss the remainder of this year trail work and the 2021 Schedule! Hope to see you! Enjoy the trails in Buchanan State Forest! It is BEAUTIFUL IN THE WOODS, enjoy Nature, at it's best...Autumn is a gorgeous time to be enjoying the trails!!!

Reminder to check the hunting schedule and respect private property...there will be hunters in the State Forest, so wear your ORANGE and stay alert, while enjoying the trails!

What a gorgeous day to gather with friends and clear the Wasson trail, in the Natural Area on Martin Mountain! So over grown with Mountain Laurel and down trees. Thanks to all the friends who worked hard and steady. Tony and Milo, Tom, George, Caleb, Pam and Richard, Dick, Karen and Me!!! Hope the trail sees many feet on the path!!!