Stacie Johnson-Leske : Handcrafting fun and functional works of art
Little did Stacie Johnson-Leske know that wandering into a pottery shop in Richmond, Virginia, would change her life for the better. It sparked an interest in her, and she wanted to take lessons after seeing them advertised at the shop. She was given several lessons as a gift, and her love for pottery developed then and there. Over twenty years later, Johnson-Leske has made a business out of the pottery she fell in love with.
Read MoreKellettville Firefly Farm: Shining bright in the darkest of nights
Most of us remember catching fireflies in our backyard during our childhood, or perhaps lying on our backs on the soft green grass, watching them light up the night. Their soft, magical glow could be seen in the darkest of nights. In recent years, fireflies have become threatened by factors such as pesticides, light pollution, and habitat loss. Efforts have been made, and are still being made, to keep them from becoming endangered or even extinct. One couple helping with those efforts, Ken and Peggy Butler, have started a firefly sanctuary, right here in the Pennsylvania Wilds.
Located in the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape of the PA Wilds region, in Kellettville, PA, is Kellettville Firefly Farm. It features whole-house lodging, as well as a cabin and safari glamping tent that can both be rented.
Read MoreClearly Ahead Development: Creating growth and opportunities in Clearfield County
Economic opportunities can happen no matter where you are, and Clearly Ahead Development (Clearly Ahead) has made sure that they are available for all small businesses and start-ups in Clearfield County, from small website design companies to international vegan leather corporations. Located in the I-80 Frontier landscape of the PA Wilds region, Clearly Ahead spearheads efforts to improve the workforce in Clearfield County and within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Read MoreCurt Weinhold: Capturing the night sky
Curt Weinhold’s photography offers a vivid glimpse into the natural beauty of the Pennsylvania Wilds. Located in the Dark Skies Landscape of the PA Wilds, his images showcase the region’s starry skies, waterfalls, wildflowers, wildlife, forests and mountain landscapes.
Read MoreWCO members connect at 2025 fall membership meeting at Kellettville Campground, Forest County
Meeting also served as first Wilds Cooperative Governance Plan Session KELLETTVILLE, PA – The first Wilds Cooperative Governance Plan Session was held in conjunction with the Fall Membership Meeting on Tuesday, September 23 at the Kellettville Recreation Area Campground in Forest County. WCO membership meetings are held twice a year, typically with the spring meeting…
Read MoreAllegheny Microgreens: Growing big flavor in a small space
Allegheny Microgreens: Growing big flavor in a small space McKean County | Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds Landscape of the PA Wilds Growing fresh produce year round in an area with consistently low temperatures seems like an impossible task. Allegheny Microgreens took on that challenge and is growing fresh produce year round in a small…
Read MoreAxemann Brewery: Pouring tradition into every pint
What does a trout stream have in common with a railroad, jigsaw puzzle contests, and a metal factory? It is the Axemann Brewery in Bellefonte, PA, located in the I-80 Frontier Landscape of the PA Wilds.
Read MoreKaren Heltzel: Photography for every occasion
Karen Heltzel, owner and photographer at Moments in Time Studio, has been capturing the spirit of northwestern Pennsylvania since 2006.
Read MoreJefferson County Visitors Bureau: Showcasing local heritage and connecting communities
Jefferson County Visitors Bureau (JCVB) is a tourism organization dedicated to highlighting the region’s rich heritage, natural landscapes, and vibrant communities.
Read MoreEntrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders connect at Spring 2025 WCO Member Meeting in Williamsport
Current and potential members of the Wilds Cooperative of PA met at Lycoming Arts in Williamsport on Tuesday, April 29 for the first of two WCO Membership Meetings in 2025. These meetings are held twice a year, typically with the spring meeting on the eastern side of the Pennsylvania Wilds region and the fall meeting on the western side, giving as many Wilds Cooperative (WCO) members as possible the chance to attend. The Kellettville Campground in Tionesta will host the fall WCO Membership Meeting on September 23, 2025.
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