August 28, 2001

For Immediate Release
Contact: Rachel Martin, (814) 223-4996

Allegheny Defense Project Announces Monthly Outings

Clarion, PA - The Allegheny Defense Project, a forest protection group based in Clarion, PA, will be hosting monthly outings throughout the next year. These outings will include hiking, backpacking, canoeing, and cross-country skiing trips.

"We wanted to provide an opportunity for folks to get out and explore Pennsylvania and Western New York's public lands. It's a great way to meet other people concerned about our public lands in a fun and informal setting," said Rachel Martin, Outreach Program Director for the Allegheny Defense Project.

The group currently has trips scheduled through December. The schedule for the trips is as follows:

Sunday, September 2: Hiking: North Country National Scenic Trail, Salmon Creek area, Allegheny National Forest. Meet at 9:00 am at gazebo in park on Main Street in Clarion (to carpool) or at 10:00 am at the North Country trailhead on Forest Road 145 (call for directions.)

Saturday, October 20 to Sunday, October 21: Hickory Creek Wilderness Backpacking Trip: Hickory Creek Wilderness area, Allegheny National Forest.

Saturday, November 3: Hiking: Tionesta Scenic Area, Allegheny National Forest Sunday,

December 2: Cross-Country Skiing (Hike if no snow): Allegany State Park

There is no charge for any of these trips. For more information about the monthly outings, contact the Allegheny Defense Project at (814) 223-4996 or info@alleghenydefense.org. Additional information and changes will be posted to their website at www.alleghenydefense.org.

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