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June is National Great Outdoors Month. Put into effect by President Bill Clinton in 1998. The major goal was to create jobs and the country’s GDP by encouraging people to enjoy and respect nature. The week became so popular that it was extended to the entire month of June for the next few decades, beginning with President Bush’s administration and continuing through President Obama’s, Trump’s, and now Biden’s administrations. The Outdoor Recreation Jobs and Economic Impact Act of 2016 was passed to research America’s outdoor recreation industry. According to the research, outdoor recreation contributed more than $412 billion to the economy or 2.2% of total GDP. According to the research, outdoor recreation had the greatest growth of any business in 2016, creating 4.5 million jobs.

How can you honor National Great Outdoors Month?
National Great Outdoors Month encourages people to check out natural locations in the country that are not frequently visited by tourists or residents.

Here in Tioga and Bradford Counties, we have a multitude of options to choose from for your family’s outdoor summer activities. Is hiking, fishing, and camping more your jam? Why not take a trip to Colton Point State Park or Mt. Pisgah? These attractions are sure to not disappoint.

If outdoor sports like tennis, basketball, or skating is more what you’re looking for, you can go to Island Park in Blossburg or Alperon Park in Troy.

Is summer your busy season, and you can only get out for an hour or two at a time? Then the Lamb’s Creek Hike and Bike trail in Mansfield could be just the ticket.

For those who want to plan ahead to enjoy all of the outdoor fun that Tioga County has to offer, you can call for more information on these locations and more at the numbers listed below:

Colton Point State Park:
The park is located on the west rim of the Pine Creek Gorge (Pennsylvania Grand Canyon).
This location is open every day of the year from sunrise to sunset.
For more information call, 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757)

Island Park:
62-Acre multi-facility area.
Swimming Pool (new/improved), 2 Pavilions, community building, tennis court, basketball court, playground, horseshoe pits, and skate park.
Pavilion rentals: $50 small pavilion, $100 large pavilion
Contact the Borough office at (570)638-2452 for more information.

Alparon Park:
Located at Junction Route 6 and Junction Route 14 Troy, Pa.
Open to the public for walking/jogging, biking, tennis, basketball, and picnicking.
For more information call, (570)297-3648

Mt. Pisgah:
Located at 28 Entrance Rd. Troy, PA 16947
Hiking, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, and more.
For more information call (570)297-2734

Mansfield Walking Trails:
Contact the Mansfield Borough office at
Multiple locations across Mansfield and the surrounding area.

Pine Creek Outfitters, Inc.
5142 US Route 6, Wellsboro, PA 16901
570-724-3003
pinecrk.com