It is merely important to conserve and preserve AT Museum..It helps to enlighten the glorious history of ours.
AT Hall of Fame ` Tickets
BANQUET TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friends,
Banquet tickets for the AT Hall of Fame Banquet, June 7 at Allenberry Resort Inn in
Boiling Springs, Pa. are still available for a short time ! For ticket purchase info, see
the second page of the thumbnail attachment.
See you there ! ~ HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert"RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
AT Museum Membership Secretary
ps: if you need to renew your AT Museum membership or wish to join us in
our mission to preserve the AT history, make use of the second attachment
to mail in a check or to do so online go to www.atmuseum.org, click on the
Support tab and then the Donate button. ~ R W
AT Hall of Fame Poster
AT HALL of FAME POSTER ! ! !
~ see the attachment for a printable poster
Special events for Saturday June 8 at The Museum ~ Poster !
SPECIAL EVENTS AT MUSEUM ~ SATURDAY JUNE 8 ! ! !
Special events are planned for Saturday, June 8 (the day after the AT Hall of Fame Banquet) !
~ see the first attachment for the poster & details
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "Red Wolf o'da Smoky's" Croyle
membership email: [email protected]
volunteer email: [email protected]
artifact donations email: [email protected]
website: www.atmuseum.org
Banquet Details ~ news release today !
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Society Friends,
The first attachment has a news release, which was just sent out today, about the
AT Hall of Fame Banquet Program "highlights" ! ~ see THUMBNAIL attachment
SEE YOU THERE FRIDAY, JUNE 8 !
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "Red Wolf o'da Smoky's" Croyle
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
~ see second attachment
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
artifact donations email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
News Release: AT Museum Sunday Programs
JUNE & JULY SUNDAY PROGRAMS !
The AT Museum's Sunday afternoon programs for June and July
have just been announced ! The first attachment is the news release
regarding the programs, while the second attachment gives some
more details.
Your support is always appreciated. To donate electronically go to
www.atmuseum.org , click on the "Support" tab and then the "Donate"
button. The third attachment here is a printable member / donor form
for your use if you wish to use the USPS Mail. Many thanks.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert"RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
AT Museum Membership Secretary
[email protected]
June 7, 8, & 9th. ~ 2013 All-Star Weekend at The Museum ! ! !
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friends,
This upcoming weekend is THE 2013 STELLAR WEEKEND for our
Appalachian Trail Museum ! ~ three days of SPECIAL activities !
Beginning with Friday, June 7th. evening's AT Hall of Fame Banquet,
with its' 6 PM Reception, followed by the 7 PM Banquet, the weekend
gets off to an ALL-STAR GALA !
~ see the first attachment for more details
(NOTE: TICKETS ~ inquire at Banquet email: [email protected] )
Everything happens at The Museum in Pine Grove Furnace State Park
on Saturday, June 8th., with activities described in the second attachment.
The Museum Hours of Operation are 9 AM to 4 PM. Meet and greet the
AT Hall of Fame inductees, see the construction activities and the progress
made to open more exhibit space, plus view all the NEW AT EXHIBITS ! ! !
Sunday, June 9th., The Museum will be open to all to view the new exhibits.
Plus there will be the Sunday program, held at The Museum at 2 PM.
All Sunday Programs are open and free to the public. This Sunday afternoon is:
"A Reunion of 'The Mountain Comets' "
Over many years, as Jay and Katey Sexton, Museum Treasurer and his wife,
lead youths on backpacking trips, these youths adopted the name,
"Mountain Comets". Today, they join with their leaders to reminisce about
their hiking experiences and how their shared joys and hardships came
to affect their adult lives.
Myself and many other AT Museum Society board members hope to see you
at any or all of this coming weekend's activities and have the opportunity to
meet and talk with you, our AT Museum Friends.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
AT Museum Membership Secretary
515 Pennsylvania Avenue, # 1403
Savannah, GA 31404
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
AT Museum Friens: I've been in transit and offline since Wednesday, but arrived up here in Boiling Springs Thursday for The Museum's ALL-STAR GALA WEEKEND! ! ! I hope to see many of you while here. ~ Best, Robert "R W"Originally Posted by Red Wolf
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friends,
This upcoming weekend is THE 2013 STELLAR WEEKEND for our
Appalachian Trail Museum ! ~ three days of SPECIAL activities !
Beginning with Friday, June 7th. evening's AT Hall of Fame Banquet,
with its' 6 PM Reception, followed by the 7 PM Banquet, the weekend
gets off to an ALL-STAR GALA !
AT Museum Manager ~ Position Open
AT MUSEUM MANAGER NEEDED FOR 2014 SEASON
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Society Friends,
The following information and announcement, with the attachments,
was recently sent to me to send out "FAR & WIDE" as we begin the
search for a 2014 AT Museum Manager:
"We need to begin the search for our new Museum Manager
to replace Howard at the end of the season. We have approached
many of the docents and many of the other local volunteers and
have not yet found someone willing and qualified to take on the job.
The job requires a lot of work, has significant responsibility and little
monetary compensation. What it does provide is the chance to direct
a great group of volunteers, the opportunity to mold an institution in its
early years, and to be an integral part of the Trail community. Our two
managers have set a great standard of performance and it is our hope
to keep that up.
Interested candidates for this position are encouraged to apply for the position
~ submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] .
For additional information, contact:
A. T. Museum Society President Larry Luxenberg at 845-708-5306
or Gwen Loose at info@yorkcountrytrails"
Your consideration and help are appreciated.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "Red Wolf o'da Smoky's" Croyle
AT Museum Society Membership Secretary
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
AT MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
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AT Hall of Fame Banquet ( a review) and other AT Museum activities
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friend,
The AT Hall of Fame Banquet was, once again, a big success !
~ To view the actual Banquet Program, see the first attachment.
During a reception in the banquet hall of Allenberry Resort,
Randy "Windtalker" Motz entertained the crowd with his unique blend
of Native American flute and percussion coordinated with an AT slide show.
After dinner, the five Hall of Fame inductees for 2013 were honored.
One surprise was the presentation of a check to the A.T. Museum
in honor of the "Class of 1983 Hiker Reunion" (additional donations
the next day yielded a total of more than $4,000) !
~ For more AT Hall of Fame Banquet details, see the second attachment.
As the 2013 season continues in the busy summer months, we continue
to need your help. Many A.T. Museum volunteer opportunities are
available ~ see the third attachment.
Our A.T. Museum Sunday afternoon programs continue all season long !
These Programs begin Sunday afternoons at 2 P.M., held outdoors, and
are FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Donations are appreciated.
~ For the Sunday Programs Schedule see the forth attachment.
BECOME A MEMBER ~ RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP ~ MAKE A DONATION !
Your financial support helps us in our mission to preserve our AT history,
our A.T. Museum's operations, and our Museum's planned expansion.
The A.T. Museum is an independent, non-profit organization.
It is not affiliated with other trail or government organizations.
The A.T. Museum will not sell or share any personal information .
NOTE: All donations of $20 or more receive a one-year A.T. Museum membership,
a membership card, and an I.R.S. acknowledgement receipt.
~ For a printable MEMBER / DONOR FORM see the fifth attachment.
~ For electronic donation, go to www.atmuseum.org , click on the "Support" tab and
then the "Donate" button for our PayPal link.
The A.T. Museum "HOURS of OPERATION" during the 2013 season:
• From now to Sunday July 7 - 9:00 AM to 4:00 pm every day
• Monday, July 8, to Sunday, August 4 - noon to 4:00 pm every day
• August 5 to November 3 - noon to 4:00 pm Wednesday thru Sunday
• Labor Day – Monday, September 2 - noon to 4 p.m.
• Columbus Day, Monday, October, 14 - noon to 4 p.m.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A.T. Museum Membership Secretary
515 Pennsylvania Avenue, # 1403
Savannah, GA 31404
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
Last edited by Red Wolf; 06-27-2013 at 12:52. Reason: needed to change some content
Today's News Release ~ Record-Setting Long-Distance Hiker
Dear A. T. Museum Friends,
See the attachment for the complete, July 1st. news release ( it is going to all
hiking clubs and the national media today).
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert"Red Wolf o'da Smoky's" Croyle
A.T. Museum Membership Secretary
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT DONATION email: [email protected]
MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
A short hike and two presentations this weekend
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friend,
This weekend there are two special presentations at Pine Grove Furnace State Park
~ one at the A. T. Museum Friday, July 12 at 7 p.m. with a short hike at 4 p.m. ( see the
first attachment).
~ & one at the amphitheater adjacent to the campground Saturday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m.
to celebrate the 100th. Anniversary of Pine Grove Furnace State Park ! ( see the
second attachment).
The A.T. Museum "HOURS of OPERATION" during the 2013 season:
• Monday, July 8, to Sunday, August 4 - noon to 4:00 pm every day
• August 5 to November 3 - noon to 4:00 pm Wednesday thru Sunday
• Labor Day – Monday, September 2 - noon to 4 p.m.
• Columbus Day, Monday, October, 14 - noon to 4 p.m.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A.T. Museum Membership Secretary
515 Pennsylvania Avenue, # 1403
Savannah, GA 31404
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
While it's great to see "special presentations" and events concerning the Museum/Pine Grove Park area being shared, and it's wonderful to see info about these events listed here on WB, I think you'd probably get better turnout at such events if you listed them here more than three days before the event in question. When a Friday event is not posted until the preceding Tuesday, it's kinda hard for folks who made other plans for the weekend,or who perhaps have to work, to attend. If you want more people to actually attend these events, I suggest that you provide better prior notification about them.
Actually, it was posted July 1st. or 11 days prior to the scheduled July 12th. presentation. (see post #391).
Last edited by Red Wolf; 07-11-2013 at 13:13.
Up-coming programs for the 100th. Anniversary of Pine Grove Furnace State Park
100th Anniversary Celebration Pine Grove Furnace State Park
2013 Schedule of Events Sponsored by Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau
__________________________________________________ _______________________
2013 marks 100 years since the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania took ownership of the former iron industry
lands that later became the State Park and most of the northern half of the Michaux State Forest.
Please join us in marking this anniversary at the following special events:
Saturday, August 10th
This event will feature little-known and personal stories relating to Pine Grove Furnace. Local resident
Andre Weltman will give mini-presentations on such topics as forgotten uses of the park in the 1920s;
Laurel Lake dam failures; and occupational injury or death during the 18th-19th century iron industry
(is the famous Hairy Hand of Fuller Lake based on a real event? Mostly “no,” but....... Also, members
of the public especially including local cabin owners are invited to share their own stories of Pine Grove,
including family history and memorabilia during this “open mike” local history event.
Pine Grove Furnace Super Hike
Saturday, September 14th
Pine Grove Furnace State Park has been a free place for people of all ages to enjoy the outdoors
for 100 years.Celebrate by hiking all the trails in the park in one day. The event will be held in two sessions
with each session hiking half of the trails in the park. Hikers can participate in only one session or, to hike
all the miles in the park, hikers can participate in both.
Fall Furnace Fest
Saturday, October 26th and Sunday October 27th
The 5th annual Fall Furnace Fest will feature craft and food vendors, historic demonstrations,
nature crafts, pumpkin carving, old-fashioned apple cider making, broom-making demonstrations,
hayrides and live music. Saturday evening will feature the popular tradition at Fuller Lake,
the Legend of the Hairy Hand. In recognition of the 100th Anniversary celebration, the Fest for 2013
will be themed on the history and future of the area as it has been transformed from industry to recreation.
* * * * * * * * * * *
The A.T. Museum "HOURS of OPERATION" during the 2013 season:
• Monday, July 8, to Sunday, August 4 - noon to 4:00 pm every day
• August 5 to November 3 - noon to 4:00 pm Wednesday thru Sunday
• Labor Day – Monday, September 2 - noon to 4 p.m.
• Columbus Day, Monday, October, 14 - noon to 4 p.m.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A.T. Museum Membership Secretary
515 Pennsylvania Avenue, # 1403
Savannah, GA 31404
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
Museum to publish new AT novel !
~ ~ ~ (PHOTO NEEDED)
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friend,
The attachment contains the details of a new AT novel to be published
by the A. T. Museum.
The two upcoming Sunday Programs at the Museum (begin at 2 p.m.) are as follows:
JULY 21: Pine Grove Furnace Transformations in Industry and Recreation: 1877-1913
- Local historian Andre' Weltman focuses on the decline of the charcoal iron industry and the rise
of recreation at Pine Grove Furnace. You will be introduced to local iron industrialists Jay Cooke,
Jackson Fuller, and engineer John Birkinbine. Weltman has lived near the park since 1997 and
is vice-chair of the Friends of Pine Grove Furnace State Park.
JULY 28: The Gentle Art of Wandering for All Ages
- Author David Ryan discusses the art of wandering: being present and connected while outdoors
and making amazing discoveries when you are out in nature. You will learn that you can wander anywhere --- on the trail, in the backcountry, or while in town. Davud Ryan is an AT 2000-miler,
an archaeology volunteer for the Bureau of Land Management in New Mexico, and author of
two books, The Gentle Art of Wandering and Long Distance Hiking on the Appalachian Trail for
the Older Adventurer
The A.T. Museum "HOURS of OPERATION" during the 2013 season:
• Monday, July 8, to Sunday, August 4 - noon to 4:00 pm every day
• August 5 to November 3 - noon to 4:00 pm Wednesday thru Sunday
• Labor Day – Monday, September 2 - noon to 4 p.m.
• Columbus Day, Monday, October, 14 - noon to 4 p.m.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A.T. Museum Membership Secretary
515 Pennsylvania Avenue, # 1403
Savannah, GA 31404
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT email: [email protected]
MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
Last edited by Red Wolf; 07-16-2013 at 13:37.
New AT novel author's recent remarks and AT novel THRU: new flyer
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friends,
Richard "Peregrine" Judy recently wrote ~
"I traveled to Western Carolina University at Cullowhee this weekend to attend the ATC conference.
What a beautifully located campus! Spent time talking to the new ED of the conference and
my old buddy, Bob Almand the outgoing Board Chair. Congratulations for Bob for receiving the
coveted ATC Honorary Membership. Best part of the conference was talking to my publisher,
Larry Luxenberg, president of the AT Museum. We talked about the strategy of releasing THRU
as well as the long-term prospects of publishing a book solely for the benefit of a not-for-profit.
We are extremely enthusiastic about our prospects. We will have an e-book ready for you to read pretty soon."
In addition, he also posted this special flyer for THRU: ( ~ see the first attachment ).
The Gentle Art of Wandering for All Ages
~ A. T.Museum's Sunday Program this coming Sunday, July 28 - 2 p.m.
Author David Ryan discusses the art of wandering, being present and connected while outdoors, and making amazing discoveries when you are out in nature. You will learn that you can wander anywhere -- on the trail, in the backcountry, or while in town. David Ryan is a 2000-miler, an archaeology volunteer for the Bureau of Land Management in New Mexico, and author of The Gentle Art of Wandering and Long Distance Hiking on the Appalachian Trail for the Older Adventurer.
Your financial support helps us in our mission to preserve our AT history, to fund The Museum's daily operations, and to continue the planned expansion of our Museum's building. The A. T. Museum is an independent, non-profit organization. All donations of $20 or more receive a one-year Museum membership, an A. T. Museum membership card, and an I.R.S. acknowledgement receipt.
~ for a printable MEMBER / DONOR FORM see the second attachment
~ to donate onl;ine, go to www.atmuseum.org, click on the "Support" tab, and then the "Donate" button for our Pay Pal link.The A. T. Museum will not sell or share any personal information.
Appalachian Trail Museum "HOURS of OPERATION" during the 2013 SEASON :
-July 8 to Sunday, August 4 ~ noon to 4 p.m. every day
- August 5 to November 3 ~ noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday thru Sunday
- Labor Day, Monday, September 2 ~ noon to 4 p.m.
- Columbus Day, Monday, October 14 ~ noon to 4 p.m.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A. T. Museum Membership Secretary
515 Pennsylvania Avenue, APT 1403
Savannah, GA 31404
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT DONATION email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
Last edited by Red Wolf; 07-23-2013 at 13:14.
The Dingle Way and NEW Trail Book !
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friends.
Sunday Program, August 4 at 2 p.m. ~ Hiking the Dingle Way in Ireland
Join A. T. Museum volunteer Jim Foster as he describes his recent trip along
the Dingle Way, a world famous hiking trail in the southwestern corner of the
Republic of Ireland. The trek along the Dingle Peninsula features a wide variety
of landscapes and some of the very finest archaeological sites in Ireland.
All A. T. Museum Sunday Programs are free and open to the public.
Richard "Peregrine" Judy has written a novel, entitled THRU: An Appalachian Trail
Love Story about a group thru-hike of the AT. He is contributing proceeds from
the book as a fundraiser for the A. T. Museum. We will be publishing the book
in electronic form early this fall and will soon follow with a print version.
A flyer about the book is attached. ~ see 1st. attachment
Appalachian Trail Museum "HOURS of OPERATION" during the 2013 SEASON :
- July 8 to Sunday, August 4 ~ noon to 4 p.m. every day
- Monday, August 5 to November 3 ~ noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday thru Sunday
- Labor Day, Monday, September 2 ~ noon to 4 p.m.
- Columbus Day, Monday, October 14 ~ noon to 4 p.m.
Your financial support helps us in our mission to preserve our AT history, to fund
The Museum's daily operations, and to continue the planned expansion of our
Museum's building. The A. T. Museum is an independent, non-profit organization.
All donations of $20 or more receive a one-year Museum membership,
an A. T. Museum membership card, and an I.R.S. acknowledgement receipt.
~ for a printable MEMBER / DONOR FORM see the second attachment
~ to donate online, go to www.atmuseum.org, click on the "Support" tab,
and then the "Donate" button for our Pay Pal link.
The A. T. Museum will not sell or share any personal information.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A. T. Museum Membership Secretary
515 Pennsylvania Avenue, APT 1403
Savannah, GA 31404
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT DONATION email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
Last edited by Red Wolf; 07-29-2013 at 12:36.
Pine Grove Furnace State Park (the home of The Museum) also has a series of fine programs.
Dear Appalachian Trail Museum Friends.
Sunday Program, August 4 at 2 p.m. ~ Hiking the Dingle Way in Ireland
Join A. T. Museum volunteer Jim Foster as he describes his recent trip along
the Dingle Way, a world famous hiking trail in the southwestern corner of the
Republic of Ireland. The trek along the Dingle Peninsula features a wide variety
of landscapes and some of the very finest archaeological sites in Ireland.
All A. T. Museum Sunday Programs are free and open to the public.
Richard "Peregrine" Judy has written a novel, entitled THRU: An Appalachian Trail
Love Story about a group thru-hike of the AT. He is contributing proceeds from
the book as a fundraiser for the A. T. Museum. We will be publishing the book
in electronic form early this fall and will soon follow with a print version.
A flyer about the book is attached. ~ see 1st. attachment
Appalachian Trail Museum "HOURS of OPERATION" during the 2013 SEASON :
- July 8 to Sunday, August 4 ~ noon to 4 p.m. every day
- Monday, August 5 to November 3 ~ noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday thru Sunday
- Labor Day, Monday, September 2 ~ noon to 4 p.m.
- Columbus Day, Monday, October 14 ~ noon to 4 p.m.
Your financial support helps us in our mission to preserve our AT history, to fund
The Museum's daily operations, and to continue the planned expansion of our
Museum's building. The A. T. Museum is an independent, non-profit organization.
All donations of $20 or more receive a one-year Museum membership,
an A. T. Museum membership card, and an I.R.S. acknowledgement receipt.
~ for a printable MEMBER / DONOR FORM see the second attachment
~ to donate online, go to www.atmuseum.org, click on the "Support" tab,
and then the "Donate" button for our Pay Pal link.
The A. T. Museum will not sell or share any personal information.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A. T. Museum Membership Secretary
515 Pennsylvania Avenue, APT 1403
Savannah, GA 31404
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT DONATION email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
For the State Park's August Program Schedule see the attachment below.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert "RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A. T. MUSEUM MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
Excerpt from the Susquehanna A.T.Club "Newsletter" regarding Earl Shaffer & the SATC
APPALACHIAN TRAIL CONSERVANCY ~ Mid-Atlantic Region August Newsletter :
"On the Trail With... Susquehanna Appalachian Trail Club"
To view the article, see the attachment to this post.
HAPPY TRAILS !
Robert"RED WOLF o'da SMOKY'S" Croyle
A. T. Museum Memebership Secretary
MEMBERSHIP email: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER email: [email protected]
ARTIFACT DONATION email: [email protected]
THE MUSEUM website: www.atmuseum.org
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