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Otto Bookstore: Where the books are calling

Nestled in the heart of downtown Williamsport, PA in the I-80 Frontier landscape of the PA Wilds Region is the Otto Bookstore. Established in 1841 by Alexander M. Dean and named for his partner H.Y. Otto, the bookstore has been a cornerstone of literary culture.

Edge of the Woods Photography: Highlighting the beauty of the PA Wilds through photography and more

Bernadette Chiaramonte, the owner of Edge of the Woods Photography, is a multi-talented artist and Juried artisan of the Wilds Cooperative of Pennsylvania. Nestled in the serene Pine Creek Valley and PA Grand Canyon Landscape of the PA Wilds, Chiaramonte draws inspiration for her artwork from her surroundings. Her passion for art and nature can be seen throughout all her creative endeavors.

Clinton County Economic Partnership: Four organizations under one roof

Clinton County offers an invitation to explore trails, parks, forests and scenic waterways as well as a vibrant community full of local businesses. Located in the I-80 Frontier Landscape of the PA Wilds region and at the heart of Clinton County is the Clinton County Economic Partnership (CCEP). The CCEP is continuously working to help facilitate opportunities for adventures and economic development while also serving as the focal point for state funding.

PA Firefly Festival’s Glowing Success

The 2024 PA Firefly Festival (PAFF) impact statement has been released. Since 2012, PAFF has hosted 4,931 festival patrons at the annual Forest County festival. Demand remains strong, this past year over 2500 lottery applications were submitted for the one hundred sixty event tickets.

ArtWorks on the Summit: An artist run cooperative

ArtWorks on the Summit is an artist-run cooperative located in the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds Landscape of the PA Wilds region. Once you step into ArtWorks on the Summit you will immediately feel the inspiration from the surrounding forests.

Horner’s Pens: One-of-a-kind quality hand-turned pens

Ever wondered what it’s like to hold a tree in your hand? Rich Horner’s handcrafted pens, based in the I-80 Frontier landscape of the PA Wilds region, offer just that. Each pen tells a unique story, shaped by its history and craftsmanship.

Community Education Center for Elk & Cameron Counties: Promoting a vibrant and educationally diversified region

The Community Education Center for Elk and Cameron Counties has been dedicated to providing professional, academic and personal opportunities for lifelong learning since 1991.

Request for proposals: Website Hosting & Support Specialist

The PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship (PA Wilds Center) seeks proposals from firms with experience providing hosting and development support services for multiple integrated websites.

Pleasant Valley Farm: Hand-forged metal work and curated vintage items

Pleasant Valley Farm is a historic family owned farm located in the PA Wilds Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds Landscape. Dan and Emily Stevenson are the husband and wife creative makers continuing the farm’s traditions. Dan is an accomplished authentic blacksmith and Emily is a seamstress with a passion for history and agriculture. Together they raise a variety of heritage breed livestock and poultry as well as non-heritage animals.

WCO members connect at 2024 fall membership meeting at Mechanistic Brewing in Clarion

Members of the Wilds Cooperative of PA met at Mechanistic Brewing in Clarion on Wednesday, September 25 for the second of two Membership Meetings in 2024.