by Wanda Shirk, President, KTA Board of Directors
The beloved 85-mile Potter Country loop known as the Susquehannock Trail System (STS) is a "must-do" for any serious Pennsylvania hiker. The logistics will all be handled for hikers on 2015's STS Spring Slackpack, from Friday, April 24, to Friday, May 1.
The seven days on the trail will involve moderate challenge and distances averaging twelve miles a day. Highlights range from the notorious "Spook Hollow" to the beautiful Hammersley Pool, which has been featured in Backpacker magazine.
The week will kick-off with dinner at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 26, at the home of Wanda Shirk, president both of KTA and of the Susquehannock Trail Club. Hikers will get a satisfying breakfast and trail lunch each day, and showers, dinner, and plenty of time to relax in the evenings.
Cost of the slackpack is $525 for the week. To register, contact Wanda at wshirk@pennswoods.net or 814-848-7944.
Participation capacity is six hikers for the daily shuttles to trailheads.