Keep It Wild FAQ's

So - what's happening exactly?    We'll meet in Ralston at the Fire Department. From there, volunteers will direct you on a 0.4 mile walk into the Loyalsock State Forest. We'll gather in the woods just off the road for music and speakers. After that, maps of noteworthy spots along Rock Run will be distributed. To avoid heavy traffic on the narrow road, attendees are strongly encouraged to carpool. RDA will facilitate movement from place to place so that our impact is minimized.    Who will be speaking?   Rev. Leah Schade, pastor of the United in Christ Church in Union County  Ralph Kisberg, RDA President Mark Szybist, RDA Board of Directors and attorney for Penn Future Jim Dunn, Armstrong Township Supervisor and member of the Lycoming County Planning Commission Kevin Heatley, RDA Restoration Ecologist Barb Jarmoska, RDA Board of Directors Morgan Myers, RDA Director of Communications and Outreach Rev. Daishin McCabe, Mount Equity Zendo    Do you have permission from the Fire Department? The DCNR? Yes, RDA has rented the Ralston Fire Department and our event has been confirmed with DCNR. They're expecting us.   Where should we park? There's limited parking at the Fire Hall. Once the lot fills, volunteers will direct you to available spaces nearby. The best way to ensure parking availability is to carpool.      Should I bring my wallet? The event is totally free. Organic cotton Keep It WILD t-shirts may be available for purchase by check or cash. Purchasing a t-shirt will help pay for the cost of running the campaign. Donations are also accepted.  Is the event handicap-accessible?    Unfortunately, no. Our wooded gathering place is not easily handicap-accessible, and RDA is unable to make accommodations given the terrain. We sincerely apologize. However, it may be possible to hear presentations from a car parked along the road. Can I bring my dog?  It's best to leave dogs at home or in the car (parked in shade) during the actual event. Will there be food? No. If you plan to hike afterward, you should pack water bottles and snacks. There's one small general store in Ralston.     What happens if it rains?  We'll hold the event in the Fire Hall instead of the woods.      Can I volunteer?   Yes! Please e-mail RDA to express your interest. We need all hands on deck for a smooth-flowing event.