Welcome to the PA Wilds Free Tourism Business Classifieds. The idea behind this site is to pool resources to keep costs low for small businesses and to help promote networking and economic growth in the Pennsylvania Wilds region.
Here’s how it works: Post your ad here for free and we’ll market it to groups that might be interested in doing business in the Pennsylvania Wilds. These include: residents and other businesses in the PA Wilds; outdoor groups; universities that have small business or outdoor recreation degree programs; urban dwellers who might be looking for a change of pace (i.e. want to move to the countryside and buy/start a small business); and seasonal, reliable, traveling workers (Workampers and similar programs).
So add your ad today – there’s no charge. All listings must directly relate to tourism development in the PA Wilds region. To add or delete a listing, fill out the form below. Do not send attachments. Listings are updated every Tuesday. Submissions are edited for length and clarity
NOTE: Classifieds posted here should not be considered endorsements by the ombudsman or other PA Wilds partners. All efforts are made to ensure ads are legitimate but readers should beware of scams.
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WANTED
CABINS, CAMPS or COTTAGES: We are looking for cabins, camps or cottages with a rustic or unique setting and flavor. Fixer-Uppers are ok as are older structures. Email us with the details: valueit@localnet.com
LAND & BUILDING: A company that runs private schools for gifted children is looking for property to develop into a small, private boarding school. To read about their unique needs and learn how to submit a proposal, visit: http://www.goldentree.org/home.php
CANOES & KAYAKS: Expanding livery is looking to purchase discounted canoes, kayaks, lifejackets and other equipment from other liveries that might be downsizing or going out of business. Equipment must be in good condition. Email details to info@alleghenyoutfitters.com.
FOR SALE
COUNTRY STORE AT COOK FOREST: Country Store located close to Cook Forest State Park and Clear Creek State Park. Property has two buildings and 5 acres of land. One Building is 1,680 square feet and is finished in tongue and grove cedar plus it has a beautiful 12' x 40' front porch. This building is currently a general store, which includes a retail food license and is a lottery agent. The second building is 3200 square feet with sleeping quarters, garage space and warehouse space and could be finished into several more storefronts or endless other possibilities. The property is adjacent to a popular campground and is in a high traffic area near a popular tourist area and is on a main highway. The store has water and septic as well as a large parking area. The stores shelving and display cabinets are included. The property has endless possibilities such as a Pizza Shop, Flea Market, Truck Stop, Coffee Shop. Interested buyers please contact campbellscountrystore@windstream.net for more information.
BAR/RESTAURANT: Land mark bar and restaurant for sale. Located in the Cook Forest area and just 1 mile from Clarion river. Turn key operation includes liquor license and 2 Bedroom 2 full bath apartment. 1 acre of ground. $175,000. Call 814-752-2486 for appt.
FOREST LODGE & CAMPGROUND: Successful, family-oriented motel, campground and general store for sale. We are located six miles north of Marienville, Pa. in the heart of the Allegheny National Forest. We are the only business with direct access to the forest’s renowned Marienville ATV trail and one of very few places with snowmobile trail access. Our year-round business has been here for more than a decade and has a solid base of regular customers, who include ATV and snowmobile riders, bird watchers, hikers, fishing, national bird dog trials, cyclists, hunters – people from all backgrounds who come to enjoy the National Forest. Our property comes with a 12-room motel, a campground, general store, 13 acres and two on-site apartments for the owners/keepers to live in. Property is in excellent condition and business has a good reputation in the community and among its customers. (We were recently named a ‘Must-See’ destination in ATV Magazine). Last two years have been the best on record and we see several expansion possibilities. We are looking to retire (partly for health reasons) and hope to find a buyer that cares about the business as much as we do. Asking $479,000. To see photos of the property visit us online at http://www.theforestlodge.net/. Serious inquiries can contact the owners at 814-927-8790 or by email at forestlodge@csonline.net.
LAND FOR LEASE: Vacant land parcel for lease at intersection of Routes 44 and 220, the southern gateway to the Pine Creek Valley. For more information call KW Kipp at 570-538-1932 or email kwkipp@ptd.net.
COUNTRY GIFT SHOPPE & CAFE: Sweet Sensations Gift Shoppe is a great country shopping experience in Elk County. Our store was built in the 1800s and most of the inside is original wood. Candles, candy and coffees are made on site. We’re located at 206 Depot Street Saint Marys, PA 15857, in the heart of the PA Wilds. Elk viewing tours will be leaving from our area in the near future. Interested buyers can email informationjcastina@zitomedia.net for more information.
WOLFE’S GENERAL STORE & ORVIS TACKLE SHOP: This bustling business is located along the popular Pine Creek Rail Trail, in the Pine Creek Valley, close to pristine fishing locations and not far from the PA Grand Canyon. A licensed Orvis dealer, the business has a beautiful rustic tackle shop and also features a gift shop, gas station, small grocery store, post office, deli counter, and the possibility of a bike rental business from its walk-out basement. Located in a small, friendly town. The 4,500-square foot retail store comes with a modern, two-bedroom apartment. $695,000 includes business and real estate. For more information or to see pictures, visit www.recreationalpropertiespennsylvania.com or contact Lisa Linn at Davis Real Estate at 570-660-0626 or lisa.a.linn@gmail.com.
JOBS
CANOE/KAYAK LIVERY: Love the outdoors? Busy canoe and kayak livery on the Allegheny River is accepting applications for summer 2010. Applicants must have excellent driving record, ability to lift 50 pounds and a willingness to learn about the river. Duties include helping customers plan river trips, answering phones, scheduling trips, loading canoes and shuttling customers to and from start and end points. Pay is $8 per hour – not much, we realize, but you’ll work with a great group of folks who appreciate you. Good fit for people who have summers off. Past staffers have included college students, teachers and retirees. Email resume or letter to indianwaters@zoominternet.net.
SERVICES FOR SALE
RESTAURANT: Darlene's Restaurant is like taking a step back in time where you can find home made baked goods from the oven. Fresh eggs for your breakfast and hand selected vegetables found at local farmers markets. For Eighty Five cents you can get a nice, hot, cup of coffee and a chance to talk with the locals. Supports The PA Wilds Artist and Artisan Trail Open Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m to 3 p.m. Closed Sunday for Worship. Darlene's Restaurant is located at 500 Erie Avenue in Renovo, PA Phone 570-923-1153.
TRACKS ACROSS THE SKY: A DOCUMENTARY ON THE KINZUA VIADUCT: A tornado takes aim at what was once the highest and longest railroad bridge in the world. See how the Kinzua Viaduct, a National Civil Engineering Landmark, survives the storm. $19.95-DVD or VHS. www.theforestpress.com.
THE GAMBLE FOR GLORY IN THE WORLDS FIRST BILLION DOLLAR OIL FIELD: Historical photographs, oilfield poetry and memories of oilfield workers offer a look at the remarkable Bradford Oilfield in the Pennsylvania Wilds region that in 1881 supplied 77 percent of the worlds oil and where oil is still harvested today. Softcover. Price: $18.95. www.theforestpress.com.
PA WILDS CALENDARS: The creator of the Wild Eye in the Woods newsletter now has Wild Eye calendars for sale representing the PA Wilds and Quehanna Wild area. Calendars cost $10; shipping is $4.95. The calendars can be purchased by emailing naturlvr@peoplepc.com or stopping at one of the following locations in Karthaus: Benton’s Store, Betsy’s Place, The Karthaus Gas Station or L.C. Jordans in Frenchville.
ARTISAN PRODUCTS: Wild Wings Art Studio is just a few short miles north of Hyner lookout in a beautiful and tranquil town known as North Bend. Here at the Studio we create one-of-a-kind handmade/carved and Pyrographed works of art for your home or business. We are located at 112 Strawberry Alley, North Bend PA 17760 near the cross roads of PA Wilds. For more information or to see pictures, visit us on facebook at
http://profile.to/wildwingsartstudio or contact Roland & Robin Davenport at 570-923-0798 or Rldavenport1@aol.com.
WOOD PRODUCTS: Shop for handcrafted wood products, custom laser engraving on wood, glass, leather, gun stock engraving and hand painted items. Visit www.elkwoodarts.com.
Canyon Vista Motorcycle Tours offers complete customized tour packages for groups of 8 or more riders.
Packages include: guided tour with colorful historical commentary, lodging, meals, and special attractions.
Great for reunions, fund raising, promotion for your business, or just plain fun. www.CanyonVistaMotorcycleTours.com.
Free copyrighted stock photos for your website. Must include photographer's credit and copyright notice. Limited time, promotional offer only. Exclusive photos of Pennsylvania Wilds. Contact lareau103002@yahoo.com to obtain permission first.
DAVE'S PRO SHOP: Your One Stop Sports Shop with sooo much more . . . Screen Printing, Embroidery, Trophies & Awards, Pool Tables (sold & serviced), sneakers, sports equipment. Visit us on the web www.davesproshop.com.
BRANDING PACKAGES TO HELP YOU SUCCEED. We offer the expertise and quality of a high end advertising agency, at special RATES YOU CAN AFFORD, no matter how big or small your business is.
Logos, business cards, forms, signage, brochures, catalogs, ads, web design.
Call Ines or Tony Nelson at 814-688-9336 www.nelsoncreativeservices.com
WOODWORKING IN THE WILDS: Zucal's Forest Products is a small family owned and operated business offering multiple services and products pertaining to the wood industry. Located in the heart of the PA Wilds, the local asset of Wild Black Cherry lumber is prized and promoted. Construction and design of outdoor furniture is a specialty, but custom woodworking is also widely available. For more information visit zucalsforestproducts.com or contact us by phone at 814-486-0644.
WEST BRANCH SUSQUEHANNA MAP & GUIDE BOOK: This water resistant guide includes safety and route information, along with maps showing historic rafting points, natural resources and recreational opportunities. A great resource for area guides; outdoor recreation stores in the region may also want to carry it. The guidebook can be purchased online from the Lumber Heritage Region at www.lumberheritage.org.
ALLEGHENY RIVER PADDLING GUIDE: The Allegheny River, one of America’s Wild & Scenic Rivers, is a premier flat-water paddling destination in the Pennsylvania Wilds. The Allegheny River Paddling Guide covers the first 45 miles of the river, from Kinzua Dam to Tionesta, noting where paddlers can stop for food, supplies, camping, hiking and more. Book is entirely waterproof. Now in its second printing, it is a great resource for guides and a good seller at outdoor stores. To learn more visit www.alleghenyoutfitters.com.
BUSINESS COACHING SERVICES: Need help finding an ideal business to start in PA Wilds? Or do you already have a business, and need some help growing your profits or creating a strategic plan? Work with a coach to build awareness of the possibilities for your business, and accountability to achieve peak performance. Call Dawn Brown at 570-748-2208 and mention this ad for a complimentary coaching session.
PHOTOGRAPHY & PA WILDS/QUEHANNA WILD AREA NEWSLETTER Wildlife photographer will take photos for websites, brochures and advertising -- specializing in poster-size photos. Also, we have advertising space available for your business at low yearly rates in our newsletter, Wild Eye in the Woods. Please call Beth Lerew at 814-263-7307 or email her at naturelvr@peoplepc.com to arrange for a copy of the newsletter and/or photos.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Professional photographer specializing in the PA Wilds region can assist tourism businesses with high quality photos for websites, brochures or other promotional or decorative materials. Have done work for DCNR, Potter County Visitors Association, National Geographic Adventurer and Outside magazines, and others. See photo samples online at www.pbase.com/cwphoto or contact Curt Weinhold at 814-274-9858 or cwphoto@zitomedia.net.
SIGNAGE: One of the things the PA Wilds Design Guide recommends to property owners in the region is to incorporate wood and timber as a strong visual theme. If your business is considering new signage or other projects in the wood medium, please consider Elkwood Arts. We are a licensed vocational facility providing sheltered employment and training to disabled adults, producing quality, hand made products made entirely from hardwoods grown and harvested in the Pennsylvania Wilds and donated by area lumber mills. We are located in Elk County, and have worked on projects ranging from wooden nametags for the PA Wilds team to custom made ammo boxes to Geocoin Plaques to furniture. We are also part of the PA Wilds Artisan Trail. Our products can be made to be used indoors or outdoors. Find us online at www.elkwoodarts.com or stop by our showroom at 324 Allenhurst Ave. in Ridgway (814-776-2174).
WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT: The creator of the PA Wilds Resource Center website and other tourism sites in the PA Wilds region would like to bid on your web project. Email Piper at info@alleghenyoutfitters.com to discuss your plans and get a quote or to learn more about results my sites have gotten.
WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT: Websites are a critical piece of infrastructure for small tourism businesses in the PA Wilds. If you’re looking to launch or redesign your business website, please consider DigitalWires. We are a full-service web design, hosting, and marketing company located in St. Marys in Elk County. We specialize in helping small to medium-sized businesses and organizations develop Internet strategies to enhance their current marketing efforts. We are a member of eBizITPA and are listed as a Service Provider on their website. We have developed many websites from the ground up and have also taken existing sites, refined their look, improved their navigation and dramatically increased their visibility on the major search engines (Google, Yahoo, MSN). For a more information on our services and capabilities, or to see our portfolio, please visit us online at www.digitalwires.net or contact Mike Brock at mike@digitalwires.net or 814-594-9980.
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