Two new blogs for local hikers: TrailVistas.com & Hiking Around Midstate PA

Two great new blogs for hiking enthusiasts have started up in the greater capital region, one from a Duncannon Appalachian Trail Community Committee member!  

Trail Vistas comes from DATC's Sean O'Shell described as the best place to find scenic vistas with trail information from local hikers.  The photos are breathtaking and maps/hike descriptions are very thorough - for the next time you're sitting around on a beautiful afternoon thinking about trying a new hike!  Many hikes in the Duncannon and South Mountain area on or near the A.T. are featured including Hawk Rock, Table Rock, Sunset Rocks, White Rocks... notice the theme?  Sean is encouraging feedback on the new site so please leave comments.

From Cumberland Valley Appalachian Trail Club President, Jim Foster, comes Hiking Around Midstate PA & Beyond, a community blog hosted on WITF.org.  Hiking Around Midstate brings information about hiking trails, environmental issues, recreational funding challenges and trail maintenance in Central Pennsylvania.  Recent announcements include Appalachian Trail Museums 2012 Summer Programming and the dedication of the new Trindle Rd Appalachian Trail Parking Lot, a project CVATC completed in partnership with Middlesex Township with funding from Mountain Club of Maryland's Miles Fund Grant and the South Mountain Partnership.