Because of SNOWMAGEDDON (ok, that might be a bit overblown), Kelly Duppstadt and Regina Coughenour joined me via Zoom to talk about this year's Somerset Fire and Ice Festival (happening this weekend!!!) and the mission of Somerset Inc. For more info, check out:

https://somersetinc.org/fireandice

What is a Community foundation? You see the CFA logo around town and as sponsors at various events, but do you know what they actually do? Mike Kane joined me to talk about community foundations and the impact they have on our region. You can find them at:

https://www.cfalleghenies.org/

Happy New Year! I loved going to Prince Gallitzin as a kid. Now, as an adult, I regularly find myself travelling out there for work. I had an amazing convo with Jess Lavelua, the Park Manager about all of the things they offer at the park! Check them out here:

https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/recreation/where-to-go/state-parks/find-a-park/prince-gallitzin-state-park.html

New bed music, who dis? I figured mixing things up would be apropos for this episode. I was joined by local author and fellow lover of all things metal, Josh Putnam. We dove into the stories that inspired his book as well as random metal story exchanging. The book will be available on Amazon soon!

We also want to thank our sponsor, ReMax Team Realtors! Find the perfect place to live at:

https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/run-faster

Harry has owned and operated Ski Den Sports since the 70's. He joined me to alk about how the industry has changed since opening the shop and where he sees outdoor rec going in the Johhstown Region. Check them out at:

https://www.skidensports.com

https://www.facebook.com/SkiDenSports

I was joined by my friends Leah Spangler and Ed Dreikorn. The pair spend (what seems like) the majority of their free time finding adventure both ourside the region as well as inside of it. They talked about some of their favorite destinations for hiking and good beer! If you're looking for unique destinations, this is the episode for you!

I have been looking forward to this episode for a while now! Kayla Adams and Brian Weimer spent six months hiking the length of the Pacific Crest Trail. They talk about the dynamics and challenges of the hike and post-hike has been like!

The Mountain Laurel Chapter of Trout Unlimited is a volunteer cold water preservation and enhancement group. They partner with other non-profits to clean up the area's waterways. They also have a number of community outreach programs that provide education on their programs. President, Dave Maher sat down with me and we talked all things trout! Check them out and get involved at:

https://www.mltu.org/

Wow, 50 episodes, and Nick and Jenny were the perfect guests for a milestone episode like this. They host the Small Town Johnstown podcast and are bring fresh voices to the awesome things happening around the City. Check them out:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558000808655

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvGN1es60Ciib2_cH0FR_1A

Len Lichvar has been instrumental in the efforts to clean up our rivers. He joined me today to talk about what a Conservation District is, what they do, and what still needs to be done. For more information check out:

https://somersetcd.com/