This afternoon hike is a celebration of springtime in the forest, held in loving memory of Foundation for Sustainable Forests co-founder Lynn Firth.

This year, we will open up Bo’s Woods in Spring Creek Township, Warren County, for the afternoon, giving you the opportunity to explore this unique site through a guided walk. Bo’s Woods was donated to the Foundation in 2024 by Karen Schindler in memory of her late husband, Robert “Bo” Schindler.

This walk will traverse uneven and wet terrain, while keeping a relaxed pace. Waterproof footwear is recommended. A portajohn will be available on-site. Light refreshments will be provided.

RSVP appreciated. Call (814) 694-5830 or email [email protected] to RSVP.

Driving and Parking Directions:

We will access Bo’s Woods through a neighboring property at 1430 Oil Creek Rd., Spring Creek, PA 16436. When you arrive, please park in the loop driveway along the barn. FSF event signs will be placed at nearby intersections to help guide you to the event.

From the North / Corry, PA: Follow PA-426 South for 7.3 miles. Turn right onto Old Rt. 77 and travel 1.4 miles. Continue straight onto State Rt. 200 and travel 1 mile. Turn left onto Oil Creek Rd. and travel 1.5 miles to the destination.

From the West / Spartansburg, PA: Follow PA-77 East for 1.2 miles. Turn right onto Old Rt. 77 and travel 6.5 miles. Turn right onto Oil Creek Rd. and travel 1.5 miles to the destination.

From the South / Titusville, PA: Follow North Franklin St. north to its end. Turn right onto Brook St. and travel 0.6 miles. Continue straight onto Spring Creek Rd. and travel 11.1 miles. Spring Creek Rd. then becomes Oil Creek Rd. at the intersection with Mageetown Rd. Continue straight on Oil Creek Rd. and travel 4.6 miles to the destination.

From the East / Pittsfield, PA: Follow PA-426 N for 6.4 miles. Turn left onto Old Rt. 77 and travel 1.4 miles. Continue straight onto State Rt. 200 and travel 1 mile. Turn left onto Oil Creek Rd. and travel 1.5 miles to the destination.

If you are not able to make it, we are happy to offer an alternative: a virtual walk through the Trolley Line Trail at the Erie National Wildlife Refuge! This StoryMap, published in 2020, features a series of videos to guide you through the flora of a one-mile section of the Trail near Cambridge Springs, PA. You can also use it to brush up on your spring wildflower identification skills!