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Exploring Pine Grove Furnace State Park: Its History, Industry, and Natural Beauty with Andre Weltman
What hidden history lies beneath Pine Grove Furnace State Park’s trails and lakes? In this episode of The Wandering Pen Podcast, I sit down with Andre Weltman, local historian, and chair of the Friends of Pine Grove Furnace State Park, to uncover the park’s fascinating past and vibrant present.
Once a bustling iron-making site, this South Mountain treasure has become a valued destination for hikers, campers, anglers, aqua adventurers, and history enthusiasts. Andre provides insights into the park’s iron industry origins, its role as the Appalachian Trail midpoint, and the rich cultural heritage preserved within its museums and historic sites. We also discuss the vital work of the Friends of Pine Grove Furnace in maintaining and improving the park through facility upkeep, fundraising, volunteer efforts, and community events such as the Fall Furnace Fest.
Andre shares information on his living history presentations, where he dons period attire to bring the past to life! If you’re curious about Pennsylvania’s industrial heritage, the intersection of history and nature, or just looking for your next outdoor adventure, this episode is a valuable source of information and enlightenment for you.
📍 Pine Grove Furnace State Park Contact Info: 🌐 Friends of Pine Grove Furnace 📧 Email: pinegrovefriends@gmail.com 📍 Visit the park office for more details!
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