ATTRACTIONS & TOURISM
HISTORY: “Situated next to the scenic Redbank Creek, these 30 coke ovens once played a key role in the area's coal industry. Originally built in the mid 19th century, these ovens operated in 12 hour shifts turning coal into coke well into the 1890s. During the height of the Great Depression, these ovens found a new purpose when they acted as shelter for traveling Americans down on their luck, better known at the time as "hobos". The remains of these ovens act as a reminder of the grueling labor that many endured and accepted as part of everyday life.” RedbankValley.org/RVHRP
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Aaaghh! More rain is predicted for Saturday with a flood watch in effect from early Saturday through late Saturday night. Widespread rainfall of 1 to 2 inches and 3-4 in some places is predicted. Calling all volunteers to check drains and everyone to report any problems or downed trees.
The tree near Patton Station downstream of Heathville and the one at mile 11 have been cleared. Thank you hard working volunteers! We have more down with storms predicted this afternoon. Please report any downed trees with a location, description of whether it blocks the whole trail, type of tree and a photo if possible. The information helps our volunteers bring the right equipment and know what to expect. Thanks for your patience and support.
The wind has been playing havoc with trees along the trail. Our volunteers our working hard to clear the trail. Thankfully, the weather is cooler for them to work. We have trees down about 4 miles downstream of Heathville near Patton Station and near mile 11. The ones between 18 and 19 have been cleared enough to allow passage. Please report any downed trees with a photo and location is possible. Thanks!
We had a few trees down between 18 and 19 but the trail is now open thanks to a dedicated volunteer working in this heat. The rest will be removed when it's cooler.
Please report any trees down or problems with a photo and location if possible. Thanks!
Cook Forest Conservancy visited with us last September for a program on how to treat the invasive knotweed that exists in many places near Redbank Creek. SR 28 and the Redbank Valley Trails. You may see it springing up in your yards and gardens and taking over. They have produced an informative and detailed video on how to treat Japanese Knotweed. There is hope, but as the star of the show said, don't let its tenacity outlast your persistence.
The sprouts are edible. When they have purple on them, small chutes.
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Explore attractions & tourism in the New Bethlehem area and Redbank Valley community, including the New Bethlehem Town Center (visitors center, art gallery, history museum, etc.), Redbank Valley Trail, Redbank Valley Creek, Redbank Valley Municipal Park and more! The Redbank Valley is a great place to enjoy hunting, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, camping etc. See ‘Attractions links‘ on this page.
Redbank Valley Trails Association
301 Broad Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.3421
E: [email protected]
W: www.RedbankValleyTrails.org
Redbank Valley Municipal Park
137 Park Roud
Fairmount City, PA 16224
P: 814.365.5924
E: [email protected]
W: www.RedbankPark.com
Gumtown Memorial Park
Water Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.229.7285
Paul’s Pumpkin Patch
175 Marks Ln.
Fairmount City, PA 16224
P: 814.365.5161
Redbank Valley Outfitters
123 Camp Road
Adrian, PA 16210
P: 814.229.3621
W: www.RedbankValleyOutfitters.com
Multipurpose Court & Boat Launch
Water Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.2003
E: [email protected]
W: www.NewBethlehemBoro.com
Brick House Bed & Breakfast
595 Oak Ridge Rd.
Oak Ridge, PA 16245
P: 814.227.3567
E: [email protected]
W: www.BrickhouseBandB.com
Hunters Moon Lodge Bed & Breakfast
4365 Climax Rd.
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.3153
E: [email protected]
W: www.HuntersMoonLodgeBandB.com