Shout-out and kudos to board member Eric Madden, recipient of the WTS (Women's Transportation Seminar) Central PA Honorable Ray LaHood Award for his work for advancement of women and minorities in the transportation field. Named for President Obama's Transportation Secretary, the Ray LaHood Award has been given each year since 2015 to:

• A man who has led by example, seeks out opportunities to advance and advocate for women in his own organization, and actively ensures that women are able to compete for key positions of authority within that organization.
• A man has directly contributed toward the advancement of women and minorities through programs or opportunities in the transportation field.
• A man who has made an outstanding contribution to the transportation industry.

Eric is Vice President and Deputy Chief Marketing Officer with Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson and has been a vital member of our board since 2020. Coming on board as he did just before the pandemic, we know firsthand just how thoroughly he engages in the positions to which he commits - come what may! 

Congratulations, Eric!

Speaking of the POC, one of the projects completed by the American Sign Language (ASL) crew last summer was another firewood shed on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. This "Taj Garage" of firewood storage buildings - designed by the fantastic maintenance crew at the Laurel Hill State Park Complex - is just one of the sheds being placed at each of the seven shelter areas along the LHHT. Again, your support and private philanthropy made the purchases possible; kudos to the hard-working staff and POC for getting them up and stocked.

A TEAM STILL NEEDED! If you are a cornhole player and would like to carry the PPFF flag in the Capital City Cornhole Classic on March 25th at Appalachian Brewing Company, please get in touch with Marci by email or phone the office at 717-236-7644 as soon as possible. You'll receive free admission, two free drinks, food, and fun.

If you were to take advantage of this fantastic offer and get your copy of the fabulous Pennsylvania State Parks and Forests Passport soon you'll be just like other great folks like Tom and Miriam Millbrand and become a member of the exclusive "Seen 'Em All" club. 

Read more about their adventures in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette.