Pennsylvania’s elk visitor center, herd featured on Discovery Channel’s ‘RV There Yet?’

From the Keystone Elk Country Alliance

Benezette, Pa. — The Elk Country Visitor Center and Pennsylvania’s widely renowned wild elk herd was featured in the season premiere of “RV There Yet?” which aired on Sunday, July 5, on the Discovery Channel.

Hosted by Patrice and Kevin McCabe, the Season 5 premiere episode took viewers on an memorable journey through the scenic landscapes of northwestern Pennsylvania.

Along the way, audiences experienced some of the region’s most iconic destinations, including the awe-inspiring Cathedral Forest National Natural Landmark, beautiful state parks, talented local artisans and one of Pennsylvania’s greatest wildlife success stories – the majestic Pennsylvania wild elk herd.

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The episode included a visit to the Elk Country Visitor Center in Benezette, where viewers discovered why the venue has become one of the commonwealth’s premier wildlife destinations.

Operated and managed by the Keystone Elk Country Alliance through a long-term lease with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Visitor Center welcomes hundreds of thousands of guests each year from across the United States and around the world.

“We were honored to have the Elk Country Visitor Center and Pennsylvania’s incredible wild elk herd showcased on a nationally televised program,” said Jeff Gauger, president and CEO of the alliance.

“This feature not only highlighted the beauty of the Pennsylvania Wilds but also shared the remarkable conservation success story of our elk herd and the importance of preserving this special place for future generations.”

The Elk Country Visitor Center serves as the gateway to Pennsylvania’s elk country, offering visitors immersive exhibits, a 4D story theater, conservation education programs, scenic trails, wildlife viewing opportunities, and educational experiences that connect people with the state’s largest free-ranging mammal.

Pennsylvania’s elk herd is recognized as one of the commonwealth’s greatest conservation success stories. Once eliminated from the state, the herd has flourished through decades of dedicated wildlife management, habitat conservation, and public support.

Today, Pennsylvania is home to the largest free-ranging elk herd in the northeastern United States, attracting nature enthusiasts, photographers and outdoor recreationists from across the country.

The Discovery Channel feature provided an opportunity to introduce millions of viewers to Pennsylvania’s elk country.

To learn more about the center, upcoming programs and events, or to plan your visit, visit www.ExperienceElkCountry.com.

To learn more about the “RV There Yet?” TV series, visit www.rvthereyettv.com