2019 Get on the Trail
Business Plan Contest
Do you have an idea for a business to better attract and accommodate trail users in the Oil Region National Heritage Area?
Do you want to make improvements to your current business in the Oil Region that serves trail users?
Bikers on Allegheny River Trail, courtesy Michael Henderson
This contest rewards new and expanding businesses that submit solid business plans to provide vital goods and services to users of the bicycle, mountain bike, hiking, water, ski, ATV, equestrian and/or any other type of trail or outdoor recreation.
The Oil Region in Western Pennsylvania is comprised of all of Venango County and Hydetown, Oil Creek Township, and Titusville in Crawford County. Also included in the contest area are Foxburg (Clarion County) and Parker (Armstrong County) to the south.
Information about the next contest is coming soon.
Map of Contest Area
Contest Details
Kick-Off
February 26, 2019
TrAils to Ales Brewery (1270 Liberty St., Franklin, PA 16323)
6:30 p.m.
Missed it? View the video here.
Concept Paper Deadline
April 4, 2019 4:30 p.m.
Semi-Finalists Selected & Announced
April 2019
Business Plans Deadline
July 24, 2019 4:30 p.m.
Learn more about Business Plans here.
Presentations
September 10, 2019
Finalists Selected
October 1, 2019
Winners Announced
12:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 12 in the Oil City Town Square during O.C.toberfest
Kayaker on Allegheny River Water Trail, courtesy Kim Harris
Grab Trails bikers, courtesy Jerry Sowden
CASH PRIZES
2019 Get on the Trail Contest Winners
Support for this project provided by County of Venango Act 13 funds
have an idea, but need some help?
Look no further!
STumped?
Check out some winning ideas from years past!