Past Winners
2020: a Bite of History
Grand prize winner
Franklin, PA 16323
Owner: Valerie Perry
Winning Idea: Oil Region Food Tours developed "A Bite of History", a program which combines food, historical and architectural tours into one experience in the Franklin area.
A Bite of History, courtesy
2020: Allegheny river rentals
winner
Kennerdell, PA 16374
Owner: Devin Gold
Winning Idea: Allegheny River Rentals proposed including E-bikes (bicycles equipped with small motors, to aid in pedaling) to increase the accessibility and enjoyability of the trails.
Allegheny River Rentals, courtesy
2020: Trailasana yoga studio, llc
winner
211 Seneca Street
Oil City, PA 16301
Owner: Bobbie Jones
Winning Idea: Trailasana Yoga Studios suggested purchasing paddle boarding equipment to supplement their outdoor classes, encouraging their students to enjoy both athletic pursuits and the local waterways.
Trailasana, courtesy
2017: TrAils to ales brewery
Grand prize winner
1270 Liberty Street
Franklin, PA 16323
Owners: David Ballard, Berline Nerlich, Craig Smith, Jim Paulson, Logan Degroat, Jasen Fry
Winning Idea: TrAils to Ales Brewery developed a "From Our Trails to Our Screen" program which encouraged trail users to submit their trail photographs to be displayed for guests on televisions in the brewery.
TrAils to Ales owners accepting grand prize award, courtesy Kim Harris
2017: Allegheny river rentals
second place winner
Kennerdell, PA 16374
Owner: Devin Gold
Winning Idea: Allegheny River Rentals proposed purchasing a sufficient number of kayaks, bicycles, and other necessary amenities for tourists who wish to use local trails.
Allegheny River Rentals Logo, courtesy Allegheny River Rentals Facebook page