Category Archives: panhandle trail events

Weekend of May 28-29, 2021

Food Trucks on the Trail Good News! Hermes Food Truck will be on Trail Saturday 11-5 Hermes has resolved its problems and will be selling its gyros, pitas, chicken tenders, etc., at the Walkers Mill Trailhead this Saturday, May 29 … Continue reading

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Weekend of May 22-23, 2021

Food Trucks on the Trail We’re not sure if a food truck will be on the trail Saturday, May 22, 2021. Because of poor cell reception, their money transfer programs are iffy, something they can’t work with. But it will … Continue reading

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Chilly But Fun, Night Walk 2016

The line for the hayrides went all the way around the stage, the kids enjoyed stories and the movie Casper, and no one really seemed to notice how cold it was with hot chocolate and cider and a bonfire. Hope … Continue reading

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RTQ XVI So Much Fun, Hope to See You Next Year!

So it was hot and humid but no rain for the annual fundraiser for Collier Friends of the Panhandle Trail! This event is what helps to keep the trail in shape for everyone who uses it, so thanks everyone who … Continue reading

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Noblestown Road Detour for Rock the Quarry

Noblestown Road in Walkers Mill closed Monday August 22 for two months. This is the main road from Carnegie and I-79 to reach the trailhead in Walker’s Mill. PennDOT’s detour Traveling eastbound (from Oakdale area) From Noblestown Road, turn left … Continue reading

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Panhandle Night Walk October 24, 2015

Night Walk on the Panhandle Trail Saturday, October 24, 7:00 pm Since 2000, the Night Walk on the Panhandle Trail has been a Halloween tradition in Collier Township. This year the festivities begin at 7 pm on Saturday, October 24. … Continue reading

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Donations for RTQ Basket Raffles

Part of what supports RTQ and the trail itself is donations to our basket raffle and other prizes for activities. Do you or your business have anything you could donate? Here are some ideas: gift certificates new tools or household … Continue reading

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Rock the Quarry XV – August 28 and 29!

Music, food, science demo, games, raffles, bonfire, fire trucks, fun for all ages. For 15 years, Rock the Quarry (RTQ) has been an annual tradition. RTQ features two days of music, food, and fun. Each year, RTQ showcases up-and-coming local … Continue reading

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5k Fun Run & 1 Mile Saturday, August 24

The Steel City Road Runners joins us on Saturday morning before RTQ begins at noon for a nice easy run! Rock the Quarry XIII 5k Fun Run & 1 mile Panhandle Trail Collier Township Saturday August 24, 2013 Start time: … Continue reading

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Thanks Lane Construction for RTQ Support!

Thanks to Lane Construction for sending this photo! They’ve posted this banner on three of their trucks to help advertise RTQ. Don’t miss it—read more about Rock the Quarry XIII

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