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Conestoga Valley

State Recognizes What Lancaster Already Knew

BY JEFF FALK

The Conestoga is Pennsylvania’s River of the Year.

The Conestoga is Lancaster County’s river of a lifetime.

“In so many ways, the health of the Conestoga River is a reflection of the health of those who live in the watershed, and vice versa,” said Malinda Harnish Clatterbuck,

executive director of the Conestoga River Club (CRC). “I don’t doubt that many people are aware, but there are still many who have little idea of the importance of the river - they drive on bridges that go over the river at so many locations in the city, but the Conestoga River is hidden in plain sight for so many people.

“Our desire, as the Conestoga River Club, is to bring the river to

the awareness of the community, and to provide opportunities to bring community members to the water so they can develop a personal relationship with her,” continued Clatterbuck. “We cannot love and steward well what we do not know.”

Recently, the Conestoga River was named Pennsylvania’s River of the Year for 2026 by the state’s

See Conestoga River pg 5

Passports Transport Holders Back in Time

BY JEFF FALK

To truly discover Lancaster is to uncover its history. To truly discover who we are, we must understand our origins.

A destination marketing organization, Discover Lancaster has come up with a unique way to explore a shared past and celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday.

“We want to expand people’s horizons,” said Joel Cliff, who’s been Discover Lancaster’s director of communications for 18 years. “The passport helps to expand people’s horizons. We want people to realize there are a lot of different angles to our heritage. The passports have locations throughout the county. They might be places people may not have heard of or explored before.”

BY JEFF FALK

Weavers see the big picture. Weavers are servants. Weavers unite communities.

Weavers are leaders.

The new Weaver Awards from the Lancaster County Community Foundation (LCCF) promote, advocate for and celebrate weaving - not the textile, yarns or thread type, but the social fabric kind.

“A weaver is someone who sees a need and invites their neighbors to pitch in and find a solution,” said Val Schade, LCCF’s communications manager. “They understand that a healthy community strengthens all of us and creates opportunities to build strong, lasting relationships in everyday places. A weaver may lead a monthly river cleanup, or have started a board game club for seniors, or host a book club or lead a group of stay-at-home parents. There are so many ways you can build lasting relationships and weave our community together.”

Through a national Weaver Awards program, LCCF is distributing 20 awards of $2,500 - a total of $50,000 - to people or small organizations that foster connections in Lancaster County. Individuals or nonprofits can apply for or nominate others for the awards at www.weavelancastercounty.org through Friday, July 24.

Applicants must be 18 or older, serve or reside in Lancaster County, have a project that fosters relationships and be welcoming to any neighbor seeking to participate in the initiative. Organizations that apply must have an annual

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Fostering Pets - a Chance to Be Part of the Journey

BY ANN MEAD ASH

Anne Hendricks, outreach coordinator with All 4 Paws Rescue, a nonprofit, foster-based, all-breed organization located in Malvern, is familiar with the most common excuse potential pet foster parents give. “They all say, ‘I could never foster because I would want to adopt them all,’” noted Hendricks, who has fostered more than 100 dogs over nine years. “We have all foster-failed at least once,” she added, referring to a foster dog she knew she would be keeping

within the first 24 hours of fostering her.

According to Kisha Reinmiller, site director for Pennsylvania SPCA Lancaster Center, many who foster do become adoptive pet parents. “We are always recruiting new fosters,” she shared. “A lot of them adopt for the first time.”

Both organizations reported that becoming a foster parent for an animal is not complicated. The Lancaster Center application can be found online at www .pspca.org, and the All 4 Paws application is at www .all4pawsrescue.com. Representatives of both organizations noted that the foster application is similar to the adoption application. “We process (the applications), and then we reach out,” said Reinmiller.

Hendricks pointed out that for potential fosters who already have pets, contacting the applicant’s vet is a crucial step. “We talk to the vet to be sure (the applicant’s) pets have been well taken care of,” she stated.

Once an applicant is approved, the organization will want to learn the type of animal the foster parent would like to take in. “A lot of folks have preferences, whether it’s a large or small dog, a cat, or kittens,” stated Reinmiller. Other questions may reference lifestyle and family size, such as whether the home is high traffic.

At All 4 Paws, foster coordinator Melissa Kuchinski will contact the approved applicant to discuss the age and size of a possible foster dog and to learn whether small children or cats are present in the home. “We try to place (animals that) we think would work in that home,” explained Hendricks. Special attention is given to place animals with medical issues with more experienced foster caregivers, since these animals usually remain in foster care longer than the typical stay, which can range from a day or two to several months.

Meeting the animal that will be fostered is treated much like an adoption meeting at the Lancaster Center. If the meeting goes well, the foster care provider will receive crates, toys, food, and treats, and any necessary medical care will be covered.

“The fosters are not out-of-pocket for anything (at All 4 Paws),” explained Hendricks. “We give them the white glove treatment,” she added, noting that the organization depends on donations to make that possible. Fosters also receive a list of rules that include instructions such as keeping a leash on the dog at all times. “Rescue dogs are a huge flight risk,” noted Hendricks. “It’s easier and safer to grab a leash than a dog.”

Training for dogs and foster parents can also be part of the mix. “We have training partners who work with us,” shared Hendricks, who recalled a dog she fostered who did not like to meet new people. “A training partner met with us for an hour and gave me hints, and (that dog is) now in a wonderful home,” she shared.

At the Lancaster Center, foster parents are given direct access to SPCA staff members even after hours. “We can counsel, provide handouts, or talk on the

phone about what to do with certain behaviors,” explained Reinmiller, who reaches out to fosters weekly to see how things are going. According to Reinmiller, foster parents are a great source of information about the pet and provide photos and videos that help in the adoption process. “We are a municipal shelter contracted with local police to take strays,” explained Reinmiller, who noted that each dog is assessed at the center. “Foster homes are really helpful for us to get home knowledge for the dogs in our care … especially with dogs that are a little shy or have behavioral concerns or

need medical care.”

Hendricks agreed, noting, “We can make a good match (for an adoptive home) using the information about the (pet provided by foster parents).”

Finding foster homes with volunteers who have had pets but do not have any at the moment is especially helpful because those foster parents have experience but are able to focus more on the animal being fostered.

Both organizations

accept cats as well. “For the most part (with) cats, it’s mostly kitten fostering,” said Reinmiller. “It’s socializing and housing until they are old enough to come to the shelter for adoption.” Kittens must be eight weeks old or weigh two pounds to stay at the shelter.

At All 4 Paws Rescue, both rescues and owner surrenders that are not immediately adopted go to foster homes the same day. “We like the foster care

system because it gives the (pet) a home as opposed to a kennel,” said Hendricks. “It’s about whether we have a foster home (available) that will work,” she added, pointing out that foster homes are always needed. Reflecting on her own experience fostering, Hendricks stated that she has reaped many benefits. “It’s wonderful to be part of a dog’s journey,” she said.

Kids’ Fair Planned

A Kids’ Fair will take place on Saturday, July 18, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Hands-on House, 721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster. The event will offer free admission to the museum, a Touch a Truck activity, and information on local and state resources. Additional activities will include a story time with Manheim Township Public Library at 3:15 p.m., a yoga class for kids and their caregivers with Black Cat Yoga at 3:45 p.m., and a scherenschnitte craft led by Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum at 4:15 p.m. Light refreshments will be available. The event will be held rain or shine. It is hosted in partnership with state Sen. James Andrew Malone, WellSpan Health, Rohrer’s Incorporated, and Jason Burkholder Team Hometown Property Sales. For more information, call 717-627-0036 or email malone@pasenate.com. Information about Malone is available at https://senator malone.com/.

Webinar Series Planned

Smoker & Company has announced the launch of the 2026 Insights Series, a new, live webinar program designed to equip business leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals with timely insights, practical strategies, and expert perspectives to navigate an evolving economic and business landscape. The program is free of charge.

The series will addresses critical issues facing individuals, privately held businesses, and growth-oriented organizations. Topics will include tax planning, regulatory updates, financial strategy, risk management, and industry-specific trends. The webinars will include live question-and-answer times with subject matter experts.

All webinars will be deliv-

ered virtually. Attendees will also have access to supplementary resources and session recordings for continued learning.

The series will kick off on Wednesday, July 22, at 11 a.m. with ”Overpaid Income Taxes? How Individuals and Businesses Can Recover Money Through Amended Filings.” This session will explore how both individuals and businesses can identify opportunities to recover overpaid income taxes through amended filings, along with key considerations, timelines, and best practices.

For more information and to register, visit www.smokercpa.com/ classes-and-seminars/.

Foundation Plans Connectivity Day

The Anne Brossman Sweigart Charitable Foundation will host its first annual community fundraiser, “Connectivity Day,” on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 204 Spring Garden St., Ephrata.

Attendees can experience a rare visit inside one of Ephrata’s landmark homes, with every dollar raised benefiting Ephrata Area Social Services. The event will feature local food trucks, live music, guided tours of the historic house, and a giveaway drawing. A VIP hour will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The general public will be welcome from 1 to 3 p.m., and a special reunion will take place from 3 to 4 p.m. honoring retirees of the Denver & Ephrata (D&E) Telephone Company. Throughout the day, archival photographs of the Brossman family and D&E Telephone operators will be on display. There is a set price for a 60-minute visit. Tickets are available at https:// givebutter.com/connect ivityday. Space is limited, and advance purchase is required.

For more information, contact Nicole Breczewski Castagna at abscfevetns@ gmail.com or Casey Ellis at 717-730-0345, ext. 11.

Award Nominations Sought

As community hosts in partnership with Weave: The Social Fabric Project at the Aspen Institute, the Lancaster County Community Foundation and Lancaster County Local Journalism Fund are launching a fouryear effort to find, support, and celebrate everyday neighbors who are building trust, nurturing belonging, and weaving the social fabric in the community. Through this year’s Weaver Awards, 20 local individuals or small organizations will be selected to receive $2,500 each to support their work fostering connection in Lancaster County. The Weaver Awards are a way the community can amplify and support the everyday people in local neighborhoods, schools, places of worship, and jobs who are weaving threads of connection through the community.

Nominations are open, and nominees must be residents of Lancaster County who are age 18 and older. While many people in Lancaster County are serving their neighbors, the Weaver Awards are intended for

those whose projects also create lasting relationships and build trust as people work together to strengthen their community and weave a tighter social fabric.

People may apply for an award themselves or recommend a neighbor at www .weavelancastercounty.org. The application is intentionally simple, asking questions about the people involved, their project, and their community. Local nonprofit organizations with an operating budget less than $250,000 are also encouraged to apply. Nominations will close on Friday, July 24. Award winners will be announced and celebrated at a public event on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. Investing in and catalyzing connection in the community is a focus for both the Lancaster County Community Foundation and the Lancaster County Local Journalism Fund. Following a national application process, they were together selected as one of 25 community host organizations across the U.S.

Companies Announce New Leadership

Horst Construction and Horst Excavating have announced that Harry F. Scheid II, who served as president of both organizations, retired from his role effective June 29, after nearly 40 years of service at Horst.

Scheid began his career at Horst in 1987, working his way through various roles within the organization before being named president of Horst Construction and Horst Excavating in 2007. In the following 18 years, Scheid’s leadership and vision drove the success of Horst’s operations and solidified the company’s presence in the commercial construction market throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

During his tenure, Scheid led initiatives to expand the company’s footprint, defined key processes integral to the company’s success, and sought to develop a culture built on

trust and grit. Scheid has shifted to an advisory role as chief executive officer for both companies, staying on the team in a more limited capacity to provide mentorship and ensure a smooth transition period.

Meanwhile, Kenneth J. Fetterolf has assumed the role of president at Horst Construction. Fetterolf is not new to the team, having served as the vice president of operations since 2010. He has worked in the construction industry in various capacities for over 30 years.

For Horst Excavating, Jason Hess has been appointed president. Hess is also a tenured Horst employee, having joined the team in 2012 and worked as a director of project management, eventually taking on the role of vice president of operations in 2024. Hess has been involved in the sitework industry in various capacities for over 25 years.

Conestoga River from

Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers (POWR).

The announcement was made during a formal ceremony at Lancaster Central Park, where local and state dignitaries spoke and the Conestoga’s River of the Year poster was revealed.

“The Conestoga River is vital to the health of Lancaster city,” said Lancaster mayor Jaime Arroyo. “From providing drinking water to recreation opportunities, we are fortunate to have this indispensable resource in our backyard.”

Through a submission to POWR and DCNR, CRC nominated the Conestoga River as Pennsylvania’s River of the Year. Once on the ballot, CRC collaborated with other area agencies like Lancaster Conservancy, Alliance for the Chesapeake and Clean Water Partners to promote the campaign and secure the votes necessary for victory.

“I think this year one of my favorite things about the Conestoga River is that we’ve been seeing a lot of Baltimore Orioles,” said

Art Association Celebrates 90th Anniversary

BY LOGAN MOYER

Even after 90 years, the Lancaster County Art Association (LCAA) is as strong as ever.

The LCAA, the oldest art association in Lancaster County, celebrated its 90th birthday at its annual banquet at the DoubleTree Resort in Lancaster in May. The banquet’s keynote speaker was artist Richard Ressel, who shared many of his memories from over the years. He also honored Ken Hoak, an LCAA member since 1950, for his longtime service.

“(Richard) gave a wonderful view, just the little tidbits that he knew from the art association, things and memories that would be meaningful to members,” said Patricia Keller of

Clatterbuck. “They didn’t used to nest in this area. Besides that, I like the life we see when we’re on the water - the green egrets, great blue herons, bald eagles, sliders and snapping turtles, carp and the deer that come to the water to drink and wade in the waters to cool themselves down from the summer heat. I just like all of the life along the river.”

The 72-mile Conestoga River enters Lancaster

County at Brownstown in the east and exits the locale at Safe Harbor on the Susquehanna River in the west. The city of Lancaster derives 40% of its drinking water from the Conestoga River.

“We all contribute to the health or unhealth of our watersheds,” said Clatterbuck, a resident of Holtwood. “It is true; we all live downstream. So, think about what trash you put on the ground, what

pollutants you spray on your yard, what you flush down the toilet. Studies have shown that being outside for 20 minutes a day can decrease anxiety and stress, so getting out on the river - whether on the banks, in a boat or wading in the water - can help maintain a more balanced and physically and mentally healthy life.”

For additional information, go to https://conestoga riverclub.org.

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Landisville, a 40-year LCAA member who handles the association’s publicity and advertising.

Formed in 1936 by Mary Black Diller and Grace Steinmetz, the LCAA began house tours around the county in 1949, with proceeds earmarked for a permanent location. That would come in 1954, when the association moved into 22 E. Vine St., Lancaster, a building that once belonged to the plumbers’ union.

The Vine Street location would serve as the association’s home for more than 30 years until 1998, when it moved to its present location of 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg. That building consists of multiple galleries, a board room, a classroom and a

pottery room.

Today, the LCAA rosters 245 members who come from all over the area, not just Lancaster County. Within those members are professional artists who make a living off their craft, as well as amateurs who are just getting into art.

“It’s amazing the number of people we have from Marietta, up in Ephrata, down in Quarryville, even from Chester County,” Keller said. “It’s a place, probably one of the few places where nonprofessional artists can mingle with professional artists and have their work displayed and shown. ...

It’s a real nice venue for them to be able to exhibit their work, and then it just encourages them to paint more and to do more things.”

responsibility.”

Throughout the year, the LCAA offers classes in drawing, watercolor, pottery, jewelry making, sketching and pastels. The classes, geared toward both children and adults, are offered at various times of the day and days of the week, leaving a window for everybody to participate.

The association’s members will have a “Decades” show at the Lancaster Art Vault in July, located on the first floor at 100 N. Queen St., Lancaster. The show commemorates the organization’s history and anniversary.

information about the show or the association, visit www.lcaaonline.org, call 717-687-7061 or email lcaanews@yahoo.com.

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The anniversary is also a time of change for the association. At the banquet, president Carol Dale stepped down from her position. She was the longest serving president in LCAA history, guiding it through a period of uncertainty with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dale introduced new president Amelia Abrams at the banquet.

“She’s done a wonderful job,” Keller said of Dale. “We’re very pleased that we have someone that’s very qualified to take over her place. It’s a big

On the homefront in Strasburg, the LCAA opened a “Summer Media Wars” show on June 28 that will progress every three weeks, with new artwork added. Attendees will vote to decide which media wins the challenge.

The show’s hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and

The LCAA is a nonprofit that is primarily supported by donations and membership fees for its programming.

“I just wish (people) would come down and see our gallery, because we have a lot of beautiful artwork,” Keller said. “I find that today, we’re sort of starting to lose a little bit of appreci-

Weaver Awards

budget below $250,000. All completed applications will be reviewed by Lancaster County Weaver Awards team members and community members.

Successful recipients of the awards will be notified in September, and winners will be recognized at a public celebration on Thursday, Oct. 1.

“We know that no matter the size of their platform or influence, weavers are the ones seeing needs and inviting their neighbors to pitch in and find a solution,” said Tracy Cutler, LCCF’s executive vice president. “They’re the ones creating opportunities to build strong, lasting relationships in their own backyards, on their blocks, at the park or in the coffee shop. They’re doing things like creating gardens, managing regular creek cleanups, organizing walking groups or hosting clubs at libraries. Weavers understand that a healthy community strengthens all of us.”

“We know there are countless folks in Lancaster County who are weaving their community together, so we hope to see many nominations come in,” said Schade.

“The Lancaster County community is incredibly varied,” said Schade. “There are so many types of people from so many different backgrounds who are interested in so many different things. But one thing we all have in common is our love and care for each other and this place. The commu -

nity is uniquely committed to making Lancaster County strong, vibrant and resilient.”

Established in 1924, LCCF, which is located at 24 W. King St., Suite 201, Lancaster, has been responsibly stewarding the community’s endowment for more than a century. Currently, the foundation manages nearly $269 million in funds that support Lancaster County.

“The community foundation works with people throughout Lancaster County to care for what we all have in commonLancaster County,” said Schade. “The Weaver Awards is a unique opportunity to bring a national movement to our community that celebrates and elevates people who are building connection and trust with their neighbors and co-workers.

“We create impact by working with donors and volunteers to grant money to local organizations and students,” concluded Schade. “We inspire giving by helping individuals, families and organizations support causes they care about. We ignite action by bringing people with different experiences, perspectives and ideas together to care for what we all have in common. We look forward with optimism by simultaneously meeting today’s needs and shaping our shared tomorrow.”

For additional information, go to www.lanc found.org.

A Classic Rivalry

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Cowboys and Eagles, a classic rivalry. But this game doesn’t take place in Philadelphia or Dallas, Texas. It hails from the Manheim Brethren in Christ Church.

The Chuckie Magee Flag Football and Cheerleading League, a Lancaster-based nonprofit that offers a competitive avenue for individuals between the ages of 18 and 40 with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is set to kick off its sixth season in July.

The league offers two teams, the Cowboys and the Eagles. The two teams will play a 10-game season that will begin on Saturday, July 25, and run through Saturday, Oct. 17. All games will be played on Saturdays, and most will be played at Manheim Brethren in Christ Church, 54 N. Penryn Road, Manheim. Select games (Aug. 22 and 29) will be played at Lancaster Brethren in Christ Church, 1865 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster.

“It’s like sandlot football,” said league founder Randy Samuels. “We show up and we play. There’s always shenanigans going on, a lot of fun and sneaky stuff being done. ... They come out, they have fun and get to exercise.”

Naturally, most of the league’s participants are

fans of the Eagles. Samuels, who coaches the Cowboys, is a diehard Dallas fandrawing the ire of many of his players.

The league’s cheerleaders are referred to as “Lancaster’s Sweethearts,” a registered trademark owned by Samuels. The term references the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders, who are known as “America’s Sweethearts.”

“I get booed so much, and I egg them on,” Samuels said. “The cheerleaders will play that ‘Fly Eagles Fly’ song a couple times a game. As the president of the league this year, I issued an executive order banning that, but they will ignore me.”

The league is completely free for participants and is funded through sponsorships from local businesses. About 30 individuals took part in the league last year.

Samuels had hoped to have four teams this season but decided to stick with only the Cowboys and Eagles.

Samuels obtained nonprofit status for the league in December. After the last game of the season, there will be a celebratory awards banquet.

The league is still searching for sponsorships, as well as volunteers. Volunteers assist with every aspect of the game, including serving as a “buddy” for the more challenged playing members of the league.

“The buddy will catch the ball for them, hand it to them and guide them towards the end zone,” Samuels said.

The league is named after Chuckie Magee, a Lititz resident who passed away in 2015 after a fight with undifferentiated pleomorphic bone sarcoma. Magee, a 2013 graduate of Warwick

High School, was heavily involved with challenger baseball and football. The league’s logo is modeled after Magee and uses the color red, which was his favorite color.

“Doctors (said) he wasn’t going to live to be a year old,” Samuels said of Magee. “If you knew Chuckie, you loved Chuckie. Everybody loved Chuckie.”

Registrations for the league are open. Samuels asks that those interested sign up as soon as possible, giving the league a chance to order shirts before the July 25 kickoff.

Those interested in signing up to play, volunteer or sponsor the league should visit www.recleague.net/ leagues/cmffl or “The Chuckie Magee Flag Football & Cheerleading League” on Facebook or email Samuels at cmffl@ ptd.net.

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This passport to which Cliff is referring isn’t used as identification for foreign travel. Instead, it is a passport to local Lancaster County history.

Discover Lancaster’s passport is a free commemorative booklet that can be picked up at the organization’s headquarters at 501 Greenfield Road, Lancaster, or any of the 23 local historic sites that are part of the tour celebrating America 250. When passport holders visit the participating Lancaster County locations, they will receive a custom-made collectible stamp that can be pasted into their passport booklets.

“Physically, the passport is made of heavy material,” said Cliff, a resident of Manheim Township. “It’s something that’s going to be a keepsake if someone is inclined. It’s a neat way to commemorate how you celebrated this special year.”

Included among the participating locations are Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery, Historic Rock Ford, the Strasburg Rail Road, the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, Lancaster Central Market, National Watch and Clock Museum, Susquehanna National Heritage Area, LancasterHistory Museum and Research Center, the Fulton Theatre, the Demuth Museum of Art, Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum, Ephrata Cloister, the Thaddeus Stevens and Lydia Hamil -

The free passports also feature deals and coupons that can be redeemed at the 23 historic locations and at other points of interest around Lancaster County. The promotion is good from now until the end of the year.

Church Plans Car Show

Faith United Methodist Church, 1290 Fruitville Pike, Lititz, will host a Deutsche Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The show will be held rain or shine. The show is open to all German-made vehicles, regardless of year, and will feature car show awards, a People’s Choice Award, a special guest presenter, and

a variety of food trucks. Spectators will be admitted free of charge. Vehicle owners are encouraged to preregister their cars. For additional information about the event, sponsorship opportunities, or registration, visit https:// faithumc.us, call the church office at 717-5600321, or email faithumc@ hotmail.com.

ton Smith Center for History and Democracy, and the Christiana Historical Society.

“We’ve got a heapin’ helping of history here,” said Cliff. “Lancaster is one of the oldest inland cities. It’s one of the very few United States capitals, even though it was only for one day. A lot of people forget that around the 1700s, Lancaster was the western frontier. I’d say we’re pretty historic in a lot of ways. I think on the historic landscape of central Pennsylvania, Lancaster more than holds its own. If the passport helps people explore some of the history, we think that’s a good thing for the local economy.

“There are so many great historical stories we wanted to share with locals and visitors,” Cliff continued. “The history and heritage aspect we offer is certainly significant. We’re well-known for the Amish community. History and heritage are often ref -

erenced by our visitors as reasons for coming here. With the country’s 250th birthday, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to highlight that.”

An advocate for tourism, Discover Lancaster was formed from the Pennsylvania Dutch Convention and Business Bureau in 2015. Discover Lancaster, which receives 80 percent of its funding from Lancaster County’s hotel tax, employs 14 full-time staff members and eight part-time travel consultants.

“Tourism represents a sizeable part of our overall economy,” said Cliff. “It helps provide jobs, tax revenues and economic growth. Locals can enjoy some of these experiences right in their own backyards. There are benefits to having a robust tourism industry. All in all, the passport is really cool. It’s a great way to spend time.”

For additional information, go to www.discover lancaster.com.

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