Clarion County, located in western Pennsylvania along the Allegheny Platuea, was established in 1839 during a period of growth driven by the region’s abundant natural resources, including timber, coal, oil, and natural gas. Today, it blends rich history with outdoor recreation and small-town charm. Clarion County produces a wide variety of manufactured goods including mobile homes, fiberboard and laminate flooring. It is also the home of Clarion University. 

The county is perhaps best known for Cook Forest State Park, one of Pennsylvania’s first state parks, featuring forests, hiking trails, and river activities. Each year the county celebrates being known as the "Autumn Leaf Capitol" with a weeklong celebration in the fall. Among the historic attractions is the Foxburg Country Club—recognized as the oldest continuously operating golf course in the United States.

Clarion County offers a welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike with its many art venues, scenic trails and cultural events throughout the year. 
 

PCHIPC provides a self-funded health insurance solution designed exclusively for county governments across the Commonwealth. Through the power of group purchasing, PCHIPC delivers a stable, transparent approach that helps counties access the self-insurance market while maintaining local control and long-term financial sustainability.

Our program is governed by member counties and built on a model that emphasizes financial transparency and predictable claims exposure. Through full claims visibility, data-driven cost-containment strategies, and comprehensive member resources, PCHIPC helps counties pay only for what they use, avoid volatility, establish predictable budgets, and improve plan performance to reduce long-term healthcare costs.

To learn more, please contact Zachary Peirson, VP Program Management (zpeirson@benecon.com).