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A photo collage featuring four different birds from the National Aviary in Pittsburgh, PA. Top left: A Victoria crowned pigeon with elaborate feather crest. Top right: Two affectionate Hyacinth Macaws perched on a branch. Bottom left: A Toco Toucan with a large, colorful bill. Bottom right: A Steller's Sea Eagle with sharp yellow beak and intense gaze. The diverse avian life represents the variety of species housed at the aviary.

PA Animal Attractions

Exploring the National Aviary in Pittsburgh

Rusty Glessner - December 31, 2023 0

A collage of four scenic photos from the Bear Meadows Loop Hike in Centre County, Pennsylvania. Top left: A wooden sign marks the Bear Meadows Natural Area within Rothrock State Forest. Top right: A narrow trail flanked by evergreens and rhododendron bushes. Bottom left: A lush green tunnel-like pathway created by overhanging rhododendron branches. Bottom right: A panoramic view of a wetland with golden-brown reeds and a clear reflection of the sky and surrounding trees.

PA Hiking/Biking Trails

Hiking the Bear Meadows Loop in Centre County

Rusty Glessner - December 29, 2023 0

A collage showcasing the beauty of Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Cumberland County, PA, featuring: (top left) a wooden bench overlooking a reflective lake with autumn-colored trees, (top right) a rugged overlook with rocks and a lone pine tree against a landscape of rolling hills and a blue sky with fluffy clouds, (bottom left) an Appalachian Trail Museum sign in front of a historic stone building surrounded by lush greenery, and (bottom right) a serene lake scene with a mirror-like reflection of fall foliage on the water's surface.

PA State Parks

Exploring Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Cumberland County

Rusty Glessner - December 27, 2023 0

A photo collage from the Gettysburg Museum of History in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Top left shows the museum's street sign featuring an eagle and proclaiming 'FREE MUSEUM'. Top right depicts an exhibit with Civil War artifacts, including portraits and a chair. Bottom left is an interior view with various memorabilia and a large presidential seal. Bottom right presents military uniforms and World War memorabilia. Each image displays a part of the rich historical collection of the museum.

PA Museums

The Gettysburg Museum of History | Unusual Artifacts & Antiquities

Rusty Glessner - December 23, 2023 0

Collage of four images showcasing the eclectic and vibrant atmosphere of Randyland in Pittsburgh, featuring the artist Randy, colorful murals, whimsical art installations, and a multitude of playful objects.

PA Roadside Attractions

Exploring Randyland in Pittsburgh

Rusty Glessner - December 21, 2023 0

A collage of four photos showcasing Colonel Denning State Park in Cumberland County, PA. Top left: A vibrant autumn scene by a lake with golden leaves framing the tranquil water. Top right: A hiker stands on a rocky overlook, gazing out over a lush, green valley under a clear blue sky. Bottom left: A gravel nature trail marked by a sign winds through a forest with sunlight filtering through the green foliage. Bottom right: A wooden viewing platform at the edge of a serene lake surrounded by dense trees with the sun casting a warm glow over the scene.

PA State Parks

Exploring Colonel Denning State Park in Cumberland County

Rusty Glessner - December 20, 2023 0

A collage of photos capturing the history and charm of the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

PA Museums

Exploring the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton

Rusty Glessner - December 19, 2023 0

A collage showcasing the holiday splendor of Phipps Conservatory's Winter Flower Show and Light Garden, featuring a radiant indoor Christmas tree, the conservatory's glowing facade at night, oversized colorful light bulbs in the outdoor garden, and a beautifully lit pathway leading through a winter landscape.

PA Fairs and Festivals

Exploring Phipps Conservatory’s Holiday Flower and Light Show

Rusty Glessner - December 16, 2023 0

A collage of four images related to the Ashland Mothers' Memorial in Ashland, Pennsylvania. The top left photo shows the bronze statue of the seated woman with the pedestal inscription 'MOTHER / A MOTHER IS THE / HOLIEST THING ALIVE.' The top right photo is a side view of the statue overlooking the town. The bottom left is a historic black and white image of the statue's installation. The bottom right photo shows a plaque stating that the Mothers' Memorial has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.

PA Historic Places

Exploring the Ashland Mothers Memorial in Schuylkill County

Rusty Glessner - December 12, 2023 0

View from the Nay Aug Falls overlook in Scranton PA

PA Waterfalls

Exploring Nay Aug Falls in Scranton

Rusty Glessner - December 11, 2023 0

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