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Exploring the Three Sisters Rock Formation in Huntingdon County

A photo collage of five images featuring the Three Sisters Rock Formation along the Standing Stone Trail in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania. In the first image, a person in a red jacket is navigating between tall, mossy rock formations. The second image provides a panoramic view of a leafless forest from atop the rock formation. The third image shows a singular, towering rock with distinctive pockmarks, standing alone among the trees. The fourth photo looks down a powerline clearing that carves a linear path through the forest. The fifth captures a trail marker post on the Standing Stone Trail, surrounded by a forest of bare trees.
If you're looking for information about visiting the Three Sisters Rock Formation in Huntingdon County, you're in the right place! The Three Sisters are 3 large pillars of rock standing tall along a ridge top in the aptly-named Rocky Ridge Natural Area, part of the Rothrock State Forest. These three stoic pillars of rock mark a unique geological feature along the...

How Two Scorched PA Capitol Columns Became War Memorials

A collage of photos showing both the original PA State Capitol before it burned down, as well as the two war memorials that were created from salvaged columns from the front portico of the capitol building after it burned down in 1897.
In the heart of central Pennsylvania, two pillars stand as silent witnesses to both the state's architectural heritage and its citizens' valor. These are not just any pillars, but two of the original six columns from the first PA Capitol building in Harrisburg, completed in 1822. Known as the Hills Capitol, after its designer Stephen Hills, this building was a beacon...

The Montour Preserve Fossil Pit | A Fossil Hunter’s Paradise

A collage of five photos from the Montour Preserve fossil pit near Danville, Pennsylvania. The top left image shows an aerial view of the barren fossil pit. The top right photo is of the information kiosk with educational displays about the site. The middle right photo features a close-up of a hand holding a fossil. The bottom left picture shows the 'Into the Past' exhibit within the visitor center, and the bottom center image displays the Montour Preserve Fossil Pit sign on a post. The images collectively represent the educational and recreational experience at the fossil pit.
If you're looking for information about visiting the Montour Preserve Fossil Pit, you're in the right place! Located 12 miles north of Danville in Montour County, the Montour Preserve Fossil Pit offers visitors the unique opportunity to dig for and take home any fossils they find. That makes this one acre site a treasure trove for both amateur and seasoned fossil...

Exploring Bill’s Old Bike Barn in Bloomsburg

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A collage of four photos presents a visual tour of Bill's Old Bike Barn in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. The first photo features the museum's rustic exterior sign surrounded by a collection of vintage memorabilia, including a boat and an old-fashioned bathtub. The second image showcases the interior with an array of colorful motorcycles, a large Captain America shield, and vibrant neon signs. The third photo offers a glimpse of a carnival-themed display with a merry-go-round, neon lights, and an array of classic bikes. The final image captures a charming indoor street scene with replica buildings, including a post office and a quaint cobblestone path lined with vintage motorcycles, giving visitors a sense of walking through a nostalgic small town.
If you're looking for information about visiting Bill's Old Bike Barn in Bloomsburg, you're in the right place! Describing Bill's Old Bike Barn merely as a "motorcycle museum" doesn't do it justice – it's actually a sprawling 55,000 square foot treasure trove of Americana. The brainchild of custom bike builder Bill Morris, the museum opened in 1998 as one room, and...

Exploring Gillespie Point Scenic Overlook in Tioga County

This is a collage of five photos from Gillespie Point scenic overlook along the Mid State Trail in Tioga County, Pennsylvania. The central image features a hiker in a red jacket and brown boots, using a walking stick, standing on rocky terrain and looking out over a valley with leafless trees and a winding river. The top-right image showcases a verdant moss-covered trail leading through bare trees. The bottom-left image depicts a serene river curving through a forested valley. The bottom-middle photo offers a wide view of a valley with coniferous and deciduous trees and distant hills under a partly cloudy sky. Finally, the bottom-right image is of a wooden signpost with "GILLESPIE POINT" painted in white on a black background, with an arrow indicating the direction to the overlook, set among fallen leaves and bare trees.
If you're looking for information about Gillespie Point scenic overlook in Tioga County, you're in the right place! Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania's "Grand Canyon" area, Gillespie Point, also known as "The Matterhorn of Pennsylvania," offers breathtaking views of the Pine Creek Gorge and a rewarding hiking experience. Hiking to Gillespie Point scenic overlook along the Mid State Trail is...

16 Must-See Attractions in Adams County

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A collage of 5 photos from Adams County Pennsylvania.
If you’re looking for the best things to see and do in Adams County, you’re in the right place! The county was formed in 1800 and is named in honor of the John Adams, second President of the United States. The county seat is Gettysburg, site of an important American Civil War battle on July 1-3, 1863. Aside from Civil War tourism, Adams County is known for...

25 Must-See PA State Parks

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Scenes from Colton Point, Presque Isle. Ohiopyle, Hickory Run, and Rickett's Glen state parks in PA.
If you're looking for a list of the "best of the best" PA state parks, you're in the right place! Pennsylvania is home to 124 state parks, each offering its own unique blend of natural splendor and outdoor adventure. Drawing upon my 55 years of living, working, and traveling around the state, I've curated a list highlighting what I consider to...

The April 2024 Total Solar Eclipse in PA | A Viewers’ Guide

This collage features four images related to the 2024 total solar eclipse visible in Pennsylvania. The top left image is a map highlighting the path of the eclipse across Pennsylvania with a prominent arrow indicating the direction of the moon's shadow. The top right image shows a partial phase of the eclipse with the moon covering a significant portion of the sun. The bottom left is a dramatic photograph of the total eclipse, where the moon completely obscures the sun, leaving only the glowing corona visible around a black circle. The bottom right image captures the excitement of the event with a group of people, including children wearing protective eclipse glasses, looking up at the sky in anticipation and awe.
As the calendar turns to April 2024, astronomy enthusiasts and casual observers alike are gearing up for a spectacular celestial event: a total solar eclipse in PA! Set to occur on the afternoon of Monday, April 8, this rare occurrence will see the moon passing directly between Earth and the sun, casting a shadow that will sweep across North America...

24 Must-See Attractions in Allegheny County

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A collage of four images showcasing attractions in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: Top left shows a dinosaur skeleton exhibit at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History; top right displays a creative arrangement of Heinz ketchup bottles in the shape of a larger bottle at the Heinz History Center; bottom left features three elephants near a watering hole at the Pittsburgh Zoo; and bottom right is an aerial view of PNC Park during a baseball game with the city skyline in the background.
If you’re looking for the best things to see and do in Allegheny County, you’re in the right place! The county was formed in 1788 and is named in honor of the Allegheny River. The county seat is Pittsburgh, known as the "City of Bridges" for its 446 bridges. Allegheny County is the state's second-most populous county (after Philadelphia County), and Pittsburgh is the state's second most populous city...

Somerset County Maple Taste & Tour Weekends: A Sweet Tradition

A collage of four images captures the essence of the Somerset County Maple Taste and Tour. The first photo shows a wooden sugar shack with smoke rising from its chimney, indicating the maple syrup production inside. The second image features two individuals working inside the sugar house, monitoring the syrup boiling process on a shiny evaporator. The third picture highlights a maple tree with a sap bucket attached, alongside an event sign promoting the Maple Weekend schedule. Lastly, an array of maple products is displayed, including syrup bottles, pancake mix, and confections, showcasing the delicious outcomes of the syrup-making tradition.
If you're looking for information about Somerset County's 2024 Maple Taste and Tour Weekends, you're in the right place! Set against the picturesque backdrop of Somerset County, this sweet tradition invites locals and visitors alike to experience the magic of maple sugaring by visiting free open house events at nearly two dozen maple sugar camps. As attendees drive from camp...