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Exploring the Three Sisters Rock Formation in Huntingdon County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - March 18, 2024 0

A collage of four autumn photos from the Rocky Ridge Natural Area in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, featuring a hiker exploring the massive limestone pillars of the Three Sisters Rock Formation, a sweeping forested vista from a powerline overlook, and golden foliage viewed from beneath the tall 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...

Standing Tall | The Capitol Column War Memorials in Central PA

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - March 12, 2024 0

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 former PA Capitol columns stand as silent witnesses to both the state's architectural heritage and its citizens'...

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

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - March 10, 2024 0

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...

Exploring Bill’s Old Bike Barn in Bloomsburg

PA Museums Rusty Glessner - March 8, 2024 0

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...

Exploring Gillespie Point Scenic Overlook in Tioga County

PA Scenic Overlooks Rusty Glessner - March 6, 2024 0

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...

28 Must-See Attractions in Adams County

PA Counties Rusty Glessner - March 2, 2024 0

A collage of scenes from Adams County, PA including the Gettysburg National Military Park, the Round Barn, the World War II American Experience Museum, and the Eastern Museum of Motor Racing.

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...

25 Must-See PA State Parks

PA State Parks Rusty Glessner - February 29, 2024 0

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...

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

PA Fairs | Festivals | Special Events Rusty Glessner - February 27, 2024 0

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...

33 Must-See Attractions in Allegheny County

PA Counties Rusty Glessner - February 25, 2024 0

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...

Somerset County Maple Taste & Tour Weekends: A Sweet Tradition

PA Fairs | Festivals | Special Events Rusty Glessner - February 22, 2024 0

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 2025 Maple Taste and Tour Weekends, you're in the right place! Set against the picturesque backdrop of...