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Gettysburg Mercantile Museum

Posted on January 23, 2024March 4, 2024by Jody Arneson

All the things you’d find in a general store in the 1800s, explained…

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    • ecotourism
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania

Discover Nature’s Hideaway: Hiking in Erie National Wildlife Refuge

Posted on January 16, 2024October 12, 2023by Jody Arneson
A deer looking directly at you, surrounded by vibrant green grasses and branches.

This is the place to head to when you just want to explore nature!

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    • dog friendly
    • ecotourism
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • state park

Peak Your Interest: The Highs of Hyner View State Park

Posted on January 13, 2024October 22, 2023by Jody Arneson
The view from Hyner View Overlook on a sunny, slightly cloudy day. Below the deep blue sky are PA mountains in the distance and the West Branch Susquehannah River below, just thousands and thousands of acres of green trees and forest

Come to this park for a bird’s-eye view of Pennsylvania’s beauty!

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    • Central PA
    • Centre County
    • ecotourism
    • hiking
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • state park

Discover Black Moshannon State Park: Bogged Down in Beauty

Posted on January 9, 2024October 25, 2023by Jody Arneson
Three canoes lie upsidedown on a rack along the shore of Black Moshannon Lake

Explore winding trails, a serene lake and unique ecosystem at this state park.

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    • Central PA
    • ecotourism
    • hiking
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania

Discover Rider Park, a Lycoming County Gem

Posted on January 2, 2024October 12, 2023by Jody Arneson
In the distance, a bench sits below a few trees in front of an overlook.

This park offers interesting hikes and gorgeous views!

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  • budget-friendly day trip
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    • Central PA
    • Centre County
    • driving tour
    • ecotourism
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania

Four Fantastic Scenic Views Along Poe Paddy Road in Bald Eagle State Forest

Posted on December 16, 2023October 10, 2023by Jody Arneson
The view from Penn's View Overlook. Below Penns Creek flows around a horseshoe bend. Fluffly white clouds dot the sky.

Take a scenic drive in Bald Eagle State Forest to these five lovely overlooks!

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    • Gettysburg
    • kid-friendly
    • nature-focused
    • October fun
    • Pennsylvania

Harvest Hues and Tasty Views at Hollabaugh Bros Farm

Posted on December 5, 2023March 4, 2024by Jody Arneson
Hollabaugh Bros Farm, reads the sign on the bright red barn. In the foreground, a green lawn. The blue sky above. Apple trees to the right.

This farmers market is a daytrip destination in its own right.

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    • heritage tourism
    • Pennsylvania

Discover Three Covered Bridges of Lycoming County

Posted on November 28, 2023October 22, 2023by Jody Arneson
Farm fields and trees surround a red covered bridge

Lycoming County shows off its lovely countryside in this exploration of its three iconic covered bridges!

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    • factory tours
    • food tour
    • heritage tourism
    • industrial history
    • kid-friendly
    • Pennsylvania

The Twisty Tale of America’s Oldest Pretzel Bakery: Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery

Posted on November 25, 2023August 30, 2023by Jody Arneson
Sturgis Pretzel Bakery sign

Immerse yourself in 160 years of delicious history at the Sturgis Pretzel Bakery!

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    • Gettysburg
    • heritage tourism
    • kid-friendly
    • museums
    • Pennsylvania

National Apple Museum and the Allure of Apples

Posted on November 18, 2023October 13, 2023by Jody Arneson
A fairly close up view of four apples still on the apple tree, surrounded by green leaves. Behind the tree is blue sky.

Discover the allure of the apple at this museum, which details the history of the apple and fruit tree industry.

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    • ecotourism
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • state park

Six Fun Things to Do at Presque Isle State Park

Posted on November 14, 2023August 19, 2023by Jody Arneson
Perry Monument in Presque Isle State Park

Discover all the amazing reasons to visit this park!

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    • Civil War
    • Gettysburg
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    • kid-friendly
    • Pennsylvania

Orchards, Elk and Shire Horses: The SilverShire Farm Carriage Adventure

Posted on November 7, 2023March 4, 2024by Jody Arneson
A backview of two black Shire draft horses harnessed to a carriage (not shown) with an apple orchard in the background

These Shire draft horse-drawn carriage rides will carry you through Adams County’s scenic countryside!

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    • Central PA
    • Centre County
    • ecotourism
    • hiking
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania

The Journey’s the Point for the Shingletown Gap Hike

Posted on November 4, 2023October 14, 2023by Jody Arneson
The trailhead for Shingletown Gap Hike

With its lush greenery along a babbling creek, the Shingletown Gap hike is about the journey — of enjoying being out in the woods along a creek.

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    • cemeteries
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    • Pennsylvania
    • Pittsburgh

Homewood Cemetery: Exploring Pittsburgh’s Final Resting Place

Posted on October 28, 2023October 8, 2023by Jody Arneson

This gothic cemetery in Pittsburgh will delight your hidden taphophile!

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    • historic houses
    • industrial history
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Exploring Erie’s Rich History at the Hagen Museum

Posted on October 21, 2023August 29, 2023by Jody Arneson
The Hagen Museum

You won’t want to miss this history museum!

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I love exploring the midAtlantic states of the United States, finding the best, most interesting and fun daytrip destinations in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC, Delaware, West Virginia, New Jersey and New York. From the well known to the well off the beaten path, I'll take you as far as you can go in a day without a passport! Why daydream when you can daytrip?

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