Visiting the Covered Bridges in Carbon County, PA
Visiting Carbon County, Pennsylvania, has been near the top of my to-do list for a while. I’ve always heard great things about the county, but I’d never had the chance …
Outdoors
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Waterfalls of Glen Leigh in Ricketts Glen State Park
There’s no doubt that Glen Leigh in Ricketts Glen State Park is one of the most beautiful sections of water in the entire state. In the 0.7 miles from Waters …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Falls Below Waters Meet at Ricketts Glen State Park
The area between Route 118 and Waters Meet at Ricketts Glen State Park is only home to three waterfalls. And, while this might be the section of the Falls Trail …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Waterfalls of Ganoga Glen in Ricketts Glen State Park
Of all the trails I’ve hiked in Pennsylvania, I don’t think there’s anywhere better than the Falls Trail in Ricketts Glen State Park. And, if I had to pick a …
Howling with Wolves at the Wolf Sanctuary of PA
There’s something special about listening to the howl of a wolf. It’s even more amazing if the wolves are howling all around you, and a member of your group got …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: Visiting Colley Falls in State Game Lands 66
Back in the fall, I was researching things to do in the Endless Mountains, and specifically looking for waterfalls to visit. I came across a listing for a small, very …
How to Get to Thomas Mill Covered Bridge: The Last Covered Bridge in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
At one point in time, covered bridges were a common site in Philadelphia. In fact, the first covered bridge ever built in America was built in downtown Philadelphia. This bridge …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The History of Ohiopyle Falls along the Youghiogheny River
Over a quarter-million people visit Ohiopyle State Park each year. And, whether they are hiking, biking, or white water rafting, nearly all of them take a minute to visit Ohiopyle …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
On my way to Bucks County for a recent visit, I decided to spend a few hours and check the six covered bridges in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Since I haven’t …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Aquetong Creek Dam Waterfall in New Hope
Let’s just start by addressing the elephant in the room. If you looked at the picture above, you’re likely saying, “Jim, you idiot. That’s not a natural waterfall.” And, you …