Hiking the Beautiful Trails at Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center
Located just a few miles south of Reading, PA, you’ll find the 600-acre Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center. One of the top things to do near Reading, PA. This area …
PA Dutch Country
Exploring the Abandoned Camp Michaux World War 2 Prison of War Camp in Cumberland County
Did you know that Cumberland County, Pennsylvania was home to a prisoner of war camp during World War 2? That’s right, Camp Michaux, as it was known, was a secret …
Visiting the Lesher Poultry Farm Sunflower Field in Chambersburg (Updated for 2025)
One of the most popular late-summer activities is visiting sunflower fields in Pennsylvania. These beautiful fields can be found throughout the state, and while they are typically grown for making …
Discovering Hiking History at the Appalachian Trail Musuem
The Appalachian Trail is one of America’s best hiking paths. Extending 2,200 miles from Georgia to Maine, the trail is popular with day-hikers, those going for short backpacking trips, and …
Going on a Safari at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park near Harrisburg
Located north of Harrisburg, Lake Tobias Wildlife Park is one of the most unique zoos in Pennsylvania. That’s because this park is not only home to a traditional zoo but …
Indian Echo Caverns: Mystery and Beauty Underground
In 1919, five boys entered a cave near Hummelstown along Swatara Creek. This in itself was not such an unusual occurrence as people had been coming in and out of …
Family Fun at the Choo Choo Barn in Lancaster County
When I was a kid, we visited Lancaster County A LOT. While most of the exact places we visited and things we did didn’t stick with me, there’s one place …
Hiking at Boyd Big Tree Preserve Near Harrisburg
There are a lot of great outdoor areas to explore in Harrisburg, but one of my favorites has to be Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area. Despite its name, Boyd …
Overlooking the Susquehanna River from The Pinnacle in Lancaster County
Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful areas of Pennsylvania is the southern reaches of the Susquehanna River in York and Lancaster Counties. This area is home to miles …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
There are more than 200 historic covered bridges in Pennsylvania, but no county has more than the 29 in Lancaster County. During my travels, I’ve had a chance to visit …