Touring the John Brown House in Chambersburg, PA
John Brown, leader of the infamous raid on Harper’s Ferry, Virginia (now West Virginia) in October 1859, is one of the most controversial figures in American history. And, wanting to …
Franklin County
Touring the Long-Closed Black-Coffey Caverns in Franklin County (Formerly Baker Caverns)
Pennsylvania is home to many beautiful caverns that you can tour, but only one of those is accessed through the basement of a private home after being closed to the …
Festive Family Fun at Trail of Lights at Country Creek Farm in Chambersburg
I’m always on the lookout for fun things to do in Pennsylvania at Christmas, and if they are near my home in Cumberland County, that’s even better. So, when I …
Visiting the Lesher Poultry Farm Sunflower Field in Chambersburg (Updated for 2023)
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 …
Big Mountain Overlook near McConnellsburg: One of PA’s Most Impressive Vistas
During my travels, I’ve had a chance to visit many incredible scenic overlooks in Pennsylvania. However, few, if any, are as awe-inspiring as Big Mountain Overlook. Big Mountain Overlook is …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Franklin County, Pennsylvania
Located along Interstate 81, Franklin County often gets overlooked by travelers. However, if you love the covered bridges of Pennsylvania, you won’t want to make that mistake. The two historic …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: Caledonia Falls in Franklin County
South-central Pennsylvania isn’t an area known for waterfalls. In fact, between the banks of the Susquehanna River in York County and the Laurel Highlands, there are only a small handful …
Touring Mercersburg to Uncover the Life and Legacy of President James Buchanan
Despite Pennsylvania’s importance in the founding of the country, you might be surprised to learn that, up until recently, Pennsylvania had only one homegrown president: James Buchanan. Buchanan was born …