Looking to switch up your usual weekend activities? Add bird watching to your list! April marks the height of bird migration season, but Pennsylvania’s ridges, mountains, and gorges offer incredible bird-watching opportunities across multiple seasons. New to birding? Follow these tips from the…
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Home to more than 2,000 miles of water trails in 28 designated waterways, Pennsylvania’s outdoors is the place to be when temps soar into the 90s. Many trails offer easy access and close-to-home opportunities – ideal for physical distancing and avoiding large crowds. While you might have checked off…
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Pennsylvania’s springtime weather can be somewhat unpredictable, but if you’re flexible to do “this” or “that” the Keystone State will not disappoint. These outdoor (the “this”) and indoor (the "that”) activities are sure to inspire your next adventure, regardless of what Mother Nature may bring…
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Grab the kids, pack up the car, and plan the ultimate Great American Spring Break here in PA. No matter what type of adventure your family is looking for this March – from an educational itinerary to thrilling trail adventures to making a big splash at the nation’s best indoor water parks – there…
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From fishing and ATV riding to snowmobiling and ice skating, Pennsylvania’s 125 free state parks and 2.2 million acres of state forestland provides endless year-round outdoor adventure for you to incorporate in your next Great American Getaway itinerary. While each one of our state parks and forests…
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From its rich maritime heritage to its scenic natural landscapes and vibrant cultural scene, Erie offers a diverse array of activities for you to explore and enjoy. Whether seeking outdoor adventures at Pennsylvania’s storied beach at Presque Isle State Park, indulging in delicious dishes at local…
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Recovery to Resilience, PA’s Only National Forest Nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and indeed, all Pennsylvanians, it’s time to party! Pennsylvania’s Allegheny National Forest (ANF) is celebrating its centennial year with a host of special events and activities. Whether you’re into camping…
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Enjoy your next meal tasting the goodness and unique flavors of Mother Nature when you hike and find edible items as you forage in Pennsylvania’s great outdoors – from fresh berries to wild plants to small insects. Be sure to forage safely to protect yourself and nature’s wonders. Read more from the…
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Soak up some of PA’s maritime history this summer touring its three historic lighthouses on Lake Erie. Having safely guided vessels large and small along Erie’s shoreline for well over a century, these picturesque lighthouses are waiting for you to see or explore before spending a perfect summer day…
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Fly fishing is a unique angling method that will create loving, lasting memories for anyone who enjoys the great outdoors. Pennsylvania’s abundance of rivers, creeks, ponds, streams, and tributaries makes it one of the best places for both fly fishing enthusiasts and newcomers learning to catch…
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