Travel

November 1, 2020

Winding Up 2020: 10 Great Hikes in the PA Wilds

There’s never been a better time to grab your knapsack, hiking shoes, camera and binoculars and witness the beauty of the PA Wilds as we dive into autumn and the shifting of Mother Earth’s own biological clock.

October 30, 2020

Take the perfect family photo along the Lumber Heritage Region Selfie Trail

The Lumber Heritage Region Selfie Trail is made up of 11 spots across the region. Grab your selfie stick to complete the wayfinding trail. 

October 28, 2020

Enjoy an October celebration during Friday in the ‘Fonte

This month during Friday in the ‘Fonte — held the last Friday of every month in downtown Bellefonte — join the local business community for an October celebration.

October 26, 2020

Nominations Being Accepted For 2021 Pennsylvania Trail Of The Year

Pennsylvanians are being asked to nominate their favorite trail for the 2021 Trail of the Year. Nominations are due by November 20, 2020.

October 7, 2020

Summer into Fall: Fly Fishing the Legendary Spring Creek in Central Pennsylvania

Fly fishing on Spring Creek in Central Pennsylvania is an experience to relish regardless of season. Just ask Ray Hunt!

September 28, 2020

Additional State Forest Roads Opening Throughout The State For Hunting Seasons, Other Outdoor Activities

Hunters and other outdoors enthusiasts heading into Pennsylvania’s state-owned woodlands this autumn will find additional roads open in 18 of the 20 state forest districts, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced.

September 20, 2020

Being a tourist in your own community 

COVID-19 has taught us the importance of not only being aware of the businesses, experiences and assets around us, but also the importance of supporting them to ensure their longevity in our communities. 

September 9, 2020

30th Anniversary in the Pennsylvania Wilds

This month is an anniversary for Lou Bernard. This September marks thirty years since he first moved to the Pennsylvania Wilds. Here he shares details of his first visits to different locations throughout the region.

August 31, 2020

The Fairy Legend of the Dark Skies Landscape

Ordinarily, if someone claimed to have seen fairies in the Pennsylvania Wilds, you’d have to ask what they were drinking. And maybe if you could have some. But that’s assuming that you weren’t in the Dark Skies Landscape, where there is an old legend that fairies existed, with possibly some truth behind it.

August 24, 2020

Exploring Bellefonte’s rich heritage: A Q&A with local historian and business owner Matt Maris

Every day, we walk past historic buildings and sites, or drive by them on our daily commutes — and we may not even realize it. Matt Maris, the founder of Local Historia, is sharing his knowledge and love for local history in his community of Bellefonte — in the I-80 Frontier region of the PA Wilds — through walking tours.