I-80 Frontier

November 8, 2022

The Legend of the Gnats

In Clearfield County, in the I-80 Frontier, there’s an interesting legend that explains how the gnats came to exist. Lou Bernard shares the folklore story of how a young Native American warrior defeated a sorcerer and turned him into ash, which then became the gnats that we know (and despise) today.

February 14, 2022

Celebrate Black History: Julia Collins and her novel

Did you know that the first female African-American novelist was born and raised in the PA Wilds? Celebrate Black History Month by learning and celebrating the life of novelist Julia Collins who lived and wrote in the PA Wilds.

February 2, 2022

Groundhogs – Just the facts

Happy Groundhog Day from the PA Wilds! As you celebrate Punxsutawney Phil, learn some facts about the groundhog species!

January 30, 2022

In the Coming Year: A PA Wilds bucket list

2022 has officially begun and there is so much more to explore in the PA Wilds. Lou Bernard shares all the places that he wants to visit in the PA Wilds during 2022. Check out his bucket list and plan your next adventure today!

January 24, 2022

X Marks the Spot: 6 legends of treasure in the PA Wilds

Over the years, people have lost and stashed a shocking amount of money, gold, and silver in Pennsylvania. If you were interested, you could go explore the Wilds and look for it. And Lou Bernard even did the research on several of these treasures, so you don’t have to. Check out 6 legends of treasure in the PA Wilds!

January 17, 2022

Adventures of William Raymond

What are the odds someone would be a soldier, a singer, and also make a movie appearance long after his death? Well, for one man in Lock Haven, the odds were pretty good. Let Lou Bernard introduce you to William Raymond.

January 10, 2022

Can’t-miss stops during a day trip to Punxsutawney

Punxsutawney Phil is an international household name. But did you know that in the Punxsutawney community there’s a whole host of groundhog-related activities that you can participate in during a day trip? Explore all the awesome things that Punxsutawney has to offer!

December 13, 2021

The Devil went down to the I-80 Frontier

Lou Bernard introduces author Henry Shoemaker who liked to write down local legends in the Clinton County area. Learn about a Christmas story that was probably not on your childhood bookshelf with "The Devil went down to the I-80 Frontier".

November 22, 2021

Helen Keller visits the PA Wilds

Helen Keller visited the PA Wilds in April of 1926 doing work for American Foundation For The Blind in Williamsport when she made a quick trip to Lock Haven.

October 21, 2021

‘We’re just happy to be in Bellefonte’: PA Wilds-based shop relocates to Bellefonte

“There’s a movement for people wanting to shop small and local,” says shop owner of Smith + Front Staci Egan. Step inside one of Bellefonte’s most historic gems — the Gamble Mill — and you’ll find a shop that’s been a longtime staple in the Pennsylvania Wilds. It’s just in a new spot. Smith + Front, a retail store previously based in Philipsburg, has opened in a new location in Bellefonte.