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October 1, 2020

Take a Spin at Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area

The Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area in Dauphin County is just over 2 miles away from Fort Hunter Mansion and Park near the historic capital of Harrisburg. The Preserve was donate by Alexander Boyd in 1999, with a restrictive covenant. It can only be used for conservation, education, and non-motorized recreational activities. The exception is motorize wheelchair and motorized […]

Pennsylvania 1 min read
September 29, 2020

Swatara State Park,What you must have if you go!

Swatara State Park is beautiful but without a good pair of hiking shoes, a horse, a canoe, or a bike; then you will have a hard time enjoying this park. The park is filled with wonderful trails for mountain bikers… The Swatara Rail Trail for hikers, bikers, and horse riders. The trails all through the park including a water trail. […]

Pennsylvania 1 min read
September 25, 2020

A Day Dream at Raymond B. Winter State Park

As I drove into the park, my eyes feasted on the beauty of it. The tall streets, the picnic areas, rock walls, and so much more. Before you even get out of the car, you have these great views of the lake and picnic areas. Plus Rocky Walls as you enter the park. Two of the parking areas are across […]

Pennsylvania 2 min read
September 22, 2020

Come have a Picnic in Lick Hollow Picnic Area

Open between Memorial Day to Labor Day but closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Lick Hollow Picnic Area is located just off Route 40 highway on your way up to Summit Inn, Laurel Cavern, and Jumonville Glen which are within a few minutes. Plus Fort Necessity, Mount Washington Tavern, and Braddock Grave which are within a few miles. This is […]

Pennsylvania 1 min read