About this blog
We live in the perfect location. Philly, Pittsburgh, B-more and NYC are just a drive away. As for me, I'm on a quest for the quirky. Want to learn more about things like outhouse races, a tug of war competition with the Amish, a boulder field with rocks that ring like bells, and more? Then stick with me. Come along as I (Andrea) explore the wilds (wooded, urban or otherwise) in our world, our state and our county.
Monthly Archives: May 2007
Let’s go… ride a bike
I love riding along York’s rail trail, but it can get monotonous if you pedal it so often you have every stone memorized. Thing is, it’s hard to find a place to ride where you don’t have to worry about … Continue reading
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Welcome home, now wait a few hours
Used to be, I looked forward to returning home at the end of an interational trip. I enjoyed going through customs because — unlike when you’re entering a foreign country — this time you get to stand in the short … Continue reading
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My favorite place
Well, actually, I have too many favorite places to pick just one, but right now, after three days of camping at Deep Creek Lake State Park, I’m reminded of just how much I love sitting by a campfire. Here are … Continue reading
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Hiking week starts tomorrow
It’s Memorial Day weekend, and the weather forecast basically says: Take advantage of the nice weather and go do something outside! If you’re staying in Pennsylvania, check out all the events scheduled as part of PA Hiking Week, which begins … Continue reading
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Customer service? What’s that?
It’s been a bad week. Sunday, I read this story from The Patriot-News about a couple with young children who got a pretty raw deal by American Airlines. Their experience brings up the hot subject of traveler’s rights (although sometimes … Continue reading
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Just in time…
So, just as I was beginning to dread spending more than three hours in the car — likely stuck in traffic — Friday afternoon enroute to camping in western Maryland, this wonderful little item came in the mail. I tried … Continue reading
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Chill close to home
With gas prices hovering at the $3 mark, I almost wish I were sticking closer to home this Memorial Day weekend. Maybe, say, floating around the lake at Gifford Pinchot State Park, like my friend Emma (pictured above). Or hiking … Continue reading
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Sign mystery solved — kind of
For a couple of years now, I’ve wondered about these little signs that pop up around eastern Cumberland County near where I live. I always say I’m going to remember where they are, return with my bike and try to … Continue reading
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A packer’s dilemma
This morning, I mentally kicked myself as I stood shivering outside a barn in Adams County while out on a story: Why didn’t I bring a jacket? It’s not like I don’t have plenty of jackets. It’s just that when … Continue reading
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Cruisin’ by Lady Liberty
John and Jane Bailey of Spring Grove sailed down the Hudson River on the inagural cruise of Royal Caribbean International’s new ship, The Liberty, earlier this month. The couple, who own Bailey Travel in York, were invited on a two-night, … Continue reading
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