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: November 2007
Worldwide scavenger hunt
So there’s a big scavenger hunt about to start. Great Escape 2008 is the latest installment of an annual international competition that challenges 50 travelers to complete cultural challenges in 10 countries on four continents. They’re accepting applications for April’s … Continue reading
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Argentina, here we come!
Two months after we first started talking about taking a mid-winter trip, my college friend Laura and I have decided to head south instead. It’s not that we both don’t want to visit Italy (see previous entry here). It’s just … Continue reading
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One remarkable reprimand
Last night, I was standing in the middle of Union Station in Washington, D.C., with a group of friends from college, when a security guard approached us. We had just finished dinner at The Dubliner nearby and stopped in to … Continue reading
Posted in Jen's Journeys
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Kids v. Bulls?
I’ve never been to a bullfight, despite spending a month in Spain and visiting Mexico four times. I’m not so sure it’s on the list of things I want to experience. On the one hand, it’s a cultural event, a … Continue reading
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Control the craziness in the car
So, as you know if you read this post from yesterday, I am not driving far for Thanksgiving. Nor do I have children who may get antsy during the interminable ride to grandma/aunt/cousin/other relative’s house for Thanksgiving. Still, I couldn’t … Continue reading
Talk about wasteful!
When President Bush performs the 60th annual “pardoning of the turkey” ritual tomorrow, the lucky bird will get a first-class flight to Disney World. Wait — it gets better. The turkey will get a red-carpet welcome at Magic Kingdom and … Continue reading
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What I’m thankful for
First, I read this story that flights across the country are being delayed because of bad weather as we head into the biggest travel week of the year. Then, I looked at the gas pump this morning and cringed. I … Continue reading
Mixed message II
Mike Maloney of Windsor Township took this picture somewhere in the Catoctin Mountains of Maryland. Send us a photo of a sign you’ve spotted that made you do a double take or shake your head in awe: jvogelsong@ydr.com.
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Hiking the Triple Divide
Roger Guise of York Haven stops for lunch at the base of Triple Divide Peak in Glacier National Park, Montana. Water flowing from the different sides of this peak will eventually reach the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic oceans. A 7.2-mile … Continue reading
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Now open — really?
Mike Maloney of Windsor Township snapped this photo along Route 30 in West York. Send us a photo of a sign you’ve spotted that made you do a double take or shake your head in awe: jvogelsong@ydr.com.
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