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: July 2008
I say mountain pie, you think….
… what? I’m always amazed by how many people I meet (some of them campers themselves) who have never heard of mountain pies. Me, I grew up with the hot pies cooked between two slices of bread inside a hot … Continue reading
Posted in How to, The great outdoors
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Trapeze video
I hate the way my voice sounds, but other than that, I think this video of me flying on a trapeze in Baltimore two weeks ago is pretty freakin’ cool. All credit for its coolness goes to YDR photographer/videographer extraordinaire … Continue reading
Posted in Backyard Travels, Jen's Journeys
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Where I live
Normalville! Ha! Makes me want to knock on the doors and interview the residents, maybe hang around town for a few days to see what normal looks like, you know? And then there’s the whole philosophical discussion of what is … Continue reading
Posted in Jen's Journeys, Sign spotting
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Man versus nature
To continue with the string of posts from my weekend in and around Ohiopyle State Park, I offer you this crazy example of man versus nature. Two friends and I were enjoying the natural waterslides (more on that later) and … Continue reading
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Huh?
This sign above the restrooms in the Ohiopyle visitor’s center (a former train station — see photo below) had me totally perplexed. As I waited my turn in line, I thought about it probably a little too much. How would … Continue reading
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Camping at Ricketts Glen
Jen generously donated me some blog time to share about my weekend camping trip to Ricketts Glen State Park, which is about 30 miles north of Bloomsburg on Route 487.. Sitting here in my cubicle, the camp-fire smell is still … Continue reading
Posted in Backyard Travels, Guest posts, The great outdoors
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Travel grant up for grabs
The online travel community Dodo.com is offering to fund an expedition of up to $7,500 for the person who submits the most extraordinary travel itinerary in the most exotic destinations. The grant will be awarded to the applicant who best … Continue reading
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Don’t want to live on this street
Spotted in the town of Ohiopyle this weekend. Strangely enough, it wasn’t anywhere near a fire department or ambulance association or other emergency service provider location that I could tell. It seemed to be a residential alley.
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Turnpike troubles
It isn’t every day you see fathers letting their toddlers play in the middle of turnpike lanes. Or strangers seated on a towel on the shoulder, tossing cards between them in an impromptu game to pass the time. Or friends … Continue reading
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The cheesy, odd and fun
Find the offbeat attractions near where you’re traveling next at this site: www.roadsideamerica.com. I’m not sure how thorough or useful it will be though because the only attractions listed for the York area are the Weightlifting Hall of Fame and … Continue reading
