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 2008
Yes, he’s really Amish
I was pretty surprised when I saw this group of tourists posing for photos with their Amish buggy driver (far left) I thought the Amish didn’t allow people to take their picture? Menno is the Amish driver pictured here with … Continue reading
Posted in Backyard Travels, Issues, Jen's Journeys
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Quiet sounds
I wanted to find out where York County residents find peace and escape the chaos of modern life. Sue Herman of Spring Grove responded with this remedy:
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Places of peace
If your life is anything like mine lately, there aren’t enough hours in the day, enough money in the bank account or energy to spare. And the holidays — with all their family demands and gift-giving stresses — are just … Continue reading
Amish in the strip malls?
If you’re more interested in seeing this than thiswhen you go to Lancaster County, keep an eye on this blog over the next week or two. I’ll be sharing some tips on how to get the most authentic experience when … Continue reading
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On Hallowed Ground
I spent several hours in and around Gettysburg today doing reporting for an upcoming story about area tourism. I drove a bit of the National Military Park auto tour, and was pretty impressed. Even though the chilly, rainy day kept … Continue reading
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Life is good in these parts
I was in Lancaster County today doing reporting for an upcoming story about tourism in the area. As I rounded a curve near the town of Intercourse, I came upon this message. I’m thinking the writer isn’t so much making … Continue reading
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Fall foliage
Here are a couple more pictures from my weekend hike my hike a few weekends ago at Colonel Denning State Park. If you haven’t yet gotten your annual dose of color, you had better do it soon. I was out … Continue reading
Obama tourism
You knew it was only a matter of time. Now that Barack Obama is officially our country’s next president, the places he has links to are working to capitalize on their piece of the story. Anyone who listened to him … Continue reading
Holiday shopping
If you’ve had your fill of gift cards, electronics and kitchen gadgets, head to the alumni hall of York College’s student union building between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Friday for a sale of global fair trade merchandise provided by … Continue reading
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October in Ohiopyle
YDR food writer Nicki Lefever and her husband, Nate, contemplated going on another cruise for their October vacation, but decided a camping trip was in order instead. Below is her report:
