Centre of Adventure

Industry leaders say outdoor recreation is becoming a major force in the commonwealth’s economy The history of Pennsylvania was built upon its vast natural resources. Oil, coal, lumber, and natural gas helped build the nation and enrich those who tapped into them, often leaving behind environmental damage that is felt today. Luckily, thanks to those…

High Point Skatepark offers a much need place for the community to play and practice on wheels I am not exactly sure when — it looks like May 29 is the grand opening — but sometime this spring, perhaps by the time you are reading this, High Point Skatepark in State College will be opening…

For nearly a decade Centred Outdoors has been helping people connect with the natural world It is plain to see that when it comes to outdoor adventure, Centre County is a great place to be. All you have to do is step outside and look around. You will find many state parks and forests with…

The Red Mo kicks off paddling season with world-class competition Every year, hundreds of paddlers in canoes and kayaks gather in nearby Clearfield County to row, row, row their way downstream in the Red Moshannon Downriver Race. The event has served as a sort of kickoff to paddling season in Central Pennsylvania for a mind…

Well, it has been a while, but it looks like I better find my racing shoes. After all, some of the top trail runners in the world will soon be making their way to Happy Valley to run on my home turf in a trail running event now called Rothrock by UTMB (rothrock.utmb.world). As a…

For three years now, The Dead Canary Brewing Company has sat on its Front Street perch as a place for the community to gather over a pint or two of craft beer up in Philipsburg. Through some ups and downs, the small brewery and tap room has proved to be an indicator, in my mind…

Well, here we are again, fellow outdoor adventure lovers. It is cold. The leaves have all fallen off the trees. And, worst of all, there is a lot less daylight for doing fun things. Sometimes, during the heart of winter, it is dark when you leave your house for work in the morning, and by…

Every day, at trailheads and parks around this region, folks head off on outdoor adventures. Some hike, some run, some bike (both trail and road). Others skate, ski, or ride horses. Whatever the mode, each and every one of these folks is putting down their devices for a while so they can get outside and…

For years I have been exploring this area by foot, running and hiking my way around the many beautiful trails in Centre County and beyond. A few years back, with a little bit of arthritis creeping up in my old(ish) knees, the miles became harder. I realized that I sometimes need to give the knees…