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Centre of Adventure
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Centre of Adventure: Dogs can’t have all the fun
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At our house, we have this little routine. As soon as the trail shoes come out, our dog, Peggy, knows she is going on an adventure out in the forest. Peggy gets all excited to head to the trail (unless it is raining; then she would rather stay in bed), while our cat, Daniel the…
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A Golden Opportunity: One of the state’s top day hikes is just a short car ride away
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Sometimes a day hiking trip is just what the doctor ordered, and we in Centre County are lucky to be a short drive from what the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources says is one of the best day hikes in the whole commonwealth, the Golden Eagle Trail. With the trail’s beautiful views and…
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The Little Flat Fire Tower: A must-see, any time of year
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Rothrock State Forest is often said to be right in the Centre Region’s backyard. Indeed, it feels that way, with many trailheads and hiking trails less than 15 miles from the heart of State College. It is one of the reasons I love living here. Those who know me well won’t be surprised to see…
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Centre of Adventure: Exploring Shingletown Gap and the famous Roman Tower
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As we head into the coldest part of winter, most people probably are not thinking about hiking, but there is something about getting out in the woods during the colder months that really makes me happy. Maybe it is the quietness of the woods when there is snow on the ground, making one feel like…
