Ohiopyle's Natural Water Slide: Meadow Run We're so spoiled by all the wonderful outdoor play opportunities that surround us here in Ohiopyle, we sometimes forget to tout some of the more unusual offerings. That is until someone asks us about natural water slides! This is our...
Western PA beer culture The legacy of brewing here in Western Pennsylvania, stretches way back, I mean way back. Have you ever heard of the Whiskey Rebellion? It was a small incident that took place in Fayette, Westmoreland and Greene counties, in 17934. It actually involved...
We feel an important part of traveling is about learning. When we visit historical sites we are often blown away by the current impact of events and names from 100+ years ago. What is the coolest strangest thing you have learned from your travels lately? Here is...
Never one to rest on his laurels, Thomas ‘Stonewall’ Jackson planned a foray against an inviting target on the Potomac River—Dam No. 5. Any blow, he believed, was better than nothing....
Last year our bike tour czar, Bill, started talking about building up a bike to use for touring, road riding, hard mountain biking, and rail trails. He wanted one bike that would do everything well. I was convinced he would end up with a bike that...
Yough River hatches are happening March Browns and Green Drakes can be found throughout the waters of Ohiopyle State Park. At this moment, May 21st, the March Browns are the most plentiful bug we are seeing. Large numbers of them, and they are really large bugs....
Ohiopyle + Memorial Day = Good times The weather forecast is looking spectacular for those heading to Ohiopyle for the weekend. Come enjoy Pennsylvania's largest state park, 20,000 acres of outdoor fun awaits you. If you don't already have plans to head our direction, that is OK. There...
Unique lodging is what we love! One of the great things about Colorado is the diversity in lodging, cabins hidden in canyons, world class private resorts, comfy B & B's to choose from. We have focused on finding off the beaten path unique lodging that is...
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Fun Biking Event for the entire family Head on down, or over, or what ever you need to do to get to the Great Western Bicycle Rally in Paso Robles, California this Memorial Day Weekend. A four day festival of all things cycling, you know, like...