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By: Betsy Welch Although March sounds spring-like, it doesn’t always feel like it. Snow is still a possibility, as is cold weather. However, March also means longer days and a natural transition toward becoming more active. Therefore, it’s a great time to start gearing up for...

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Here is the route overview for the San Juan Island Bike Tour. We have rated this tour as a "3" because most of these routes are between 19-38 miles long. However, the San Juan Islands are not flat! Most of the climbs are short and...

Fall fly fishing is a unique experience on the Youghiogheny. One of the fun, yet frustrating parts of fishing this river are the dynamic conditions that are often unpredictable. Finding and exploiting subtle consistencies on a river where they’re rare will typically produce success. Once Yough...

In the upcoming 2019 season, we will continue to bring you our classic rail-trail, road and mountain bike tours, many of which explore our wonderful US National Parks. We also are delighted to bring you two brand new tours, one new road bike tour in Williamsburg,...

Don’t let summer slip away! If you haven't come to Ohiopyle yet for an adventure, here’s a checklist to get you started on the fun before Labor Day weekend rolls around! ...

  Your Proven Packing List for Self-Supported GAP Bicycle Touring A fully-loaded bike, ready for a self-supported tour on the GAP.[/caption] What to bring on your GAP trail tour is really important! If you’re planning to ride the Great Allegheny Passage, self supported, from end to end,...

Many cyclists are used to fueling their rides with manufactured energy foods like Clif Bars, chewy sugar blocks and electrolyte drinks like Gatorade. Many cyclists are also familiar with nagging, uncomfortable stomach issues during long rides or workouts. But by using your own homemade energy...

Mountain biking in Pennsylvania is one of the best activities to do! And the PA Laurel Highlands is the best place in the state for it (but maybe we're biased). Pennsylvania’s mountain bike trails are rugged, rocky and full of roots. Many of them are maintained...