Skyline Drive at Shenandoah National Park is hands down my favorite place to ride. Breathtaking views, challenging terrain, limited traffic, cooler weather – the park should be on every cyclists’ list of places to visit on the East Coast. I’ve been fortunate to have ridden there several times, so here are a few quick tips […]
One of my favorite parts of summer is Meadow Tea, a chilled tea brewed with fresh apple mint (mentha suaveolens). This is a fairly common drink in Pennsylvania Dutch areas, particularly among Mennonite and Amish communities. It’s definitely an acquired taste – most people either love it or hate it. I love it, so I’m […]
South-central Pennsylvania is blessed with some breath-taking scenery. Whether you’re a serious hiker or just passing through, here are some of the best views around Franklin County and nearby areas. 5. Cowans Gap State Park Nestled between Cove Mountain and Tuscarora Mountain, Cowans Gap State Park offers great opportunities for hiking, swimming, camping, and more. […]
If you’re a writer, English teacher or just live to read, here’s one road trip you need to make at some point in your life. Spend a couple days making your way through New England and experience many of the best writers this country has known. Start the tour in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., at Washington Irving’s […]