Outdoors
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Your official rock hunting guide to Pennsylvania’s coolest native stones
Pennsylvania’s varied geology makes it an ideal place to hunt for unique rocks, crystals, gemstones, fossils, and minerals.
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Lawmakers advance proposal to greatly expand Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania
A bill passed by the state House would authorize Sunday hunting for about five years. Current law allows three days of Sunday hunting: a day during rifle deer season, a day during archery deer season and a third day at the Game Commission’s discretion.
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The Philly Bucket List: 23 fun-filled adventures
Check these things to do off your Philly bucket list.
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How to celebrate the summer solstice across Pennsylvania
Celebrate the longest day of the year and the start of the summer season at these Pennsylvania hikes, festivals, and dinners commemorating the summer solstice.
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We asked, you answered: Have you ever had an encounter with a black bear in Pennsylvania?
We asked our newsletter readers if they’ve ever encountered a black bear in Pennsylvania. Turns out, quite a few have. Bears wandering out of the forests and into neighborhoods is not uncommon in Pennsylvania, especially in spring and summer. According to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, as the summer breeding season approaches, bears tend to roam…
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6 tips to keep bears from wandering onto your property
Whether you live deep in bear country or the more densely populated suburbs around Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, experts say limiting access to potential food sources is the best way to discourage bears from wandering onto your property.
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Pennsylvania’s 4 best budget-friendly vacations, according to readers
Looking for the best cheap vacation spots in Pennsylvania? Our readers have chosen the top four budget-friendly vacation options in the Keystone State.
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These 4 summer camps will keep your kids entertained all summer long
There’s a summer camp in Pennsylvania perfect for every kid.
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4 places in Pennsylvania you can explore for free
There are 4 places every frugal person should visit in Pennsylvania.
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7 great Pennsylvania bodies of water for your summer adventures
Whether you’re looking for an action-packed river trip or a lazy weekend on the lake, Pennsylvania has a body of water for you.
