Outdoors
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National parks will remain ‘generally’ open during the shutdown, but Liberty Bell doors are closed
A shutdown contingency plan released by the park service said “park roads, lookouts, trails, and open-air memorials will generally remain accessible to visitors.” However, parks without “accessible areas” will be closed, and sites currently open could close if damage is done to park resources or garbage is building up, the plan says.
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11 creepy facts about Pennsylvania that textbooks leave out
You may not have learned these unsettling facts about Pennsylvania in school.
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From turkeys, rabbits, pheasants to geese, here’s a look at Pa.’s new hunting seasons
While Pennsylvania is well-known for deer hunting, there are many other hunting seasons that are soon opening, including for rabbits, grouse, pheasants and turkeys.
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Your guide to leaf-peeping in Pennsylvania
When and where to see peak foliage across the state this fall.
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‘Ooh’ and ‘ah’ at fall foliage on Pennsylvania’s prettiest autumn drives
Pennsylvania’s scenic drives wind past charming towns, historic sites, and sweeping landscapes, all enhanced by the beauty of fall colors.
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Lemonade for a cause: Millcreek teen raises more than $7,200 for charities
When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade, sell it and donate the profits to various causes.That’s at least what 13-year-old Millcreek Township resident Aaron Kehl has done since the COVID-19 pandemic.
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One of only 24 houseboats allowed at Presque Isle State Park is on the market
The houseboat at 4 Horseshoe Pond was listed for sale on Aug. 12 with an asking price of $359,900.
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Hunting season set to begin in PA — this year, with extra Sundays
Pennslyvania forests are open for hunting Sept. 14, the first Sunday after the law goes into effect this weekend.
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Fall is approaching! Here are 11 festivals & events in Pa. to add to your calendar
Celebrate the harvest season and the state’s changing foliage at these fall festivals in Pennsylvania.
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8 extreme Pennsylvania weather events that were caught on tape
From tornadoes to blizzards, watch the wild Pennsylvania weather events that were captured on film.
