State Outdoors
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Late summer Pennsylvania adventures to squeeze in before the school bell rings
Just because school is almost back in session doesn’t mean you can’t get in one more family adventure before summer gives way to fall.
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Pennsylvania’s extraordinary zoos: A wonderland of wildlife and adventure
The wonders of the animal kingdom await at the numerous zoos and wildlife parks scattered throughout Pennsylvania.
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Illuminating adventures: Your guide to moonlight hiking in Pennsylvania’s summer wonderland
Pennsylvania, with its many hiking trails, is a great place to take your first moonlight hike. We’ve put together an introductory guide to help you find the ideal spot, and what you should know before you set out on the trail.
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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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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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Traveling with your pup? Visit these 7 dog-friendly attractions in Pennsylvania
Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to hit the road with your four-legged family members and visit these dog-friendly Pennsylvania attractions.
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It’s official: Pennsylvania is home to the best snow-tubing hill in the country
Camelback Resort in the Poconos, celebrated for its exceptional snow sports offerings, has recently earned the accolade of being named the no. 1 place for snow tubing in the USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2023. The Tannersville resort is just a 90-minute drive from New York City and two hours from Philadelphia,…
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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.
