Spring has sprung in and outdoor adventure awaits in the Laurel Highlands! Hike and bike on the Great Allegheny Passage, chase epic waterfalls, and make a pit stop at a Laurel Highlands Pour Tour brewery, winery, cidery, distillery, or meadery -- there's so much to do. Here are 10 ways to enjoy spring in the Laurel Highlands! Cast your luck in…
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Miles and miles of pristine streams, runs, rivers, and lakes filled with cold mountain water make the Laurel Highlands region the perfect place to cast a line and soak in the scenic beauty. Trout season opens across Pennsylvania on April 1, and anglers will be hitting the waterways in search of more than just a nibble on their lines. “Fishing in…
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If you're a 90s baby or a video game lover, you're probably at least familiar with the game Animal Crossing. You know, the one where you (the only human) walk around a village filled with animal neighbors. Even the mayor is a tortoise. Well, if you didn't already know, the newest Animal Crossing game, New Horizons, is out now on Nintendo Switch…
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The beauty of the Laurel Highlands is well-known and unrivaled. And it doesn't happen effortlessly. The trails don't maintain themselves, fairies don't remove invasive plant species and the rivers aren't magically monitored. There are many conservation heroes, past and present, that contribute to the beauty of the Laurel Highlands. But in honor of…
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Fishing has long been a recreational pastime for many Americans and their families. Each year, an average of 81 million fishing trips are taken annually, according to the Marine Fish Conservation Network. In 2017, a record 101.6 million Americans headed outdoors and participated in activities such…
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If you are a fishing enthusiast, you have probably heard of the famous trout trail in the Laurel Highlands. A trout trail is basically a spectacular track for fishermen to journey along while fulfilling all they have ever dreamt to see. The Laurel Highlands is located in southwestern Pennsylvania and is made up of three counties: Fayette, Somerset…
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Experience four seasons of fun in the Laurel Highlands! Fill your next visit's itinerary with tons of seasonal adventures, from snowshoeing in the winter to zip lining in the summer there’s something for everybody! Spring Once the snow melts, try something new like an exhilarating zip lining or rock wall climbing experience at Nemacolin Woodlands…
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Looking for something new to try outdoors this winter? How about ice fishing? It may sound cold, but ice fishing in the Laurel Highlands is actually a very energizing adventure. Below are some of the amazing things you need to know about ice fishing. Fishing Gear You will need to put together your fishing gear before sitting out on the cold ice…
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Pennsylvania is a wonderful place for outdoor activities all year round. The beautiful scenery and natural resources make it the perfect state for hiking, skiing, camping and especially fishing. Pennsylvania is the perfect place to do some winter fishing. This is especially true in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands, where there are many beautiful…
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Traveling in winter is one of the best times to see the attractions of Laurel Highlands. The cold season turns the county into a winter wonderland with caps of snow blanketing the area brightening the panorama and giving it a serene look. Those with physical limitations might find it hard to go through extreme activities but there are less…
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