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[17 Nov 2008 | One Comment | 1,424 views]
Winter Camping

Well, if you’re like us, the camper has been winterized with the infamous “pink stuff”, roof air conditioner is covered, and the “feet” are put up for the winter. I got some of those huge ziplock bags and put all of our paper products, pillows, linens, towels, and such inside so they won’t mildew or smell musty next spring. Now it’s the long, cold WAIT for spring.

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[10 Oct 2008 | No Comment | 659 views]
Visiting Shanksville

Two years ago, near the anniversary of 9/11, we had the opportunity to do some sightseeing around Johnstown and Shanksville while on a camping trip.  We checked out the Johnstown Flood Museum.  The video they showed was so impressive, we bought it to bring home and show our family.
We lucked out in that the weather was beautiful – upper 70s and sunny the whole time.  Perfect for walking around outside.
You can get a map from the Visitors Bureau in Johnstown that lists I think 15 historic covered bridges in the …

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[28 Sep 2008 | One Comment | 1,279 views]
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[27 Sep 2008 | No Comment | 851 views]
Mercer County, PA

If you plan to visit Mercer County, PA – just north of Pittsburgh, we recommend this campground. Nice roads for riding bikes, too. It’s close to fishing, hiking, and shopping. It’s family owned and I’ve always received very personalized attention from the staff.