Soon the house will be full of the smells of pies, stuffing, turkey and ham. Extra chairs will be brought out from storage. Parents will dust the places in the house that typically get overlooked, and kids will anxiously await the arrival of their favorite aunts, uncles and cousins. The holiday travel season is here! Whether you have family visiting the PA Wilds for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah or New Year’s, there’s nothing like welcoming your extended family members and making them feel at home.
Each year, hundreds of thousands of travelers make their way to the Pennsylvania Wilds, eager to get a view of some of the most gorgeous fall foliage in the world. These “leaf peepers,” as they’re called, know there’s something special about Pennsylvania’s autumn leaves… scientifically, Pennsylvania is a prime viewing spot.
Spend your Fridays this fall on the patio with Village Eatinghouse! In September and October, Clay and Melanie host a weekly barbecue from 10am-7pm at their roadside barbecue stand at 1002 Pine Glen Road Karthaus, PA. Find an assortment of delicious food and good company while enjoying the fall foliage of the Pennsylvania Wilds.
Books take us on new adventures! Sometimes those adventures are mental journeys, which we can read from the comfort of an armchair while envisioning historical events or faraway destinations. Other times, those adventures are quite literal... guidebooks can tag along with you on your explorations, providing you with maps and expert tips. Whatever type of adventure you enjoy, we have books on the PA Wilds Marketplace that can take you there.
It is officially 5 months until Christmas! Why not start the celebration now? Christmas in July is our chance to celebrate in the warm weather, on the beach, hiking trail, campground, and more! Here on the PA Wilds Marketplace, we are joining the festivities. Check out these Makers offering new products, free shipping, and other sales on the marketplace from July 23 through July 26!
May 11-18, 2025 is National "I Love My State Parks Week," a time to appreciate our most cherished places - our state parks! This week is meant to increase visibility of state parks by sharing their stories, benefits, and how to access them in order to connect with the public to share their memories, stories, and photos and to bring to new visitors to the region.
