Roll Out The Monarch Red Carpet

When you think about butterflies, the iconic Monarch Butterfly immediately comes to mind.  With a wingspan of 8 to 10 centimeters, the Monarch’s brilliant orange with bold black lines is one of the most recognized and appreciated features of the American landscape. Its bright colors are carried from the caterpillar stage to the splendor of the butterfly. The colors also help …

Bloomsburg Fair Pre-Fair Day

Excited for the Bloomsburg Fair?  The Fair runs from Saturday, September 24th thru Saturday, October 1st. Pre-Fair day is this Friday, September 23rd.  Pre-Fair Day is a chance for people to enjoy the 161st Bloomsburg Fair without the large crowds.  This day traditionally also serves as a good “practice day” for new vendors to make sure the week of Fair runs smoothly. Gates …

Roaring Creek Trail Drive-Through

On October 16, 2016, the District Forester for the Weiser Forest District will provide the public with a unique opportunity to drive on the Roaring Creek Trail through the Weiser State Forest, Roaring Creek Tract.  The drive-through will begin at 9:00 AM, starting at the Route 42 parking lot gate; the gate will remain open until 2:00 PM.  Traffic will …

Knoebels Golden Ticket Awards

Visiting Knoebels this weekend? If so, you might be happy to learn that it’s a one-stop location where you can ride the world’s best carousel, taste the best food, enjoy the thrill of the second best wooden roller coaster, and experience a host of other top five “best-ofs” in the amusement industry. During a recent event at Cedar Point in …