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One of 15 man-made ponds at Buzzard Swamp Wildlife Viewing and Hiking Area. (photo: Christopher Maggio)

Buzzard Swamp: Prime Spot for Hiking, Biking, and Fishing in Allegheny National Forest (Mon., 10/5/20)

Buzzard Swamp in Allegheny National Forest

The downstream view of Laurel Hill Creek from the bridge.|At this point the trail closely follows Laurel Hill Creek.

Laurel Hill State Park: Old Growth Hemlocks and Mountain Streams Highlight Hike

Laurel Hill offers a variety of hikes and other recreational activities.

South Park Game Preserve: Where the Buffalo Roam (Wed., 9/23/20)

South Park Game Preserves

Allegheny Land Trust Has Many Local Green Spaces (Tues., 9/8/20)

Allegheny Land Trust

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Summertime Swim Spots (Sun., 9/6/20)

Summertime Swimming Spots

McConnells Mill StatePark is known for its beautiful scenery and rock formations. (photo: Christopher Maggio)

McConnells Mill State Park Offers Hiking, History, and Rock Climbing (Mon., 9/2/20)

McConnells Mill State Park

One of 15 man-made ponds at Buzzard Swamp Wildlife Viewing and Hiking Area. (photo: Christopher Maggio)

Buzzard Swamp: Prime Spot for Hiking, Biking, and Fishing in Allegheny National Forest (Mon., 8/31/20)

Buzzard Swamp

South Park Game Preserve: Where the Buffalo Roam (Tues., 8/25/20)

South Park Game Preserve

Sycamore Island is a 'Green Space' haven river-bound and close to town.

Allegheny Land Trust Has Many Serene Green Spaces (Tues., 8/11/20)

Allegheny Land Trust Green Spaces

at four stages of a deft ride down the falls at Ohiopyle State Park—which also offers many outdoor thrills for visitors who aren't kayak ninjas. (Photo: 'Wwkayaker22' via Wikipedia)

Ohiopyle State Park and Surrounding Attractions (Mon., 8/10/20)

Ohiopyle State Park

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