Tag Archives: Centre County

Jackson Trail: Jo Hayes Vista to Old Pine Vista

Running along the weathered summit of Tussey Mountain the Jackson Trail connects Jo Hayes Vista and Route 26 to the Mid-State Trail.  On the way to Old Pine Vista you encounter numerous scenic views on the northern and southern slopes of the mountain that look … Continue reading

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Top 10 Pictures – Fall 2011

Well here we are once again Fall is over Winter has begun and I miserably await the arrival of spring when I plan to wear out the bottom of both of my kayaks, my fishing poles and several pairs of boots.  … Continue reading

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Winkelblech Vista & The Legend Of Hairy John

High on the side of Winkelblech Mountain this roadside vista overlooks Route 45 as it climbs through the mountains on its way towards Woodward, below beside the highway are the Hairy John Picnic Area and Voneida Run.  Directly across from the … Continue reading

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Black Gap Vista

Standing at Black Gap Vista allows you to look out over the small valley between Nittany and Hall Mountains.  Below you about 3 miles or so down the valley White Deer Creek begins its eastwards journey towards the Susquehanna River.  … Continue reading

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Top 10 Pictures – Spring And Summer 2011

With summer now ended and autumn beginning I thought that I’d take a couple of minutes to pour through all of the pictures I have of this summer and spring and share some of my favorites.  After narrowing down the … Continue reading

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Grass Mountain Loop

Beginning at Penn Roosevelt State Park this hike takes you up Grass Mountain before continuing down into the Alan Seeger Natural Area where you’ll encounter a tract of old-growth Hemlocks with some being nearly 500 years old.  As you follow the trail on … Continue reading

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