Cook Forest State Park
For more than a century, the woodland charms of Cook Forest have attracted vacationers in search of peace and quiet in nature. Cook Forest State Park is best known for its awe-inspiring stands of old-growth hemlock and white pine trees, some of which rank among the...
The Purpose is to Connect
Art is often born from the combination of a human desire to create and to feel something. The artist invites us into their world to feel connected—to them, to their experience, or to our shared experiences as humans. Caylene Gilmore creates her art with beautifully...
Little Toby Water Trail
From its genesis near the small town of Kersey in south-central Elk County, Little Toby Creek cuts through a beautiful valley lined with hardwood forests. As it works its way southwest and slowly begins to widen, it approaches Brockway, then turns north towards the...
History Made Here
Pennsylvania’s Great Outdoors region has a rich history filled with significant events and noteworthy people that helped build a growing nation. As you drive around the region, take note of the historical marker signs you see along the roadways. You may be surprised...
A Spring Tradition: Opening Day of Trout Season
There are certain signs of spring in Pennsylvania’s Great Outdoors Region that never change: longer days, budding trees, and the unmistakable buzz of anglers gearing up for one of the year’s most anticipated outdoor traditions—Opening Day of Trout Season. Every year,...
