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Planning a Wedding?

March 20, 2013

The Pennsylvania Great Outdoors region offers unique wedding venues that combine the beauty of nature with the elegance you expect.[more]

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Wine Up in the Great Outdoors!

Who knew wine could be so much fun? You won't want to miss these wine events, tastings, and classes happening this season in the Great Outdoors region.[more]

The French & Indian War Encampment

Take a walk back in time and visit the beautiful Cook Forest State Park for a series of living history events depicting life during the French & Indian War.[more]

Cast your line in the Great Outdoors!

Let the lure of a quiet weekend of fishing in the Great Outdoors Region of Pennsylvania draw you to our beautiful lakes and streams this spring. Cast yourself into every angler’s dream with miles of streams, lakes and rivers...[more]

Cook Forest State Park

The picturesque Clarion River, the Cathedral of Ancient Pines, the panoramic view at Seneca Point, and the shows and festivals at the Sawmill Center for the Arts make Cook Forest one of the top state parks in the nation.[more]

Eat Healthy, Eat Local

Farmer's markets have a delicious selection of locally grown fruits and vegetables. From mouth-watering corn on the cob to juicy apples perfect for a pie![more]

Lighthouse Tours

Tour the Sherman Memorial Lighthouse, PA's newest lighthouse on the 22.5-acre Lighthouse Island, surrounded by the Allegheny River in Tionesta.[more]

A Hunting You Will Go...

For most folks, Pennsylvania’s fall hunting season is all about whitetail deer. But recent years have brought increased populations of wild turkey and black bear to our part of the state, greatly adding to the hunting...[more]