Stoney Creek Inn

Hike to Stony Mountain Fire Lookout Tower- PA

A video describing the hike to the Stony Mountain Fire Lookout tower in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, not far from Harrisburg. The video begins at the 325 (Clarks Valley Road) Appalachian Trailhead, follows the AT briefly, forks right onto H. Knauber Trail (red blaze) and reaches the summit of Stony Mountain in State Game Lands 210, also called Anthony's Wilderness. From the summit, you make a right at the cairn and follow the blue blaze trail directly to the firetower, which is about 125 feet tall and offers outstanding views across Dauphin County. This is easily my favorite hike of the area.
Quick Facts- Trailhead elevation: 533 feet. Summit elevation: 1687 feet. Elevation gain: 1154 feet. Distance (one way): about 1.7 miles. Closest towns: Dauphin, Enders, Grantville, Ft. Indiantown Gap, Harrisburg.

Chris Ketchem on the Rope Swing in Dauphin Pa

This is when I met the water, and the water was good... Tree+Rope+Water= FUN FUN FUN for everyone );^)

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hiking Stony Mountain | 30 June 2009

Hiking to and on Stony Mountain in Dauphin County, central Pennsylvania, on Pennsylvania State Game Lands #211. Stony Mountain -- parts of which are found in Dauphin and Lebanon counties -- is one of the ridges of the Ridge and Valley physiographic province. The Ridge and Valley physiographic province is found in parts of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama.

This hike began on the Appalachian Trail, and then, after a relatively short distance (perhaps a quarter of a mile or so), we veered onto the Henry Knauber Trail. The HKT brings hikers to the top of Stony Mountain in a more or less direct hike up the north side of Stony Mountain ridge. Mistakenly, on the day of this hike, I misremembered my experience hiking here seven years before. Also, I believe that some new trails had been established since my previous hiking experience. This resulted in an unsatisfying experience in which me and my companions did not reach our goal: the Devils Race Course blockfield. (See the related videos Devils Race Course | 13 July 2009 parts 1 and 2 to see the video record of a hiking experience that was successful in its goal.)

Some basic rules for hiking these forest trails:

(1) The Appalacian Trail is marked everywhere by large (2 X 6) vertically-oriented, rectangular white blaze marks on tree trunks at about eye-level or higher.

(2) Each blaze mark should be visible from the last blaze mark.

Keeping these simple rules in mind -- and had I been thinking -- I would have realized that turning onto the Henry Knauber Trail -- which is marked by red blazes -- was a mistake in terms of repeating my previous hiking experience.

One of the best resources to have before hiking the trails in this area, is the excellent well-produced map series titled APPALACHIAN TRAIL IN PENNSYLVANIA, specifically the map for SECTIONS 7 & 8, SUSQUEHANNA RIVER TO SWATARA GAP. The APPALACHIAN TRAIL IN PENNSYLVANIA map series is published by the Keystone Trails Association (website: kta-hike.org). Each map, adding in the shipping and handling, costs about $10. Get this map and give it a bit of study before heading out to this area.

The U.S. Geological Survey 1:24,000 scale topographic maps covering this area are the ENDERS, PA and GRANTVILLE, PA quadrangles.

Elevation at the bridge crossing Clark Creek (beginning of hike) is approximately 530 feet (162 meters) above sea level. Elevation along the ridge top of Stony Mountain is approximately 1620 feet (494 meters). Total elevation gain during hike = 1090 feet (332 meters). Total distance hiked on this day was approximately 4 miles (7 km).

A Great two day overnight Adventure on the Appalachian Trail, Clarks Ferry to PA 325

FastSetup at mt Cheaha

Fly Fishing

Swatara Creek Smallmouth Bass fishing nice catch on a popper

Hiking Pennsylvania: Boyd Big tree preserve

Exploring this state park located in Dauphin county.

Historic Beidleman House c.1850

Historic Beidleman House c.1850

This beautiful historic home was once the summer home of the 12th Lt. Governor of Pennsylvania, Edward E. Beidleman (1873 – 1929). A gorgeous blend of modern amenities and historic detailing, this spacious brick & stucco home features 5+ bedrooms & 3 bathrooms, stunning stain glass, vintage architectural detail, 1950’s tiled bathrooms, outstanding wood floors, custom woodwork, porches & gardens, all on 1.7 acre private lot. With views of the Susquehanna River and the relaxing sounds of nearby Stony Creek Falls, this historic estate has not been on the market in 70 years. Originally a Pre-Civil War barn for the historic Gerry West House across Stony Creek and then converted to a dormitory for tannery workers, the Beidleman House is now a spacious private estate, perfect for entertaining and just minutes from the town Dauphin, with charming shops & restaurants.
By contributing a measure of “tender loving care”, the next stewards can join the handful of previous caretakers of this extraordinary estate, in honoring the spirit & soul of the 1850 landmark and enjoy the wonderful benefits of owning a unique piece of Pennsylvania history.

This is a home of rare and beautiful distinction, close to Harrisburg, Gettysburg & Philadelphia, yet a world away.

Gravel Hill Road to Sand Beach Road on the Swatara Creek

Floating and fishing my way downstream.
A detailed map of the Swatara Creek

Secrets of the Swatara 2016 Sojourn

Lebanon PA, May 7-8, 2016: Coordinated by the Swatara Watershed Association on their 28th annual Swatara Sojourn, paddlers floated from 1929 Blacks Bridge Road, Annville, Lebanon County PA to Middletown Boat Launch, Dauphin County PA.

In addition to seeing Indian Echo Caverns, the Union Canal Tow Path, numerous bridges, many under repair, the M&H Railroad line, limestone outcrops, HersheyPark Campground...,the wildlife on this sojourn was inspiring--over 100 turtles, mostly snappers, a bald eagle, great blue heron rookery, a frog, and more were around every bend in the Swatara. I don't know about you, but I'm feeling blessed right now.

Sure a few canoes tipped, but that was to be expected. Everyone was a good sport, followed directions, and worked together as a team. Good job!

I hope your muscles are returning to normal, and that you didn't get sunburned too much.

Even with the high water, you pulled a significant amount of trash from the Swatara to leave it better than we found it. The fellows from Renaissance Crossroads were a big help unloading the canoe garbage barges. They also moved the picnic tables into place for us at the Watershed campground.

We want to thank all of our sponsors too. Without them, we couldn't have covered expenses.

All of our presenters were pro-bono this year. Special thanks go out to Dick Blouch with the Lebanon Valley Conservancy, Sally Zanio with the Manada Conservancy, and Mike Willeman, project leader on the Bordner Cabin renovations.

To the safety team, photographers, and shore support. Thank you for your tremendous service. We truly appreciate your joint efforts to provide a safe and fun event.

First Ice Fishing Lake Trout Trip of the year!! (Northern Manitoba)

Northern Manitoba is one of my favorite places to fish, and on this trip we head up to Caribou Lodge in Cranberry Portage to target Lake Trout! There are so many bodies of water to explore in the north and a handful of different species you can chase!

For information on ice fishing in Manitoba, please visit (Travel Manitoba Website)

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Devil's Racecourse on Sharp Mt in Dauphin County, PA

Devil's Racecourse on Sharp Mt in Dauphin County, PA. This is a natural deposit of old rock left by the glaciers some time ago. It's not the easiest place to get to, but can be somewhat accessed from Rattling Run Trail.

Fall Creek Falls, TN October 2019

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Tuscaloosa Flooding: North Hampton April 16, 2015

This video shows minor flooding in the North Hampton neighborhood in Tuscaloosa and near Northport during heavy rain on Thursday, April 16, 2015. (Video courtesy of David Ikard)

Hiking McKay Hollow Trail, Monte Sano State Park, Alabama

The McKay Hollow Trail is a 4 mile out and back trail located in Monte Sano State Park, near Huntsville, Alabama (we combined McKay Hollow with the South Plateau Loop Trail on this day to make a 4 mile loop hike instead).

We had a beautiful day with the temperatures not too hot for summer in Alabama and the humidity relatively low for this time of year. This trail features a small waterfall (only a trickle on this day due to dry weather) and a steep descent into a deep and refreshingly cool valley; or hollow as they say around here. During the summer season, the views are few and filtered, but the forest is beautiful and green. There is no reliable water along this trail, so make sure to bring plenty along.

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Swatara Sojourn 2009

Sunday, May 3, paddler's stopped for lunch at the Water Works canoe launch in East Hanover Township, Lebanon County.

History of Mobile, Alabama | Wikipedia audio article

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00:01:32 1 Conquistadors: 1519 to 1559
00:03:15 2 Colonial period
00:03:24 2.1 French Louisiana: 1702 to 1763
00:08:05 2.2 British West Florida: 1763 to 1780
00:08:56 2.3 Spanish West Florida: 1780 to 1812
00:09:41 2.4 Republic of West Florida
00:10:54 3 Territorial period
00:11:04 3.1 Mississippi Territory: 1813 to 1817
00:12:05 3.2 Alabama Territory: 1817 to 1819
00:12:45 4 After statehood
00:12:54 4.1 Antebellum:1820 to 1860
00:15:27 4.2 Civil War: 1861 to 1865
00:17:18 4.3 Post war: 1866 to 1899
00:19:22 5 Modern period
00:19:31 5.1 Early 20th century: 1900 to 1949
00:22:58 5.2 Late 20th century: 1950 to 1999
00:28:02 5.3 21st century: 2000 to present
00:29:29 6 See also



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Mobile was founded as the capital of colonial French Louisiana in 1702 and remained a part of New France for over 60 years. During 1720, when France warred with Spain, Mobile was on the battlefront, so the capital moved west to Biloxi. In 1763, Britain took control of the colony following their victory in the Seven Years War. Following the American Revolutionary War, Mobile did not become a part of the United States, as it was part of territory captured by Spain from Great Britain in 1780.
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