Lancaster From the Inn Side
Go Play Outside…on The Susquehanna
“Rowing, Rowing, Rowing on the River!” It has been a long hot summer in Lancaster County. When my nephew Jesse visited us, we decided that a cool way to spend an afternoon would be on the river. I had long wanted to go kayaking at Shank’s Mare. Getting there was easy. It’s located in a …
Staying Warm During the Winter in Lancaster County
Lancaster County received its first significant snowfall Wednesday – about 9 inches of the stuff. So on Thursday afternoon, Bruce and I packed up our cross-country skis and headed to Nolde Forest, only 20 minutes away on Route 625; actually it's just over the border in Berks County. There’s no better place to appreciate the …
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The Road to Winterthur Leads to Lancaster County
On a rare day off from the inn, Bruce and I visited Winterthur Museum. We always enjoy our visits, but the special exhibit called Paint, Pattern and People that features the furniture of Southwestern Pennsylvania from the period of 1725 – 1850 really delivered. Whether it was carved angels from a church in Mt. Joy …
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A Taste of Lancaster County, Now Available Nationwide
Want to keep cool on a hot day? Head to the Turkey Hill Experience in Columbia. You’ll be able to spend a couple of hours learning the story behind ice tea and ice cream--and even step inside a cooler. I love the lights at the entrance - they look like old milk cans! …
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Enjoying the Red, White and Green of Lancaster County
Lancaster County wineries sure know how to throw a party. Whether it’s jazz in the evening, picnics on the lawn or tasting new wines while enjoying the view, you are guaranteed to have a good time. Recent rains have turned the county green once again and views from many of the wineries are relaxing and …
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A Visit to The Mid-Atlantic Air Museum
It was a cold and windy day – a day when you’d prefer to stay inside. Although sunny, the temperature was in the teens and the wind was unrelentless. But we ventured out anyway and were so glad we did. We drove north about half an hour from the inn....to the Mid-Atlatnic Air Musuem at Reading …