Planning a Long Distance Hike
August 11, 2014
by Dave Gantz. I was taught to appreciate the natural world early in my life, and I continue to experience nature through outdoor...
Biking from Alaska to Argentina with the Philtrons — An Update
July 23, 2014
by guest writers Jason and Daisy Philtron. ***Editor’s Note: The Philtrons were grad students at Penn State who decided to spend nearly two...
Spring Creek Park
July 14, 2014
by Bart Beck. It’s that time of year again. The time when you break out your shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops, and sandals. It’s time...
The American Dream Adventure: Driving Across the Country
July 8, 2014
by Dan Trew. The pretense of this adventure was to shuttle a friend of mine across the country, from Pennsylvania to Washington. Almost like...
Hiking The West Loop of the Allegheny Front Trail
May 29, 2014
by Malti McKinnon. The West Loop of the Allegheny Front Trail is a 31.5 mile hike that hits the highlights of the AFT, but...
Bike Touring from Alaska to Argentina: The Philtrons’ Story
May 23, 2014
by Jacob Gordon. For many of us at Appalachian Outdoors, it’s common to hear of what fellow employees get themselves into, but when we...
An Inspirational Night with Jennifer Pharr Davis
May 21, 2014
A big thank you to Jennifer Pharr Davis, her family, and all those who attended her talk last night. It was truly something to...
Fly Fishing Spots: Spring Creek
April 25, 2014
by Levi Opsatnic . Fisherman’s Paradise was one of the first areas of stream in the United States to only permit fly fishing with...
Almost time to SHRED at Appoutdoors !!!
August 27, 2012
Can’t wait to see some snow out there ? We know. Can’t wait to feel the ice cold wind burn your cheeks to the...
Photography is Fun, out in the wilderness or deep within a cave !
August 2, 2012
Sunny and 88 degrees in store for this lovely Thursday in Happy Valley ! Time to make some after 5 outdoor plans !! If you...