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Did you know that last Tuesday was National Sasquatch Awareness Day? It’s a low-key observation that occurs annually on October 20, coinciding with the anniversary of the famed 1967 Patterson-Gimlin film. Considered by many in the Bigfoot-enthusiast community to be the most compelling documented proof of the elusive creature’s existence, the film’s timelessness arguably remains … Continue reading Surveying Sasquatch Sightings Throughout the Mid-Atlantic
Beloved, timeless Christmas traditions can be found worldwide. As a younger nation settled by diverse immigrant populations of long ago, it comes as no surprise to discover that the United States has adopted many old-world cultural customs and traditions in how holidays are celebrated. These vary, however, by region and based on the origin of … Continue reading Recounting Old Appalachian Christmas Traditions and Superstitions
Leaf-peeping season is the perfect time to take in the beauty of the lush, bucolic countryside via a scenic train ride excursion. And you can never go wrong when you ride the rails in style with a company that literally has “scenic” in its name. Credit: Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad The Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad … Continue reading All Aboard Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad!
The abundance of beauty and versatile terrain that make up the state of Virginia is unparalleled. From mountains to caverns, beaches, and even “temperate rainforests,” Virginia’s vast variation allows you multiple experiences in a convenient range, omitting the need to drive far and wide to get your fill of scenic changes and diversity. The myriad … Continue reading The Greatness of Grayson Highlands State Park