Wednesday, May 1, 2024
The Linesville Spillway is home to ravenous carp. (Julie Geiss photo)

Julie Geiss and her family recently visited the Linesville Spillway at Pymatuning State Park to feed the ravenous carp at the well-known "bowl."
McConnells Mill covered bridge

Julie Geiss visits the McConnells Mill covered bridge, located in McConnells Mill State Park in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania.
Hellbender Bluff

Julie Geiss and her kids visit Hellbender Bluff County Park, in Lisbon, Ohio, to bike the pump track — a BMX-style bike course.
replica of Harman Blennerhassett's estate

Julie Geiss visits Blennerhassett State Park near Parkersburg, West Virginia, and enjoys all it has to offer.
Amity House

Julie Geiss reunites with longtime friends and explores Richfield Heritage Preserve.
Linville Falls

Choosing the scenic route on their way back to Ohio from North Carolina, Julie Geiss and her daughter stopped to visit Linville Falls.
Mohican State Park Bridge

Julie Geiss' family made their first camping trip of the season to Mohican State Park, exploring 1,100 acres of trees, trails and natural treasures.
campfire

Julie Geiss and her family enjoyed camping at Alum Creek State Park in Delaware, Ohio.
firefly

Julie Geiss recalls the first night her family spotted lightning bugs at dusk on their property and the lessons they learned from watching them.
elk

Julie Geiss and her family visit Winslow Hill elk viewing area to watch Pennsylvania's elk herd roam near Benezette, Pennsylvania.