Appalachian Mountain Dreams

A natural kind of charm in Oakland, Md.

In the heart of the Allegheny Mountains of westernmost Maryland, near where its borders meet those of Pennsylvania and West Virginia, the anglers, hikers and boaters have departed, giving way to the skiers, snowshoers and snowmobilers. The mountains, lakes and wilderness areas of Garrett County await them, with opportunities to indulge in its laid-back rural ambiance. via NorthJersey.com: Getting away:

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North Carolina Travel Advisory: I-40 Info for travel from Tennessee – Nov 2, 2009

Fall color continues to shine throughout North Carolina, especially throughout the Piedmont area, and all areas of the state are accessible for color-watching trips despite the rockslide that has caused a detour on Interstate 40 near the North Carolina/Tennessee state line. The detour does not impact access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, nor travel to any destinations in North Carolina

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Fall In The Poconos

Found on the web this week… Located in northeastern Pennsylvania, the Poconos Mountains have been a haven for people looking to escape the bustle of city life ever since Buck Hill Falls Inn and The Inn at Pocono Manor resorts opened in 1901 and 1902. With its reputation as a perfect getaway location, the Poconos has continued to be developed

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Meeting of the Maryland Native Plant Society: Western Mountains Chapter

On August 18 at 7 pm at the Appalachian Laboratory in Frostburg, the Western Mountains Chapter of the Maryland Native Plant Society will hold it’s regular meeting. There will be a presentation after the business meeting. Topic – Native Orchids of North America Speaker – Jessie Harris Program will begin immediately following a brief MNPS chapter business meeting. The public

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