As the leaves turn and my time living with my parents in Scranton comes to a close, I’ve decided to reflect on what was a wonderful summer. I’ve visited a large number of Pennsylvania State Parks since I left Chicago.
Read moreRunning at Big Pocono State Park

Big Pocono State Park flips the script on the typical Pennsylvania state park trail system. Rather than starting at a base area and running up a mountain, you start at the top of the mountain and hike down, then back
Read moreI Wore Nothing Other Than Birddogs for 6 Months

Editing note: It’s now been over a year with wearing the shorts every day. Except, not always for the full day. Through the winter, I did put on pants a few times, I skied almost 20 days, and I’ve started
Read moreRunning at Tobyhanna State Park

The weather is getting colder now and the mornings in Northeastern Pennsylvania are absolutely perfect for running. After recovering from an injury that sidelined me for most of July and August, Tobyhanna State Park was the first destination on my list. Time is
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