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These 5 Campgrounds are Excellent for History Lovers

Explore the fascinating historical sites of North America and immerse yourself in the rich history that this continent has to offer. Whether you’re in Canada or the US, there are plenty of unique campgrounds that offer the perfect blend of adventure and education. Take a journey back in time and discover the secrets of our past, from dinosaur remains to battlefields. With these destinations, you…

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At Gettysburg Battlefield Resort, we understand the importance of convenience during your camping adventure. Our campground features modern facilities including clean restrooms, hot showers facilities to make your stay hassle-free. Additionally, our friendly staff is always available to assist you with any inquiries or requests you may have. Call us at (855) 432–8457 for more information about Gettysburg campgrounds rv parks or visit our website.

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Best RV Parks for Camping in Pennsylvania

by Lacey Stenson Full of attractions for both history buffs like the Liberty Bell and amusement for families with Hershey Park, camping in Pennsylvania is perfect because you will never get bored with all the monuments and attractions that you are able to visit!.... The great state of Pennsylvania is known for its rich US history and is home to many famous things like the Philadelphia Cheesesteak, Hershey's chocolate was founded here and there are many natural history gems within. Full of attractions for both history buffs like the Liberty Bell and amusement for families with Hershey Park is a must-visit for all. RVing and camping in Pennsylvania are perfect in the state because you will never get bored with all the monuments and landmarks that you are able to visit! 5 Great Locations for Camping in Pennsylvania Here are 5 of the best campgrounds/RV resorts within Pennsylvania for your next getaway. Gettysburg National Military Park This national park is one of the most famous in Pennsylvania and is right by the Pennsylvania Monument and has plenty of war and military memorabilia for the history nerd. Not only is it good for the history lover it is perfect for families to visit and gives a private vibe to your stay. Even though it's private you also have the luxury of having towns a few minutes away in case you forgot any necessities. In addition, to the natural beauty the park boasts, many amenities are perfect for families and travellers of all ages. They have mini golf, trails, a gem mine, and other life-sized games on top of a heated pool which can even be used when it's chilly outside. This park has everything you could possibly need including full hookups and Wi-Fi, even showers. So just pick your perfect tent, or pack all your RV necessities and get on the road. Address: 20 Knox Rd, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325 Website: Gettysburg National Military Park Twin Grove RV Resort & Cottages This resort is a very popular one within this state and is frequently raved about by visitors and is one of the most beautiful locations within eastern Pennsylvania. Not to mention if your vacation had plans of visiting landmarks like the state's capital, you're in luck because this resort is just a small drive from it. It is the perfect resort for those looking to wet their feet a bit and experience all of the wonders of eastern Pennsylvania. Nearby there is a park that offers many outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, hunting, and biking. So, pack your tools inside your RV and get on your merry way to this resort. If that's not your thing don't worry the resort has many other options including pools, water slides, rides, mini golf, and other activities. You can also bring your pets so get set up and pack the family and your furry friends to come to enjoy this resort. Address: 1445 Suedberg Road, Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, 17963 Website: Twin Grove RV Resort West Haven RV Park and Campground Let's go to the other side of the state for this wonderful campground. This park is close to the city of Erie and there are so many attractions there for families and anyone who enjoys some fun in the sun with water parks. Not only is it close to these wonderful water parks and museums it's also full of wonderful fishing ports. If you prefer a more in-tune with nature experience, you can get that here with their numerous on-site trails that are long and show the beauty around the campground. This park has full hookups offering both 30/50 amps for visitors. They offer a pool and shower facilities but no laundry. So make sure if that's a necessity for you to outfit your RV with washers and dryers. But overall, this campground is perfect for families and anyone who wants to experience the north side of Pennsylvania. Address: 6601 Sterrettania Rd, Fairview, Pennsylvania, 16415 Website: West Haven RV Park and Campground Otter Lake Camp Resort This resort is open year-round for campers and RV campers to enjoy. Within this beautiful campground are the Pocono Mountains for visitors to enjoy. There are 300 acres of these beautiful mountains within the resort and there are even sites within that back directly onto the lake. There is a mix of full hookup and partial hookup sites within the resort where you can decide exactly what you want for your trip. In addition to the sandy beach and rentals for canoes, the place has there are specific amenities for RVers. They offer an outdoor and indoor pool for you to enjoy during your stay. This means that no matter the time of year you can enjoy a nice swim. This park is perfect if you want to disconnect from busy cities and enjoy the nature around you. I recommend all check it out when in Pennsylvania. Address: 1639 Marshalls Creek Rd, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, 18302 Website: Otter Lake Camp Resort Mountain Top Campground Are you a hockey fan? Or are you drawn to the great city of Pittsburgh during your visit to Pennsylvania? Then look no further than this campground for that. This small intimate campground is 20 miles from downtown and has just 30 sites, so book in advance as it is popular. The campground has full hookups and there is a dump station on site..... Read More... Read the full article

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We had the greatest time with family and friends celebrating my birthday. Karen and Tom were the nicest and most hospitable hosts that I've ever had the pleasure of meeting.

From hanging out with their friendly pups, to taking the kids on a gator ride around their beautiful property, or giving us a tour of the grounds, Tom and Karen were the best!

You can tell they take a lot of care and pride in making you feel right at home. There is so much to do! From playing in the pond on the boat, the walk through the 'Enchanted Forest', the abundance of wildlife, a relaxing river walk, sitting around the huge firepit, the playground for the kids, the comfortable and plentiful chairs on the deck, or the comfy and clean cabins with AC, you will feel relaxed and at peace!

I can't wait to go back and feel like Tom and Karen are now extended family!

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Head's up, Secret Sinsations cancelled Booty Camp due to rain. The campgrounds flooded. Not the kind of wetness anyone was prepared for. They are still on for Angels & Demons + Candyland September 13-14 in Gettysburg.

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Gettysburg Campground - Gettysburg, PA

Gettysburg Campground – Gettysburg, PA

Welcome back camping friends, today we are pleased to bring you the Gettysburg Campground located in, yes, Gettysburg Pennsylvania. We are so excited to be staying in Pennsylvania, this not only adds another state to our blog, but it’s home to one of the most iconic battles in American history, home of Hershey chocolate, Lancaster Caramel, Hershey Park, need we say more? This campground is a…

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Gettysburg National Military Park (No. 44)

The house was an excellent candidate for Robert E. Lee’s headquarters. It was very visible, next to the main road coming into Gettysburg from the west, on which the rest of Lee’s army would arrive after July 1. The house was at the top of a ridge with an excellent view in all directions. And it was at the center of the Confederate lines. Although Lee spent much of his time in the saddle at Gettysburg, he is known to have taken a meal and slept in the house on July 1. Even when Lee was not personally present, the house was the communications center where messengers brought news of the battle to Lee’s staff and took away orders. 

Mary was left with little more than the empty stone house. Her linens were used for bandages, her carpets buried with the dead, and her fences gone for firewood. Mary left Gettysburg for a time after the battle, but returned and lived in the house until her death in 1873.

The house went through some hard times. In 1896 a fire burned the interior, although the stone shell was unharmed. In 1907 its tenant was arrested for keeping a bawdy house.

Chambersburg Road became part of the Lincoln Highway in 1913, bringing tourist traffic. The house became the General Lee’s Headquarters Museum in 1921. A campground and tourist cabins were added. As time went on the museum became the center of a thriving complex that would eventually include a popular restaurant and motel with swimming pool.

In 2015 the Civil War Trust acquired the Thompson House and 4 acres on Seminary Ridge. The Trust removed all non-historical structures and nonessential parking. The ground was returned to its historical contours, and an apple orchard is being replanted. The house itself was returned to its 1863 look. This was known through the many photographs and descriptions from the time. It even includes the doghouse, seen in several period photos. A trail with interpretive markers was laid out through the grounds. The restoration was lately complete by October of 2016.

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(part 3) Pennsylvania

To finish my Northeast series, I have to finish telling of our time in Pennsylvania.  It was a somber and peaceful tour of the Keystone State.   On our westward journey we were limited on time and just needed to cut straight across.  We stopped at the 9/11 United Airlines Flight 93 Memorial in Shanksville, which was moving and peaceful--a vast, hilly, beautiful piece of the world.  The entire space where debris and bodies were scattered is reserved as Sacred Ground, and the way the memorial is laid out you get a real sense of time and space of the event.  The small well-done museum reminded us how heroic the 40 victims on that flight were, the significance of their spur of the moment decisions, and the minute details that made all the difference between a lesser and greater tragedy.  We spoke honestly about the event to the kids, and they were surprisingly interested and respectful. 

Two photos from Shanksville.  The glass wall reads “A common field one day.  A field of honor forever.”  A great way to sum up how drastic change can happen in an instant. 

As we drove east from Shanksville, we did some very last minute planning and found ourselves at a rundown campground with mostly seasonal (and seemingly absent) campers.  The campground was for sale for $500,000, including the 1800s historic home on sight.  If it hadn’t have been in the middle of nowhere we would have bought the property.  It was really a beautiful spot wedged between two rocky hillsides.  This was the office/home that reminded me of childhood trips to New Jersey aunt’s porches and basements.  The lady opened up the vintage arcade room for us, and we also had the odd/old/fun playground and grassy area all to ourselves.  The laundry building was downright scary and I made Bill go in there.

We wanted to get as close to NY as we could to make our day of NY driving tolerable, but there really are not campgrounds or Harvest Hosts in the Philadelphia, Newark, NYC region.  So.... we FINALLY camped in a parking lot!  The Cracker Barrel in Plymouth Meeting, PA was a 5-star parking lot experience, with dining and shopping steps away.

After NY and NJ, we circled back into the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, spending 5 nights at Artillery Ridge Campground, just steps away from Gettysburg National Military Park.  The campground was great, with mini golf, a fishing pond, great playground, and hardly another kid around, as the 2020 school year was now in session.  I also enjoyed several jogs on the horse trail that led to the National Park’s vast battlefields.

So, Gettysburg was our second tour of Sacred Ground in Pennsylvania.  My Civil War knowledge needed refreshing, and the kids were fascinated by all the weapons, horses, blood and guts.  We researched the role of the wartime musicians.  Those drummer boys out on the battlefield boosted morale, conveyed important commands, and played to cover up the moans and yells of the wounded.  Some were accomplished musicians, others signed up to avoid combat, which is why often the ‘music’ was described as ‘ruckus.’  Most ended up assisting with moving or caring for wounded soldiers, or fighting in some way.    

We tried to count the equestrian monuments.

Biking and jogging on the lengthy auto tour at Gettysburg National Military Park

Another picnic with the camp stove.  This time we ate hotdogs on a Civil War battlefield.

Benji is looking through his hand binoculars

I guess the difference between 200 year old history and 19 year old history is that enough time has passed for the gift shops to sell ridiculous souvenirs and gifts!

A Pennsylvania flower farm at the beginning of fall. 

It’s interesting to think about a plot of land, any spot you find yourself standing on, and what has happened there throughout time.  

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Arplis - News: Camping in PA is as eclectic as the state itself

The Pocono Mountains region offers campers dense forests and tumbling waterfalls while the state’s Amish Country feels like a step back in time, with sweeping views of farmland and families making their way down the road with horse and buggy. The area’s weather also sees a tremendous swing. Summers are hot and muggy while winters typically see freezing temperatures and lots of snow. But cold wintertime weather doesn’t have to mean the end of camping. While it can be much more challenging to find tent camping in the spring and winter months, year-round campging in PA are underrated for their proximity to both famous cities and beautiful nature. These 9 Year-Round Campgrounds in PA Let You See All Sides of the Quaker State We’ve tracked down some of the best campging in PA, both private and public, that offer campers the chance to cozy up around the campfire all year long. 1. Whispering Pines Camping Estates Photo by The Dyrt camper Dorothy C. Just twenty minutes from Ricketts Glen State Park and Red Rock Mountain, Whispering Pines Camping Estates is a cozy, family-friendly campground with a community feel. Nestled in a part of Pennsylvania that is still rich in old-growth forests, over twenty waterfalls, and even a rare eastern fire tower, this is an important, untouched habitat for birds and a variety of animals and is part of the official Audubon Susquehanna River Birding and Wildlife Trail. Whispering Pines balances all that rich wilderness with small town charm. They offer not only cozy, pet-frinedly rentals and cabins, but also “paint and sip” parties, a pool, hayrides, bingo, meteor shower viewings, and more. Nearby are other activities that even indoorsy visitors will enjoy, like regional vineyards and golf courses. And because Whispering Pines is open year-round, you can take in the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside in any season— including the stunning icefalls that form during the winter months. You get a lot of bang for your buck, with rates starting at just $50 a night. “Top Notch camping experience. Family friendly, Pet Friendly. The owners Dave and Teresa go out of their way to make your stay very comfortable.” –The Dyrt camper Dorothy C. Book Now Prepare for your next adventure by downloading maps. The Dyrt PRO lets you download maps and campgrounds without cell service. “My alternative to using pro would be to drive back out to cell service”. 2. French Creek State Park Image from The Dyrt camper Sarah C. French Creek State Park is the largest block of contiguous forest between Washington DC and New York City. The forests, lakes, and wetlands of the 7,730-acre park draw urbanites looking to spend some time in nature and provide a great reprieve for all Pennsylvanians. The park is home to plants and animals that are rare in the southeast part of the state. The National Audubon Society has named the park an Important Bird Area and the Pennsylvania Game Commission has named it an Important Mammal Area. This is one of the few spots for camping in PA that offers nearby urban access, located just under an hour from Philadelphia. Despite the close proximity to the city, this park offers a large campground and great access to hiking, fishing, and biking. The campground has 16 full-hookup sites, 42 modern electric sites, 141 modern non-electric sites, and 17 rustic organized group tenting sites. The campground also has three camping cottages, 10 modern cabins and two yurts available to rent. While camping is only available year-round at 47 of these campsites, the spots never fill up in the off-season, and cottages, cabins, and yurts are available year-round. Kids love the on-site campground playground. Showers, flush toilets and a sanitation dump station are also on-site. 3. Riverside Campground Located on the shores of one of PA’s most important rivers, Riverside Campground is a privately owned campground open year-round. Nestled on the edge of the Susquehanna River, the campground has 135 sites great for campers, RVs, or tents and also offers rustic tent camping sites near a stream. Cable TV and WiFi are provided at all campsites. The campground has a Laundromat and on-site lounge that serves up adult beverages and delicious grilled food. Warm showers and flush toilets are also available year-round. The campground is just a short walk to local shops and there’s a large community park located just next door that kids will love. The park has children’s playgrounds, a skate park, soccer fields and a large pavilion. This camping option features something not common for most camping in PA; a pool, that is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 4. The Loose Caboose Campground Offering 70 year-round campsites for tent and RV campers, The Loose Caboose Campground sits on 26-acres in the heart of Pennsylvania’s Amish Country. The campground offers large, wooded, and secluded sites. Most of the campsites at The Loose Caboose are full-hookup and can accommodate any size RVs. The heated bathhouse offers free hot showers and flush toilets. Amenities include a children’s playground, gift shop, group fire ring, dumping station and free wireless internet. Being in Amish country, this campground is nearby unlikely but inviting tourist attractions, including the Railroad Museum of PA and Toy Train Museum, both just 8 miles away. If you’re looking to hit the rides (or just eat chocolate), Hershey Park is less than 45 miles away. Major cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore, Gettysburg and Washington DC are all within about 100 miles. 5. Raccoon Creek State Park Image from The Dyrt camper Brian S. Built as a public works project by the National Park Service in the 1930’s, the 7,572 acre Raccoon Creek State Park is one of the largest and most popular year round spots for camping in PA. Located just a half hour from Pittsburg, it’s a great place to steal away from the big city and immerse oneself in nature. Campers love strolling through the park’s wildflower reserve, which boasts over 700 species of plants, hiking on the 42 acres of trails and kayaking on the 100-acre Raccoon Lake. The campground at Raccoon Creek State Park has 64 modern electric campsites, 81 modern non-electric campsites, 26 tent-only sites, 4 rustic non-electric sites, 6 rustic organized group camping sites, as well as 11 modern cabins and 3 organized group cabin camping sites. The 172 modern tent and trailer campsites have access to flush toilets, warm showers and the option of electricity. While much of the campground is only open seasonally, the rustic sites are available year-round. Water and pit latrines are also available at the year-round sites. 6. Penn Avon Campground Conveniently located just two miles from the charming downtown Selinsgrove, PA, Penn Avon Campground is a year-round campground offering sites with full hookups, cable TV and free Wi-Fi. The campground also has shower houses and a dump station ($10). Kids will enjoy the on-site playground and recreational field. This campground is great for those that want to stick around for a while, offering weekly, monthly and seasonal rates to campers. Located close to the Penn Avon Campground is the Raymond B. Winter State Park, which is open for camping mid-April through mid-December. Even though the campground may not be open year-round, the park certainly is, and there’s no shortage of things to do there. Halfway Lake, the park’s main attraction, is a popular place to fish and swim during the warm months of the year. In the winter, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing draw visitors to the park. 7. Bald Eagle State Forest Not to be confused with the nearby Bald Eagle State Park, the Bald Eagle State Forest, named for the famous Native American Chief, is one of the best sports public camping in PA open year-round. The park offers primitive backcountry camping, group camping and 45 car camping spots with fire rings and picnic tables. Car camping spots can be reserved up to 90 days in advance by requesting a permit from the Bald Eagle State Forest district office. Group campsites require a letter of authorization from the District Forester, which take between 2-3 weeks to process. Primitive backcountry campsites do not require a permit as long as the camper stays only one night in each campsite. If you’d like to have a campfire at a backcountry campsite during the spring wildfire season, a permit is required. When not spending time at the campsite, there are a variety of things to do on the 193,000 acres of forest. Hikers will enjoy the “rugged and demanding” 189-mile Mid State Trail. Mountain bikers are not allowed on the Mid State Trail, but are allowed on nearly every other trail in the state forest. The forest also has one designated ATV trail, and two designated motorcycle trails. Hunting, fishing and horse riding opportunities also abound in the forest—there’s even a few equestrian campgrounds spread across the forest if you’re looking to make your next ride into a camping trip. 8. White’s Haven Campground and Cabins Settled on the edge of western Pennsylvania’s Cook Forest State Park, White’s Haven offers year-round wooded campsites for tents and RVs as well as cabin rentals. Cabins are primitive and have no water or bathroom, though cabin campers have access to the bathhouse. Tent sites are also primitive and RV sites have both water and electric hook-ups. The campground has a dump station for use by RV campers. Amenities include a playground, volleyball court and a fishing pond. Like much of year-round camping in PA, White’s Haven Campground is in close proximity to public lands for outdoors adventures any time of year. Cook Forest State Park is just a short drive away, and offers year-round outdoor recreation opportunities. The Clarion River flows through the park and is a popular place to canoe, kayak and tube in the summer months, and fish in the offseason. The park’s Forest Cathedral, a stand of old growth pine and hemlock trees, is a National Natural Landmark and worth a visit in all seasons. The park also has 47 miles of hiking trails and 4.3 miles of multi-use trails for biking, trail running and horseback riding. 9. Shady Rest Campground Image form The Dyrt camper Bryce Located on 16 acres in the heart of the mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, Shady Rest Campground offers RV and tent camping sites for travelers just passing through and vacationers looking to set up a home base close to the Elk Mountain Ski Resort. The campground has 35 sites with water, sewer, electric and cable television. The campground also has a dump station, Wi-Fi, laundry service and showers. Primitive camping is available along Tunkhannock Creek, which also makes a great place for swimming in the summertime. Points of interest close to Shady Rest campground include Old Mill Village, an exhibit of buildings that feature the region’s history, the Steamtown National Historic Site, which features the history of steam locomotives and the Elk Mountain Ski Resort, which has some of the state’s best skiing on 27 trails over 180 acres. Related Articles: Cherry Springs State Park Related Campgrounds: Buttonwood Campground, Mifflintown, PA Scenic View Campground, Tioga, PA Bear Run Campground,  Pottersville, PA Hickory Run Campground, Denver, PA Lake in Wood Campground, Narvon, PA Friendship Village Campground, Bedford, PA Little Mexico Campground, Winfield, PA Eagles Peak Campground, Robesonia, PA Vacationland Campground, Sandy Lake, PA Pioneer Park Campground, Somerset, PA Spring Gulch Campground, New Holland, PA French Creek State Park, Elverson, PA The post Where to go Camping in Pennsylvania During Any Season appeared first on The Dyrt Magazine. #Local

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Camping With A Family - Activities

Over the weekend the family and I went camping in Gettysburg, PA. I found that camping with small children can be challenging so I thought I couldn’t offer some advice. In my last article, I gave tips on what to bring. Now I offer tips on activities you and your family can enjoy.

Family Activities You Can Do

My daughter Aubrey had a blast. I hope she remembers it.

If you were a camper before small kids, you won’t be able to do the same things you did until they are older. That means no white water rafting, cliff jumping, or rock climbing (You can if you leave the kids at the campsite). This doesn’t mean your days of adventure are over. It means that they are temporarily altered. Kids crave adventure, excitement, and fun. Depending on the season, there are ways of making sure they get that camping.

Hiking

The best way to get in touch with the outdoors other than camping in the woods is hiking. Some trails have attractions that allow your family to see things they won’t see from the site or at home. It is a great way to get some exercise as well.

Fishing

My daughter (in the pink) with her buddy Addison petting a fish

It is never too early to teach your kids how to fish. You do not have to get them a real rod and reel. A simple toy will do just fine. This will get them used to the motion of casting and reeling. My family and I went camping on the beach called Cherrystone near Virginia Beach. We bought our daughter a rod for her age group. She did not catch anything with it, but you can see the excitement on her face when she felt a bite (It ended up being blue crabs tugging on her line). That’s what its all about; the look on their little faces.

Arts and Crafts

Kids are known for making huge messes. They are bringers of certain destruction when it comes to playtime. Since we want their creative minds to grow, we allow them to paint, color, and build whatever their heart desires. We do limit how much they create due to not us wanting our houses looking like a hurricane filled with paint and glue came through it. While you are camping, it is okay to let their artistic inhibitions run wild. In Gettysburg, we let the kids in our group make Halloween mask, paint them, and also paint their faces. Mom and Dad can even participate. Hey, the mess is the campground’s problem.

Campground Activities

Halloween is a great time to go camping. Bring costumes!

Unless you go to a state park, many campgrounds around the United States have fun activities for the whole family. They mostly have the traditional holiday activities for both kids and adults. They also have activities that don’t require Santa or the Easter Bunny. Many have rental activities such as canoes, kayaks, and jet skis. They may also have karaoke, arcades, and a water park.

Adult Activities

Camping isn’t only for kids. It is for the adults too. You too can enjoy all the activities camping has to offer. It gives you the opportunity to teach your kids about the basic outdoors, become one with nature, and bond with your family. It is also a vacation away from life. You can also have a great time doing the above activities with your kids, but you can also take time for yourself. Take a walk, take turns doing solo activities while the other watches the kids. Also, when the kids go to bed, time to bust out the beer, wine, liquor, music, and campfire.

In the End

Camping is all about memories and experiences that can be passed down from generation to generation. It’s a chance to leave the normal social construct of our lives and return to a more primitive lifestyle even if it temporary. It will give you the chance to teach your kids invaluable skills they may need. I wouldn’t bring small children too far into the wilderness where you are having them sleep in sleeping bags alone. You should wait until they are a little older. Camping with small children can be challenging. Being prepared with ways to entertain them can help alleviate those challenges.

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Welcome to the Gettysburg Battlefield Resort, where history and outdoor adventure come together. Our Battlefield campground and rv park offers spacious sites with full hookups, ensuring that your stay is both convenient and enjoyable. You can relax by your campfire after a day of exploring or take advantage of our modern amenities such as clean restrooms, laundry facilities.

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Onward to New Market, VA

After Gettysburg we decided to continue on... which required a Starbucks visit.

The things we have done to go to Starbucks. Kevin is insistent on going, even though usually it requires some insane driving skills to navigate near one. Yesterday we found ourselves in a Walgreens parking lot next to a Starbucks where we had to go out the entrance of the prescription lane. Barely an inch on either side, but for Starbucks Kevin made it happen. That would have never happened 90 days ago.

Anyhoo, we started driving at 5:30pm which was a first. We got to add three stickers to the map... Maryland, West Virginia and Virginia which makes our circles complete.  We went all the way to New Market, VA... arriving after dark which is also a first.

New Market happens to be less than 45 miles from Kevin’s people. Although super last minute, Aunt Donna and Uncle Junior are going to be able to come and eat dinner with us tonight. Maybe even Holly and Todd will be able to come too, but we did just spring it on them so we will keep our fingers crossed!

We found this great RV place called Endless Caverns Campground. There are caves here. If I can muster the courage we may tour them later today... or go to Shenandoah National Park. Not sure the plan yet... we will take it by the ear (lol). 

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Geese on the Pond Granite Hill Campground, Gettysburg, PA - April, 2017 http://michael-massa-micon.tumblr.com There is a rather large flock of geese which lives in the pond at the entrance to the Granite Hill Campground in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Evidently the pond is shallow enough that the geese can duck their heads under the water and feed on the plants growing on the bottom. The result is that the goose ends up bobbing bottom up as it feeds. It is the first time I have ever been mooned by a goose. MWM

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Green Motoring: EV Road Trip

In April 2012, college professor Jonathan Slade bought a Nissan Leaf to be his daily driver. Then he took it on vacation by driving across the state of Maryland, a daring adventure for the time, with virtually no electric car charging infrastructure to rely on outside of the major cities.

With both EV’s and outlets now much more prevalent, we wondered how much of an adventure that trip would be today. So, we retraced Jonathan’s west to east route, knocking out in 9 hours what took him 6 days to do. Then we upped the ante and did it again, taking three EV’s on a lap of the region with a side trip to Gettysburg thrown in for good measure, where like many other national parks, you can now juice up while you’re discovering America’s landmarks.

Our EV trio consisted of the Chevrolet bolt EV, Kia Niro EV, and the Nissan Leaf Plus. All three offer 60 to 64 kilowatt hour battery packs, the ability to accept fast charging and around 230 miles of stated driving range.

There are now more than a dozen dc fast-charge stations along Maryland’s highways, and some stretches are designated as alt-fuel corridors for a variety of fuels. 

But we quickly left our fast-charging options behind as we entered wild, wild western Maryland, where locating even level 2 plugs can be elusive.

This holds true in other parts of the country too. The Department of Energy’s online station locator map and mobile app show more than 2,700 fast charge locations in the U.S. … mostly clustered along the coasts and mid west.

Around 700 of those locations are dedicated exclusively to Tesla vehicles, though, and don’t provide standard J1772 connectors we were searching for. 

But even in the wilderness, a smart and well prepared EV explorer can find charging options. Overnight, we used a campground’s 50-amp RV circuit, with our own portable level 2 charging device. Doling out 4 hours of level 2 time for each car netted us just enough range to make the 115 hilly miles back to the next fast-charger on our route.

Now, you won’t find many RV parks listed in the station locator apps yet, but you will find them near every tourist destination in the country, and most are willing to serve as an EV rest stop, so investing in a portable 240-volt charger, and a campground directory, is great EV road-trip insurance.

DENNIS SMITH: So there’s some good tools that are available, websites and even apps for your phone and you wanna be asking the kinds of questions that you’d imagine. Not only where are the stations located, but what kind of payments do they accept, what hours are they open, and probably most of all is do they have the right connector for your car, because there’s still some different connectors depending on which car you’re actually driving

Like the early ATMs, not all charging stations are linked to the same payment network, so it helps to have accounts with several of the major charging providers like EVgo, Blink, Semaconnect and Chargepoint. 

Our mountain to ocean EV adventure was marred only by the downtime. On our solo trip, we managed 710 miles in 13 hours of driving, but also spent 8 and a half hours repeatedly watching the charge level inch towards full. Our traveling trio encountered occupied and inoperative charging stations, and more than once had to split up and juice up at multiple locations, yet still reached the beach in 10 hours.

With a bit of planning, common sense, and patience, electric vehicle road tripping is viable and can be fun, but it’s probably still best suited for type-a travelers who like to plan things out, rather than wandering free spirits or those who like to drive straight thru for long distances.

So choosing an EV as your only car is certainly possible, though further improvements in both range and charging are clearly needed in order to make going electric a truly go anywhere, go anytime option.

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