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Take a Look at Laurel Highlands TV

Monday, May 18th, 2009

Whitewater Rafting

Check out our latest television commercial, that features some of the mid-Atlantic’s most exhilarating outdoor recreation.

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Celebrate Great Outdoors Week

Thursday, May 14th, 2009

Biking the Great Allegheny Passage

The Laurel Highlands invites you to partake in all of the outdoor adventure activities we offer in honor of the Great Outdoors Week celebration, sponsored by Venture Outdoors.

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Treat Your Mother to the Gift of the Laurel Highlands

Friday, May 8th, 2009

Happy Mother's Day!

The best gift of all is an afternoon out with Mom shopping, dining and enjoying special events and activities in the Laurel Highlands.

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Vote to Get Gus the Groundhog to Vacation in the Laurel Highlands

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

Get Gus to the Laurel Highlands

The second-most famous groundhog in Pennsylvania is looking for your feedback on where he should take his vacation. Get Gus the Groundhog to the Laurel Highlands for a hiking adventure by casting your vote on the PA Lottery Players Survey.

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Rail-To-Trail Adventure Along the Great Allegheny Passage

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Great Allegheny Passage

See the video produced for the Allegheny Trail Alliance and the Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau that captures the spirit of the Great Allegheny Passage and features the sights and sounds of the Laurel Highlands landscape.

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Enjoy a Spring “Staycation”

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Horseback Riding in the Laurel Highlands

Budget-friendly family vacations have achieved high popularity during hard economic times. From whitewater rafting and horseback riding, to biking and hiking trails, the new travel buzzword “staycations” complements the accessible tourism activities in the Laurel Highlands.

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Laurel Highlands State Parks and Forests

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Youghiogheny River

There are activities for every season. Take advantage of rivers, hiking and biking trails, swimming areas, snowmobile and cross country skiing trails, fishing and hunting sites, birding areas and other natural wonders including waterfalls, rock formations and lush vegetation.

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9 Fantastic Free Things To Do In the Laurel Highlands

Friday, March 27th, 2009

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There is so much to see and do! From the Steelers Training Camp, to a tasty tour at the Big Mac Museum, or a trip down the Antique Trail at Ligonier’s Antiques on the Diamond, the Laurel Highlands offers endless activities and adventures for the whole family to enjoy.

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