Oct 30 2008
As I explained in Part 1, between my visits to Gathland State Park and the Kennedy Farmouse, at one time the residence of abolitionist John Brown, I spent some time in Harper’s Ferry, WV, famous for Brown’s unsuccessful attempt to raid its national armory and steal weapons.
Oct 25 2008
Another long weekend with a Monday holiday brought another attack of wanderlust. But this time, instead of going as far as Shanksville, PA, I visited Gathland State Park, near Burkittsville, MD, of Blair Witch Project notoriety, and Harper’s Ferry, WV, known for John Brown’s unsuccessful raid.
Sep 26 2008
Since moving to Maryland, I’ve had the occasional urge to go sightseeing, not only within the state, but also in nearby parts of West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and even Virginia, from which I had moved. This past Labor Day, I had a three-day weekend, and decided to take a drive northward across the Mason-Dixon Line.
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Sep 21 2008
Not to be confused with mountains having the same name in Maine and Virginia, Sugarloaf is a monadnock in central Maryland. Although not in the same class as Mt. Katahdin in Maine, Sugarloaf has several hiking trails that can provide a chance to get some exercise. Although similar in layout to a state park, Sugarloaf [...]
