On July 10th, the Rothrock Trail Alliance (RTA) welcomed community members, outdoor recreation enthusiasts, PA DCNR officials, and project supporters to the grand opening of the first phase of an ambitious trail system expansion in Rothrock State Forest. This event marked a significant milestone for trail users, representing years of vision, dedication, and unwavering support.

The State College Spikes lifted the curtain on the 2025 promotional schedule in advance of Saturday’s SpikesFest 2025 presented by Mount Nittany Health. Bobbleheads honoring Paul Posluszny, Katie Schumacher-Cawley and Guy Gadowsky join fun theme nights like the already announced Elgses Night, the chance for fans to visit Dutton Ranch at the ballpark for Yellowstone Night, another visit to a galaxy far, far away on Star Wars Night, as well as even more ballpark fun throughout the summer.

In just two years, the Wilderness City Disc Golf Course in Philipsburg has established itself as a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike looking for a challenging yet approachable spot to tee off.

With a wink and a nod to the alternative letter arrangements proposed by Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and the Philly fan featured on the FOX pregame show on Super Sunday, both of whom are invited to participate in the festivities in good fun, the Elgses (the Spikes) will wear classic Kelly green uniforms emblazoned with the name we all know and love at the 6:35 p.m. game.

The State College Spikes’ 2025 schedule has been released, with a slate of 40 regular season home games starting with Opening Night at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Friday, June 6 against the West Virginia Black Bears. The 2025 home schedule will run through Thursday, August 28, when the Spikes, the team with the best overall record in the Major League Baseball Draft League in 2024, face the defending MLB Draft League champion Williamsport Crosscutters.

If you're a sports trading card enthusiast visiting Happy Valley, Nittany Cards Plus in State College is worth a visit. As the only sports trading card and memorabilia shop in the area, it has become a go-to spot for collectors, whether you're just starting or have been collecting for years.

The Pennsylvania State University, one of the largest universities in the country and a member of the Big Ten Conference, was founded in 1855. The University Park Campus today covers more than 5,000 acres and provides more than 40,000 students with about 160 baccalaureate and 150 graduate programs.

Happy Valley becomes a winter wonderland for sports enthusiasts - like skiing and snowboarding. Hit the slopes and take in a Nittany Lion game! Happy Valley's winter season offers a variety of activities, creating an ideal setting for those in search of a fun-filled getaway. Experience winter in Happy Valley! Book your stay now.

There is nothing like experiencing gameday in Happy Valley – the tailgating is second to none and Beaver Stadium is the most electric atmosphere in all of college football. But if you’re making the trip out to State College, why not make a long weekend out of your football trip?