It’s one thing to be able to teach a perfectly willing person how to fish at Fisherman’s Paradise, the oldest and most famous catch-and-release waters in the country. But it takes quite the expert to drag a completely unwilling, hangry and slightly…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/confessions-of-a-reluctant-fly-fisherman
Originally published by Suburban Life Magazine in Philadelphia, PAFrom Penn State football to outdoor excursions, and from farm-to-table dining to first-rate shopping, Happy Valley offers the perfect backdrop for a memorable getaway.Various local legends…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/where-adventures-begin
Happy Valley’s neighbor, Clearfield County, has tons of grownup experiences to enjoy, from inventive wines to historical finds to adventures that showcase the great outdoors. But when I visited there recently, I kept thinking about how much fun my kids…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/five-family-adventures-in-clearfield
This April, Bob Cameron is writing a new chapter in his life. For the past seven years, he’s been the director of the Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum in Boalsburg, keeping the stories of Happy Valley’s past alive and in living color. Over those…
Happy Valley has such an abundance of farm markets and community supported agriculture (CSA) options that it’s easy to make “eat fresh, eat local” a way of life. Between weekly markets, CSA delivery and local farms, our family enjoys a year-round supply…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/take-a-little-of-happy-valley-home-from-a-local-farm-market
Philipsburg’s Heritage DaysPhilipsburg’s annual Heritage Days celebration was founded as a way to keep enthusiasm for local history alive.In 1997, Philipsburg celebrated its bicentennial. The town came together to treat thousands of visitors to a week’s…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/historical-destinations-in-happy-valley
While it’s home to one of America’s best college towns, Happy Valley has plenty of family-friendly opportunities for fun and adventure. Here are three ideas to get you going.
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/three-family-adventure-experiences-in-happy-valley
No matter what season it is, there is always something to keep you active and outdoors in Happy Valley. And from the Spring through the Fall–and even sometimes in the Winter–golfers flock to Happy Valley for some of the best golf in all of Pennsylvania.
Happy Valley’s growing craft beverage scene has the advantage of incredible scenery and unique locations as guests enjoy local ciders, beers, wines and spirits. From views over the farmlands along Route 45 to a repurposed industrial center neighboring the…
From the French pique-nique, picnic originally referred to a meal in which everyone contributed something, but evolved to mean dining outdoors or al fresco, especially in scenic surroundings. Picnicking options in Happy Valley come with beautiful views…
The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau publishes up-to-date event information at HappyValley.com/events