An autumn day in Greensboro, NC; harkens me back to my hometown, Erie PA. Do people still say "harkens"?
This gem is often ridiculed, "the mistake by the lake", "dreary Erie", but if one takes the time to look around and unearth her treasures, all the best of our country can be found in this unique spot between Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Buffalo.
Erie is located in Pennsylvania - the birthplace of our country. Do you know why it's called the Keystone state? There are six states bordering it - three above and three below. It was in the middle of the original 13 colonies and held them together like the keystone in an archway.
Erie is the third or fourth largest populated city in the state (depending on various sources). It's known as the Flagship City because of the Brig Niagara that's housed there - Oliver Hazard Perry's flagship. Its lesser name - although I feel more fitting - is the Gem City because of its sparkling lake.
In the summer there is the beautiful Presque Isle State Park (an actual peninsula) with 7 miles of sandy beaches, hiking trails, canoeing and boating, tour boats, dinner cruises, and of course, fishing. There are peaceful nature walk trails in Asbury Park with a large meteor waiting to be discovered. The North East suburb hosts the annual Cherry Festival and is home to many wineries open for tours.
In the winter, thanks to the fantastic lake effect snow, there's sled-riding in Frontier Park, ice-skating and skiing (40 minutes away at Peak 'n Peek, Clymer, NY).
The problem with Erie? The residents don't realize what a true treasure they have!
Aw shucks, now I've done it.....I'm homesick again!
This gem is often ridiculed, "the mistake by the lake", "dreary Erie", but if one takes the time to look around and unearth her treasures, all the best of our country can be found in this unique spot between Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Buffalo.
Erie is located in Pennsylvania - the birthplace of our country. Do you know why it's called the Keystone state? There are six states bordering it - three above and three below. It was in the middle of the original 13 colonies and held them together like the keystone in an archway.
Erie is the third or fourth largest populated city in the state (depending on various sources). It's known as the Flagship City because of the Brig Niagara that's housed there - Oliver Hazard Perry's flagship. Its lesser name - although I feel more fitting - is the Gem City because of its sparkling lake.
In the summer there is the beautiful Presque Isle State Park (an actual peninsula) with 7 miles of sandy beaches, hiking trails, canoeing and boating, tour boats, dinner cruises, and of course, fishing. There are peaceful nature walk trails in Asbury Park with a large meteor waiting to be discovered. The North East suburb hosts the annual Cherry Festival and is home to many wineries open for tours.
In the winter, thanks to the fantastic lake effect snow, there's sled-riding in Frontier Park, ice-skating and skiing (40 minutes away at Peak 'n Peek, Clymer, NY).
The problem with Erie? The residents don't realize what a true treasure they have!
Aw shucks, now I've done it.....I'm homesick again!
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Wow!! What a great Blog. It makes Erie, Pennsylvania look like the place to be. I hope you post pictures for all the seasons Erie has to offer.
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