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Why You’ll Love It Verdant rolling countryside leads the way to mom-and-pop farmers markets, antique shops, artist studios off the beaten path, and romantic covered bridges. Waterfalls, riverbanks, and forests beckon to be explored by foot—or enjoyed with a picnic on a relaxing summer day. The history lives on in quaint historic districts, unique museums, and preserved homes. Revisit timeless pleasures here: riding a carousel, traveling by train, and leisurely pedaling a bicycle. GET IDEAS » Ways to Explore 1 Bloomsburg Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg Get hands-on with more than 50 exhibits, activities, and games. Kids can “fly” a space shuttle, play school, and learn about health and science. 2 T&D’s Cats of the World, Penns Creek Home to more than 50 big cats—including tigers, lions, and leopards—this rescue center also provides sanctuary for foxes, bears, and monkeys. Visit on select days from May through September. 3 Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, Allenwood Gentle tortoises, predatory Komodo dragons, colorful snakes, and super-fast geckos are just a few of the reptiles you’ll find at this specialized zoo. 4 Rolling Hills Red Deer Farm, Catawissa This venison farm raises 400 red deer every year. Hop on a seasonal hayride tour to see the grazing herds, schedule a fall or winter hunt, or stop by the shop to stock up on venison steaks. 5 Mifflinburg Buggy Museum, Mifflinburg Peek into the past—to a time when horse-drawn buggies rambled along the streets—when you visit this 1800s factory that once bustled with the production of carriages, wagons, and sleighs. 6 Rollermills Marketplace, Lewisburg Discover one-of-a-kind treasures at this 5-story antique mall, where more than 400 antique dealers show off their vintage wares in a restored 1880s flour mill. 7 Bill’s Old Bike Barn and Museum, Bloomsburg This ever-changing motorcycle museum boasts nearly 200 vintage motorcycles (from a 1909 Peugeot to a tracked 1939 German Kattenkrad), riding gear, military displays, and rare memorabilia. 8 Silver Moon Antique Mall & Route 15 Flea Market, Lewisburg From collectibles and antiques to fresh produce and food, this one-of-a-kind market and adjacent mall offers thousands of items for sale, including clothing, novelty items, and toys. 9 Ard’s Farm, Lewisburg Shop locally sourced produce and wines. The market’s deli works with area farms to craft high-quality, made-from-scratch meals. Before you leave, don’t forget to buy a market gift basket to sample a variety of local products. 10 Lewisburg Area Recreation Park, Lewisburg Guests can enjoy three pavilions, a skate park, a tennis area, recreation fields, and a senior-geared LifeTrail. You also can enjoy seasonal amenities such as an ice rink in the winter and a community pool in the summer. 11 Numidia Dragway, Numidia Hear engines roar at this dragstrip that attracts racers from throughout the U.S. and Canada. Watch races from April through October. 12 Milton Model Train Museum, Milton This is the perfect stop for every kid at heart. Located in the Milton Moose Family Center, observe zero-gauge scale model trains set in an interactive 1950s-era replica of Milton. 13 Montour Preserve, Danville Choose from an eclectic variety of outdoor recreation. Excavate for fossils in the Fossil Pit, a 395-million-year-old Mahantango Formation shale. Fish for bass, catfish, pike, and crappie on Lake Chillisquaque. Attend a maple sugaring program featuring a pancake breakfast, a presentation on maple sugaring history, and maple sugaring demonstrations.
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