The second installation of Haunting the Highlands again features a legend from Somerset County, this time focused on the small area of Hexebarger, or Hexie, and the witches that lived there throughout the years. I'm joined by local folklore enthusiast Michael Cook and The Tribune-Democrat photographer Thoams Slusser on this adventure through the hills and history outside Confluence.
Music credit: "Spellcraft" by Geoff Harvey
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Haunting the Highlands: Jacob Thomas and his devils
On this special spooky episode of Hiking the Highlands the Somerset County legend of Jacob Thomas, his seven devils and hidden treasure, is explored, as well as how the myth has changed through the years.
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Exploring Prince Gallitzin State Park
Prince Gallitzin State Park Manager Jessica Lavelua acts as a guide through the more than 6,000 acre green space and all of its amenities from fishing, boating and hiking to camping and snowmobiling in this episode of Hiking the Highlands. The park is located in the northern part of Cambria County.
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Woodland Wanderings Ep. 3
With just miles to go, Tribune-Democrat reporters Russ O'Reilly, Joshua Byers and photographer John Rucosky connect once more with GO Laurel Highlands Public Relations Director Eric Knopsnyder to finish the 70-mile journey on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail in the final episode of Woodland Wanderings, a special Hiking the Highlands series.
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Woodland Wanderings Ep. 2
Tribune-Democrat photographer John Rucosky is back with GO Laurel Highlands Public Relations Director Eric Knopsnyder for the next section of the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail and this time T-D reporter Russ O'Reilly tags along for the roughly 30-mile trek. Tune in to find out how this outing went and who we run into along the way in this episode of Woodland Wanderings.
A podcast about the numerous hiking trails in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania and interviews with individuals interested or active with this outdoor activity. Released the third Monday of every month.