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The Western Maryland Rail-Trail: The Perfect Fall Escape for Both Exercise and Scenery

The Western Maryland Rail-Trail: The Perfect Fall Escape for Both Exercise and Scenery

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Washington County, MD is blessed with many great parks, trails, and green spaces.  One of my favorite at this time of the year is the Western Maryland Rail-Trail. The asphalt paved trail (which opened in 1998) runs from Big Pool, Maryland to Pearre Station, Maryland (a total of about 22.5 miles)  It was previously the right-of-way rail tracks for the Western Maryland Railway, and was purchased by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and converted into a shared-use trail that…

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The C&O Canal: Local Biking/Hiking in a Historic Setting

The C&O Canal: Local Biking/Hiking in a Historic Setting

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Growing up in the four-state area, we often take our local sites and attractions for granted.  They are so close and easily accessible that we often ignore them in favor of more far-flung destinations or activities.  One of the many local gems that falls victim to this mindset is the Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Canal. Commissioned by President James Monroe and built between 1828 and 1850, the C&O Canal was intended to provide a reliable trade route from the Appalachian…

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