I always hear how time passes more quickly the older you get, and that couldn’t be more true. As I sit here and write this, I can’t believe it’s already October. I’m in disbelief that there’s only three months left in 2024, and fall is currently in full swing.
In the past, I always considered myself a “summer person,” but this year in particular, I counted down the days until fall. Not because I loved summer any less than usual, but because the extreme heat waves had made me crave pumpkin cookies, scarf weather and apple picking. In fact, I even began burning my pumpkin-scented candle in my home on August 1, hoping to manifest an early fall.
Now that it is fall, we’re excited to share with you all of the amazing adventures you can have this autumn right here in the Susquehanna Valley. Welcome to our Autumn Adventure and Health issue!
Start by turning to page 34 for a guide to all things apple-related in Adams County. The core of the county is its rich apple history and its abundance of apple orchards, activities and goodies. Grab your family and friends, and get ready for a fun—and delicious—outing!
Add Horn Farm Center for Agricultural Education as another destination to your bucket list this fall. The York County nonprofit organization hosts classes in sourdough bread baking, composting, gardening and more. On page 28, learn about everything the center has to offer, including the health and wellness benefits that go beyond the body.
Keep the fall fun going with a pint of beer from BierHall Brewing in Lancaster. Their warm and inviting atmosphere, authentic German drinks and dishes and traditional outdoor biergarten-style seating make for a cozy and memorable autumn evening under the stars. Read more on page 22.
And don’t forget to add some spookiness into your autumn adventure! Check out five haunted walking tours in the Susquehanna Valley, page 48, and try creating the “trick-or-treats” on page 25 for Halloween parties or just to indulge in a scary snack!
Fall is truly a standout season for the Susquehanna Valley. The air is crisp, the leaves are picturesque oranges and yellows, and the Valley is thriving with activities, outings and apples! We hope you take time this month to appreciate the mild weather and sweet seasonal flavors before we transition into the cold, long days of winter. Before it’s already November, then December, let your autumn adventure begin.
