This column originally appeared in the June 2025 issue of Town&Gown magazine. Not far from State College, up past Boalsburg, ...

High bacteria levels and staffing shortages have forced swimming at Lodi Lake to be banned several times so far this summer.

For a short and sweet hike to the beach, I would consider wearing water shoes that can also be used for hiking, especially if you plan on wading or swimming. There's also a point where you have to ...