Outside the Bubble

Exploring Carlisle, off the beaten path

Outdoor Potential

Why did you decide to go to Dickinson? While there are many fantastic reasons, few people I have met said they came for the nature around Carlisle. I know that … Continue reading

December 9, 2013 · 1 Comment

Was it Worth it?

“Wow I can’t believe you’re taking that bike on these trails”.  Alec’s shock was reasonable, as I was taking my road bike with no suspension, half inch tires, and a … Continue reading

November 25, 2013 · 4 Comments

Metabiking

Until now I have tried to keep my posts limited to the experiences and locations that I see on my bike rides, but now prepare yourself for a whole post … Continue reading

November 19, 2013 · 2 Comments

Terry and Opossum Lake

My house is up a long road buried deep within trees, fields, and swamps.  Halloween was always a lonely time as no kids ever braved the long spooky driveway.  With … Continue reading

November 8, 2013 · 1 Comment

Carlisle’s Bat Cave

Just a seven minute bike ride from campus there is one of the most beautiful, unique, and historic places in Carlisle.  Managed by Carlisle Parks and Recreation, Cave Hill is … Continue reading

October 30, 2013 · 6 Comments

Drag Strips and Dry Lips

For almost all of freshman year my bike rides were limited to one direction, North. Sure there was a great mountain with quite the view, but the roads were often … Continue reading

October 1, 2013 · Leave a comment

An idea

Does this look familiar? A few weeks ago my friend asked if I wanted to check out a rope swing on the nearby Conodoguinet River.  A mere five minutes later, … Continue reading

September 19, 2013 · 2 Comments