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Things To Do in Harrisburg PA This Summer

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Central PA, home to the state capitol, Harrisburg, and its surrounding communities offer a variety of activities during the summer that will make your 2012 Staycation exciting, fun, adventurous, but yet inexpensive. The Hershey Gardens is spread over 23 acres and includes the Butterfly House, Children's Garden, and many other themed gardens.

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Explore Harrisburg PA This Summer

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I grew up in central PA, home to the state capital city of Harrisburg. For more military history, visit the Army Heritage and Educational Center located west of Harrisburg, in Carlisle. Twenty five miles north of Harrisburg resides Lake Tobias Wildlife Park , a home to herds of wild and exotic animals from all over the world.

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Summer Staycation Ideas for Harrisburg, PA

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For more military history, visit the Army Heritage and Educational Center located west of Harrisburg, in Carlisle. Twenty five miles north of Harrisburg resides Lake Tobias Wildlife Park , a home to herds of wild and exotic animals from all over the world. Another park north of the city is Knoebels Amusement Resort.

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Central PA Staycation Ideas

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For more military history, visit the Army Heritage and Educational Center located west of Harrisburg, in Carlisle. Twenty five miles north of Harrisburg resides Lake Tobias Wildlife Park , a home to herds of wild and exotic animals from all over the world. There is a Community Free Day on June 20, 9am – 4pm.