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Soon the house will be full of the smells of pies, stuffing, turkey and ham. Extra chairs will be brought out from storage. Parents will dust the places in the house that typically get overlooked, and kids will anxiously await the arrival of their favorite aunts, uncles and cousins. The holiday travel season is here! Whether you have family visiting the PA Wilds for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah or New Year’s, there’s nothing like welcoming your extended family members and making them feel at home.

Christmas is right around the corner and many PA Wilds Makers have launched new holiday items, home decor, and self care products to get you ready. Browse from these new releases and click to learn more about each PA Wilds artisan.

In the heart of Nisbet, Pennsylvania, Laura Carson had a dream – a dream fueled by her love for dogs and a passion for baking. Drawing inspiration from her own furry companions and the bustling dog-loving community around her, Laura embarked on a journey to create something truly special. With determination and a sprinkle of creativity, she founded Biscuit Authority, a small local dog biscuit company that would soon capture the hearts (and taste buds) of pups far and wide.

As new Makers and products are added to the PA Wilds Marketplace everyday, we wanted to take a moment to introduce you to the latest additions! Welcome these creative artists to the marketplace: Biscuit Authority, Moments in Time Studios, 5.56 Forest Products, and McDalong Presents.

As the sun begins to set earlier and mornings start to get cooler, some may be desperate to hold onto the last days of summer. However, shorter days and colder temperatures can bring all new joys to our lives in the PA Wilds! It is hard to beat the feeling of curling up in a hoodie with a cup of hot coffee and a good book. The beauty of the changing leaves and deliciousness of fall flavors only last a couple months.

Each year, hundreds of thousands of travelers make their way to the Pennsylvania Wilds, eager to get a view of some of the most gorgeous fall foliage in the world. These “leaf peepers,” as they’re called, know there’s something special about Pennsylvania’s autumn leaves… scientifically, Pennsylvania is a prime viewing spot.