Friday, April 13, 2012

A Beautiful Place ~~~~~Boiling Springs, Pa.



Boiling Springs, Pa. is one of my favorite places to visit. Each season has  it's own beauty.

It was settled by the Europeans prior to 1737.  It gets it's name from the natural Artesian well springs located in and around the town.


Another story of the name comes from how the lake in the center of the town steams (as if boiling) in the winter, the water in the lake stays at 52 degrees Fahrenheit year round.


An Iron Forge in the center of town produced cannon for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.


The village also played a prominent role in the Underground Railroad prior to the civil War.


One of the streams flowing under a stone bridge that feeds into the lake.


You may get a chance to catch the sight of a Water Moccasin swimming in the clear water.

The lake is always  hosting swans, and ducks.

You can also find a boat or two.

And the Spring time produces it's own beauty around the lake and the village.

Hope you enjoyed your visit with me.  There are so many places and things to see. Some right in our own areas.  I have heard so many people say, I know it is there, just haven't taken the time to visit.
People will come from distance to visit what we have near us.  That is why I am learning  ~To Take the Time ~ when ever we can, to see what is around us.  You will be amazed!

Have a wonderful Spring Day!




9 comments:

  1. Always a beautiful place to visit :-) The girls liked when we visited there as well.
    Have a good afternoon!

    Love, Jill

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  2. Hi Eileen, I heard about your blog from Jill and have taken time to read through your posts. I am really enjoying your posts, and especially appreciate the travel posts.

    If you have a chance I would love for you to share one of your posts with us at the Gallery of Favorites: http://premeditatedleftovers.com/gallery-of-favorites-413/

    If you need help linking up, you can email me at aleasleftovers@sbcglobal.net and I will be happy to help you out.

    Blessings,Alea

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    1. Hi Alea,
      Thank you for your comments.
      That is so nice of you to want to share one of my post. That would be nice. That would be fine with me if you want to use one of them.
      Have a good weekend.
      Eileen

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  3. We've been to Boiling Springs. We lived in Dillsburg for 4 years and loved it! Thank you for the memories. I look forward to reading more of your blog. Take the time is wonderful advice. Take care.

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    1. Hi Sheila, you lived in a beautiful area. We love the drive up that way through all the fruit orchards and the mountains.
      Thank you for your encouragement.
      Eileen

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  4. Lovely post Eileen. Welcome to the blogosphere. I found your page through Jill's page on Facebook. I'm looking forward to following your blog.

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    1. Thank you Aunt B. I hope I can keep getting the hang of this. Jill and I have to communicate through phone and e-mail, so hoping I will get this right.
      Have a great day. :-)
      Eileen

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  5. Hi Eileen. I just heard about your blog and came to check it out. I love it! Looking forward to your future posts.

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    1. Hi Patty,
      Thank you. And thank you for stopping by.
      Have a good weekend.
      Eileen

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