Could Mary Ferree's grave be the oldest tombstone in Lancaster County? If it is, in fact,…
Author: unchartedadam
Meet ‘Devil Dave’ Miller: The Colorful Sheriff of Lancaster County
One of the expectations for the local sheriff is that he put people in jail, not…
Curious carvings on Conestoga Boulevard
Mystery abounds in Lancaster County, especially the closer you get to the Susquehanna. A short distance…
Visiting Safe Harbor’s petroglyphs during a low water event
Last week, I had a once-a-year opportunity to venture out to see the petroglyphs at Safe…
Green Infrastructure Adventure
Lancaster Conservancy and Uncharted Lancaster have again partnered to present an updated Green Infrastructure Adventure for…
Soldiers and Sailors Monument: honoring America’s veterans
It's Memorial Day. Located in the heart of Penn Square is Soldiers and Sailors Monument. Original…
Slackwater Navigation Adventure
Grab your fedora and pack your paddle intrepid explorers because the Conestoga River Club and Uncharted…
The History of Lancaster County’s Borders
Happy Birthday, Lancaster County! It was on this day, May 10, in 1729 that Lancaster County…
Canassatego and the Great Seal of the United States
I recently had the opportunity to speak to the second graders at Lafayette Elementary about Native…
Secret Trust Adventure Revealed: Deciphering the Weekly Challenges
With the treasure hunt for the Secret Trust Adventure now over, I have received several requests…
Secret Trust Adventure Revealed: Deciphering the poem and painting
Last week saw the thrilling conclusion of the Secret Trust Adventure, with at least six teams…
Christopher Franciscus: the Daniel Boone of Lancaster County
Kentucky had Daniel Boone, Lampeter had Christopher Franciscus. Learn more about the pioneering character who wrestled…
Side Quest: Marietta’s Mystery Monument – ‘Speak, friend, and enter.’
It doesn't get any better than this: enigmatic petroglyphs with possible secret society connections hidden on…
Secret Trust Adventure: Vinegar’s Ferry
'Speak, friend, and enter.' The final leg for the Secret Trust Adventure's $200 filled mini-chest begins…
Secret Trust Adventure: White Chimneys
It's week 6 of the Secret Trust Adventure, and your quest to find the treasure nears…
Secret Trust Adventure: What time is it?
What time is it? It's week 5 of the Secret Trust Adventure. Your search to find…
Side Quest: Governor Dick Observation Tower
Explore the boulder-filled forests of Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick as you prepare to…
Secret Trust Adventure: ‘the brave loyal Normal boys’
It's week 4 of the Secret Trust Adventure. Your quest continues when you visit 'the brave…
Episodes 6 of ‘On the Edge with Lauren’ now available on YouTube
Episodes 6 of 'On the Edge with Lauren' now available on YouTube. This week's show discusses…
Secret Trust Adventure: Go West, Young Man
It's week 3 of the Secret Trust Adventure. Your quest continues by completing a three-part challenge.…