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Local History

Christopher Franciscus: the Daniel Boone of Lancaster County

May 4, 2021
unchartedadam
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Kentucky had Daniel Boone, Lampeter had Christopher Franciscus. Learn more about the pioneering character who wrestled…

Kayaking Local History River Guide

Side Quest: Kayaking the Conestoga from Rock Hill to Safe Harbor

May 31, 2020
unchartedadam
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If you are looking for some ruins to explore or are a novice kayaker in search…

Local History

Port of Lancaster and the Curious Etymology of Safe Harbor’s Name

May 18, 2020
unchartedadam
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Where does the name Safe Harbor originate? Believe it or not, but it comes from the…

Local History

Conestoga Wagon: Century Strong Ship of Inland Commerce

June 19, 2019
unchartedadam

The Conestoga wagon, as known as "the ship of inland commerce," was used for over a…