Surviving Winter: Snowy Outings and Indoor Fun

You could end up slipping into the wintertime blues after saying goodbye to the Christmas season. As the winter season continues in western PA (and assuming you’re not snowed in by the nice snowstorm of 2026), permit me to remind you of the numerous alternatives across the faculty space. Whether craving a cozy day indoors or a frosty thrill out, there’s at all times an journey ready to occur!  

Up for a snowy journey? Explore Beaver County and the hidden treasures of nature. 

1. The Falls: Buttermilk Falls & Big Run Falls are a few the perfect waterfalls within the space. Not solely are they simple hikes however they result in a view straight out of a portray.
2. Ruins Exploration: In the small city of Ellwood City lies deserted Rock Point Park Ruins, an previous amusement park which closed within the early 1900s. With its previous trails and broken-down equipment, it feels eerie but nostalgic. 
3. Trash bag Sledding & Outdoor Skating: Looking for extra pleasure? Try out trash-bag sledding at New Galilee Community Park or hop on the ice at Brady’s Run Park in Chippewa Twp. 
4. Sahli Nature Park in Chippewa and Raccoon Creek State Park: In the coolness of winter, these locations remodel into winter wonderlands. The pure magnificence of those parks invite you to mirror on the fantastic thing about nature in even the coldest months of western PA. 

Beaver County holds various native gems that mirror the appeal, historical past, and spirit of the world. And even within the midst of winter, there’s nonetheless a lot to discover — if you’re up for the journey that’s. Enjoy the group you’re dwelling in and expertise the locations that make Beaver County not only a metropolis however a house. 

A comfortable day indoors extra your pace? Here are a couple of concepts to maintain you and your mates occupied over the weekends. 

1. The Classics: Sometimes you simply want a good film night time, boardgame night time, or craft night time. Make some sizzling cocoa and popcorn, invite your mates to your dorm room, and simply hang around! Karaoke at all times goes over properly particularly with the best snacks. 
2. Power Point Fun: Invite your buddies over to current on matters essential to them by energy level displays. Add themes to make it fascinating!
    
3. Dollar Tree Finds: Ask everybody to convey a present ($5-10 restrict) and maintain a white elephant fashion reward change. We don’t have to order this for the vacations solely! In the top, every particular person receives one thing foolish and takes residence a brand new treasure. 

By Grace Forton ‘29