In central Pennsylvania, October 1st (depending on elevation) is roughly the last day of frost free weather. Now begins the season of warm afternoons, crisp, cool evenings, the smell of wood burning, mouthwatering, tart apples and the most wonderful array of colors imaginably.  

Cornflower blue skies against  the display of foliage, changing colors, is truly a sight to behold. In the central Pennsylvania woods, fall asters and flowering grasses abound. Central Pennsylvania's Farmers Markets and road side stands' bounty includes: huge orange pumpkins, crisp, ambrosial, red and green apples, plump, juicy, purple and green grapes, an abundance of tomatoes (both red and green once the frost hits) and yellow, orange, green and blue squashes.

My daughter loves the fall for the opportunity to unearth her sweaters. Quite the fashionista, her wardrobe is at its best in the sweater months. For the less fashion conscious, there is nothing like dressing with a softly worn cashmere sweater during the months of fall.

Following the PA Quilt (and Rug) Trails during the central Pennsylvania this time of year is the experience you will always equate with fall. Come for the day, explore your own backyard, spend a night or two in one of central Pennsylvania's charming inns or B&Bs. Visit the Magdalean Briner trail rug at the Tuscarora Forest. Stop at the Hunters Valley Winery and see where the grapes are grown and bottled. Have your photograph taken with the first PA Quilt (and Rug) Trail quilt square while sipping on a glass of Niagara wine.

PA Quit (and Rug) Trails is surpassing expectations and growing. Now would be a great time to financially support this endeavour. Earmark holiday gifts. Donate any amount, all is equally appreciated. Click on the Paypal button on the top right and you can easily make a donation right away even if you do not have a Paypal account. Support The PA Quilt (and Rug) Trails and be part of something great now and in the future.

For more information about the PA Quilt (and Rug) Trails 
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www.paquilttrails.org

PA Quilt (and Rug ) Trails is a project of Community Partnerships RC&D