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Beaches Closest to Reading, Pennsylvania | USA Today

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Oceanfront beaches in New Jersey are only a day trip away from Reading. (Photo: Comstock Images/Stockbyte/Getty Images )

Thoughts of Reading, Pennsylvania, are not likely to conjure up images of sunbathing on a windswept beach while the waves lap the sand a few feet away. Though this city of 88,000 is not on the water, a number of lake and river beaches are within the state. If you're looking for something grander, a smattering of large and small beaches are on the coast, just a few hours away.

The beach at Blue Marsh Lake in Leesport, Pennsylvania, may be small, but it is certainly convenient. Just a 20-minute drive northwest of Reading, this man-made lake covers a good deal of ground -- 1,147 acres of water area, to be precise. The lake allows swimming, fishing, boating, water skiing and scuba diving during the summer months, while winter adventurers can enjoy ice boating, ice fishing and ice skating. The park surrounding the lake has over 36 miles of trails, open to pedestrians, equestrians and bicyclists.

Mt. Gretna Lake and Beach, in Pennsylvania, provides a premium beach experience without a lengthy drive. Under an hour due west of Reading, the facility rests on the banks of the stream-fed Lake Conewago. An admission fee is charged to access Mt. Gretna's 300-square-foot beach and groves, but the facilities are well worth it. Mt. Gretna has lifeguards on duty in protected swimming areas, canoe and kayak rentals, two diving boards and a water swing.

Within a two-hour drive to the east and north of Reading, the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in Pennsylvania boasts two grassy beaches open to the public. Both Milford Beach, near the town of Milford, and Smithfield Beach, near Delaware Water Gap, charge entrance fees for cars, bicyclists and pedestrians. Visitors enjoy boat and canoe launches and picnic areas, and access is available to the Joseph M. McDade Recreational Trail for avid hikers.

Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park at Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, is just a couple of hours away, directly to the east of Reading on the New Jersey coast. The 38-acre park is open year-round, with parking and entrance fees during the summer months. Enjoy a round of beach volleyball on the court or venture into open water on a kayak or canoe. Lifeguards are on duty in protected areas of the beach, which is also open to surfers.

A graduate of Oberlin College, Caitlin Duke has written on travel and relationships for Time.com. She has crisscrossed the country several times, and relishes discovering new points on the map. As a credentialed teacher, she also has a strong background in issues facing families today.

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Pennsylvania may be landlocked, but that doesnt mean it isnt home to some awesome beaches. Our many lakes and reservoirs grant us access to the water in a special way, especially the 11 beaches along Lake Erie in Presque Isle State Park. Read on to discover the best sandy getaways in our state for this summer

1. Black Moshannon State Park, Rush Township

The quaint beach at Black Moshannon State Park is located within proximity of the largest bog in Pennsylvania.

2. Bald Eagle State Park, Centre County

The Joseph Foster Sayers Reservoir is a man-made lake located in Bald Eagle State Park. It has a beautiful beach where you can kick back and relax.

3. Presque Isle State Park, Erie

Presque Isle State Park, along Lake Erie, has not one, but 11 beautiful beaches for you to enjoy.

4. Poe Valley State Park, Penn

Poe Lake is a manmade lake that was created during the Great Depression.

5. Harveys Lake, Wilkes-Barre

Harvey's Lake is the largest naturally occurring lake that is contained entirely in the state of Pennsylvania.

6. Beltzville State Park, Carbon County

Not pictured: the beach. I promise it exists, though, all glistening 525 feet of sandy beach, complete with showers and a snack bar.

7. Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach, Lebanon

Mt. Gretna is a gorgeous beach that often hosts events such as birthday parties and day camps. There is an admission fee.

Though these beaches all look fun, it is somewhat difficult to locate more beaches in our state. What other ones do you know of? Tell me about them in the comments below!

Christi is from Allentown and currently lives and goes to school in Pittsburgh.

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Swim at a designated lake beach in Pennsylvania. (Photo: Thinkstock/Comstock/Getty Images )

Visit one of 117 state parks or 2.1 million acres of forest land managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (dcnr.state.pa.us) for a day of recreation. County and city parks also offer Pennsylvania residents and visitors a place to bike, hike, walk or swim. In the eastern half of the state, several destinations invite visitors to wade in the water from a beach bordering lakes ranging in size from 1.7-acre Fuller Lake to 1,147-acre Blue Marsh Lake.

Located 21 miles south of the New York border and 52 miles north of Williamsport, 407-acre Hills Creek State Park (dcnr.state.pa.us) has a sandy beach bordering 137-acre Hills Creek Lake. A grassy area also welcomes visitors near the lake's shore, and boats may be launched to spend the day fishing for bass, carp or catfish. At 2,158-acre Little Pine State Park, wade in the water from a sand beach with grass turf to swim in the 94-acre Little Pine Lake. Pack a picnic lunch to refuel at one of four designated areas after a day of swimming or explore more than 14 miles of hiking trails through the park.

Located near Leesport, Blue Marsh Lake (nap.usace.army.mil) spans 1,147 acres of water surface and has a designated swimming beach area. Launch a boat or spend time hiking on 36 miles of trails after time spent swimming on the lake. The privately owned Mt. Gretna Lake and Beach (mtgretnalake.com) is 46 miles west of Blue Marsh Lake near Lebanon and features 300 feet of sandy beaches adjacent to a roped swimming area as well as a diving board and water swing. A daily admission fee applies at Mt. Gretna Lake; beach chair rentals, changing areas and picnic tables are available to visitors.

Spend the day on one of 150 lakes in the Pocono Mountains (800poconos.com) region in northeastern Pennsylvania. Access Beltzville Lake from a 525-foot beach at 3,002-acre Beltzville State Park (dcnr.state.pa.us) during the summer months. Located 23 miles south of Scranton, Gouldsboro and Tobyhanna state parks also have sandy beaches open to visitors on 250-acre Gouldsboro Lake and 170-acre Tobyhanna Lake. Head to the beach at Mauch Chunk Lake Park (carboncounty.com) in Carbon County to swim in a designated area under a lifeguard's supervision and near a family picnic area. More than 150,000 visitors annually head the to sandy beaches at Mauch Chunk Lake annually to swim, boat, fish or hike.

At 696-acre Pine Grove Furnace State Park (dcnr.state.pa.us), swim from sandy beaches at both 25-acre Laurel Lake and 1.7-acre Fuller Lake. Snack bars are open during the summer at both beaches; boating is permitted on Laurel Lake. A 3.5-acre lake swimming beach is also available at 273-acre Colonel Deming State Park, located near Landisburg and Newville. Claim a spot on the sandy beaches of 2,338-acre Gifford Pinchot State Park bordering 340-acre Pinchot Lake. Boat rentals, a children's playground and picnic areas are adjacent to the beach. Overnight campsites are available for those planning a multiday stay.

Michelle Hornaday lives in Edmonds, Washington and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Washington State University and a Master of Education from Northern Arizona University. She is currently a freelance writer for various websites.

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Space Flight Mission "NASA is deeply committed to spreading the unique knowledge that flows from its aeronautics and space research..." Launch Programs Project Mercury Initiated in 1958, completed in 1963, Project Mercury was the United States' first man-in-space program.

Project Gemini The second U.S. manned space program was announced in January 1962. Gemini involved 12 flights, including two unmanned flight tests of the equipment.

Apollo-Soyuz The mission started with the Russian Soyuz launch on July 15, 1975, followed by the U.S. Apollo launch on the same day. Docking in space of the two craft occurred on July 17, and joint operations were conducted for two full days. Both spacecraft landed safely and on schedule.

Space Shuttle The Space Shuttle is a viable part of American History. Standing as one of NASA's foremost projects, the shuttle has accomplished many tasks that have enhanced the quality of life on Earth. View archives of every shuttle mission here.

Project Apollo

"I believe this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the Moon and returning him safely to Earth. No single space project in this period will be more impressive to mankind, or more important in the long-range exploration of space; and none will be so difficult or expensive to accomplish."

John F. Kennedy Special Joint Session of Congress May 25, 1961

Shuttle-Mir Phase 1 was a NASA program encompassing 11 space shuttle flights over a four-year period. It used existing assets - primarily U.S. shuttle orbiters and the Russian Space Station Mir - to build joint space experience and start joint scientific research.

International Space Station The most complex engineering and construction project in the world is taking place in space. 16 countries and over 100,000 people are contributing to this monumental achievement.

NASA Histories On-line On-line versions of more than 100 NASA history publications are available at this Web site.

Walking to Olympus: An EVA Chronology An online PDF (3.5M) chronicle of EVAs conducted since the dawn of the space age.

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Redhead and Proud – The home of Redheads – Fictional …

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One of the main characters of the Japanese animation series Shin Seiki.

Archie Andrews

All American teenager, actually a comic strip character. Archie made his debut in the Pep Comic in 1941. With his chums Veronica, Betty Copper and Jughead Jones, Archie has entertained generations of US comic fans.

Anne of Green Gables

Poor little orphan girl who has been the subject of a number of films and TV series since she was created by Lucy Maud Montgomery. But times have changed, and these days Anne has her own on-line store - see our Links section.

Ariel

The Little Mermaid of Disney fame, with her long Red hair swishing about beneath the waves.

Beaker from the Muppets

Assistant to Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, resident scientist from Jim Hensons Muppet Show. Like all good Redheads, Beaker has a healthy interest in all things chemical. A Muppet Show is not complete without Beaker blowing something (usually himself) up.

Daphne Blake

The Pouting cartoon babe from Scooby-Doo added some much needed glamour and chutzpah to the 1970s kitsch-ridden animated Crimebusters. A Big Screen version is being threatened with Jennifer Love Hewitt being touted as the human Daphne. Grrrrrr, those pesky kids.

Basil Brush

Red brushed comedian and all round variety entertainer who made his name in the 1960s with his showbiz partner 'Mr' Roy North. His distinctive braying laugh and 'Boom, Boom!' cry made him a household name. His career is again on the up, a new TV series is to be screened in 2001.

Elmo (Sesame Street)

Long standing member of The Sesame Street ensemble, Elmo has now gone solo appearing in the US movie Elmo in Grouchland. Inseparable from his well-worn fuzzy blue blanket, Elmo is everything a Redheaded man should aspire to be.

Maude Flanders

Departed wife of The Simpsons' do-gooder next-door-nrighbour Ned. A tireless champion of good causes, including the less than cherubic Springfield Youth, Maude was maybe just to good for this world.

Pebbles Flintstone

Perennial baby daughter Flintstone, inheriting her Redhair from Mum Wilma.

Wilma Flintstone

The long suffering wife of Fred, the self-styled King of Bedrock. The Flintstones was a Hanna Barbera creation, the first primetime cartoon made for TV. First aired on 30th September 1960 and still going strong. Yabba Dabba Dooooooooo!!

Ginger (Biggles)

Close friend and fellow flyer of James Bigglesworth, who you probably know better as 'Biggles'. The creation of Captain W.E. Johns. With Algy close by in the cockpit, these three intrepid aviation enthusiasts did daring deeds both in the air and on the ground.

Ginger (Chicken Run)

Probably one of the greatest chicken actors of all time, Ginger is the star of the Nick Park directed movie hit of 2000, Chicken Run.

Ginger (Just William)

One of William Browns Outlaw gang from the fantastic Richmal Crompton books. Along with Douglas and Henry, Ginger helped William in and out of scrapes and away from Violet Elizabeth Bott.

Little Orphan Annie

Comic strip character created in 1924 by Harold Gray for The Chicago Tribune. The comic strip is still running, but it was the Broadway show Annie , featuring the song The Sun Will Come Up Tomorrow, that rocketed the little girl to mega stardom. Annie is now over 75 years of age and is celebrated on the website: http://www.annie75.com

Little Red Riding Hood

Brave Redheaded girl who was directly involved in the Wolf/Grandmother Incident deep in the Forest. Sent by her mother with a basket of cookies, Ms Hood set off into the Forest only to find a wolf wearing her Grandmothers clothes and her Grandmother hiding in a wardrobe. Ive been to those kind of parties. We believe the relevant authorities are still looking into this incident

Pippi Longstocking

A teller of outlandish stories of life on the sea, a thingfinder and a "master cook", Pippi Longstocking is always at the centre of the action. So it's not JUST her Red hair that catches everyone's attention!

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Museum & Auditorium Galleries: 205 West State Street Trenton, NJ

Tel: (609) 292-6464 (recorded message) Email: Feedback@sos.nj.gov

Astronaut Edwin Buzz Aldrin, a native of Montclair, New Jersey, was the second man to stand on the surface of the moon. The visor in his helmet shows a reflection of Astronaut Neil Armstrong (first man on the moon), taking this picture as well as one footpad of the Lunar Module Eagle and the United States flag planted next to it.

The largest planetarium in New Jersey, it seats 150 visitors in specially-designed reclining seats that transport an audience to any astronomical destination.

Now featuring state-of-the-art Full DomeVideo, visitors will feel the sensation of zooming through the Solar System and beyond. The Planetarium offers something for everyone; with both traditional sky and laser programs, it is the only planetarium of its kind in New Jersey.

Made possible by the generous support of the Prudential Foundation.

General Admission: $7 adult; $5 child (twelve & under) Groups of 15 or more: $5 per person. Camps and birthday parties welcome. For more information, call (609) 292-6464.

PLEASE NOTE: Planetarium shows are offered to the public on Weekends only during the school year. Weekday shows are held by reservation for school or community groups. During the summer months, winter break, and spring break there are special weekday shows offered to the public. Please check the current schedule for detailed public showtimes.

Saturday and Sunday - January 9 through April 10, 2016

One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure begins on Sesame Street when Elmo's friend, Hu Hu Zhu, visits from China. Big Bird, Elmo and Hu Hu Zhu take viewers on an exciting discovery of the sun, moon, and stars. Elmo and Hu Hu Zhu then take an imaginary trip to the Moon where they learn that the Moon is a very different place from the Earth.

Recommended for ages 3-6 with adults.

A mysterious M sends the intrepid Jack and Annie on a fun-filled journey to discover the secrets of the Sun, Moon, planets, and more. Aligned with early elementary information skills learning objectives, this beautifully-produced show is a winner with Magic Tree House book series fans of all ages and school audiences.

Suitable for families with young children preschool and up.

Asteroid: Mission Extreme takes audiences on an epic journey to discover how asteroids are both a danger and an opportunity. The danger lies in the possibility of a cataclysmic collision with Earth; the opportunity is the fascinating idea that asteroids could be stepping stones to other worlds. Explore what it would take for astronauts to reach an asteroid and how such an adventure could benefit humankind.

Suitable for general audiences

The latest laser art and music come together in a sensational, eye-popping show that will have your heart thumping and your feet tapping! Our newest show features the music of sizzling stars, both past and present, choreographed in brilliant laser light. Our laser system illuminates the full dome in millions of dazzling colors, floating beams for an immersive audio-visual experience thats fun for the entire family!

Special Weekday Spring Break Presentations: March 29, 30, 31, and April 1, 2016

Shows and times are subject to change.

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University of Miami MAE: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

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The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering offers baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees in mechanical engineering and a baccalaureate in Aerospace Engineering. At the baccalaureate degree level, a student can study a sequence of courses to provide an option in specialized areas such as aerospace engineering, environmental engineering, automotive engineering, biomedical engineering, energy engineering, and HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning) systems. The department also offers a five-year B.S./M.S. program leading to both the B.S. degree and the M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering in five years. This program is intended for exceptional students who are admitted to the graduate program in their junior year. Graduate students can specialize in areas related to fluid mechanics, heat transfer, energy engineering, environmental engineering, materials, solid mechanics, internal combustion engines, robotics, controls and design. In addition, a management option is available in the M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering. At the doctoral level, the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Doctor of Arts (D.A.) in Mechanical Engineering are available.

A mechanical engineer designs and builds machines, engines, devices and systems that produce, transmit and use force, motion and energy. Mechanical engineers work in a variety of industries, consulting practices, universities and research organizations. They are employed in automobile, aerospace, machine building, materials processing, transportation, utility and computer industries and a host of other large and small firms. The mission of the Department of Mechanical Engineering is to provide an excellent undergraduate and graduate education in mechanical engineering that will prepare graduates to meet societys needs and aspirations. Established in 1947, the Mechanical Engineering Department has awarded over eight hundred B.S., one hundred M.S. and one hundred Ph.D./D.A. degrees. Many of our graduates have been successful in academic, industry and government jobs. Currently, the department has 11 faculty, 120 undergraduate students, 21 graduate students, and 4 postdoctoral research scholars. All the faculty are dedicated to teaching, research and service. Many faculty members are internationally recognized scholars in their fields, published textbooks and conduct research at the cutting edge of technology. The faculty adapt to the rapidly changing trends in technology and education in delivering the best possible education to students. The use of latest techniques in terms of computer software, internet and multimedia presentation is emphasized in the classroom.

Undergraduate students have opportunities to participate in faculty research. They can work on on-going research projects along with other graduate and undergraduate students. Such participation often results in the publication of research articles in professional magazines and journals. Undergraduate students of mechanical engineering are exposed to a variety of professional activities such as college-level design competitions, organization of design contests to high school students, tours to industries, including NASA, seminars by industry leaders, and entrepreneurship forums organized by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and other professional societies.

Mission Statement: To provide excellent undergraduate and graduate education in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering that will prepare graduates to meet society's changing needs and aspirations.

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As high as your dreams can take you--thats where youll go with a degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Miami. You may choose research at the finest graduate schools in the world, working with the industrys top design engineers at firms like Lockheed and Raytheon, or helping engineer the next generation of space exploration techniques at NASA. All these exciting opportunities, and more, are there for you during and after your University of Miami education..

What will you study? Some of the topics covered in Aerospace Engineering Program:

Degrees offered include the Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with Aerospace Engineering Concentration, dual major in Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace, and the five-year Bachelors of Science in Aerospace/Masters in Mechanical Engineering.

Your studies will include intensive exposure to theory and practice as well as hands-on laboratory work. We encourage students to gain industry and government experience through internships and co-op work. Our University/Academic partners include Lockheed Martin, United Space Alliance (USA), Embraer, Pratt & Whitney, NASA, the Defense Intelligence Agency and many others.

Here at the University of Miami College of Engineering we believe in giving our students the best academic experience as well as the strongest exposure to industry opportunities and research innovations. Come fly with us-become a Hurricane Aerospace Engineer!

The mission of the Aerospace Engineering program is to provide excellent undergraduate education in Aerospace Engineering that will prepare graduates to meet societys changing needs and aspirations.

The Bachelor of Science Program in Aerospace Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABETwww.abet.org.

The objectives of the Aerospace Engineering Program are to prepare graduates who, within the first four to six years after graduation are, either:

Students who qualify for graduation in the aerospace engineering program will have demonstrated the following:

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