Summer in Lancaster

I love summer. I love the warmth, the long days, wearing sandals, taking trips, shopping for produce at farm stands and the spectacular sunsets. Summer in Lancaster is warm, with average temperatures in the mid-80's, but highs can hit 100. Some summers are wet enough to keep the grass green, but not this year. Our grass is brown, but it will bounce back. Lancaster is a year-round destination, but some things are just better during the summer. Our farmers markets are stocked with local produce and farm stands pop up all over the countryside, selling whatever they grow or make.  Flowers, pies, zucchini and corn. Lots of sweet corn. Local sweet corn is another thing I love about summer in Lancaster. There are outdoor festivals, outdoor theaters and miles of trails to hike.  Check out www.discoverlancaster.com/events.asp for a taste of all there is to do in Lancaster this summer. If you love the water, try a self-guided paddle tour in the Susquehanna: ​http://www.shanksmare.com/ Or, try a day at Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach:  ​http://mtgretnalake.com/ You can also cool off with a visit Duke's Lagoon at Dutch Wonderland:  ​https://www.dutchwonderland.com/DukesLagoon  When it's time to relax, try one of these beers on tap:  http://www.discoverlancaster.com/lancastories/whats-on-tap-summer  Lastly, I'm always interested in pet-friendly places to take my Wheaten Terrier, Finn:  ​http://www.discoverlancaster.com/lancastories/pet-friendly-lancaster-pa If only summer could last a few extra months.