Even if you’re the type to regularly hit the ski slopes and plan snow-shoeing treks in the woods, it can be hard to imagine camping in an Idaho winter. That ...

Alaska is full of adventures. From visiting glaciers and admiring the Northern Lights to incredible fishing and whale-watching opportunities, it is easy to ...

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Jenny Lake is one of the most popular lakes in Grand Teton National Park and for good reason. Tackle this 7.1-mile trail and see all that this area has to offer. I currently live less than two hours ...

It is no secret that I love Oregon. The Oregon Coast is where I go to calm my troubled heart and the cities are full of adventures. And while there is so much ...

I don’t like beach camping. Sand gets everywhere, the sites are often crowded, and it’s difficult to feel you’ve accomplished getting away ...

Just outside of Jefferson City, Missouri, Clark’s Hill/Norton State Historic Site offers breathtaking views of the Missouri River and surrounding area.

I grew up all over eastern Iowa. My parents moved from place to place – Tipton, Lowden, Iowa City – before finally settling ...

Michigan is a beautiful place with amazing landscapes, scenery, wonders, and more — and the best way to explore the Great ...

Let’s be honest — we spend more time looking at screens than faces, let alone nature. And there comes a point where we just need a break to disconnect and ...

Nestled in Northern California’s Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Fern Canyon is a hidden gem that feels like stepping into another world. This lush, green ...

I am the epitome of an animal lover but I have never been a huge fan of zoos. What I do love are up-close-and-personal animal encounters, especially when they ...