Outdoor Date Ideas

Outdoor Date Ideas

Cuddling up on the couch with your sweetheart and watching a good movie or favorite TV show is always a great go-to date. However, as romantic as it is, this type of date night does tend to get a little stale after a while, and you may need to come up with something...
Why Kids Should Spend Time in Nature

Why Kids Should Spend Time in Nature

In years past, children spent most of their time out of school engaging in outdoor activities with their friends, such as playing ball, riding their bikes, fishing, and getting into typical childhood mischief. However, studies have shown over the last few decades that...
Things to Pack for a Romantic Day Outdoors

Things to Pack for a Romantic Day Outdoors

Whether it is a special occasion, such as a birthday, anniversary, or Valentine’s Day, or just a date you want to be memorable, knowing what to pack for a romantic day outdoors depends on a variety of factors including the weather and what you plan to do on your...
The Top Ten Places to Hike in the U.S.

The Top Ten Places to Hike in the U.S.

Hiking in the great outdoors has become one of the most popular activities across the country. For the day hiker, there are trails that cover just a few miles and those that traverse the entire country for the truly adventurous. Even when half of the country is under...
How to Keep Bugs Away from Kids

How to Keep Bugs Away from Kids

Kids love being outside, playing in the backyard, climbing trees in the woods, and going on camping trips. However, bugs like mosquitoes, ticks, bees, wasps, and biting flies are as much of a part of the great outdoors as dirt and grass. These insects are not just...