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...
Ways to Ward Off Black Flies

Ways to Ward Off Black Flies

Whether out for a jaunt in the woods or just trying to enjoy a backyard barbecue, black flies can be a pesky problem when you are outside. Also referred to as buffalo or turkey gnats, there are over 250 kinds of black flies in North America alone and over 2,000...
Family Outdoor Adventures

Family Outdoor Adventures

Children have a natural curiosity about the natural world, and most of us remember doing things like climbing trees and looking for bugs as children. Just as being outside invites kids to explore and discover nature, and even concrete jungles, like New York City, have...
Warm Winter Vacation Destinations in the U.S.

Warm Winter Vacation Destinations in the U.S.

Some people who live in the northern regions of the U.S. look forward to the winter months, while others just try to bear it until the earth’s north pole tips back towards the sun. If you are a die-hard winter-sports enthusiast, you may not want to miss a minute of...