There is a lot to see in California, and in fact, the state holds the title for being the state with the most National Parks: nine! One of these Californian National Parks is the Pinnacles National Park, which is in central California, with a total acreage of around 26,600 acres and altitudes of over 3,300 […]
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The year is 1849 when gold seekers stray into a 120-mile basin on their way to the famous California gold mines. After a two-month deadly ordeal in the basin, one of the survivors, while standing on a mountain, looks at the basin and utters the words, “Goodbye, Death Valley.” That’s how the name, Death Valley,
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Located in southwestern Utah, Bryce Canyon National Park is one of 5 Utah national parks. Featuring a rugged landscape sculpted by years of erosion and weathering, Bryce Canyon has awe-inspiring geological formations. The towering hoodoos in red, orange, and yellow shades captivated over 2 million visitors in 2018! From hikers, skiers, campers, photographers, and sight-seers,
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are located in the Sierra Mountains of California. It is mostly a roadless wilderness, but there are some scenic spots where you can access it by road. Here are some interesting facts about the two parks. Save money on your national park visits with the America the Beautiful Pass.
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Most areas of Connecticut have bicycling trails, both in the cities and the countrysides. Some abandoned railroad tracks have been made into long trails, while there are many shorter ones in and around cities. State parks are also a great place for cycling in Connecticut. Many trails connect with each other, so, with a little
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Minnesota is the land of lakes, and there is a trail to almost all of them. Over the past decades, cycling has become more popular and Minnesota has taken this seriously. The State Dept. of Tourism says there are more than 4,000 miles of bike trails in Minnesota. They range from trails in major cities
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Wakeboarding is one of the most popular water sports in the nation, but many people are unsure how to begin. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines watching everyone else have fun, these tips can help you get up on a board and in the middle of the action! Regardless of whether you’re brand new
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Looking to be punny at your next swim meet? We dove deep and pooled out some of the best swimming puns around. They may not be strokes of genius, but hopefully they’ll still make a splash. Swim Puns for All Occasions These are all occasion swim puns. Use them at the pool, beach, lake, or
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Kayaks are made to be very stable and to handle large loads. Some higher-end kayaks on the market today can handle 750 pounds or even more. However, it is certainly possible to overload a kayak. In fact, it is easier than you might think. When you add your weight, the weight of your gear, and
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Many high-quality canoes are made out of aluminum. These canoes come with durable paint from the factory. However, the paint will dull after a while, especially if you use the canoe a lot. Many people are not sure whether they can paint an aluminum canoe themselves. After all, the factory paint is made out of
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Unless you have an inflatable board that’s deflated, you’re going to need a way to get your stand up paddle board from your home to the water. That means you need a roof rack for your vehicle so that you can securely transport the SUP to the beach, lake, or river. Roof racks make transporting
Whether you’re taking the family kayaking, SUPing, canoeing, or just swimming, water safety is of the utmost importance. Especially with kids. Even if your children know how to swim, it’s best to have a life jacket, also known as a PFD (Personal Flotation Device), for your toddlers and children. There are two main types of
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