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West Virginia has so many hidden treasures! This a big one… did you know about it already or is it new to you? Hidden deep in the West Virginia mountains outside of Glen Jean and south of Fayetteville is a 10,000-acre reserve owned by the Boy Scouts of America. Summit Bechtel Reserve/Facebook It’s the Summit Bechtel Reserve, and it’s HUGE. Summit Bechtel Reserve/Facebook Boy Scouts come from around the world to West Virginia to complete merit badges and further their character training — thousands and thousands of boy scouts....

Redfish and Louisiana go together like red beans and rice. Whether you prefer catching it or cooking it, it’s certainly a staple in many fridges and freezers across the Bayou State. While cooking it up yourself always has its perks, why not close the kitchen for an evening and support a local restaurant? If you’re in the Lake Charles area, you’ve got to swing by Nina P’s Cafe, home to some of the best redfish in Louisiana....

New York is home to one of the prettiest fairytale spots around. Fort Crown Point is a sprawling ruin that looks like something out of a storybook, but is actually a fascinating historical site just begging to be explored. Here’s what you need to know about visiting (no magic wand required). Fort Crown Point, formally known as Crown Point State Historic Site, is one of the most scenic and historic spots in the state....

Founded in the 1970s, Full Circle Bookstore is the largest independent bookstore in the state of Oklahoma. With over 60,000 books to choose from, including discount and hard-to-find reads, plan to spend at least a few hours browsing through the store’s massive inventory. And if you get hungry while perusing the store, plan to stop by the Garden Cafe, which is also located in the bookstore, for a bite to eat....

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… no, we aren’t talking about the holiday season (which we guess is alright, too) but rather cold mornings full of frigid temperatures, frost, and sometimes snow. While the early morning commute could be made better with a warm and comfortable car, we are here to remind you to do so responsibly, as it is illegal to leave your empty car running/warming up in Colorado....

Bask in the cool shade as you stroll through a stunning tunnel of trees in Connecticut. At Steep Rock Preserve, this gorgeous aspect is only the beginning. People have flocked to this enchanting 998-acre natural area for decades, and it’s easy to see why. With ample hiking trails, peaceful camping spots, and historic ruins, Steep Rock Preserve might just be one of the most impressive places in all of Connecticut....

Enjoying the wide open spaces and trails of Kansas is a great way to get connected with nature. Taking a peaceful day outside is a must, and Reynolds Nature Trail is a great section of Kansas to explore. Come check out what this trail in Hays has to offer! Today’s adventure leads us to Reynolds Nature Trail, a spot out near the Sternberg Museum that is great for lovers of big bones and prehistory....

Enjoying the great outdoors of New Hampshire doesn’t mean you have to embark on a multi-day trek through the White Mountains. You can enjoy fresh air and trees just about anywhere—all you need is a good pair of shoes and a sense of adventure. Even if you’re new at hiking, there are plenty of trails to explore…including this one! While it’s hard to pick favorites, the Pitcher Mountain Trail in Stoddard is quite high on our list!...

Tennesse is full of darling locally-owned restaurants and homey eateries. The Volunteer State is smack dab in the center of the American South, after all! Still, it’s up to you to find the place you want to call your second home. It’s up to you to make friends with your waitstaff, to choose a restaurant that you want to return to again and again. If you’re located anywhere near Robbins, Tennessee, then we just might have a suggestion to make....

The coolest winter hot spot in New Mexico just got a little cooler thanks to one of our favorite accessories: snow! Each year, the tiny town of Red River only needs a few inches of smooth, powdery snow but it manages to exceed all expectations by being the snowiest place in the entire state. That’s right, this tiny resort mountain town manages to collect some of the greatest amounts of snow in the state....

Alabama is home to several wonderful places to shop. One of the state’s most popular stores, especially this time of year, is Robert Moore & Co. Christmas Town & Village Collectibles. For information about this store, including what makes it so unique, take a look below. Robert Moore & Co. Christmas Town & Village Collectibles is located in Mobile, Alabama. It’s one of the South’s best destinations for all things Christmas....

We happen to think that Kentucky would make the perfect backdrop for any movie, and it seems Hollywood and the like tend to agree. Many movies have been filmed in the Bluegrass State and one of the most recent uses a charming small town in Kentucky as an idyllic setting. Midway to Love was released in 2019 and recently aired on the Hallmark Channel. Filmed in Kentucky, you may just recognize many of the places that add countless charm to this lovely movie....

Waterfalls are practically everywhere you look here in Arizona, but some are harder to reach than others. Seven Falls, an incredible seven-tiered waterfall in the Sabino Canyon Recreational Area, lies somewhere in the middle. It awaits exhausted hikers the end of an 8.5-mile trail, which might sound daunting — but the difficulty is moderate enough to accommodate most skill levels. A quintessential Tucson hike, Bear Canyon to Seven Falls Trail clocks in at 8....

Have you ever had a passion so great that you dedicated 25 years of your life to it? Well, we haven’t either, so when we discovered the Fortress of Faith tucked away in the midst of the Great Smoky Mountains, we fell in love. Not only with the beauty and eccentricity of the place, but the true Tennessee heart that beats behind it. Fortress of Faith - Facebook This Greenback, Tennessee fortress is one of the most interesting and unique structures, perhaps in the entire state....

US Route 60 follows the Midland Trail Scenic Byway through some of the most stunning and historic sections of West Virginia. It also provides drivers with thrills and panic attacks as it winds through the heart of the rugged Appalachians. When you embark on this scenic tour of the state, prepare for plenty of driving adventures – and none more adventurous than the trek around Gauley Mountain. All 172 miles of the Midland Trail from Kenova to White Sulphur Springs abound with scenic beauty and historical interest....

With more than 4,500 islands off the coast of Maine, the issue of accessibility is not especially foreign. While many of the islands are uninhabited, others are far enough away that a ferry or other means of water transportation is the only link between island life and the mainland. Deer Isle has a bridge, but that wasn’t always the case. This is the story of that bridge! Tiny Deer Isle, located off the coast of Maine in Hancock County, has a population of just under 2,000....

Oregon is well-known as a mecca for craft beer enthusiasts, and it’s safe to say that we have some of the best beer in the country. There’s a great brewery in Bend that not only offers some amazing craft beer, but it also has an observatory onsite. Check out Worthy Brewing and its Hopservatory: Worthy Brewing got its start in 2013, and it’s been a favorite in Bend ever since....

Some things are worth the extra effort, and this particular steakhouse is certainly one of them. Head to the tiny town of Terry, and you’ll find about 1,000 residents and Wynndale Steakhouse. The restaurant has been in business for years, serving up what’s been voted one of the best steakhouses in Mississippi. Wynndale Steakhouse may be out in the middle of nowhere but it’s totally worth the journey. Take a look:...

The weather is warming up, and we are becoming even more aware that we are stir crazy. It’s time to pack some sandwiches and hit the road. But where to? Well, if you’re up for an adventure, Wisconsin has all sorts of spots to give you a trip to remember. Here are 10 Wisconsin spots for the adventurous. Please note, Pewits Nest State Natural Area is temporarily closed. Apostle Islands Jim Sorbie/Flickr The beautiful bold colors and rough shapes of these islands should inspire you to be adventurous....

Question: What’s better than a massive burger paired with some craft beer? Answer: A massive burger sandwiched between two donuts paired with some craft beer. Here in Ohio, there’s a legendary burger joint in the northeast region of the state that’s known for its signature burgers and craft beers. It’s called Burgers 2 Beer and it belongs at the top of your Ohio dining bucket list. With four locations scattered throughout northeast Ohio, Burgers 2 Beer is becoming quite the local legend....