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Traditions vary from person to person, or even state by state. Check out he following Maryland traditions and see how many you relate with: Sprinkling Old Bay on everything Flickr / Miranda If a Marylander doesn’t have at least one can of Old Bay in their pantry, are they really even a Marylander? Sauerkraut with Thanksgiving dinner Flickr / Shannon Prickett This tradition varies by region and to many Marylanders, Thanksgiving just isn’t the same without a side of sauerkraut....

I can’t think of a better way to spend a hot summer’s day than kayaking or canoeing on the open water. Whether on a calm lake, a slow, rolling creek, roaring rapids, or out on the ocean, there are so many options in Oregon. We’ve identified some of these spots for you to check out this summer. Beaver Creek State Park Natural Area near Newport George Wesley and Bonita Dannells/Flickr This canoeing trip takes you to a peaceful place near the coast....

Recently, the popular digital lifestyle publication Thrillist released their list of All 50 States, Ranked By Their Beauty… any guesses as to where Kansas came in? No, it didn’t make the Top 10 (as it should have); the beautiful Sunflower State kicked off the list at #50. Obviously the author of this piece has never seen Kansas at its most glorious, so we here at Only in Kansas would like to show Thrillist why our state is indeed the most beautiful in the Union....

The holiday season will be here before you know it. Fortunately Ohio is home to some pretty epic toy stores. There’s one store in particualr that features one-of-a-kind toys and plenty of nostalgia that will bring out your inner child. Big Fun in Cleveland Heights features vintage toys, retro candy, new toys, gag gifts, video games and much more. Check it out: For more than 25 years, Big Fun has served as the Cleveland area’s most beloved local toy store....

New Jersey restaurants serve up some pretty spectacular wings. I can easily think of a dozen places to satisfy a craving, all sure to delight your taste buds. Still, two Garden State eateries stood out among the others to top a global list featuring 22 of the best wings in the world. Buzzfeed, a popular international website, reached out to their readers and reviews came in from coast to coast. Restaurants with top notch wings were selected in states including Missouri, Ohio and California, as well as countries including Britain and Singapore....

New Mexicans are well aware that some of the best bread you’ll ever taste is cooked in a horno and, throughout the nation, wood-fired pizza has gathered loyal fans. If this style of pizza appeals, you’re definitely going to want to try the hearth-cooked meals at this one-of-a-kind restaurant. Tripadvisor/Natty467 The centerpiece of Common Fire, in Taos, is a massive, hand-built, wood-fired oven. Forgot sautéing or frying. Here, most dishes are prepared in the hearth....

Even in the midst of Virginia’s most bustling cities, the respite of a lovely park is never far away. Theodore Roosevelt Island in northern Virginia (technically, it’s considered part of Washington D.C.) is especially unique for its location on the Potomac River. For a scenic day trip, a visit to this river island is one you shouldn’t miss. As you walk through the park, you’ll enjoy learning more about the breathtaking natural area as well as President Theodore Roosevelt himself....

Just a few miles north of the Iowa border, a tiny community called Harmony sits nestled in the beautiful bluff country of southern Minnesota. This little town is about 130 miles from the hustle and bustle of the Twin Cities, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do there. In fact, for such a small community, Harmony has quite a lot to do. Where else can you take an Amish tour in the morning, then see an underground waterfall in the afternoon?...

Most of us love a good ghost story— with the chills running up and down our arms, and the adrenaline pumping at full-speed throughout our bodies. Many people seek out scary experiences just to feel the rush. If you’re the type of person who loves a good haunting, then you must drive through Ebenezer Swamp in the Gullah territory of Savannah. There are a few different myths and legends surrounding this area, but none of which top the legend of the “Skin Stealers....

Everyone loves a good fright now and then, and luckily in a place as old and rural as New Hampshire there are bound to be plenty of creepy places just waiting to be explored. From haunted restaurants to abandoned towns, these 8 terrifying New Hampshire places will raise the hairs on the back or your neck and have you leaving the lights on! The Haunted Cemeteries Timechaser/flickr From a grave in Portsmouth that glows at night to a finger in Hollis that points from Heaven to Hell, these seven cemeteries are NOT somewhere you want to visit after dark....

Okay, so we all know that Kansas is the Sunflower State for a reason, but how many of you have visited personally? Some of you will stay home and enjoy the photos, but for those who are willing to brave the crowds, you should definitely check out this magical sunflower field this summer. Grinter’s Sunflower Farm is the best out of all the farms in the Sunflower State. Shawn Kinkade/Flickr...

Abiquiu, located midway between Albuquerque and the Colorado border has a well-earned reputation for beauty. These New Mexico landscapes inspired the artist Georgia O’Keeffe, who split her time between Ghost Ranch and New York. But just down the road from Ghost Ranch lies a unique geological feature that surpasses the beauty of even the most lauded artwork. Flickr/Granger Meador Yelp/Angela G. Echo Amphitheater is a natural amphitheater tucked away in Carson National Forest....

Springlake Amusement Park in Oklahoma City opened in 1924 and was “the place” to go for fun back in the day. If you grew up going to this park, it’s hard to drive down Martin Luther King Blvd. in Oklahoma City and not remember the Big Dipper – the popular wooden roller coaster at the amusement park. Springlake started with a big spring-fed pond and then many rides and attractions, along with a pool and slides, were added, making it an outdoor haven for all ages....

Within the state of Georgia, there are loads of places where you can enjoy a quick getaway without breaking the bank. We’ve written before about sleeping in a treehouse in 14 Places In Georgia You Thought Only Existed In Your Imagination. Seemingly, Georgians love treehouses. Which is only fitting that we write about another set of tree houses, perfect for the entire family, where you can sleep comfortable under a forest canopy....

On June 8th, 1972, life went on as normal in Rapid City. It had been a pretty rainy season prior to that but nothing out of the ordinary. No one was suspecting of anything to happen in the next few days. It was just a nice early summer day. On June 9th, 1972, it rained for six hours straight. Thunderstorms were constant and seemed to have no intentions of ever letting up....

Oahu’s north shore is famous for its incredible beaches, the charming town of Haleiwa, and a plethora of mouthwatering food trucks; but once you step back from the ocean, you will find some absolutely incredible landscapes to explore, including the lush and beautiful Waimea Valley. An area of historic cultural significance, the Waimea Arboretum and Botanical Garden is home to 35 distinct plant collections, with one of the most impressive collections of Polynesian plants in existence....

It’s no surprise that the oldest amusement park in America is in Connecticut. The state’s population is full of fun loving thrill seekers. In fact, the whole region loves these places, with 7 of the 10 oldest parks being right here in New England. But the prestigious honor, and the historical bragging rights, go to us. Because the oldest amusement park in America is none other than Lake Compounce! The park is located at 186 Enterprise Drive, Bristol, Connecticut 06010....

The Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys was the site of the secret mass rape and murder of dozens of school boys. The now-derelict school had a “rape dungeon” where 55 children were murdered by their teachers and secretly cremated or buried while under state care. YouTube/davids ghost The school opened in 1900 and shut its doors in 2011 for financial reasons. In the 1960s, it housed over 500 young boys, most of whom had a troubled history including minor offenses like shoplifting, running away from home or skipping class....

Though North Dakota is primarily wide open prairies, there are spots in the state with the kind of rugged terrain you’d expect in places like Arizona. These rough buttes and valleys create our own Grand Canyon of sorts. Luckily, there is a hike through it that is the perfect way to experience it. Here’s why you’ll want to take it: This trail is known as the Wind Canyon trail. It’s located in the South Unit of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park....

Virginia’s extensive trail system offers countless ways to experience our beautiful state. Whether you’re in the mood for a shady trail through the forest, a mountain scramble, or a stroll along the shore, there are options for just about every kind of hiker. While the summer’s still here, you may want to opt for a trip to Back Bay Wildlife Refuge, where you can meander along a hidden boardwalk trail....