Summer is a time for getting away from it all, at least for a little while, but that can be tough to do when everyone has the same idea and they all wind up in the same place. What you need is a secret beach that isn’t on most people’s radar, and the one at Glendo Reservoir fits the bill. It’s a smaller beach with about 2 miles of sandy shoreline and trees along the back....
America the great and North Carolina the beautiful. The last article I did on this subject barely scratched the surface. There’s so much beauty to be found in North Carolina…and these 10 sites will remind you how amazing our country and state are. The enchanting and mysterious Road to Nowhere, which offers some of the most breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains. Flickr / woodleywonderworks The one of a kind Crabtree Falls....
I’ve always been highly fascinated by aerial photography. I simply love the amount of detail that’s in every aerial photo. Aerial photography definitely captures the beauty of Nevada in such a unique way, and these 10 AMAZING aerial shots prove it: Walker Lake wikipedia Walker Lake is a natural lake located in the Great Basin in western Nevada. Spring Mountains wikimedia commons The Spring Mountains, located in southern Nevada, is a beautiful mountain range that runs northwest-southwest along the western side of Las Vegas and down the border with California....
We’ve been waiting all year for this one magical time of year: summer. And what better way to spend summer than on one of our hundreds of lakes. Whether they’re of the Great variety or smaller, hidden gems, our lakeshores can’t be beat. Here, check out 10 reasons why our lakes are second to none. Cass Lake, Waterford Dawn Perry/Flickr Situated in suburban Detroit, this is the deepest lake in Oakland County....
Most people know Indiana as the Crossroads of America, but some things that seem completely normal to us Hoosiers are just downright weird to the rest of the country. From our unique traffic jam culprits to our love of deep fried foods, here are some examples of peculiar things people from Indiana do. We think tractors are a perfectly acceptable means of transportation. wikimedia And you thought your traffic jams were bad!...
Every region of the country has its own dialect, its own quirky way of speaking. Tennessee, of course, is no different. We decided to speak with a couple of locals (I promise – no transplant speak here!), and their resounding response is echoed below – this is Tennessee, folks. Straight from the mouths of true southern souls, we’ve found 11 phrases or words that sound downright strange if you’re anywhere else in the country....
While the real estate market continues to rise, there are a still a variety of deals available across the state of Louisiana. Here are 10 houses that you can buy, either through auction or straightforward sale, for $10,000 or less. 239 E. Herndon St. Shreveport Trulia.com This 1332 sq ft house in the Highland/Stoner Hill area has a starting bid of $5,000. 3141 N Johnson, New Orleans Trulia.com This home is up for auction at $10,000....
Everyone thinks they come from the best state out – nostalgia will do that to you. But there can only be ONE #1, and we have a pretty solid feeling that Tennessee takes the cake. Why? We’ll show you. In twelve absolutely stunning ways. We have some gorgeous hikes for all you adventurous folk. Miguel Vieira / Flickr Check out Fall Creek Falls, or any trail in the Great Smoky Mountains....
I may be biased, but it is my belief that Maryland has some of THE BEST food in the country. Because of our abundance of shoreline, seafood (particularly crab) plays a big influence in most of our traditional meals. While some states may find these food combinations odd, Marylanders are proud to devour them whole. Here are 12 strange foods people in Maryland love. Fries With Vinegar Wayne Thume / Flickr Thrasher’s fries drenched in vinegar are a MUST when visiting Ocean City....
The Great Depression left deep and lasting scars upon the people of Nebraska, especially the farming families who were forced to leave their homesteads in search of a living. The droughts and locusts left the land barren and infertile, causing much of Nebraskan agriculture to cease. Here are some heart-wrenching photographs taken in Nebraska during the Great Depression. Farmers were forced to auction off their possessions due to drought rendering their homesteads barren....
Winter is getting a slow start this year in Georgia. It’s really hard to believe that we had some of the coldest winters here these past couple of years! As every Georgia native knows, snow is not a common thing here; so when we get it we have to document it so that we can have something to look back on during some of our warmer winters. Here are a few amazing shots of Georgia during some of our prior winters:...
Yes, you read that title correctly! Although the lion didn’t quite get the chance to saunter through the woods in search of some tasty deer, it was lost for several days following a plane crash. The lion in question: Jackie, the mascot of MGM Studios and the same lion you see and hear at the beginning of films like The Wizard of Oz. Wikimedia Commons Jackie was well-trained and could roar on cue....
Sometimes in cities like San Antonio, where the heat is oppressive and there are constantly people everywhere, you need somewhere to escape and reconnect with your inner peace. Brackenridge Park is that place. Its numerous ponds and waterfalls and its lush greenery will have you forgetting you’re in San Antonio. You’ll think you’ve just gotten off of a plane in paradise. Here’s an idea of what you’ll see in the park and why you need to put it on your summer 2016 bucket list....
The snake escaped near the 4800 block of North Apopka Vineland Road in Orlando, not far from an elementary school. A bite from the snake is said to be capable of killing an elephant. Flickr/Ryan Somma Here’s an example of a king cobra, but they look very different when their hoods are not flared, so it’s a good idea to stay away from any eight-foot-long snakes you come across. The cobra has been missing since Tuesday, when the licensed owner’s enclosure was damaged by frequent storms and flooding in the area....
The best part about living in our beautiful state is that you can take a drive just about anywhere and discover great sights, hikes, and restaurants. Sometimes it’s hard to decide just where to go. We’ve taken the stress out of the decision-making process for you. Try these ideas to forget your daily stresses and just drive away this coming weekend. Click here for an interactive map to adjust your journey....
The tallest natural point in Wisconsin is actually just a hill. Located in north central Wisconsin about 20 miles west of Tomahawk there’s an area called Timms Hill. There don’t seem to be any clues as to why the point got that name. Visitors report the hardest part of hiking up Timms Hill is finding the parking lot, so make sure you do plenty of research as the access points differ depending on what time of you year you visit....
Lake Herman was formed thousands of years ago as glacial ice melted. Now it’s the perfect spot to spend the day – or stay overnight. There’s plenty to see and do here, so make plans to visit with your friends and family soon. Lake Herman State Park is located about an hour north of Sioux Falls. The park situated on a peninsula that juts right out into the lake. Photo Credit...
It’s no secret that the Natural State is full of mountains. From the Ozarks to the north from the Ouachitas down south, we have the privilege of living in a place totally full of scenic vistas and enchanting forests. There’s one mountain in Arkansas that doesn’t quite look like the other mountains around the Natural State, and that mountain is definitely a place that needs to go on your bucket list....
Florida is full of natural beauty and some of the most romantic places on Earth. Let this list lead you to the perfect vacation, honeymoon or proposal spot for you and your sweetheart. Take a romantic ride on horseback on Amelia Island. Flickr/Andrew Malone Fernandina Beach Share some quality alone time on Fort Wallace Beach, one of Florida’s few hidden gems. Flickr/neepster Kiss in the crystal clear water in Key West....
This abandoned spot in Hamburg, New Jersey looks like something out of a dark fairytale. What was once a magical and bright children’s attraction is now a mysterious and dilapidated structure shrouded in ivy. Read on to learn more about this uniquely intriguing modern ruin. Gingerbread Castle is an abandoned children’s theme park in New Jersey. Flickr/Cory Seamer This fantastical castle was built in 1928, and inspired by classic fairytales like “Hansel and Gretel,” “Humpty Dumpty” and “Sleeping Beauty....
