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Looking for a dose of nature, but don’t have time to travel into the countryside? EcoTarium is the perfect urban alternative. Located in Worcester, this indoor-outdoor museum is a fun and convenient way to connect with the outdoors without traveling too far from home. This place is extremely family-friendly, and offers lots of hands-on wildlife exhibits that are actually interesting for all ages. Whether you’re looking for an educational day trip, or just want to spend a few hours in the sunshine, EcoTarium definitely delivers....

Now that school’s out, how many times have you heard, “I’m bored?” With all the natural beauty in the Cornhusker State, there’s no reason to let boredom rule your summer. Plan a weekend trip that will get your family out in the great outdoors, where you’ll make memories that will last a lifetime. Check out this pretty state park! Chadron State Park is located in the northwest corner of the state, inside the Nebraska National Forest....

Many people are familiar with popular caves in Ohio such as Old Man’s Cave and the Rock House―but few people know about “Chapel Cave” (also known as “21 Horses Cave”) hiding in the Hocking Hills. It’s a hidden gem in the Hocking State Forest that you won’t find on any park or nature preserve maps, but you can find the trailhead less than 5 minutes away from the Conkle’s Hollow State Nature Preserve entrance in Rockbridge, Ohio....

You might have been able to get away this summer, but now, once again in the swing of things, we begin to pine for the relaxation. Have I been the only one going stir crazy? I want to take a trip. And fortunately, I can get away from it all without having to travel too far. Enter Eaglewood Resort and Spa, a vacation spot that truly has it all. And the best thing is that it is located in Illinois....

Arizona’s cities have been making the news recently and for good reason. Within the past year, places like Ajo, Bisbee, and Prescott have made national news for their unique cultures, beautiful views, and historical sites. Well, we can add another Arizona city to that list of the best in the country. Lake Havasu City was at the top of the list for top waterfront towns in the country, as reported by Havasu News....

Not too long ago, Wisconsin was known for its fishing towns. Fishing was a major way that people supported themselves. It isn’t surprising, either, because Wisconsin has so many lakes and rivers. But many of those old fishing towns have fallen by the wayside. That isn’t the case in Marinette. Marinette, Wisconsin has a rich fishing history, and it’s still a good place to catch some fish. This town was a large lumber and fishing town....

With summer fast approaching, vacations are on everyone’s mind. There’s no need to travel out of state and spend extra money flying when we found the perfect summer vacation spot right here in the Sooner State. Lake Murray State Park, located in Ardmore, is full of outdoor activities to keep the whole family busy from sunup to sundown. It is the largest state park in the state, boasting over 12,000 acres of exceptional beauty....

New Hampshire is full of classic small towns – from the tiny villages up North to charming but touristy towns in the White Mountains and the Lakes Region. Dig a little deeper past the usual tourist favorites and college towns and you’ll find some of the more under-the-radar places have a lot more to offer than you’d guess. This particular town is a perfect example. The town of Peterborough is nestled along the Contoocook River in Hillsborough County....

There are a few things grown in Hawaii you won’t find harvested anywhere else in the grand United States: coffee, vanilla, and cacao. So, while you’ll find epic chocolate factories across the country, Hawaii is the only state where your chocolate making tour includes a visit to a local farm. Enter Madre Chocolate: an Oahu chocolate company that is involved in every step of the chocolate-making process – from bean to bar....

Maryland is pretty diverse from city to city when it comes to agriculture, population, etc. When it comes to highest incomes however, it seems Montgomery County and Howard County constantly top the list. The following list from Zip Atlas ranks the richest cities in Maryland based on average household income. Keep in mind, cities where residents are paid the most usually also have a higher cost of living. Potomac, Montgomery County Granix Inc / Flickr Average Household Income: $140,222....

If you find yourself needing a place to stay in northern Kentucky, you’re in luck. Across the Ohio River from Cincinnati is a town called Bellevue, and there you will find a quaint and relaxing bed and breakfast that is located inside a renovated church. Both the exterior and the interior of the building still have hints of its past. If this interests you, check out Christopher’s Bed and Breakfast....

Camping is practically a state pastime in New Hampshire. The state is full of campgrounds that will meet a variety of needs – from those with water parks to remote back-woods camping that will really let your experience our state’s wild side. Some camping spots in New Hampshire are especially gorgeous. Here are a few of our favorites. Pillsbury State Park, Washington Visit-NH/flickr Pillsbury State Park is the perfect spot for remote camping in New Hampshire....

When it comes to grocery shopping in Colorado, NOTHING trumps King Soopers (or City Market, depending on your whereabouts). Here is why: Nothing beats the Kroger brand. Flickr/Steven Saus Kroger > brand name. Speaking of unbeatable, the prices of King Soopers’s produce… Flickr/Paul Swansen …organics… Flickr/Natalie Maynor …and fresh meats are SO affordable. Flickr/aka_zoe Fuel points = life. Flickr/Paul Swansen There is nothing more pleasant than nursing a Starbucks whilst perusing the aisles....

Foursquare is a place where folks can find awesome local places, check in, and provide feedback so other people can hear all about their experiences. The restaurant in Arkansas with the most check-ins is a little place in Bentonville that is practically famous for its steaks. This restaurant is part of a small chain exclusive to four southern states. In fact, there are only nine locations in existence, and four of those are in Arkansas....

Sometimes, you long for summers past—and that’s perfectly OK. Over the years, we’ve seen Ohio’s amusement parks transform, expand and say goodbye. Just thinking about annual family vacations from years past can make anyone nostalgic. The following are 13 photos from yesteryear of some of Ohio’s most popular amusement parks, and they’re guaranteed to incite nostalgia. Paramounts Kings Island: circa 1996 Wikimedia Commons The Beast at Kings Island Amusement Park: date unknown Kings Island/Facebook...

It’s officially fall! If you’re looking to get outside to enjoy this cool(er) Kansas weather, you will definitely want to check out one of these epic playgrounds: Frontier Park (Olathe) Yelp This clean and well maintained park/playground is home to pirate ships, shaded swings and other activities for busy kids of all ages! Riverside Park (Independence) Riverside Park and Ralph Mitchell Zoo Facebook Children of all ages will enjoy the old fashioned playground equipment, quarter train rides and FREE neighboring zoo!...

Or Tennessee, really. Nashville is nothing if not proud of its home state. We’ve found ten words and phrases that are commonly thrown about the city, up one way and down the other, that you may just need a Music City-bound dictionary to understand. So we made one up for you… Joint waferboard - Flickr A restaurant, most commonly referred to as a, “bbq joint.” East Nasty Rebecca - Flickr It’s East Nashville, y’all....

Pennsylvania’s rich coal mining history dates back centuries to the late 1700s and boomed between 1870 and 1930. After the boom, the industry began a steady decline that continues to the present day. In fact, between September 2014 and April 2016, the industry as a whole in the U.S. lost an estimated 191,000 jobs. Here are 15 rare coal mining photos from Pennsylvania that provide a glimpse into the coal mining industry’s vibrant past....

These days, we just don’t connect with people the same way we used to. Sure, we now have so many technologically advanced methods of staying in touch with our friends and family, but it’s just different. We don’t spend as much time doing things together, like playing physical games together. Or looking forward to Disco Night at the old skating rink. And the toys we enjoyed as kids have now been replaced by iPads, smart phones and social media....

In a city like Cleveland, there is no shortage of abandoned buildings. In fact, it’s estimated that around 11% of the properties in Cleveland are unoccupied. But there is something especially eerie and beautiful about this historic, ambitious, now-abandoned amusement park in Aurora, OH. The skeleton of this once-impressive theme park is a nostalgic walk through childhood summers, but also a sobering reminder of what we leave behind. When operational, Geauga Lake was one of the foremost amusement parks in the country....