The Amish are a good people that live life by tradition, not by modern technology. There are lots of different groups of Amish all across Kentucky. Some say we have the most diverse group of Amish in the US. Visiting an Amish community is like stepping back in time, usually. It’s a great way to show the kids what life “could” be like. Here are some diverse Amish Communities across the Bluegrass State:...
Located to the northeast of Colorado Springs is a small and picturesque area that makes you think you have left the Front Range for a quaint and wooded mountain town. What you may not realize about the area, however, are the dark legends that surround it and terrify its nearly 14,000 residents. The place that I am referring to is, of course, Black Forest. Wikimedia Commons The legend of the Black Forest haunting begins back in 1991, when Steve and Beth Lee purchased the secluded dream home that they’d been renting....
If you’ve never explored the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area in western Kentucky, you’ll want to plan a trip soon. This natural paradise offers 170,000 acres of diverse landscape, including hundreds of miles of trails. One trail in particular has a magical quality that you’ll want to discover for yourself. The Hematite Lake Trail is a beautiful display of Kentucky’s natural wonders and a great excuse for a family outing....
I feel pretty confident in saying that there is no better place in the world to camp than Colorado. However, if you are looking for a camping experience that goes above and beyond Colorado’s already nearly perfect grounds, there is no topping a magical night at Crested Butte’s Oh Be Joyful Campground. Flickr/David Kingham Instagram/betherz7 Instagram/conkstagram Let me begin by saying that no matter where you pitch your tent (or park your camper) at this FREE Gunnison National Forest campground, you are basically guaranteed some of the most pristine sights, sounds, and outdoor opportunities available at your fingertips....
The unincorporated community of Jarbidge is located north of Elko, not far from the Idaho-Nevada border. While remote, this tiny isolated Nevada village is a former mining town and spectacular wilderness area that provides breathtaking views of pristine panoramas. You will be charmed by the rugged look and feel of this part of the state. Dirt roads and no cell phone coverage make way for friendly locals and a spellbinding history....
New Jersey residents are a unique bunch; we’re innovators, always thinking outside the box. This has led to some pretty impressive inventions along with some truly incredible homes. One of these homes incorporates an aircraft hangar in a wonderfully whimsical way. Home Exterior YouTube/Kirsten Dirksen New Jersey-based architect Adam Kalkin creates custom container homes and buildings. His designs have been used to house galleries and cafes, but one of his most unique works houses his family....
Every year, the Farmer’s Almanac makes its weather predictions for the upcoming winter. The site claims 80 percent accuracy, and you might not like what it has to say about Utah’s 2017-2018 winter. If you’re tired of this year’s blistering, hot summer you might actually welcome the winter forecast. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, Utah’s in for a wetter, colder winter than normal. rjcox/flickr Across the state, expect to see colder than normal temperatures, especially in December....
You probably don’t think of Weirton, West Virginia when you think of the home of an authentic little Mexican restaurant. But a little place called Chico Fiesta thrives in Weirton. Here you can find some of the tastiest Mexican food around, served with a smile. It’s not uncommon for folks to come from Pennsylvania and Ohio to enjoy an evening here. Since 2011, Chico Fiesta Mexican Grill has been serving some of the best Mexican food in the tri-state area....
It’s almost time for the kids to go back to school after the holiday break – which the kids are sad about, but parents are just a little thrilled about. But the schools you send your kids to look nothing like how they used to look back in the early 1900s. Here is what Wisconsin schools looked like back in the day. This is a rural school in near Tipler, Wisconsin....
Decay draws people in. There seems to be something enticing about being witness to something that nature reclaims, no matter how slow, and imagining the life that once inhabited it. On the flip side, however, there’s also the potential danger of the building collapsing mid-exploration or even a spooky encounter. That’s probably why people are so intrigued and driven to visit abandoned buildings at the risk of a trespassing charge....
While most Marylanders have visited the C & O Canal at one time or another, not many know that it’s perfect for exploring during wintertime. Bundle up and explore this scenic spot for the following 10 reasons. While the C&O Canal can get a bit crowded during summer, winter offers a quieter experience. Flickr / Joe Flood Views like this while in complete solitude. Flickr / Mike Procario Less visitors means more opportunities for uninterrupted scenic photos....
We’ve shown you hundreds of Texas photos by now, but we realized that we haven’t yet covered rainbows. So, we searched the Internet for some of the best pictures of rainbows in Texas, and found quite a few shots worthy of making our list. So, here are some of what we believe to be the most breathtaking rainbows ever captured in Texas. “(Rainbow)X2 + Lightning = 1 Lucky Shot.” mike/flickr Beautiful double rainbow captured after a storm in Killeen, TX!...
Arkansas might have some funny town names, but we’ve got crazy street names too. From the disgusting to the literary to the completely bizarre, we’ve compiled a list of names we think you’ll enjoy. Farfrompoopen Road , Story. Yes, there really is a Story, Arkansas. And yes, there really is a Farfrompoopen Road. Google Maps Acorn Kid Loop, Conway. Are the small ones kids? Does this road have a lot of small acorns?...
If you thought Texas was all dust and tumbleweeds – be prepared to feast your eyes on some of the most beautiful winter scenes I’ve ever encountered, in Texas or anywhere else. Here are 14 spots in the Lone Star State that will surely drop your jaw. Doesn’t this look like it belongs on a calendar? (Houston) Flickr/moonauto This snow-covered pear blossom is perfectly picturesque. (Denton) Flickr/akahige These tree branches look like the gateway to a winter wonderland....
These destinations are so far off the beaten path you’ll need to download a few audio books or stockpile some music before you hop in your car and go. You may start to wonder where on earth you are heading, but trust us, these six destinations are well worth the journey, however long that may be. Fort Bragg Lisa Nottingham Fort Bragg is a getaway located along the coast north of the Bay Area....
I bet you thought once a national monument, always a national monument, but that’s not always the case. America is home to 109 national monuments and would have even more if some of them had not been decommissioned. Wyoming is home to one of those monuments that lost its status and got kicked off the list. YouTube/Dallas Reid YouTube/Dallas Reid Shoshone Cavern National Monument is located near the summit of Cedar Mountain about 4 miles from Cody....
What is it about trains that is so enchanting? You’d be hard pressed to find a child who doesn’t stop what they’re doing to watch a train pass, and even adults are captivated by trains that whiz through on their way to some other place. This year, inspire that sense of imagination and wonder while enjoying lunch at Glen Junction, New Hampshire’s favorite train-themed restaurant. When you pull up to Glen Junction, you can tell immediately what the theme of the restaurant will be....
Michigan’s natural beauty is one of its most wonderful points of pride. Whether you’re a hiker, a kayaker, or simply a beach-goer, you’ve almost certainly appreciated some aspect of our state’s gorgeous outdoors. But there’s a unique park and preserve in Northern Michigan that stands as one of the Great Lakes State’s most stunning and lesser-known destinations. Grass River Natural Area is located along the Chain of Lakes in Antrim County....
Tucked away in Stockbridge, there’s a fabulous country estate just waiting for your visit. Naumkeag is the former vacation home of a wealthy New Yorker, but its beauty is pure Massachusetts. Read on to learn more about the stunning gardens, historic mansion and mountain vistas that this hidden gem has to offer. Naumkeag is the former estate of Joseph Hodges Choate. Built in 1886, it’s an entrancing monument to the Gilded Age in Massachusetts....
Few people haven’t heard of the infamous outlaw pair Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. This notorious couple—along with their gang—went on a two-year crime spree that included multiple murders and robberies. On 23 May 1934 in rural Louisiana, four Texas and two Louisiana law enforcement officers ambushed the couple, killing them and propelling the gunshot-riddled death car into infamy. Today, Bonnie and Clyde’s death car is a Nevada tourist attraction in—where else?...
