Lake Chicot State Park is a paradise for our feathered friends, hosting over 200 species throughout the year. The park sits along the Mississippi Flyway, one of North America’s major bird migration ...

The nearby Keystone Ancient Forest Preserve (separate from but complementary to the state park) protects some of the oldest trees in Oklahoma, with cross-timbers forests containing 500-year-old post ...

If you enjoy camping surrounded by natural beauty, Washington offers some fantastic spots where you can stay close to ...

If you’re looking to explore some unique outdoor spots, Oregon’s desert parks offer a refreshing change from the typical lush ...

Discover these peaceful lakes in New Jersey where you can relax, explore nature, and escape the usual crowds and noise.

Cardinal Run Park North opened in 2025 with trails, courts, playgrounds and dog park. City allocated $10 million of ARPA funds in 2022 to start park development. Four multipurpose fields will open in ...

The annual rituals of autumn – shoulder season vacations, football games, the unpacking of sweaters, the pumpkin spice tsunami – are upon us.And then there’s perhaps the best of them all: the scenic ...

A keychain pocketknife can be an important part of anyone’s life. Whether you want one for hunting, camping, hiking, or self-defense, knowing you have the right kind of blade on hand for whatever you ...

Community Gear Library’s partnership with Staunton Library makes it possible for Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro residents to borrow camping or hiking equipment. Photo by Rebecca J. Barnabi.

If you’re looking to upgrade your hiking and camping gear ahead of fall, now is your chance—Amazon is slashing deals on hundreds of items for Labor Day weekend. Right now, shoppers can score big on ...

It's been called a hidden gem so many times, it might as well be its formal nickname. But we love North Cascades National Park for what it’s not: It’s not easy to get to, it’s not very busy, and it’s ...

This summer, outdoor enthusiasts in Nova Scotia face a difficult decision: stay out of the woods or face a $25,000 fine. On August 5, Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston implemented a ban on "hiking, ...