SUMMER BUCKET LIST IDEAS A bucket list is a very personal thing because we all have different hopes, dreams, desires and ideas of what constitutes an adventure. Consider the following things for a summer bucket list to start planning your own summer list: 1. VISIT THE OCEAN Visit the ocean for a day full of sand and sunshine…

In a perfect world, you’d never have to arrive at a new campground before sunset. But life happens. Even in the summer — when it stays light until late — it’s easy to find yourself pulling into your campsite after dark. We’ve all been there. We’ve also all had neighbors…

While some people may consider camping the time to break out the cans of baked beans, cold hot dogs, and potato chips, some may like their camping food to be a little more, well, gourmet. We have nothing against a basic camping meal that requires buying just a couple of…

In 2022, national parks across the country saw a record number of visitors. Some national parks such as Glacier National Park and Yosemite National Park pull in millions of visitors every year, while others such as Capitol Reef are not at the top of so many peoples’ lists, but that…

’Tis the season for stories that go bump in the night! Try these not-so-scary stories to spook your kids this Halloween. Halloween is all about a little bit of scare, right? Well, okay, maybe it’s more about getting plenty of candy first and then getting ready to be seriously spooked…

Although s’mores and hot dogs probably come to mind when you think of campfire food, you can cook just about anything over a campfire with the right tools. Keep the following points in mind: Make sure you are building a fire in a safe place. Use the right equipment and…

1. IDENTIFY CHARACTERS Options for unforgettable characters surround you in the great outdoors. What critter or natural formation struck you the most during your adventure-packed day? Let’s say you saw a fox just thirty feet from the trail. Hey, that’s exciting. A fox would be a perfect main character for a story. 2. WHAT’S THE POINT? A…

1. VISIT DURING THE WEEK How crowded are national parks? Well that depends on when you go. Many people plan their national park getaways over the weekend, so instead of joining the masses on Friday through Sunday, take that time to explore other nearby areas such as towns, state parks, and wilderness areas. …

1. TRAVEL DURING THE OFF-SEASON While few things feel greater than going out on the open road in your RV with the warm summer sun shining, your feelings of bliss can quickly get smashed when you hit bumper-to-bumper traffic, or an over-packed campsite. Camping during the spring and summer certainly has its perks — warmer…