24 articles tagged with summer activities
¡Hola, amigos! Living in landlocked Hamilton doesn't mean we can't enjoy the refreshing Atlantic breeze whenever the mood strikes. As a Cuban-American who grew up with salt water practically running through my veins, I've made it my mission to find...
When most travelers think of outdoor adventure destinations, Iowa rarely tops the list. But as someone who's explored coral reefs from Thailand to Belize, I've learned that ecological wonders hide in the most unexpected places. West Des Moines surprised me...
Growing up between Alaska's rugged coastlines and Seattle's urban beaches gave me a unique appreciation for shoreline escapes. Now living just outside NYC, I've made it my mission to find that perfect balance of accessibility and natural beauty in the...
The Mississippi Delta may not be the first destination that springs to mind when planning a beach getaway, but Southaven harbors aquatic treasures that have captivated this Sevillian-turned-New Yorker. Having documented coastlines from Portugal to Thailand, I've developed an appreciation...
When I first ventured to Medford, Oregon, I expected a brief stopover on my way to a women's soccer tournament in Portland. Instead, I discovered an outdoor playground that's had me returning every summer since. Nestled in the Rogue Valley...
G'day, fellow adventure-seekers! Who would've thought that nestled in America's heartland lies a little slice of outdoor paradise that won't drain your savings account? Certainly not this Aussie nurse! When my American mates suggested a weekend in Fremont, Nebraska, I'll...
The data never lies, and the numbers behind Vermont's natural splendor are truly remarkable: over 75% forest coverage, 800+ miles of hiking trails, and a state that ranks consistently in the top five for environmental quality. But statistics alone can't...
Standing atop the Herbert Glacier last summer, I was struck by how the massive ice formation tells a 3,000-year story of climate patterns and geological forces. As a geologist who has studied formations across continents, I can confidently say that...
As someone who studies how environments impact human health, I find smaller cities like Oshkosh, Wisconsin fascinating microcosms of American cultural resilience. During my recent research trip studying seasonal illness patterns across the Midwest, I carved out a weekend to...
When most think of Utah, winter sports immediately spring to mind. But having spent a gloriously heart-pounding week in Orem and Utah Valley last summer, I can assure you that this magnificent region offers far more than powder-covered slopes. With...
I've traversed prairies across three continents, but there's something special about Idaho's agricultural heartland that keeps drawing me back. Last summer, while documenting small-town America for a technical writing project, I stumbled upon Caldwell – a place where farm-to-table isn't...
Standing on the shores of Lake Ontario, with the CN Tower silhouetted against the evening sky, I'm reminded that urban environments and natural wonders aren't mutually exclusive. Toronto—a city I've visited numerous times for astronomy conferences at the University of...
There's something magical about watching your kid's eyes widen at their first mountain vista – that moment when the everyday screen time battle suddenly becomes irrelevant in the face of Mother Nature's grandeur. While Meridian might be known as Idaho's...
Growing up in Australia's Northern Territory, I developed an intimate relationship with water that was both spiritual and practical. The lakes of Wisconsin might seem worlds away from the coastal waters of Darwin, but they share that same liminal quality—spaces...
As someone who splits her time between enforcing the law and exploring the world's hidden corners, I've developed a knack for spotting the overlooked and underappreciated. Ogden, Utah might be known for its popular trails, but as a frequent visitor...