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Camping in The Spring The first official day of spring is March 20 and it is one of the most beautiful times to be outdoors! The trees and flowers are starting to bloom and wildlife becomes more active, perfect for wildlife viewing! We also love camping in the spring because it is not quite as crowded as it is during the summer months. However, spring camping can be the most difficult to pack for. That is why we have created our go-to, spring camping packing list! Spring Camping Packing List Appropriate Clothing Pack layers! Spring weather can be unpredictable, so...

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Camping Season Spring and Summer are right around the corner, which means it is almost prime camping season! Since many campgrounds require reservations and can fill up quickly during these seasons, now is the perfect time to start planning your upcoming camping trips! Top 5 Alabama Campgrounds Our favorite part about camping in Alabama is the wide variety of choices you have! You can camp up in the mountains, on a beach, or anywhere in between! With that being said, here are our top five favorite campgrounds in Alabama!  1. Oak Mountain State Park Campground Our favorite campground is located...

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Traveling With Pets Traveling with pets is becoming more and more popular, and dog owners like us love bringing our furry friends along on outdoor adventures! While National Parks used to not allow pets at all, the rules have been changing over the years. Since this is a popular topic among our fellow dog lovers, we decided to write a post listing our favorite dog friendly National Parks in the country! Dog Friendly National Parks 1. Shenandoah National Park Not far from Washington, D.C., Shenandoah National Park’s cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows offer a great getaway for you and your pup!...

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Choosing Your Campsite Camping is one of those activities where you either really love it or absolutely hate it, there isn’t really an in between. Over the years, we have noticed that those who hate camping have typically had a bad experience while camping. With more digging, we find that almost every bad experience is related to the chosen campsite. So, while it might seem simple, we are going to share our best tips on how to choose the perfect campsite! The 5 W’s There are a few variations of the “W’s” when choosing a campsite, but these are our favorite: 1....

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The Power of Nature Humans evolved in nature and no matter how much the world around us changes or how advanced our technology becomes, the human mind still has a connection with nature. According the American Heart Association, nourishing that bond between our mind and the great outdoors has numerous health benefits. To name a few; it can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression as well as improve your creativity and productivity. A variety of other studies, published in Psychological Science, further prove that nature has a powerful impact on our health. These studies found that spending time in nature leads to improved...

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