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There are so many activities to do and adventures to have in our home state, and this upcoming long weekend is the perfect time to get out and explore! So, as we continue with our GO-KOT weekend getaway series, we will be highlighting an option right here in Alabama: Cheaha State Park.  Cheaha Pulpit Rock, Photo from Alapark About Cheaha State Park Cheaha State Park is located in the Talladega National Forest, just 1 hour and 20 minutes outside Birmingham. This park is centered on the top of the state’s highest mountain at 2,407 feet above sea level, which allows for 360 degree views found no...

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The Importance of Preparedness Being prepared for emergencies, natural disasters, or any other unforeseen event is essential for both you and your family's safety. To ensure you are properly prepared, follow this tips: Have a Plan: Ready.gov is a great resource to use when making your emergency plan. Keep in mind that your family may not be together when a disaster strikes, so decide how you will contact each other and where you will meet up if you are separated. In addition, it's important to research which types of disasters could affect your area, whether it's hurricanes, tornados, floods, earthquakes, etc. Your...

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Outdoor Adventures Whether it's camping, hiking, backpacking, kayaking, or any other outdoor adventure, it is easy to get up in all the fun and excitement and forget to take the proper safety precautions. To ensure you continue to have a fun and enjoyable experience in the great outdoors, we have collected a number of important safety tips to remember for your next outing.  Pack Safety Essentials: No matter what your outdoor adventure of choice is, it is always a good idea to bring a first aid kit, a map, a compass, waterproof matches, a fire starter, a flashlight with extra batteries,...

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Why Choose a GO-KOT®? There are many camping cots on the market, as well as other options like sleeping pads and air mattresses. So what makes the GO-KOT® the better choice?  1. Comfort: The way the GO-KOT® is constructed makes it extremely comfortable. Many of our customers compare it to "sleeping on a trampoline." The GO-KOT® also gets you off the ground. Being elevated keeps you off the cold, hard ground during the winter months and it allows air to circulate around the bed to keep you cool in the summer. In addition, being off the ground puts less tension and pressure on your bones...

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Camping Season Summer is in full swing, which means it is prime camping season! For the best possible camping experience, we have rounded up some of our favorite products. Be sure to check them out before your next outing! Our Favorite Products  1. GO-KOT® The GO-KOT® is the only cot constructed with rugged 1000-denier nylon. With a practically indestructible, state-of-the-art aluminum frame and spring steel legs, each GO-KOT® weighs just 10 lbs and supports up to 350 lbs. It is one of the most comfortable and durable cots on the market. It can also be easily set up and taken down in...

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