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Summer is Here! It is finally June and camping season is in full swing! There is something absolutely magical about being out in nature again, enjoying outdoor activities and late nights spent around the campfire with friends and family.  Unfortunately, summertime is also when ALL the bugs are out. Don’t let mosquitoes, ticks, flies, gnats or any other bugs ruin your camping trip though! There are ways to minimize these pesky nuisances. Tips for Keeping Bugs Away Listed below are the best tips from the KOA, The Geeky Camper and the Mosquito Squad on how to effectively keep bugs away during your camping...

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The Perfect Escape  With everything that happened in 2020 and so far in 2021, you may be thinking a camping trip sounds like the perfect escape. Camping is more than just an escape, though. In fact, it may be just what the doctor ordered! Not only does it allow for social distancing and get you outdoors, but camping has also been linked to numerous health benefits. Keep reading to learn more! Health Benefits of Camping Exercise Regardless of what kind of camping you plan on doing, whether it’s RVing, car camping or backpacking, you will be getting more exercise than...

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Happy and Heathy You probably noticed that the first time you go hiking or camping for the first time, or after a long break, you feel happy, relaxed, refreshed, and just... good. It is the kind of feeling that makes you want to go every chance you get. It is the same reason just about any outdoor hobby or sport quickly becomes a passion for those who do them. Have you ever wondered why this happens though? The answer is actually quite simple! Being out in nature is proven to be good for both your mental and physical health, and...

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Visiting National Parks We have yet to visit a national park that we did not instantly fall in love with. The preserved, pristine beauty and the unique, vast landscapes that each park offers is well worth every trip! According to the National Park Service, 309 national parks do not charge entrance fees so you can visit them any day of the year for free! The other 110 parks charge an entrance fee of $5-$35 dollars. As way to encourage and motivate more individuals to get outside and explore our beautiful national parks, these 110 national parks will have 5 days...

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Winter in Alabama The official start of winter is almost here! Alabama still experiences cooler temperatures, but has a much milder winter than most states. This makes winter a great time to get outside and explore all the fun activities this state has to offer! Listed below are some of our favorite "must do's" this season. Nature Activities 1. Camping Obviously, camping is one of our favorite activities! We especially love camping during the winter season, though. There is just nothing better than be bundled up by the campfire, making s'mores and drinking hot chocolate! Some of our favorite camping recipes...

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