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Best Hikes in Shawnee National Forest
The Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois is one of our favorite areas to explore. You forget anything you ever thought about Illinois’s flat landscape when you view the rugged bluffs, trickling creeks, and dramatic overlooks that can be found in Shawnee. Shawnee has an amazing amount of scenic areas and parks to explore. There are trails available for all ages and abilities from a quarter mile easy trek to a multi-day backpacking adventure. It’s hard to pick our favorite…
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Explore Mighty Views and Rugged Terrain at Illinois’s Little Grand Canyon
Arizona is not the only state that can claim a Grand Canyon. Illinois has its own version. While nowhere near as large or as grand, this rugged area is still an amazing sight. Not designed for the beginner hiker, this rough and tumble trail requires you to literally scramble up and down a slick waterfall in and out of a steep ravine. However, the constant stunning views both from above and below the bluffs are well worth the effort. Little…
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The Best Fall Hikes Near St. Louis
Fall is our favorite time for St. Louis area hiking. The weather is cooler, the bugs are almost gone, and the leaves put on a spectacular show. There are so many great spots near St. Louis that offer great vistas and beautiful fall colors. Here is a round up of over a dozen of the best fall hikes within 90 minutes of St. Louis. Babler State Park – Wildwood, Missouri Babler State Park is a scenic west county gem with…
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The Ultimate Guide to Fall Fun in St. Louis
Fall is my absolute favorite season in the Midwest. The cooler weather and changing leaves make the perfect backdrop for an endless area of great activities for all ages around St. Louis Whether you are looking for the best St. Louis Pumpkin Patches, St. Louis area apple picking, corn mazes, fall day trips from St. Louis, or St. Louis area fall events, check out this handy guide ot the best fall fun all in one spot. * Post has been…
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Review of Flip Critts -Adventure Shoes for Two Legged Critters
Finding a good pair of sandals that feels soft yet supportive while also allowing your feet to breathe is always a challenge. In fact, an 11 year old boy named Carter was having just that problem while on a family vacation. He was trying to explore but either his flip flops were not durable enough or his foam clogs would make his feet sweat and cause blisters. This creative and inventive young man wondered if he could make a shoe…
