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Variety of state parks offer adventures for Oklahoma travelers Published: Sat, May 26, 2012 Oklahoma state parks offer diverse adventure to travelers. Read More
Napa Valley and Sonoma County come alive in spring Published: Mon, Apr 23, 2012 Cherry trees' pink- blossomed branches arch over the sidewalks. Wisteria hangs a delicate lavender canopy over the doorways. Meyer lemon trees erupt into clouds of white flowers, grapevines break into buds, and the sun and climbing temperatures dry the grounds softened from the March rains. This must be... Read More
City of Moore unveils parks master plan Published: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 MOORE -- Leisure experiences filled with healthy opportunities and fun things to do will be much easier to find in Moore as the 2022 Comprehensive P.A.T.H. (Parks, Aquatics, Trails, Health) Parks and Recreation Master Plan is implemented over the next several years. There is an air of excitement in Moore as nearly... Read More
Celebrate 'Hike the Buffalo' Month in Arkansas Published: Tue, Oct 25, 2011 HARRISON, Ark. -- The Harrison Convention & Visitors Bureau, in partnership with Healthy Kids/Healthy Ozarks, announces November will once again be recognized as “Hike The Buffalo” Month. The event will take place each Saturday in November. A different hike will be profiled each week with a leader taking... Read More
Lovers of outdoors, food go to this green valley Published: Tue, Aug 16, 2011 "I'm not from Roanoke, but I got here as fast as I could," quipped Bart Wilner, longtime local who founded Entre Computer Center in this Virginia valley in 1983. While it's true that Wilner is the new volunteer president of Roanoke's convention and visitors bureau, his sentiment is what we heard from just about... Read More
Find your way off the beaten path Published: Thu, Aug 4, 2011 Hiking can provide hours of entertainment, healthy exercise and a chance to enjoy natural vistas -- but trail blazing isn't without hazards. Wildlife, unsafe drinking water, accidents and unexpected obstacles can all create emergencies. But with some common sense and preparation, hikers and their families can... Read More
Wellness center for Oklahoma County to be announced Updated: Wed, Jun 29, 2011 Health officials plan to build a center where people can receive preventive medical care in one of the poorest, most underserved areas of Oklahoma County. The Northeast Regional Health and Wellness Center will be built where Interstate 44 and Interstate 35 intersect in the 73111 ZIP code, a part of the community... Read More
Man, 84, found alive in Arizona desert after 5 days Updated: Wed, Feb 16, 2011 Henry Morello prayed to Saint Anthony, the patron saint of lost things. But as the 84-year-old diabetic spent a fifth night stuck in a ditch in the Arizona desert, he started to lose hope. "My phone went dead, my battery went dead, and I went dead," Morello said. But Morello lived to tell his tale Tuesday at a... Read More
Outerwear for daily adventure in town and country Published: Mon, Dec 13, 2010 Just why do you need a seam-sealed, wicking-fabric, diamond-quilted parka if the greatest outdoor adventure of your day is making it from the car to the mall or trudging to a train or subway station? Yes, the wind can be whipping in parking lots and on platforms, but a jacket meant for subzero temperatures and... Read More
Outerwear for daily adventure in town and country Updated: Mon, Dec 13, 2010 Just why do you need a seam-sealed, wicking-fabric, diamond-quilted parka if the greatest outdoor adventure of your day is making it from the car to the mall or trudging to a train or subway station? Yes, the wind can be whipping in parking lots and on platforms, but a jacket meant for subzero temperatures and... Read More
Maine's Overlooked Rangeley Lakes Area Is a Destination for All Seasons Updated: Wed, Sep 15, 2010 Welcome to the Rangeley Lakes region of Maine. Most people associate the state with its craggy coastline and touristy coastal towns, and there's much to be said for them. But for me, the "real" Maine lies in the less-visited western mountains, in places like the picture-book village of Rangeley. Read More
Maine's Overlooked Rangeley Lakes Area Is a Destination for All Seasons Updated: Wed, Sep 15, 2010 Welcome to the Rangeley Lakes region of Maine. Most people associate the state with its craggy coastline and touristy coastal towns, and there's much to be said for them. But for me, the "real" Maine lies in the less-visited western mountains, in places like the picture-book village of Rangeley. Read More
Maine's Overlooked Rangeley Lakes Area Is a Destination for All Seasons Updated: Wed, Sep 15, 2010 Welcome to the Rangeley Lakes region of Maine. Most people associate the state with its craggy coastline and touristy coastal towns, and there's much to be said for them. But for me, the "real" Maine lies in the less-visited western mountains, in places like the picture-book village of Rangeley. Read More
Maine's Overlooked Rangeley Lakes Area Is a Destination for All Seasons Updated: Wed, Sep 15, 2010 Welcome to the Rangeley Lakes region of Maine. Most people associate the state with its craggy coastline and touristy coastal towns, and there's much to be said for them. But for me, the "real" Maine lies in the less-visited western mountains, in places like the picture-book village of Rangeley. Read More
Lodge-hopping through Canada? Stop at Moraine Lake Updated: Wed, Apr 14, 2010 When our two boys were young, our family camped all over the Southwest, from deserted beaches in Mexico to the mountains of Northern Arizona. But after the kids grew up my wife and I sold all of our camping equipment in a garage sale. We hadn't lost our love for outdoor activities, just our interest in camping.... Read More
THE GROVE Updated: Fri, Sep 18, 2009 The Grove provides a community where residential, commercial and recreational amenities are combined in a hometown atmosphere. Following the tenets of "New Urbanism" communities throughout the nation, The Grove includes a variety of residential living choices, Deer Creek’s new Grove Valley Elementary School... Read More
CANYON LAKES Updated: Fri, Sep 18, 2009 Canyon Lakes is a gated community in Northwest OKC with several unique features to offer families. When you first enter Canyon Lakes you can’t help but notice the 18-acre, spring fed lake that is the main attraction. The community is designed around the lake to keep lake views available to everyone. The... Read More
Walking trails lead cities into the future Updated: Thu, Apr 23, 2009 EDMOND — Steve Commons was pleased to find a walking trail behind his house when he moved to Edmond. Some people don’t like the idea of having such public access that close to their homes, but Commons can’t imagine being without the trail. "I personally see it was a positive addition to any... Read More
The 10 Worst Jobs in America Today Updated: Tue, Mar 3, 2009 If you're lucky enough to have one of America's 10 best jobs, you most likely enjoy a pleasant, low-stress work environment. Yet even the best jobs can be unsatisfying for some people, and in those cases it may be time to seek a new position. But without the right research it’s easy to make a mistake. For... Read More
Iron Horse Ranch Updated: Fri, Feb 6, 2009 While preserving the great Oklahoma ranch traditions, Edmond-based Iron Horse Ranch is long on amenities that sprawl across the development’s 1,500 acres at Coltrane and Coffee Creek Roads. The gated community features expansive, well-stocked fishing lakes, walking trails and a rustic, ranch-styled clubhouse,... Read More
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