Just like ice cream treats – the Ice Cream Museum in San Francisco won’t last forever. Thankfully, unlike ice cream, it is not subject to melting (or being gobbled up quickly thanks to its deliciousness) but alas, it is a pop-up museum and is delighting visitors for just a short time. The museum, which had … [Read more…]
Nothing signals that it’s summertime quite like the proliferation of fresh fruits and vegetables you can find at the farmer’s markets that pop up once Old Man Winter takes his leave. On your travels this summer, make sure you make a stop at some of the most popular, and well-stocked markets. Dane County Farmer’s Market, … [Read more…]
Happy Birthday to the National Trails System Act, which celebrates 50 years in 2018! In 1968, the National Trails System Act was created “In order to provide for the ever-increasing outdoor recreation needs of an expanding population and in order to promote the preservation of, public access to, travel within, and enjoyment and appreciation of … [Read more…]
Have you heard the term “it’s like riding a bike” when someone refers to something you can easily remember how to do once you start to do it again? Did you know there is a study that has actually proven that you never do forget how to ride a bike? Researchers at the University of … [Read more…]
Winners will receive a $50 American Express® Prepaid Gift Card. Each issue, we will select ONE “winning” photo from the submissions received (all submissions must be received by midnight on the last day of the month). The winning photo will be posted on the TrailBlazer website as well as in the magazine. Photo submissions should include a brief description, … [Read more…]
The sport of horseshoes dates back some 2000 years. Two of the most popular theories in circulation as to the origins of the game point to the game either being the poor man’s version of quoits or that the horseshoe substituted for the expensive discus thrown in ancient Olympian Games. Quoits is similar to the … [Read more…]
Amusement parks in the US got their start with Chicago’s Columbian Exposition in 1893 where a midway was created featuring games and rides, and the Ferris Wheel was unveiled. Since then, the popularity of these all-encompassing family fun and non-stop thrill venues has increased with such places as Coney Island and Walt Disney World®. It … [Read more…]
There’s a lot to do this month to celebrate National Bicycle Month! Here are a few tips for staying safe and having fun while biking the trails. Tell us your tips in the comments! 1. Look out! Some of these trails are pretty old and the traffic during the busy season can cause the trails to be a little … [Read more…]
S’mores a bore? Try this twist on a banana boat sundae! This sweet treat looks just as fun to eat as it is to put together! Stuff these bananas with whatever toppings you like. Ingredients: 1 ripe banana per person Chocolate Chips Mini marshmallows Instructions: Light your campfire (if it’s not already going, that is!) … [Read more…]
Cars honking. Crowded commutes. Constant construction. Long hours in the office… City life can be loud, crowded, and stressful. According to this study from the American Institute of Biological Sciences, living in an urban environment increases stress levels. When stress levels go up, the risk of developing anxiety and depression can also increase. As the … [Read more…]