Stair climbing is a great exercise. Did you know that stair climbing burns more calories per minute than jogging? Or that plenty of athletes, including professional skiers, regard stair climbing as a great way to stay fit? Remember Rocky Balboa and those daunting steps in the early days of his training? Didn’t we all cheer … [Read more…]
The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio are just around the corner. We wanted to you a head start on where to participate in your own Olympic-style games at Thousand Trails. The Olympics start the first weekend of August. Lake and Shore (NJ) & Sea Pines (NJ), Aug 5-7 – Camp Wars Whether you’re a Lake … [Read more…]
National Trails Day® is an annual event held the first Saturday in June and organized by the American Hiking Society. It is the largest celebration of trails and designed to promote the importance of preserving trails in the United States. Anyone can participate in activities like hiking, biking, geocaching, horseback riding, paddling, kayaking, and much … [Read more…]
Check out some of these opportunities to check off a few things from your Summer Fun List. And remember, no matter which preserve you visit, the opportunity to catch fireflies, make s’mores, and enjoy the company of friends and family in the great outdoors is always on the list when you’re camping. Enjoy a Root … [Read more…]
Moody Beach, Wells, Maine The best time to see whales in Maine is June, July and August. So come and stay with us at Moody Beach and take one of the tours offered nearby and see if you will be lucky enough to spot one of these magnificent creatures. Of course, there’s also plenty to … [Read more…]