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…]
Sadly, research shows that the majority of people give up on their New Year’s resolutions by January 12. Yes, just 12 days into the new year, most people are already tossing in the towel when it comes to changing ways and adopting new habits. We’ve got an idea to help you stay the course – … [Read more…]
Celebrate fall with harvest celebrations, unique musical events, and a traditional Oktoberfest. Set among the beautiful fall foliage, these events are sure to please. Sonoma County Harvest Fair (CA): Set for October 4-5, the event features over 100 Sonoma County wineries bringing more than 300 wines for tasting along with local chefs bringing their fares … [Read more…]
A walking food tour sounds almost counterintuitive – exercise and food together? But maybe these unique tours are the best of both worlds as they combine both delicious nibbles and a little fresh air. Here are just a few to whet your appetite! Austin Eats (Austin, TX) Austin Eats is a variety of different foodie … [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…]
They are functional works of art made of steel, stone and wood…check out some of America’s coolest bridges. There are more than 600,000 bridges in the U.S. Some were designed to allow travel over bodies of water, train yards or other roadways, large gorges, or other unnavigable terrain between two locations. There are bridges of … [Read more…]
Did you know waterfalls are classified into 10 different types based on the way the water descends? Those classifications include plunge, punchbowl, cascade, and tiered. And while Angel Falls in Venezuela may be the highest, uninterrupted waterfall in the world at 3,212 feet, our own Niagara Falls is the world’s most visited, drawing more than … [Read more…]
What do you have planned for this summer? Camping, camping, and more camping, we hope! If you haven’t decided where you’re headed, here are some ideas to help your fun summer plans take shape. NORTHEAST/Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York A “Maine” event means plenty of beach time when you stay at Moody Beach RV … [Read more…]
The folks of the Skagit Valley in Washington rely on Mother Nature to determine when the start of their annual Tulip Festival can begin! For over 34 years, visitors from around the United States and all over the world journey to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. The festival spans the month of April, but that … [Read more…]
Great news, Zone members! On May 4, we will have 20 Member Appreciation Events for new Zone Camping Pass members where on site staff will be able to answer questions regarding day use privileges, making reservations,visiting preserves outside of your zone, Encore RV Resort discounts and more. The Member Appreciation Events will also include a … [Read more…]