Yosemite National Park Bucket list Adventure

By Douglas M. Kish, MA Ever since I was a child, I’ve had a list of adventure hikes I wanted to conquer in my lifetime by visiting some of the best National Parks America has to offer. While I hiked through Sequoia in 2019, Yellow Stone, Grand Canyon, Glacier and Yosemite were still on my […]
Check Off Your Fitness Bucket List

By Kimberly Wagler, BA, CPT Have you ever wanted to start (and stick with) a fitness program? Have you ever wondered if you were even physically capable of participating in one? Have you ever felt like you just don’t have the motivation or drive to make fitness a part of your life? You, certainly, aren’t […]
Tips for a Nutrition Bucket List

By Courtney Wright, RDLD, CPT, CSN Not sure where to get started on how to eat healthier? Ever feel trapped in the yes-no-maybe-why is nutrition advice so confusing? I get it…and I got you. The best nutrition advice will stand the test of time. So, what exactly may that be? Simplicity. When in doubt, remember […]
Run a Marathon in 2022 Bucket List

So, You Want to Run a Marathon in 2022? By Breanne Bakan Whether you’re new to running or you’ve been around the block a few times (pun intended), your first marathon can seem daunting. Covering 26.2 miles on foot is no small feat, and many people don’t know where to start to prepare for such […]
Winter in the Western New York Snowbelt

By Victoria Pane Plan a cozy winter getaway to the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region. Proximity to Lake Erie “lake effect” means snow for Chautauqua County, averaging up to 200 inches annually. For downhill and cross-country snow sports, head to Peek’n Peak Ski Resort and enjoy 27 slopes and trails, state-of-the-art snowmaking, eight chairlifts, four progressive terrain […]
Winter Hiking in the New River Gorge

With shorter days and colder weather, you may think hiking in the winter is out of the question, but this time of year the Gorge is a treasure trove of unseen beauty. From frozen waterfalls to ice-coated cliffs, beat the winter blues and take in the awesome views on some of our favorite hiking trails. […]
Streetsboro Ohio Chasing Away the Winter Blues

By Lisa Wild The winter season is a beautiful time of year but being stuck inside can feel a bit claustrophobic at times. Come chase away those winter blues in Streetsboro, northeast Ohio’s best vacation value and a destination that offers something for everyone, anytime of year. Located in Portage County, directly off Ohio Turnpike […]
Impact Martial Arts Ohio

Is Learning Martial Arts on Your Bucket List? By Ben Baroni Have you ever wanted to learn martial arts? Now is the perfect time to give it a try. Whether you are a working parent, college or high school student, or someone looking to find strength in life, the martial arts offer numerous advantages to […]
Winter Recreation in Somerset County

By Ron Aldom When the snowflakes start falling, Somerset County, Pennsylvania, becomes a winter wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts. The county boasts 3 downhill ski resorts, along with miles of XC (cross country) ski trails and even more miles of snowmobile trails. Plus, there is an abundance of other outdoor recreation, including snowshoeing, sled riding on […]
Hocking Hills Cabin Fever Relief

By Karen Raymore, CDME Who would have guessed the cure for cabin fever is a cabin, a cabin in the Hocking Hills that is. After all the hustle and bustle of the holidays everyone needs a change of view. Winter days are not so long when surrounded by Mother Nature with all the comforts of […]
From Winter Blues to Snowshoes in Sandusky County

By David Thornbury With the onset of winter, getting bundled up and spending time outdoors takes extra time, effort and motivation. Here in Sandusky County, our Northwest Ohio location combined with our proximity to Lake Erie gives plenty of reasons to get motivated to explore our county and take in an adventure or two! The […]
Put a Healthy Lifestyle on Your Bucket List

By Judith Bratten “Start slow, start with small steps, and make it fun!” advises Angela Lombardo about developing a healthy lifestyle. And she should know. The owner/manager of Fresh Twist, a plant-centric kitchen established in 2019 in Steubenville, Ohio, Lombardo learned about the value of eating fresh and nutritious foods through her own research and […]