One of the best ways to get to know a city is by exploring outside. Kansas City is quite large which leads most of us to drive everywhere we need to go. If you want to get out of the car and stretch your legs a bit, here are some great trails for easy hikes …
When the first hint of fall is noticed in Nebraska, we get excited about a couple things: Football season, pumpkin spiced everything, and apples. If you’re here for the apples — and for the great recipes to use apples — you’ve come to the right places. For the other two things, move along. While you’ll …
Iowa is an incredible place to explore the outdoors. With rolling hills, wooded areas and spacious prairies, there are endless landscapes to discover. Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore new places or searching for a spot for a family-friendly hike, there are lots of options around the Des Moines metro. The next time you’re ready …
Fall in Nebraska often means an apple-picking trip to the apple orchard. More and more orchards in this state are starting to offer some additional products, namely hard ciders or apple wines. Read on to find out where some of Nebraska’s best ciders and apple wines are available! What is hard apple cider? Apple cider …
Road tripping across Nebraska can be long and boring if you don’t have a plan for rest stops (other than “to get to the other side”). Interstate 80 cuts through Nebraska, running east to west and surrounded by mostly flat farmland. If you stick just to the interstate rest stops and visitor centers you’d think …
You don’t have to go far from Omaha for a getaway with friends. I recently spent two days with four friends at one of the state parks in eastern Nebraska. It provided a great home base to explore the area, and kept us close to home (just in case families had any emergencies). Disclosure: This …