Stuck On the Go

Enjoy the outdoors by camping at Watkins Glen State Park Six Nation Campground, one of the most famous State Parks to visit in New York, located in the heart of the beautiful Finger Lakes region. While there is no swimming available at Four Mile Creek State Park, beach swimming is available nearby at Wilson Tuscarora State Park and pool swimming at Fort Niagara State Park. First Landing State Park is actually Virginia’s most visited state park and it is one of the most historical places in Virginia (and the United States) as it is where the first colonists arrived on new land. One of only two beachfront South Carolina state parks, Edisto Beach State Park features a beachfront campground and is only an hour away from Charleston!

Still, camping in winter does require a little bit of planning, and sometimes a little bit of gear. At the same time, if you’re going to go out in the cold, it’s important to know that your gear will keep you warm. Not only do they make your sleeping situation a little more comfortable than sleeping on the hard ground, but when it’s cold, they provide an extra layer of insulation for you. Freeze-dried ingredients like freeze-dried vegetables and meats, as well as partially-cooked foods like instant noodles and powdered ingredients (like powdered peanut butter, powdered milk, and grated parmesan) can help you put together meals that are flavorful and full of the calories you need to keep going.

It’s hard to choose the best wineries in North Carolina so I’ve put together a list of many of my favorites as well as some from a few other travel bloggers. After your tasting, walk through the Wine Shop to find your favorite bottle to bring home with you, or visit the Wine Bar, where you can purchase a glass (or bottle!) of wine to enjoy. A few of my favorites are Carolina Heritage Vineyard & Winery, Elkin Creek Vineyard, and Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery. I recommend doing the deluxe tasting which includes a tasting, gourmet cheese dip, homemade crackers, and a glass of your favorite wine after the tasting.

Some people are just naturals, and it will take them less time to learn how to snowboard. While this is the most challenging and most time-consuming thing to accomplish, once it’s learned, you can quickly advance to blue runs and even black diamonds. However, the difference between skiing and snowboarding is that once you learn how to snowboard, it can be a lot easier to reach an advanced level. Snowboard boots are a lot more comfortable to walk around the slopes in versus ski boots which can be painful and are hard to walk in.