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Atlanta Area Green Spaces

Quintessential walk: Piedmont Park A slice of nature in the big city, designed by the son’s of Fredrick Law Olmsted. This is where you retreat from the concrete jungle to throw a ball on the field, walk around the lake, … Continue reading

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Garnsey Park, Clifton Park Hike

Quiet trails in the sleepy hamlet of Rexford are a great spot for birding, learning, fresh air, and exercise. Garnsey Park [Route 146 between Waite and Wing roads, Rexford NY 12148] has over two miles of trails through meadow, forest, … Continue reading

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Historic Champlain Canalway, Halfmoon Hike

Bike, jog, or walk your way back through history. One day this trail will take you from Lake Champlain at Whitehall to the Erie Canal at Waterford, over 60 miles. Today there are 7 miles open to the public connecting … Continue reading

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Comeau, Woodstock Hike

A mild, yet scenic nature walk right outside the town Woodstock was naturally filled with hikers, families, and dog walkers on a sunny day. Comeau [1 Comeau Dr Woodstock, New York 12498 – upper lot is closer to trail entrance] … Continue reading

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Mount Guardian, Woodstock Hike

So close to the bustling town of Woodstock, but so far away. Follow the quiet country roads passed the interesting historical signs and beautiful homes. Mount Guardian [Byrdcliffe Theater Parking, 380 Upper Byrdcliffe Road, Woodstock NY] is a hike just … Continue reading

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Scenic Sights on Kauai

There are certain sights you need to see on the island of Kauai. Vistas simply showcasing the amazing land in front of you. Watch for a moment or sit for an hour. Take a picture to remember for a lifetime. … Continue reading

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Hike the Sleeping Giant, Kauai

Nounou Mountain [Parking lot on Halelilo Road off of Hwy 56, in Wailua] is commonly referred to as Sleeping Giant and the land is steeped in legend. The mountain looks like a human lying down, thus the story of its … Continue reading

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Elm Street Market, Bennington Eats

Almost every neighborhood has a market along with their police station, library, and school. The market is usually just a staple for the townies, not a draw for visitors. The Elm Street Market [251 Elm St, Bennington, VT 05201] takes … Continue reading

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Berlin Mountain, Taconic Hike

I have had Berlin Mountain [Intersection of Torrey Woods Rd and Berlin Road, Williamstown MA – continue on Berlin and the parking lot will pop up on the left – The trail is a two minute walk back down the … Continue reading

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Storm King Mountain, Hudson Valley Hike

The Storm King: Darkening skies and raging seas. Perhaps you’re envisioning Zeus with a thunderbolt or Poseidon with a tsunami, or maybe some other deity who is having a bad day and fiercely brooding. This particular king takes shape in … Continue reading

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