God's Country: Lake Cumberland, Kentucky

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Gods Country, Lake Cumberland, Kentucky Kentucky is home to magnificent mountains, national forests, and the most beautiful horse park in the world. We can brag about our friendliness, fantastic home cooking, and bourbon. Kentucky is so much more. I was raised in this hillbilly heaven. Our definition of fun is horse racing, basketball watching, and enjoying God's creation. Some outdoor activities include hiking, Jeep crawls, hunting, and fishing. Lakes, rivers, and creeks are bountiful in our sm...

Tesla Camping in the Pacific Northwest: Tips for an Eco-Friendly Getaway

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I'm exploring the Lake Superior region and the beautiful national parks surrounding it. Lake Superior is the worlds largest lake at 32,700 square miles. It is the 3rd largest by volume and site 702 feet above sea level with water temperatures averaging 40 degrees. Today it is 65 degrees but still too cold for me to go swimming. Today I am at the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore at the tip of the Bayfield peninsula in northern Wisconsin. The whole park is 21 islands of various sizes so it can o...

The Pitfalls of Overhyped Camping Gear - Reddit Overview

Every outdoor enthusiast has been there—seduced by the promise of a gadget that claims to make camping a breeze, only to find it gathering dust in the garage. It's a tale as old as time in the outdoor gear world. Today, we delve into some of the most talked-about, yet underwhelming, pieces of camping gear that you might be better off skipping. 1. The Overly Complicated Tent Systems While they promise a quick setup, these intricate shelters often require an engineering degree to assemble. Many ca...

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