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Abandoned Becket Quarry, the Land that Time Forgot

By Kathleen Hesketh / March 8, 2024 / 0 Comments

Heading out for a hike in the snow can be an adventure in and of itself, but searching out abandoned Massachusetts quarries adds an extra element of mystery. That’s particularly true when the destination is one where the workers walked off the job and left everything just as it was at quitting time more than … Read more

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The Enigmatic Hearthstone Castle of Danbury: Once Grand, Now Abandoned

By Kathleen Hesketh / March 8, 2024 / 0 Comments

Visiting Hearthstone Castle in Danbury is a less a trip than it is an exploration. For us, it tied some peculiar history into an outdoor adventure that left us a bit nostalgic for the past. Note: Since our initial visit to Hearthstone Castle Danbury in 2020, the fence around Hearthstone Caste Danbury has been closed … Read more

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Go Kart Racing In Connecticut – Thrill on the World’s Largest Indoor Track

By Kathleen Hesketh / March 7, 2024 / 2 Comments

Our First Experience Go Kart Racing on the World’s Largest Indoor Track Speed is not a thrill I typically pursue, so I approached Supercharged go kart racing in Connecticut with a fair degree of trepidation. Supercharged offers two racetracks. One is more compact, offering thrill enthusiasts a high number of hairpin turns. While some are … Read more

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Abandoned in Brenton Point State Park: Searching Historical Remains of The Reef

By Kathleen Hesketh / March 7, 2024 / 2 Comments

On a breezy summer day, Brenton Point State Park in Newport, Rhode Island glistens as brightly as the sun off the ocean waves across the street. Kites fly high, and if you time it right, you might even score a Dell’s Lemonade, one of Rhode Island’s distinctive treats. However, Brenton Point State Park holds a … Read more

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UTVs driving through water, an unusual adventure in Connecticut

High-Adrenaline Excitement in the Litchfield Hills: ATV Rental Connecticut – Backyard Adventures

By Kathleen Hesketh / March 7, 2024 / 2 Comments

Home to revolutionary-war heroes and colonial mansions, renting an ATV in Connecticut may not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering adventurous outdoor pursuits. In fact, the state has been shorted when it comes to high-adrenaline adventure. We’re talking about scrambling over rocky screes and blasting through the sodden leaf-strewn underbelly of … Read more

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Unveiling the Mysteries of Lava Caves in Bend, Oregon: A Journey into Earth’s Underground Marvels

By Ali Patton / March 7, 2024 / 2 Comments

Looking for something to do on a hot day? Love the feeling of being some place dark and almost eerie? The lava caves of Bend, Oregon are just right for you! Our Delayed Journey to the Lava Caves in Bend It seems no matter how much we plan, things never follow our inclinations. And our … Read more

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Unleash Your Inner Zookeeper at Animal Adventures Family Zoo & Rescue Center Bolton, MA

By Ali Patton / March 6, 2024 / Comments Off on Unleash Your Inner Zookeeper at Animal Adventures Family Zoo & Rescue Center Bolton, MA

Kangaroos, goats, snakes, oh my! Animal Adventures Family Zoo & Rescue Center in Bolton MA is a sanctuary for just about every animal you can imagine. They offer guided and self- tours where you can get up close and personal with some of the furry and feathery residents. Animal Adventures, Bolton has been caring for … Read more

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Copake Iron Works–Blasting into the Past: A Seconds to Go Short

By Kathleen Hesketh / March 5, 2024 / Comments Off on Copake Iron Works–Blasting into the Past: A Seconds to Go Short

Deep within the embrace of the Taconic Mountains, nestled alongside the gurgling Bash Bish Brook, lies a testament to American industrial ingenuity – the Copake Iron Works historic site. Established in 1845, this historic site in upstate New York isn’t about towering smokestacks and forgotten machinery. It’s a captivating journey through time, offering a glimpse … Read more

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Shhhh… Listen! Do You Hear The Sound Of Bash Bish Falls?

By Kathleen Hesketh / March 5, 2024 / 0 Comments

Bash Bish Falls State Park is home to the Massachusett’s highest, single-drop waterfall. It’s a great day trip destination in New England, but is considered by some to be the state’s most dangerous as well. Bash Bish Falls State Park and the Massachusetts Versus New York Dilemma Forty-five and sunny isn’t the best spring break … Read more

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Beazell Memorial Forest Hike Combines a Love Story with Beautiful Scenery

By Ali Patton / February 29, 2024 / 2 Comments

If you’re looking to explore a rare ecological area with a unique backstory, try a Beazell Memorial Forest hike in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Be sure to read to the end to find out the lovely history of this place. Setting out for Our Beazell Memorial Forest Hike On a humid August Oregon morning, we grabbed … Read more

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