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An abundance of fabulous outdoor festivals are another great reason to celebrate being a North Texan. That’s because Dallas – Fort Worth locals really know how to throw a festival that delivers great food, amazing music, exciting games and entertainment, and something for all ages and interests…all while soaking up the glorious Texas sunshine. Here are 11 street fairs you simply must add to your social calendar for 2018: Cowtown Goes Green, March 17 (Fort Worth) Fort Worth Stockyards Business Association/Facebook How does a parade, food, family fun, and lots of livestock and horses sound?...

Who doesn’t love a good boudin ball? These deep-fried delicacies are one of the best culinary creations to come out of our great state, and we’ve found the best restaurants in the city that serve the best boudin balls. Cajun Mike’s Ryan E./Yelp Charles H./Yelp What this place lacks in size, they make up in flavor. This tiny but mighty restaurant serves all the cajun favorites you know and love, just be sure to get their boudin balls—they’re a customer favorite!...

The Mountain State is a hiker’s paradise. No matter what your skill level is, West Virginia has the perfect trail for you. Our incredible state is covered in hundreds of trails which are ideal for getting out and experiencing the incredible beauty that we’re surrounded by. Many of these trails offer up unparalleled views that you simply can’t find anywhere else in the world. We’re pretty lucky to be surrounded by so much beauty here in West Virginia, so what are you waiting for?...

Find yourself right smack dab in the middle of a murder mystery. Tour select wineries before sitting down to a delicious meal. Or, laugh until your sides hurt after a hearty dinner. These one-of-a-kind dinner adventures take the dining experience to the next level. Strasburg Railroad Murder Mystery Dinner Train - 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572 Facebook/Strasburg Railroad A mysterious death has occurred aboard the Strasburg Railroad. Who’s the victim?...

There are many naturally beautiful areas within Cincinnati, but if you take a short drive northeast of downtown, you’ll discover a natural wonder that is unlike anything else in the state. The Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve, found just outside of Yellow Springs, is a magical area, filled with natural beauty and mysterious formations. If you haven’t visited this gorge hiding near Cincinnati, you’ll want to make plans to check it out....

Most of us are familiar with Galveston’s annual Dickens on the Strand, but did you know that the Hill Country town of Boerne hosts a similar celebration? This year marks the 18th consecutive year of Dickens on Main, an absolutely enchanting holiday festival that transports you back to the Victorian age of England. There’ll be caroling, horse-drawn carriage rides, a parade, food, shopping, and much more. So put together your best Dickens costume and come join in the fun this coming Friday and Saturday!...

Indiana is full of gorgeous lakes, most of which are surrounded by breathtaking parks and hiking trails. But the Hoosier state is also full of lesser-known natural wonders, like this stunning turquoise lake hiding along this underrated hiking trail. Mississewa Lake/Facebook The Miami State Recreation Area, located in Peru, is one of the most gorgeous outdoor spaces to visit in the Hoosier state. While other parks and recreational areas receive tons of hype, this often-overlooked outdoor retreat is full of natural beauty....

There’s little sadder than cruelty to innocent, helpless animals — but it happens every day. Fortunately, some kind-hearted people in Chichester, New Hampshire have made it their mission to help these animals, and the work they do is absolutely incredible. Founded in 1996, Live and Let Live Farm takes in abused and abandoned animals with a focus on horses, as well as pregnant dogs and cats. Facebook/Live and Let Live Farm Rescue...

How long have you lived in the Burgh? Just a few years? A few decades? Your whole life? No matter how long you’ve lived here, you’re in luck. Pittsburgh always has a few surprises up its sleeves. Like these hidden treasures that most people probably don’t know about. Check ’em out. Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden – 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Facebook/Biblical Botanical Garden of Rodef Shalom Take time for quiet reflection, and to appreciate nature, at the Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden....

There’s nothing quite like a peaceful horseback ride through the beautiful countryside in the Sooner State. If you’re looking for one of the best tours in the state, check out Robbers Cave Stables in Wilburton. They are open year-round and offer a variety of cowboy trail rides for the whole family. Take a look: Robers Cave Stables is located in Robbers Cave State Park at 2297 Northwest 158th Road in Wilburton....

Most of us know that Milwaukee is full of greenery- we have over 150 parks! What you might not know is that there’s a ton of wildlife right outside of the city, too. Check out this wildlife sanctuary just under an hour outside of Milwaukee in West Bend. It’s fun for the whole family! Welcome to Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary. Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary / Facebook Shalom Wildlife started in the 1970s as a small sanctuary, and has grown into a zoo that’s over 100 acres....

There’s a place along the Grand Strand in South Carolina where dreams really can come true. Whether you want to swim with them, become one, or just have a fantasy portrait with a mermaid you can with this dreamy group of professional mermaids! Myrtle Beach Mermaids Myrtle Beach Mermaids is dedicated to a variety of fun-loving adventures all focused on making your mermaid fantasies a reality. Yelp/Jack H If you’ve ever wanted to donn your very own mermaid fin and hit the high seas they’ll make it happen....

Fall is the perfect time to visit your favorite lake – the weather is mild and the banks are aglow with the rich hues of autumn. Here’s a hike in Barbour County that has a trail you hike around while you enjoy some of the best fall foliage ever. Teter Creek Lake is a peaceful, quiet spot to visit this fall. Teter Creek Lake/Facebook This lake is often overlooked and only small boats with electric motors are allowed here, so it’s a nice spot for solitude....

In New York we’re lucky enough to have hundreds of state parks and even one of the largest parks in the country, the Adirondack Park. But with popular destinations like these that have rightfully earned quite the reputation, you may find yourself seeking out other lesser-known outdoor areas that offer an equal amount of adventure and beauty. Ready to guide you in the right direction, it’s time you discover this list of parks that you’ve most likely never visited before....

Can you imagine having over 3.5 feet of snow accumulation in a matter of days? In 1913, this was a reality in Denver, and life in the city came to a screeching halt. After a blizzard swept over Colorado and other western states during the first part of December of that year, the snowfall in the Mile High City totaled 45.7 inches. That is a record that still stands strong today....

Let’s face it – Wyoming is pretty gorgeous from corner to corner. Even the plains can be stunning in their starkness, especially when the sun is setting or rising. One of the hands-down best things about living in the Cowboy State is that you don’t have to go far to appreciate the spectacular scenery. Most of our towns were built smack-dab in the middle of some pretty exquisite surroundings. We think these 11 towns have the most breathtaking scenery in all of Wyoming....

Located at the top of a hill that is the second-highest point in Dane County is the old Lake View Sanitarium. Constructed in 1930 as a tuberculosis sanatorium and general hospital for Dane County, it looks a bit like a sprawling art deco mansion if you don’t really know any better. Out of use for that purpose since 1966, this area has come to be known for its strange happenings. Surrounded by woods, it seems no one in the Madison area is without a spooky story to share about Sanitarium Hill....

Do you dream in saturated fats? Is “Carbohydrate” your middle name (as it is mine)? Or maybe you just enjoy pigging out on delicious snack food? No matter your answer, you are guaranteed to go crazy for this Colorado restaurant that specializes in French fries: Hiding out in Olde Town Arvada is the mind-blowingly delicious Manneken Frites, which bills itself as being an “authentic ‘Belgian-style’ frites shop based on those you would find in Belgium....

In general, Wyoming is a pretty safe place to live. It ranks number 8 in the top 10 safest states in the nation. Chalk it up to the neighborly way residents look out for each other, or the fact that Wyoming is an open-carry state – whatever the reason, it’s good to know you’re safer here than in 80 percent of the rest of the country. If you’re planning a move to the Cowboy State specifically for the safety factor, you’ll rest most peacefully in Kemmerer....

Sometimes history can seem magical. Folktales, historical accounts that seem just a little too good to be true, and events that cannot be fully explained are just a few ways this happens. In fact, there are similar stories that have taken place here in New Mexico and today we’re going to check out one. This is Loretto Chapel in Santa Fe, which was built in the 1870s as the Lady of Light Chapel in a striking gothic style....