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Take Part in National Read a Book Day!

The end of the work week is reason enough to celebrate, but today is also National Read a Book Day. People across the country are encouraged to shut off the television, put away the mobile devices, and curl up with a good book. (As luck would have it, today is also National Lazy Mom’s Day—perfect!) At AdventureKEEN, we are best known as an outdoor publisher of practical guides for everything from hiking to bird watching. […]

Regional Guidebooks Are Perfect College Gift Ideas

Ryan Jacobson

It’s always a good time for college gift ideas, right? Chances are pretty good that you know someone who’s heading off to further their education—perhaps even your own child. Whether they are staying close to home or have chosen far-off places to travel, two things are certain: They love to know that you’re thinking of them, and they love to get mail. Give them a little first-semester boost; send them a gift. You don’t have […]

In The Mountains: Chasing That Rocky Mountain High

Jim Warnock

Highway 34 roughly follows the Big Thompson River from Fort Collins to Estes Park. We enjoyed this beautiful drive and finally found a nice spot to pull off next to the river. I wanted to go wading but remembered the power of rivers whose source... The post In The Mountains: Chasing That Rocky Mountain High appeared first on Menasha Ridge Press Blog.

Hello, Bozeman: Chasing That Rocky Mountain High

Jim Warnock

The second part of our travels took us to Bozeman, Montana. We loved the low humidity and morning temperatures were glorious. Based on a recommendation, we stay at the Lewis & Clark Motel right on Main Street in Bozeman. It was being remodeled, but the rooms were... The post Hello, Bozeman: Chasing That Rocky Mountain High appeared first on Menasha Ridge Press Blog.

Chasing That Rocky Mountain High

Jim Warnock

Arkansas gets hot in June! Even the most enthusiastic consider June through August the offseason of backpacking. Hiker-dog and I attempt to stay in shape with early morning walks at Lake Alma. I struggled to find the word that describes how I feel about camping... The post Chasing That Rocky Mountain High appeared first on Menasha Ridge Press Blog.

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