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Sep 27, 2026
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Jul 5, 2026

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  1. Article · Sep 27, 2026 · Joe Orovic

    Between Waco And Houston Is Texas' Giant Lake For A Vacation Full Of Boating, Swimming, And Charming Marinas - Islands (opens the original)

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    Human ingenuity can turn a natural disaster into an opportunity. Case in point: Lake Conroe, a giant oasis of cool and fun born of desperation in the sweltering Lone Star State. Just 55 minutes from Houston and over two hours from Waco, the local aquatic escape lets vacationers and locals enjoy a trip full of swimming, boating, and stops at charming marinas offering more than just boat slips. It's the ideal weekend getaway or detour on a trip to Houston. And it all happened because the sky went

  2. Article · Sep 27, 2026 · Joe Orovic

    Forget Florida, Retire To A Top-Rated Midwest County With Lakes, Trails, And A Vibrant City Instead - Islands (opens the original)

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    What if Florida's muggy summers and blinding sun do a number on your health? What if you aren't a fan of the state's knack for hurricanes, or the perpetual "Florida man" meme? Where can a person gracefully age out of the workforce and retire if not to the stereotypical Sunshine State escape? A top-rated Midwest destination offers an alternative for retirees and a welcome change of pace for travelers. Ramsey County, which includes the vibrant city of St. Paul, offers trails, lakes, and an afforda

  3. Article · Sep 25, 2026 · Joe Orovic

    At The Southwestern Edge Of Dayton Is A Peaceful Ohio Park With Camping, Trails, And Lake Fun - Islands (opens the original)

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    Sometimes, a farm is just a farm. Then sometimes a farm is abandoned and left to decay until it's reborn as a peaceful public space. Possum Creek MetroPark, at the southwestern edge of Dayton, Ohio, falls into the latter category. With lake fun, camping, and trails, it represents an ideal redo of Mother Nature's original intentions. The bucolic 580-acre park includes a mix of lakeside shoreline and woodlands standing where farmland once ruled. The diversity nixes any threat of monotony, as hardw

  4. Article · Sep 17, 2026 · Joe Orovic

    Lesser-Known Nature Destinations That Could Pass For Lake Tahoe - Islands (opens the original)

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    Few bodies of water in the United States have achieved the renown of Lake Tahoe. It's a mix of forested mountains and pristine waters that makes for a higher-end outdoor experience. But for those who aren't within driving distance of Lake Tahoe, want to avoid the crowds, or have already visited and are looking for an alternative, we've narrowed down 10 lesser-known destinations that could pass for Lake Tahoe, scattered across the country. Choosing the places on this list proved challenging. Rare

  5. Article · Sep 15, 2026 · Joe Orovic

    Kansas Is Changing Its State Park Fees November 1 — And Campers Are Losing A Popular Permit - Islands (opens the original)

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    Travelers to the Sunflower State will face higher fees at its state parks, paying more for everything from parking to utilities. The recently passed changes also eliminate a popular annual permit for campers. The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission approved the changes, which go into effect on November 1, at a meeting in late August. The fee increases boost the primary funding source for Kansas's state parks. State Parks Director Conner O'Flannagan cited inflation and rising costs over the last

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