Team Camp or Team Glamp? Glamping Is Trending, Here’s Why
In a 2023 KOA study, an estimated 10.5 million households went glamping. Here’s the details on the most recent camping trend.
Courtney Johnson is a book author, grant writer, freelance writer and teacher based in Erie, CO. When not shuttling her 10-year-old to club soccer, she enjoys hiking, trail running, paddling and exploring. You can follow her adventures at: https://adventureswithmylittleray.com.
In a 2023 KOA study, an estimated 10.5 million households went glamping. Here’s the details on the most recent camping trend.
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Many U.S. presidents were raised loving the outdoors, and their love for nature showed in how they did their job as the nation’s leader. From signing legislation, including the Antiquities Act and the Endangered American Wilderness Act, to serving as a park ranger and casting a mean fly, these five former presidents are some of [...]
Women in the 60s couldn’t have a credit card or get an Ivy League education, but they still stood up for what they believed in, and many of them did what they could to improve life for current and future generations. In particular, many women throughout history have advocated for the outdoors. Here are four [...]
The western U.S. is home to some of the earth’s most concentrated geothermal activity. From geysers and fumaroles to lava tubes and hot springs, getting outside and seeing earth science in action with your own eyes is an incredible experience. While Yellowstone is well known for its geysers, and has the highest concentration of them [...]
As temperatures get warmer around the country, young skiers and boarders dread closing day at their local ski resort. Months of dry-land training, weight lifting and seeing the skis or board collect dust can bring the summer blues for powder hounds of any age. Thankfully around the U.S. and Canada, summer-on-snow ski camps offer young [...]