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Early summer is the perfect time to embark upon new adventures. The weather is perfect, with mild conditions that are ideal for outdoor adventures. If you’re still looking for new places to explore, here are 9 epic adventures that every Hoosier should take: Explore the trails at Turkey Run State Park Nirmal Kumar/Yelp If you’ve always thought of Indiana as flat, this stunning park will change your mind. With a long suspension bridge, 11 fantastic hiking trails, and breathtaking scenery to behold, this park will exceed your expectations....

Sometimes there is nothing more rewarding than diving headfirst into treasures from the past and present. Spending weekends antique shopping is a favorite pastime for many Georgians, especially those who know exactly where to go. If you’re looking for an antique shop that has a little bit of this and that—something for just about anyone—then this is the place to go. Plan to spend a few hours at Aunt Tique and Uncle Junk’s in Thomson, Georgia because there is so much to see....

Modern technology is great and all, but there’s something beautiful about witnessing how things used to be done. For a sweet taste of the past, you’ll definitely want to visit this incredible historic park. At the forefront of the park is a real, working mill that still grinds out flour even to this day. You can even take a bag home with you! Not only does the mill still work but it’s absolutely gorgeous, as well....

Drop a bit of honey in tea. Mix a few drops with milk to make shampoo. Or add it to your favorite recipe. There’s just something about honey, isn’t there, that helps soothe a sore throat, adds shine to your hair, and jazzes up a recipe? Honey’s just about the perfect product of nature, created at numerous honey farms in PA. Next time you’re looking for a unique adventure, plan a visit to this honey farm in Pennsylvania....

Sometimes, the best food is hiding in the small towns you wouldn’t expect. If you love pub grub, homemade daily specials and creative cocktails, then there’s a restaurant and pub hiding in northwest Ohio you need to know about. Spengler’s Restaurant and Pub in Napoleon, Ohio has long history of delicious eats and treats—and all it takes is one visit to see why. Check it out: Since 1892, this northwest Ohio restaurant and pub has been serving up some of the best grub and spirits in the Midwest....

Watermelon lovers, unite! This town in South Dakota might be extremely small, but this annual watermelon festival in August is full of flavor. It’s filled with free watermelon, watermelon-themed activities, music, food, family entertainment, and even a car show. Head on out to Forestburg this summer and eat all of the melon you can handle. Welcome to Forestburg Melon Festival. Forestburg Melon Festival/Facebook With a population of only 70 people, Forestburg is seriously small....

Custer State Park. Lewis & Clark Recreation Area. Roy Lake. Do any of these names ring a bell? Of course they do, as they are some of the most popular and iconic parks here in South Dakota! Did you know that South Dakota is also home to a somewhat new, often overlooked state park as well? Read on as we discover the South Dakota state park that is both one of the newest and best in the state:...

When it comes to beaches, the ones on Alabama’s Gulf Coast can’t be beat! Not only are they beautiful, but many of them are perfect spots to visit if you’re looking for a little peace and relaxation. One of the best places to experience Alabama’s beautiful white-sand beaches is Gulf State Park. For information about this popular tourist spot, take a look below. Gulf State Park is located on Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast in Gulf Shores, Alabama....

There’s a very special home in Moline, Illinois that attracts many people from far and wide. Featuring more than 100 festive displays, this Christmas house is a must-see this season. If you love holiday lights and inflatables, this marvelous attraction will be right up your alley. Check it out: Henry’s Christmas Yard in northwest Illinois attracts thousands of visitors each year. It has been going on for about a decade and gets bigger and better each season....

Iowa is home to some pretty strange sights. For one, we’ve got a ton of world’s largest things… from rotating ears of corn, to cement bulls, to enormous fiberglass strawberries. Well, you can add country’s strangest jail to the list of weird Iowa attractions. The Pottawattamie Coutny Squirrel Cage Jail is one of only 3 rotary jails still standing, and it’s the largest and most historic. This odd jail is worth a visit!...

Calling all watermelon lovers! There’s an annual festival in the tiny town of Luling that celebrates everyone’s favorite summertime fruit, and you won’t want to miss it. It’s filled with watermelon-themed activities and contests, food, family entertainment, and more. We all know there’s nothing better than a cold slice of watermelon when the Texas heat is beating down on you, so mark your calendars to attend this fun event. An annual occurrence since 1954, this will be the 65th consecutive Watermelon Thump....

If we told you that in Florida you had a chance to be surrounded by monkeys in the only semi-natural tropical rainforest in North America, you probably would think we were out of our darn minds. However, for those of you who have been to South Florida and visited the famed Monkey Jungle, you know exactly what we mean. Monkey Jungle is a 30-acre wildlife park in Miami, Florida established back in the 1930s....

In a hurry? On a budget? Love Southern-style food? What if you could check all those boxes in one restaurant and still have an unforgettable and enjoyable meal? At the following South Carolina eatery, the all-you-can-eat buffet is teeming with delicious Southern fare – at an affordable price, especially for an all-you-can-eat experience! With oodles of choices for endless food, Simply Southern Smokehouse BBQ and Country Buffet dishes up all of the classics considered to be Southern fare....

Oregon is chock-full of natural wonders – we’re basically surrounded by breathtaking beauty everywhere we turn! But while some of our amazing spots are well-known, others are seriously underrated. If you’ve never explored the Alvord Desert, you’re missing out. When you’re looking for a spot in the Beaver State that’s off the beaten path, head out to the Alvord Desert. This remote area has a unique, magical beauty. Bureau of Land Management/flickr...

Tennessee is a beautiful state rife with natural beauty, but autumn seems to take it up a notch. Whether you live in the mountains or make your home on a plot of hilly land, Tennessee sure is beautiful when it comes to October and November. Our fall foliage has started to (finally!) explode with color, and this tiny town in East Tennessee sure knows how to show out. If you haven’t been before, you’re in for a real treat....

All across the state there are stately homes that have been preserved, restored and loved by folks who’ve turned them into inns and bed & breakfasts that allow visitors to share in the history of the gorgeous buildings. Wisconsin’s bed & breakfast network is extensive, and the inns occupy some of the state’s biggest, most ornate and gorgeous homes. They preserve the history and charm and let us step back in time every time we visit....

Tennessee is known for its beauty, but there are a few places that truly shine above the rest. One of those places is Foster Falls State Park, an absolutely stunning waterfall that is the perfect spot for a summer swim. It’s a little bit of a hike from the overlook down to the falls, but the scenery is so beautiful that you’ll want to stay forever. Take a look! PROcsm242000 Photography - Flickr Foster Falls is just under 2 hours southeast of Nashville, tucked up on the Cumberland Plateau....

The Resurrection Roadhouse in Seward is a delicious place to eat in an absolutely breathtaking locale. From downtown Seward, a winding road meanders up into the Exit Glacier Valley. There the Roadhouse lies in a meadow, the rushing Resurrection River flowing alongside and the spruce forest tucking in all around. Stay at the adjoining Seward Windsong Lodge or just head here for a delectable meal in a gorgeous location. You’ll love the food, and the view, at the Resurrection Roadhouse in Seward....

Did you know Preston, Minnesota, is home to a stunning turquoise lake unlike anything you’ll find in any other part of the state? Though this spot has many visitors throughout the year, it still remains hidden from many Minnesotans. Why? Because the beautiful lake is in a cave, at the end of a subterranean trail through southern Minnesota. If you’re looking for a beautiful – and cooling – hike to do in Minnesota as the weather warms up, check out this unforgettable hike....

We’re lucky that Washington is a coastal state — but realistically, we can’t always make it to the ocean at a moment’s notice. Our beautiful lakes are much more accessible to most of us, and it’s almost time for another sunny season of fishing, boating, and lakeside lounging. We chose these lakes for this weekend road trip because they’re somewhat centrally located, and the trip could easily be reversed depending on your starting point....