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798,000 ABOUT THE PROPERTY

Gorgeous all brick turn-key home featuring 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, featuring a first floor master suite. This home has an open concept, white oak hardwood flooring, arched doorways, and an incredible kitchen with new stainless steel appliances including a double oven and Schrock cabinets. Wonderful for entertaining as the rooms are spacious and inviting. Lower level has everything; media room, game room, bar, full bath and stairs that lead up to the 4 car garage.

PROPERTY DETAIL

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JULY 2021 PUBLISHER

Brian Bailey | brian.bailey@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Summertime Fun JULY IS PRIME TIME FOR ALL THE BEST ACTIVITIES SUMMER HAS TO OFFER. From pool parties and backyard picnics to baseball games and family vacations, this month reminds us to kick back and have some fun!

One local spot for good times is Sluggers & Putters Amusement Park in Canal Fulton. Congratulations to Tim McCully and his team who are celebrating 30 years of family fun for all ages. With more than 20 rides and attractions, you are sure to find ways to beat the heat.

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Speaking of hot! How about the local real estate market? We asked five local pros for insights on navigating the process for buying, selling, investing, building and condominium living. If you have personal real estate needs, consider calling one of these great people who are committed to our community.

Enjoy summer while it’s here. As always, thanks for reading, and we hope to see you around town!

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ON THE COVER Sixth graders from Alliance Middle School enjoy a field trip to Sluggers & Putters Amusement Park in Canal Fulton.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2021

FEATURES 12 Fun for All. All for Fun. Canal Fulton amusement park operating for 30th year

18 Real Estate’s Roaring.

Sales are Soaring.

Five industry professionals share their insights on current market trends

26 Barbecue Reimagined BBQ expert shares recipes for picnic leftovers

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34 Explore National Parks Across the U.S. See the Top 3 national parks to visit this summer

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Hot Spot

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Open House

26 Culinary Creations 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Water & Woods

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Jaguar Land Rover of Akron Celebrates with Grand Opening Kempthorn Motors recently invited friends and family to the Grand Opening Celebration of the new Jaguar and Land Rover dealership in Akron. Along with beautiful weather was live music by the Jake Friel Band on the Kempthorn Community Stage, food from Barrio, Old Carolina Barbecue Company and Polar X-Press. The brand new facility is located at 944 E Turkeyfoot Lake Road.

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24-Hour Eagle Up Ultramarathon in Canal Fulton On June 5-6. more than 700 runners took part in North America's largest ultramarathon to support Team Red, White and Blue. The mission of Team RWB is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. Learn more at TeamRWB.org.

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1. Victoria Knipp (50k) | 2. Allison Armstrong (50k) | 3. Tiffany Aimes (50 miles) | 4. Tracey Zeigler and Christina McDermott (50k + 50 miles) | 5. Mike Mount (100k) and family | 6. Stephanie Stephens (first 100k!)

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SUMMER SPLASH CHALLENGE THIS MONTH AT SIPPO LAKE From July 15 - 30, explore one of Stark Parks’ beautiful lakes by kayak and enter for a chance to win an inflatable kayak kit. To participate in the Summer Splash Challenge, stop in to the Sippo

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During the first week of August, one winner will

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each lake. The two winners will receive a kayak kit

coffees from around the world, roasted fresh and

including an inflatable kayak, a pump, paddle and

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must be 16 years or older to enter.

For more information, visit StarkParks.com/SummerSplash.

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HOT SPOT

ARTICLE DARYL DIRHAM | PHOTOGRAPHY TERRY FRAVEL

FUN FOR ALL.

ALL FOR FUN.

LOCAL AMUSEMENT PARK CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF GOOD TIMES FOR ALL AGES

“EVERYTHING HERE IS DESIGNED TO GET PEOPLE TOGETHER.” That’s how Tim McCully describes Sluggers & Putters, the amusement park/family fun center he owns and operates in Canal Fulton, Ohio. What started modestly with three activities (including the batting cages and miniature golf that gave the park its name) has swelled to 25 rides and attractions.

There’s plenty of room to grow on the sprawling 70-acre property that’s festooned with trees amid the brightly colored rides, games and other attractions. In fact, McCully boasts that Sluggers & Putters is the third-largest amusement park in Ohio, behind industry behemoths Cedar Point in Sandusky and Kings Island near Cincinnati.

Highlights include two miniature golf courses, two go-kart tracks (one for smaller kids and one for bigger kids and adults), the Little Dipper roller coaster, flying swings, the carnival classic Scrambler, bumper cars, and even water bumper boats with water cannons that boat captains can aim at each other.

McCully and his wife, Rhonda, purchased the property in 1990.

“It was a cornfield…a true field of dreams,” says McCully. They opened the park the following year, making this summer Sluggers & Putters’ 30th anniversary.

McCully’s background was in landscaping and horticulture, but he’d dabbled in other businesses. He always had a foot in entertainment too, dating back to his high school years as a young concert promoter and his later ownership of a roller skating rink. The idea for the park sprang from a vision McCully had for a local place where families could gather and experience outdoor recreation.

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“ M AY B E THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT US IS T H AT W E ’ R E A ‘K I D D I E P A R K .'”

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“Maybe the biggest misconception about us is that

To get out of the heat, the air-conditioned Flying

we’re a ‘kiddie park,’” says McCully. “With only a few

Monkey Arcade features games that dispense tickets

exceptions, every attraction here is designed and

redeemable for prizes (be sure to check out Giant

sized to be enjoyed by every member of the family.

Pac-Man on a six-foot screen).

We are truly a family fun center.”

As you might imagine, Sluggers & Putters is a pop-

The two miniature golf courses are mainstays among

ular birthday destination. However, you might be sur-

fans of the park. Adventure Mini Golf has a theme

prised that a sizable amount of its summer business

based on “The Wizard of Oz” and nursery rhymes, and

comes from corporate retreats and picnics, accom-

includes artifacts throughout the course from Canton’s

modating groups as large as 750 people.

fondly remembered Mother Goose Land. Olde Skool

For regular daily visitors, McCully prides himself on

Mini Golf is a wackier course for more advanced players

keeping admission to the park free. Visitors purchase

and includes plenty of opportunities for trick shots.

tickets for each attraction individually or can select from

For those who get their thrills at the wheel, F-22

several day pass options that offer multiple rides for a

Raptor Go-Karts are for older riders at least 11 and

flat fee (there’s even a Super All Day Pass that gives

over 58 inches tall and include a fast, exciting track.

visitors the run of the park, with unlimited rides the

Double-seater karts are available for passengers 3

whole day). He also offers a host of specials, including

and older with a qualified driver. For smaller drivers,

those regularly scheduled such as a free Super All Day

Lil’ Thunder Junior Racers let kids 8 and older and at

Pass for military and Grandparents’ Day every Tuesday

least 48 inches tall take the wheel on an oval track.

when grandparents ride free. Other discounts can be

Sluggers & Putters also includes Ohio’s only out-

unlocked when visitors text “SLUGGER” to 91944.

door laser tag facility as well as carnival favorites like

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a ferris wheel, scrambler, flying swings, bumper cars,

For more information about the park, visit

tea cup ride and—coming soon—Tilt-A-Whirl.

www.sluggers-putters.com or call 330.854.6999.

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FIVE INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS SHARE THEIR INSIGHTS ON CURRENT MARKET TRENDS

CUTLER REAL ESTATE 330.495.7430 MBAILEY@CUTLERHOMES.COM HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE CURRENT REAL ESTATE MARKET IN OUR COMMUNITY? We are currently in a seller’s market. Properties are moving very quickly, often above asking price and frequently with multiple offers. It’s incredibly fast-paced but patient buyers can still find their dream home.

WHAT SHOULD EVERY BUYER KNOW RIGHT NOW? Because buyers must act quickly, they should research a property prior to their scheduled showing. I recommend driving around the neighborhood, studying the listing photos and talking to their real estate agent about local comps. Often an offer will need to be submitted after the initial visit. There’s little time to “think about it!”

SHOULD I GET PRE-APPROVED BEFORE HOUSE HUNTING OR CONTACTING AN AGENT? Yes. This market is extremely competitive, and the buyer needs to know what they can realistically offer on a property. You should allow for room to negotiate within your budget.

WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT AS A LOCAL REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL AND AGENT? Working as a team with my partner, Nancy Platek, gives each client extra attention. We collaborate to make sure all the details are covered and “divide and conquer” when necessary to keep the transaction moving. We understand our clients are busy and have extra flexibility with our schedules.

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R e a l E s tat e ' s Roaring. Sales are Soaring

N A N C Y P L AT E K CUTLER REAL ESTATE 330.323.6023 NPLATEK@CUTLERHOMES.COM HOW CAN BUYERS BENEFIT FROM CONDOMINIUM LIVING? It’s primarily a lifestyle change. People in all stages of life can benefit from home ownership, less responsibility for maintenance and a streamlined daily life. Condo living can free up leisure time and offer the ability to “lock and go.” The community provides a neighborly feeling while maintaining individual privacy, with great opportunities to socialize like walking paths, pools or gyms.

WHAT SHOULD BUYERS CONSIDER BEFORE “RIGHTSIZING?” A few questions: How much of your current home do you still use and enjoy? Does a move improve your financial future? Will it help meet your lifestyle goals? For many people rightsizing is a freeing experience.

SHOULD CONDO BUYERS ASK ANY SPECIFIC QUESTIONS? Because condominiums are geared to simplify life, most will require some kind of association fee.

It’s good to question the cost of the fees, what they cover, how often they are paid and what the rules and regulations encompass.

WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT AS AN AGENT? As a 30-year resident and volunteer in Stark County, I’m familiar with all facets of our community and the needs of its people. I’m an effective communicator who believes in prompt response, attention to detail and empowering the client to make decisions while I handle the process.

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RUTHANNE WILKOF DEHOFF REALTORS 330.324.0573 RWILKOF@DEHOFF.COM HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE CURRENT REAL ESTATE MARKET IN OUR COMMUNITY? Interest rates are at an all-time low, and inventory just isn’t there. Many homes receive multiple offers over listing, and there’s no time or room for negotiation. It’s pretty wild.

WHAT’S THE BEST TIME TO SELL A HOME? Spring, summer and fall are the best time to sell, period. You get to show off the outside of the home, how well it’s been kept up. When people drive through developments and see kids outside playing they know it’s a safe, friendly neighborhood.

WHAT SHOULD EVERY SELLER KNOW RIGHT NOW? If you’re going to sell, make sure you keep your home in a presentable state. A showing can come at any time, so it’s unpredictable. Make sure you have an understanding of the market. Listen to your realtor when setting a price, it’s their job to know. It can be frustrating, so be patient with all parties in a transaction. We won’t give up until all is over and done with, so stick with us.

WHAT SETS YOU APART AS AN AGENT? Whatever I may be juggling, I make every client feel like they’re my only one. I work just as hard for the 50k homes as I do for the 500k.

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JOAN REUSSER PREMIERE PLUS REALTY 330.806.4222 JR612@ME.COM WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF INVESTING

somewhere they’re comfortable. Many who

IN REAL ESTATE WITH A SECOND HOME?

used to live in a cold, 800 sq. ft. apartment

The trend lately has been that real estate

for the sake of a career in a big city are now

appreciates more than ever before. It’s a good

rethinking that lifestyle. Why not enjoy warm

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WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE BEST TIME

other great places.

TO BUY A HOME?

HOW DOES THE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

and not just investing as a snow bird, real estate

MARKET COMPARE TO OUR OWN?

isn’t as seasonal as it used to be. So the best

Since more people are moving here full time

Inventory is at an unprecedented low, but

time to buy is ASAP, and you have to come with

the phenomenon is pretty national. With so

an approval letter or proof of funds. With such

many people realizing they can work from

low inventory, you have to be ready to pull the

home, they figure that they might as well live

trigger within a day or so of listing.

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MARK MEMMER MEMMER HOMES, INC. 330.497.1183 MARK@MEMMERHOMES.COM WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF NEW CONSTRUCTION? Remodeling an existing home is tough. You’re living in a construction zone for the duration and financing a renovation can be challenging. With a new construction you get exactly what you want, everything is new and under warranty. There’s a lot less worry.

WHAT’S TRENDING RIGHT NOW? Home studies are regaining popularity. If you’re working remotely, you need a designated space for it. Similarly, second floor lofts and covered porches are really hot. It’s nice to have an escape so everyone’s not on top of each other.

WHAT SHOULD EVERY NEW CONSTRUCTION BUYER KNOW? It’s easiest to start a new construction in poor weather and finish details like lawns and painting in warmer months. Also, high material costs will drop eventually, but between inflation, construction costs and interest rates rising, I don’t see things getting any less expensive as we move on. So analyze your own situation, make a checklist of what you want in your new home, and base your decisions on that.

WHAT DISTINGUISHES YOU AS A HOME BUILDER? What really sets us apart is our focus on the customer. We’re building a dream home, so we give them exactly what they want as painlessly as possible. That’s why we have so many repeat customers.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

B a rbecue R ei ma g i ned ARTICLE BRIAN BAILEY PHOTOGRAPHY TERRY FRAVEL

ON ANY SUMMER WEEKEND, OLD CAROLINA BARBECUE COMPANY FANS WILL COLLECTIVELY PICK UP THOUSANDS OF POUNDS OF HICKORY SMOKED MEATS AND SIDE DISHES TO SHARE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS AT GRADUATION PARTIES, BIRTHDAYS, REUNIONS AND EVEN WEDDING RECEPTIONS. Barbecue travels well, holds well and always satisfies the guests.

Inevitably, leftovers will end up in refrigerators only to be later reheated and served in the same sandwich and sides formation from the original event. But leftovers don’t have to be a repeat! Pulled pork, baked beans and mac ‘n cheese can be reimagined as base ingredients for other creative grilling recipes.

For example, baked beans and coleslaw on top of a grilled hot dog becomes a Tar Heel Dog, an early menu favorite not currently served at the Old Carolina restaurant. Pulled pork, diced red onion and Ranchero sauce (see BBQ Quesadilla recipe) make for a gourmet hot dog topping, too.

Tacos, burgers, grilled pizzas and grilled cheese sandwiches are also perfect canvases for your culinary imagination. The recipes included here should get those juices flowing and maybe even your mouth watering!

Brian Bailey is co-founder of Old Carolina Barbecue Company, a 10-unit restaurant & catering operation based in Northeast Ohio. Old Carolina has won more than 150 awards for barbecue. Brian enjoys teaching Q School, where he shares professional barbecue secrets for the home grill. Learn more at OldCarolina.com.

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UTILIZING BBQ LEFTOVERS IN CREATIVE GRILLING RECIPES YOUR FAMILY WILL LOVE

Cheesy Pete Hot Dog + All-beef natural casing hot dogs + Split-top buns + Mac ‘n cheese + Texas Pete Hot Sauce + Bread crumbs (optional) The best hot dogs have that great “snap” when you bite into them. You’ll only find that in hot dogs with natural casings. I love all-beef dogs smothered with creamy Mac ‘n cheese and Texas Pete Hot Sauce. You can get a little extra texture with a topping of bread crumbs.

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BBQ Quesadillas + Flour Tortillas + Pulled Pork + Shredded Cheddar Cheese + Diced Red Onion + Chopped Cilantro FOR THE RANCHERO BBQ SAUCE + ¼ Cup OC Classic Sweet BBQ + ¼ Cup Ranch Dressing + ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper (or to taste) + Mix all three ingredients This is one of my favorite ways to utilize leftover smoked meats, even on the third or fourth day after a party. The melted cheese is a gooey hero, compensating for any drying out that occurred in the meat. My family even gets involved in the cooking, building and stuffing their own quesadillas, adding or subtracting ingredients to match their individual tastes.

The recipe here is for pulled pork quesadillas, but you could also use chicken or chopped beef brisket. For the brisket, Colby-Jack cheese, corn salsa and a spicy crema is amazing!

Simply spread shredded cheese over half the tortilla. Top with pulled pork, red onion and cilantro. Drizzle with the easy to make ranchero BBQ sauce. Fold tortilla.

I love cooking the quesadillas on the grill, over a medium-low direct heat. Don’t turn up that flame or you’ll burn the tortilla before the cheese melts.

Flip when the tortilla toasts and the cheese starts to melt. You can also prepare the tortillas in a frying pan on the stove with a little melted butter.

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Pulled Pork Bruschetta + Pulled Pork + Plain Cream Cheese + OC Classic Sweet BBQ Sauce + Chopped Cilantro + French Baguette (cut into slices) + Olive oil, salt and pepper This appetizer recipe is super simple, yet looks fancy.

Slice the baguette on the bias about ¼” thick.

Brush with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning or just a little salt and pepper. Grill until toasted and allow to cool.

Spread cream cheese on the baguette slices. I like to use whipped cream cheese. Top with a pinch of pulled pork. Warm pork is easier to work with, but the apps can be served cold or at room temperature. Drizzle with barbecue sauce and sprinkle with cilantro.

"P u l led pork, ba ked bea ns a nd mac ‘n cheese ca n be rei magi ned as base i ngred ients for other creat ive gr i l l i ng recipes."

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JULY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

2

9 & 10

30 & 31

CANTON FIRST FRIDAY: CHALK THE WALK

CANTON BLUES FEST

Downtown Canton Arts District

Northeast

PRO FOOTBALL HOF BALLOON CLASSIC

First Friday is a monthly party in

blues fest will be featuring headliner

Enjoy specialty food and beverage

the downtown Canton Arts District,

Ray Fuller and The Bluesrockers on

vendors, musical entertainment and

featuring music, performances, and

Friday night and The Sonny Moorman

children’s activities at the Balloon

visual arts events. This month is

Group on Saturday night. Opening

Classic. Dozens of colorful hot air

themed “Chalk the Walk,” with chalk

acts Eric Brooke's Blues Bordello and

balloons will fly the friendly skies

artists using Downtown Canton as

Ian Penter will take the stage at 9pm

of Stark County! Hot air balloon

their canvas. Find more information

on Friday and Saturday, respectively.

pilots inflate and lite their burners to

Centennial Plaza

Ohio’s

premier

FREE

on Facebook @CantonFirstFriday.

3, 8, 15, 22, 29 CITY OF MASSILLON SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

KSU at Stark/Stark State Campus

today's hits at the Friday Night Glow.

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Then on Saturday evening, stick

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: CANTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

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around for the fantastic fireworks show! For more information, visit

Jackson Amphitheater

Duncan Plaza Amphitheater

See the Canton Symphony Orchestra

Enjoy live music every Thursday

perform Broadway hits live at the

night in the new Duncan Plaza

Jackson Amphitheater on Sunday,

Amphitheater! There will be no

July 18. Doors open 5:30pm with

concert on July 1. Join us instead

concert starting at 7:30pm. For tick-

on Saturday, July 3, as we celebrate

ets and information on the entire

Independence Day weekend with

Summer Concert Series, please visit

an absolutely rocking show and fire-

JacksonAmphitheater.com.

works! Shows will start at 7pm and end around 9pm so grab a bite to eat before, during or after the show!

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SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: GREASE

OLDE CANAL DAYS FESTIVAL

Plaza and the Pro Football Hall of

Centennial Plaza

Downtown Canal Fulton

The

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Olde

Canal

Fame present the Summer Movie

Festival

Series, featuring films outside on

includes rides provided by Bates

the Centennial Plaza screen each

Amusement, food vendors, arts and

Wednesday night throughout the

crafts, a Grand Parade, fireworks,

summer. Admission is FREE, and

entertainment, historical re-enact-

seating is first-come, first-served.

Would you like to get in touch with

ments and rides on The Canal Boat.

VIP packages are available for sale

us? We would love to hear from you!

through the Canton Palace Theatre

Contact us at CityLifestyle.com/

Box Office and include seating and

Canton using the Get In Touch link

popcorn. Movie starts at 7pm.

and let us know what you think.

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The Canton Palace Theatre, Centennial

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WATER & WOODS

Explore National Parks Across the U.S. 3 TOP NATIONAL PARKS TO VISIT NOW

THE

UNITED

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WHICH

ARE KNOWN FOR THEIR NATURAL WONDERS AND UNMATCHED

BEAUTY,

ENCOMPASS

LANDS

THAT

HELPED SHAPE THE HISTORY OF THIS COUNTRY AND HOLD CULTURAL VALUE AND SIGNIFICANCE. The national parks invite us to stretch our imaginations—and our legs—and explore the great outdoors. This list of national parks just scratches the surface of the natural wonders to wonderlands to discover, but it includes three of the most stunning national parks in the United States.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

1.

Rocky Mountain National Park includes majestic mountains, abundant wildlife, incredible hiking trails and so much more. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, riding horses and bikes and enjoying the spectacular views.

Wintertime

brings

cross-country

skiing,

snowshoeing and sledding.

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Located in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains,

2.

Yosemite National Park boasts giant sequoia trees, breathtaking waterfalls, vast meadows and more.

The park is home to unique rock formations like El Capitan, Half Dome and Glacier Point. Gaze in awe at Yosemite’s thousands of waterfalls.

3.

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Yellowstone’s 2.2 million acres include colorful hot springs, awe-inspiring waterfalls, fascinating mudpots, explosive geysers, diverse wildlife and more. It is home to more hot springs and geysers than anywhere else on Earth. The oldest and largest herd of bison in the country lives here.

Hopefully, this list has inspired you to start planning your next adventure.

Whether the mountains are calling, your inner daredevil needs to be satiated or a scenic road trip is in order, America’s national parks are begging to be explored!

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