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TOP TEN HOMES SOLD LAST MONTH IN GILBERT 1. 5874 S GREENFIELD RD...................$2,800,000 2. 1506 E TREASURE COVE DR .........$1,920,000 3. 193 N SKI CT........................................$1,920,000 4. 1783 E CAMINA PLATA CT ..............$1,800,000 5. 3057 E LA COSTA DR.......................$1,726,000 6. 2645 E HUMMINGBIRD WAY .........$1,651,000 7. 3279 E VALLEJO CT..........................$1,600,000 * 8. 2487 E PAGE AVE ..............................$1,600,000 9. 2939 E BONANZA RD......................$1,525,000 10. 418 E BRIDLE WAY ..........................$1,500,000

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JULY 2021 PUBLISHER

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Reset, Restart and Reconnect this Summer

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I think we can all agree that this Summer already feels different. The world is opening

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IT’S

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back up and our community is coming back to life! Typically, when the Summer hits, I’m counting the days until it drops below 90 degrees again, but this Summer, I’m appreciating this sweet slice of Heaven that we have the pleasure to call home.

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In this issue, we’ve shared a few of our favorite Summer activities to help you, your

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family and friends make the most of your time together! Whether it’s venturing off to a

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staycation at a local wellness resort, reinvesting in your health with a local dinner club, planning weekly happy hours or taking an RV trip up the coast, we’ve got you covered.

Plus, we even have a special appearance by our very own Jae Crowder from the Phoenix Suns! Yes, Mr. Crowder hung out downtown Gilbert with us just for this issue! Gilbert is becoming quite the place if you ask me.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2021 FEATURES 12 The Bossmann Has Arrived!

Phoenix Suns forward Jae Crowder debuts Bossman Active Wear

18 What’s For Dinner Club with Gillean Barkyoumb from Millennial Nutrition “No Recipe” recipes texted right to your phone every week from your local dietitian!

20 Top Cocktails in the East Valley this Summer Your happy hour just got a little sweeter.

24 Get Well this Summer at CIVANA The Arizona, Award-Winning Resort

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Healthy Lifestyle

20 Food & Wine 24 Hot Spot 28 Travel Destination 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Road Trip

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MELANIE NEMETZ, VOTED GILBERT’S BEST REALTOR AND BEST REAL ESTATE TEAM “The East Valley Tribune’s Best of Gilbert” award in real estate is a distinct honor because the public votes who they feel is worthy of the title from the 38,000 local realtors.

The award recipient’s reputations in their field are acknowledged when the voters speak.

Melanie Nemetz, owner of The Melanie Nemetz Team with Keller Williams Integrity First, said “Being recognized in both categories at this level means so much to me after years of serving our clients.

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ARTICLE LYNETTE CARRINGTON | PHOTOGRAPHY TRACY &

TREND SETTER

THE BOSSM A NN H AS A RRI V ED!

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The Bossman Has Arrived!

PHOENIX SUNS FORWARD JAE CROWDER DEBUTS BOSSMANN ACTIVE WEAR.

JAE CROWDER HAS BEEN A KEY INGREDIENT IN THE PHOENIX SUNS’ RECIPE FOR SUCCESS THIS YEAR. The forward just completed his first season with an impressive finish that took the team all the way into the playoffs. Crowder has been a rock for the Phoenix Suns, traversing every square inch of the court from the perimeter to the paint while passing, defending and sinking three-pointers.

Wherever he is on the court, Crowder exudes a big brother-style leadership quality to the younger players and complete devotion to his team. Never taking his proverbial eye off of the prize, Crowder displays a calm and cool, yet stoic demeanor that is straightforward and naturally commanding. Did you miss it? That was Crowder passing the ball so fast that the human eye almost can't see it!

Now, Crowder is switching gears to debut a business that he has been developing since before arriving in Phoenix in 2020. Crowder’s clothing line is coined “Bossmann” after Jae’s court nickname that

Known for his dependability, calm demeanor and lightning fast passes, Jae Crowder is an integral part of the Suns' success.

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THE BOSSMANN HAS ARRIVED! (CONTINUED)

The Bossmann merch look, like Jae Crowder, is cool and chic.

describes him perfectly. Recently Gilbert Lifestyle Magazine got to know Phoenix Suns player No. 99 during a photo shoot and interview that took the Bossmann into the heart of Downtown Gilbert to show some of the cool new pieces in his clothing line.

“I decided to debut the clothing line genuinely, when I felt the time was right,” says Crowder. “Now having a new home with new fans, it’s very fitting to give that to my new fanbase and also show appreciation to my fans who have been a part of my whole journey to date.”

The Georgia native has built his NBA career as a member of the Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat before joining the Phoenix Suns in November 2020. “Moving to a new team during a pandemic on a short offseason presented unique opportunities that I had to go through, and it all paid off and is going well,” he says.

His talent, drive and focus helped propel the Phoenix Suns into the post season. “I’m glad I was a part of breaking the 10-year drought and making the postseason. I’m glad I made the decision to come to Arizona.”

He continues, “Some of my favorite things about the Valley are that first and foremost, work has been going well... The season was good, the transition has been great, and the fans have embraced me and shown me a lot of love.”

Where Crowder is laser-focused and serious about the game while on the court, he also wants to share something special with his fans through his Bossmann line. “Some important things about my clothing line when developing it were for sure style and fit, and also

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Messages of meaning and inspiration are featured on Bossmann merch.

being able to get a message through to my fans expressing my mentality and style through apparel.”

The new line of clothing includes stylish hoodies, sweat suits, socks and more, and blends perfectly with just about anyone’s lifestyle. “I like the fit and coziness of my sweat suits and they’re made from quality materials,” he says.

“The look is clean and fitted, and the messages on the clothing are some of my favorites that I live by.”

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THE BOSSMANN HAS ARRIVED! (CONTINUED)

Although there isn’t a specific date that the Bossmann “merch” will officially drop, it’s coming very soon. He explains, “I’m working on finalizing the timing of this with my main focus being my job and then the playoffs. So, I’m trying to find the perfect balance of it all.”

Crowder is currently working with a few stores in the Phoenix area where he would like to roll out his Bossmann line. His merchandise will also be available on his own website at bossmann.com.

Marketing and getting the word out about Bossmann merchandise will then be the next strategy. “I already have a plan in motion of having all my NBA friends wear the merch and tag all sites on their social media handles to promote and show off the brand,” explains Crowder.

“I have done a handful of photoshoots for magazines while wearing my brand to help promote it and show different pieces in the line.”

Although it may be a bit toasty for hoodies at the moment, Bossmann’s cool track suits and socks are also complemented by the player and designer’s Black Bunny line of sunglasses and accessories that he heads up with the help of his talented cousins and a friend.

Gilbert Lifestyle Magazine was excited to photograph Jae Crowder in and around the Town of Gilbert as he showed off various looks from his line. “I enjoyed the afternoon we spent shooting in Gilbert,” he says. “I was able to see a few hangout spots and also take pictures with some fans while shooting, so that was great. It’s always fun to meet fans.”

Downtown Gilbert shooting locations that embraced No. 99 include Sotol Modern Cocktail Kitchen, Culinary Dropout, SoCal Fish Taco Company and O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery.

Doing a photo shoot incognito only worked for

Scottsdale home. “I definitely can see myself buy-

a few minutes outside of O.H.S.O. Brewery, and

ing a home here,” he says. “Whenever the right

then a wave of enthusiastic fans poured out-

deal presents itself, who knows… I may take it.”

side to cheer on their new Phoenix Suns player

A signature trademark of Crowder is the grati-

as he posed with his whip under the stylish

tude he so graciously shares. He finishes, “I want

iconic lights outside the restaurant.

to say thanks to my family for being on this journey

Crowder

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SO, WHAT’S FOR DINNER? As Gillean from Millennial Nutrition would say, “that’s my least favorite question”.

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we’re also trying to figure out how to find, plan and cook healthy meals for ourselves and our families.

Gillean Barkyoumb is a registered dietitian, mama,

As if most of us don’t already have enough on our

wife, total girl boss and the founder of Millennial Nutrition

plates (no pun intended), whether it’s running our kids

where her goal is to help the woman on the go make it all

to their activities every week, juggling our demanding

work while still putting their health first. In addition to her

career, or just trying to cross ONE thing off our to do list,

other programs like the 21-Day Diet Reset, Gillean recently

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launched her “What’s for Dinner” club where she eliminates meal planning stress for individuals and families every week.

I know…it sounds too good to be true, right? Let me break it down for you.

As a member, you’ll also have access to an online resource library and recipe archive and will be entered to win monthly giveaways, loyalty prizes and exclusive training content from Gillean! Not to mention, you will have a constant stream of leftovers. Who doesn’t love that?

The “What’s for Dinner” club is a monthly subscription that

After a tough year, many of us are feeling inspired to get our health

includes four “No Recipe” recipes sent right to your phone

back on track as our world begins to feel more normal again but

with a grocery list every week. No more searching through

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This local dinner club run by one of our own Gilbert health experts

plant-based, gluten free and kid friendly alternatives. Plus, the

is the perfect first step to prioritizing your nutrition for yourself AND

recipes are designed to overlap ingredients so that you spend less

for your family. And trust me when I say, once you work with Gillean,

on groceries and waste less food. Not to mention you can find

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started my own journey with food years ago and I have no doubt that

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the “What’s for Dinner” club can do that for you too.

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FOOD & WINE

TOP COCKTAILS IN THE EAST VALLEY THIS SUMMER #1 - Hidden House Single Serve Slaps

YOUR HAPPY HOUR JUST GOT A LITTLE SWEETER.

HELLO AND HAPPY SUMMER! If you are searching for some top notch cocktails being served in the East Valley this summer, look no further! I am here to share with you 4 amazing drinks that are not only deliciously refreshing but available at some of our favorite local restaurants.

The first one can be found at The Hidden House located in Downtown Chandler.

They are offering several different cocktails this summer, but my recommendation is the Single Serve Slaps.

It is crafted from Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit & Rose, black tea, lemon oleo, lemon juice, and bubbles. With it’s light and citrusy flavors it is a must try this summer! While there, make sure you ask the bartender how this drink is made...it is a VERY cool process!

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Next on the list is the Blue 32 Whiskey Smash which combines Woodford Reserve Bourbon, fresh lemon #3 - The Sicilian Butcher Amalfi Spritz

& club soda mixed with your choice of strawberry, cherry, or peach from the Blue 32 Sports Grill summer cocktail menu. My recommendation is cherry - this is a delightful concoction that will quench your thirst on one of our smoldering hot days this summer.

With four Blue 32 locations in the East Valley, it will be easy to stop by and enjoy one.

You’ll want to make sure you check out The Sicilian Butcher in Chandler as well. The Amalfi Spritz is my recommendation on their summer cocktail list - not only is it beautiful but this concoction is delicious too. It is made up of prosecco, fiorente elderflower, orchard pear, combier bleu, and Mediterranean tonic.

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HAPPY HOUR FOOD & WINE (CONTINUED)

Last but certainly not least, Bar Viñedo in Queen Creek is offering three cocktail specials this summer and my choice is the “To-Kill-Ya” Old Fashioned with Los Vecinos Espadin mezcal, Rancho Allegre Blanco Tequila, Agave, and Más Molé bitters. This traditional cocktail with it’s unique twist is a great way to cool down this summer. Enjoy this with your dinner at Bar Viñedo or while enjoying one of their fantastic food specials during happy hour!

I hope that you will stop by one of these amazing places and take part of their summer cocktail menu, these are drinks you don’t want to miss. If by coincidence you see me there, stop by and say hello!

Enjoy your summer, cheers!

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I THINK MOST ARIZONIANS CAN AGREE THAT WHEN SUMMERTIME HITS, WE’RE ALL EAGER TO GET OUT OF TOWN OR AT THE VERY LEAST, MIX UP OUR NORMAL ROUTINE. In my opinion, staycations are a great way to do it and trust me, we’ve tried our fair share of Arizona resorts.

We wanted to make the most of this trip and agreed to immerse ourselves in all four of the pillars.

So as soon as the weather started to change, my hus-

We started with movement. CIVANA has a robust class

band and I decided to kick off the Summer with a short,

schedule ranging from gentle yoga to morning meditations

local getaway. But after coming out of the last year, we were

to water aerobics and aerial yoga (my personal favorite).

craving something a bit different. We wanted to find a place

The classes were incredible (and most of them included),

that we could unwind, reset, reconnect and be still.

and we truly felt our bodies come back to life. It was a beau-

That’s when I remembered reading about CIVANA.

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resort that offers a unique experience for those looking to get

As if the variety of classes didn’t already make the expe-

away and focus on being well. Something we are all in need

rience well worth it, the spa may have sealed the deal. The

of right now. The experience at this small slice of heaven

aesthetic is soft, relaxing, and bright, allowing you to feel

is based on four pillars: Movement, Spa, Nourishment

energized the moment you step through the door. They offer

and Discovery. This sounded exactly like the kind of place

traditional services like massages and facials, but they also

we were looking for, so we set out to experience all that

offer unique experiences like the Aqua Vitality circuit and

CIVANA had to offer.

Reiki. My favorite part without a doubt was my reiki session

The moment I arrived on the property; I knew that this

and reading in the upstairs relaxation room. I truly felt a

was a special place. There’s an energy there that’s hard to

whole new wave of energy fill my body and it hasn’t left me

compare to anything I’ve personally felt before. You instantly

since. Self-care can be a powerful tool.

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onsite restaurants, Seed and Terra’s,

exercise, this is also your place. If you

you’ll feel energized all day long. From

aren’t sure what it looks like yet for you,

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the impeccable service at Terra’s (say

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hello to Ricco for me – he was truly the

into us after the last year and as the

best), you’ll be in heaven.

world opens back up, CIVANA is the per-

Everyone’s definition of wellness is

fect place to recenter, reset and restart.

different, but what I love most about

I may or may not have booked another

CIVANA is it caters to whatever that

staycation there a few days after leav-

looks like for you. If wellness is sitting

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by the pool with a spicy margarita,

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THE GREAT

MIGRATION LEARNING TO LIVE LIKE A NOMAD

THEY SAY MOST OF US WILL LIVE WITHIN 18 MILES OF THE PLACE WE WERE BORN. I would say this is true looking at most of our close family. On my wife’s side, most of her aunts, uncles and cousins live in proximity from each other. The same goes for my family. When asked recently about the reasons we stay near each other the main answer is always being close to family, the second is because we like the safety and comfort of familiar surroundings.

This may hold true for most of our families. My branch of the family tree does not appear to stay in one place for

ancestors migrated from the north of France in the 1700s to earn

very long. My family’s

a living fishing and sailing on the St-Lawrence. Part of our family helped settle and open the Saguenay area in northern Quebec. The others migrated to Massachusetts during the industrial revolution and now live mostly in the Lowell area.

Isolated for the better part of the last eighteen months within the confines of our home during the last pandemic, we could not wait to hit the road and escape given the opportunity. The freedom of being on the road, seeing vast new vistas and getting some fresh air was calling. This opportunity came after our daughter graduated college in the spring and landed a job in Spokane, Washington.

We were soon faced with a challenge: how do we get our daughter, two kittens, a small subcompact car, and half a small studio worth of furniture, books, and tchotchkes from Gilbert, Arizona, to Spokane, Washington, safely and within a reasonable budget. Our audacious child announced immediately that she would drive the CONTINUED >

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“ H AV I N G A N E T WO R K O F S E RV I C E C E N T E R S T H R O U G H C R U I S E A M E R I C A C E R TA I N LY TA K E S A L O T O F T H E S T R E S S O U T O F A D V E N T U R I N G W I T H A R V.”

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small subcompact the nearly 1400 miles to her new

of the vehicle’s operation is simple, driving what is

life with the kittens, house plants, and boxes in tow.

essentially a small moving van can be daunting for

Raised as latchkey kids, we have tried to let our

someone who is not used to it. Better do a practice

children find their own way without us getting

drive to make sure you are comfortable maneuvering

involved in their decisions - a sort of “free-range par-

it. Oh…and did we mention waste management?

enting” if you would - if it did not involve limiting or

Dumping, as it is known, is something you will need to

self-destructive behavior, we were fine with it. This,

familiarize yourself with. Not for the faint of heart but

we felt, would definitely fall in the second category.

something that gets easier with practice.

After comparing different typical scenarios - flying

Overall, the trip was quite an adventure. Using the

out, renting a truck, shipping, we came up with a

RV as a base camp made our daughter’s transition

different option. Why not rent a recreational vehicle

very trouble-free. Having a network of service centers

for the trip? A good compromise, we thought. It is

through Cruise America certainly takes a lot of the

the same size as a rental truck, would carry all our

stress out of adventuring with a RV. Need roadside

boxes and house plants, the kittens could roam and

assistance or have questions about the RV, help is just

stretch if necessary, and our adventurous daughter

one phone call away.

would drive her car while still being able to take a break occasionally.

Having absolutely no experience driving or operat-

settlers travelling through the same plains and valleys

ing a RV, we relied on a company well known for their

in a chuckwagon. How they did what they did is just

wrapped vehicle – Cruise America. The staff imme-

mindboggling. Some of the sights are breathtaking

diately put us at ease and helped us figure out the

but having to travel for months over uneven ground

best options for our trip. The online portal provided

and dirt trails with your family carrying your belong-

the basic operation instructions for the vehicle and

ings, food, and livestock is no easy feat.

some practical advice on how to prepare for the trip.

We will need to go back to spend more time visiting

The standard size RV we picked was perfect. We

some of the areas we drove past on our way. Bryce

had plenty of room in the cargo area for all the boxes,

and Zion are just incredible places to hike, the Great

luggage, and furniture. The built-in fridge, microwave,

Salt Lake basin was surrounded by peak after peak

and stove saved us time and money since we did not

covered in snow, spending the night camping on the

need to stop for food and snacks along the way. With

Oregon Trail near Pocatello without dying from the

ample room to move about, places to sit, stretch, and

Dysentery just made me smile.

sleep, everyone had a chance to rest and this cut down our lodging cost by half.

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Driving through Utah, Idaho, Montana, and Washington, I could not help but think of the original

Our biggest regrets were not having enough time to visit larger national parks like Yellowstone or the

This is not to say that there are some challenges.

Glacier National Park, those are on our bucket list

Having to plan and figure out the logistics of parking

now. It is ok though; we have family up there now. We

a 25-foot-long vehicle requires a few tries. While most

can always find some reasons to visit…

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THU-SAT

SEND THEM BACK TO SCHOOL WITH A SMILE!

FREAKY FRIDAY

JULY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

The Hale Theatre, 4pm and 730pm

When an overworked mother and her

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intrigued by the styles, trends, and you won’t want to miss your chance to peruse these annuals.

SUNDAYS COMMUNITY YOGA

Uprooted Kitchen, 830am

Reset for the week ahead with Rooted in Community Yoga Project every Sunday. The class is donation based for our community and donations of $5-$10 are encouraged. This is a great way to connect to your body and your community every week!

Medical

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Plus, you can stop at Garage East for their breakfast wine after class!

3 ARIZONA SUNRISE SERIES Freestone Park

Join us as we continue the 8th Annual Arizona Sunrise Series with our fourth leg at Freestone Park! This event features a 5K distance and is limited to 600 participants. The Arizona Sunrise Series serves as a fundraiser for St. Mary's Food Bank.

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ROAD TRIP

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

THE

UNITED

STATES’

NATIONAL

PARKS,

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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