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Oct 14, 2026
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New Research Shows Why the Best Outdoor Adventures Are Close to Home

You don't need to visit a national park or plan an elaborate vacation to experience the benefits of nature. A new nationwide survey reveals that most Americans connect with nature close to home—in their backyards, neighborhood parks, and local trails. Discover what the research tells us about everyday outdoor experiences and how The GO Deck makes exploring nature in your own community easier.

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Oct 13, 2026
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San Diego Strolls: There's a New Ship in Town

When my husband returns to Naval Base San Diego by sea, there's a good chance you'll find me at Shelter Island, scanning the horizon. On October 9, however, this homecoming was a little different. The USS Robert Smalls (CG 62),...

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Oct 07, 2026
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San Diego Strolls: The Chickens of Seaport Village

There are certain sounds I expect to hear while walking through Seaport Village: gulls calling overhead, jet skis darting across the bay, music drifting from shops and restaurants, and the constant murmur of people enjoying this waterfront area. Clucking wasn't...

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Oct 01, 2026
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San Diego Strolls: In Praise of Planters and Patio Plants

I've been paying more attention to the large plants downtown like jacarandas and palms, but lately, my eyes have been drifting a little lower. As I started my walk to the post office, I first observed the planters outside an...

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Sep 29, 2026
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Getting Kids Outside: Motherhood, Entrepreneurship & Building The GO Deck

Our founder Deanna Ratnikova recently had the chance to join Charlie Pankey on Sierra Rec Now for his Built Outside series. They talked about the story behind The GO Deck, but also about so much of what came before it—motherhood,...

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Sep 23, 2026
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San Diego Strolls: Mixing Exploration Afoot with Public Transportation

At 1st Avenue & Broadway, I hopped on Route 11 and headed north into Bankers Hill, then Hillcrest, and finally University Heights. As soon as the bus turned onto Adams Avenue, I requested a stop and disembarked to meet a...

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Sep 16, 2026
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A Closing Gift Clients Will Actually Use: The GO Deck for Real Estate Professionals

Buying a home is about more than getting the keys. For many buyers, it marks the beginning of a new chapter: a new neighborhood, a new commute, new routines, and a whole new list of places waiting to become their...

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Sep 10, 2026
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San Diego Strolls: Beat The Heat & Still Enjoy Some Nature

With the recent heat, I’ve been spending more time inside my downtown San Diego apartment or at coffee shops, observing the city through windows versus walking through it. Though the landscape is decidedly urban, I am frequently surprised by fluttering...

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Aug 23, 2026
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San Diego Strolls: Name that Palm

Until I moved to San Diego, I thought a palm tree was, well, a palm tree. But the longer I lived here, I began to notice differences. When I made a switch from riding my bike everywhere to walking more...

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