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What Is ParkScore? Exploring America’s Best Park Cities

What Is ParkScore? Exploring America’s Best Park Cities

If you’ve ever wondered why some cities feel easier to explore outdoors than others, there’s actually a ranking system designed to measure exactly that. It’s called ParkScore®, and it’s created annually by the Trust for Public Land—a nonprofit organization focused...

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San Diego Strolls: Shelter Island Offers Boats, Birds & SEALS

San Diego Strolls: Shelter Island Offers Boats, Birds & SEALS

Grab the San Diego deck and pull out the Shelter Island card. This story delves into this man-made island, where I often go to wait for my Naval husband's ships to return to San Diego. -- When my husband returns...

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Looking for the perfect wedding favor? Choose a local adventure gift

Looking for the perfect wedding favor? Choose a local adventure gift

Looking for unique wedding favors for out-of-town guests? Discover why couples are gifting local adventure decks that help guests explore the city, create memories, and stay connected long after the wedding ends.

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San Diego Strolls: A Salute To Naval Training Center Park

San Diego Strolls: A Salute To Naval Training Center Park

Grab the San Diego deck and pull out the Liberty Station & NTC Park card. More tips and tricks for visiting this happening spot is detailed below. -- When most people think of Liberty Station, they envision covered walkways packed...

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Environmental Stewardship Across Religions: Why Caring for the Earth Is a Shared Value

Environmental Stewardship Across Religions: Why Caring for the Earth Is a Shared Value

Often, when I step outside, the noise fades, my shoulders drop, and something in me softens. Maybe it’s the way sunlight filters through trees; the sound of flowing water; the visuals of slowly passing clouds; the rhythm of my footsteps...

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San Diego Strolls: Historical, Pleasant & Pragmatic Spanish Landing Park

San Diego Strolls: Historical, Pleasant & Pragmatic Spanish Landing Park

Open your San Diego deck and pull out the Harbor Island and Spanish Landing card. While Harbor Island offers a front-row seat to the bustling bay, Spanish Landing is a quiet spot--even on weekends--perfect for those seeking to escape crowds....

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Why Kids Are Bored—And How Outdoor Adventure Fixes It (Without Screens)

Why Kids Are Bored—And How Outdoor Adventure Fixes It (Without Screens)

If I ever told my mom, “I’m bored," she'd reply: "Go outside and play."  But at that time, I lived in a rural, relatively safe environment. Fast forward to today, I live in a downtown area bustling with unsettling activity,...

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San Diego Strolls: The Bay To Park Paseo Tour

San Diego Strolls: The Bay To Park Paseo Tour

In 2024, San Diego and Tijuana were selected for the World Design Capital program, a biennial designation recognizing cities that use design to drive social, cultural, economic and environmental development.  As part of that program, there were free walking tours...

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Rediscover Adventure Close to Home (Without Breaking the Bank)

Rediscover Adventure Close to Home (Without Breaking the Bank)

If you’ve filled up your gas tank recently, you’ve felt it—that moment of pause at the pump. Prices seem to climb higher by the week (sometimes by the day!), and for many families, the idea of a road trip or...

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