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Fudge lovers rejoice. Some of the best fudge in Montana can be found at the Sweet Palace in Philipsburg. This old-fashioned candy store is not only full of mouthwatering chocolates, candies, and homemade fudge, but it is bursting with charm. So head on over to satisfy your sweet tooth and stock up on great gifts for friends and families. The Sweet Palace is located in the charming downtown of Philipsburg in a lovely restored western building....

In addition to our active community of nature lovers across the USA, we have nature lovers’ groups for all 50 states. Members share their favorite spots and local adventures with us, and we want to pass some of our favorite nature photos along to all of you! These highlight the beauty of the United States – every single state has something special to offer. It certainly is America, the beautiful!...

Everybody knows that Yosemite National Park is one of Northern California’s most iconic spots. This stunning national park is anything but a secret. Although there are certainly some spots of Yosemite that see a lot of crowds, there are just as many spots that few people take the time to visit. For instance, there’s a little-known canyon commonly referred to as the Grand Canyon of Tuolumne, and it’s an amazing region of the park that every nature lover should know about....

Joining a fine group of dedicated locals, Burg’r and Barrel in Johnson City is looking to bring something special to a little corner of East Tennessee. With generations of experience this restaurant is merging the new and the old, history with a modern twist, all well serving up the community. The group that currently runs Burg’r and Barrel consists of the third and fourth generations of the family that has been serving great food made from fine ingredients over the years....

To find the best food in America you’ll need to travel to small towns across the country. While we certainly love what the big cities have to offer, smaller rural areas with family-owned businesses are the true lifeblood of the United States. And that is undoubtedly true in our state. In fact, the most iconic restaurant in Montana is one that’s beloved by both locals and those who visit from around the world....

Sometimes the trendy and new are fun and refreshing, and then there are times when the old-fashioned, tried and true is more of what we’re needing or wanting. For an old-fashioned Christmas in South Carolina, look no further than the small town of Mccormick, located in the upstate area and known for its rich gold mining history. You can even still pan for gold in McCormick! You can also still experience long-time Christmas traditions in this charming small town, such as picking out your tree and a freshly made wreath from a local farm....

Did you know that over the course of WWII over 400,000 members of the German military were kept in the United States as prisoners of war? One of these POW camps was right here in the Great Lake State and you can still see some of the remains today. If you love finding little-known abandoned spots in Michigan, you’ll enjoy exploring this overgrown former POW camp in Allegan, Michigan. On the west side of Lake Allegan on 42nd Street in Valley Township, you’ll find the former location of Camp Lakewood....

If you or your kids love animals, the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is definitely worth a visit. This progressive zoo is devoted to conservation and provides natural habitats for its thousands of animals, making for an educational and exciting day trip. And if you want to get up close and personal with exotic animals, you can even feed the zoo’s lorikeets for a truly unforgettable experience. The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere opened in 1991 and is the ninth-largest zoo by landmass in the country....

The Magnolia State is practically overflowing with amazing restaurants, many of them some of the most famous restaurants in Mississippi. Luckily, a majority of these famous eateries live up to their reputations; here are 12 prime examples: Mary Mahoney’s (116 Rue Magnolia, Biloxi) marymahoneys.com/ Mary Mahoney’s/Facebook From the magnificent fare to the one-of-a-kind setting, a trip to Mary Mahoney’s is sure to be a memorable one. Now a Biloxi landmark, this Mississippi famous restaurant is housed in one of the country’s oldest homes, earning it the nickname “the old French house....

There is something particularly exciting about thrift and antique shopping. Perhaps it is finding that one impossible-to-find item you’ve been searching for. Maybe it’s running across nostalgic trinkets from your childhood that you had forgotten about. Or it may be the fun and often unexpected finds you didn’t know you always wanted. If any of this sounds like you, get ready to explore an enormous collection of treasures old and new at this huge antique store in Southern California that is also a piece of state history....

There’s something magnificent about the concept of a landscape that’s more interactive than expected. Typically, we don’t expect the ground we walk on to make noise at us, but there’s a singing beach in Massachusetts where the ground beneath your feet will actually squeak at you. The aptly-named Singing Beach in Manchester-by-the-Sea is one of the most fascinating places to spend a pleasant sunny day, and it’s one that belongs on your local bucket list....

Here in Ohio, we have some pretty epic playgrounds. One of the state’s largest indoor play structures is something that belongs at the top of your family day trip bucket list. Jungle Junction in Bellevue, Ohio, features a truly amazing indoor playground your kids will absolutely love… and maybe even you too. With more than 60 adventure-based play features and six levels of playground equipment, Jungle Junction is every kid’s dream come true....

If you’re on the hunt for the best seafood in New Hampshire, head to Hampton Beach. No matter what your favorite variety of seafood is, you’ll certainly find it here. Especially in the summer, visitors will be thrilled with the ocean views combined with delicious drinks and unbeatable seafood options. The town is always bustling with people, so it’s an exciting trip to make. Sea Ketch Restaurant Sea Ketch Restaurant and Outdoor Decks/Facebook Sea Ketch Restaurant is right on the beach, so you know you’re going to have a fun and laid-back experience when you arrive....

Winter is such a charming time of year: festive decorations, Christmas music, and quaint sights of fallen snow follow you throughout the entire season. There are also plenty of fun events going on at this time of year, from holiday festivals, to light shows, and more. Here are some awesome things to do in Pennsylvania in December. Go Ice Skating at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia. Delaware River Waterfront/ Facebook Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest is the winter festival that takes place at Penn’s Landing, which is not only a historic site, but a cultural hub in Pennsylvania’s largest city....

Island Park is the ultimate gathering place. There is so much to do in this mountain town from hiking and fishing to visiting Yellowstone National Park that you will want to bring your entire family along. Located in this getaway destination is the true Gathering Place — an animal-themed vacation rental in Island Park, Idaho that provides plenty of space for your entire family. This large home features six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and plenty of amenities to keep your entire family busy and enjoying time with one another....

Weird and wild weather certainly isn’t unusual for Arkansas, but there’s one winter that surpasses the rest of our intense arctic outbursts: the Great Blizzard of 1899. Arkansans have weathered all sorts of record winter storms from ice to snow and everything in between but our great and great-great-grandparents were frozen solid for a long weekend, thanks to the blizzard that shattered previous Arkansas snowfall records. To this day, it remains one of the worst blizzards to ever hit the U....

Did you know that Tonopah, NV is a historic mining town located between Las Vegas and Reno? As a small historic town with a population of around 3000, Tonopah, Nevada was the site of one of the richest booms in the West during the year 1900, with the accidental discovery of gold and silver by prospector Jim Butler. Back on May 19, 1900, Butler picked up an extremely heavy rock to throw at his burro when it went missing....

Close to the Indian River in Melbourne, Florida, is The Mansion, a historic home-turned-restaurant rich in delectable food, good drinks, and a history stretching back to the early 1900s. Though The Mansion has gone through renovations over the years, it still boasts beautiful Victorian-era architecture and history — with a side of modern and delectable cuisine! The Mansion appropriately gained its name from being the site of a three-story Victorian home built in 1903....

The holidays are a holly, jolly time here in Nebraska, and there are endless places to find some holiday cheer. One of the biggest and brightest is in downtown Lincoln. Load the family up into the car, maybe take a bowl of popcorn to share, and take a slow drive through the Drive-Thru Nebraska Christmas Light Show. It’s a Christmastime tradition in many families to pile into the car and drive around looking at the colorful lights....

Today, the small town of Colfax is just another charming central Iowa town, located about half an hour east of Des Moines. It has a population of around 2,200 and has a quiet but thriving retail and dining sector. However, almost a hundred and fifty years ago, this historic town in Iowa was a very different place. It was one of the most bustling towns in all of Iowa, partially due to its success as a mining town....