Author: Ms. R.

Nestled in Atlanta, Georgia, inside a dense and enchanting bamboo forest, rests a treehouse hideaway that was once only the dream of its creator. Inspired by the treehouses of her youth, Kara O’Brien was immediately struck with a vision to create something magical in this space. Using her experience, O’Brien set out to design a treehouse that sprouted from the forest floor using only sustainable materials such as reclaimed wood and other salvaged goods. Originally intended as a personal……

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The parking lot for Omaha‘s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium commemorates an important part of baseball history. The former Johnny Rosenblatt Stadium once stood at this location from 1948-2012 and hosted the College World Series from 1950-2010. Local organizers reclaimed seats, benches, bricks, and even part of the scoreboard from “The Blatt” to construct a miniature ballpark to memorialize the stadium— a stadium where many professional baseball legends played on their way to the major leagues.  The ballpark is……

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Alligator Gorge is located in Mount Remarkable National Park, part of the Southern Flinders Ranges in South Australia. This picturesque, ochre ravine can dry up in the summer months. As time has passed however, Alligator Creek has eroded through the softer rock in the mountain and created this magnificent gorge. Walking among and above the narrowly-spaced cliffs is an exhilarating experience. It’s believed that the gorge is named after a local Aboriginal shepherd named Ally, who contributed greatly to……

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In a state that averages over several inches of rain in some places, it’s no wonder that one of the oldest businesses in Tasmania specializes in umbrellas. The Old Umbrella Shop in Launceston has been operating nearly continuously in its current location for over 100 years. Originally established as R. Schott & Son, the shop was opened by Robert Schott, an umbrella maker from Melbourne in 1907. Although umbrellas were his specialty, Schott began crafting souvenirs after being dismayed by the number of……

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At the top of the 3,344-foot Okemo Mountain outside of Ludlow, Vermont sits a 60-foot tall fire tower, open to anyone who dares to climb its steep steps for a panoramic view of the surrounding Green Mountains. In the wintertime, one can see at least seven surrounding ski areas from atop the tower. The summer viewing brings a sea of green. And of course, the fall foliage is a wonder to behold in all directions. In 1910, Vermont granted……

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