Notes from the Nest

Summer is finally here, which means it’s time to kick back and relax! But with the warmer weather and extra hours of daylight, you shouldn’t stay cooped up in the house watching TV or scrolling through social media. In this article, we’ll give you a list of relaxing things to do outdoors so you can enjoy your summer and have some fun.

We call the destinations that surprise and delight us “hidden gems,” because discovering them feels like uncovering a treasure. It should come as no surprise then that light crowds, scenic views, and awesome activities encourage many to call Jenny Wiley State Park one of Eastern Kentucky’s best hidden gems. Learn more about who Jenny Wiley was and our favorite tips and tricks for camping, hiking, biking, and more in this beautiful park.

Hi WOO Family, Summer vacation has settled upon us like a thin film of sunscreen and a lot of parents are already growing tired of hearing those melancholy strains of,...

Since the dawn of the caveman, humans have had a complicated relationship with fire. Our ape brains have learned (through trial and error) that as long as fire is in a small, contained area, it cannot cause much damage. However, we here at Wise Owl know that humans are also dumb, and make dumb decisions. Hence how wildfires are started, and also how everyone’s favorite shirtless forest creature was created - Smokey Bear. There are 6 general rules of campfire safety, as well as 5 general fire safety rules that we’re going to cover today. (We’ll also add in some great products to have around while you make your fire, so stick around for that!)

Greetings WOO Family, One of Georgia’s smallest state parks is the James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park, located in Summerville, in the northwest portion of the state. The park is...

Every kid should experience the great outdoors at some point, and family camping trips are a top-tier (and cost effective) way to do that. We’re going to go over kid-friendly camping essentials, kid-friendly camping beds, fun things to do outside, easy camping meals for the family, and more - so get your hiking boots on and let’s get going!

Father’s Day is around the corner. Check out our gift guide for Dad!

Blisters are annoying but are one of the most common problems that plague hikers and backpackers. Even the smallest of spots can be painful enough to cut your trip short....

Hi Woo Family,   Summer is almost in full swing and the great outdoors is calling you to come out and play after a long, cold winter. It’s time to...

Hey Woo Family,   As many of you know, we are located in the heart of Middle Tennessee. We wanted to take a minute to highlight one of the state...

Hi Owl’s Nest, Finally, the cold, short days of winter are behind us and the snow in several areas has melted away. While early spring is a very tricky time...

Love it or hate it, we don’t gotta tell y’all that water is the most important thing in our lives. The reality is that most of us aren’t drinking enough water every day by a longshot. Luckily we’ve got some pretty good hydration tips to share with you (as well as some products that may help with treating dehydration) so stick around and learn a little bit about our friend (and lifeline) - H2O!