The Great Lakes Surf Festival answers the question “Can you surf on the Great Lakes?” Spend a day at this annual watersport gathering on Lake Michigan, near Muskegon, Michigan, and fall in love with surfing, SUP and more on the Third Coast! #surfing #openwidetheworld

After a decade away from mountains, I suddenly find myself needing to get in shape for hiking again. Follow along as I train for hiking Rocky Mountain National Park. And maybe learn some new exercises to prepare for hiking yourself, too. And let me know what you are training for! #hiking #openwidetheworld

The best inspirational hiking quotes from modern thru hikers of the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and more. Not the same quotes about hiking mountains seen all over the internet. Lesser known quotes that will inspire you to fall in love with trail hiking all over again! #hiking #openwidetheworld

Thinking of trying kayaking, canoeing or SUP? We share 10 tips for beginner paddlers, straight from Canoecopia, the largest paddlesports consumer event in the world! #canoe #kayak #openwidetheworld

Have you ever watched the Winter Olympics and wondered: where can I try the luge? Is there a place to luge near me? How hard is the luge? The Muskegon Winter Sports Complex in Muskegon, Michigan hosts Learn to Luge weekends every winter, from December through early March. Check out our tips and tricks for your first luge lesson! #luge #openwidetheworld

The Muskegon Winter Sports Complex is a popular winter attraction in West Michigan. The Complex offers “Learn to Luge” weekends, ice skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and sledding. Whether you’re a thrill seeker or more relaxed in your winter activities, check out our complete guide to the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex in Muskegon State Park, where there’s something for everyone! #luge #openwidetheworld

The best hikes in the Midwest! Top day hikes, and even a through-hike, in the Midwestern United States. Trails for hiking families, hard core hikers and solo hikers. All recommended by Midwest hikers! #midwesthiking #openwidetheworld

Can experienced, lifelong camping families enjoy a structured, organized, family campout event? We set out on a 24-hour organized, community camping experience to find out! #camping #campingwithkids #openwidetheworld

Wondering what to expect your first time whitewater kayaking? Looking for tips for beginner whitewater kayaking? Check out our post to make the most of your first white water kayaking lessons! #kayaking #forbeginners #kayakingtips #openwidetheworld

In this guest post, 17-year old first-time camper, Lauren, shares life lessons she learned her first time building a campfire… with just one match! #camping #campfire #lifelessons #openwidetheworld

In this guest post, 16-year old Justin shares his tips to ensure your first camping trip is safe and fun!

In this guest post, hear from 16-year old Dylan about valuable life lessons that come from a major camping milestone: pitching a tent for the first time!