camping

Want to get out and and make the most of summer this year?We've got 21 adventures you need to put on your bucket list to enjoy the warmer months in New York.

Warmer weather means mosquitoes will be back all over New York State. Keep them away when you plant one, or all, of these 11 plants in your garden.

It's camping, but with many of the amenities you'd find at home. Comfort camping I suppose you could call it.

Have you ever played disc golf? There are many places across New York State that you can play. How many courses are there?

There are so many great places to camp in Upstate New York. Thanks to a new survey, one is getting some national praise.

Ah, the great outdoors! There are very few things more invigorating than going for a hike or sleeping under the stars. No matter what your favorite outdoorsy activity might be, it’s a good idea to pack a sleeping bag so you can stay cozy on your camping trip. Or if you’re more of the indoorsy type, you’d still benefit from having a sleeping bag on standby just in case you get invited to a sleepover! Whatever the occasion might be, take a look at these eight sleeping bags with stellar Amazon reviews!

As the temperature drops and the leaves start to turn beautiful colors, it’s time to gather ‘round the fire pit. They’re one of the coziest additions to an outdoor space and a great way to make the most of chilly autumn evenings. Whether you're toasting marshmallows, camping or just having an evening get-together with friends, having a warm fire pit will make everything better. I’ve put together a list of some of the top-rated fire pits available on Amazon because if you can’t build your own fire pit, store-bought is fine!

There is still plenty of time to go camping. Here are four things that the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation want you to remember when getting that campfire ready:

After all, their motto is hike, swim, play, relax.

There is a hidden forest in Rhinebeck, NY that has 600-acres of land, 6-trails, and a few other surprises instore for all those who enter. Here's more about this hiding in plain site spot: