Outdoor Living
Welcome to our Outdoor Living page where we believe life was meant to be lived outdoors at home and on the road! When we are home, we love to get out and enjoy the beauty of our surrounding Appalachian and Smoky Mountain region including Northeast Tennessee, SW Virginia, and North Carolina. We get outdoors at home by hiking and riding ATV’s. When we hit the road, we enjoy hiking in the National Parks and exploring beaches and cities around the country.
What can you do to get out at home? Have you discovered all the great outdoor spaces in your town and community? Have you taken the kids to explore the local and state parks in your region? We want to inspire you to do just that! Get outdoors in your town and explore the wonders all around you. Go camping or hiking. Rent a boat and enjoy a local lake. There are always great adventures to be found in any town or community in the great outdoors.
The fun doesn’t stop at home. We believe vacations should be adventurous as well as relaxing. Planning road trips around national parks and wonders of the world is our favorite way to travel.
Find inspiration and ideas to help you live outdoors both at home and on the road here at VeraVise Outdoor Living.
Follow even more adventures on our Facebook Page: Outdoor Family Travel
You can also find us in our Smoky Mountains group, Hiking and Outdoor family group, our ATV Facebook Page, and on Pinterest, Instagram, and Twitter.
Best Smoky Mountains Hikes For Kids
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is absolutely FREE to enter making it one of the best US National Parks for a family vacation. The
Why Teton Village Should Be Your Base Camp For Jackson Hole, WY and the Tetons
Luxurious accommodations at Hotel Terra located inside Teton Village
Fantastic food at the Spur Restaurant and Bar in Teton Village
Day trip to visit the quintessential Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Ride on a covered wagon at the Bar T 5 Chuckwagon cookout
Take in the grandeur of Jenny Lake and the nearby Grand Teton Mountain ranges
How Do You Hike With Kids?
Does hiking with kids seem impossible to you? A family hike doesn’t have to be impossible. In fact, we believe getting kids to hike is a worthwhile endeavor. However, like anything with kids, it takes a bit of creative planning and flexibility.
Best Electric Smokers on the Market (2019 Review)
This comprehensive guide will cover the very best electric smokers on the market, the best electric smokers under $200 and $300, and the best portable electric smokers for your RV or camper needs.
Take a Float Trip In Missouri For The Perfect Affordable Family Vacation!
Taking a float trip in Missouri is a summer rite of passage for locals, but you don’t need to live in Missouri to enjoy a float trip in this beautiful state.
RV “Must Have” Accessories You Need For Your Travel Trailer Right Away!
When you first get an RV travel trailer, it can be overwhelming to think about all the RV accessory “must haves” you will need. In fact, it’s impossible to prepare 100% because you learn so much with each RV trip that you are constantly updating your checklists and travel trailer “must haves” list. However, there are definitely a few RV “must have” essentials you need to purchase before your first or any camping trip with your new travel trailer.
8 Thrilling ATV Trails In Tennessee
Tennessee has quickly become known as one of the premier ATV travel destinations in the nation.
Whether you are planning a day trip to a TN ATV trail, a three day weekend, or you want to organize a complete road trip tour of all the ATV Trails in this guide, these are the best ATV trails in Tennessee.
Northeast Tennessee’s Doe Mountain Recreation Area & ATV Trail System
Doe Mountain Recreation Area is northeast Tennessee’s newest and growing ATV trail system. The 8600 acre wilderness area currently maintains 50 miles of trail systems to be used by hikers, ATV/UTV, dirt bikes, mountain bikes, and horses. Located on the northeastern tip of Tennessee in Johnson County, this new ATV trail system in Tennessee is sure to please the most avid ATV outdoor enthusiast.
Think Florida is only for beach lovers? Think again! These 15 Florida ATV Parks & Trails Will Scratch Any Outdoor Enthusiast’s Itch!
Are you looking for outdoor adventures in Florida that don’t involve sweltering in line at a theme park or lying on the beach? Florida has
25 Easy National Park Hikes The Kids Will Love & Beg To Hike Again!
Worried you kids won’t be able to hike the national parks? Here are 25 easy national parks hikes for families that will have the kids begging you go back!
Take a ride on the wild side with an ATV Ride at Bluff Mountain Adventures Pigeon Forge, TN
Bluff Mountain Adventures offers ATV rides in Pigeon Forge for the beginner and the advances ATV rider. This park is a great place for the whole family to experience the adventure of riding an ATV in the smokies. Use this guide to help you plan you trip to Pigeon Forge, TN for a fun time of adventure and mountain play.
Best Wide Toe Box Shoes For Hiking (Updated 2019)
Getting the best wide toe box shoes or wide toe box hiking boots for is crucial. If you suffer from bunions, you need hiking shoes with a wide toe box for optimal comfort.
4 Mind Blowing Arizona National Monuments You’ve Probably Never Heard About, But Should Definitely See!
Arizona has some of America’s most interesting natural and historical treasures. These 4 Arizona National Monuments may not be as well known as the Grand Canyon, but they are every bit as fascinating. Don’t miss taking the family to see these monumental treasures in Arizona.
Best US National Parks For Kids
It’s no secret we love national parks and it is our aim to visit as many of them as possible while our kids are still at home. However, if you have to choose only a few, these 10 epic National Parks in the US are a must do for every family before the kids move out!