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.
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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.
More than 1000 Miles of ATV Trails Awaits You on the Hatfield-McCoy Trail System!
With more than 1000 miles of ATV trails system to date, the Hatfield-McCoy trail system is by far the most extensive trail system in the US. With trails that crisscross the mountains, forests, and valleys in this rural and largely wild part of the state.
RV Packing Lists For Your First RV Trip
There are things that make camping in an RV a little bit different than tent camping. That’s why having an RV packing list is key to ensuring you don’t forget anything.
Best ATV Helmet For Trail Riding
Are you as confused about which helmet to buy for an ATV as I was when I set out to answer the question, “What is the BEST ATV helmet?” Seriously, exactly how many terms are there to describe a helmet anyway?
Best Wide Toe Box Hiking Shoes & Boots [Updated 2021]
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.
5 Best Kids Hydration Packs On The Market
One key lesson we learned right away is that anything that makes hiking easier for us and more exciting for the kids is worth investing in! After purchasing hydration packs for our kids, we saw a huge improvement in their stamina and overall attitude while on the trail.
8 ATV Trails in Tennessee That Will Blow Your Mind!
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.
Best Minimalist Hiking Boots
Minimalist hiking boots alleviate the pain a stiff hiking boot and give you the comfort of walking barefooted with the protection of a hiking boot.
30+ Camping Meals On A Stick To Break The Weenie Rut
We all know that any camping meal on a stick is going to be a hit with the kids. Roasting weenies is probably up there with trips do Disney for my kids, but sometimes mama doesn’t want another processed meat product on a stick, can I get a witness?
Best Places To Find ATV Rentals in Florida
If you are longing to kick up some dust and do some recreational ATV riding in Florida, but don’t have your own ATV or just can’t haul it with you on your vacation, why not consider an ATV rental in Florida?
How Do You De-Winterize Your RV
Doing “All the things” to get your RV camper ready for the season can be overwhelming for sure. That is one reason why we created RV checklists for each of the processes when it comes to camping in an RV.
20 Keto Camping Meals to the Rescue So You Don’t Have to Cheat This Year
You don’t have to give up on your keto diet just because you are going camping. In fact, camping is one of the easiest forms of travel to maintain a healthy lifestyle because you are in charge of the meal planning and prepping. #keto #camping #mealplanning #campingmeals
How To Store An ATV Outside
If you absolutely have to store your ATV outside, it’s important to know a few things in order to protect your ATV both in the winter and throughout the rest of the year. #atvriding #atv #outdoorliving
Must Have Travel Trailer Accessories You Need 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.
Is It Cheaper To RV Or Stay In Hotels?
If you’ve ever wondered if RV camping is cheaper than a week in a hotel, then you and I have