Shawna Newman

It’s no secret that our kids spend far less time outdoors than we do. Glued to their digital devices, most kids are more than happy to spend their entire winter vacation in front of a screen. Although the last thing you want to do is fight with your kids over their excessive screen time, research […]

Do you want to train and become better at snowboarding? If so, you need a good balance board for some home snowboarding training. Balance boards are the perfect way to improve your snowboarding skills since balance is a crucial element of the sport. There are also sorts of benefits of balance boards for snowboarding, but

So, you’ve gotten into the growing sport of pickleball and need to find some local pickleball courts where you can play. We’ve got your back. Use this page to find pickleball courts near you – and check back because we regularly update it. The good news is that because this sport is gaining in popularity,

Imagine sailing the vast blue with your furry best friend as your first mate. Sounds like a dream, right? From personal experience, sailing with my dogs has not only been doable but downright delightful. But it’s not an adventure for the uninformed. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor considering a canine companion (pet, emotional support dog,

Ever found yourself tangled in a mess of wires while trying to get your boat’s electronics to play nice? You’re not alone. Enter digital switching, the superhero of smart boating. With a solid NMEA 2000 backbone, systems like MPower let you control and monitor everything on your boat with ease. It’s like giving your vessel

Camping with an emotional support animal? Now, that’s an adventure I’ve got to talk about. Picture this: you, your tent, and your furry friend, all cozied up under the stars. Sounds idyllic, right? But before you pack your backpack and your pet’s favorite chew toy, there’s a bit more to consider than just the scenic

So, you’ve tried stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) on vacay or with your paddle-happy pals and now you’re itching to get your own board to join the cool kids club. Look into the SUP shopping world, and suddenly it’s like, “Whoa, there’s more to this than picking the prettiest board?” Yep, snag a dud board and

Ever walked past that climbing wall at the gym and thought, “What in the Spider-Man wannabe world is that?” or “Is this just rock climbing for people who hate fresh air?” Well, strap in, because we’re about to unravel the mysteries of indoor mountain-goating, also known as bouldering. Before you can say “spandex superhero,” you’ll

So, you’ve got this inflatable paddle board, and it’s been your trusty steed across many a water adventure. Now, the temptation to just prop it up against the wall or let it lounge on a rack like some kind of inflatable diva is real. Easy access for next time, right? Wrong. That’s the paddle board