Where to Get Away from it All (For an Hour)
Got an hour? Stretch your legs and breathe some fresh air at one of these nearby parks!
Taking in summer’s beauty is a fun day trip in the QCA
Outdoor blogger, Teri Stickler and her 4-legged companion, Kaia, hike to the Devil’s Punch Bowl in Wildcat Den State Park. Both recommend this lovely state park in any season.
Neighborhood fireworks are tough on furry friends
For LMQC Outdoor blog-dog, Kaia, the 4th of July is full of bright lights, fun in the park, and – unfortunately – loud noises when the fireworks go off. Here are some things to keep in mind to make such a noisy holiday a little less stressful for the four-legged members of your family.
Off your beaten path: 3 nearby QC parks
Bettendorf, Davenport and Rock Island all have great hidden parks, just waiting to be discovered. Wade Ellett previews them here, for your next nearby outdoor adventure!
Exploring forest and prairie at Illiniwek
Outdoor blogger, Teri Stickler and her 4-legged companion, Kaia, explore forest, prairie and the Mississippi River as they venture through Illiniwek Forest Preserve, located north of Hampton, IL.
Squirrel 1 – Dog 0
Early summer is usually a time for frolicking in the woods – at least that’s what QC Outdoors blogger Teri Stickler thought until her hiking buddy Kaia, suffered a “football injury” while chasing a squirrel.
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