Here are five hiking and biking trails to check out in Connecticut that also feature fishing, waterfalls and an arboretum.

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How do you know if the water you are swimming in is safe? Here are several places you can check local water sampling results.

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The Angola Prison Rodeo, held at the nearby Louisiana State Penitentiary, offers a glimpse into a tradition that’s as uniquely Louisiana as gumbo. Inmates compete in events like “Guts and Glory” while ...

Old Fort Harrod State Park in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, features a full-scale replica of a 1770s fort. Other attractions include the Mansion Museum, Pioneer Cemetery and the Lincoln Marriage Temple.

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