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How to Practice Leave No Trace Every Day
Avid campers and outdoor enthusiasts know full well what the “ Leave No Trace Seven Principles ” are. Placing an emphasis on responsible traveling practices, this set of rules promotes environmental conservation, especially in the wilderness. Basically, these principles focus on...
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How to Make Yourself a Refreshing Glass of Cold Brew Iced Tea
When it’s hot outside, we often crave a tall glass of something cold and refreshing to quench our thirst. Sodas and juices are good refreshments, but let’s face it, many have too much sugar and carbonation. So, maybe it is time to think of an alternative, have you ever tried...
Flag Day
In the United States, Flag Day is celebrated on June 14th. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened that day by resolution of the Second Continental Congress in 1777. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day. In August 1949, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress. Flag Day is not an official federal holiday, though, on June 14, 1937, Pennsylvania became the first (and only) U.S. state to celebrate Flag Day as a state holiday. It is at the President's discretion to proclaim...