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Kansas City opens what it calls 'the world's first museum dedicated to barbecue' on April 12.
Museum of BBQ
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New museum honors the sizzling world of BBQ
The self-proclaimed 'world's first museum dedicated to barbecue' opens in Kansas City, Mo., on April 12, giving visitors a chance to learn about the different types and regions of barbecue nationwide. Step through the entrance at the new Museum of BBQ, which resembles the oversize door of a Southern Pride smoker, and enter the passionate world of barbecue. The museum's first five installations — Meat, Rub, Wood and Fire, Smoke, and Sauce — have interactive exhibits and activities to show visitors how meat becomes barbecue. Here, you can learn how to identify butcher cuts as you assemble a pig puzzle in the Meat room, play a spice-guessing game in the Rub room, and learn all about the types of smokers and wood in the Wood and Fire room. Then learn about regional barbecue variations in installations that cover the history, culture, and barbecue style found in the Carolinas, Memphis, Texas, and Kansas City. Stop in the gift shop on the way out to stock up on barbecue sauces, rubs, snacks, and tools (from meat claws to burger presses). Then go out for a bite to eat — the city has more than 100 barbecue restaurants. Admission is free for 3 and under, $12.36 (including taxes) for ages 4 and older.
Patagonia's Big Water Foul Weather Kit was created from a collaboration between Patagonia and Hawaii's Polynesian Voyaging Society.
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Boating wear for wet conditions
It's the season to get back on the water for boating adventures, but changeable weather conditions can make for challenging spring outings. Patagonia's super-durable Big Water Foul Weather Kit can keep you dry and protected during even the gnarliest weather, but packs down small so you can tuck it into a nook in your boat when you don't need it. The jacket and bibs combo were created from a collaboration between Patagonia and Hawaii's Polynesian Voyaging Society, meaning they're built for open-water adventures. They're also made with 100 percent post-consumer recycled materials, including recycled fishing nets, and have high-visibility patches in key spots. The adjustable bibs have reinforced abrasion-resistant material in the seat and knee areas, Velcro straps at the bottom of each leg make for a tight fit around your ankles or boots, and there are two zippered pockets on the upper bib (one with a key clip). The jacket has a stowable hood (that's cinchable around the visor area), a high collar with a microfleece liner and an offset zipper to protect your face from chafing, and slightly tapered arms with internal wrist gaskets to keep out water. It also has two micro-fleece-lined handwarmer pockets (make sure you close the protective flap when not using pockets so the pockets don't get wet) and two zippered chest pockets. Cinch an internal sleeve at the bottom-inside area of the jacket for a more secure fit and to help block out wind and water. Jacket $650, bibs $550.
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Travel + Leisure
3 days ago
- Travel + Leisure
REI Has Unbeatable Father's Day Gifts Starting at $4—Shop the 40 Best Picks From Vuori, Patagonia, and More
Father's Day is just weeks away, and if you're struggling to find the perfect gift for your dad or father figure, REI is a great place to start. As usual, the site is well stocked with travel gear and outdoor essentials at any price point, so whether you're shopping on a budget or in a position to splurge, rest assured, there's something for everyone. In need of a little inspiration? As someone with a notoriously hard-to-shop-for dad, I've done the digging for you, scouring the depths of REI to uncover the 40 best gifts worth snagging for your loved one. Here, you'll find a wide array of options across price points, with standout picks under $100, $50, $25, and even $10. I won't divulge which ones I'm getting for my dad (that's for him to find out!), but with prices starting at just $4, you'll have no trouble finding something that suits your dad's interests. Brands like Vuori, Merrell, and Patagonia all have plenty of gear for $100 and under that your outdoorsy dad will love, whether he needs a fresh pair of hiking boots or a few trail-ready essentials. At $68, the Vuori Men's Kore Shorts are sure to be a hit for both vacation wear and everyday adventures, and they'll pair perfectly with the $55 Patagonia Men's Capilene Cool Daily Graphic T-shirt, which is super soft and made for travel. Looking for something more functional? You can't go wrong with the $65 Osprey Daylite Pack—it's just the right size for trail days and sightseeing excursions alike. Vuori Men's Kore Shorts, $68 Reef Men's Cushion Bonzer Flip-flops, $60 Osprey Daylite Pack, $65 Merrell Men's Moab 3 Stitch Hiking Shoes, $90 (originally $120) Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles, $100 PrAna Men's Stretch Zion Standard Pants, $98 Patagonia Men's Capilene Cool Daily Graphic T-shirt, $55 REI Co-op Big Haul 28 Duffel, $100 Cadence Sun Set, $58 Peak Design Medium Shell Camera Cover, $55 For under $50, you'll find some of the best gifts in the comfy footwear and travel accessories department this Father's Day. The shopper-loved Birkenstock Men's Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals are just $50 and versatile enough for everything from beach days to city strolls—not to mention, they're endlessly comfortable. If your dad struggles to keep his luggage organized, the Cotopaxi Cubos Del Dia Packing Cubes (also $50 for a trio) will be a game changer. And for keeping cords, chargers, and tech essentials tidy, the $30 Osprey Transporter Powerhouse Travel Pouch is another smart pick. Birkenstock Men's Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals, $50 Cotopaxi Cubos Del Dia Packing Cubes Set of 3, $50 Sherpani Rio Passport Wallet, $40 Osprey Transporter Powerhouse Travel Pouch, $30 (originally $45) Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Traveler Pillow, $50 Hydro Flask Coffee with Flex Sip Lid, $35 Thule Subterra Powershuttle, $32 Cocoon Ultralight AirCore Pack Pillow, $35 Nite Ize RunOff Waterproof Phone Pouch, $35 CTR Boonie Hat, $25 (originally $32) REI is bursting with affordable gifts under $25 for your favorite traveler, and from organizational hacks to comfort essentials, these are the travel must-haves he wouldn't buy for himself but will be happy to have. The Osprey Ultralight Stuff Waist Pack is a handy accessory for sightseeing and long travel days, and at $23, it leaves wiggle room in your budget to snag him something else on the list. The Matador Blackout Sleep Mask and Earplugs will help him actually get some rest on his next long-haul flight—plus, they pack away neatly when not in use. Even the ultra-handy Swiss Army Classic Knife clocks in at just $24 and makes for a timeless, practical gift. Osprey Ultralight Stuff Waist Pack, $23 (originally $30) Matador Blackout Sleep Mask and Earplugs, $25 Osprey Luggage Customization Kit, $23 (originally $30) Chums Bandit Bi-fold Wallet, $17 Gerber Driver Keychain Tool, $16 Nite Ize Hitch Phone Anchor + Tether, $15 Hydroflask Outdoor Tumbler, $25 Matador Pill Canister, $20 Chrome Kadet Organizer, $25 Swiss Army Classic Knife, $24 If you're shopping on a budget for Father's Day this year, REI's under-$10 travel essentials are nothing to turn your nose up at. 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Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Miami Herald
It's Raining, You're Camping-Now What?
You can control many elements when vacation planning but the weather's not one of them. For my first solo camping trip, I would have dialed up days in the 80s with sunshine and a light breeze. Instead, I faced steady drizzle punctuated by torrential downpours with nighttime temps just above freezing. Here's how I made the most of my road trip between two of the Northeast's great mountain regions when Mother Nature delivered late fall instead of mid-spring. The writer's accommodations were hosted. All opinions are her own. The fundamental scout mott0 – be prepared – meant that I checked the forecast. And the news was grim. So I needed to adjust my packing. Out went the bug spray, high SPF sunscreen and bathing suit. Instead, I retrieved my winter clothes from storage, packing the following essentials: Lightweight Cuddl Duds long underwearZip-up Patagonia fleeceWaterproof LL Bean hooded jacketSmartWool hiking socks Once I knew I'd be (relatively) comfortable, I set about adjusting my activities for the trip. My trip wasn't a total washout because the Berkshire and Adirondack mountain regions are established vacation destinations with dozens of attractions. Once I wrapped my head around the fact that I wasn't going swimming or roasting s'mores, I filled my days with fun and my belly with the area's great food. I monitored the forecast closely and when damp pockets opened up between drenching downpours, I headed outdoors for some short hikes, being careful to watch my footing on slippery rocks and muddy trails. Here are my top picks for rainy day camping fun in the Berkshires and Adirondacks with sunshine alternatives if you get luckier than me! Hike to Bash Bish Falls A 20-minute hike from NY's Taconic State Park crosses the Massachusetts border and ends at the Commonwealth's highest waterfall. The final cascade of Bash Bish Falls plunges 60 feet into a crystal clear pool ringed by dramatic boulders. The ascent to the falls is uphill on a wide, rocky trail. If the Weather's Sunny: Longer hikes to the falls are accessible from NY's Taconic State Park and MA's Bash Bish FallsBike the recently repaved 3.6-mile section of the Harlem Valley Rail Trail in Copake FallsPedal boats and kayaks are available for campground guests at Spacious Skies Woodland Hills Flower Power at the Berkshire Botanical Garden I seek out public gardens when traveling to get inspiration for my own yard. The Berkshire Botanical Garden in Stockbridge, MA, is a petite gem with trails winding through classic rose gardens and whimsical topiary installations. They were having a plant sale when I visited. I scored a cardoon plant – a spiky exotic with purple artichoke-looking flowers. And it was only $5. If the Weather's Sunny: Spacious Skies promotes a Spring Bloom trail linking its campgrounds. Pick a bouquet of local wildflowers such as Queen Anne's Lace, Bee Balm and Wild Blue Phlox to brighten your The Wild Center, a 115-acre, science-based nature exhibit with treetop bridges, playgrounds and a music-filled forest. Tour The Mount In 1902, author Edith Wharton designed The Mount, a grand European-style estate in Lenox, Massachusetts. She resided there for ten years, composing many of her most famous works from her bed, including Ethan Frome and The House of Mirth. She was the first woman awarded both the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and an honorary doctorate from Yale. Separate tours of the house and garden are included with admission. Seasonal ghost tours are popular, requiring a separate fee and reservation. If the Weather's Sunny: The woods at The Mount are meticulously maintained and feature outdoor sculptures worth Berkshires are home to the world-famous Tanglewood summer festival and Shakespeare & Company theater performances. They're less than 15 miles from Spacious Skies Woodland Skies Adirondack Peaks campground is an hour north of the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, featuring a full summer schedule of concerts, dance, comedy and an annual jazz festival. Fort Ticonderoga – It's Revolutionary! Much of the action during the Revolutionary War happened in the region between the Berkshires and the Adirondacks, including the pivotal Battles of Saratoga in 1777. As America approaches its 250th birthday, historical sites are featuring special exhibits and programs. Fort Ticonderoga was seized by Ethan Allen, Vermont's Green Mountain Boys and America's most famous traitor Benedict Arnold in 1775. Costumed guides explain the fort's history and demonstrate colonial trades like shoemaking and tailoring. If the Weather's Sunny: Boat tours are a fun summer activity in the Adirondacks on both Lake Champlain, which separates NY from Vermont, and Lake George, one of the region's most popular family vacation George has a Six Flags Great Escape amusement and water park and Fort William Henry, which featured prominently in James Fenimore Cooper's The Last of the Mohicans. When it rains on vacation, I don't feel guilty indulging in two of my favorite pastimes: shopping and eating. Bouncing between boutiques, breweries and bistros was a fun way to pass rainy hours. Where to Shop I scored some unique treasures like a monogrammed cutting board from Vermont woodworkers JK Adams. At their Dorset, VT, factory and retail store, you can view the production facilities in action. Here are some of my top spots for shopping near the two Spacious Skies campgrounds where I stayed: MacKimmie Co. in Lenox is the place to go for hard-to-resist throws and a great selection of Frank and Eileen women's head home without pure VT maple syrup from the Sugar Shack. Bonus: They have an interesting, free Norman Rockwell Adirondack gear, camp apparel and a stellar downloadable playlist at Schroon Lake Department Store. Good Eats The dreary weather put me in a comfort food state of mind, so I gravitated towards cozy places with hearty plates like Jackson's Old Chatham House. My favorite discoveries include: The French onion soup and homemade pie are two excellent reasons to visit Pitkin's prime rib sandwich at The Old Heritage Tavern in Lenox was smothered in crispy onion bits and big enough to share, if you get a cup of clam chowder as a find a wide selection of craft beers at Paradox Brewery and solid pizza, too. Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks scheduled a weekend of activities for the Memorial Day holiday, including local food truck 80K Street Plates. Their $25 cold lobster roll was packed full of claw and knuckle meat. I was able to survive and enjoy my first camping trip for several reasons. I didn't stay in a cold, soggy were plenty of rain or shine activities Spacious Skies campgrounds had a fun vibe, despite the weather. Camp Accommodations You can rough it at Spacious Skies campgrounds or enjoy nature from the comfort of your RV. Both the Woodland Hills and Adirondack Peaks sites have multiple lodging options, including tent sites, retro trailers and cabins. I stayed in the Cosmos Cottage, a pet-friendly mobile home in Woodland Hills that comfortably sleeps six and has a stocked kitchen and two full bathrooms. The Cottage comes with complete linen packages, so you don't have to worry about packing sheets and towels. At Adirondack Peaks, my home was a bunk bed in a family yurt that also sleeps six and can accommodate your pets. Fortunately, there was a heating unit since the nighttime temps dropped to near freezing. However, there's no running water or bathroom in the yurt. I carefully planned my evening treks to the nearby bathhouse when there were pauses in the storm. The rhythm of the rain pelting the canvas was very soothing, and I had great sleeps in the yurt. The Spacious Skies concept of building a collection of campsites was launched in 2021. The goal of wife and husband co-founders Ali and Eric Rasmussen was to develop sites with a consistent feel in unique locations. The atmosphere is inclusive and welcoming to all; Spacious Skies is a proud partner of LGBTQ Outdoors and Black Folks Camp Too. My fellow campers included young couples traveling with their dogs and large families kicking off the summer season. One woman I met decided not to sell her 22-foot RV after her boyfriend died. She rented a site at Spacious Skies for the season and plans to commute from her home near Albany for weekends in the woods this summer. The friendly team at the Adirondack Peaks site sent out encouraging texts to guests inviting them to a polar plunge in the pool and an evening screening of The Incredibles in the open-air pavilion with complimentary bags of popcorn. Although I shivered through the movie, I couldn't help but smile. The kids were oblivious to the weather. They raced bikes, squealed into orbit on the massive jumping pillow and happily stomped through puddles. It was heartwarming to see children having fun at play without screens. I'm glad I didn't give up and go home. I awarded myself an imaginary Camping in the Rain merit badge. Will I try it again? Yes, but I'll probably book at the last minute when the forecast is sunny and dry. Read More: Rainy Day at Disney – Tips for Visiting Disney Parks in the Rain The Ultimate Family Camping Packing List Where the Locals Camp: Best Southern California Spots Best Camping Gear Essentials for the Great Outdoors The post It's Raining, You're Camping-Now What? appeared first on She Buys Travel. Copyright © 2025 SheBuysTravel · All Rights Reserved
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Yahoo
Hōkūleʻa's trans-Pacific voyage delayed
HILO, Hawaii (KHON2) — Voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia have delayed their departure from Hilo due to weather conditions. The pair of boats were scheduled to sail out of Hilo on June 2, but they are now scheduled to depart on the morning of June 3 to continue their Moananuiākea Voyage across the ocean. Big Island police investigating overnight shooting The decision to delay the voyage was made by the Polynesian Voyaging Society after they found that the weather on June 3 would be more favorable weather conditions for sailing. Once departed, the boats will visit hundreds of ports and be away from Hawaiʻi for approximately three years. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
