Get Outdoors

By the time April rolls around, we’re comfortably settling into what’s arrived and what’s ahead for the season. It’s been over two weeks since daylight savings, and as we creep towards the summer solstice, days continue to get longer and warmer. Although April showers bring May flowers (so the saying goes), we also know that the coming season will bring longer periods of sun, giving us the opportunity and desire to get outside for both our physical and mental health. And what better time of year than now to get outside and explore your local terrain—before high temps and during a time of growth and renewal.

In this issue, we hope to build on that desire for renewal and vitamin D by motivating you to get outdoors. On page 25, check out outdoor recreational adventures all across the Susquehanna Valley that include water sports, hiking, golfing, tennis, and more. For a more subdued and serene approach, jump ahead to page 40 to learn about five of the area’s best spots for bird watching.

Worried about what you may take with you on an all-day hiking or outdoor adventure? No need for that—just take it back to Dish It Up on page 19 for high energy and packable lunch and snack ideas for your journey. If packing isn’t your style, then make a pit stop for lunch at our latest Foodie Find on page 16. To bring your connection to the great outdoors full circle, don’t miss your chance to love the environment by switching your products to refillables. Learn more about this in our People and Places department on page 12.

No matter your approach to getting outside, we hope you enjoy all things that spring has to offer, and we hope you enjoy our Get Outdoors issue!

Theresa Stoddard Associate Publisher | tstoddard@susquehannastyle.com

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