Over the river and through the woods to the cypress swamp we go!Only a 3 hour drive from St Louis. Hidden away in Southern Illinois is one of nature’s masterpieces. Stroll the boardwalks, hike or take a canoe or kayak through the mysterious Cache River Wetlands, designated as a “Wetlands of International Importance.” Come learn […]
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Skin Care Tip
Good skin care is not about the newest ingredient discovery or best new laser treatment. It is all about consistent, long-term maintenance. Beautiful skin at 40, 50, or even 70 is a little about the genes you received from your grandmother and a lot about moisturizing, sunscreen, and my personal favorite – exfoliation. If you […]
Amazing Waterfalls of Shawnee Forest Country
Visit the forest during the right conditions (wet weather) and you can chase waterfalls all day long and even all weekend long if you have more than one day to explore. Many of the waterfalls are easy to get to but some of the hidden gems may take a little bit of hiking. For more […]
Winter Skin Care Tip
Regardless of where you live, by January our skin is feeling the effects of the super dry climate of Colorado or the overheated buildings of St Louis. These effects include itchy backs and dry arms and legs. Replacing your skin’s natural moisture factor helps hold in the water and relieve irritation. The heat is on […]
Take the Shawnee Challenge
Shawnee Challenge is a self-supported, no time limit, complete at your own pace outdoor endurance challenge consisting of hiking and mountain biking or solely hiking or solely mountain biking. Participants sign up for the challenge for free at ShawneeChallenge.com, record the challenge with their favorite activity recording app (such as Map My Ride, Strava, Gaia, […]
Benefits of Vitamin C For Our Skin
Albertini International Skin Care – Booth 220
Is Your Student Getting the Most Out of Their Study Time?
Study Tips:● Organize your study space● Limit distractions● Take frequent breaks● Organize study groups with friends● Plan your study time for each subject● Snack on brain food Learning Styles:● Auditory● Visual● Kinesthetic/TactileIt’s helpful for your child to know their learning style so they can use techniques to make their study time more efficient and beneficial.Tips […]
College Planning
For seniors, life can be pretty hectic in the fall. There are so many deadlines and important tasks to complete. Here’s a quick checklist to help keep seniors and parents on track! ● Create a college list ○ Plan to visit each in person or virtually● Create a calendar to track important dates & deadlines● […]
WINE GARDEN NEWS
ENJOY FALL FUN WITH MISSOURI WINE Looking for a fun activity? Fall foliage will soon be at peak viewing. Why not check out the scenery, enjoy some award winning wines and listen to live music at our Exhibiting Wineries. Check individual websites for musical lineups and further information. Serenity Valley Winery1888 County Rd 342Fulton, MO […]
Hot Mama Supreme Mac and Bacon
This recipe is from the winners of the Inspired Chef Competition, Nicole and Kaliyah Pace. Enjoy! 6 slices of bacon crispy2T unsalted butter1 small diced onion1 small red pepper diced1/4C flour1 can evaporated milk1/2t paprika2 T sriracha1/2 t dry mustard8 oz sharp smoked cheddar8 oz mac1/2 c panko bread crumbs Fry the bacon and remove […]