Cary Estes

4 days ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

Waterworks Park provides a fun way to recreate on the Arkansas River, while soon-to-open Boathouse will provide a community hub. By Cary Estes on June 3, 2025 A rendering of the future Boathouse on the Pueblo Riverwalk in Pueblo, CO. The City of Pueblo, CO, is enhancing the watery world created by the Arkansas River flowing through town with the development of two new amenities on The Pueblo Riverwalk. The Pueblo Riverwalk has been attracting locals and visitors alike since it opened in 2000.

1 week ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

From soccer and track to pickleball and horse shows, the region hosts a wide variety of athletic events. By Cary Estes on May 27, 2025 MTSU has 17 NCAA athletic teams, including football. It doesn't matter whether you'd like to participate or just appreciate, there is an athletic activity to enjoy in Rutherford County.

2 weeks ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

The beautiful beaches (and beyond) help make Volusia County a great place for runners. By Cary Estes on May 21, 2025 Two young run in the Racing on the Beach 5K in Daytona Beach, FL. Daytona Beach, FL, is known for offering fun in the sun. But the entire Volusia County region also is a great place to have fun on a run. The same wonderful weather that draws people to the beaches also provides an ideal climate for those who want to hit the ground running.

2 weeks ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

Discover some of the tremendous trails found throughout the state. By Cary Estes on May 20, 2025Arkansas has long been known as The Natural State, a phrase that was added to highway welcome signs nearly 40 years ago. But only a small part of the state's beauty can be seen while driving along the road. Park your vehicle and set out on foot, because hiking in Arkansas is one of the best ways to experience the great outdoors here.

1 month ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

From trail rides to rodeos, horsemanship is a way of life in Idaho's Treasure Valley. By Cary Estes on April 30, 2025 A man works with a horse at Sweet Pepper Ranch near Nampa, ID. The hit TV show Yellowstone has recently introduced many people to traditional Western-style horseback riding. But horse culture is nothing new for the Nampa region, which has long been much more than a many-horse town.