WANT TO TRY SOMETHING NEW THIS WINTER?
Check Out These 3 Unique Activities
Throughout winter, we have the opportunity to participate in many activities that are only possible during this season; skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, sledding, just to name a few. While some people fly south for winter vacations to escape the cold weather, others travel to extraordinary winter destinations right here in the U.S. Plenty of options are available if you’re looking for a truly unique winter experience. Here are three that will leave you with long-lasting memories. SNOWMOBILE TOURS IN ALASKA Alaska is one of America’s hidden gems, filled with unique winter experiences. One of the coolest adventures you can experience is a snowmobile tour. You can hop aboard a snowmobile and ride the same path as the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race or visit some beautiful mountains and glaciers. Many of these tours will lead you right past moose, bears, and caribou as you take in the beauty of Alaska’s environment. SKATING ON MIRROR LAKE AT LAKE PLACID Lake Placid, New York, had the privilege of hosting the Winter Olympics twice, so it’s no surprise they have some amazing cold weather activities to showcase. A truly exceptional experience is skating on Mirror Lake. They have a 2 mile long ice track where you can test your speed. There’s even areas for people to skate freestyle,
play a game of ice hockey, or participate in dog sledding. It’s a beautiful area filled with many winter activities.
ICE FISHING EXCURSIONS IN BRAINERD, MINNESOTA While fishing might be more commonly known as a warm weather activity, you can do plenty of fishing in the winter if you know where to go. Brainerd is considered one of the best places for ice fishing enthusiasts. There are over 300 fishing lakes near the city, and you can expect to catch bluegill, walleye, largemouth bass, yellow perch, northern pike, to name a few. If you like to fish throughout the year, check out Brainerd.
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BRAIN!
Slow Cooker Cheesy Garlic Brussels Sprouts
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Inspired by TheKitchn.com
INGREDIENTS
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter • 2 1/2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese • 2 tbsp heavy cream • 1/8 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
DIRECTIONS
1. Coat the inside of a 3–5-quart slow cooker with butter. Add Brussels sprouts, garlic, cream cheese, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine. 2. Cover and cook on LOW until the Brussels sprouts are tender, 2–3 hours. 3. Turn the slow cooker off or to the “warm” setting. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, cream, and nutmeg until the cheeses melt and the Brussels sprouts are coated in a creamy sauce. Season with more pepper to taste.
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