The time had come to try out the new kayaks (look for my kayak review later this week), and we could not have asked for better weather, or a better place to take them, than The Great Salt Lake! Before heading out, I not only checked the weather and water conditions for the day, but decided to do a little research on the lake itself.  There are some interesting facts about the lake that I found out. We probably are all aware that the lake is salty, but just how salty?  The salinity of the lake actually changes very frequently due to the level of the lake water.  The…

Nevada, the number one state for the most naturally occurring hot springs, is home to over 300 of them!  Most of them are located on public land, but there are some that are located on private land and ranches.  We had the opportunity this weekend to visit one of these little gems, which happens to be located on private property.  The owners of the property are gracious enough to open the hot springs to the public.  This being said, it is important that everyone do their part to keep the land, as well as the springs, as natural and litter free as it should be.  They do not prohibit food…

Welcome to the inaugural post for Scout N’ About!  Today’s adventure finds us in the beautiful Northwest state of Idaho.  Idaho may be famous for its potatoes (and, to be honest, they may actually taste a little bit better here), but there are a lot of other reasons to visit besides their spuds.  Although, if you have a sweet tooth, or a fondness for nostalgic candy, the Idaho Candy Company is located in downtown Boise and they make those famous little Idaho Spud candies right there. Along with the typical hustle and bustle of a city, Boise offers something that not too many other cities have to offer – hiking. …