National Get Outdoors Day will be taking place on June 8, 2019. Intended to highlight all the physical and mental benefits that come along with being active in nature, there are so many ways to celebrate the great outdoors here in Southwest Louisiana. Firstly, Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point is…
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Summertime in Southwest Louisiana means two words: hot and humid! Make plans to beat the heat at the Lake Area’s coolest pools. Southwest Louisiana boasts three fabulous pool complexes to keep you comfortable and entertained during the sweltering Gulf Coast summer. Sulphur Parks & Recreation…
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Scrolling through my Facebook news feed, I came across an article from Louisiana Sportsman on ‘How to peel blue crab.’ Immediately, I had to check to see if THEY do it right, since of course, the way I was trained HAS to be the right way! Well, they did, and it is a great reference. But, if you…
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Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana has so much to offer AND plenty of fun activities/experiences that will cost you NOTHING! Even better, right? 1. Free Concert Series Lake Charles offers several free concert series throughout the year, so cut loose and enjoy the music! Live at the Lakefront , Groovin’…
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Spring Break is around the corner and maybe you want to take a road trip. Pile the family in the car and head to Southwest Louisiana! There is so much here to see and do – fun for kids and parents alike! Travel through the marshes and along the coastline of Cameron Parish via the 180-mile Creole…
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Over the river and through the marsh, to Grandmother’s house we GO . . . .! November 22, 2018 is more than Thanksgiving Day. It is also Go for a Ride Day! So, after you’ve gobbled up copious amounts of food from your Thanksgiving feast and the turkey coma has worn off, instead of watching football…
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Southwest Louisiana has no shortage of waterways – shimmering lakes, meandering rivers, mysterious bayous, cypress swamps, and salt grass marshes – and where there is water, there are boats. Sailboats, motorboats, bass boats, fishing trawlers, and pirogues . . . but me? I love to kayak ! Kayaking…
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What’s better than unwinding on a Friday evening in the backdrop of the downtown Lake Charles with great music from hot bands drifting into the sunset? How about four Fridays of cool, FREE outdoor concerts? It’s one of my favorite events – Downtown at Sundown . It’s the perfect mix of cool nightlife…
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Want to go on an adventure while visiting Southwest Louisiana? We have the place for you! Lake Area Adventures provides opportunities for visitors and residents alike to get outside, have fun, and enjoy the outdoors and all this area has to offer. Lake Area Adventures (LAA) offers kayak and boat…
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While I’ve traveled this world over, Southwest Louisiana is where I call home. And in my travels, when someone finds out I’m from Louisiana, the inevitable “Oh I love New Orleans!” or “ I’ve always wanted to visit New Orleans!” happens. And yes, New Orleans rocks. I, too, love New Orleans but I also…
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