Take a Hike … At Little Elk Creek
Words by Dawn Kocina Photos by Kevin Eilbeck PhotographyMap illustration by Lyndsay Hedman Situated near Piedmont, South Dakota, this moderately challenging route follows a creek perfect for family-friendly adventure. We sent one of our staff writers (a self-described non-hiker) out with her kids, ages 6 and 8, to experience Little Elk Creek. With its gentle trails, ample opportunities for rest,…
Forever Fired Up
Vi Stoltz is stepping into her ninth decade of life — and she’s hungry for more. “I believe I can do anything,” Vi said, with a simple shrug and smile in the hallway of Westhills Village Independent Living. “Why not?” Vi has lived at Westhills Village for seven years and…
A DIFFERENT WAY TO LOOK @ ALLERGIES
Allergies can touch your life in a number of ways — from minor annoyance to debilitating pain. It’s estimated that more than 80 million people in the United States have allergies, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). One out of 3 adults and one out…
The Caffeine Conundrum
Warm beverages — lattes, hot cocoa, mochas — can be comforting for adults and kids alike. But what about caffeine? Should children and teens be joining in on these “pick-me-ups”? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under 12 avoid caffeine entirely, and teens should limit their intake to…
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