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Not Your Average Bucket List

By: Only In Your State
  • Summary

  • Not Your Average Bucket List, a podcast by Only In Your State, invites listeners to discover the hidden gems right in their own backyards. Instead of the usual tourist spots, our veteran-traveler-hosts Sara and Marisa, highlight the quirky, lesser-known places that make local exploring so much fun. Each episode offers fresh ideas and inspiration to find adventure close to home. Whether you're a seasoned explorer or just looking for a new weekend activity, this podcast will help you see your backyard in a whole new way.

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Episodes
  • The Little-Known Ghost Town In Virginia You Can Only Reach By Hiking This 1.7-Mile Trail
    Jun 10 2024

    Welcome back, everyone, to Season 4, Episode 15 of Not Your Average Bucket List by OnlyInYourState. Today, we’re talking about ghost towns across the country, and highlighting one ghost town in Virginia in particular.

    So, we’ve written a lot about ghost towns on OnlyInYourState. And this article we’re focusing on today is titled: The Little-Known Ghost Town In Virginia You Can Only Reach By Hiking This 1.7-Mile Trail.

    In the podcast episode, we’ll discuss the history behind ghost towns and how they came to be. Contrary to popular belief, ghost towns in America might not actually have any ghosts at all. Ghost towns in America, now silent and deserted, were once bustling towns or cities that thrived during periods of rapid economic growth, such as the Gold Rush or various industrial booms. These towns sprang up almost overnight, fueled by the promise of abundant resources and economic opportunity. However, as the resources that supported these communities were eventually depleted or economic conditions shifted, the towns were abandoned, leaving behind eerie remnants of their once vibrant past.

    Enjoy this episode on American ghost towns and see which one we mention that you’d like to add to your travel itinerary.

    Things we’ll cover in this episode:

    1. What is a ghost town exactly?
    2. How long is the hike to Matildaville, Virginia?
    3. What are some other incredible ghost towns across America?

    Get In Touch!

    If you have personal experiences with any of the attractions mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We’d love to hear your thoughts on these places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

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    23 mins
  • The Roadside Hamburger Hut In Northern California That Shouldn't Be Passed Up
    Jun 3 2024

    Welcome back, everyone, to Season 4, Episode 15 of Not Your Average Bucket List by OnlyInYourState. This week we are covering good old fashioned roadside attractions in the United States, with an emphasis on a popular hamburger hut in Northern California.

    We take a look at our article titled “The Roadside Hamburger Hut In Northern California That Shouldn’t Be Passed Up” and fine that hidden gem roadside spots like this are still alive and thriving across the country. The beloved hamburger restaurant known as 88 Giant Burgers To Go is located in the charming small town of Pine Grove, a convenient pit stop for people traveling to and from Lake Tahoe. Wildly popular among travelers, these burgers are HUGE and inexpensive to boot.

    In the podcast, we’ll discuss the history behind roadside attractions throughout the U.S. America's roadside attractions emerged from a mix of historical, cultural, and practical factors. The rise of automobiles and highways in the early 20th century made road trips popular, symbolizing freedom and adventure. Entrepreneurs and artists created unique attractions to draw travelers and boost local economies. These sites, ranging from quirky to monumental, reflect American creativity and regional pride. Strategically placed along major highways, they offered rest and entertainment, embodying America's innovative spirit and love for the open road.

    Things we’ll cover in this episode:

    1. What makes 88 Giant Burgers To Go so special?
    2. What is the history behind America’s roadside attractions integrating into road trips?
    3. What are some of the best roadside attractions across the country?

    Get In Touch!

    If you have personal experiences with any of the attractions mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We’d love to hear your thoughts on these places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

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    33 mins
  • The Amish Flea Market Every Pennsylvanian Needs To Explore At Least Once
    May 20 2024

    Hey everyone, welcome to another episode of Not Your Average Bucket List by OnlyInYourState. We’ve taken some time off from new episodes. Have you missed us?

    What better way to welcome back our audience than with an episode dedicated to the Amish community in Pennsylvania, specifically Green Dragon Farmers Market? Thanks to our article titled “The Amish Flea Market Every Pennsylvanian Needs To Explore At Least Once,” we are able to take a look at one of the largest and most historic flea markets in the Keystone State. Plus, we also dig into the history of farmers' markets in the United States, which might surprise you.

    Let’s dive in…

    Things we’ll cover in this episode:

    1. What makes the Green Dragon Farmers Market so special?
    2. What is the history of the Amish community in Pennsylvania?
    3. How long have farmers' markets been around?

    Get In Touch!

    If you have personal experiences with any of the above attractions, call or text 805-298-1420! We’d love to hear your thoughts on these places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.


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    26 mins

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