Paid Post

14 Ways To Conquer Your Own Town

You don’t have to go far to have an adventure. Chances are, your own town is full of places to explore.

Exxon and Mobil
by Exxon and Mobil

Brand Publisher

1. When driving, buy a real map and highlight routes you’ve already taken. Then find new ones.

2. Check real-estate listings for open houses, and go to as many as you can.

3. Check out the local theater scene.

4. While you’re at it, look for undiscovered art.

5. Go to the local library and read through old newspaper headlines.

6. Find out if your town has a sister city.

7. Go to a local diner at 6 a.m. and dine with the early birds.

8. Plan a scavenger hunt.

9. Visit a local antique fair.

10. Research to see if any books or movies are set in your city, and find any landmarks mentioned.

11. Go to your local hotels and see what pamphlets they have for the surrounding area.

12. Take an early-morning bike ride.

13. Or look for new running trails.

14. And check out your town from a satellite view.