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Episode 7: Mosey into the Authentic West with Will Grant
Experience the authentic American West through the eyes of cowboy storyteller Will Grant as he reveals the places and people at the heart of it.
![Avenue of the Giants cuts through a redwood forest in Humboldt County, California.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1719866281/natural-wonders-via-podcast-aaa-episode-6-shutterstock_1572421402_icon.jpg)
Episode 6: Discover Natural Wonders with Lulu Miller
Uncover amazing formations and natural creations around the West as guest Lulu Miller takes you from Alaska to Utah to Northern California.
![ferris wheel at sunset at the Josephine County Fair in Grants Pass, Oregon](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1647562745/singularity-migrated-images/grants-pass-Josephine-County-Fair-2018-julaug-weekender-oregon-local-destination-via-magazine.jpg.jpg)
Grants Pass, Oregon Summer Escape
Grants Pass, a onetime logging and mining town, is a great place to chill out on a hot summer day.
![A woman looks at a rock at Petroglyph Beach State Historic Site in Wrangell, Alaska.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1719595895/wrangell-petroglyph-beach-alaska-places-cool-off-via-magazine-aaa-courtesy-travel-wrangell.jpg)
7 Lesser-Known Places to Cool Down This Summer
Chill out at these refreshing destinations throughout the West.
![Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk at sunset](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1655835411/Via/santa-cruz-beach-boardwalk-summer-trips-via-magazine-aaa-shutterstock_1949452729.jpg)
7 Spots for a Short and Sweet Summer Trip
Enjoy the sunshine—or beat the heat—with a few days away in one of these summer-fun destinations.
![Gentle waves crash onto Cayucos State Beach on the waterfront of Cayucos on the Central Coast of California.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1718215862/quaint-coastal-beach-towns-cayucos-california-via-magazine-aaa-shutterstock_2244987175.jpg)
6 Quaint Coastal Towns in the West
Seek ocean breezes and quiet at these laid-back spots.
![Woods Canyon Lake on a sunny day.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1647568434/singularity-migrated-images/woods-canyon-lake-places-cool-off-arizona-via-magazine-aaa-1x2.jpg.jpg)
6 Unexpected Places to Cool Off in Arizona
Chill out at these 6 outdoorsy escapes.
![The sign outside of Deerwood Ranch Wild Horse EcoSanctuary.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1716410975/deerwood-ranch-wild-horse-ecosanctuary-laramie-wyoming-via-magazine-aaa-courtesy-visit-laramie.jpg)
Spend a Weekend in Laramie, Wyoming
Take in world-class art, hike across glacially shaped mountains, and soak in the small town charm.
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Is Your Child's Car Seat Properly Installed?
When used correctly, car seats can dramatically reduce the risk of fatal injuries for young kids.
![a AAA Member cleans the windows on his car](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1647565081/singularity-migrated-images/prepare-car-to-drive-checklist-via-magazine-shutterstock_586694765-blue.jpg.jpg)
Is Your Car Ready for a Road Trip?
Kick the tires and take a peek under the hood before you go.
![A couple hold the keys to their new sedan.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1650647965/singularity-migrated-images/car-safety-via-magazine-aaa-shutterstock_1490123159-1x2.jpg.jpg)
How to Buy a Safer Car
What do car safety ratings mean and what else should you be looking for?
![A woman yawns while driving.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1647566683/singularity-migrated-images/drowsy-driving-dangers-aaa-via-magazine-AdobeStock_158322584-hero.jpg.jpg)
Drowsy Driving is as Dangerous as Drunk Driving
Being tired behind the wheel can increase your risk of a crash.
![Mt. Moran overlooks a winding road in Wyoming's Teton National Park.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1674064350/Via/fall-wyoming-teton-national-park-road-trip-via-magazine-aaa-jf23-jeff-vanuga.jpg)
16 Seasonal Road Trips to Take This Year
These drives keep the adventures going throughout the year.
![a creek runs through the trees with a mountain in the background](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1647564875/singularity-migrated-images/trees-and-mountains-shutterstock-123844114-sierras-majestic-mountain-loop-via-magazine.jpg.jpg)
Sierra’s Majestic Mountain Loop
Central California Sierra’s magic mountain loop: Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite National Parks.
![A road cuts through Zion National Park in Utah.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1718920824/best-utah-road-trips-zion-national-park-via-magazine-aaa-shutterstock_1676497969.jpg)
5 Best Road Trips in Utah
Drive through one of the most geographically diverse states.
![Downieville's historic buildings line a street through the core of the town.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1715121383/california-lost-sierra-highway-49-road-trip-downieville-via-magazine-aaa-.jpg)
Road Trip Through the Lost Sierra
Tumbling rivers, hot springs, and historic gold mining towns are just some of the riches here.
![pair of steel longhorns welcomes travelers to Sonoita, Arizona, as sun sets in the background](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1647565207/singularity-migrated-images/sign-steel-longhorns-sonoita-arizona-wild-wild-west-via-magazine-hero.jpg.jpg)
Wild West Road Trip Through Southeast Arizona
Road-trip through southeast Arizona and find history in the ranches, mines, and ghost towns.
![McWay Falls against a turquoise ocean on a sunny day.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1650647964/singularity-migrated-images/mcway-falls-big-sur-waterfalls-west-via-magazine-aaa-shutterstock_1826725628-1x2.jpg.jpg)
7 Scenic Waterfall Road Trips
The ultimate road trip prize? A stunning cascade. Here’s where to find them.
![Bear Gulch Reservoir in Pinnacles National Park on a party cloudy day.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1721923387/bear-gulch-reservoir-pinnacles-national-park-guide-via-magazine-aaa-shutterstock_2234012523.jpg)
Complete Guide to Pinnacles National Park
In California’s Central Valley, caves and spires are the backdrop of this biodiverse destination.
![Clouds over Avi Kwa Ame National Monument in Southern Nevada.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1720805459/Avi-Kwa-Ame-National-Monument-new-national-monument-via-magazine-aaaa-courtesy-Travel-Nevada.jpg)
5 New and Expanded National Monuments in the West
From Arizona to California, these wildlands offer history and space to spread out.
![The view of Kings Canyon Scenic Byway in Sequoia National Forest, California.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1717083719/kings-canyon-scenic-byway-kings-canyon-national-park-via-magazine-aaa-Ovidiu-Hrubaru-Alamy.jpg)
Complete Guide to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Wander among giant sequoias and granite rock formations in the southern Sierra Nevada.
![Golden Gate Trail trailhead in the Paradise area of Mt. Rainier National Park at sunset with the mountain in the background.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1716315174/mt-rainier-national-park-guide-paradise-via-magazine-aaa-shutterstock_2198646909.jpg)
Complete Guide to Mt. Rainier National Park
Explore waterfalls, alpine wildflowers, and more.
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8 Things a Video Doorbell Can Do for You
This intelligent device doesn’t just announce visitors.
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How to Secure Your Home
Want to protect your house from intruders? Here are 16 ways to do it.
![A family wanders through Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale, Arizona](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1720031726/butterfly-wonderland-scottsdale-arizona-cool-indoor-summer-fun-via-magazine-aaa-credit-Arizona-Office-of-Tourism.jpg)
10 Best Places for Indoor Fun This Summer in Arizona
Fill your family's calendar with cool adventures in art, science, sports, and more.
![A family hike on a trail in Grand Teton National Park.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1656530892/Via/grand-teton-national-park-summer-things-do-via-magazine-aaa-Stocksy-3743626-teaser.jpg)
7 Fun Things to do in the Summer with Kids
Enjoy the best of the West with these family-friendly summer activities.
![A couple truck camping in Kaibab National Forest.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1648511265/singularity-migrated-images/quiet-campgrounds-kaibab-national-forest-credit-treve-johnson-photography-1x2.jpg.jpg)
11 Spots to Camp Without the Crowds
Get off the beaten track and enjoy some serenity.
![Fourth of July fireworks over the water in South Lake Tahoe, California](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1718906048/South-Lake-Tahoe-california-fireworks-via-magazine-aaa-brad-scott-visuals-lake-tahoe-visitors-authority.jpg)
Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks
From Las Vegas to Anchorage, there's an Independence Day fireworks display in the sky near you.
![Pastries in the display case at Mix Bakeshop in Ashland, Oregon.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1721752670/mix-bakeshop-ashland-oregon-where-eat-i-5-via-magazine-aaa-courtesy.jpg)
Where to Eat on I-5 from Oregon to Los Angeles
Refuel at some of the best restaurants as you drive up and down the West Coast.
![Rows of coffee trees on a Hawaiian coffee farm at sunset.](https://assets.goaaa.com/image/upload/q_auto:best,f_auto,w_590,h_500,c_fill,g_auto/v1647565049/singularity-migrated-images/hawaiian-coffee-farm-plantation-taste-tour-hawaiian-coffee-kona-coffee-via-magazine-shutterstock_397348294.jpg.jpg)
Where to Taste and Tour Hawaiian Coffee on the Islands
See working farms, pick blush-red beans, and sip on Kona coffee at its source.