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With an adventurous spirit, we’ve collected a list of some of our very favorite hiking spots in the boundless Lone Star State, complete with a handy-dandy difficulty rating system!

Texas natives know a thing or two about not just surviving the summer heat, but getting the most out of the hottest (we’re talking triple digits) months of the year. While waterslides and concrete pools are great go-to’s in a pinch, nothing quite beatscasting a line ortaking a dip in a natural oasis,courtesy of the great Texas landscape. Next time you need to cool down, consider beating the heat with one of our favorite swimming holes or fishing spots!

No matter where you live in the giant landscape that is the United States of America, the promise of the open road is abundant, making it the perfect place to go on that road trip you’ve always dreamed of.

If you’re looking for a way to recharge but don’t have the time or resources to plan a big cross-country getaway, consider what is in your own backyard! Sometimes the best way to reset is finding a way to get away without traveling too far out from home, otherwise known as a staycation. We’ve compiled a few of our top quick getaway spots near Austin for your next close-to-home escape.

Whatever driving cosmic force causes CPG businesses to gravitate towards Central Texas, one thing is for certain; Austin is ready to welcome everyone with open arms, and we can’t wait to see the upcoming additions to the list of CPG alumni who found their start in Austin – we’re certainly glad we did.

Many youth teams across the country look to the same fundraising tactics year-after-year, and while going door-to-door selling coupon booklets, cookie dough and bins of popcorn is the traditional method, it may not be the most efficient way to help your child’s team meet their end game.

Your encouragement while your child is learning a new sport can help them develop confidence, self-determination and life-long healthy habits. If you’re nervous about your child participating in a team sport, don’t sweat it, we’ve got some tips on how to encourage your child to do their best, while helping you keep your cool.

Sunflower seeds not only have a healthy mix of mono and polysaturated fats that support heart health and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, but one serving of seeds contains roughly 6 grams of protein and 2.5 grams of fiber.

A lot of folks start their New Year off with a resolution that starts with “I won’t do,” “don’t eat this,” or “stop doing that.” But who likes to be told what they CAN’T do!?

Here at Chinook Seedery we’re all about inspiring what you CAN do. So we want to share with you two secrets that changed our resolutions forever.

Lately, we’ve received questions about why all of our labels have a “Non-GMO Project Verified” certification. Sunflower seeds, as many of you know, are naturally GMO-free.  There are several reasons we put our seeds through the rigors of meeting the “Non-GMO Project Verified” standards.

Whether you’re in for another year at the same school or starting a new adventure at college, staying healthy, energized, and focused in the classroom is sometimes easier said than done. Here are 4 reasons why sunflower seeds should be your grab-n-go snack for this upcoming school year.