The Southern Girls Guide: Not all those who wander are lost.

It's hard to get a true break to clear your mind with YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Netflix, Pinterest, Email, Text, and not to mention all the programs we use on a daily basis at work.

We are going to give you our top outdoor places to visit in middle Tennessee to go and unwind. So put your phone on airplane mode and take a breather. All of these places are open to the public and are just a short drive if you live in middle Tennessee.

1. Bridgestone Firestone/ Scott's Gulf/ Virgin Falls

2. Johnson's Chapel/Center Hill Lake

3. Dogwood Park

4. Burgess Falls

5. Bee Rock

6. Cummings Falls

7. Window Cliffs

Some helpful things to remember when going anywhere outdoors:

•Be spontaneous, not ignorant, before you head out.

How long is your hike? What time of day are you going? What time of day does it get dark? Did you eat before (hopefully not Mexican)? What's the weather forecast for the day?

Also a tip for pet owners, if you are taking your dog with you, give him a tick medication before the trip. Noah takes one pill a month that prevents fleas and ticks (even seed ticks) from latching on him. Trust me, you will want this!

Check out this Instagram if you need a good smile today. https://instagram.com/campingwithdogs/ +Camping With Dogs

•Bring the basics.

Water, snack bars, backpack, light jacket, flashlight of some kind, more water, map or some sort of navigation, bug spray (Kayla and I had a funny bug attack experience)! Don't pack too heavy, however.

•Download the app "AllTrails"

This app is AWESOME. Kayla and I went on a hike recently, and it gave advice, tips, pictures, and a map of different trails before we headed out. Also let us record where and how far we went once we started! And it's FREE.

You don't have to own an Eno or hiking boots to enjoy these spots. You just need an adventurous soul and a need for fresh air!