Exploring the Shawnee National Forest Area in Southern Illinois is a treat for outdoor lovers! Known for great hikes, stunning scenery & Bigfoot territory.
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Do you Eno? I do. This is what you should know about the Eno Hammock.
This is not a sponsored post. Just me. Enjoying my Eno. The post does contain affiliate links though. That means if you click on the link and buy an Eno to have of your very own, I make a few cents from the purchase without impacting you. It is not a secret that I like adventure….
5 Free Things to do in the Mohican Area
The view from the top of Big Lyons Falls Summer is quickly winding to a close. One more month and the kids will be heading back to school and it won’t be long before cooler temperatures set in and another year is behind us. Now is the time to plan a vacation that won’t break…
Hidden Art of Worden’s Ledges at Hinckley Reservation Cleveland Metroparks
Worden’s Ledges is a hidden gem in Ohio. Located on the Hinckley Reservation in North Central Ohio, they are part of the Cleveland Metroparks.
3 Roadside Attractions in Alabama that are Worth a Stop
While we tend not to search out all the commercial attractions when we’re traveling- I have to admit, sometimes we really enjoy going with the flow and following the masses en route to the local tourist traps. But more likely, you’ll find us at totally out-of-the-way quirky roadside attractions in Alabama that are off the…
Celebrating Nature in Niagara
If activities revolving around nature are something that you enjoy during your vacations, then Niagara County is a fantastic place to stay. I’ve visited in the past and enjoyed a stay in a wonderful four star Niagara Falls hotel which was ideally positioned for making the most of nature in this beautiful area. My husband and…
A Fall Walk Through Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve
Once part of the roadway leading to Cedar Point Amusement Park, visitors can walk along what was one of the first hard surfaced roads east of the Mississippi. The easy paved trail now leads visitors to one of the last undeveloped stretches of shoreline in the Sandusky Bay area. The nature preserve has four miles of easy…
The Joys of Geocaching
Thanks to Jessica Lippe for writing this guest post. Jessica is a writer who has lived across the United States and currently resides in her birth state of Oregon. Read more about her everyday adventures at her new website, JessicaLippe.com. I once had a severe allergic reaction to an unknown plant at the beginning of…
Exploring Ohio State Parks as Mother and Daughter
When I asked my daughter if she was interested in joining me on a press trip featuring the Ohio State Park Lodges, she had no idea how much fun it would be, and neither did I. We joined bloggers from around the world for a four night, five day tour of three of Ohio’s State…
Hike the Pleasant Hill Trail at Ohio’s Mohican State Park
Mohican State Park is one of my family’s favorite warm weather attractions in North Central Ohio. When my kids were younger, we’d make frequent trips to the state park to view the Clear Fork Gorge Overlook, climb the stairs of the Fire Tower and hike two of our favorite trails; Big Lyons Falls and Pleasant…
Lost River Cave: An Overview of Kentucky’s Only Underground Boat Tour
This past month, my family found ourselves in Bowling Green to explore Kentucky’s only underground boat tour. I’m not a stranger to Kentucky’s Cave Country. When my husband and I were married nearly 22 years ago, we spent part of our honeymoon in the area. We had hoped to tour Mammoth Cave National Park, but…
Road Trip to California Day 3: A Day Full of Surprises
I’ve learned an important lesson while traveling with my family over the years. Forgive and forget- quickly. Just because you’re experiencing a rough patch, it doesn’t mean that things won’t smooth out down the road. This road trip was no different. I woke up with a choice. I could continue to be disappointed because things…
