Last updated on August 25th, 2017 at 09:51 pmMy family is nothing if not spontaneous. This was especially evident when we headed out for a Saturday breakfast with no particular destination in mind. We were aware that it was Free Admission day at the National Parks and with nothing but time on our hands we…
6 Things you never thought of doing in the Smoky Mountains
Last updated on July 7th, 2017 at 08:17 amThis post is sponsored by Moon Travel Guides. All opinions and tips given are as always, my own. Smoky Mountain National Park is a natural magnet for those in the midwestern states, like those of us here in Kentucky, who want to breathe in the fresh mountain…
Free Admission Week at the National Parks!
Last updated on March 29th, 2017 at 07:29 pmThere has been quite a bit of buzz surrounding the “opening weekend” of the National Parks and it is for good reason! During April 15 – 23, you and your family can go explore one (or more!) National Parks, for free! The website states that unless a…
Our National Parks Round-Up
Last updated on March 3rd, 2017 at 09:41 pmWe have had a great time, sharing our National Park knowledge with you. Hopefully, you have found it to be useful and you will put it to work! Start with the sites close to your home and work from there. There are so many National Parks that…
Fun Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park for Families
Last updated on January 30th, 2017 at 08:05 pmYellowstone National Park is huge, covering more than two million acres across Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. It was not only the first national park in the United States but also the first national park in the world. Without Yellowstone and the precedent it created, beautiful wilderness areas…
Visiting Lincoln’s Boyhood Home
Last updated on August 30th, 2016 at 01:16 pmThis is a guest post written by Kristina Mobley Growing up, I remember learning about our national history and the impact that Abraham Lincoln had. We reviewed everything from his birth to his death. So, in order to get a greater understanding, we took a day trip…
Isle Royale National Park, Michigan
Last updated on January 12th, 2017 at 11:07 amLocated in Michigan, the Isle Royale National park is another lesser known National Park that also requires visitors to be transported by either boat or seaplane. We recently talked about Dry Tortugas National Park, which also is remote enough to use boat or seaplane for visitors. The…
Things to Do with Kids in Yosemite National Park
Last updated on January 30th, 2017 at 08:05 pmI’ve traveled all over the US and I’ve seen my share of national parks. I love them all—for different reasons. But if I had to say which is my most favorite national park—it would be Yosemite. Yosemite Valley is one of the most breathtaking, dramatic views on…
8 Ways to Celebrate the National Park Service’s 100th Birthday
Last updated on January 30th, 2017 at 08:05 pmEach year on August 25, the National Park Service (NPS) celebrates its birthday and everyone is invited to the party! 2016 marks a milestone anniversary for the NPS—100 years of service. Americans can be proud that the United States was the first country in the world to…
My Best Tips for Visiting the Grand Canyon’s South Rim with Kids
Last updated on March 17th, 2017 at 11:39 pmWith low entrance fees and family friendly attractions, national parks are budget-friendly destinations for family travelers. One of my favorite national parks is the Grand Canyon. I am not alone! With millions of visitors making the trip to the canyon each year, it is one of the most…