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Exploring the St. Croix Boom Site in Stillwater, Minnesota

Saturday, August 19, 2023

 

Hiking Along Sandstone Bluffs at the St. Croix Boom Site in Stillwater, Minnesota

During our recent Minnesota adventure, we explored the St. Croix Boom Site in Stillwater, Minnesota. We found our hike along sandstone cliffs to have a bit of a welcome challenge and beautiful views. With very few other visitors, we enjoyed nature totally in peace.

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Weekend Windup {Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs August 11-13, 2023}

Friday, August 11, 2023

 


Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs August 11-13, 2023

The weekend is here! Here are my picks for family fun in the Chicago suburbs this week:

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Wandering The Trails Of Boone Creek Conservation Area In Bull Valley, Illinois

Thursday, August 10, 2023

 

Wandering The Trails Of Boone Creek Conservation Area In Bull Valley in McHenry County, Illinois

Hiking the rolling trails of Boone Creek Conservation Area in Bull Valley, Illinois, guided us through wetlands, prairie, and woodlands. The 608-acre McHenry County forest preserve fascinates with an overlook providing a view of the slightly hilly area. Our summer visit welcomed us to another incredibly fantastic Chicago suburban forest preserve.

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Weekend Windup {Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs August 4-6, 2023}

Friday, August 4, 2023

 

Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs August 4-6, 2023

Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs August 4-6, 2023

Happy Weekend! Here are my picks for family fun this weekend in the Chicago suburbs!

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Beloit Hike At Big Hill Park Treats To Rolling Trails And Rock River Views

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

 

Beloit, Wisconsin Hike At Big Hill Park Treats To Rolling Trails And Fox River Views

Scenic Beloit, Wisconsin hiking trails inside the beautiful, 190-acre Big Hill Park beckon to be explored. Just as the name Big Hill Park indicates, the preserve offers nature adventurers the opportunity to wander bluffs up above the Rock River. On a recent summer day, we reveled in fantastic river views, the shade of the woodlands, and rolling trails at Big Hill Park.

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Weekend Windup {Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs July 28-30, 2023}

Friday, July 28, 2023

 

Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs July 28-30, 2023

Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs July 28-30, 2023

The weekend has arrived! Here are my picks for family fun this weekend in the Chicago Suburbs:

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Summer Adventure to Line Creek Double Falls in Kansas City, Missouri

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

 

Our adventure along Line Creek Trail wound us through the woodlands providing a launching point to a peaceful Kansas City area hike. For much of its length, Line Creek Trail hugs Line Creek inviting beautiful views and an opportunity to explore Line Creek Double Falls!

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Weekend Windup {Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs July 21-23, 2023}

Friday, July 21, 2023


The weekend is here! Remember to get out there and enjoy another summer weekend. Here are my picks for local fun this weekend:

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