Heading to any national parks this year? Have you heard of the National Parks Service Junior Ranger Program? It changed the way my family experiences national parks! Last summer, a little worried my children wouldn’t enjoy the historical sites my husband and I wanted our family to experience, we were thrilled to come upon The […]
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Summer Travels | Take a Vacation Inside the Little House Series
One of my family’s favorite vacations took us inside The Little House on the Prairie series. My hope that our family could share a story together and see it come to life felt a little risky. I wasn’t sure if everyone would be interested or if the places we were heading would be worth the […]
Travel to Saint Louis, Missouri | A Family Friendly 3-Day Itinerary
In need of a fun family getaway? One of my family’s favorite places to visit is Saint Louis, Missouri. This kid-friendly city offers countless opportunities for families to enjoy time together indoors and out. Family fun in Saint Louis is seriously everywhere! Affiliate links are included in this post for your convenience. See my disclosure for […]
Hiking with Children in South Central Indiana
Many of my family’s best times together have been on a trail. We’ve walked through the seasons with children in packs on backs, watched little legs eager to forge ahead, stopped for seconds and hours while they explored every nook and cranny. Through creeks and meadows with one who likes to lag behind and one intent on […]
Day Hiking with Children | Essential Gear
When the weather’s nice, one of my family’s favorite ways to spend time together is on a trail. That’s not entirely true. My husband and I love to hike and my kids are happy as long as we have the right supplies. My children want snacks, my daughter a journal, and I want a bag […]