Quick Guide to Swimming with Manatees

If swimming with manatees isn’t already on your bucket list, it should be. This fun wildlife activity is perfect for the whole family! Here is my quick guide to get you started in planning your adventure: To dive right in, the only place in the United States that you can legally swim with manatees is […]

Fall 2024

June 2024 Photo Recap

Our First Hike

I grew up in a heavy metropolitan area so nature wasn’t really accessible – especially mountains. We had a few local parks consisting of walking trails through some woods but they were nothing major and relatively flat. My family wasn’t a hiking/camping family either. The only camping experience I had camping as a kid was […]

Top Five Favorite US States

Like most travel enthusiasts, my goal is to visit all 50 states in America. I love taking my time really exploring each state and not rushing though it. So far, I have visited 32 of the 50 states (18 away! Whoo!). *link list here* My favorite way to travel is by road trip so you […]

Animal Safety Tips

I will be the first to admit, animals are incredibly adorable. But wild animals should not be messed with. In the wilderness, most animals won’t bother you, so don’t bother them. I always recommend looking into what animals inhabit the forests you’re exploring. Some popular wildlife include bears, moose, rattlesnakes, mountain lions/cougars, porcupine and so […]