Category: State Parks
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Our Day Trip to Fort De Soto Park – Sharks, Dolphins, Old Forts, and Zero Seagull Drama
Fort De Soto in Tierra Verde, Florida, offers a unique mix of history and wildlife experiences. Visitors can explore a historic fort, observe diving pelicans and bull sharks from piers, encounter dolphins near North Beach, and enjoy quiet picnics at Arrowhead. The park’s diverse attractions make it a memorable destination for all.
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Honeymoon Island State Park — Our Day Trip Recap
Honeymoon Island in Florida offers diverse experiences with trails, beaches, and wildlife. A visit included helpful tips from the Visitor Center, a humid Osprey Trail walk where a gopher tortoise was spotted, and beautiful sandy beaches with shell collecting. A sunset viewing and a small shark sighting concluded a memorable day.
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Exploring Tobyhanna State Park: A Journey Through Nature
After a smooth start at our first campground, we packed up and hit the road for Tobyhanna State Park in northeastern Pennsylvania. It was about a 250-mile drive, and the scenery along the way was gorgeous—lots of trees, little towns, and that backroads magic we love so much. Jasper, of course, was unimpressed, he is…
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Snow Much Fun: Unleashing Your Inner Snow Explorer in the Enchanting New England Winter Wonderland
Winter in New England isn’t just a season; it’s a magical adventure waiting to be unlocked! So, bundle up, grab your coziest mittens, and get ready to embrace the frosty wonderland that turns the ordinary into the extraordinary. From icy castles to gilded mansions, we’ve meticulously curated a winter bucket list that will make your…
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Parks, Pizza & Pups Ep. One: Fort McClary
Ah, the perfect trifecta: exploring parks, devouring pizza, and enjoying the company of my son Miles and his furry best friend Neptune. It’s like a recipe for an epic adventure! Maybe even a series of posts. So grab your walking shoes, bring your appetite for both adventure and pizza toppings, and get ready to follow…
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