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Caroline

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I live in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with my husband and three daughters. I don't want to miss a single opportunity to be outdoors and exploring with my family. While I love to travel, my favorite trips involve long car rides (crazy, I know), hiking, canoeing and camping. Looking back through pictures and retelling stories from our crazy adventures makes me the happiest.
HikingState Parks

360 Degree Summit View – Coney Mountain Trail

Caroline August 17, 2017 Adirondack Mountains, kid-friendly hikes, summit 1 Comment 1813 Views
All Five Happy Campers on top of Coney Mountain

Planning a trip to the Adirondacks and looking for a good hike to do with kids that offers a fantastic view? If so, Coney Mountain Trail in Tupper Lake should be near the top of your list. The Coney...

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CanoeingState Parks

The Rollins Pond Canoe Loop

Caroline August 10, 2017 Adirondack Mountains, canoe loop, portages 4 Comments 6506 Views
Kris and Madeline in Fish Creek

As you already know I’m the planner of the group, always doing research before trips to find fun and exciting things to do. Since we enjoy canoeing and are always looking for an adventure I was excited after I...

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HikingPhotographyState Parks

Watkins Glen State Park

Caroline August 3, 2017 Finger Lakes, NY state parks, waterfalls 7 Comments 25873 Views

Our family loved Watkins Glen State Park. It's beautiful, and the Gorge Trail should not be missed. You can see 19 waterfalls in just one park!

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Miscellaneous

Planning for the Solar Eclipse

Caroline July 27, 2017 event 4 Comments 1153 Views
Total solar eclipse - March 9, 1997

August 21 is going to be an exciting day for a large portion of the United States, the day of the “Great American Eclipse” as it has been referred to. On this day the moon will pass between the...

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Day Trips

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

Caroline July 27, 2017 Chesapeake Bay, kid friendly, museum Comments are off 1697 Views
1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse

For our 10th wedding anniversary Kris and I stayed overnight at the Perry Cabin Inn in St. Michaels, Maryland. While the town has a certain charm that makes it appealing to couples looking for a romantic getaway, there are...

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Day TripsNational Parks

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

Caroline July 27, 2017 educational, history 1 Comment 1625 Views

Have you ever listened to the Star Spangled Banner? I know you’ve probably heard it many times before, but have you actually listened to the words? After our recent visit to Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine I...

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