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Homeschooling for Beginners: What You Need to Start
Homeschooling has become more popular these past few years due to the pandemic, so I thought I would share more about our homeschool journey, including the whys and hows of what we do. – in essence homeschooling for beginners! To
Ultimate Guide to Backpacking the Trans Catalina Trail
Backpacking the Trans Catalina Trail is a bucket list trail for many in Southern California. Located 22 miles off the coast of Southern California, Catalina Island offers diverse rugged scenery with opportunities for outdoor activities like diving, snorkeling, hiking and
Backpacking In California: 20 Amazing Spots You Must Visit
Our two favorite things to do in the outdoors in California is hike and camp. Why not combine the two with a backpack camping trip? We know camping in Southern California is very popular with families to couples and folks
Epic Family Weekend in San Luis Obispo County (SLOCAL)
The California Coast is filled with amazing destinations making it difficult to decide just where to go when you are looking for a quick escape. We have found the answer with a weekend in San Luis Obispo County (SLOCAL). Sitting
The Most Epic Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Itinerary (SF to LA)
Are you researching for an epic Pacific Coast Highway road trip itinerary? If so, you have come to the right place. This is one of our favorite road trips in the world, especially between California’s most vibrant cities of San
7 Spectacular Places to Play in the Snow Near Los Angeles
Are you looking for the best places to find snow near Los Angeles? So were we! Now we have found all the places to play and share them here with you. The beauty of living in Los Angeles is having
15+ Beautiful Things to Do in Lake Tahoe Year Round
Whether you arrive in winter or summer or anytime in between, there are so many amazing things to do in Lake Tahoe that you could easily spend months here without getting bored. Lake Tahoe truly is one of California’s (and
7 Great Things to Do in Carson Valley with Kids
On our recent road trip up Highway 395, we extended our normal trip right out of California and on into Northern Nevada. This area north of the border and south of the state capital is known as Carson Valley. It’s
This is the Tri-Valley: 15 Exciting Things to Do in Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin & Danville
Are you looking for a weekend getaway in the Bay Area? Consider the Tri-Valley area where there are a ton of great things to do in Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin and Danville. I lived in San Francisco for almost a decade
Introducing Merino Wool Clothing: The Best Travel Fabric
As you guys all know I am obsessed with merino wool clothing. For the past year I have challenged myself to wear some article of merino wool clothing every single day. In this quest, I have ended up becoming quite
Explore the Suisun Valley: A Vibrant Emerging Family Destination
Suisun Valley is a unique, rustic wine country and farming community located just north of the San Francisco Bay Area in Solano County between San Francisco and Sacramento. In the recent past most visitors made their way up to the
Pinnacles National Park: Everything You Need To Know To Visit
Are you planning a trip to Pinnacles National Park in California? Whether you are interested in seeking out California condors, hiking through talus caves or rock climbing, California’s smallest national park packs a lot in for all types of visitors.
Top 10 Magical Things To Do in Carson City Nevada
Are you looking to extend your trip along Hwy 395? If so, we have the perfect place – Carson City, Nevada. Continuing on with the cute Americana theme of Hwy 395, Carson City is a bit bigger than the other
21 Things to Do in Bozeman Montana That You Will Love
Bozeman Montana is often the start and end point for a Montana or Yellowstone vacation. Instead of just passing through, why not make it your base as there are so many great things to do in Bozeman Montana for the
The Old West Revisited in Philipsburg Montana with Mining, Hiking & More
Montana is known as a nature lovers paradise and the treasure state, but what it also holds dear are traditions of the past. In Philipsburg Montana you can not only experience beautiful scenery, but also life in an old western
16 Beautiful West Coast National Park Road Trip Stops
Ever dreamed of hitting all the big parks on an epic West Coast national park road trip? I know that it’s long been a dream of mine to drive from Seattle down to Los Angeles hitting as many of the
7 Reasons to Visit the Bass Lake Yosemite Area
Looking to visit Yosemite but don’t want to stay inside the park? Our favorite place to stay outside the park is in the Bass Lake Yosemite area. The area is cute, quaint, offers a new dimension to your Yosemite visit
Finding Fall Colors in Bishop, California
Growing up in Texas and spending most of my adult life in places that do not experience fall, I had had enough and wanted to find some cooler air and pretty fall foliage in Southern California! My nature loving sidekick
13 Epic Things to Do Near Zion National Park
Zion is one of my favorite parks in Utah, but during certain times of the year it is insanely crowded. However you are in luck, there are a multitude of amazing things to do near Zion National Park including river
13 Spectacular Things to Do on the Big Island of Hawaii
Are you going to the Big Island of Hawaii? If so, you have come to the correct place! Here we share the most spectacular things to do in Hawaii Big Island. It is amazingly diverse with active volcanoes, tropical rainforests,
50+ Amazing Spots for Camping in Southern California
Camping in Southern California is one of the best outdoor, social distance activities available. Lakes, mountains, and beaches – a multitude of campgrounds in Southern California offer an incredible array of places to match the season and everyone’s interests. With