Adventure doesn’t have to be big, expensive or faraway.
You don’t have to get on an airplane to call yourself a traveler. Adventure can be found everywhere, you just have to know where to look.
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If you are here, you must be looking for family friendly adventures. On this blog, you will find a little bit of everything, as our family searches for the best hiking, weekend getaways, hidden gems and more.
You don’t have to be a world traveler, or go on extravagant, luxurious vacations to call yourself an adventurer. There is beauty and adventure all around us, sometimes in the places we least expect it. We just have to open our eyes a bit.
Latest from the Blog
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How to Enter Glacier National Park (and score a highly coveted Going-to-the-Sun Road Reservation)
If you’re planning a family trip to Glacier National Park, one of the first things you’ll quickly learn is that you can’t just show up and drive across the park as you please. The Going-to-the-Sun Road is a windy road that takes you across the entire National Park, and takes about 2 hours to drive…
Hey! I’m Kristen.
I’m glad you’re here. I hope you feel inspired to get outside and explore the world with your kids today. Adventure is everywhere.
Your adventure doesn’t have to stop here!
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The Ultimate Northern Iowa Summer Road trip
Explore Osage and Clear Lake, Iowa If you’re looking for a summer road trip packed with small-town charm, local flavors, and unexpected adventures, Northern Iowa is calling your name. We recently spent a few days exploring Osage and Clear Lake, and discovered the perfect mix of cozy, community-driven experiences and wide-open summer fun. Whether you’re…
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Why you should take your family camping at a KOA campground this summer
Summer is the perfect time to unplug, soak up the sunshine, and create unforgettable memories as a family, and there’s no better place to do it than at Kampgrounds of America! Whether you’re a seasoned camper or a total beginner, KOA makes it easy to enjoy the great outdoors with all the fun and comfort…
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A Weekend of Togetherness: Our Family’s KOA Camping Getaway
There’s something special about stepping away from the hustle of daily life and settling into the simple rhythm of a weekend outdoors with your family. We recently spent a few days at the Oklahoma City East KOA Holiday a few hours from our home and it was the perfect blend of comfort, adventure, and connection….
