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Stuck on where to go this summer? Have you conside

Stuck on where to go this summer? Have you considered Wisconsin?

Truly one of the most beautiful states in the Midwest, and the place that made me fall head over heels in love with the region, Wisconsin is full of outdoor adventures, stunning state parks, and fun for the whole family.

📍Steal our 1 week road trip itinerary to see the best of Wisconsin:

Day 1️⃣ & 2️⃣: Explore Milwaukee. There are so many fun things to see in this city- you definitely need a couple days to explore it all!
✨ Must see places: Mitchell Park domes, Milwaukee Public Museum, hike 7 bridges trail and play in Lake Michigan, eat dinner at Don’s TV Repair Speakeasy, Milwaukee Public Market.

Day 3️⃣: Drive north to Door County, stopping along the way to explore Cherney Maribel Caves County Park. Take the Maribel Caves trail to explore caves, ruins, and pick wild raspberries.

Day 4️⃣ & 5️⃣: Explore Door County. We stayed in Sister Bay, any of the towns in Door County are darling! There are so many places to explore, and the most adorable coffee shops and restaurants lining the bay.
✨ Must see places: Cana Lighthouse, Cave Point County Park, Whitefish Dunes, Door County Ice Cream Factory.

Day 6️⃣: Take the ferry over to Washington Island for the day.
✨Must see places: Schoolhouse beach, Mountain Park lookout.

Day 7️⃣: Drive to Madison. Spend the afternoon exploring the Children’s Museum, and take a free tour of the Capitol building right across the street.

Have you been to Wisconsin? If not, you better add it to your list!

10 Insane Midwest state parks you have to see befo

10 Insane Midwest state parks you have to see before you die 🤯 part 1

In case you haven’t heard, the Midwest is full of incredible places. We spent last year exploring some of the most unbelievable states, hidden gems and underrated trails, and here are 10 of the most amazing state parks we explored.

1️⃣ Maquoketa Caves State Park, Iowa
2️⃣ Custer State Park, South Dakota
3️⃣ Wilson State Park, Kansas
4️⃣ Matthiessen State Park, Illinois
5️⃣ Johnson Shut Ins State Park, Missouri
6️⃣ Smith Falls State Park, Nebraska
7️⃣ Ferne Clyffe State Park, Illinois
8️⃣ Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park, Kansas
9️⃣ Turkey Run State Park, Indiana
1️⃣0️⃣ Backbone State Park, Iowa

Stay tuned for part 2, coming this spring! We are excited to explore some of those upper Midwest states!

#midwestexplored #stateparks #midwest #midwesthiking #adventurefamily #familytravel

Looking for the perfect weekend getaway idea? You

Looking for the perfect weekend getaway idea? You are going to want to save this one!

☀️ @allegiant’s affordable, nonstop flights make it easy to get out there and start exploring

We took a 2 hour flight from Wichita to Phoenix, and it was the perfect weekend full of adventure.

Here’s everything we did in a weekend:
🌵 Hiked and explored Saguaro National Park
🏜️ Visited Arizona Sonora Desert Museum
🌮 Ate tacos on the patio at @seiskitchen
🍦 Enjoyed ice cream from @handels_tucson
🐎 Relaxed, swam, paddled and played at Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass
🎹 Had dinner and a show at @organstoppizza
🌵 Tried prickly pear ice cream from @topoarizona
🪨 Hiked the Hole in Rock trail at Papago Park

Check out Allegiant to find your next nonstop adventure!

#allegiant #AllwaysOnTheGo #NonstopLife

Digging season is now OPEN! 📍Great Salt Plains

Digging season is now OPEN!

📍Great Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge in Jet, Oklahoma

Located 1.5 hours south of Wichita, and 2.5 hours west of Tulsa

📌 Save this post for your spring adventure planning!

Come explore one of the most unique spots in Oklahoma and dig for selenite crystals. Comprised of the leftover salt from an ocean that covered Oklahoma millions of years ago, this is the only spot in the world where you can find hourglass selenite, a rare form of gypsum.

Know before you go:
💎 Digging season runs from April 1st - October 15. Spring is the perfect time to visit, before it gets hot and the bugs come out!
💎 There is absolutely zero shade, so bring an umbrella and lots of water if the weather is going to be warm
💎 Start by digging a hole about 1.5 feet deep, then pour water around the edges to wash away the soil, then feel around with your hands for the crystals.
💎 Head to the back of the digsite when you arrive to find larger crystals.
💎 Bring a change of clothes and some old towels for when you’re done… you will be dirty!
I recommend bringing rubber gloves- you will want to dig a lot with your hands and the salt can start to sting after awhile

Is this on your Oklahoma bucket list?!

📍 Ted Ensley Gardens in Topeka, Kansas 🌷 Th

📍 Ted Ensley Gardens in Topeka, Kansas

🌷 The Tulip Time Festival is set for this weekend, April 12th. Tulips will be in full bloom, and it’s the perfect time to visit!

🌷 Tour the stunning grounds of this free garden on the shoreline of Lake Shawnee this spring to peep the 100,000+ tulips, daffodils and hyacinths!

🌷 Paved walking paths, garden sculptures, waterfalls and picnic spots make this the perfect spot to spend a spring afternoon.

🌷 Free to enter

🌷 Stroller friendly

Anyone else obsessed with tulips like me??

*Note that these clips were taken last spring

Dinosaur footprints in Oklahoma?! 📍Located in

Dinosaur footprints in Oklahoma?!

📍Located in the Oklahoma panhandle just outside the Black Mesa State park in Kenton.

👣 These famous footprints have been preserved in sandstone for millions of years in the Carrizo creek bed.

🦖 They are thought to be made from a species of therapod, which is the classification for bipedal carnivores, including the T-Rex.

Things to know:
🦖 Located on private property, but viewing is allowed during daylight hours
🦕 This area is remote, and cell service is spotty
🦖 Approximately 1 mile east of Kenton, take the blacktop road marked “Black Mesa Nature Preserve” and go 5.2 miles north. Turn right on the dirt road just north of the bridge and follow until the turn area.
🦕 Once you park, walk down into the creek bed to see the footprints.

Do you have Dino obsessed kids who would love this?!

If you are planning a trip to the Smoky Mountains

If you are planning a trip to the Smoky Mountains region, you are going to want to save this must one of a kind play to stay!

📍 Roamstead

Located just 20 minutes outside of Gatlinburg, and on the edge of Smoky Mountain National Park,, this place is close to all the action, while still being the perfect place for some much needed peace and quiet.

We stayed in one of the Maple cabins, and it was perfect for our family! There is a great loft space for the kids, and a mini kitchenette, perfect for making a quick breakfast in the morning. Plus, the view out of our front door could not be beat 😍

Onsite amenities include:
✨ Seasonal pool
✨ Yard games
✨ Fire pits
✨ Playground
✨ On site hiking trails (some of the best of the Smoky Mountains!)
✨ Clubhouse with onsite drinks and dining

Make sure to save this for your next Smoky Mountain adventure! And use code MIDWESTMAMA to save 10% on your booking!

Now open for the season! Take a peek into pioneer

Now open for the season!

Take a peek into pioneer life by visiting this AMAZING children’s farm in Kansas.

📍 Deanna Rose Farmstead in Overland Park, Kansas

This place is truly one of a kind. Take a horse drawn wagon ride, bottle feed a baby goat, go cane pole fishing, watch a live cow milking demonstration, explore a one-room schoolhouse, and watch a real life blacksmith hard at work.

Things to know:
🎟️ Admission is $5 for ages 3+
🎣 Additional activities available to purchase, like bottles to feed the baby goats ($1), a bucket of worms to fish ($3), and tickets to ride the wagon ride ($3)
🐐 Bring quarters to feed to farm animals
👶🏻 Stroller and wagon friendly
🧺 Pack a lunch or purchase from the onsite concession stand
🍦 Grab an ice cream cone to enjoy while watching the blacksmith hard at work
🎃 Come in the spring to see flowers blooming and all the babies!

Have you checked out this unique farm?

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