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This past weekend my family and I were invited back to Tower Park Resort to experience their Halloween weekend. It was the perfect combination of camping, a family vacation, and some Halloween fun. Their Halloween-themed weekends are happening every weekend in October. In fact they just added the first weekend in November because demand was… Continue reading halloween glamping at tower park resort
Our family went to Jellystone Park a couple weeks ago and spoiler alert–we had the best time! Typically I don’t think of a campground as a destination in and of itself. However, that’s exactly what Jellystone Park in Lodi, California is. It’s an incredible family vacation without ever having to leave the campground. With 84 locations across… Continue reading 7 things not to miss at Jellystone Park-Tower Park
Last month we took a trip to Yosemite National Park as a family. After our plans for a campsite failed, we decided to try our first time glamping as a family. This wasn’t our first time going to Yosemite, and it was actually my second time staying at Half Dome Village. However, it was an… Continue reading family glamping at half dome village
Last week my seven year old when on his first overnight hike with his dad and grandpa–just three men from three different generations enjoying some time together outdoors. My son was so excited, but I know from previous experience taking our kids camping (without the hiking involved) or participating in other physical outdoor activities that… Continue reading preparing your child for their first overnight hike
There are some things that are just iconic summer to me. Long days spent slathered in sunscreen and swimming. Backyard parties with crisp watermelon. Enjoying an ice-cold Diet Coke® while camping. You probably know that I’m a big advocate for going camping, especially as a family. Whether it’s in our backyard or at a National Park, we… Continue reading DIY camping light tutorial with recycled items
