visiting Lava Beds National Monument with kids

This summer we finally crossed something off that’s been on our travel bucket list for awhile. Our family loves trying to see all the federal and state lands around us that we can so we knew we had to visit Lava Beds National Monument. To be honest, I wasn’t expecting much but by the time… Continue reading visiting Lava Beds National Monument with kids

Mazama Campground review: Crater Lake camping

A few weeks ago our family went to Crater Lake for the second time. Last time we had only been able to visit for half a day and we knew we wanted more time. This time we rented a trailer and stayed for two nights inside the national park itself. Staying inside of Crater Lake… Continue reading Mazama Campground review: Crater Lake camping

nature-inspired felt garland for a baby nursery

During this pregnancy I’ve been drawn to all things National Park and nature. I can’t wait to share all the little baby items I’ve accumulated with you. But, today I’m excited to share a nature-inspired felt garland that I made for the baby’s nursery. Make sure you stick around to the end of the post… Continue reading nature-inspired felt garland for a baby nursery

see these national parks near Sacramento

Today I’m continuing my series of National Parks near major cities. My hope is that people that don’t live near a variety of National Parks like we do will be able to easily plan a trip to explore one of our beautiful National Parks! Today I’ll be sharing 5 National Parks near Sacramento–they’re all less… Continue reading see these national parks near Sacramento

tips for Pinnacles National Park with kids

Over Thanksgiving 2022 we decided to break with tradition and go camping. There was one last national park in California we hadn’t visited yet and I was anxious to cross it off our list. That’s how we found ourselves camping at Pinnacles National Park with the kids and enjoying a Thanksgiving meal of hot dogs… Continue reading tips for Pinnacles National Park with kids