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Top Things to Do Near Bass Lake California

December 26, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel Leave a Comment

Planning a visit to Bass Lake, California?

I’m sharing more about some of the area attractions and top things to do near Bass Lake.

Bass Lake is located around 30 minutes from the south entrance of Yosemite National Park. This is a beautiful area to explore before or after your visit to the National Park for the whole family.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Adventures with Water, Family Adventures, Featured, Outdoor Adventure, Travel Tagged With: Bass Lake, California, Gold Rush, Mariposa Grove, The Pines Resort, Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, Yosemite National Park

Guide for Visiting Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias in Yosemite National Park

December 14, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel 1 Comment

If you’re planning a visit to Yosemite National Park you’ll want to allow extra time for a visit to Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.

As the home to over 500 mature giant sequoias, Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is truly a gem at Yosemite National Park and a wonder to see up close. 

Mariposa Grove is definitely worth visiting and I’m sharing what you need to know before you go.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Family Adventures, Featured, Outdoor Adventure, Travel Tagged With: California, Mariposa Grove, Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, sequoia tree, Yosemite National Park

Essential Tips for Visiting Yosemite National Park

December 8, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel 1 Comment

It can be a bit overwhelming if you’re trying to plan a visit to Yosemite National Park if you only have 1 day to explore.

I’m sharing tips for visiting Yosemite National Park and how to make the most of your day trip.

If you have extra days to spend at Yosemite National Park these tips can also help you prioritize and optimize your time in the park.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Family Adventures, Featured, Outdoor Adventure, Travel Tagged With: California, El Capitain, National park, road trip, Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Valley

Awesome Things to Do in Silver Springs, Florida

November 15, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel Leave a Comment

If you are looking for a great day trip, there are so many fun things to do in Silver Springs, Florida.

Silver Springs is in north central Florida, conveniently located less than 1.5 hours from Crystal River, Daytona Beach and downtown Orlando.

This is a great destination for outdoor adventure filled with natural beauty at every turn.

One of the best things about visiting Silver Springs, Florida is that you can have multiple adventures in one day.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures with Animals, Adventures With Friends, Adventures with Water, Animal Encounters, Family Adventures, Featured, Outdoor Adventure, Travel Tagged With: clear kayak, Florida, Florida State Parks, Juniper Springs, manatee, natural springs, Silver springs, Silver springs state park, wild monkeys

Relax at the Rooftop Igloo Bar at Braxton Brewing Co. Near Cincinnati, Ohio

November 5, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel 2 Comments

If you are looking for a unique dining experience as winter approaches, you need to check out the rooftop igloo bar at Braxton Brewing Company.

The outdoor space for the igloos provides a fun evening out with friends or makes a date night a little more magical with views of the city in the background.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Cincy/NKY Area, Featured, Food Adventures, On A Date Adventures, Outdoor Adventure, Winter Activites Tagged With: Braxton Brewing Company, Cincinnati, Covington, igloo, igloo bar, igloobar

3 Gold Rush Towns in California to Visit (Only 1+ Hour From Yosemite NP)

November 3, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel 2 Comments

If you’re road-tripping to Yosemite National Park there are a few Gold Rush towns in California worth visiting along the way.

I’m sharing more about the top things to do in Jamestown, Sonora, and Columbia, including the best places to eat and drink.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Family Adventures, Featured, Historical Sites, Outdoor Adventure, Travel Tagged With: California, Columbia, Columbia Historic State Park, Gold Rush, Gold Rush Town, Jamestown, road trip, Sonoma, Yosemite National Park

Don’t Miss the Mt. Washington Pumpkin Chuck

November 1, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel Leave a Comment

I found out about the Mt. Washington Pumpkin Chuck from a friend’s Instagram many years ago.

After Halloween, everyone always has lots of pumpkins around and what better way to get rid of them than launching them across a field from a catapult!

I knew our family how to experience this adventure for ourselves!

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Filed Under: Adventures With Friends, Cincy/NKY Area, Family Adventures, Outdoor Adventure, Special Event/ Exhibits Tagged With: catapult, Mt. Washington, pumpkin, pumpkin chuck, Pumpkin chunk

Ohio Road Trip Getaway- 1.5 hrs from Cincinnati and Columbus

October 19, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel Leave a Comment

Highland County is located around 1.5 hours from Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio and offers outdoor adventures and more for a day trip or weekend getaway.

I’m sharing more about fun things to do on your Ohio road trip around Highland County.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Adventures with Water, Fall Travel, Family Adventures, Featured, Outdoor Adventure, Travel Tagged With: cave, Cincinnati, Columbus, corn maze, Highland County, Ohio, Ohio road trips, Visit Highland County

Tips for Your 1st Visit to Land of Illusion Aqua Adventures

July 23, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel 10 Comments

If you live in the Cincinnati Metro, you don’t have to travel far for your own Wipeout water experience.

Land of Illusion has been making people scream for years during their Haunt Season but at their summer attraction, Aqua Adventures waterpark, the only screams that you’ll hear are pure JOY!

I’m sharing tips and what to expect during your first visit to this awesome inflatable floating obstacle course.

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Filed Under: Family Adventures, Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Adventures with Water, Cincy/NKY Area, Extreme Adventures, Featured, Outdoor Adventure, Summer, Travel, Uncategorized Tagged With: aqua adventures, inflatable water park, land of illusion, Middletown, obstacle course, summer, waterpark

Fun Things to Do at Adventures on the Gorge in West Virginia

July 21, 2022 By Nedra McDaniel Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for a great getaway with family or friends, Adventures on the Gorge in West Virginia offers an assortment of fun things to do for all ages.

Adventures on the Gorge Resort is located on 350 acres of land encompassing the rim of the New River Gorge National Park, offering scenic views and a convenient location to nearby attractions.

There is no shortage of beautiful scenery and outdoor adventures in the New River Gorge National Park.

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Filed Under: Adventures, Adventures With Friends, Adventures with Water, Extreme Adventures, Family Adventures, Featured, Outdoor Adventure, Summer, Travel, Zip line Tagged With: Adventures on the Gorge, New River Gorge, New River Gorge Bridge, New River Gorge National Park, outdoor adventure, West Virginia, white water rafting, Zipline, Ziplining

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