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We traveled to Utah in the middle of May to hike the Utah Mighty 5 with G Adventures. Please check the weather and plan your specific packing list accordingly. Our temperatures ranged from 29 – 85 degrees. We had conditions of rain sprinkles, to quick rain down pours to winds, clouds, and bright sun. The …

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It’s hard to believe that in just a few days over one week, we will be embarking on a journey that has been on our bucket list for years: hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. My husband is confident in his abilities to be able to finish the Inca Trail; my pre-trail experience is …

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In this blog post, we’ll recount our adventure of hiking the Long Leaf Loop Trail, sharing the beauty, challenges, and triumphs of our journey. Nestled in the heart of Georgia, F.D. Roosevelt State Park offers outdoor enthusiasts a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in nature. It is …

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Life is full of adventures, isn’t it? Just when you think you’ve seen it all, something new pops up and redefines your perspective. Well, brace yourself because we are about to embark on a narrative journey to the heart of Georgia – specifically, a hike at Kennesaw Mountain. This week’s hike was an absolute humdinger, …

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Sometimes the best trips are those decided on a whim, driven by a spontaneous desire to escape from the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary; an awesome trip hiking in the north Georgia mountains. And that is exactly what brought us to Suches, Georgia, during a long, glorious 3-day weekend. Through a serendipitous find on AirBnB, …

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Day 1 Arrival to Denver We arrived to Denver Saturday morning. We picked up our rental car and headed to Estes Park where our “base camp” was for our 3 days of hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park. Drive from Denver to Estes Park As we drove from Denver to Estes Park, the colors and …

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A Parent’s Guide to Empty Nest Syndrome Congratulations, you’ve done it! One thing for sure is that your kids will grow up and most likely move out of the house. But now that the house is empty, you’re feeling a little lost (and maybe even a little lonely). If this sounds familiar, don’t worry—you’re not …

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Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park Franklin D Roosevelt State Park is a great place for hikers with over 40 miles of trails. We recommend starting at the visitors center (there is a bathroom there). Before you exit the park, make sure you stop Dowdell Knob for an amazing view. FDR spent a lot of time picnicking …

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Empty Nesters – Time to travel We are a blended family, so we never got to experience a child-less vacation or honeymoon. As the kids were growing up, we travelled as a family; however, there were many obstacles though to traveling with 6 people. School schedules, sports, and social events seemed to get right in …

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