Tag: georgia
Gone Fishing–With Kids–12 Tips To Keep You Sane
Going fishing on the Tennessee River was one of the first dates I had with my husband–I fell in love with him watching him fillet some fish in the backyard. Even still, fishing isn’t my first pick of weekend activities, but it is my husband’s and the boy’s. I’ll bring the snacks and take the …
James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park
This state park is the former mining site of the Georgia Marble Company, and it has it all. Two stocked lakes to fish, and ducks to feed. Kayaks and pedal boats to rent. Enough to make it impossible to get two boys to head toward the trail entrance. There are five miles of trails to …
Shirley Miller Wildlife Trail & Dissecting a Flower
My first trip into the wilderness was to a little preserve in North Georgia called the Shirley Miller Wildlife Preserve. Calling it the wilderness is generous, but it was a great reentry back into the outdoors with two toddlers in tow. It was gorgeous in early April with all the wildflowers in full bloom. Most …
Cloudland Canyon State Park
This one has all the potential to be a fantastic day. The views are gorgeous. If you were wanting a trip to Acadia National Park but got North Georgia instead, don’t be discouraged. This is one of the largest state parks in Georgia and it does not disappoint—at least, not the adults in the group. …
Betsy Hibbett 