Tag: toddlers
Picture Books for your Outdoorsy Tot

I’m always trying to discover the best books for the outdoorsy little boys in my life. We have a few in the rotation that are our current nighttime reads–and would love suggestions on some new ones. We’re fans of both the classics and new releases. If you’re looking for a new picture book for a …
Mammoth Cave National Park with Kids

When I think of caves, I think of going to Cumberland Caverns on a Gypsy Trip with the Camp Marymount girls from “Tin Roof” cabin. I remember what a stalactite and stalagmite are from that trip—but that’s about it when it comes to the cave. Mainly, what I remember is the bus ride there singing …
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 …
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. …
Booker T. Washington State Park

The boys and I set out in the morning to throw rocks in some water. Since I set the family goal to see as many state parks as possible. We drove twenty minutes down the road to Booker T. Washington. Of course, the second we drove into the parking lot they both spotted a playground. …