Everyone dreads the moment your vehicle makes a sound it’s not supposed to. It happened to us in November when we noticed a noise coming …
Changing the Rear Wheel Studs on Our 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
A Kid-Friendly Weekend
If you’re looking for kid-friendly activities at a state park, look no further. Raven Rock State Park has several options that will get your kids …
Campground Curfews?
Ok, “curfew” might be a strong word, but there will be no late-night adventures when you’re staying at this campground. Keep reading to see what …
We Got Lost in the Woods
Some trips are more eventful than others. Between being (briefly) lost in the woods and seeing evidence of historic flooding, this trip included several unexpected …
You Can’t Beat These Views!
Pilot Mountain is a place with gorgeous views, extensive hiking, and starry skies. Plus, we found a campsite with a view of the mountain! Where …
Our Smallest State Park Campground
This weekend we visited a small state park campground and found big bugs and flooded trails. Despite that, we had a great time. Where We …
A Family Trip to the Zoo
This weekend, we took a family trip to the North Carolina Zoo. Keep reading for zoo travel tips and our thoughts about this convenient, kid-friendly …
Adventures Near Charlotte
For Labor Day weekend, we went west to Carowinds, an amusement park just outside Charlotte, NC. We also found a few dog-friendly hiking spots. Where …
Aiken and the Ocean
We almost stayed home this weekend. We were worried about flooded roads, setting up in pouring rain, and power outages. I’m so glad we went …
A Rare Trip North
We don’t often drive north. When we do, Virginia is about as far as we go. Between the potholes and the inevitable traffic, the roads …