by Brian Wesley | Sep 29, 2018 | Adventure, Family Hikes, Hike, History, National Park, Tour
Mammoth Cave National Park Mammoth Cave gets its name because it is quite literally miles and miles of caves. It sits in a national park located in Kentucky. The kids enjoyed climbing through the tunnels and hearing some of the history of Mammoth Cave. There are a... 
by Brian Wesley | Jun 9, 2018 | Adventure, Favorites, Hike, National Park, Southwest, Video
A co-worker and I were once crossing southern New Mexico when we saw White Sands National Monument nearby. We were ahead of schedule so we decided to stop for a quick break. When we entered the park it was flooded so we only got to see a tiny portion of the park. ... 
by Brian Wesley | May 12, 2018 | Adventure, Hike, History, Museum, National Park, Video
Mt Rushmore is one of those places that should be seen at least once. The first time I visited was during a work-related trip in the area. Interestingly enough, the city I was working in had to be evacuated because of a fast-moving fire. My co-worker and I... 
by Brian Wesley | Mar 3, 2018 | Gallery, History, National Park, New Orleans
When the British returned a second time to America to retake the rebel colonies the war became known as the War of 1812. Some of the war’s notable events included, major naval battles, the burning of Washington DC, the siege that encouraged the writing of the Star... 
by Tammy Wesley | Feb 3, 2018 | Favorites, History, National Park, Tour
Minuteman Missile National Historic Site is a piece of history not to be skipped or missed. I honestly didn’t think neither the kids nor I would be interested in a missile, but I was surprisingly wrong. We all REALLY enjoyed it and the kids were eager to share their... 
by Tammy Wesley | Jul 23, 2016 | Arches, Favorites, Food, Utah
If you are looking for a great places to eat in Moab, we recommend a few hotspots that are family-friendly, affordable, and very tasty. They’re popular and highly favored among tourists and locals. While there are a number of bakeries and cafes in Moab, we recommend... 
by Tammy Wesley | Dec 19, 2015 | Adventure, Family Hikes, Hike, Midwest, National Park
Spread across the plains of South Dakota lies a unique gem that is as well known for its fossils as its beauty… the Badlands. I was pleasantly surprised when we visited this summer. The colors and landscape are stunning in areas. And… it’s conveniently... 
by Brian Wesley | Nov 20, 2015 | Favorites, History, Museum, National Park, Philadelphia, Urban Exploration
When in Philadelphia you’ve got to stop by and see the Liberty Bell located at The Liberty Bell Center. You’ll probably only spend an hour or less here but it’s centrally located and it’s easy to park here and venture out to other places like... 
by Tammy Wesley | Oct 24, 2015 | Hike, National Park, Tour, Utah
Mt. Timpanogos boasts it’s beautiful splendor as it stands in the spotlight among the American Fork Canyon. Opened to the public in the early 1900’s, it serves as a constant reminder of the delicate nature of the formations found in the cave. Since it’s opening,... 
by Tammy Wesley | Sep 19, 2015 | Adventure, Arches, Family Hikes, Hike, National Park, Utah
Devil’s Garden was incredible! With about ten different arches to explore and enjoy, the tour can take about 4-5 hours. Many of these arches can only be reached by taking the primitive trail. A set of pit toilets and water fountains are available at the beginning of... 
by Katie Wesley | Sep 5, 2015 | Adventure, Family Hikes, Hike, National Park
Abram’s Falls From a teenager’s viewpoint: Abram’s Falls is one of the most gorgeous waterfalls I’ve ever seen! It has such a wonderful view and was totally worth the hike! Abram’s Falls is located in Cades Cove of the Great Smoky Mountains National... 
by Brian Wesley | Aug 22, 2015 | Favorites, Hike, Midwest, National Park, Video, Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park’s Old Faithful is pretty spectacular- even to the six year old. 🙂 We recently had the opportunity to visit Old Faithful and loved every minute of it. There are usually a lot of crowds surrounding the boardwalk but there was hardly anyone... 
by Tammy Wesley | Sep 9, 2014 | Favorites, History, National Park, Philadelphia, Tour
Philadelphia US Mint Address: 151 North Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106-1886 Website: USMint.gov The Philadelphia Mint is an excellent stop to make in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It’s in short walking distance from Independence Hall... 
by Brian Wesley | Apr 18, 2014 | California, History, Museum, San Francisco, Video
Part of the National Parks Service, the San Francisco Maritime Museum consists of several buildings spread over a block. They have 5 large ships (and a few smaller ones) and a sheltered swimming area. Our adventure only included three of the larger ships. If you... by Tammy Wesley | Mar 10, 2014 | Adventure, Favorites, Hike, History, Museum, National Park, Tour, Video
Mesa Verde is a unique National Park located in southern Colorado near the four corners area. Here during the 1100’s the Ancestral Puebloans fought against all odds to create an amazing city that sheltered an estimated 20,000+ people. There are actually several cave... 
by Brian Wesley | Jul 15, 2013 | Adventure, National Park, Tour, Video
Join our family as we enter through the natural entrance and share tips and our experience at Carlsbad Caverns. 
