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Duvall in the Smokies: Camping Near The Great Smoky Mountains

As summer dwindled to an end, we decided last August to squeeze in one last camping trip.  It wasn’t hard to choose an area to explore.  Adventure was calling us to one of our favorite destinations (and the most visited National Park in the country), the Great Smoky Mountains.  With all the visitors Read more…

By Christina Wells, 3 years3 years ago
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Growing up, my husband’s family traveled to the Smoky Mountains multiple times each year. After the winter holidays their large extended family often rented condos together.  In the summer months they camped at a number of the local campgrounds. So when we started dating (and eventually married) visiting the Tennessee area was Read more…

By Christina Wells, 5 years3 years ago
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Holliday Park in Indianapolis has so much to offer Holliday Park in Indianapolis has so much to offer!  An amazing nature center with hands on exhibits, trails to explore, and these awesome ruins moved from NYC to the park in the 1950s.  Made for a great afternoon.  #hollidaypark #indiana #indy #indianapolis #indyparks #explore #adventure #travel #parks #ruins #gardens #nature
On our way back home we visited the iconic Wall Dr On our way back home we visited the iconic Wall Drug in Wall, South Dakota.  So much to see and do there!  Emilie especially loved the photo props. 😋📸 #walldrug #southdakota #wallsouthdakota #roadtrip #explore #photoop #roadsideattraction #roadsideamerica #freeicewater #5centcoffee #travel #adventure #thewanderwells
For me the word “summer” brings to mind sunshi For me the word “summer” brings to mind sunshine, beaches, and camping.  Being from the Midwest, camping is easy to come by, but surprisingly so are beaches. 
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We had so much fun at the Leoma Lovegrove Gallery We had so much fun at the Leoma Lovegrove Gallery in Matlacha this afternoon.  The attached gardens are so funky and colorful!

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While the Moulton barns are on everyone’s to do While the Moulton barns are on everyone’s to do list when visiting the Grand Tetons, you really do owe it to yourself to see these in person.  #moulton #moultonbarn #grandtetonnationalpark #stunninggrandteton #grandtetons #wyoming #historicdistrict #history #travel #adventure #barn #barnwood #sagebrushflats #farm #mountains #nationalparks #landscapecapture #parkroamers #findyourpark  #thewanderwells
Don’t ever let a little rain ruin your day. We Don’t ever let a little rain ruin your day.  We actually think it added to the atmosphere when visiting the North Ludington Breakwater. Of course I’m sure it would look just as fantastic on a bright sunny day. 😊 #travelmichigan #midwestmoment #exploremichigan #lighthouse #adventure #travel #breakwater #ludington #ludingtonmichigan #coast #greatlakes #coastline #lakemichigan #playingintherain #puddlejumping
Did you know the largest children's museum in the Did you know the largest children's museum in the world is located in Indianapolis? We visited the Indianapolis Children's Museum today and had so much fun in the Sports Legends Experience! There are so many different sports and activities to try. We all had fun at the treehouse and racing pedal cars too!

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Yellowstone and Grand Tetons here we come! #rv #ca Yellowstone and Grand Tetons here we come!
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Discovered a new Indiana state park today. We rea Discovered a new Indiana state park today.  We really enjoyed exploring the natural and historic sites at Prophetstown.  The campgrounds are amazing also!  We’ll have to visit again once it’s warmer to check out the aquatic park too.

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What a great way to start the day! A boat ride to What a great way to start the day!  A boat ride to Elk Island and a fantastic breakfast with a fantastic view.  #grandtetons #grandtetonnationalpark #elkisland #grandtetonlodgecompany #jacksonlake #coulterbay #travel #island #adventure #stunninggrandteton #mountainmorningbreakfast #view #wyoming #findyourpark
An early morning hike through Red Rock was a welco An early morning hike through Red Rock was a welcome escape from the busy #Vegas .  Hard to believe this is only half an hour from the hustle and bustle of #vegasstrip .

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As a history geek, I've been wanting to visit Indi As a history geek, I've been wanting to visit Indiana's Spring Mill State Park for awhile now.  The pioneer village, wading creek, caves, boat tours, and inn did not disappoint.  We had such a fun time exploring!

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We’re back in the saddle and excited to be explo We’re back in the saddle and excited to be exploring again!  Mount Rushmore and the surrounding areas of South Dakota have been on our list for awhile now.  It’s great to finally experience them.  When looking for a unique family friendly adventure check out the stables at the Palmer Gulch KOA resort.

Palmer Gulch offers three different trail rides through the Norbeck Wildlife Preserve.  It’s a fun way to see this beautiful part of the Black Hills National Forest/Custer State Park.  And the staff is great at teaching the basics of horse riding to beginners and kids. 📸: @howeyeseeitphotography 
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Our first hike to Clingmans Dome. With 360 degree Our first hike to Clingmans Dome.  With 360 degree views of the Smokies and sunsets like this I definitely understand why it’s such a popular spot.  It might be a half mile uphill to get there but it’s worth it!

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We love visiting new places, but we also enjoy exp We love visiting new places, but we also enjoy exploring our own backyard.  This weekend we checked out the Christkindlmarkt in Carmel, Indiana.  This holiday bazaar features traditional German foods, music, and a marketplace of German goods. The atmosphere of craft stalls, outdoor ice skating rink, and thousands of Christmas lights is absolutely magical.  This is the second year Carmel has hosted this amazing event and our second year attending.  It’s definitely become a new family tradition.

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If you love history, or President Lincoln, or both If you love history, or President Lincoln, or both, then Springfield, IL has you covered.  There is so much learn about Lincoln’s life and it’s an honor to have paid respect at his final resting place.
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We were so amazed to see the murals at The Corn Pa We were so amazed to see the murals at The Corn Palace!  Created anew each year, these detailed images are made from 250,000 cobs of corn! 
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Every time we’ve driven to the Fort Myers area I Every time we’ve driven to the Fort Myers area I’ve noticed this green building.  This was the trip we finally checked out Sun Harvest Citrus.  It was a fun little stop with juice and citrus samples, a playground, gift shop, and ice cream.  The orange ice cream float was especially delicious!

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Visiting my old high school town of Delaware, OH a Visiting my old high school town of Delaware, OH and had to stop by one of the local favorites, Buns Restaurant.  If you’re ever around  north Columbus, it’s a great place for dinner!

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🎶🎵The best part of waking up, is hitching up 🎶🎵The best part of waking up, is hitching up your truck🎵🎶 On to the next adventure!

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