This holiday season may feel and look a little different but that doesn’t mean there can’t still be holiday magic. This season take a trip to Six Flags Great Adventure to experience Holiday in the Park. It is a safe, family friendly event you won’t want to miss! Holiday in the Park takes place now … [Read more…]
Updated for 2021! This holiday season may look and feel a little different but that does not mean the fun has to stop! In fact, several exciting ways to enjoy some holiday cheer are popping up all over NJ (and beyond). A popular activity for families this summer was drive through events. This holiday season, … [Read more…]
Updated for 2021! I absolutely LOVE fall! I love the sights, the smells, and all the fun fall experiences. Luckily, as a New Jersey resident, there are so many amazing fall adventures to choose from. From haunted attractions to nighttime corn mazes to pumpkin picking, there is something for everyone to enjoy. In this post, … [Read more…]
With so many days inside our homes, New Jersey is determined to move around! Talking to colleagues, researching online, and brainstorming with friends, there is a focus to be outdoors as we still struggle with a global pandemic. As parents, we wonder what allows our families to be safe as we visit destinations but at … [Read more…]
Adventure Awaits! There is nothing like the outdoors! It allows you to take a deep breath of fresh air and find some peace and tranquility. Whether it is hiking, camping, or fishing, New Jersey offers many opportunities for families to explore. In this post, we have compiled our many outdoor posts to help encourage you … [Read more…]
From the moment the weather got nicer and the parks reopened, my family was out the door and ready for adventure. As a Sussex County resident, we have explored Liffy Island a few times and have always loved it. We even hiked there with our Cub Scout Pack to earn a patch. It is the … [Read more…]
Let’s Go Wild There are so many opportunities in NJ (and the surrounding areas) for families to explore the world of animals, reptiles, birds, insects, and more! As stated in our article Benefits of Visiting a Zoo, zoos allow children to grow and develop through discovery and exploration. Aquariums allow families to learn through exploration … [Read more…]
There is nothing like encountering a waterfall during a hike to perk your spirits and energize you for the remainder of the adventure. Schooley’s Mountain offers a two tier waterfall that can be found through a calm stroll starting from Lake George or, for those who want a challenge, you can scale the rocky terrain. … [Read more…]
Updated for 2022! While we have loved visiting sunflowers in New Jersey, we realized that there are other floral experiences in the garden state. Known for so many health benefits, lavender was a favorite scent of the original blue eyes himself Frank Sinatra, and it really does have a lovely rich scent. From cooking to … [Read more…]
From the moment the weather got nicer and the parks reopened, my family was out the door and ready for adventure. Despite all the fun places we have been, hiking was not something we had done much of, until now that is! In one of the NJ hiking groups I belong to, I learned about … [Read more…]