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  • California Desert Hiking on the Canyon View Loop Trail in Whitewater Preserve

    Melissa / June 19, 2023

    Have you ever hiked in the desert? We recently hiked the Canyon View Loop Trail in the Whitewater Preserve near Palm Springs, CA and it was quite a different experience than hiking in…

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  • Visiting Iguana Island in Turks and Caicos

    Melissa / March 6, 2020

    Have you ever seen a wild iguana up close? If you visit Iguana Island in Turks and Caicos, also known as Little Water Cay, you will see many! Iguana Island is home to…

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  • Hikes, Playgrounds, and Views at Mt. Kearsarge’s Winslow State Park

    Melissa / June 2, 2018

    Last fall, the kiddos and I discovered Winslow State Park.  We were out and about and needed a place to stop for snacks and a little adventure, so I looked for nearby state…

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  • Elephant Head Hike in Crawford Notch, NH

    Melissa / May 15, 2018

    Looking for a short, easy hike with some pretty nice views? Make sure to check out Elephant Head in Crawford Notch! We hiked this the day after we climbed Mt. Willard, and it…

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  • Exploring the Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, MA

    Melissa / May 7, 2018

    Looking for an outdoor adventure near Boston? Definitely check out the Blue Hills Reservation in Milton.  I have to admit that I was skeptical when my friend Brit suggested that we take a…

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    Things to do in New Hampshire with Kids!

    Melissa / April 27, 2018

    Looking for things to do in New Hampshire with kids?  Look no further!  There are so many things to do in New Hampshire with kids, you’re sure to find something for everyone! Below,…

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  • Earth Day Hike Up Mt. Pemigewasset in Franconia Notch

    Melissa / April 21, 2018

    Happy Earth Day Weekend!!  In celebration, we think Spring has finally decided to make an appearance; the sun was out and it was warmer than 40 degrees!  We took advantage of the gorgeous…

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    Hiking Gear We Love!

    Melissa / April 15, 2018

    I’ve recently been asked about some of the items we have found helpful on our hikes… so here are a few of our favorites! This is all hiking gear that we use and…

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  • Boulders, Waterfalls, and Stairs at Flume Gorge

    Melissa / April 11, 2018

    It’s almost that time of year when NH State Parks start opening! We are eagerly waiting for this cold weather and snow (yes, we got snow last night) to be replaced with some…

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  • Cows, Trails, and More Cows at Stonewall Farm in Keene

    Melissa / April 3, 2018

    Last spring, on one of the first warm days, my mother-in-law suggested that we take the kiddos to Stonewall Farm in Keene.  Stonewall Farm is a working dairy and provides organic milk for…

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Hi! Thanks for visiting my site! I’m Melissa, a wife and mom of 2 living in New Hampshire.  My goal is to make sure that my family has lots of adventures; for us, life experiences create the best memories and most smiles.  This blog is my way of sharing some of the adventures that put the biggest smiles on my kiddos’ faces!

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