Junior Naturalists – Let’s Go Birding!

Saturday, March 30 | 9 – 10:30 am $25/ adult / child pair $15 additional adult (ages 14+) $12 additional child (13 and under) This program is designed for young birders ages 8 – 13 accompanied by an adult. This is not a drop-off program. Bird watching is a great way for families to spend …

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Lost Loon Triathlon

Lost Loon Triathlon is an untimed, family-friendly triathlon designed for people of all ages to get outdoors and have fun! Race teams will bike, tandem canoe and trail run or walk at Long Hunter State Park at the Couchville Lake recreation area on September 17, 2023. You can compete in all sports or divide them …

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cummins falls state park

Cummins Falls State Park

I’ve never written anything controversial on this site but this post may change that. Let me make something clear right up front. If you and your family have been visiting Cummins Falls for years and you love it and take all your friends, I think that’s great and I encourage you to continue making that choice …

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Beaches in Nashville and Middle Tennessee

Beaches in Nashville and Middle Tennessee

Nothing says “Summer Fun” quite like the feeling of sand between your toes. We may be miles away from the ocean but there are still lots of beaches in Nashville and Middle Tennessee. So grab your bucket and shovel and discover some beachy fun right in your own hometown. Beaches in Nashville and Middle Tennessee …

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Peach Jam Festival

What’s better than a Georgia peach on a hot summer day? The Nashville Farmers’ Market FREE annual Peach Jam festival! Join the market for a free, fun day of everything peachy, like fresh and juicy local peaches, boozy peach drinks, live music, food trucks, peach-themed crafts and specialty foods, a kids’ zone and more!

Cedar Creek Recreation Area

Cedar Creek Recreation area is a great family fun spot in Wilson County. The location on Old Hickory Lake includes a boat ramp and a campground. But the best part is the beach. Yep, a real sandy beach right here in Middle Tennessee. Depending on how mild the winter is, my kids have been able to swim …

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Old Hickory Trail

What Will You Discover at the Old Hickory Trail?

I really enjoy going out for nature walks but since kids appeared on the scene it has been difficult. Not many trails are stroller friendly. But I was lucky enough to find a trail system that is not only stroller friendly, but also great for little ones to walk and explore too! Old Hickory trail …

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