After leaving the somewhat boring city of Peoria, we headed northeast to the much smaller Illinois village of Manteno. Due to its size, we were a little concerned that there might not be that much to do in the area, but we needn't have worried. In fact, Manteno and the nearby … [Read more...] about Visiting Perry Farm Park, Bourbonnais IL
Animals
Stealthy Raccoon In Peoria IL Shows Why They’re Trash Pandas
I've been working on my photography during our travels. I love that each picture can tell a story. It's something I've always enjoyed, but now that I have more time to devote to it, I've learned so many new things and don't want to be without my camera. I've missed a few good … [Read more...] about Stealthy Raccoon In Peoria IL Shows Why They’re Trash Pandas
Free Zoo Number Two For You To Do In Madison – Woohoo!
It was a hot, beautiful day for our last morning in Wisconsin. I'd heard, while staying at the Super 8 in Wausau WI, that the FREE zoo in Madison WI was not to be missed. The Henry Vila's Zoo was much more zoo than park, especially when compared to Irvine Zoo near Eau … [Read more...] about Free Zoo Number Two For You To Do In Madison – Woohoo!
10 Things To Do In & Around Phillips, Wisconsin
After leaving Eau Claire WI, Shae, Truffles and I made our way northeast to Phillips. It's a small city with only ~1,500 people living there, so it's not what you'd call a bustling metropolis. That wasn't why we'd picked Phillips though. We'd wanted to visit somewhere further … [Read more...] about 10 Things To Do In & Around Phillips, Wisconsin
Off To The Races: The Annual Goat Derby At The Winery At Wolf Creek
"It's like the Kentucky Derby...but with goats." That's what I'd been saying for months when asked what I was most looking forward to this year. I'd say 'The Goat Derby!" and then get weird looks. This year was the 5th Annual Goat Derby to raise funds for local animal … [Read more...] about Off To The Races: The Annual Goat Derby At The Winery At Wolf Creek
Review: Rattlesnake Saloon In Tuscumbia, Alabama
Cassie at Sites & Bites published a post last month about fun stuff to do in North Alabama. One of the things on her list was eating at Rattlesnake Saloon in Tuscumbia. I'd added it to our list of possible things to do for when we'd be up in that region a couple of weeks … [Read more...] about Review: Rattlesnake Saloon In Tuscumbia, Alabama
Snouts Day Out At Rutland Farms In Tifton, Georgia
"If you photographed a pig snout like that cow nose, I'd buy it in an instant." It was this statement, plus my love of petting zoos, that led us to finding out about Rutland Farms, their marketplace and petting zoo. It was our final day near Nashville, Georgia and we were … [Read more...] about Snouts Day Out At Rutland Farms In Tifton, Georgia
You’ve Got To Be Kidding Me: A Gas Station And Petting Zoo In One!?
Yes, you herd me correctly. A gas station and a petting zoo. A farm and a Chevron gas station near Metter, Georgia have made it the best animal-themed exit in Georgia. Or maybe the world! It costs approximately $3.00 per adult to go to the fence that lines … [Read more...] about You’ve Got To Be Kidding Me: A Gas Station And Petting Zoo In One!?
10 Reasons We Loved Riverbanks Zoo In Columbia SC
Shae and I visited Riverbanks Zoo & Garden in Columbia SC a few days ago and loved it. Here are 10 reasons why we loved Riverbanks Zoo: 1) We Fed Giraffes The first thing we did when we entered the zoo was head straight to the giraffe enclosure. For $2 per person, you … [Read more...] about 10 Reasons We Loved Riverbanks Zoo In Columbia SC
Our Favorite Things In Melbourne, Australia
We ended up spending 10 full days in Melbourne on our trip down under. That's because we have some good friends who live there, so we wanted to maximize our time with them. We therefore didn't spend a huge amount of time in the city center; instead, most of it was spent in the … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Things In Melbourne, Australia