Oftentimes when we stay at hotels they list local events in the lobby. Never have we been so excited to see a listing than the Howl-o-ween Dog Trick-or-Treat at the West Virginia Botanic Garden. This was the first year they offered this event and it was just pawfection. … [Read more...] about Howl-o-ween Dog Trick-or-Treat At The West Virginia Botanic Garden In Morgantown, WV
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Hiking At Coopers Rock State Forest In West Virginia
One of the best parts of visiting West Virginia in October/November was getting to enjoy all the fall colors. One of the best places we found to see those colors was Coopers Rock State Forest. Coopers Rock State Forest is just outside of Morgantown WV and about 90 minutes … [Read more...] about Hiking At Coopers Rock State Forest In West Virginia
Visiting Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum In Weston, West Virginia
In addition to the New River Gorge Bridge for Bridge Day, one of the main tourist attractions in West Virginia is the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in Weston. Shae visited the former asylum something like ten years ago with one of her friends and found it really creepy, so I … [Read more...] about Visiting Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum In Weston, West Virginia
Our Day Trip Around New River Gorge National River – A National Park Site
Even though Bridge Day 2019 was a little chilly at times, it was sunny all day and so we got a great view of everything going on. The day after Bridge Day, we planned to go back to the New River Gorge, take the Fayette Station Road, and see more of the New River Gorge National … [Read more...] about Our Day Trip Around New River Gorge National River – A National Park Site
4 Weeks In Tennessee: What Should We Do?
A few days ago we asked for your suggestions of things to do in Washington D.C. as we made some (relatively) last minute changes to our upcoming plans. Well, after Washington D.C. we're heading down to Virginia for Thanksgiving and then on to Tennessee. We'll be spending four … [Read more...] about 4 Weeks In Tennessee: What Should We Do?
Bridge Day 2019: Crazy BASE Jumpers, Bridge Walk & More
10 years ago Shae and I moved from Virginia to California to be group home parents. We drove across the country as our job training was in Nebraska and our first stop along the way was in West Virginia. We saw a flyer for Bridge Day at the hotel and resolved to return one fall … [Read more...] about Bridge Day 2019: Crazy BASE Jumpers, Bridge Walk & More
12 Free Things To Do In Guildford, England
While I was back in the UK recently as part of the 40k To Far Away challenge, I spent several hours exploring Guildford. Guildford is a town in Surrey in southeast England that's close to where I grew up. Shae and I also lived there for a couple of years, so I thought it would … [Read more...] about 12 Free Things To Do In Guildford, England
12 Days In Washington D.C.: What Should We Do?
Our plans are changing again! Back in September we asked for your suggestions of things to do in Maryland this fall. Our original plan had been to spend the second half of November there, but then a couple of things happened. First, you all gave us a bunch of great … [Read more...] about 12 Days In Washington D.C.: What Should We Do?
A Quick Guide To The Historic Triangle (Jamestown, Williamsburg & Yorktown) In Virginia
One of the best things about visiting (or living in) Hampton Roads is that you're surrounded by history. The Historic Triangle - Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown - is a great way to see three historic locations. Historic Jamestowne This is one of my favorite things to do … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide To The Historic Triangle (Jamestown, Williamsburg & Yorktown) In Virginia
Visiting Historic Jamestowne In Virginia
"You just have to go to Jamestowne. You're English, it's the first permanent English settlement and I haven't been in years and years. It's kinda hokey* with everyone dressed up and stuff, but you gotta go!" What I'm about to reveal is an ongoing source of amusement and … [Read more...] about Visiting Historic Jamestowne In Virginia