The gravel crunches beneath our boots as we step onto the familiar trail. Red blazes lead the way to the New Manchester Mill Ruins on Sweetwater Creek. “Why do we go back to the sameContinue reading
Category: Georgia Outdoor Explorer
In Cook Den: Butterfly Garden with Boys
My most amazing, fantastic day began with a trip to the Butterfly Garden currently on exhibit at Smith-Gilbert Gardens. I took my boys along. Sean (14), my oldest, regaled us with appropriate science facts as ifContinue reading
Tour the Barrel Cabins of Unicoi State Park & Adventure Lodge
Home sweet home in Helen, Georgia for the next 3 nights! These barrel cabins at Unicoi are fantastic! #gastateparks #exploregeorgia #visithelenga A photo posted by Candy Cook (@happytrailtales) on May 25, 2016 at 1:13pm PDTContinue reading
Georgia, enjoy winter on these fun adventures
Stir crazy? Cabin Fever? Winter is no time to stay holed-up indoors! There are special adventures to enjoy during Georgia’s season of questionable weather. Glamping at Fort Yargo State Park I pride myself on beingContinue reading
A Little Grand Canyon Adventure in Georgia
Erosion began carving Providence Canyon after settlers resorted to poor farming practices in the 1800s. Despite being a man-made disaster, Providence Canyon is designated one of Georgia’s Seven Natural Wonders. Without seeing it, I balkedContinue reading
Inconsistency – Harvest 2016 Reflections & Explorers Log
Hi y’all! I’m treating myself and my friends to monthly reflections, this year. These are meant to help me keep track and make sense of things. I am one of those creative types that flourishContinue reading
3 stunning Georgia waterfalls you’ll love this fall
DeSoto Falls: Camp & picnic near this Georgia Waterfall This easy 2-mile hike follows along the banks of Frogtown Creek leading visitors to upper and lower DeSoto Falls. The out-and-back hikes are a great, family-friendlyContinue reading
12 perfect places in Georgia you need to see this fall
The seasons are changing and everyone is looking for the perfect places to enjoy the fall colors in Georgia. I have handpicked a few of my favorites to share with you. Sweetwater Creek StateContinue reading
3 of the best backcountry camps to explore in Georgia
Add these amazing Georgia destinations to your backcountry bucket list this fall and winter. Cloudland Canyon State Park Beginner Backpacking, Great for enjoying the beautiful fall colors of North Georgia Cloudland Canyon is a topContinue reading