During the month of June, Georgia celebrates anglers & fishing with Free Fishing Days and lots of fun Kids Fishing Events. You don’t need a fishing license to have a ‘reel’ good time, in GeorgiaContinue reading
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Okefenokee Hiking Trails – Cane Pole Trail, Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
We start our Okefenokee morning with a stroll along the Cane Pole Trail. The trail begins at the east entrance parking lot in Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. My sons love this half-mile of trail that serves as aContinue reading
Three crafty bird feeders to make for winter
On the third day of Christmas, Mother Nature gave to me…. lots and lots of birds! Feeding birds, in the winter, can help them survive and help you bring nature indoors. Bird Seed Ornaments EverContinue reading
Tracking raccoon on the banks of Allatoona Creek
We found some raccoon tracks, on our #HikeOnHumpDay. The banks of a creek, like Allatoona Creek, are generally a great place to find animal tracks because of the wet sandy or muddy ground. Unfortunately, IContinue reading
Seasonal Learning: 20 Things to Learn This Fall
There are some things that are better taught during certain seasons. Here are some seasonal learning prompts, for fall / autumn. Visit my Seasonal Fall Learning and Fun Pinterest Board for more information on theseContinue reading
Get Outdoors at Sweetwater Creek for FREE kayaking, wildlife demos, disc golf + more
Join Georgia Family Explorers, 365 Atlanta Family and me on Saturday, June 14 from 10am-3pm, at Sweetwater Creek State Park for FREE outdoors fun. Some of the family-friendly activities include kayaking, intro to archery, wildlife programs,Continue reading
Leaving the nest! A story about moms & children, illustrated by birds.
This morning was overcast and windy. The trees were dripping with the remnants of last night’s storms. I was on my front porch, tending to some of my garden babies who happen to still beContinue reading
Gear up for National Wildlife Week with Family Activities, Educational Resources and more
It’s the National Wildlife Federation’s annual, “National Wildlife Week!” (March 17-23, 2014). This year’s theme is water and we’ll be learning the importance of water for wildlife and humans, alike. How appropriate that myContinue reading
Homemade Birdseed Ornaments
These make a nice simple gift, this time of year. They’re also good for attracting birds to the yard for nature journal viewing. I found the original recipe at saltwater-kids.com & added some more flour.