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Bloodsuckers: Legends to Leeches- An Inside Look at the Field Museum Exhibit
Visiting the Field Museum is always an adventure, but our recent trip was particularly memorable. We were there with Josh’s coworkers for a meeting and had a chance…
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From One End of the State to Another: May 2024 Recap & Reflections
May has come and gone, so it’s time to recap and reflect on our second month on the road- well, kind of, because we only spent part of…
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Fort Massac State Park Campground Guide & Review
Thinking about camping at Fort Massac State Park? We had a two-week stay, and we’ve got plenty to share. Nestled along the Ohio River in Illinois, this park…
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Exploring the Ancient Wonders of Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site
While camping at Fort Massac, we took a trip to Cairo, IL, and discovered the quickest route was through Kentucky. On the way back, we decided to stop…
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A City at a Confluence: Visiting Cairo, Illinois
People warned us not to go to Cairo. But we did anyways. And yes, we found destruction and decay. But we also found hope. Hope from the people…
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Quest Accepted: Discover the Magic of Boo Castle Park
During our April trip to Carbondale for the solar eclipse festivities, we checked off a must-see spot from my Atlas Obscura bucket list: Boo Castle Park. Officially known…
