Our third and final stop on our giant Great Ohio Lodges road trip (Hueston Woods and Shawnee came before it!) found us headed back towards home- and to Burr Oak Lodge & Conference Center. Centered around Burr Oak Lake, the views of the Ohio State Park and so many family-friendly activities that we were kept pleasantly occupied, the lodge is a perfect respite for folks … [Read more...] about Why Burr Oak Lodge Is The Perfect Melding of Relaxation and Activity
9 Adorably Modern Ways Hendricks County, Indiana Embraces its Past
Drive one tire into Hendricks County, Indiana, and you'll know you've traveled to someplace special. The county, just Northwest of Indianapolis proper, is not only filled with the booming sprawl of Indiana's capital city, but it refuses to move forward without looking at its rich past. Here's nine adorably modern ways Hendricks County, Indiana embraces its past- and why you … [Read more...] about 9 Adorably Modern Ways Hendricks County, Indiana Embraces its Past
The Nitro Methane Effect: Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals
I've been asked quite a bit this summer if I'm a racing fan. My first thought was always, "Uh, no?" Then I think about how many trips I've taken my family on in the past 12 months to check out a race: three. Three road trips to watch three different styles of racing. Would a non-fan head all over the country to catch a race? My answer? "Uh, no!" So what does that make me? A … [Read more...] about The Nitro Methane Effect: Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals
Packing for Halloween at Disney: Must Take Essentials and Tips
Planning any visit to a Disney theme park can be special and stressful at the same time. Depending on the time of year you visit you have plenty of things to take into account including temps, special events and parties, and whether you're a laid back kind of vacationer or want to try everything all at once. Here's tips and tricks from the family that's made 10 trips to Walt … [Read more...] about Packing for Halloween at Disney: Must Take Essentials and Tips
Beautifully Away and Unplugged at Shawnee Lodge
Stop two on our tour of all three Great Ohio Lodges was Shawnee Lodge & Conference Center and very different from Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center. The Kid and I learned all about relaxing and unplugging- and even what it's like to swim in the middle of a 63,000 acre forest! Disclosure: I was graciously hosted by Shawnee Lodge & Conference Center to … [Read more...] about Beautifully Away and Unplugged at Shawnee Lodge