by Cheryl | Apr 10, 2021 | hikes, places we PLAY
Do you love chasing waterfalls? I’ve always heard about South Elgin’s secret waterfall, Blackhawk Waterfall, (although quite honestly not so secret anymore) and since we were in the area I thought it would be the perfect time to go find it. So what’s...
by Cheryl | Apr 8, 2021 | Parks, places we PLAY
We love playground hopping and recently discovered the new South Ridge Park in Hoffman Estates. Not only does this park offer fun playground equipment but there’s also an obstacle course, a walking path, and a splash pad. Although we visited on a day when it was...
by Cheryl | Apr 4, 2021 | places we PLAY
Love art and nature? (You know we love our sculpture parks!) Then you’ll need to add the Laumeier Sculpture Park in St. Louis County to your list. Located on 105 acres, you’ll get plenty of fresh air and still stay safe. Getting started at Laumeier...
by Cheryl | Apr 3, 2021 | places we PLAY
I love flowers and nature so naturally a visit to the gardens is always a must! (I love my membership that gives reciprocal membership!) I heard the Missouri Botanical Garden was beautiful especially the Japanese Gardens so a visit here was a must. Absolutely...
by Cheryl | Mar 22, 2021 | places we PLAY
My family and I are continuing our farm animal visits and heard there was an alpaca farm located in Barrington, IL. Say what?!?! Once I heard this, I immediately scheduled a private tour with SafeHouse Farm Alpacas. I’m so glad to have visited these sweet...
by Cheryl | Mar 20, 2021 | places we PLAY
I’ve been on a search for fun animal encounters (stay tuned for the Chicago Parent article!) and found that people could walk goats at Nature’s Trail Yoga in Orland Park. How fun! I was able to preview this unique animal experience and can’t...
