Natalie F
RN who loves the outdoors, exploring, and appreciating what mother nature offers us. Into The Office, sustainability, reading, traveling, and spending time with my loved ones.
Catch a Sunset at Carmel Beach
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
4.7
It’s a dream of mine to live in Carmel-by-the-Sea. You might recognize Carmel because Clint Eastwood was the mayor from 1986 to 1988. An idiosyncrasy you may not know about Carmel is the fact that there are no street addresses on any house in Carmel. Everyone gets their mail at the post office, this was done to ensure people knew their neighbors. There are also no parking meters or street l...
Float on the Wisconsin River at Camp Rest Park
Poynette, WisconsinIf you come on a weekend expect there to be a crowd, but there is plenty of space for everyone. You can hang out on the shore, float in the water on an inflatable floatie, kayak, canoe, or spread out on one of the many sand bars close by. Depending on the time of year and level of the water, you can even walk to the closest sand bar without getting wet past your waist. Bring a cooler and spe...
Explore the Milwaukee Domes
Milwaukee, WisconsinOfficially called the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, this is a great stop to learn about some plants and take some photographs. You can even catch live music or a light show!
Location: Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory - 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Admission prices: https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/Parks/Explore/The-Domes
More info: https://milwaukeedomes.o...
Explore Luffenholtz Beach Park
Trinidad, CaliforniaOn a road trip with a friend in July of 2019, this beach came recommended to us. The tidepools, rocks cutting into the sea, and photography opportunities made it a spectacular stop. There are stairs down to the beach and we were the only ones at the park. If I remember correctly, it’s quite a narrow road to get here, so be cautious of oncoming traffic. Parking was free. Bring a picnic and soa...
Beach Day at Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve
Onemo, Virginia
4.0
I discovered Mathews, VA while watching Beachfront Bargain Hunt on HGTV! It’s a quiet county close to the coast. There is another beach in Mathews county, but this one is my favorite! It is a beautiful beach and it’s always been quiet the times I have been.
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/natural-area-preserves/bethel
No bathroomsMakes for a great beach to lay out at or walk alo...
Fish on Lake Wisconsin
Poynette, WisconsinIt is over 7,000 acres and has a maximum depth of 24 feet. There are several public boat landings if you are lucky enough to own a boat. For this specific adventure, you can fish right off County Rd. V in Poynette. It’s a scenic spot that can get busy, but if you go during the week it’s quiet and calm. Here, you'll have water on both sides of you!
Fish in Lake Wisconsin include
Largemout...
Wander through the Wynwood Walls
Miami, FloridaThere is so much to do in Wynwood, however, this adventure highlights the famous street art. Bonus for Covid times, most of it can be done outdoors! There are some indoor features, but that is definitely not the main attraction in my opinion.
The late Tony Goldman, a real estate developer who saw potential in neglected areas and made them more attractive and popular, is responsible for Wyn...
Hike Noland Loop Trail
Newport News, Virginia
4.8
4.8 mi
/ 154 ft gain
Great hike right in the city of Newport News. It is a loop trail that is 4.8 miles and has a moderate level of traffic.
Easy, good for all skill levels Pet friendly Water and wooded views with lots of shade throughoutClearly marked trail No bikesParking at Mariners Museum and at Lions Bridge; I parked at Mariners Museum and that’s where these directions send youBenches throughout the trail
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Ice Cream Cruise on Lake Union
Seattle, WashingtonMy family and I were in Seattle for a wedding and I believe my mom across this gem being advertised in either a newspaper or a magazine. We had a great time and it was an affordable way to get onto the water and something everyone of all ages could do. I love checking out houseboats, being on the water, and ice cream, so it was a win win for me! The Captain did a fun tour of Lake Union and an ...
Hike the Ice Age Junction Trail portion of the Ice Age Trail
Madison, Wisconsin
4.6 mi
This is an excellent trail right in the city of Madison and doing this portion made me very excited to continue hiking more of the Ice Age Trail in this area. The Ice Age Trail is more than 1,000 miles long and it follows the edge of the last continental glacier in Wisconsin.
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For this part of the trail I started at 220 McKee Rd. in Madison and needed to be done hiking within two ho...
Explore the Dunnottar Castle in Scotland
Aberdeenshire, United KingdomTo actually go into the castle (we did not do that, we just walked around the outside) you need to buy tickets AHEAD OF TIME ONLINE. It costs around £8 for an adult. Buy your tickets here. When we went we just walked around the outside of the castle and didn’t purchase a ticket.
Fun facts:
The rock the castle sits on is 440 million years oldEvidence of Picts living on the sea stack of Dunnic...
Stroll through Old San Juan
San Juan, Puerto Rico
5.0
*Puerto Rico’s history is very interesting. Exploring Old San Juan is fun, informative, and full of culture.
*There are unlimited options for food in Old San Juan, I recommend trying Mofongo, which is made from a plantain. Find a rooftop bar to take it all in (and maybe have a mojito or two!).
*Take pictures of the buildings and streets. It’s hard to find colors like this anywhere else in A...
Relax at Fintra Beach
54.635492,-8.488344, IrelandDown a steep hill you will find this magnificent sandy beach with clear water. If you come during swimming season there is a lifeguard. We were there in early March during a light rain and there were just a few other people walking along the beach like us. The bright color of the sand against the massive rocks make for an incredible foreground for Donegal Bay.
+Bathroom
If you are in the a...
Explore the Glasgow Botanic Gardens
Glasgow City, United KingdomThis was not quite as large as the Edinburgh Royal Botanic Gardens, but it’s still fun and worth a stop. Plus, it’s another free activity.
-Founded in 1817
-Indoor (“glasshouses”) and outdoor exhibits
-Koi pond
-Plenty of seating options
-Peaceful atmosphere with lots of areas to walk and explore
-There’s even a Tea Room open from April to September: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and in the winter fr...
Catch a Sunset at the Memorial Union
Madison, Wisconsin
5.0
Being a native Wisconsinite, I think the most quintessential thing to do in Madison is beers and a sunset at Memorial Union Terrace on Lake Mendota. There’s plenty more to do right at the Union too, including world famous ice cream, kayaking and other water sport rentals at Hoofer’s, live music, shopping, and even outdoor movies. The Union has it all! The Lakeshore Path (biking or walking) is ...
Explore Zaanse Schans
Zaandam, Netherlands
4.0
Even in the pouring rain we still spent about 2 hours here. It’s fun to walk around and check out the buildings; plus it’s a beautiful setting. This is considered an “open air museum;” a Dutch village was recreated via houses and windmills dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries.
Places you can check out:
The Albert Heijn museum shop/Museumwinkel Albert HeijnA bakery museum/The Gecroond...
Catch a Sunset at Alviso Marina County Park
San Jose, California
3.0
9 mi
/ 72 ft gain
This tranquil 20.6 acre park is open year round from 8am to sunset. It’s the gateway to the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. It is filled with boardwalks, trails, and all kinds of wildlife. I went here with the sole intent of catching a pretty sunset after a long week. I got to do just that and enjoyed a leisurely stroll through this park.
If you're looking for a hike,...
Spend a Day at the Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, California
4.2
*Unlimited photography options with the ferris wheel, beach, ocean, and sunsets
*Abundant people watching opportunities
*Plenty of ways to get a workout in including swimming, volleyball courts, running, or riding a bike
There is a bike and walking path that runs along the coast. One of my favorite things to do is walk the path and look at the beach houses to the north, or head south and chec...
Drive along Turnagain Arm
Anchorage, Alaska
5.0
This stretch of highway is just as beautiful (if not more!) as the famous Pacific Coast Highway on the west coast. You truly couldn’t ask for more. Beautiful mountains, glaciers, and water provide the scenery here.
There are dozens of pull off opportunities. The highway is marked with mile markers and there is even a book written about each of the mile markers and what is located at each sto...
Explore the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Anchorage, Alaska
5.0
You'll see tons of animals including bald eagles, bears, moose, muskox, lynx, reindeer, and wolves!
It's a conservation center so they have a great mission. It is located in Portage Valley and is surrounded by the Chugach Mountain Range and the Turnagain Arm Inlet.
Open 7 days a week, 10 am to 6 pm with last entry at 5 pm. You do have to buy tickets, which you can do ahead of time online or...
Hike Tracks in the Sand Trail at Jockey’s Ridge State Park
Nags Head, North Carolina
4.0
1.2 mi
This scenic trail is a 1.2 mile out and back hike that offers views of the dunes, the ocean, and Roanoke Sound. It’s a beautiful hike with 360 degree views. This is a must-do if you are in the Outer Banks area! Plus it’s one of the rare free state parks!
Informative and cool visitor center Free entryModerate level Bring plenty of water and sunscreen; there is pretty muc no shadeDogs allowe...
Milagra Overlook Trail
Pacifica, California
5.0
2.51 mi
/ 558 ft gain
Found this hike with some friends after spending some time googling in my car when we were in the area looking for a quick hike with a view!
Dog friendly Free parking (but quite limited) Ocean views Known to have gorgeous wildflower blooms (we were not there during this)Porta-potty type toilet availableLots of history to this area that can be found here Trail map
Head on over to one of Pac...
Kerry Cliffs
51.869247,-10.380680, Ireland
1.33 mi
/ 200 ft gain
Along the famous Ring of Kerry drive, you’ll come across the extremely underrated Kerry Cliffs. They are over 400 million years old and stand 1,000 feet above The Wild Atlantic.
Like so much of our trip to Ireland it was a torrential downpour when we were here. We were the only people at the cliffs. We walked around for less than an hour as we had literally never been more wet in our live...
Relax at Haven Beach
Diggs, Virginia
4.0
I discovered Mathews, VA while watching Beachfront Bargain Hunt on HGTV! It’s a quiet county close to the coast. One of the beaches close to Mathews is Haven Beach. It’s an uncrowded beach with parking and a bathroom (porto potty style).
There’s not much in Mathews, but there is a 7-Eleven that has delicious slushies!
State Rte 645, Diggs, VA 23045
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