Abraham Lincoln Homestead, in New Salem village, prior to his life in politics.

Visiting New Salem State Park

This post was most recently updated on October 9th, 2018.   Being born and raised in The Land of Lincoln, you would think I would have visited New Salem Village many times.  I have been fortunate to take school field trips to the location where Abraham Lincoln, the nation’s 16th president, is buried. As an adult, I have visited Gettysburg National […]

View from Waterfall at the Sink Hole, Falling Waters State Park, Florida.

Falling Waters State Park, Florida

This post was most recently updated on October 26th, 2017.   By Barbara Lindsoe Falling Waters State Park is located 3 miles south of Chipley, Florida.  It is easily accessible from I-10.  Twenty-four full facility camp sights, equipped with electricity, fresh water, picnic tables and grills and a clothesline, are available for campers.  The restrooms and showers have recently been updated. […]

Lincoln Homestead, prior to his life in politics.

Glorious US State Parks, Beautiful Budget Travel

This post was most recently updated on October 9th, 2018.   The National Parks of the United States are well known around the globe, but what is not as commonly known is that the country also boasts an amazing network of US State Parks.  An astonishing number of state parks are filled with small natural wonders, are well maintained, and visiting […]