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Candida

Until my son was born a few years ago, I was a diehard motorcycle enthusiast who traveled the globe. As a Marketing Specialist and Brand Ambassador for Harley-Davidson for over a decade, I lived and worked all over North America. Now, grounded as a first-time mom, I share my love for outdoor adventure with my son and extended family in the Smoky Mountains... and beyond. I hope you find my travel tips and recommendations helpful!

Take Baby’s Car Seat On A Plane: How I Made A Car Seat Dolly From A Luggage Cart… A Stroller & Car Seat In One!

Want to take a car seat on a plane, rather than checking it as baggage? I made a portable car seat dolly (using a cheap luggage cart) to make a stroller!

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Hiking With Baby: How To Find Hiking Trails That Are Baby-Friendly (And Dog-Friendly) + Tips For Exploring Nature With Your Toddler

I usually hit the hiking trail with my son on my back and my 2 dogs by my side. Here are my best tips for hiking with baby + A list of the essentials you REALLY need to take.

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My Tips For Hiking Ozone Falls, Getting The Best View Of The Waterfall, Picnicking, And Swimming There With Kids & Dogs

With 2 dogs and 2 kids, we go hiking, swimming, picnicking, and sightseeing at Ozone Falls - one of my favorite Tennessee waterfalls! Good to know before you go...

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What’s The Best Baby Hiking Backpack? My Review Of The Osprey Poco AG Plus Child Carrier vs. The Kelty Pathfinder 3.0 Hiking Baby Carrier

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Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing Review: What To Expect Your First Time River Tubing With River Rat In Townsend TN (Or With ANY Outfitter)

East TN is hot. Floating down the river with River Rat Tubing is a great way to cool down! I've been tubing with River Rat several times. Here's my review and some helpful first-time tubing tips.

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Spruce Flats Falls In East Tennessee: Here’s What It’s Like To Hike Spruce Flats Falls Trail AND What The Swimming Hole & Waterfalls Are Like!

The hike to Spruce Flats Falls is 1.5 miles round trip. With time spent at the swimming hole and waterfalls, it takes about 2 hrs. See my best tips before you go...

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What It’s Like Hiking The Benton Falls Trail In East Tennessee (…Plus A Few Things That Are Good To Know Before You Go!)

We hiked the Benton Falls Trail with a 2-year-old and 2 dogs. Here are directions to Benton Falls TN, what you'll find at Chilhowee Recreation Area, and what you'll see at the top & bottom of the falls.

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Hiking With Baby: How To Find Hiking Trails That Are Baby-Friendly (And Dog-Friendly) + Tips For Exploring Nature With Your Toddler

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Baby Beach Gear: The Ultimate Packing List For Baby’s First Time At The Beach

Taking baby to beach soon? See what I packed for my son's first trip to the beach. My list of must-have baby beach gear... the absolute necessities to pack!

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