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Visit Local State Parks – State by State, Illinois State Parks {Spotlight} #BayouTravel

July 12, 2016 by Maria

Visit Local State Parks – State by State, Illinois State Parks {Spotlight}  #BayouTravel

Today we include Illinois in our A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. For those of you not familiar with our 50 week series, Blogging Babies and the Bayou will take readers into a new state every week and feature local State Parks. My mission is to open the eyes of many readers and give a small glimpse of what your own state may offer. If you haven't included Illinois into your U.S travel bucket list, then get ready to brag a pen and paper to make it official! Enjoy our Walk in the Continue Reading

Visit Local State Parks – State by State, Hawaii State Parks {Spotlight} #BayouTravel

June 28, 2016 by Maria

Visit Local State Parks – State by State, Hawaii State Parks {Spotlight}  #BayouTravel

Welcome to another week of our special series, A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. In this series, we explore a different state and learn about its local state parks. This week we will be visiting the state parks of Hawaii. You may not be familiar with these wonderful parks and all they have to offer even if you live there. Please join us on a journey through each of the 50 states to explore some of the state parks that you may not know about. Now it's time to learn about some of Hawaii's Continue Reading

Visit Local State Parks –State by State, Dive into Delaware State Parks {Spotlight} #BayouTravel

June 7, 2016 by Maria

Visit Local State Parks –State by State, Dive into Delaware State Parks {Spotlight} #BayouTravel

We are continuing our weekly series, A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight today with Delaware. Each week we will visit a new state and learn about the local state parks. You may live in a state all of your life and not be aware of the amazing parks it has to offer. So, I would love to take my readers on a journey through each of our states to explore some of theState Parks. Enjoy our Walk in the Park. Thomas Jefferson called Delaware a "jewel" among the rest of the country. This gave Continue Reading

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November 23, 2015 by Maria

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Disclosure: The following is a sponsored post. All opinions and thoughts are always my own. ‘What are men to rocks and mountains?’ Jane Austen It's one of my favorite lines from Pride & Prejudice and such an important part of my life! My family and I are off to another adventure. This week we are in East Tennessee hiking trails and enjoying the outdoors in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It's our annual retreat and this year we are determine to hike at least 10 trails in Continue Reading

Camping Chat: Best Campsites in Grand Canyon North or South Rim #BayouTravel

October 13, 2015 by Maria

Camping Chat: Best Campsites in Grand Canyon North or South Rim #BayouTravel

There are two sides to the Grand Canyon to camp out – the North or South Rim. Most people will choose one depending on how difficult of a hike they have planned including Rim-to-Rim or the hardest Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim. If you are not a hiking enthusiast but just want to see the breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon, there are a few different camping opportunities for you. The Grand Canyon sits in northern Arizona and the Colorado River snakes through beautifully at the bottom. The Grand Canyon Continue Reading

{Surviving & Thriving} Camping with Kids – Children’s Camping Themed Printables #BayouTravel

August 27, 2015 by Maria

{Surviving & Thriving} Camping with Kids – Children’s Camping Themed Printables #BayouTravel

If you go way back in your file cabinet of memories, you might remember some of your favorite childhood memories - Camping. My 1st camping adventure involved my Los Angeles Girl Scout Troop while my husband has been camping his entire life. I hate to use the excuse that times have changed, but they have. Gone are the days that families spent their summer vacation outside a them park or resort. I'm not one to criticize, I love theme parks and resort amenities but there is a satisfying feeling one Continue Reading

Come Celebrate Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park​ – 40th Anniversary​ ​in Robert, LA ​#BayouTravel #Spon

April 17, 2015 by Maria

Come Celebrate Yogi Bear’s  Jellystone Park​ – 40th Anniversary​ ​in Robert, LA ​#BayouTravel #Spon

Disclsoure: The following is a sponsored post. All opinions and thoughts are my own. Please see disclosure section for additional information. Last summer my family and I had to pleasure of camping at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park​ ​in Robert, LA. Since my family and I enjoy camping, we were thrilled to know we can have some family fun, so close to the New Orleans Metro area. We loaded up the minivan, threw the bikes in the truck and waited for the kids to get off the school bus one Friday Continue Reading

What you need to know before buying your next RV #BayouTravel

January 15, 2015 by Maria

What you need to know before buying your next RV #BayouTravel

Our family has many camping memories, in fact, my son learned to ride a bike without training wheels because he wanted that freedom bike riding and camping provides to young children. We have camped with tents, cabins and of course an RV. Almost every holiday (from Mardi Gras to Halloween) was spent at a campground. While we loved owning an RV, it's not the perfect choice for every family. But is a n RV right for you? Is the road calling your name? You may be thinking about buying an Continue Reading

6 Outdoor Items You Need Before Your Next Camping Trip #BayouTravel

December 10, 2014 by Maria

6 Outdoor Items You Need Before Your Next Camping Trip #BayouTravel

My family and I love to camp especially during the cooler months. For us, aside from being mosquito-free, not being overheated is a major factor but bracing the elements is always challenging. One thing you should always do when planning an upcoming camping trip is prepare! When you head out into the wild, the last thing you want to do is be ill-prepared. While some folks head out into the wilderness and pop up their campers, others like to go out and rough it a little bit. For those Continue Reading

Planning an Upcoming Camping Trip? Camping Trip Organization Tips #BayouTravel

August 2, 2014 by Maria

Planning an Upcoming Camping Trip? Camping Trip Organization Tips #BayouTravel

Planning a camping trip, particularly one that will go on for longer than a weekend can take a lot of work. There are a lot of supplies that you need when camping that you would not normally take with you on a trip. All of this extra “stuff” means that you need to be pretty organized in order to fit everything in the car, and to make sure you don't forget anything. The camping organization tips below can help you pack quickly and take the stress out of planning your next camping trip. Make a Continue Reading

Wildlife Viewing at Custer State Park: South Dakota’s Largest and First State Park #BayouTravel

July 21, 2014 by Maria

Wildlife Viewing at Custer State Park: South Dakota’s Largest and First State Park #BayouTravel

Millions of people visit Custer State Park each year. Most come because of its close proximity to Mt. Rushmore, first-class fishing in its many lakes, and campgrounds in gorgeous mountain settings, but perhaps one of the best reasons to visit Custer State Park is for their abundant wildlife. Custer State Park is home to an 18-mile Wildlife Loop Road that begins at the State Game Lodge within the park and runs to the Blue Bell Lodge. A trip along this loop anytime of day is sure to reward Continue Reading

Packing Light for an Extended Camping Trip #BayouTravel

July 14, 2014 by Maria

Packing Light for an Extended Camping Trip #BayouTravel

When you're setting off on an extended camping trip, it can be tempting to pack everything but the kitchen sink The reality though, is you won't use half of it, and you'll be better off packing lighter. The lighter you pack, the more room you have in your vehicle, and the less you need to worry about unpacking and repacking each time you stop at a new location. There are a few tips that can really help you pack light when your headed off on an extended camping trip. Bring One Week's Worth of Continue Reading

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