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Two boys walk toward the ocean on the sand. A pier is on the left.

HOW TO DAY TRIP TO HUNTINGTON BEACH FROM DISNEYLAND – A Mom’s Quick Guide

Disneyland is amazing – I know.  But, sometimes we all need a little beach break!  If you’re ready to play in the sand and surf, make your way west to Huntington Beach and the Pacific Ocean.  It’s less than 20 miles from Disneyland (about 30 minutes with no traffic) and is guaranteed fun for kids […]

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Boy with red backpack walks on a dirt trail in a lush, green forest. He's carrying a wooden walking stick.

QUICK GUIDE TO THE HOODSPORT STORYBOOK LOOP TRAIL FOR KIDS

Are you in the Hoodsport area and looking for a kid-friendly hiking trail? I’ve got one for you! The Hoodsport Loop trail has a small loop option called the Storybook Loop trail that’s perfect for a fun and whine-free walk with little kids in the gorgeous Olympic National Forest! Let’s take a quick look at

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Three boys hike on narrow dirt trail surrounded by bright green ferns, bushes, and trees.

OUR GUIDE TO HIKING THE STAIRCASE RAPIDS LOOP (Olympic National Park)

If you’re planning on visiting Staircase in the Olympic National Park, read through our quick (but thorough) guide to hiking the short-but-satisfying Staircase Rapids Loop. We’re a semi-local family.  I spent a lot of my childhood on the Olympic Peninsula – and now I bring my three boys here each summer.  I’ll walk you through:

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