St. Cloud, Minnesota bears the nickname 'Granite City' as an homage to a long history tied with granite quarries. Today, the rehabilitation of 20 former granite quarries crafts a fascinating and beautiful nature preserve for all to enjoy at Quarry Park and Nature Preserve. During our visit, we savored a summer morning exploring the 684-acre preserve.
Family Fun in the Chicago Suburbs July 28-31, 2022
The weekend is here! I took a little hiatus from my weekly list, but I am back! Here are some great events to be aware of for this summer weekend:
A Series of Waterfalls at Dynjandi in Iceland's Westfjords Enchant
Exploring the Westfjords of Iceland ignited such a sense of wonder during our recent adventure. Traveling through the region, we savored spectacular view after spectacular view in raw nature. Admittedly, I was a bit skeptical that Dynjandi Waterfall would blow us away because it is one of the best-known natural attractions of the Westfjords and I tend to love the lesser known. But, WOW -- our hike was INCREDIBLE!
Waterfalls, Breathtaking Scenes, Extraordinary Rock Formations and More Captivate at Kolugljúfur Gorge
Winding down a day of travel in Iceland, we were ready to turn back to our apartment until we spotted a waterfall on the map. We have experienced many waterfalls in Iceland during our five visits to the stunning country, yet we knew that we could not miss this one. So, we headed to Kolugljúfur.
River Bluffs Regional Park in St. Cloud, Minnesota Dazzles with Woodlands, Natural Trails and Ravines Above the Mississippi River
Shade and rolling trails upon the bluffs of St Cloud, Minnesota at River Bluffs Regional Park welcomed us while on a tranquil and rejuvenating nature adventure. Our hike on the natural trails under sunlight dancing through the leaves provided us with the perfect nature uplift that we needed.
Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, Illinois adds an incredibly magical experience to a summer adventure to the park. At the exhibition's inception, forty-eight remarkable large-scale sculptures depicting fanciful animals were spread throughout the campus sparking a wonderous experience. Incredibly, artists are still creating more sculptures to add to the experience!
Another summer weekend is ahead! Here are my picks for summer fun in the Chicago suburbs!
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A Morning of Wonder at Gail Borden Public Library
Disclosure: Thank you to Explore Elgin Area for hosting our visit.
Gail Borden Public library has provided the Elgin Area with a place for learning and pursuing knowledge since 1894. The current location of the main library opened in 1968. The expansive library has an extensive collection and a wealth of services including passport services and an array of interesting exhibits. Take a little peek inside the renowned institution:
A Morning of Nature Exploration at Turville Point Conservation Park
Turville Point Conservation Park in Madison, WI captivated us with over 2 miles of hiking trails. We relished fantastic summer weather while exploring woodlands along the trails. Turville hugs Lake Monona and is adjacent to Olin Park featuring spectacular views. Such a wonderful spot for a little family adventure!