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Weekend Wandering in NC – Bath & Washington

Soak in history, nature, and coastal beauty in one of my favorite NC towns. Beaufort County is a fantastic place to spend the day or an entire weekend wandering!

Founded in 1705, Bath is NC’s oldest town with quite a history! Politics, war, an epidemic, and piracy are all part of the rich history of Bath. Goose Creek State Park is home to 1,672 acres of natural coastal beauty including eight miles of trails for outdoor lovers. Washington is the first city in America to be named for General George Washington. Perfectly situated on the Pamilco and Tar River, Washington is a charming town with historic homes, shops, art, dining, and a welcoming waterfront. Want to know more about these three points of interest? Read on!

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10 Things You Need for A Day Hike with Teens

The purpose of the Noticing Nature series to spark interest and provide simple activities to be enjoyed by teens.

Originally posted 01/20/2020. Updated 01/14/2024

A new hiking challenge has just begun for me this year! I plan to hike 365 miles in 2024 – I’m glad it’s a leap year, as I’m sure I’ll need an extra day! Facebook started showing me ads from My Adventure Challenge, and I took the bait! It couldn’t have come at a better time, really. I’d like to get in better shape, I want to update the Noticing Nature series on my blog, and I just love the great outdoors! So, here’s to a year of day hikes and 10 things to pack for a day hike (with or without teens)!

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