Nebraska has National Parks? Yes, we have National Parks, as well as several National Historic Trails that pass through the state. What we lack in glaciers, geysers, and waterfalls, we make up for in tallgrass prairies, peaceful sandhills, and connections to the lands’ Indigenous peoples. National Historic Park in Nebraska 1. Homestead National Historic Park…
After a few weeks of winter, I believe it’s time for a change of scenery. If you’re looking for a getaway, particularly one that’s easily drivable, consider these Nebraska destinations. Bundle up and enjoy Nebraska’s winter wonderland! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. At no cost to you, if you make a purchase on the…
Homeschooling in Nebraska, whether you’re new to the community or a seasoned home education pro, offers fantastic educational opportunities beyond a purchased curriculum. Nebraska communities provide engaging experiences for kids to try out something new, learn with other youth in their area, as well as follow their own educational curiosities. Here are four things to…
Every time my friends, Tim and Lisa Trudell, write a new book, I inevitably end up with a new list of things to do and see in Omaha (prime example: See the result of reading “100 Things To Do In Omaha Before You Die”). In April 2020, they published their third book, “100 Things To…
I’m not traveling these days and like the rest of the world, I’ve had to settle for virtual experiences. Being a Nebraska-born explorer, I decided to curate a feed Nebraska Instagram accounts featuring beautiful images from around the state. I’ve been following a few of these photographers and Instagrammers for a while, and a few…
I miss a lot of my favorite places around my home state, and I imagine a lot of you do too. Since most places are closed, or it’s too hard to maintain social distancing if you do visit them. What’s a family to do? Virtual tours and virtual experiences. And maybe, if we’re lucky, live…
