Camping
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Goodbye to Jekyll: Beaches, Friends, and an Eventful Ride Home
Monday, May 4, 2026: For our last day in the area for a while, we choose to visit Jekyll Island again. We spent a couple of days just enjoying the weather, being outside, and relaxing on the island over the last few weeks, and today gave us another opportunity. We started by stopping by Horton…
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From Cumberland Island to a last day on St. Simons: Our Coastal Georgia Adventure Continues
Thursday, April 30, 2026: We took it easy this week, saving up for an all day adventure. We did venture to St Simons Wednesday to enjoy some Southern Soul BBQ and run a couple of errands. While on the island, we made a stop at one consignment store that had recently moved. Like many other…
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More Adventures: Owls, Dolphins, Sunsets & Smoke-Filled Skies, and Some Elton John in Coastal Georgia
Thursday, April 23, 2026: After work, we headed into Darien seeking owls. Darien has created a collection of owl nesting boxes and has placed them throughout the town to support the owls that home in the area. Barn Owls, Great Horned Owls, the Eastern Screech Owls, and the Barred Owls in the area have been…
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Flying High: A Smoky Start Turned Sky-High Adventure
Tuesday, April 21, 2026: We woke up to severe smoke in the area. We learned that a large fire had broken out in Brantley County, GA, about 52 miles from us. The smoke was thick and filled the air inside and out. The reports we got were that the fire was about 500 acres and…
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River Time, Elvis, and Blessings
Thursday, April 16, 2026: A couple of days ago, we saw some personal watercraft in tow while on St Simons, so we and searched for the adventure. We booked a river tour with Coastal Backwater Adventures. Since the tour did not start until after lunch, we took advantage and headed to Cafe Frederica for our…
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Festivals, Food, and A Walk Through Nature
Friday, April 10, 2026: After a couple of long work days, we decided to hang out at camp. Beth spent most of the day working through her current Beth Moore Bible Study. Kevin and Drew, from the Legacy RV Resort, spent the day putting together a new playset for the campground. We did come together…
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Relaxation; A Day on Sapelo Island: History, Heritage, and Hidden Gems
Sunday, April 5, 2026: Easter is upon us, and we chose to relax for the day. The morning was very peaceful and enjoyable. For lunch, we headed to Sweet Tee’s. For Easter, they had ham, turkey, and the works. We have learned to be there when they open to get in line. If you wait…
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A “Fancy” Night to Remember and More Exploring Jekyll Island, Snakes and Cottages
Wednesday, April 1, 2026: Date night took us to the restaurant at the Oaks on the River Boutique Hotel. As Olivia would say, “Fancy!” Our table had a cozy feel and a beautiful view of the river. Shortly after we ordered, we noticed other guests moving toward the windows. Moments later, we realized why—we could…
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The Ends of a Season
Sunday, March 29, 2026; We spent most of the day around the campground preparing to watch Tennessee in the Elite 8 of basketball. We got lunch out at Sweet Tee’s Log Cabin Restaurant. Another excellent meal. However, the basketball game was not as good as it could have been. Michigan came to play. The end…
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Winds, Workdays, and Wild Gators
The winds and cooler weather made a brief return this week—perfect timing, honestly. Tuesday became our “get things done” day. Just like owning a house, life in the camper comes with its share of maintenance, and when the weather turns, it’s the ideal excuse to tackle those deeper projects. With workdays ahead, trading exploration for…