Paddle the Mississippi With Everything Provided!

Looking for an amazing adventure in the heart of the Twin Cities? This has been one of our absolute favorite 4th of July Celebrations. We always take out-of-town visitors; there are even handicapped accommodations! Explore the Mighty Mississippi River up close and personal on a half-day guided canoe trip.

Destinations, Places to GoKaren RitzJune 10, 2023Mississippi National River and Recreation AreaWilderness Inquiry, Summer Fun, Mississippi RiverComment

The National Eagle Center

Road trip Wabasha! The National Eagle Center, a delish lunch, and the amazing Lark Toys! Grace’s review, “Grandma, I saw things I never could have imagined!”

Adventures Near and Far, Destinations, Places to GoKaren RitzJune 10, 2023Wabasha, Wabasha MN, National Eagel Center, Main Street Kitchen, Lark Toys, Road Trip, School age kids, MN Eagle CamComment

Minnesota's Largest Candy Store

You’ll be a superhero if you take the kids here, and smarter still if you go on a weekday. More than 3,000 kinds of candy. Really.

Destinations, Places to GoKaren RitzApril 29, 2023World's Largest Candy StoreDestinations, Places to GoComment

Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Park

Kids and animals eating out of their hands - a Grand photo op! Make a scenic drive to this Grand spot and check out other highlights in the area, like mini golf and milkshakes!

Places to Go, DestinationsKaren RitzApril 29, 2023Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational ParkFawn Doe Rosa Animal PArk, All agesComment