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Every year Flora-Bama puts on the Polar Bear Dip where people dive into the Gulf of Mexico at high noon on January 1. Since we were in the area this year we decided to take part in the dip. Fortunately for us the weather was nice and not so "polar." With air temperatures in the 70s and water temperatures in the 60s the crowds came out. People were dressed in everything from skimpy bathing suits to full costumes ready to jump into the water at exactly 12:00 pm. Everyone who fully submerged got lunch on the house. I waited, not looking forward to the dive, while the kids played in the ocean and the waves. Noon came and the crowds were off! I have to admit the dive wasn't that bad once I actually got in and the food was definitely worth it. This is an event I'd highly recommend everyone take part in at least once if you're in the area. Check out The Wharf Fireworks Show here: https://youtu.be/e2abIpG3Mtg Get 15% Off a Harvest Host Membership Here: http://harvesthosts.refr.cc/terrywinkles Where I Find My Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/84yrzf/ Things we use and recommend: https://bit.ly/3s0iJy4 Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so we can continue to provide great content!

Harvest Host is quickly growing and we jumped on the wagon recently. We wasted no time in using the membership after getting it set up with our first stop being the Southern Grace Lavender Farm in Southport, Florida. The farm definitely beat our expectations in every aspect. We paid the minimal fee for an upgraded site with electricity and had free, farm fresh eggs, free firewood and free charcoal. This is one location you definitely need to have on your list! Get 15% Off a Harvest Host Membership Here: http://harvesthosts.refr.cc/terrywinkles Where I Find My Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/84yrzf/ Things we use and recommend: https://bit.ly/3s0iJy4 Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so we can continue to provide great content!

Those who follow us know we are always looking for new adventures. Our latest thought was where we could go to ring in the new year with fireworks, warm weather AND a beach!?!? A little research revealed the celebrations at The Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama were family friendly and included live music and a fireworks show at midnight. We decided this was the destination for New Years Eve so next we needed to plan out more adventure along the way. ***SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss the rest of the trip!!!*** Get 15% Off a Harvest Host Membership Here: http://harvesthosts.refr.cc/terrywinkles Where I Find My Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/84yrzf/ Things we use and recommend: https://bit.ly/3s0iJy4 Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so we can continue to provide great content!

Most national parks, and some state parks, have Junior Ranger programs to get the kids involved in learning about the parks. Most are self guided but this ranger, Sheila, went above and beyond. She is definitely an asset to the park service and her love of children shines bright. Check out the things we use and recommend at https://theroamingdad.com/?page_id=349 Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

Dodge City, Kansas is rich in history as an old cow town. The legendary Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson were both law officers in Dodge City leaving their mark for generations to come. Today the Boot Hill Museum preserves that history with a full museum, exhibits, shows and live re-enactments right on the “streets of Dodge!” Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

Dodge City, Kansas is steeped in history as an old cow town. The legendary Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson were both law officers in Dodge City leaving their mark for generations to come. Today the Boot Hill Museum preserves that history with a full museum, exhibits, shows and live re-enactments right on the “streets of Dodge!” Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

The Pioneer Loop Trail is approximately 4.5 miles and loops the Byrd Lake that was created by the CCC dam. There are tons of things to see along the trail including a suspension bridge and several rock outcroppings. You’ll also pass through the park’s version of the “fat man squeeze.” Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

Rock Island State Park has two campgrounds with one being tent only. The main campground here has 50 sites all with 20, 30 and 50 amp service along with water. They all also have fire rings and metal picnic tables that are set on a concrete pad. Sites 1-4 and 31-34 have sewer. WiFi is good throughout the campground and we had fair Verizon signal for calls/texts in the camp. There are 2 bath houses that were kept clean and a centrally located pavilion and playground. Firewood was available at the visitor center for $6 a bundle but the chunks are small. The bonus was there’s more downed wood in the park than you can possibly gather. Parking seemed to be an issue throughout the campground and the rangers didn’t seem to enforce any restrictions as several of the sites had 3-5 cars around. If you’re pulling a larger unit and people are parked in the cul de sac areas you’re probably going to have to get people to move to make your turn around. Overall the campground was quiet and accommodating for our purposes but I wouldn’t recommend any overly large units. Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

The Byrd Creek Trail at Cumberland Mountain State Park starts by the dump station between the campground and visitor center. The trail takes you through nature along Byrd Creek before wondering back to connect with the nature trail near the CCC dam. Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

Mt LeConte, and the LeConte Lodge, is the premier bucket list hike for most in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We have wanted to make this hike for some time and finally made it. There are many trails and options to get to LeConte but Alum Cave Trail is the shortest at 10 miles round trip. This is the way we hiked and loved every minute......well almost!! There are many areas of the trail that are steep and narrow. Keep your kids close and be prepared with traction in the colder months. Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

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Alum Cave Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is arguably the most popular trail in the park and the shortest way to reach the summit of Mt LeConte. At 2.3 miles you reach the “cave” and views that can’t be properly described in words. This hike also put us over 100 miles hiking in the park. I couldn’t be more proud of my kids and we’re all looking forward to 250! Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

Roughly a 9 mile round trip hike on the Chestnut Top Trail to Schoolhouse Gap will bring you to a hidden gem in the park. There is a picnic 🧺 table at the junction but it sits on private property just off the trail. The cabin owners seem used to the company as they’ve set up many photo ops in the area. We took time for lunch and made sure to pick up some extra trash we found in the area! Always remember to take out everything you take in and always respect boundaries! Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

A ride through and view of campground B at Fall Creek Falls State Park. Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

A ride through and review of Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground A Loop. Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

Enjoy the sun and a quick hike around Piney Flats Falls. We crossed the new suspension bridge and took in the peace and quiet along the creek banks.

Our shortened day hike in Fall Creek Falls State Park as the weather moved in early and started sleeting in us. The views are amazing and you can definitely see the tornado damage to the area from years past. Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

A brief overview of our hike to Abrams Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We ended up finding people jumping into the freezing water at the falls! Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

Snow, cold, ice and SUNSHINE all packed into a holiday weekend camping trip to Fall Creek Falls State Park! We plan to go back soon so leave us a comment with what you would do! Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com

I, like many, have been wanting the Blackstone Griddle for a while to add to our camping gear but the price has been a pause for me........until today when I lucked upon a deal! I had run into my local Camping World to grab a part for my camper and noticed the 17” Blackstone on sale for $79.99 INCLUDING a 2-year warranty through Camping World for Good Sam members!!! It wasn’t in my plans but when a deal like this pops up you just have to make it happen. Don’t miss out on your chance! Click the link here and get yours......especially since it breaks the $49.99 marl for FREE SHIPPING! The deal ends on January 24th so don’t miss it! https://www.campingworld.com/blackstone-tabletop-griddle-17quot%3B-93848.html?affiliateID=577&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=The%20Roaming%20Dad&siteID=7P4bgTsRK8g-YAaCk8KOoegf4mkfa8sXHQ&ranMID=3332&ranEAID=7P4bgTsRK8g&ranSiteID=7P4bgTsRK8g-YAaCk8KOoegf4mkfa8sXHQ&OfferID%200111=818092&CreativeID%200111=16312103754&PublisherID%200111=7P4bgTsRK8g&CreativeType%200111=2&CA_6C15C=120071740000190499 Let’s get connected!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_roaming_dad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theroamingdad Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theroamingdad Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theroamingdad Web Page: https://www.theroamingdad.com