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Come explore all the great spots around the Bluegrass! And feel free to make suggestions!


Christmas in Kentucky Part 2
Christmastime in small town Kentucky will blow you away with their merry music, whimsical lighting and decor and fancy window displays....
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Dec 15, 20212 min read
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Christmas in Kentucky Part 1
Look to small town Kentucky for unique, Christmas treasures. Warmed with the holiday spirit, you'll support family-owned businesses while...
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Dec 7, 20213 min read
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Top 10 Hiking Destinations in Kentucky
The hiking options around Kentucky are truly amazing! I have explored a number of these rewarding walks, most of which I've shared with...
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Sep 9, 20213 min read
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Kentucky Heaven- Pilot Knob
*Family friendly *Dogs on leash Hiking Pilot Knob in Powell Country is a marvelous experience! The trail is enjoyable and the grades...
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Jan 19, 20212 min read
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Oak Hill Gardens- London, KY
Oak Hill Gardens is nestled on a hillside near downtown London and is the most beautiful, unexpected treat you can imagine!
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Aug 2, 20203 min read
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Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt!
Adults, couples and children will enjoy my little scavenger hunt.
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Apr 15, 20204 min read
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Stay Over at Red River Gorge
For Kentuckians in the know who enjoy camping, hiking and climbing, the Red River Gorge is a prime destination. Stay Over Now offers cabins
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Dec 30, 20193 min read
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Kentucky Culinary Trail- Natural Bridge
I have been itching to visit the Kentucky State Parks’ Culinary Trail for a while and finally got the chance before the event ends Oct 31st.
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Sep 24, 20193 min read
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Sun Valley Farm- Versailles, KY
Enjoy the beauty of Kentucky backroads while meeting the newest thoroughbred foals.
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Jul 8, 20193 min read
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Raven Run
* Family Friendly *No Pets Photos by Marie Pullen Photography Raven Run is a scenic drive off of old Richmond Road in Lexington, KY....
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Mar 28, 20192 min read
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Kentucky Heaven- Pilot Knob
*Family friendly *Dogs on leash Hiking Pilot Knob in Powell Country is a marvelous experience! The trail is enjoyable and the grades...
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Jan 21, 20192 min read
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Visiting Lawrenceburg, KY
*Family Friendly Lawrenceburg is quintessential small-town Kentucky with a surprisingly large number of sights and activities. The...
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Dec 18, 20184 min read
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Hidden River Cave- Horse Cave, KY
* Family friendly I have driven I-65 on the Bluegrass Parkway a hundred times and I’ve seen the signs for the caves more than I can...
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Dec 11, 20183 min read
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Wallace Station- Midway, KY
Dappled with roaming horse farms, a lovely, back-road drive on Old Frankfort Pike will guide you to Midway's Wallace Station Deli. This...
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Nov 20, 20183 min read
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Berea Pinnacles Part 1
Photos by Marie Pullen Photography * Dogs on leash welcome * Family Friendly (note at bottom) I've gotten so many new followers since I...
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Oct 21, 20183 min read
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Triple J Family Farm- Georgetown, KY
In honor of the recent National Farmers Markets Week, I'm highlighting a local farmer to share with you. There are so many excellent...
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Aug 18, 20183 min read
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Capital Park Mountain Bike & Hiking Trail
*Family Friendly *No pets When searching for fun hiking trails close by, consider those tucked away in the Frankfort, Kentucky area....
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Jul 21, 20183 min read
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Berea Pinnacles Part 1
Photos by Marie Pullen Photography * Dogs on leash welcome * Family Friendly (note at bottom) I don’t like to pick favorites among my...
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Mar 19, 20183 min read
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Raven Run
* Family Friendly *No Pets Raven Run is a scenic drive off of old Richmond Road in Lexington, KY. It is easy to access and offers a...
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Jan 21, 20182 min read
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Steam Queen L&N 2132- Corbin, KY
Family Friendly She’s the Steam Queen of Corbin, L&N 2132. A 95-year-old steam locomotive, a rare survivor when so many others were...
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Jan 13, 20182 min read
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Old Frankfort Pike
To fully experience the extraordinary beauty of Kentucky in your own backyard, I recommend exploring our state's scenic highways. I...
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Oct 1, 20173 min read
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Head Lampin' It- All over KY
* Family Friendly In the mood for something a bit different? Invite some friends and head out with the enterprising company known as SUP...
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Aug 21, 20172 min read
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Cove Springs- Frankfort, KY
* Family Friendly * Dogs on leashes Cove Springs is a delightful trail in Frankfort Kentucky. It's easy to find and has multiple...
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Jul 15, 20172 min read
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John Holder Trail- Winchester, KY
* Family Friendly The John Holder Trail begins right next to the Hall's on the River restaurant off of Athens Boonesborough Road near...
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Jul 3, 20172 min read
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Asbury Trails in Wilmore, KY
* Dogs on leashes welcome Photos by Marie Pullen Photography Asbury Trail, winding through Wilmore, Kentucky on Shanty Hill Road is great...
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Jun 17, 20172 min read
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