We hadn't planned on stopping in the Smoky Mountains this summer but our plans changed giving us an extra day to fill before our next destination. I'm really glad we chose to spend time in these beautiful mountains even if our time was too short. It is now definitely one of my favorite places and I … [Read more...]
Santee, South Carolina
On Friday, June 23, our truck broke down. The oil cooler went out. We had left Charleston and were heading toward Wisconsin. The Ford Dealership couldn't get us in until Monday so we stayed the weekend in Santee, SC. Fortunately, our truck was drivable as long as we didn't go long distances or haul … [Read more...]
Charleston, SC and MFuge
I met my parents in Charleston for MFuge which is the summer teen camp my church attends. My parents went to downtown Charleston but unfortunately, I did not. MFuge was great! It was held on the campus of Charleston Southern University. I got to spend time on the Atlantic Ocean. It was hot and … [Read more...]
Savannah, Georgia, June 2017
We fell in love with Savannah! The city is clean, beautiful, easy to navigate, and the people are very welcoming. Not long after we parked and started to wander around, a city ambassador approached us. She gave us a map, explained the layout of the city, and told us how to use the free public … [Read more...]
Skidaway Island State Park, Savannah, GA, June 2017
There was so much to see and do at Skidaway Island State Park but we were there for too short a time. We feel like we got a good "lay of the land" so we can plan a future trip. The marshes and maritime forests of this State Park are teeming with wildlife and gorgeous views. There are several great … [Read more...]
Suwannee River State Park, Live Oak, FL, June 2017
We love beautiful and peaceful Suwannee River State Park where the Suwannee and Withlacoochee Rivers converge. Trails are well-kept and easily marked. The facilities are modern and very clean. We definitely plan on visiting this park again except next time we will bring kayaks and stay … [Read more...]
Turtle Walk at Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge
We had talked about this trip for almost a year and it was finally happening!! We are volunteers at Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Share the Beach, Alabama's sea turtle conservation program. We also teach about sea turtles at Marine Science Adventures. A big part of our lives and work is … [Read more...]
The Evan & Eva Wildlife Show: River Otters
Evan & Eva Show: Archimedes Screech Owl
Eastern Box Turtle Eating a Mealworm
WARNING: You are about to see a turtle eat a mealworm. Some find this disgusting. Our turtle is thoroughly enjoying it! :D … [Read more...]