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Kid-friendly Day Trip to Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo is an excellent town to explore during a day trip. It is about an hour away from Jackson and contains several great activities for families that kids of all ages will enjoy. Here is a list of potential places

Falling Waters Park – Spring Arbor, Michigan

Falling Waters Park is a hidden gem full of rich local history. This is a walk-through park that was originally a Potawatomi Indian village and burial ground. When white settlers came to the area, they founded Spring Arbor Village on

Creative Ideas For Attending the Hot Air Jubilee with Older Children

The Hot Air Jubilee will be back in town from July 22-24, 2022, and Wonder and Wander – Jackson is here to share our tips and tricks for attending with children. The Hot Air Jubilee is one of our favorite

Dahlem Ecology Farm – Kid-Friendly Hikes

Have you ever visited the Dahlem Ecology Farm? We know many people have visited the main Dahlem campus, but this hidden gem known as the Dahlem Ecology Farm deserves a post of its own! Located on Wickwire Road, this spot

July Monthly Meet-up – Sponsored by Grass Lake Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

A big part of Wonder and Wander – Jackson’s mission is to help you connect with others in the community. Our Monthly Meet-ups are a way to connect with other parents and caregivers, get some outside playtime with other kiddos,

Rod Mills Memorial Park – Jackson, Michigan

Rod Mills Memorial Park, located in Blackman Charter Township, is a beautiful location with something for everyone. This park features a playground for the kiddos, plenty of space to wander, and so much more. Rod Mills Memorial Park is also

Kid-Friendly Destination – Lowry’s Little Flock Farm

If you are looking for a kid-friendly destination with lots of adorable animals, hands-on feeding opportunities, and delicious baked goods (for humans) – look no further than Lowry’s Little Flock. Located in Horton, Michigan, Lowry’s Little Flock Farm started as