kid-friendly in Michigan

Attending Bright Walls with Kids

The Bright Walls Grand Finale is almost here, and it is one of our favorite festivals to attend. This year, the festival runs from September 8-11 and will feature 30+ artists who will be painting murals in Downtown Jackson. There

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

Lime Lake County Park – Spring Arbor, Michigan

Lime Lake County Park recently received a playground equipment makeover, and we finally visited to check it out! This park is located in Spring Arbor near the Falling Waters Teft Road Trailhead. LLCP may seem small, with only two pieces of

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

Attending the Hot Air Jubilee with Young Children

Ella Sharp Museum Pass

Did you know that you can visit the Ella Sharp Museum for free? We broke the news over on Wonder and Wander’s Instagram page, but we wanted to share the full details on The Adventure Blog, too! Keep reading for information on how

Cascades Elementary Playground – Jackson, Michigan

School playgrounds often have some of the best equipment, so we decided to check out the playground at the new Cascades Elementary School. This playground is on the smaller side, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for

Kate Palmer Sanctuary – Kid-friendly Hikes

Located five miles west of Jackson, the Kate Palmer Sanctuary is the perfect place to take your kiddos on a hike. Managed by the Michigan Audubon Society, the Kate Palmer Sanctuary is a bird and native plant haven and features

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

Lyle Torrant Center Playgrounds – Jackson, Michigan

If you have never visited the playgrounds behind the Lyle Torrant Center, then you are in for a treat. Featuring two separate fenced-in playgrounds, you will truly find something for everyone. The first playground is toddler-friendly with smaller climbers, other

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