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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

Day Trip to the Imagination Station

The Imagination Station, located in Toledo, Ohio, is the perfect day trip destination no matter the weather. Featuring hundreds of hands-on STEM activities, there is something here for everyone. The Wonder and Wander – Jackson crew visited recently, and we

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

Five Questions With The Kiwanis Club of Jackson, Michigan

Welcome to our social impact series, called “Five Questions.” On the first day of every month, we will share five questions with a community organization serving children and youth in Jackson County. We hope to inspire you, enlighten you, and

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

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