Central US – Reclaiming Wonders

January 1, 2021January 10, 2021 reclaimingwonder Central US, Field Trips, Roadschool, United States, Wander

Kids and Dirt: Finding Quartz in Arkansas

Details for planning a trip to Wegner Quartz Mine in Mount Ida, Arkansas - what to expect, what to pack, and other mom tips.

November 29, 2020January 10, 2021 reclaimingwonder Central US, Road Trips, Southwestern US, Wander

Yellowstone Family Road Trip Itinerary – Our Three Week National Park Circle

For three weeks in the fall several years ago, we left home for an extended round trip to Yellowstone through twelve national park sites, eleven states, and more than 4,000 miles. Through several years of longer travel, we have figured out that what works best for our family is an extended stay somewhere in the middle … Continue reading Yellowstone Family Road Trip Itinerary – Our Three Week National Park Circle

November 7, 2020December 11, 2020 reclaimingwonder Central US, United States, Wander

Encountering Animals at Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Kansas

Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a place for animal encounters like you’ve never seen anywhere else. While starting as only one man's plan to have animals, it has grown into the third largest collection of animals in Kansas. This family owned park is just the place to spark the same excitement in your family. They need … Continue reading Encountering Animals at Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Kansas

I’m Bobbie, a homeschooling mom with a major wanderlust problem, a husband who encourages it, and four little travel monsters with long lists of places to go.

When I search for family travel inspiration, their lives just aren’t realistic for most people. Most of us can’t travel full time, it isn’t an exotic life, and our family life isn’t a picture perfect experience. I want to help these seem do-able for everyone. Travel isn’t scary when you have some guidance. Homeschooling isn’t scary when you can see a real-life example. And, let’s face it, the kids and their mom aren’t perfect. Let’s focus on what’s really important and seize the day.

Welcome to our journey!