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Why A Swim at Falling Water Falls Belongs on Your Summer Bucket List
Falling Water Falls is one of the prettiest waterfalls in Arkansas. Not only is it beautiful, but you don’t have to walk far to get to it. In fact, we have it on our list of EASY waterfall hikes because it doesn’t actually require a hike. You can park right alongside it. In addition to…
Hey y’all, we are Karen and Emily!
We are Karen and Emily, a mother and daughter from, you guessed it, Arkansas. We live in the capitol city of Little Rock.
It seems that our home state of Arkansas is often overlooked and underestimated. We think that it deserves way more acclaim and attention than it receives and we look forward to sharing all the things we love about this beautiful place!
Arkansas has delicious food, friendly people, incredible natural beauty, and cities with great museums and cultural activities.
We will be sharing all of this with you as we explore our home state.
You will always find us “somewhere in Arkansas.”
Discovering Hogscald Hollow: A Scenic Spot on Beaver Lake
Hogscald Hollow is one of the most beautiful places on Beaver Lake in northwest Arkansas. You can explore the cove either by boat or by paddleboard. We rented blow up paddle boards in nearby Eureka Springs from a company called Float Eureka. They were super nice and easy to work with and nice and I…
Top Things to do in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Here is our guide to some of the best things to do in Fort Smith, Arkansas! Fort Smith is the third most populated city in Arkansas and it is chock full of history, art, outdoor activities, and a surprising array of delicious restaurants for a city of its size! We hope that this list of…
Step Back in Time at Ed Walker’s Drive In
If you’re ever near Fort Smith and feeling a little hungry—or a little nostalgic—you have to make a stop at Ed Walker’s Drive-In. It’s one of those places that simply glows with authenticity. You really will feel like you are stepping back into a simpler time. Step Back in Time at Ed Walker’s Drive In: Fort Smith, Arkansas…
Lawmen and Outlaws: Fort Smith National Historic Site
The Fort Smith National Historic Site is a treasure trove of American history. This is a place where you can learn about life and justice on the edge of the frontier and Indian territory. A bit of everything is found at this site: You can learn about the forced removal of Indian tribes on the…
Stories and Secrets at Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Fort Smith, Arkansas has a very interesting past and Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum is an important part of its history. Interestingly, for many years the former brothel was even the location of the visitor center for the city. Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum Now An Official Museum During a recent trip to Fort Smith, Arkansas, we…
Legends of Law: Visiting the US Marshals Museum in Fort Smith
Situated on the banks of the Arkansas River in Fort Smith, the U.S. Marshals Museum offers a journey through over 235 years of American law enforcement history. This state of the art museum is a legacy to the US Marshals who have served our country. I was fascinated by the museum’s immersive exhibits and the…