There aren’t that many independent garden shops around. But GardenHood is one that is a hidden gem on the east side of Atlanta. For such a small space, they have a great selection of plants, trees, and shrubs. Their space is always fun to meander through, even you have no plans to purchase that day.
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I was blown away at the beauty above ground at Mammoth Cave National Park.
The Cohutta Wilderness Trail Volunteers spent a good bit of time in 2025 working on the Hickory Creek Trail. It is one of my favorite trails, but has been hit hard by storms in the last couple of years.
Lassen Volcanic National Park has all the types of volcanoes within its boundaries. It’s really cool! And Cinder Cone is one type that’s a lot more climbable than the others. It’s tough but straightforward. The volcano is also highly symmetrical and surrounded by the Fantastic Lava Beds!
I love the autumn light in Georgia, especially in city parks like Atlanta’s Grant Park.
This photo is of Sweetwater Creek which flows through one of the best State Parks in Georgia before joining the…
Black Rock Mountain State Park is mostly known for their excellent hiking trails, but they also have the loveliest lake…
