A while back, I confessed that I have never cooked fish. It's partly because of the cost, and partly because I never picked up the skill. (And I am picky about seafood.) But last weekend Safeway had a sale on frozen salmon fillets, five bucks for two, so I figured what the heck.
Many of the services at Bonny Lake State Park are long gone today, but there are still plenty of wildlife to observe and enjoy at the park for those interested. Meet up with Colorado singles who enjoy animals and catch a glimpse at over 300 species at the park. Some of the most notable fauna you can see at the park include various species of geese, mule deer, muskrat, blue-wing teal and many other animals. Bring your binoculars and a picnic basket as you search for wildlife together. Have you ever been to Bonny Lake State Park? Did you enjoy it?
When you are in the Maine area and you want to head to an incredible park with some single Christian friends or a new date, visit Acadia National Park. The mountains, prairie and shoreline make this park such a unique and diverse place to visit, with so many different types of vegetation and topographical elements to explore. Around 40 species of mammals live at the park so you are bound to run into deer, chipmunks and even moose during your visit. And on the island, there have been many bones of extinct animals discovered as well. Have you ever seen Acadia National Park before?
There are three different camping sites you can use at Buffalo Rock State Park & Effigy Tumuli, but none of them have energy hookups so you’ll have to bring your own heat. Pack up your picnic gear and tent and head over to the park for a rustic weekend of fishing, snuggling, hiking and more snuggling. There is also plenty to see at the park, most notably the American bison who roam the nature area. As you walk the trails, you’ll find lots of plants and animals close-up, creating perfect photo opportunities for your weekend away.
Did you know that at Brazos Bend State Park, you can find a huge diversity of not just animals and plants, but of ecosystems as well? The park has coastal prairie as well as wetlands, marshlands and even bottomland forests. This makes it the perfect place to take that hottie from work who loves animals or the cutie in your science class because it’s an instant excuse to do some research while you connect. Have you ever been to Brazos Bend State Park before? Did you take a date along with you when you went? What kind of plants and animals did you run into?
It’s hard to imagine that this old mill, created in 1846, used to be the center of activity in Napa Valley. The old building and its surrounding area now have a deliciously creepy quality, however, that will allow you and your lover to create any kind of fantasy scene you want on your date. Kidnapped by a villain? Peasants flirting between milling and tending animals? Battling ghouls and ghosties a la the Winchester brothers? Act out your spooky date adventure here and get your adrenaline going at Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park. Have you ever been there before?
When it’s too hot or too cold for the park but you just don’t feel like staying home, where do you go? Unfortunately, most indoor play places do require some type of payment, but I do have a few ideas here for you to use as cheap or even free indoor fun. Be sure to share your own below and check back tomorrow for more indoor fun ideas for a price.
The library. As simple as it sounds, there’s always something to do there, and there are often programs you can sign up for, too. Ask your children’s librarian about any programs where you live.
I like to hear people’s homeschool stories. Sometimes they’re really sad, or even scary, but usually they mirror our own story in some ways and I don’t have to tell you how good it feels to connect with people who have stories similar to your own. I call it kindred; the Christian moms in our group call it fellowship.
There’s a good reason why Presque Isle State Park gets more visitors every year than any other Pennsylvania Park. Its beauty and wide variety of things to do with your single friends and amorous partners make it a choice destination any day of the week, any time of the year. Choose from any of 13 different beaches to go for a swim, or use the recreational trails for some privacy and get to know you time. There are plenty of opportunities for bird watching, if you are into nature and animals, and you can also take a boat out for a breezy day on the bay.
Grassy wetlands and rocky beaches may not be the ideal location for water play and dating, they make for a very soulful setting when you want to do some soul-gazing or art-making together. Bring your art supplies, notebook and camera and prepare to be inspired by both your lover and the setting. It’s also a great place to skate, so pack your rollerblades if you want to. There’s also plenty of picnic space and trails to explore on your date, as well as animals to spot. Have you ever been to Benicia State Recreation Area? Tell us about how your date there went.
