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5 Reasons Why Hocking Hills Should be on Your Bucket List

12/5/2023

Looking for something fun to add to your Bucket List that won't cost you an arm and a leg or a trip around the world (I'm looking at you, overwater bungalows in Bora Bora!)?
Consider Hocking Hills, Ohio!
Feeling doubtful that there's something cool enough in Ohio to add to your Bucket List? To that I say;
A. Ohio is awesome, and there's actually plenty of cool things to do here.
and
B. Hocking Hills is definitely Bucket List worthy!
Here are my 5 Reasons Why Hocking Hills should be on your Bucket List.

1. You can rent a cabin in the woods with a hot tub and a fireplace
And isn't that all we really want?

2. Amazing hikes for hiking enthusiasts and non-hikers alike
I like hiking, but am definitely not a professional, and me and Rocco absolutely loved the hiking Hocking Hills had to offer. Even when it was 28 degrees outside, we loved it!

3. Out of this world views that you will make you believe you are not in Ohio
Holy moly, you will not believe some of the insane things you will see while exploring Hocking Hills (like the Devil's Bathtub, above)!

4. You can do as little or as much as you want here
Hocking Hills is a great place to escape everyday life, do some soul searching, mosey along a sleepy trail, relax in a hot tub, and read in front of a crackling fireplace.
Or, you can hike the 25 miles of trails, go kayaking, horseback riding, and zip lining!

5. You can bring your dog here
Rocco loved his trip to Hocking Hills (I didn't have Kramer yet), and I loved having him there.
I visited here during my divorce, and being able to get away with Rocco for a weekend was exactly what my soul needed.
I am always looking for fun dog-friendly places and activities, and Hocking Hills is the perfect place for that.

Read all about my Hocking Hills trip.

Start your Bucket List today!

Peace Love and Hocking Hills
Jess <3

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Fall Getaway Close to Home at Riverside Hideout

10/3/2023

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Fall Getaway Close to Home at Riverside Hideout

Last week me and the babies had the opportunity to stay in one of the area's coolest Airbnbs- Riverside Hideout in Dover, Ohio!

Riverside Hideout is the perfect weekend getaway close to home-
a tiny house shipping container with an amazing wanderlust bicycle theme, a hot tub, a fire pit, and more!

I got to spend the night here with my babies, and it was a perfect quick getaway from reality, and a wonderful time spent together relaxing and cuddling.

#vacayvibes

Literally one of the comfiest beds I've ever slept on.

Hot tubs are one of my favorite things ever, so I spent lots of time soaking in it (with the dogs relaxing in the background).

How adorable is the fire pit area?!

Is it really solo travel if your two best babies are with you?

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Last week me and the babies had the opportunity to stay in one of the area's coolest Airbnbs- Riverside Hideout in Dover, Ohio!

*I received a free night stay here, these are my true thoughts and opinions*

Peace Love and Puppy Getaways
Jess <3

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Day Trip to Coshocton Ohio with the Puppies

8/24/2023

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Day Trip to Coshocton Ohio with the Puppies

Coshocton Ohio, is a more than 200-year-old community, nestled in the rolling hills of East Central Ohio where the Tuscarawas and Walhonding Rivers meet to form the Muskingum. It is home of the historic canal era town Roscoe Village, and has a unique and colorful downtown with a wonderful small-town feel.
It is located only two hours from Cleveland, an hour and a half from Columbus, and an hour from the Wooster/Orrville area. Making it a perfect day trip for fellow Ohians!

Since graduating from school in July, I have been trying to go out and enjoy as much of summer as I can before it is gone.
One of the things I really wanted to do after graduating was go on a day trip with the puppies, and Coshocton seemed like the perfect place!
So follow along for my perfect Coshocton itinerary for a day trip with (or without) puppies!

Our first stop was downtown Coshocton.
In Google maps all you need to put in is Coshocton Ohio, and it will take you to downtown.
I don't know about you, but my first question when going somewhere, is the parking situation. Because if the parking is too stressful, I'm simply not going! Well never fear, in downtown Coshocton, the parking is ample and simple-no parallel parking here!
As soon as I got into downtown, I parked on the side of the road, just pulled right into one of the many headfirst parking spots lining the street.
And from there, I could walk the entirety of the small downtown area!

The first place we went to was Hannah Marie's Bakery and Coffee Shop, because I needed some coffee!
I tied the dogs up at the outdoor seating area while I went inside. Don't worry, you can watch them out the window while you are ordering your coffee and sweets!
The selection of freshly made cupcakes and pastries were heavenly! I got the black raspberry peach cobbler cupcake!

After I had my coffee and cupcake we walked to the Coshocton County Courthouse, it is a commanding presence in downtown Coshocton, you won't miss it!
It is beautifully landscaped, with benches dotting the area, and a giant gazebo!
This is a perfect area to sit and relax, and enjoy time with a loved one, or just a good book!

Downtown Coshocton has lots of great shops and restaurants. I didn't go into any, since I had the puppies. But even just walking around this quaint town is nice!

Only minutes down the road is Historic Roscoe Village.
It is a small port built along the Ohio and Erie canal.
You can walk around popping into the various adorable shops, restaurants, and even an old blacksmith shop, and you can also purchase tickets to enter certain areas and go on guided tours.

Immediately after entering the village, there was a couple parking lots. We parked, then walked from one end of the village to the other and back.

A red brick sidewalk stretches along both sides of the road, and the puppies loved trotting along on it.

One of the stores we went into was Good Boy Bakery.
This place was incredible!
Upon entering, the babies were doted on, given treats, and even had their pictures taken!

They had walls of bulk treats you can buy by the pound, clothes, shampoos, and anything else you can think of to buy for your fur baby! And come on, look how adorable these house made treats are! The babies loved them!

Follow the trail out of town to the visitor center, and you will find this tunnel.

You can then take a quick drive or walk less than a mile to take a horse drawn canal boat ride.
This is such an amazing experience! We didn't get to do it this trip, because they are only open on weekends (check their website for times), but was told that it is dog friendly!

We ate in the outdoor seating area of Huck's Tavern. The menu mainly consisted of hot dogs and pizza, so I only ordered the pretzels appetizer. The pretzels were good, but I was not too impressed with their selection.

One minute drive down the road from Roscoe Village is Clary Gardens.

Since I forgot to pack socks to go along with my hiking shoes (and we were pretty tired at that point too), we didn't do a long hike.
But we found a peaceful reflecting pond to sit by, and it was a great relaxing end to our day. We also saw a doe and her fawn! <3