Category Archives: Parks

Trey + Otis

Macon is the hometown of the late, great Otis Redding. He died tragically at the young age of 27, but had already earned the title of “King of Soul.” Downtown at Gateway Park there is a statue of Otis that … Continue reading

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Another Visit to Noah’s Ark in Locust Grove

Nothing beats FREE. That’s why we love

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Picnic in Washington Park

The weather has turned from wet and cold to sunny and warm. Trey and I have been spending a lot more time outside, including this little picnic in Macon’s Washington Park on Friday.

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Biking the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail

We’ve only recently started taking advantage of the great trail in downtown Macon along the Ocmulgee River. The park’s paved trail is currently nine miles long, with plans to expand it to 22. Trey loves to ride his bike along … Continue reading

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First Visit to Massee Lane Gardens

Last week, Trey and I visited Massee Lane Gardens in Fort Valley, GA. The location is the headquarters of the American Camellia Society and features nine acres of flower gardens, green houses, peach and pecan orchards, and a couple small … Continue reading

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Amerson Water Works Park with the Grandparents

The last day my parents were in town we all went to Macon’s Amerson Water Works Park (where we celebrated Trey’s 4th birthday). Contrary to what its title may imply, it is not a water park and the only water … Continue reading

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