Great Wolf Lodge Review - Concord, NC

Forgive me guys, but this post is LONG overdue. I have spent so much time trying to make sure I included everything you need to know, but always feel free to ask questions. So here’s a quick review of what I thought of this location and is it really worth the money.

I will start by saying Great Wolf Lodge owes us nothing! We had a great time; so much so the kids didn’t want to leave.

We arrived on a Monday; which was perfect and were able to check in with ease. Everyone received a set of wolf ears. We were asking if there were any birthdays so we had the option of getting the birthday ears but no one in our crew was celebrating.

Everyone was given a wristband which served as our room key (genius)! 

Duration: 3 Days & 2 Nights

Time: November 2019

Price: $520

How many people?

There were 3 adults and 3 children in our crew.

Accommodations

Our room was nice and just enough for what we needed. If we ever decided to go again we would opt for a larger suite but if you truly just want to have fun and go for the experience the room we had was fine. 

There were 3 twin sized beds in the room which gave the kids enough space, a sleeper sofa and a queen sized bed. More than enough space for the 6 people in our party. Parking is adequate especially if you remember which side of the lodge you’re on. You can park closer to your room for easy access. However, there’s only one set of elevators and that can be troublesome when you have so many people.

Food

There are tons of options on-site and in the area. We did both, it was cheaper for us to eat breakfast offsite, there is a McDonalds, Chick-fil a and BoJangles nearby.

We dined onsite at the following:

Hungry As A Wolf

It was really good and a decent price. I’m a pizza lover so this was perfect for me and the kids didn’t complain. We ordered one large pizza for lunch.

Buckets Incredible Craveables

We also enjoyed burgers from here and they were delicious and made to order and the price was great!

Attractions: 

We purchased the Wolf Pass for $59.99 and it was worth every penny. We didn’t even complete all of the activities. I think you get the most bang for your buck, especially if you’re going to stay around for a few days.

Howly Wood XD Theater 

This is a fun interactive ride. You sit down and buckle up and go on a wild ride. It was perfect for everyone. I wouldn’t recommend it for kids younger than 4 years old.

AtomicRUSH

Such a neat game. The girls played against each other; think of tic tac toe on a larger scale!

Ten Paw Bowling Alley

We ran out of time to bowl but the alley is pretty small so prepare to get in and get out.

Northern Lights Arcade

There were so many games to choose from and it’s open 24 hours; so it’s perfect for any downtime.

Laser Tag

You need a group to play this game. The girls tried to play alone and didn’t have much fun.

Friendly tip: If you plan to the MagiQuest game allot enough time for that. The game requires 4-6 hours.

Final Thoughts

The staff was friendly and helpful, it was nice to go during off season because I remember waiting in line for hours to ride when I went during Spring Break a few years ago. My kids enjoyed themselves and would love to return. They do have an option to just come in for the water park for around $70. It would have costed us $350+tax if we just did that, so it’s worth staying the night. There was more than enough to do and kept everyone busy.

Kids Smart High DHA Fish Oil Chewable Burstlets Review

“I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions.”

The kids and I are currently on a health journey. That means not only am I making better choices for myself, I’m taking them along for the ride. My kids are very picky eaters, so I know they may not get everything they need from their diet so I was excited to see what Kids Smart Fish Oil had to offer.

“Kids Smart is specifically formulated to assist in providing children with adequate levels of vital Omega-3 Fish Oil nutrients DHA and EPA. As both are essential fatty acids our bodies cannot produce, it is important that we get them from either the food we eat or quality supplements in order to meet our daily needs.” – realhealth.com

Fish oil contains Omega 3 fatty acids and DHA and EPA which are essential to healthy brain function is what sold me on trying this out. They also claim to have a fresh fruity taste and can be used as a chewable or mixed into your child’s favorite food without the fishy taste.

Here’s what my kids thought:

Maddy, 6 years old – It taste slimy and it scared me.

Kaydence, 11 years old – interesting

I tried it with my kids and when the capsule “burst” it will catch you off guard. The outer layer does feel very plastic like and I wondered how edible it was but it takes a while to chew. If you are not familiar with oil supplements this will turn you off. I suggest mixing it in with something. I will say it does not have a fishy taste. I mixed it with applesauce and my kids didn’t notice a thing, so it’s truly about personal preference.

Want to try them out for yourself? Click here and use the code 20MM20KS until March 14, 2020 to save 20% off!

Girls Night Out – AR Workshop Lexington, SC

Photo by: Maddy Eccles

CSC Mommy Bloggers: Left to Right: Nakisha, Ashley, Carey, Kelly, Natalie, Maddy, Michelle, Kati and Heather

Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don’t. – Bill Nye

I have been blessed to meet a group of amazing women that make up the CSC Mommy Blogger Tribe and it seems like we’re growing every day. I say it all the time but I’m really shy these ladies allow me to show up authentically. We all have such different personalities but we’re able to learn and lean on each other for advice.

This month we headed to Lexington, SC to visit the AR Workshop. They are located at 5175 Sunset Blvd, Ste. 6, Lexington, SC 29072. I had no real idea of what to expect – think paint and sip meets wood work! The place is beautiful and the staff was wonderful. Everything was setup for us when we arrived and we were walked through the entire process. I was a little nervous when I realized I really had to do the project by myself. This is a real DIY, y’all so brace yourself, it will be worth it in the end.

Photo by: Maddy Eccles

Photo by: Maddy Eccles

AR Workshop is a national brand, so no worries if you’re not local you can still check them out. They are great for date nights, parties and so much more. The projects are endless and you will want to come back for more. My kids were so impressed with me that they want to join in on the fun, so I will be back!

Photo by: Maddy Eccles

We were allowed to bring in outside food but you will need to supply your own supplies. Clean Juice Lexington provided our bites for the evening and they offer catering for all of your clean eating needs. I was able to try my first acai bowl and I’m addicted.

The night ended beautifully, we were all able to take home projects that we could be proud of. So, if you’re local, you’re in luck. AR Workshop graciously gave me a coupon code to share with you, use code: FREELY10 now until April 30, 2020 FOR 10% off any upcoming projects!