Adventures With Parker

Anyone who says that “cardinals are a message from heaven” have never banded birds before.

Not only is this ride based on the lore of the elusive Highland craitur, but canny enthusiasts ken that this braw classic is the bonniest Arrow Looper around (and if any eejit tries to haiver and tell you otherwise, ye can kick their arse to the cludgie).

In honour of Rabbie Burns Day, here’s the most Scottish coaster that’s not actually found in Scotland – Loch Ness Monster at Busch Gardens Williamsburg!

I would definitely prefer a longer FArt over a short one

Harold says "fuck ICE" too

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Aha that’s adorable! Glad she remembered.

Stand With Minnesota Donation Directory Stand With Minnesota is a hub for supporting, learning, and taking action to support Minnesotans impacted by ICE and federal enforcement.

Looking for a way to help communities in Minnesota being affected by ICE? This website lists a bunch of different organizations/resources that you can donate to! I highly encourage everyone who can to pick a few places they can give to.

www.standwithminnesota.com

YouTube video by Adventures With Parker Listening to the Land | Petroglyphs Provincial Park

Explore this incredible provincial park with me in my latest vlog, where we learn about Nishnaabeg culture & traditions at the Learning Place, reflect on our connectedness at the site of the Teaching Rocks, and marvel at the curious colour, flora, and fauna of Lake McGinnis.

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Some places ask us to slow down.
To walk a little quieter.
To listen a little closer.

This land holds stories older than memory. Not written down, but carried forward – etched in stone and woven through generations. Here, everything is connected. This is Petroglyphs Provincial Park.

What’s so special about 195… OHHH!

They know when you need them! It’s like they can sense it, and they know how to calm you down when you’re stressed. On the flip side, they’re also programmed to stress you out when your calm 🤣 Perfectly balanced, as all things should be.

With the same fencing and everything! 🤯

Amazing coaster btw. Superman is consistently in my Top 25.

The only problem I find is the subtitles. Why don’t the French subtitles match what’s being said?! Is it because they’re doing direct translations of the English audio instead of transcribing the French audio? It’s so weird, and it’s just adding to my confusion instead of being helpful.

Mike and I have made it our goal to become fluent in French… both for our upcoming Disneyland Paris trip, and to help us in our careers. And something we’ve been trying out is watching old Disney movies (that we already know inside and out) in French.

Something I’m really trying to master as a vlogger/video editor is learning to leave footage on the cutting room floor. I sometimes feel like I HAVE to include clips because… well… I took the time to film them. But sometimes less is more.

On Saturday, I had to say goodbye to Canada’s Wonderland as they took their final bow for the 2025 season. It’s always hard to go four months without being able to visit this place, but I’m so grateful for all the memories the 2025 season brought me.

YouTube video by Adventures With Parker Top 26 Roller Coasters of 2026

Airtime. Hangtime. Inversions. Speed. Theming. We all value different things in our fave roller coasters, which is why everyone’s rankings are a little different.

On that note, here’s my list of the Top 26 coasters that I think are the best of the best going into 2026: youtu.be/qgfyImAGPU4

Light the lamp, not the rat!

One more sleep ‘til Christmas

HM: The Rankin-Bass claymation specials

In honour of Christmas Eve, here are my Top 10 Christmas films:

1. Christmas Vacation
2. Home Alone
3. Muppets Christmas Carol
4. Home Alone 2
5. Gremlins
6. The Polar Express
7. How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
8. The Santa Clause
9. Christmas With the Kranks
10. Elf

Merry Christmas? More like Merry Cretaceous! 🦕

I got to sing O Holy Night at my church’s Christmas Eve service tonight. I love this song so much, so it was a real treat to be able to do it, and in the moment, it felt so magical and moving.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and wonderful end to the year 🥰🎄☃️

Just wanted to send the biggest hug to everyone mourning the loss of Adam the Woo right now. I never had the pleasure of knowing him personally, but he was one of several channels that inspired me to pursue vlogging. He was a bright light in the community that will be missed.

Minnie Mouse… MM… turn it around… WICKED WITCH!

Although not necessarily my favourite ride models out there, I love how graceful gigas are, and the magnificent presence they hold in a park’s skyline.

Mr. Twister and Candy Cane — two of my favourite characters to chat with at Winterfest!

Today’s views walking into my office

And yes, this is the vlog where I get my credit on GOOD GRAVY!