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One of the Greatest Christmas Gifts I Ever Gave: A Summer Road Trip to Remember

Christmas is a time of giving, a time to show our loved ones how much we care. Reflecting on the greatest Christmas gift I ever gave my husband, one memory stands out vividly. It wasn't a fancy gad...

How to Have a Family Staycation In Your Hometown

Planning a memorable summer vacation for your family doesn’t have to mean going far. A family staycation means spending time vacationing in your hometown, which can involve trips to local tourist a...

How to Plan a Beach Day with Kids

 Over the past 17 years, I have enjoyed thousands of beach days with our 4 kids whose ages span from 17 down to age 2. Yep, you read that age gap correctly! One thing I have learned is that you can...

Tips and Tricks for Summer Travel with Kids

Summer is right around the corner and after two years of not getting around much, it’s time to dive into the most fun of family time this year. Summer 2022 is promising the best of family time, and...

The Lure of Fishing in National Parks

Republished article by the National Park Foundation Each October, we celebrate the passage of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, which preserves America’s free-flowing rivers with outstanding natural,...

Welcome to Parkcade: National Park Foundation

https://www.nationalparks.org/connect/parks-at-home/parkcade   Click on the activity below to get started! Getting crafty? Share your creations with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. NATIONA...

5 ways you can help endangered species in national parks

Republished article from the National Parks Service National parks are home to some amazing plants and animals, but unfortunately, many of these are “at-risk” species. This means that their populat...

Eight Great Winter Activities to Try in a National Park

Republished article from the National Park Foundation Our national parks offer incredible recreational opportunities, no matter the time of the year you decide to visit. But during the winter month...

Enjoy a Fee-Free Day in a National Park

Republished article from the National Park Foundation With over 400 sites, there is much to do and see in the National Park System, and there’s no better time to discover a new park than on a fee-f...

Strolling Through Your National Parks

Republished article from the National Park Foundation National park-loving parents know the dilemma well: even if a child can walk, little legs tend to tire quickly, and a stroller is often essenti...