Crater Lake National Park
Now that I finally finished up the DC posts, I can do some of the other places we went to this summer! We finally made it out to Crater Lake National Park. I lived within an hour in a half... Continue reading →
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Hampton National Historic Site
Our last full day in the DC area was pouring rain. We were tired after 2.5 weeks of going non-stop. However, I knew we couldn’t stay home all day or the kids would get bored and fight with each other.... Continue reading →
Antietam
After Monocacy and Harper’s Ferry, we went to Antietam. Unfortunately, the kids were getting tired by this time, so we didn’t spend that much time there. I would have liked to stay longer, but such as life. Just means we... Continue reading →
Harper’s Ferry
The first time I went to Harper’s Ferry, I didn’t realize the historical significance of it. Have you heard of Harper’s Ferry? If not, you should do some research before visiting this beautiful place! Harper’s Ferry was important during the Civil... Continue reading →
Monocacy
On the way to Harper’s Ferry, we stopped by Monocacy – “The Battle that saved Washington.” This battlefield is not far from DC, near Fredrick, Md. It is a nice little battlefield to visit. I didn’t know much about it... Continue reading →
Independence Hall & Liberty Bell
When most people think about visiting Philadelphia, they think of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Well, and cheesesteaks of course – no visit is complete without a Cheesesteak. First, you need to stop by the Visitor’s Center to get... Continue reading →
US Mint in Philadelphia
* When people visit Philadelphia, they often think about visiting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. While those are great to visit, don’t forget to walk a block down to the Mint! It is seriously just a block from... Continue reading →
Valley Forge
I think I’ve mentioned how much I love the Junior Ranger Program? I learn so much about each of the places we are visiting while doing them with my kids (And one of my degrees is in History!). We learned... Continue reading →
Hershey Park
We stayed the night in Hershey this year – it had been a few trips since we had been to Hershey Park and we wanted to go again. #2 wanted to go to celebrate his 12th birthday. I think... Continue reading →
Hershey’s Chocolate World & Lancaster County
Another trip we take every time we go to DC is to Lancaster County and Hershey. I love Lancaster County. Donuts (cheese danish! Coconut Long John!) at the Central Market are a must for us! If you get a chance,... Continue reading →