National Christmas Tree
There’s a lot more to the National Christmas Tree than just some lights. The tree itself is certainly a sight …
Nature & Parks
Six Flags America
“Even if you’re a patient person, you can’t be patient for this!” – Senior OK Intern Back before the internet …
Trail Discovery for Kids: Northwest Branch Trail
Hike Information The trail head for this hike is on Kemp Mill Road across from the trail into Wheaton Regional …
Fall Festival at Silverbrook Nursery and Landscaping
Low-key and manageable, the Fall Festival at the Silverbrook Nursery and Landscaping is a pleasant way to spend an hour …
National Wildlife Visitor Center
My two boys and I have been to the National Wildlife Visitor Center for programs before, but decided to make …
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
One of the perks of living in the Washington DC area is being able to enjoy all of the Smithsonian …
Trail Discovery for Kids: River Trail
Hike Information The River trail is wide and flat. It is 1.4 miles out and back. The trail surface is …
Fall Frolic at Glen Echo Park
The history of Glen Echo Park is fascinating as it served the Washington DC metro area as an amusement park …
Niagara Falls Summer Family Trip
During a family road trip in June, we took our five children, ages 11, 9, 7, 6 and 4, to …
Story Time on the Lake
Need a vacation from your usual circuit of story time at the library or local book store? Head up to …