We’ve spent a lot of time at ski resorts in the winter, but rarely visit them in the summer. Last week we had a chance to spend the day at Snowbird Mountain and it was a blast! Here’s everything you need to know about Summer at Snowbird Mountain. Snowbird is located just outside of Salt …
If you’re looking for a daytrip from Salt Lake City to spend some time in nature, check out Antelope Island State Park. Less than an hour north of downtown Salt Lake City, Antelope Island is the largest of 10 islands in the Great Salt Lake. It was named for the pronghorn antelope that early explorers …
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If you’ve ever thought about hiking Half Dome in Yosemite, you know it’s not as easy as it looks. Over 20 miles long with a significant vertical gain, only the strongest hikers will make it to the top. And you need to win a lottery to have the chance to do it! Here is everything …
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If you are planning a trip to Washington, DC with your children, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo should definitely be on your list of things to do. The Zoo was founded by the Smithsonian in 1889 to preserve and research animals from around the world. Today, it sits on 163 acres in the D.C.’s Rock Creek …
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The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, located just outside of Indianapolis in Speedway, Indiana, is the largest sports venue in the world. It is the home of the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400. Each year, millions of race fans worldwide tune in to see the amazing accomplishments that turn time into history and drivers into legends. …
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If you’re looking for the perfect 3-day itinerary for visiting San Francisco with kids, this is it. San Francisco is one of our favorite cities to visit. The boys have been there three times and each time we have experienced a completely different set of activities – some in the city and others out in …
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Angel Island State Park is the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay. With great hiking trails and some of the best views of the surrounding Bay area it is an area that should not be overlooked. The Island is primarily in its natural state, with paved roads to make hiking and biking more …
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Muir Woods National Monument is part of California’s Golden Gate National Recreation Area. It’s less than an hour north of San Francisco and yet it feels like it’s in a different world. You are immediately surrounded by redwood trees upon arrival and the temperature drops thanks to the shade of the trees. Muir Woods is …
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If you have a 4th grader, be sure to print our your National Park Pass to visit US National Parks for free throughout their entire 4th grade year!
The Kennedy Space Center is a great place to spend a day researching our nation’s history exploring outer space. KSC has indoor and outdoor exhibits, divided into Mission Zones, that chronologically showcase each mission into space. The exhibits detail the trials and tribulations of the space program beginning with the Mercury and Gemini programs and …
