Family Fun for College Tours in Maine

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Jun 202010
 
Family Fun for College Tours in Maine

          The University of Maine, in the capital of Augusta, is the state’s flagship campus.  The area is surrounded by lakes, ponds, and the Kennebec River that provide lots of opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, swimming and boating in the warmer months.  Visitors may rent canoes and kayaks from Belgrade Canoe & Kayak about 20 minutes outside Augusta.         If you are a history major you might be interested in visiting 254-year-old Old Fort Western which was built in 1754.  It is the nation’s oldest surviving wooden fort. Located on the banks of the Kennebec River, the Fort complex includes the original main house (barrack and store) and reproduction blockhouses, watchboxes and palisade. The Fort portrays military, settlement, family, work and community themes.       If you make the trip to [...]

Family Fun Touring Colleges in Western MA

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Jun 082010
 
Family Fun Touring Colleges in Western MA

     There is so much to do in Western Massachusetts that you might want to take a family vacation there even if you are not visiting colleges. Located 2 hours west of Boston and 3 hours north of New York City, the Five College area centered around Amherst, South Hadley and Northampton, MA contains a range of great colleges, and fun family activities to add on to make your college tour a mini-vacation.      In terms of academics, the area is home to the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts as well as the highly respected Smith, Mount Holyoke and Amherst Colleges and the innovative Hampshire College.        The five schools collaborate freely, openings classes to each other’s students and sharing libraries, shuttle services and access to many social and cultural [...]

Jersey Shore Daytrip to South Street Seaport

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Mar 162010
 
Jersey Shore Daytrip to South Street Seaport

     The northern reaches of the Jersey Shore in Monmouth and Ocean counties are well connected to New York City via trains, buses, highways and ferries.  If your tribe is ready for a break from the beach (or the weather is not cooperating) consider heading north to the high speen catamaran  Seastreak ferry from Highlands, NJ  for the 40 minute ride to Pier 11 at Wall Street near the South Street Seaport.  Our teen and tween had never visited New York so the trip to South Street Seaport , on the site of the former Fulton Fish Market, was a big thrill. Learn about America’s Maritime History at South Street Seaport      Within walking distance of the Wall Street ferry terminal, you will find the South Street Seaport Museum which hosts [...]

Jersey Shore Hikes, History and More with Teens and Tweens

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Mar 022010
 
Jersey Shore Hikes, History and More with Teens and Tweens

     While the beach is the big draw at the Jersey Shore, don’t overlook the wonderful hikes, history, boating, golf, camping and other recreational activities available at the hidden jewels of the Shore, i.e. the county and state parks of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.  We’ll just hit some of the highlights here but be sure to check out the official sites like the Monmouth County Park System home page and the New Jersey State Parks site for lots more information, reservations and operating hours.  Within a short drive of the beach you can find: The Historic Village of Allaire and Allaire State Park      The non-profit Historic Village of Allaire,Farmingdale, NJ, maintains a well restored 18th century industrial village of more than 40 buildings including row houses, a chapel, a store, a [...]

Jersey Shore Boat Tours with Teens and Tweens

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Feb 222010
 
Jersey Shore Boat Tours with Teens and Tweens

     With 100 plus miles of coastline, you are never far from the water at the Jersey Shore.  Marinas in Belmar, Point Pleasant, Cape May and other towns are the place to go to check out your options.  From fishing to power boats, party boats, ferries, sailboat charters, riverboat rides or whale watches you can find them at the  Jersey Shore.  Major holidays like July 4th bring on specialty fireworks cruises to major extravaganzas  in Red Bank and New York Harbor, as well as local shows.   We love the sunset cruises up the coast that give you a bird’s eye view of the various boardwalks and towns along your route.      Depending on your interests, budget and time you are sure to find something the whole family will enjoy.  Some of [...]

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