29 Kid Friendly Virginia Museums

Make learning fun with a trip to one of these 29 kid friendly Virginia Museums. Whether it's an afternoon adventure, an all day exploration, or part of a weekend travel itinerary, these museums are sure to engage your children - and you! Kid Friendly Virginia Museums Whether your child is a toddler or a teen, you’re sure to find just the right kid friendly Virginia museum. Here’s a quick tour of some family favorites. Be sure to check their websites for special exhibits along with updates regarding admission. To help find the museum(s) th...

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Winter Family Adventures

Whether you're a family of outdoor enthusiasts or prefer to stay warm inside, one of these winter family adventures is sure to please. Take your pick of hikes, winter sports, family-friendly museums and more. Winter Family Adventures When you’re dressed for the elements, winter is a great time to explore. The VA Kids Trail is home to national and state parks as well as environmental preserves. Winter sports rule at one of America's top family fun resorts in the Shenandoah Valley. And we've even come up with a few unique family adventures to...

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Check Out These Shenandoah Valley Holiday Happenings

Seasons Greetings! Looking for Shenandoah Valley holiday happenings? We’ve updated last year's list for 2021 and even added some links to inspire your gift giving. Shenandoah Valley Holiday Happenings The next two weekends are stuffed like a stocking with Christmas parades throughout the Shenandoah Valley. And the Santa gang is out in force. Here are a few Shenandoah Valley holiday happenings to make things merry and bright. Enjoy a walking holiday light tour now through January 2 with Frederick County Parks and Recreation. Get your tic...

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Get Ready for Blue Ridge Sprouts!

Sometimes it's hard to find events for those ‘tweens and teens. If you have kids ages 8-15, then get ready for Blue Ridge Sprouts, a festival for “foodies” and the whole family! Get Ready for Blue Ridge Sprouts Blue Ridge Sprouts celebrates locally sourced food, agricultural heritage, and environmental sustainability. The fun takes place Saturday, November 6, 11:30am - 5pm, at West Oaks Farm Market in Winchester, VA. Sprouts brings together top culinary talent, including a former White House Chef and a Food TV Winner, farmers, food arti...

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Cooking with Your Kids 9 Great Reasons

Cooking with your kids not only makes memories, it’s a great way to learn and grow. Check out these 9 important reasons to get into the kitchen as a family. Learn about age appropriate skills and try some easy, delicious recipes. Cooking with Your Kids - 9 Important Reasons From toddlers to teens, cooking does more than just provide a meal. Here are 9 great reasons why your kids should develop some culinary skills: #1 Good Nutrition Habits: Kids are more inclined to eat healthy when they have a hand in preparing a meal. Inspire that habit ...

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Free Fall Family Fun Ideas

Fall family fun doesn’t need to be expensive! Let the Kids Trail gang show you some free (or nearly free) fall family fun ideas. Bucket knows the best places for day hikes, picnicking and biking. Fungi takes you to a PYO orchard then shares a baked apple recipe. Shenny has come up with some fun fall crafts that make beautiful holiday gifts. And Ridge shows us how to celebrate our natural heritage by gathering a future forest. Free Fall Family Fun Ideas Some would argue that there’s no better season than fall in the Blue Ridge and Shenandoah V...

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Blue Ridge Family Fun Is Now Open

Slowly, but surely, Blue Ridge family fun is now reopening. Here’s an update of Kids Trail stops for kid friendly adventure. And always, “know before you go.” Check websites and social media for updates. Blue Ridge Family Fun in Winchester State and national parks are a popular family adventure choice. The Winchester region of the Kids Trail is home to Shenandoah National Park as well as Shenandoah River State Park. Get the latest Virginia Park updates here. Looking for more outdoor fun? While in the area, take a trip to the prehistoric p...

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Enjoy these Family Friendly Virtual Experiences

Family friendly virtual experiences are now part of our everyday routine. So here are six Kids Trail destinations bringing the entertainment and education to your living room. Use these experiences to supplement your child’s at-home learning. Or just kick back and enjoy them as a family. Family Friendly Virtual Experiences on the VA Kids Trail While watching online can’t match the real thing, it does provide newfound knowledge and even relieve some boredom. Museums, libraries, parks as well as area resorts are providing virtual experiences. N...

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