Family Day Trip Ideas
A
re you looking for great day trip ideas?
We have just what you are looking for. Taking sum- mer day trips is a great way
to have fun as a family, create memories, and have a break from everyday routines.
1. Check out our family-friendly calendar on pages 32-34 for great events going on this summer in your community or a neighboring community. 2. Summer is filled with fairs and festivals. Check out our list of fairs and festivals on page 32. 3. West Virginia has many great parks. There are state parks with many accommodations and activities to fit your needs. Check out our listing of parks on page 15. 4. Museums and Living History Sites are great ways to learn
about the past and experience history. See our listing of Muse- ums on page 14-15. 5. Hiking Trails comes in all shapes and sizes. Check out local nature centers, state parks, and national parks/forest for the hiking trail that fits your needs. Some trails are wheel-chair accessible. For a comprehensive list of trails in West Virginia, visit
www.wvtrails.com. 6. Factory Tours are a great way to learn about american in- dustry. Many factories that provide tours for visitors are still working factories. Some WV factory tours include Blenko Glass Company in Milton, WV, Fenton Art Glass in William- stown, WV, and Homer Laughlin China Company in Newell, WV. If you are visiting other states this summer and interested in factory tours at our destination, go to www.factorytoursusa.
com.
©Kimberly McCallen, West Virginia
Rock climbing within reach!
A guided climbing route with a permanently installed safety system
Nelson Rocks Preserve WV
Ages 13 and up
Group rates, lodging and transportation options available
VisitViaFerrata.com • 1-800-729-9230
Children under 4’9” need to ride in a booster seat.
12 Summer 2010
west virginia Family Magazine
1-304-472-4528
1-877-366-2501
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