For most Americans, Labor Day is the go-to day in September to spend time outside with friends and family. However, there is another September day dedicated to embracing nature with wonder and purpose: National Public Lands Day. Every year since 1994, the country has celebrated National Public Lands Day on the fourth Saturday of September.Continue reading “National Public Lands Day”
Category Archives: Holidays and Special Events
Seven Oaks Lavender Farm
Today my girls and I visited Seven Oaks Lavender Farm for the very first time. Northern Virginia’s lavender season technically ended a couple of weeks ago, but there were still items to be picked and fun to be had on the farm, so we decided to make the 45-minute trip from our home in FairfaxContinue reading “Seven Oaks Lavender Farm”
Everything’s Coming Up Tulips
Spring has officially sprung. Granted, it might be hard to tell based on the temperature fluctuation, but a quick glance around at my neighborhood trees and flower beds confirms the arrival of one of Virginia’s prettiest times of year. I made it pretty clear in my last blog post that hunting for seasonal flowers isContinue reading “Everything’s Coming Up Tulips”
Trail Quest
When I started writing this blog, the first post I shared on social media was this one about the 4th grade National Parks pass. My college friend Heather, who also lives in Virginia, commented that I should look into the Trail Quest challenge. I was intrigued, so I decided to check it out. Trail QuestContinue reading “Trail Quest”
First Day Hikes and Photo Contests
It always takes me by surprise when December 26th rolls around. All that anticipation, gift-buying, cooking, planning (well, maybe not so much planning this year), and then suddenly Christmas is over. If you’re anything like me, it helps to have something on the horizon in order to avoid falling into a post-Christmas slump. Since everyoneContinue reading “First Day Hikes and Photo Contests”
Christmas from the Car
I adore the Christmas season. The decorations, the cookies, the music, the movies…everything. Of course, I also love spending time with family and friends at this time of year, and that is sadly not going to happen the way it usually does. The same goes for some of our traditional outings and activities that don’tContinue reading “Christmas from the Car”
Old Dominion for Young Virginians 