Visiting Squam Lakes Natural Science Center: Hidden Gem for Kids in NH
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Head to Squam Lakes Natural Science Center for outdoor fun and animal encounters!
Lisa Warden
Lisa Warden is a biology lecturer at Rider University who has traveled the world and lived abroad. While her three kids have made global exploration trickier, she’s embraced local adventures to experience all her area has to offer. A passionate writer, Lisa loves discovering new things and seeing excitement in her kids’ faces—writing for Mommy Poppins lets her do all of that while keeping her family on their toes.
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Wild Child Play Co. Opens in Cherry Hill, Offering Indoor Fun
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Cherry Hill's brand-new Wild Child Play Co. is an engaging, enriching play space you will enjoy as much as your children. This innovative South Jersey indoor play space is geared toward kids 8 and under and packs a lot into its space, providing many opportunities for kids to get their energy out and engage in imaginative play.
Read on to find out why my three very different kids loved this place, and why I found it a breath of fresh air as a parent.
And, if Cherry Hill is too far of a drive for you, or you have older kids, check out our write-up of 20 Best Kids’ Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in NJ and our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for New Jersey Kids.
Best Winter Hikes in New Jersey to Enjoy with Kids
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Our list of family-friendly wintertime hikes in New Jersey features fun cold-weather attractions like waterfalls, grand vistas, and ruins. I love hiking with my kids on NJ trails in winter because there's a lot of room for exploration.
Hiking in winter can be a cold and muddy endeavor, so keep that in mind before you set out and wear appropriate outerwear and boots.
If you fall in love with winter hiking, many of these easy NJ hikes for fall would also be great for winter.
A Longwood Christmas: A Spectacular Holiday Experience with Kids
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Looking for something to do to get your family into the holiday spirit this year that is fun for kids and adults? Check out A Longwood Christmas at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA. This spectacular holiday event features over 550,000 glimmering lights with live musical performances, and an outdoor railway display sure to please your children and bring holiday cheer to the whole family!
Looking for more things to do while you're in the area? Check out our list of Things to Do with Kids Near West Chester, PA. For more Christmas fun, don't miss our round up of 30 Must-do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in Philly for Kids and our Philadelphia Holiday Guide.
Garfield Park Conservatory with Kids: Best Things to See and Do
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Whether you live in the Chicago area or are here for a visit with your family, there are a few things that should always be on your to-do list. The one I strongly suggest? The Garfield Park Conservatory. This is one of the largest conservatories in the country with more than 10 acres of greenhouses, outdoor gardens, nature spaces, and play places. Not only could I not get enough of the wide variety of plants they showcased, but the kids had an absolute blast. Best of all, it is easy to get to and FREE! Read on for details on what you will see and what to expect when visiting with kids.
Feed the Animals and More Fun at Muddy Paws Farm Rescue
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You can feel good about a visit to Muddy Paws Farm Rescue for two reasons: Your kids will be thrilled feeding and petting the farm animals, and you'll have donated to an incredible nonprofit that rescues mistreated animals.
Located in Southampton, New Jersey, Muddy Paws has more than 100 animals for your family to pet and pamper. If this sounds like a fun outing for your family, read on for tips on visiting the farm with kids.
Read our roundup of New Jersey's best petting zoos for more great places to visit some furry friends.
Visiting Flume Gorge in New Hampshire with Kids - Tips for Hiking Flume Gorge
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Find family fun hiking Flume Gorge in the White Mountains of NH!
Guide to Visiting the Tuckerton Seaport Museum with Kids
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The Tuckerton Seaport Museum bills itself as a showcase for New Jersey's coastal culture, and my family and I had a great time visiting it this summer. The Jersey Shore institution offers boat rides, creek tours, a nature trail, a lighthouse, an old fishing village, and crafting.
When I first looked at the website before visiting, I thought it would be for older children, but my kids ages 2, 6, and 8, were all happy with the visit because it offers activities that will appeal to a variety of ages.
Read on for everything you need to know before visiting the Tuckerton Seaport Museum, and check out our roundup of 70 Things To Do at the Jersey Shore with Kids for more inspo while you're in the area.
