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    http://www.all-a-flutter.com
    7850-B Clinard Farms Road
    High Point, NC  27265
    336-454-5651
    Demonstrations of all stages of development to the emergence of the delicate and beautiful adult...more
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    http://www.southcarolinaparks.com/park-finder/state-park/1797.aspx
    196 Andrew Jackson Park Road
    Lancaster, SC  29720
    803-285-3344
    This 360-acre park features a museum that details the boyhood of the nation's seventh president,...more
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    www.appskimtn.com
    500 Main St.
    Blowing Rock NC  28605
    800-322-2373
    Perfect for family winter fun. Kid-friendly and good for skiers and snowboarders, from beginners on....more
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    789 N.C. Hwy 24/27 E., Badin Lake Road
    Troy, NC  27371
    910-576-6391
    Badin Lake, in Uwharrie National Forest, is a focal point for campers, hikers, anglers, hunters,...more
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    http://www.billygraham.org/BGLibrary_Index.asp
    4330 Westmont Drive
    Charlotte, NC  28217
    704-401-3200
    The Billy Graham Library opened on June 5th and tells the story of Dr. Graham...more
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    www.biltmore.com
    1 Approach Road
    Asheville NC  28803
    877-BILTMORE
    For summer fun with a historical twist, visit Biltmore, the 8,000-acre estate of America's largest...more
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    www.biltmore.com
    1 Approach Road
    Asheville, NC  28803
    877-BILTMORE
    For summer fun with a historical twist, visit Biltmore, the 8,000-acre estate of America's largest...more
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    http://www.theblowingrock.com
    U.S. 321 S.
    Blowing Rock, NC  28605
    828-295-7111
    One of North Carolina's oldest attractions, Blowing Rock boasts a massive cliff, 4,000 feet above...more
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    3552 Boone's Cave Road
    Lexington, NC  27292
    336-242-2285
    Visit the cave where it is said Daniel Boone lived in 1772, as well as...more
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    http://www.carolinaraptorcenter.org
    6000 Sample Road
    Huntersville, NC  28078
    704-875-6521
    Observe these majestic and powerful raptors in their aviaries and chat with our Wild Wings...more
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    www.carolinasaviation.org
    4108 Minuteman Way
    Charlotte NC  28208
    704-359-8442
    Located near Charlotte-Douglas Airport, the museum includes several hangars and numerous aircraft. The original hangar...more
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    http://www.castlemcculloch.com
    3925 Kivett Dr.
    Jamestown, NC  27282
    336-887-5413
    Built during the North Carolina gold rush, Castle McCulloch is constructed like an authentic medieval...more
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    http://www.catawbascience.org
    243 Third Ave. N.E.
    Hickory, NC  28603
    828-322-8169
    Experience the vibrations of an earthquake, try your hand at virtual cave art, signal a...more
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    http://www.cherokeezoo.com
    1204 Tsalagi Road
    Cherokee, NC  28719
    828-497-4525
    In the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains lies a home and natural habitat for...more
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    www.childrensmuseumofws.org
    390 S. Liberty St.
    Winston-Salem, NC  27101
    336-723-9111
    The Children's Museum of Winston-Salem creates a compelling destination for visitors to play and learn...more
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    http://www.chimneyrockpark.com
    N.C. 64/74A
    Chimney Rock, NC  28720
    800-277-9611
    Reconnect with nature and spend time with family and friends while taking in the best...more
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    http://www.clearcreekranch.com
    100 Clear Creek Drive
    Burnsville 800-651-4510
    Offers old-fashioned fun for the family including horseback-riding, mining, waterfall hiking and rafting. Read the...more
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    http://www.crowdersmountain.com
    522 Park Office Lane
    Kings Mountain, NC  28086
    704-853-5375
    This scenic state park is the home of two mountains: Crowders Mt. and Pinnacle Mt.,...more
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    http://www.dannicholas.net
    6800 Bringle Ferry Road
    Salisbury, NC  28146
    704-216-7800
    This 425 acre park offers a 10 acre lake for paddle boating and fishing, Rowan...more
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    http://www.darbyacresfarm.com
    9395 Hutchinson Lane
    Charlotte NC  28216
    704-400-2575
    Petting farm offering pony rides for kids and adults and horse lessons from beginner to...more
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    www.edventure.org
    211 Gervais St.
    Columbia SC  29201
    803-779-3100
    Six wold-class exhibit galleries, 350 hands-on exhibits, learning laboratories, resource centers and more. South of...more
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    http://www.elijahmountain.com.
    2120 Brevard Road
    Hendersonville, NC  28739
    828-693-3123
    Become a prospector from the 1800's and mine for real gem stones that you can...more
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    http://www.xicenter.com
    4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Road
    Indian Trail, NC  28079
    704-882-1830
    Come visit the Extreme Ice Center with your group or family! Enjoy public skating, excellent...more
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    http://www.fortdobbs.org
    438 Ft. Dobbs Road
    Statesville, NC  28625
    704-873-5882
    The site of the only French & Indian War fort in NC. Archaeological sites, artifact...more
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    http://www.gemmountain.com
    N.C. 226
    Spruce Pine, NC  28277
    888-817-5829
    Learn how to mine and get the gem rush at Gem Mt. Offering a wonderful...more
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    http://www.grandfather.com
    US 221 N., Blue Ridge Pkwy.
    Linville, NC  28646
    800-468-7325
    The highest peak in the Blue Ridge and see one of the world's most environmentally...more
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    http://www.nps.gov/guco
    2332 New Garden Road
    Greensboro, NC  27405
    336-288-1776
    The site of the largest Revolutionary War's battle fought in the south. The British defeat...more
    Listed in: Day Trips

    http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/haro/main.php
    2015 Hanging Rock Park Road
    Danbury, NC  27016
    336-593-8480
    Shear cliffs, bare rocks and cascading waterfalls makes this state park for the more adventuresome...more
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    http://www.hawksnest-resort.com
    N.C. 105
    South Banner Elk, NC 828-963-6561
    Twelve slopes spread out over twenty-five acres at almost 5,000 feet in elevation makes Hawksnest...more
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    http://www.hollywild.com
    2325 Hampton Road
    Inman, SC  29385
    864-472-2038
    Safari through almost 100 acres of wild animals! Includes petting areas, picnic areas, a gift...more
    Listed in: Day Trips

    http://www.homelandcreamery.com
    6506 Bowman Dairy Road
    Julian, NC  27283
    336-685-6455
    Visit a dairy farm and learn how the milk gets from the cow to your...more
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    http://www.horninthewest.com
    591 Horn in the West Dr.
    Boone, NC  28607
    828-264-2120
    The nations oldest Revolutionary War drama based on the life of Daniel Boone. Details the...more
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    http://www.jaars.org
    7405 Jaars Road
    Waxhaw, NC  28173
    704-843-6130
    Free tours are given, on a reserved basis, of the Wycliffe Bible Translators Support and...more
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    http://www.lazyfiveranch.com
    15100 Mooresville Road
    Mooresville, NC  28115
    704-663-5100
    Come Feed the Animals! Since 1993 the Lazy 5 Ranch has been attracting animal lovers...more
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    http://www.linvillecaverns.com
    19929 U.S. 221 N.
    Marion, NC  28752
    800-419-0540
    Delve into the depths of the earth at the based of Humpback Mt. in the...more
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    Kistler Memorial Hwy
    Linville Falls, NC  28647
    828-652-2144.
    Referred to as "The Grand Canyon of North Carolina," Linville Gorge descends over 2,000 feet...more
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    http://www.maizeadventure.com
    1615 Kersey Valley Road
    High Point, NC  27263
    336-431-1700
    Offering a seasonal pumpkin patch, gem and fossil digs. The corn maize is sure to...more
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    www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
    201 E. Hargett St.
    Raleigh, NC  27601
    919-834-4040
    Marbles Kids Museum provides hands-on, interactive exhibits for children of all ages to explore, discover...more
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    http://www.visitmayberry.com
    200 N. Main St.
    Mount Airy, NC  27030
    800-948-0949
    These beautiful and historic mountains welcome visitors to step back in time to and...more
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    http://www.catawbahistory.org/historic_murrays_mill.php
    1489 Murray's Mill Road
    Catawba, NC  28658
    828-241-4299
    Step back in time via the countryside of eastern Catawba County and experience life just...more
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    http://www.chmuseums.org/myco.htm
    4621 Mt. Gallant Road
    Rock Hill, SC  29723
    803-329-2121
    Take a safari through the Stans African Halls and explore the universe in the Settlemyre...more
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    http://www.ncairmuseum.org
    2222-G Pilots View Road
    Asheboro, NC  27204
    336-625-0170
    The museum houses vintage, antique and historic aircraft from before WW II through the Vietnam...more
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    http://www.nctrans.org
    411 S. Salisbury Ave.
    Spencer, SC  28159
    704-636-2889
    Marvel over the achievements in transportation by viewing more than 25 restored-locomotives and rail cars,...more
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    http://www.nczoo.org
    4401 Zoo Parkway
    Asheboro, NC  27205
    800-488-0444
    This is one of the first zoos to create a natural habitat for the zoo...more
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    http://www.oldsalem.org
    600 S. Main St.
    Winston-Salem, NC  27101
    888-653-7253
    Founded in 1766 by the Moravians, Old Salem is a picturesque view of 18th and...more
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    http://www.pattersonfarminc.com
    10390 Caldwell Road
    Mount Ulla, NC  28125
    704-857-5242
    You can purchase fresh fruits, vegetalbes, and plants, visit petting farm, enjoy hayrides and puppet...more
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    http://www.nchistoricsites.org/polk/
    12031 Lancaster Hwy
    Pineville, NC  28134
    704-889-7145
    Located on land once owned by the parents of James K. Polk, the 11th U.S....more
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    http://www.queenslanding.com
    1459 River Highway
    Mooresville, NC  28117
    704-663-2628
    Enjoy a spectacular view as you discover the history about Lake Norman on a Lunch...more
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    1780 Tuckaseegee Road
    Lincolnton, NC  28092
    704-735-8442
    This fateful battle proved to be one of the bloodiest in the American Revolution. Some...more
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    www.nchistoricsites.org/Reed/reed.htm
    9621 Reed Mine Rd.
    Midland, NC  28107
    704-721-4653
    Reed Gold Mine is where gold was first documented in the United States. Here you...more
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