Outdoors Archives - Page 11 of 11

12 Ways to Beat the Heat with Kids

Michele Huggins,

Fresh, midsummer ideas for getting through the dog days of summer.

WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest Lands in Raleigh

Odile Fredericks,

Experience hot air balloons of every color and stripe for free this Memorial Day weekend.

Be a Junior Ranger

Holly Becker,

Park programs elevate experiences for kids.

Celebrate Memorial Day at Mint Hill Madness

Mikala Young,

An all-American parade, fitness events, carnival rides and more.

10 Pick-Your-Own Farms for the Family to Enjoy

Mikala Young,

Family favorite pick-your-own farms.

8 Fun Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

Mikala Young,

Like any other holiday, Earth day is a day to remind you of the precious gifts you already have. Not only should this day remind your family to give back to the planet but it should also be something that…

Best Greenways for Families in Charlotte

Vanessa Infanzon,

Charlotte's five best paths for strolling, biking or scooting with the family.

Do the Dash for Down Syndrome

Charlotte Parent,

Put a little spring in your step with a family walk or run in the 3-2-1 Dash for Down Syndrome happening March 21.

Celebrate Celtic Culture at the Annual Latta Celtic Festival

Mikala Young,

Bring the young lads and lassies to celebrate the rich Celtic culture at the third annual Latta Celtic Festival at Latta Plantation March 14-15.

Up, Up, and Away at Carolina Balloon Fest

Mikala Young,

Skies will be dappled in color October 17-19 during the Carolina Balloon Fest at Statesville Regional Airport.

Get Out and Play: 5 Local Playgrounds Kids Will Love

Mikala Young,

Hidden playground gems worth checking out.

Get Going on a Charlotte Greenway

Resa Goldberg,

A maze of trails connect destinations and promote health and wellness.

Playgrounds in Charlotte: Olde Providence Park

Heather Bailey,

If your older kids ask to go to the park, try out the trio of playgrounds at Olde Providence Park. On the grounds of Olde Providence Elementary School, these separate playground areas on different sides of the school are designed…

Places to Play at Lake Norman

Amy Salvatore Reiss,

Three places in Lake Norman to get out and play.

Bike, Swim and Run in Lake Norman

Katy LeGrand,

Bike, swim and run in Lake Norman.

Fun Places: NFL Play 60 KidZone

Michele Huggins,

While cheering on the Panthers in the play-offs, create a family competition of your own at the Play 60 KidZone at Freedom Park. The recently unveiled NFL Play 60 KidZone is a one-of-a-kind permanent play area that features an obstacle…

Playgrounds in Charlotte: Hornets Nest Park

Carolina Parent,

There are two playground sets at Hornets Nest Park to accommodate big kids, as well as toddler and preschoolers with slides and monkey bars. The equipment is fairly new, and the ground is covered in mulch and recycled rubber to…