Food + Fun

Haunted Houses and Trails in Charlotte

Editorial staff,

Prepare for a thrilling weekend or evening scare at one of these haunted houses or trails.

Healthy Kid Snacks

American Dietetic Association,

Healthy snacks for kids.

Campfire Cooking

ARA Content,

Learn about cooking outdoors over the campfire and try out these two new recipes.

10 Activities Under $10

Caitlin Dover,

A list of fun, family ideas and activities in the month of June for $10 and under.

Fox on Fatherhood: Coach John Fox Talks Family and Sports

Eve White,

John Fox's thoughts about family life — on the field and off.

Cache Me if You Can

Marty Minchin,

The geocaching craze comes to Charlotte. Find out why parents and kids are engaging on treasure hunts using a GPS devise and why they are crazy about geocaching.

Chicken Maquechoux with Herb Mix

Chef Mark Martin,

Chef Mark Martin shares a wonderful recipe that whole family will enjoy; especially those picky eaters in the family.

Stargazing at Carolina Planetarium

Janice Lewine, Myra Wright, Eve White,

A detailed list of surrounding-area planetariums, shows and features for family fun this summer.

Five Ideas for Father's Day

Kenneth Brown,

Great ideas on how to say "you're special" to your dad.

Geocaching Tips

Marty Minchin,

Tips on how to get started with geocaching

Geocaching: Buying and Using a GPS

Marty Minchin,

Expert advice on what's needed when shopping for a GPS and how best to use it.

Par for Pop: Local Golf Course Listing

Kenneth Brown,

Get out on the course with Dad. Here's a list of golf courses in the Charlotte area. Father's Day or any day is a good time for Dad and the kids to be together.

National Backyard Camping

Meaghan Clark,

There's a special night designated for backyard camping. Check out what to do, where to register and how to make your night outdoors a memorable one.

Q&A with Geocache Expert Graeme McGufficke

Asheville Tourism board,

Asheville, North Carolina is a mecca for geocachers and a fitting home for a cacher of world-class experience. Meet Graeme McGufficke

CHEF ROBBY

Chef Robby Hooker,

Seasonings for barbecue favorites.

10 Activities Under $10

Kenneth Brown,

A list of fun things to do that won't break the bank.

Packing Your Kids' Lunches

Chef Mark Zink,

Great ideas for healthy lunches. Copy this delicious recipe and read a book review that you and your child will enjoy.

Cool School Tools for 2008

Kara Lynn Mann,

Here's a list of must-have items your kids will be clamoring for this fall.

Ages & Stages: 11-18: Teens and the Toaster Oven

Christine Gable,

Introduce cooking skills to your teen through the use of a toaster oven. Here's a look at snack and light meal ideas along with a great starter recipe.