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Stony Point Battlefield Offers Beautiful Views, a Lighthouse AND Revolutionary War History
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Check out this must-see, beautiful and off-the-beaten-path park with lots of early colonial history.
Honoring a Great President at the Eisenhower Memorial
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The Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial is one of the newest memorials in Washington DC. This memorial honors Eisenhower as the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces in Europe during World War II and the 34th President of the United States. Eisenhower was an American politician who served as President of the United States between 1953 […]
Experience Art in Nature at the National Sculpture Garden
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Lichtensteins, Calders and Indianas, oh my!
Hike Ricketts Glen State Park: 3.2 Miles, 18 Spectacular Waterfalls
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Take this hike to see 18 spectacular waterfalls!
Going All Art at the Storm King Art Center
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Combine a visit to an art museum with an outing to a park, all in one visit!
Tracing Revolutionary War History at Fort Nonsense
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This fascinating historic site also offers an amazing view!
Exploring Forgotten History: Catoctin Furnace and the African American Cemetery Trail
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Explore Catoctin Furnace’s rich history and learn why this iron-making village was so important to America’s history.
Hiking Gifford Pinchot State Park
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This park’s hike’s offer scenic water views and lovely treks through the woodlands.
Ride the Indian Head Rail Trail
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The popular, 13-mile, paved Indian Head Rail Trail travels roughly halfway across Charles County, following Mattawoman Creek valley between the small towns of Indian Head and White Plains.
Discover the Beauty of a Maryland Native Garden at Adkins Arboretum
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This arboretum focuses on presenting Maryland native plants in a variety of settings.
Bear Mountain State Park: Take a Scenic Drive
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Take this beautiful drive through Bear Mountain State Park, and take in the panoramic views over the forested Hudson River valley from a mountaintop observation tower.
Take a Ride Along Columbia’s Bikepaths
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Biking to a bakery along Columbia’s bike paths is a favorite Saturday morning pasttime!
Discover the Secrets of Stony Point Lighthouse — the Oldest Lighthouse on the Hudson River
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Come explore the oldest lighthouse along the Hudson River!