This Thursday's tip sheet
Is it a perfect time for best places for family hikes, as Christine suggested a while ago? Or are we just inviting more rain with that idea?
While we're deciding, please post your favorite places for family hikes below, and/or suggest another topic. Remember, there are many Thursdays down the road. And please help us all out and ask your friends to contribute ideas; the more parents who participate, the better the lists.









Comments
Soldiers Delight is close by and unique.
Robert E. Lee if it hasn't been raining too much.
There are also a couple of trails near Calvert Cliffs...
Posted by: Herbert | May 19, 2008 3:45 PM
Robert E. Lee can be a terrifying experience for children who are afraid of dogs/don't really care for large dogs who are off teh leash to run over and knock them down. I don't blame the dogs -- I blame the hordes of irresponsible dog owners who have ruined this park for anyone else. Beware!
Posted by: Momof2 | May 19, 2008 4:46 PM
Oregon Ridge is our favorite. If you are still using a stroller, there is a short paved trail. And if your kids are older, there are plenty of longer trails that are a little more challenging. As an added bonus there is a nature center with all sorts of animals too.
Posted by: Joyce | May 19, 2008 8:47 PM
My kids and I love going to Oregon Ridge too (they're 5,4 and 2.5). The trail around the lake has great views and isn't too tough for them. There is one "tree bridge" (two tree trunks with a railing spanning a little ravine) that is a little tricky, but the kids feel very accomplished after crossing it. We always stop at the little nature center first and then they can be on the lookout for forest critters and certain trees or plants.
Posted by: Laura | May 20, 2008 10:11 AM
The Gunpowder River trail is really nice. It's level and flat and runs along the water for several miles. You can easily hop down to the water's edge and skip stones or throw a twig in the water and watch it go with the current. You also might catch fly fishermen (and women!) or canoers as well.
Posted by: WildBillFan | May 20, 2008 1:58 PM