Day 224- National Parks

Day 224- National Parks

I love national parks. They are a great resource. Where else can you learn, explore, and/or be in nature all for free or near free.

Last Saturday, Christine and I went on a hike in one of the 23 national parks in Washington DC, the C&O Canal. We hiked for about 2.5 miles and then turned around and hiked along the Capitol Crescent Trail.

We also took the ranger led mule boat ride for $5 each, we got an amazing tour of Georgetown by canal. All in all, we got exercise, fresh air, sunshine, an educational boat ride and saw amazing things for less than $20 including transportation and snacks.

Next week, we are planning a trip to Rock Creek Park for a hike and a picnic. And our house is planning a trip to Greenbelt Campsite for a house camping trip.

You can find out where your local parks are located by going to nps.gov or by googling your local state park service.