Author: Lindsay Garrison

Whether you’re simply looking for something a little different than your community or neighborhood pool, or you’re a total thrill seeker, the Richmond area (and a bit beyond) has several…

Safe, comfortable, unique lodging awaits at Love Ridge Mountain Lodging.

Playground hopping is one of our easy, go-to summer activities. Here’s how it works: I map out 3-4 playgrounds, each within a 5-10 minute drive. We spend anywhere from 30…

Temps are starting to rise in RVA, and that Virginia humidity can make it tough to find things to do. Of course, there’s the obvious – the pool, but how…

I love taking my children on “family field trips,” where we can all learn something new together, and Richmond has no shortage of hands-on learning opportunities. Whether you are hoping…

Hiking with kids isn’t always easy, but in my experience it is worth it. Sure, there are more breaks along the way, and more snacks to pack; but, the benefits…

My family loves to spend our weekend mornings at the local farmers’ markets. There are so many benefits to bringing children to farmers’ markets: positive interaction with community members, learning…

Looking for affordable family fun this summer? We’ve got you covered with 10 activities for $10 or less – all around Richmond!

Parents and caregivers, whether we’re ready for it or not, summer is quickly approaching. Like many of you, I am looking forward to slower mornings, a less strict routine, and…

Richmond is home to several sports teams, from Division I Athletics, to professional minor league teams, making it easy to support our local athletes. Many teams offer specials or discounts…

You don’t need to travel far for fun and precious family memories. Explore destinations less than two hours away. From museums to hikes, find it all here!

Check out these five opportunities for Richmond families to have fun observing, learing and interacting with animals.