With summer just around the corner, it’s time to make your vacation plans. For families looking to rough it… just a little bit, RVing is a popular option. You can pack the comforts of home along with you as you find cool new adventures around New England and along the coast. Check out our list of nine RV parks near Boston that have awesome perks your family will love like bonfires, waterslides, fishing derbies and movie nights. At many, the season just opened, so be sure to book your spot at one of Boston’s best RV parks while you still can.

via instagram

Normandy Farms | Foxboro, MA

If you’re looking for an RV park that feels like a resort, Normandy Farm, nestled in the woods between Boston and Cape Cod, should do the trick. The park boasts pools, tennis courts, a wellness center and an array of summer activities (think: outdoor movies, ice cream socials, even a carnival) that bring families together. The sports courts, RC racetrack and pump track are other perks you won’t find at other parks. Plus, it’s dog-friendly.

Online: normandyfarms.com

Pine Lake RV Resort & Cottages | Sturbridge, MA

An RV park with a summer camp feel is what you’ll get at this RV park situated on an eight-acre lake. While you can fish, boat and enjoy the beach at the lake, other activities abound as well. Swim in the pool, catch a movie, hike in nearby Wells State Park or visit Old Strubridge Village during your stay.

Online: pinelakervresortandcottages.com

via instagram

Wolfe’s Neck | Freeport, ME

A mecca of summer activity, Wolfe’s Neck along the Maine coast, is a working farm that welcomes visitors. While families can bike, kayak, hike and canoe, they can also explore the barns, pastures and education gardens that are part of this 626-acre oceanfront farmland. Park your RV in the East Bay near the Camp Store, Shower Building and Farm Café for total convenience. Add a side of summer camp for the kids so you can your mate can enjoy time alone at this beautiful outdoor retreat.

Online: wolfesneck.org

Boston/Cape Cod KOA Holiday | Middleboro, MA

If you have never brought the kids to a KOA for camping then you are in for a real treat. Grab an RV site with a KOA patio and enjoy some time at the mini golf course, playground and campfire circle. Perhaps the best part of a KOA is that there are loads of activities for kids that are hosted by on-site counselors (translation: parents can relax). 

Online: koa.com/campgrounds/boston

Family on RV road trip vacation
iStock

Winter Island Park Campground | Salem, MA

If you're looking to scope out all that Salem has to offer, this is the campground for you. Open May-October, you'll find RV and tent sites here, and it's near a gorgeous lighthouse and gazebo that you can explore. There are a few prime RV sites that are right on the beach. 

Online: salemweb.com

Atlantic Oaks RV Resort | Eastham, MA

Families will love this RV campground on Cape Cod that's conveniently situated less than a mile from the National Seashore Visitors Center. Bay and ocean beaches are nearby and the Cape Cod Rail Trail picks up from the back of the property (hint: bring your bikes). Fishing, kayaking and canoeing opportunities abound. 

Online: atlanticoaks.com

Paradise Park Resort Campground | Old Orchard Beach, ME

This popular campground is set on 40 wooded acres and it's right next to the heart of Old Orchard Beach and its famous pier, amusements and shopping. The resort is open from May-October, and there are plenty of fun activities and amenities to keep the family entertained, including two heated pools, hot tubs, a games arcade, fishing, paddle boating, volleyball, and movie nights. 

Online: paradiseparkresort.com

Water's Edge Family Campground | Lebanon, CT

This 10-acre camping destination is wooded with a stocked fishing lake as well as a huge swimming pool for families to take a dip in on hot summer days. During open season of April 15-October 15, the campground's several activities include Christmas in July, cornhole and Bingo tourneys, bicycle parades, kid's crafts and an egg drop content. 

Online: watersedgecampground.com

Bar Harbor / Woodlands KOA | Bar Harbor, ME

The location alone is enough to make you love this RV campground but it also comes with all the KOA activities that families love. The campground is located at the entrance of Acadia National Park, so guests can enjoy all of the hiking, kayaking, mountain biking and other exciting activities that the park has to offer, right on their doorstep.

Online: koa.com/campgrounds/bar-harbor-oceanside

—Allison Sutcliffe & Kate Loweth

RELATED STORIES:
7 Blooming Good Hikes to Take This Spring
Best Places to Picnic & Play around Boston
New England’s Most Scenic National Parks (& Amazing nearby Cabins)
The Ultimate Guide to the American Road Trip
14 Incredible RV Destinations You Want to Book Now

Let the hunt begin, the Easter Egg hunt that is! After two years of backyard searching we are all ready to run in large fields (and maybe even dive in a pool) to see where the Easter Bunny has hidden his bright colored treasures. The options this year are plentiful from farms to historic manors to zoos all offering their own twist on the nostalgic plastic Easter Egg hunt. So grab your basket and your running shoes, we are off to find some chocolate filled fun!

Green Meadows Petting Farm Egg Hunt

easter activities and events
iStock

This “One Price Does It All” destination offers a big bang for your buck as the general admission of $16/ person includes more than just an Easter Egg hunt. Green Meadows boasts over 200 animals to pet and feed (FREE food provided for feeding), hayrides, rubber duck races, large play area and new this year, an Easter Trail where you can meet their Easter Bunny, Whiskers. Children can participate in one Egg Hunt per day (they will be running continuously from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and need to bring their own basket (one can be purchased onsite for $5). 

Cost: $16/ per person
When: April 1-2, 9-10, 14-17
Where: 10102 Fingerboard Rd. Ijamsville, MD 
Online: tinybeans.com 

Underwater Egg Hunt

iStock

Dive in to Easter fun at the Reston Community Center. Children 6 months to 9 years can scoop up Easter eggs floating on the pool's surface while strong swimmers can show off their swimming skills by diving down to grab the eggs on the bottom of the pool. A parent/adult is required to accompany each non-swimmer. A limited number of life jackets are available (ones brought from home must be U.S. Coast Guard approved).

Cost: $4/Reston resident, $8/Non-Reston resident
When: April 9th 12:30-4:00 p.m.
Where: Terry L. Smith Aquatics Center, 2310 Colts Neck Rd., Reston, VA
Online: tinybeans.com 

 

 

Bunnyland at Butler’s Orchard

iStock

Ten acres of farm fun goes all out for Easter! Admission to Bunnyland includes time to jump on the orchard’s jumping pad, a hayride through the decorated Day Trail, a hunt for colorful eggs, giant slides, pedal tractors, farm animal encounters, a visit with the Country Bunny and a goodie basket to take home. For an additional fee guests can participate in face painting and pony rides. Breakfast, lunch and treats are sold at Farmer’s Porch Kitchen from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

Editor's note: Easter eggs are NOT filled and must be returned, but children under 12 will leave with a goody bag. 

Cost: $10/person online & $12/person at the gate
When: April 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 18, 23 & 24
Where: 22200 Davis Mill Rd., Germantown, MD
Online: tinybeans.com 

Easter Egg Hunt at Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden

iStock

Spend an afternoon hunting for Easter Eggs in Alexandria's Lee-Fendall garden. Sessions include a visit from the Easter Bunny, crafts and games. Tickets are required for the event as space is limited. Participants are encouraged to wear masks and must provide their own baskets.

Cost: $15/children 2-12; $5/adults; free/under 2
When: April 16 & 17
Where: 614 Oronoco St., Alexandria, VA
Online: tinybeans.com 

Leesburg Animal Park's Easter Egg Hunt

Leesburg Animal Park

Spend an afternoon with an African-Crested Porcupine, White-Handed Gibbons, two adorable sloths and other exotic animals while you gather up Easter Eggs at this Loudoun-based petting zoo. Egg hunts at the Animal Park are broken up into 3 age groups for kids up to 12. L.A.P provides an egg hunt bag and eggs are filled with small toys. The number of eggs each child can collect will be monitored so everyone gets a fair share. Note that the egg hunts happen rain or shine with no refunds or reschedules. If you choose not to attend on your purchased day, your ticket is valid for another weekday or non-event weekend admission. 

Cost: $16.95/adults, $19.95/children
When: April 9, 10, 16 & 17 2022
Where: Leesburg Animal Park, 19246 James Monroe Hwy Leesburg, VA
Online: tinybeans.com 

Roer’s Zoofari Egg-Citing Eggstravaganza

Tara G. via Yelp

Face painting, Bunny photos, an Easter Parade with the animals, arts and crafts and more will fill your day at Roer’s Zoofari! Running for 2 weekends in April, you’ll find a full schedule of events for the entire family (there is even an adult Easter Egg hunt twice daily). On Sundays check out the paint session with Mrs. Cheryl. 

Cost: $30/adult and $20/child (members are $5/ person)
When: April 9, 10, 16, 17 
Where: 1228 Hunter Mill Rd. Vienna, VA
Online: tinybeans.com 

Seasons at Magnolia Manor Easter Eggstravaganza 

Seasons at Magnolia Manor

Seasons at Magnolia has been customizing their Egg Hunts to meet community needs for the past 3 years. In 2020 they took their eggs on the road and delivered to 57 families in Carroll and Frederick Counties. In 2021 they hosted socially distanced, small group hunts on property. For the 4th annual Eggstravaganza, families can gather at Magnolia Manor to return to the open field style egg hunt. There is even a dedicated field for those that are more comfortable staying masked and hunting within a smaller group. Bring the kids out to meet the Easter Bunny, trade eggs for prizes and snap some photos at the amazing property. 


Cost: Free!
When: April 9
Where: 111 S. Springdale Ave. New Windsor, MD
Online: tinybeans.com 

Easter Monday at the National Zoo 

iStock

Continue your Easter celebration into Easter Monday with the National Zoo’s Washington Family Tradition. Throughout the day on Monday, April 18th, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo will offer an egg hunt with prizes, special animal demonstrations and live entertainment. Check the calendar of events for tortoise, tiger and beaver feedings. If the reptile house is a family favorite, don’t miss the Komodo Dragon and Crocodile Monitor Egg Hunt at 1:30 p.m.

Cost: Free!
When: April 18
Where: 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington, DC 
Online: tinybeans.com 

—Elissa Olechnovich and Meghan Yudes Meyers

RELATED STORIES:

25 Ways to Reuse Plastic Easter Eggs

10 Ways to Eat Eggs After the Big Hunt Is Over

Cadbury Hatches Plan for a Limited-Edition White Chocolate Egg

“Wow. I really wish I could spend more time with my kids,” said no parent during the pandemic, ever. Except for Jesse Reilly, a New Orleans dad who left his marketing job of 15 years to make popsicles and spend—you guessed it—more time with his kids as the proprietor of the sweetest speakeasy in NOLA.

Realizing he wanted to make a career change that would allow him to spend more time with his three kids (all under the age of five), he started making popsicles with local Ingredients and intriguing flavor combinations to share with his Bywater neighbors. As his business grew, he had to get creative about how to sell Big O’s Pops while taking care of his kids. Enter the Popsicle Doorbell at 1201 St. Roch St., Reilly’s home. Surrounded by chalk drawings of popsicles and other preschool-aged illustrations, the mystical doorbell intrigued passersby and friends alike—could you really pass up ringing a bell with a sign over it that says “Popsicle Doorbell?”—who would stop for a sweet treat while out for a walk or a ride.

“The doorbell idea really came out of convenience and then COVID happened,” he told VeryLocal.com. “It became a way to sell pops while practicing social distancing.” The popsicles are individually packaged and purchased outdoors via Venmo for $3-$4 a pop (pup pops for your pooches are $2 each). The whole operation allowed the neighborhood to stay connected safely, at a distance. And though his popsicle domination strategy slowed, as did all business concepts during the pandemic, the doorbell allowed his pops to gain some serious street cred. It became the neighborhood’s own quirky secret—remaining secret as only something can during an age of social media: about 5 minutes.

Now, you can catch him selling his popsicles around the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans out of the cooler of a custom adult tricycle, catering events and popping up at events and festivals around town. You’ll soon find him as one of the first vendors in the funky and kid-friendly community space Krewe of Red Beans, which is dedicated to New Orleans and the city’s unique, vibrant culture. If it’s a culture of dads looking for ways to spend more time with their kids, popsicle doorbells and adult bikes with frozen treats in the custom attached cooler, we can see why it needs a dedicated space.

Big O’s Original Pops is scaling up, so don’t be surprised if you recognize them somewhere in your neck of the woods one day. Using local ingredients and popsicle molds in his freezer at first, Reilly now employs a “professional machine that freezes them quickly.” And while his business has grown, he still sources as many ingredients as he can from local farms and businesses. For instance, his blood orange pops are made with fruit from Isabelle’s Orange Orchard in Algiers.

It’s no surprise that the man who gave up a career to dive into something new says that he’s always open to ideas and up for a challenge. “Coming up with new popsicle flavors is part of the fun,” he says. Indeed it is.

—Shelley Massey

Halloween season is here and it’s time to head out to your favorite pumpkin patch to pick the perfect one. These Las Vegas pumpkin patches offer tons of family-friendly activities and things to do with kids like corn mazes, bouncy houses, live music and tons of seasonal treats. The best pumpkin patches in Las Vegas are listed below!

The best pumpking patches in Los Angeles
Ally R. via Yelp

Halloween Town Pumpkin Patch
You'll definitely want to plan for a full day at Halloween Town as there's so much to do here. They have over 30 rides, many that are the vintage 50s style to bring you back to the good old days. Take a ride down the giant slide and plan a picnic or purchase food on site. There are three locations to choose from:

10 South Rampart
Las Vegas, NV

7455 S. Rainbow Blvd
Las Vegas, NV

9748 S. Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV
Online: lvpumpkinpatch.com

Gilcrease Orchard
You'll be surprised to see such a prolific farm in the desert and that's thanks to a long family history of hard work at Gilcrease Orchard. Known for their famous apple cider, you'll love the pick-your-own experience here. Download the orchard's app before you come so that you can more easily navigate the property to find the produce you want. Pumpkins are sold at $0.50/lb. You can also pick cucumbers here. 

7800 N Tenaya Way
Las Vegas, NV
Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Wickham Farms via Yelp

Moapa Valley Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
This spot is about an hour from the strip but totally worth the drive to get your fill of fall fun. Check the website for the day's activities which can include pig races, petting zoo, corn maze and the corn cannon. At night, the maze becomes haunted so consider yourself warned! The pumpkin patch is open when the corn maze is open—swing by before you leave to grab a pumpkin or some melons to take home.

Lewis Ranch Rd.
Moapa, NV
Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

The Farm Fall Festival
If you are looking for varieties of fruits and vegetables, this is your spot. This is a great opportunity to meet their farm animals such as chickens, peacocks, ducks, goats, pigs, horses, cows, rabbits, tortoises, a llama, and more. You'll find artisanal breads, jams/jellies, amazing local honey and fresh eggs from the farm.

7222 West Grand Teton Dr    .
Las Vegas, NV
Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

COVID-19 Update: All visitors will be required to wash hands upon entry. Fully vaccinated visitors do not have to wear a mask.

McKee Ranch
This pumpkin patch is run on a donation system to support the McKee Ranch Foundation. For the entire month of October, there will be horse and pony rides, train rides, a corn maze, LA Photography, a hay pyramid, tether ball, Gaga Ball pit, face painting, arts and crafts, and more! Pay $20/family and you'll get a pumpkin and carrots to feed the animals. 

8982 Dean Martin Dr.
Las Vegas, NV
Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Staheli Family Farm
This six-generation family farm is worth a drive if you are looking for a full day of activities. Make your way through the corn maize (with or without a map) and then spend some time in Farmland where you'll find a zipline, giant chair for photo ops, jumping pillow and pig races. Older folks will want to come back in the evening for Field of Screams.

3400 S Washington Fields Rd.
Washington, UT
Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

—Taylor Clifton, Kate Loweth

RELATED STORIES

The Coolest Spots in the U.S. for Trick-or-Treating

Incredible Corn Mazes Worth Traveling For

The Most Popular Halloween Costumes for Kids

It’s hard to believe that crisp fall days and sweater weather are lurking around the corner. Resist the urge to mourn another summer in the books and look ahead to those sweet-spot autumn temps that are perfection for outdoor exploring. Over half of Wisconsin is covered in forest, making it an ideal place to view the stunning colors of the harvest season. Take a quick day or weekend trip to partake in the beauty of Wisconsin and enjoy everything from pumpkin patches to train rides.

Pick (or Catapult) Your Perfect Pumpkin

Orange or white, short and squatty or tall and slender, pumpkins come in all shapes and sizes. You'll have your pick at one of Wisconsin's numerous pumpkin farms.

Waldvogel Farm starts its season Sep. 18 and being the biggest in the state, you won't be at a loss for activities. You'll find more than 60 attractions, including the world's largest inflatable pumpkin. Have you ever tried pumpkin bowling? If that's a no, here's your chance. Burch Barn lets you try your hand at knocking down some pins before you start searching for your take-home pumpkin. And at Mommsen's Harvel Hills in Rice Lake, you can catapult pumpkins 300 feet into the air with their medieval trebuchet catapult. 

Get Lost & Found in a Corn Maze

After pumpkin-picking, wind your way through a corn maze and then rest up at one of the rented bone fire areas at Schuster Farm in Deerfield. For those who prefer to do their corn-maze-conquering in the dark, the farm keeps the 20-acre maze open until 11 p.m.

In a mash-up of art, outdoor game and social experiment, Treinen Farm's unique corn mazes have a specific theme each year, with an entire experience built around that theme. Once you enter the maze, you'll be handed a map with missing pieces that are gathered as you make your way to different stages that take you to the finish line. This year's theme is Cat and Other Thought Experiments.

 

Gather Apples (& Maybe Some Peaches, Too!)

It doesn't get any more midwest-fall than picking apples. Eau Claire's The Glass Orchard is a combo orchard and glass blowing studio. After picking apples, take a peek at their shop where customers can find glass-blown pumpkins and ornaments. While you're in the area, stop by Dixon's Autumn Harvest Orchard and Winery that offers free hayrides and mazes for kids on the weekends. 

If you're looking for something more than apples, Ecker's Apple Farm grows Wisconsin peaches in the fall and offers local brews at Hog's Back Brew Farms, a unique beer garden nestled among the apple trees. 

Chug, Chug the Day Away on a Train Ride

Make your harvesting fun uniquely special and view the fall foliage aboard a historic train ride with Mid-Continent Railway. They offer a Pumpkin Special ride that lets riders hop off to pick their pumpkins halfway through at Quartzite Lake.

You can also ditch your four wheels and sit back with East Troy Railroad, which stops at the Elegant Farmer, a popular apple orchard know for its paper bag-baked apple pie.

Can't-Miss Harvest Festivals

Press your own apple cider using historic traditional equipment from the Washington Island Farm Museum at the Fall Fun Fest & Cider Pressing Party. While you're there, sip on local cider while the kids snack on freshly dipped caramel apples.

Did you know Wisconsin has a state fruit? Yep, it's cranberries. The Warrens Cranberry Festival, Sep. 24-26, includes a guided tour of the surrounding cranberry marshes that provide fresh local cranberries. 

Cedarburg's Wine and Harvest Festival, Sep. 18-19, will delight the adult palates in the group, but kids will be entertained watching the pumpkin carving demonstration, pumpkin regatta, grape stomping contests and the giant pumpkin weigh-in. 

Orchards from across the county come together for the Bayfield AppleFest, Oct. 1-3 as a celebration of fall, nature and agriculture. The apple peeling contest is always a highlight, as is the crowning of the Apple Queen. There are more than 15 apple orchards within a few miles of the city limits, making it the perfect place for an orchard visit. Be sure to stop by Superior View Farm, a 100-year-old orchard that is home to the one-of-a-kind Merlot apple that was started right there on the farm. 

— Maria Chambers

Related Stories:

Act Like a Tourist in Your Own City

Hot Diggity! A Kid’s Guide to Hot Dog Stands

100 Things to Do with Kids in Chicago

12 Crazy-Cool Reasons to Go to the Bristol Renaissance Faire

There’s nothing quite like a day at a U-pick farm that gets the kids excited about fruit. These farms near Dallas offer apple picking in the fall, berries and peaches in the summer, and even sunflower and lavender picking. Pack up a picnic basket full of your favorite snacks and get the kids ready for a day of fruit picking!

Apple Valley Orchard—Llano

Jennifer Young

This 32-acre farm grows apples, berries and more out in Llano, TX. Check their Facebook page for u-pick updates. 

12340 S. Highway 16
Llano, TX
Online: facebook.com

Majestic Farms

Head to this farm in early summer for pear and plum picking. Did you know that pears are one of the only fruits that need to ripen after they've been picked? We didn't either! Check the farm's website before you head over as they'll indicate which fruits are ready for picking and whether they are closing early due to high temps.

You can also find them at the Hillsboro Farmer's Market. 

433 Hill County Road 1306
Whitney, TX
Online: majesticfarms.net

Blase Family Farm—Rockwall

Emily Williams

Blueberry and pumpkin picking happen at this too-cute farm in Rockwall. Blueberry season runs in early summer and October brings pumpkin season. This year you can find everyone's favorite square pumpkin, Spookley, at Blase Family Farm.

1232 E Fork Drive
Rockwall, TX
Online: blasefamilyfarm.com

Price Farms—Whitney

If strawberries and pumpkins aren't the best combination, we don't know what is! Head to Price Farms in spring to pick your fill of strawberries, and then come back in the fall for pumpkin season.

142 Hill County Road 2401 North
Whitney, TX
Online: facebook.com/pricefarmsocial/

Lavender Ridge Farms—Gainesville

This picturesque spot was originally a melon and strawberry farm, but has been selling lavender, cut flowers and herbs since 2006. Head out and visit the two acres where you'll find a cafe serving lavender treats as well as a shop with soaps and other lavender-scented items. Check their Facebook page for current hours before you head over. 

2391 County Road 178
Gainesville, TX
Online: lavenderridgefarms.com

Jenkins Farm—Ravenna

This peach orchard is 10 miles North of Bonham, TX on Hwy 78, about 90 minutes from Dallas. The peach-picking season runs from May-July and the best spot to find information on their picking status is on their Facebook page. In addition to peaches, they also grow blackberries and plums.

269 CR 1600
Ravenna, TX
Online: facebook.com

Wild Berry Farm—Sadler

Blackberries and blueberries are the name of the game at this North Texas farm. They also have fields of sunflowers blooming in July. If you want to cut flowers, bring a jar or large container and scissors. Their outdoor farm market sells jams, jellies, veggies seeds, and more. 

905 Crawford Rd.
Sadler, TX
Online: realtexasfood.com/wild-berry-farm

Texas Tulip Farm - Pilot Point

Gabby Cullen

Closed for the 2023 season, the Texas Tulip Farm is a spring destination for DFW residents. Over six acres of brightly colored tulips, a hay maze and the opportunity to pick your own beautiful bouquet are all part of the fun when you visit.

10656 FM 2931
Pilot Point, TX 76258

Ham Orchards - Terrell

One of the most popular farm destinations in DFW, you can pick your own raspberries at Ham's at the beginning of the summer while also being able to buy some of their famous peaches all the way until mid-August. There's plenty of other fun to be had: a browse through the general store, a BBQ lunch and enjoying some soft-serve peach ice cream are a must!

11939 County Rd. 309
Terrell, TX 75161
Online: hamorchard.com

 

Yes, it’s only July, but we’re already dreaming about fall. Cooler weather, hot drinks, beautiful leaves and…apple cider donut OREOS? They’re real and they’re coming to stores this August!

Today OREO shared a short social media live stream to announce the release of the new flavor, which will be available nationwide. It’s apple-cider flavored creme sandwiched between two Golden OREO cookies. The packaging is transporting us to our favorite apple orchard!

 

You’ll be able to buy a pack for $5.19 for a limited time, as well as another newly-announced flavor, Salted Caramel Brownie. That one is coming this month and features layers of caramel and brownie flavored creme, with a sprinkle of salt! Get excited, OREO lovers!

—Sarah Shebek

Featured image courtesy of OREO

 

RELATED STORIES

Pass the OREO’s, We Need S’more of This Summer Flavor!

Gluten Free OREO Cookies Are Coming But You’ll Have to Wait to Enjoy Them

This Is What Happens When Krispy Kreme Collabs with OREO

Halloween may look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still celebrate the sweetest part about the holiday — candy! Dylan’s Candy Bar is here to satisfy all of your spooky cravings. From gummies to gourmet treats, these candies are perfect for trick-or-treating or a candy buffet. 

Candy Kebobs

Spooktacular Halloween Kebobs: ($6.00) You can’t do Halloween without Gummy Kebobs! Perfect for parties, trick-or-treating and more, these unique treats always go fast. Grab yours before they’re gone!

Body Parts Tackle Box

Body Parts Buffet Tackle Box: ($26.00) Take a bite out of life the creepiest Tackle Box yet! Filled to the brim with gummy brains, eyeballs and more, this box is perfect for Halloween lovers.

Harvest Happiness

Harvest Happiness Paint Can: ($17.00) Take festive treats on all your adventures this Fall! Bring our paint can to the pumpkin patch, on a road trip or along on a hike—the possibilities are endless.

Fall Flavor-ites

Fall Flavor-ites Tackle Box: ($26.00) Move over, PSL! Indulge in the flavors of Fall with this handpicked assortment of gourmet treats.

Jeepers Creepers

Jeepers Creepers Tackle Box: ($26.00) These creepy crawlers look almost too real to eat…we said almost! Use the creatures inside to decorate Halloween treats, spice up an everyday snack or satisfy your sweet tooth.

Apple-solutely Perfect Popcorn

Apple-solutely Perfect Popcorn: ($12) – This apple flavored popcorn is the apple of our eye! With white chocolate and graham crackers, it’s almost as good as a trip to the orchard. Pair with a Halloween movie for the perfect night in.

Chocolate Bar

Spooktacular Chocolate Bar Multipack: (10) – Get in the Halloween spirit with this 4-pack of bars in spooktacular shades. Perfect for trick-or-treaters or Halloween care packages! (Psst, more is more! Save $3 when you buy this Halloween chocolate bar multipack.)

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Dylan’s Candy Bar

RELATED STORIES

Party City Is Selling Themed Halloween Trunk-Or-Treat Kits

These Halloween Inflatables Will Transform Your Home into a Haunted House

This “Nightmare Before Christmas” Zero Nighlight Will Light Up Your Life

People are beginning to plan trips for the fall. Airbnb is teaming up with MINI USA to offer guests the opportunity to book a turnkey road trip on Airbnb for $1 per night. Select stays at mini Airbnbs located outside of Los Angeles and New York will come complete with a MINI vehicle that guests can pick up in their respective city so they can get out and responsibly travel, inspiring exploration of the open roads close to home. 

The rentals, which will be cleaned and prepared in accordance with CDC guidelines and consistent with the Airbnb enhanced cleaning protocol, will each open three select weekends for three-night stays that guests can request to book on Thurs., Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. PT/ 4 p.m. ET. 

Enjoy all the local sights and fall foliage along the way to your mini Airbnb.

Airbnb and MINI USA

With a listing located in Marlboro, New York, the Orchard Views from a Light-Filled Tiny Home with a Fire Pit  will provide New Yorkers with all the amenities they’ll need to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring the nearby State Parks in your MINI Cooper S 4-door2.

Host Raven is offering this three-night-stay special with check-ins available on Oct. 16,  Nov. 6, and Nov. 20. While in Upstate New York, explore nearby forests and farmlands, and visit the Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River, one of the last free-flowing rivers left in the United States.

Airbnb and MINI USA

If going topless is more your style, host Hillary’s Off-Grid Stargazing Cabin in Twentynine Palms, California, comes complete with a MINI Cooper Convertible2.

Completely off the grid, this listing makes for the perfect little getaway from Los Angeles and will be available for three-night stays with check-ins on Nov. 6,  Nov. 12, and Dec. 4. Check out nearby wonders along the way, like the Mojave National Preserve that boasts stunning canyons, mountains, and mesas.

Bookings open on Sept. 10 at 1 p.m.  PT for selected guest stay dates until sold out.

If you’re not able to snag one of these bookings but in need for some mini getaway inspiration, check out this roundup of tiny homes on Airbnb. Learn about hosting on Airbnb if you have a tiny home and want to share it with others.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Airbnb

RELATED STORIES

The Very Best Airbnb Rentals for Families

Unique Vacation Rentals to Book Now

Vacation Rentals Big Enough for Large Families

This “Star Wars” Airbnb Is the Perfect Place to Stay on Your Family Vacation

Get the kids suited up in that new mohawk helmet and find them the perfect bike for your day on the bike trail. Akron, Ohio is home to miles of trails that are perfect for new riders, experienced bikers and our favorite, the family cargo bike riders. Ride along paths that used to be train tracks, look for hidden waterfalls and take a dip in a lake when you are done. Scroll down for all the best bike trails for kids of all ages and abilities.

Bike and Hike Trail, Summit Metro Parks

iStock

The paved 34-mile Bike & Hike Trail travels southeast from Sagamore Hills to Munroe Falls and Stow. This was one of the first "rails to trails" conversions in the country and sections of the Bike & Hike Trail follow the course of two abandoned railroads. There are several parking lots with access points along the way.

East of Route 91 in Munroe Falls, the Bike & Hike Trail parallels a scenic section of the Cuyahoga River where great blue herons, Canada geese and a variety of ducks can be seen. Don't miss a stop at Brandywine Falls. At 75 feet, the fall are one of the highest in Ohio. 

Online: summitmetroparks.org

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Miriam Boraz (@mirboraz) on

Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath

The Ohio & Erie Canalway is a National Heritage Area that draws hikers, bikers, horseback riders and birders. This path is partially paved and very popular for good reason as it is a gorgeous area to explore via your bike. On weekends it can get pretty crowded so pick it for your weekday rides. Check out the Bike Aboard program where you can bike one way between the Boston Store and Station Road train stations, and ride the train the other direction with your bike onboard. 

Online: ohioanderiecanalway.com

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Julia Thomas Brinkley (@juliatbrinkley) on

Orchard Hills Park

This 237-acre park has six trails that total 3.6 miles. The trails are smoothed with some rolling hills that are perfect for younger riders. There are several trails to choose from, the longest is about a mile and a half. As a post ride reward, children will enjoy the orchard-themed playground. There's also an awesome sledding hill here in winter months. 

11340 Caves Rd. 
Chester Township, OH
Online
: geaugaparkdistrict.org

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Kris Smith… FatKidCleveland (@kns369_fatkidcleveland) on

Hinckley Lake

The 3.3-mile paved trail around the lake offers great opportunities for bike riding kids. Located in the southern end of Cleveland Metroparks, Hinckley Reservation is the site of the nationally-known annual Return of the Buzzards. Bonus: you can cool off in the water after your ride!

Online: clevelandmetroparks.com

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Nick Carrabine (@thecbonezone) on

Greenway Corridor

The Greenway Corridor is a 4.8-mile paved trail that's perfect for family bike rides in the beauty of nature. Bonus: The beautiful waterfall locally known as “Chair Factory Falls” is a natural feature accessible by a pedestrian trail off the Greenway Corridor in Concord Township. You'll have to park your bikes and take the very short pedestrian pathway to see the falls. 

Online: lakemetroparks.com

—Kate Loweth

RELATED STORIES

Must-Do Activities for Kids & Families Near Akron

The Hottest Places in the US for Skip-Gen Travel 

Totally Unique Parks in Every State

Things to do with Kids in Columbus, Ohio