PrincessTrioMom's Lists

Kid-friendly Mother's Day Activities Around Asheville, NC

Destinations for the mom in your life.

1. Biltmore Estate
Celebrate Mother's Day with Free Admission! Sunday,...
2. Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens
Mom gets in free May 7th & 8th 2011 from 9am until...
3. North Carolina Arboretum
If mom loves to take pictures, sketch or paint;...

Free Stuff In & Near Hickory, NC

This list focuses on places no more than a 2 hour drive away from Hickory, NC

As the title suggests, these places do not charge admission.  A few gladly accept donations and several have gift shops.

1. Whippoorwill Academy and Village
Whippoorwill Academy and Village is a collection of...
2. Linville Falls
There are two access areas to the trails. One is...
3. Catawba County Museum of History
We spent about 2 hours at the Catawba County Museum...

Places to hike with kids near Charlotte, NC

A small list when compared to the number of trails in this area but I've only included places we've hiked.  We'll be exploring new trails soon so this list is bound to grow.  In the meantime, grab a snack and hit one of these trails!  Don't forget the camera!

1. Moses Cone Memorial Park
Worth the drive -- especially in the fall!
2. South Mountains State Park
Gorgeous any time of the year! This is our family's...
3. Riverbend Park
Bring the dog and explore this diverse park together!

Spots For History Lovers in the NC Mountains and Piedmont

If history fascinates your school-age child, you'll definitely want to consider these places near Hickory, NC.  

This list includes places our family has been and places we hope to visit within the next 12 months.

1. Biltmore Estate
Look for deals to make this unforgettable destination...
2. Whippoorwill Academy and Village
Little-known gem with no admission fee. Donations...
3. Fort Defiance
Learn about a Revolutionary War Hero who became one...