As homeschoolers, we have the benefit of not limiting our field trips to a couple of hours, keeping close to home or even keeping it to one day! If you are fortunate enough to have the opportunity to travel the fifty states and want to find something interesting and educational to do in each state, check this out!
Alabama: The Russell Cave national Monument. Russell Cave became a National Monument on May 11, 1961, signed into law by John F. Kennedy. The National Geographic Society donated 310 acres to the American people because of the great archeological discoveries there. The park is located in Bridgeport, Alabama. They have a Native American Festival every spring.
Alaska: Mount Denali. This is the largest mountain in North America at 20,320 feet. This is also a National Park and Reserve where more than 650 species of flowering plants as well as many species of mosses, lichens, fungi, algae, and others grace the slops and valleys of Denali.
Arizona: Grand Canyon National Park. This is probably one of the most famous landmarks in the United States. Per the website: A powerful and inspiring landscape, the Grand Canyon overwhelms our senses through its immense size; 277 river miles (446km) long, up to 18 miles (29km) wide, and a mile (1.6km) deep.
Arkansas: Ozark National Forest. The Ozark National Forest covers 1.2 million acres, mostly in the Ozark mountains of northern Arkansas. You'll find the tallest mountain in the State, Mount Magazine, and an incredible, living underground cave--Blanchard Springs Caverns.
California: Disneyland! You don't only have to see National Parks on your trip. Take time out for a day of fun at the original theme park that was created by Walt Disney himself!
Colorado: The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Per their website: This historic train has been in continuous operation for 127 years, carrying passengers behind vintage steam locomotives and rolling stock indigenous to the line. Relive the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a spectacular journey on board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
Connecticut: The Mark Twain House and Museum. Located in Hartford, you can tour this historic landmark as part of a Literary New England tour. In addition to tours of Mark Twain's home, The Mark Twain House & Museum offers a wide range of educational programs including lectures by major authors and artists, symposia, dramatic performances, concerts and "family friendly" activities.
Delaware: The Kalmar Nyckel - The Tall Ship of Delaware. Located in Wilmington, this re-creation of the Dutch-built, Swedish-flagged ship that brought the first permanent European settlers to Delaware Valley. The ship spends July sailing out of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal and visits various other ports along the East Coast.
Florida: Walt Disney World. See what the East Coast version of Walt Disney's dream is like! With four different theme parks and two water parks, there is something here for everyone and there are actual lesson plans that you can find to walk you through the whole experience.
Georgia: World of Coca Cola. Per their website: At the World of Coca Cola we have it all from a thrilling mutli-sensory 4-D theater to a marvelously restored 1880's soda fountain. Take home a special one-of-a-kind World of Coca-Cola glass bottle produced exclusively for our guests on our fully-functioning bottling line. You don't want to miss the opportunity to sample over 60 different beverages from around the world. You'll experience something new and inviting around every corner of the World of Coca-Cola!
Tomorrow we'll look at another ten states and some of the fascinating attractions for you to see on an educational field trip around the country!
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