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We have a tent and not alot of money so we're looking for a nice site-seeing trip on a shoestring buget.
Also can you tell me of some places to visit there that the kids will enjoy that is free or doesn't cost alot? Thanks
Thank You!
I'm planing to go next Thurday and head back satuday morning. We're coming from the Asheboro area. * Home of the NC zoo*
the kids are my grandkids ages 7 to 14.
I'll be sure to get some of those donuts. I've tried them a few years back. YUM
Am I right that the hermit story was on PBS? I watched that.
I'll check out the Carolina Beach State Park.
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Walk-in beach camping is free at Freeman Park (aka the north end). If you want to drive on the beach, you've got to have a 4WD and a permit ($10/day). A town parking lot nearby is $5/day. Be advised that the meter maids are vigilant.
Better camping at Carolina Beach State Park off of Dow Rd, $15/night but vehicle is free.
You can camp for free on Masonboro but you have to get there. You can drop a boat at the wildlife ramp on Spencer Farlow (free parking).
No camping at Fort Fisher.
You didn't mention your dates, length of stay, or ages of your children but here goes...
Depending on dates of travel, there are sometimes free movies at the lake, free concerts at the air force recreation area, and free fireworks. Check out the link from the Gazette. It's probably worth the $0.50 to buy one when you get there. You can find them everywhere.
Other things to do. Skateboard park on Dow Rd (free). Lake Park has paddle boats and a walking trail that goes around the lake. Fresh donuts at Britts at the boardwalk. Spectators on both piers are free. Fort Fisher is free and has a decent little indoor exhibit. There is a small free museum at the air force recreation area with military stuff. Aquarium recently remodeled; there's an admission charge but worth it if you've never been. Check their calendar of events for free or low cost things you can combine with your visit. Visit the hermit bunker and the basin behind the aquarium (free but take plenty of deet). 4.5 miles of drivable beach if you have a 4WD ($10/day charge).
If you are really adventurous, go down to Battery Buchanan and walk across the rocks to Zeke's Island (free but wear good shoes, go at low tide, and beware of slick wet rocks). Ferry to Southport is relatively cheap and Southport is a relatively nice place to just walk around.
In nearby Wilmington, check out Greenfield Lake or Hugh MacRae for a picnic.
Wander around the waterfront in downtown Wilmington.
The USS North Carolina is across the Cape Fear river. OK, if you're into that but haven't been there since I was 9 (I'm 53!).
If you want to go to the beach, go to Kure or the recreation area at Fort Fisher to avoid parking fees.
Enjoy!
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IMO, state park is your best bet. I'm not sure how full it gets this time of year. You may want to call ahead.
I added another link from the Gazette. During your time, Thursday night fireworks and band at the Gazebo, you'll miss Sunday night movie at the lake.
Yes, the Hermit's story was recently on PBS and re-airs from time-to-time. Of course, he enjoyed free camping for the 17 years he lived at Fort Fisher. May be part of the reason that it's prohibited today.. If your grandkids complain about the campsite, take them down there and let them imagine what it was like for him, especially in the winter time. They've added a boardwalk across the marsh and a lot of signage in the past couple of years. Don't forget the deet.
Walk-in beach camping is free at Freeman Park (aka the north end). If you want to drive on the beach, you've got to have a 4WD and a permit ($10/day). A town parking lot nearby is $5/day. Be advised that the meter maids are vigilant.
Better camping at Carolina Beach State Park off of Dow Rd, $15/night but vehicle is free.
You can camp for free on Masonboro but you have to get there. You can drop a boat at the wildlife ramp on Spencer Farlow (free parking).
No camping at Fort Fisher.
You didn't mention your dates, length of stay, or ages of your children but here goes...
Depending on dates of travel, there are sometimes free movies at the lake, free concerts at the air force recreation area, and free fireworks. Check out the link from the Gazette. It's probably worth the $0.50 to buy one when you get there. You can find them everywhere.
Other things to do. Skateboard park on Dow Rd (free). Lake Park has paddle boats and a walking trail that goes around the lake. Fresh donuts at Britts at the boardwalk. Spectators on both piers are free. Fort Fisher is free and has a decent little indoor exhibit. There is a small free museum at the air force recreation area with military stuff. Aquarium recently remodeled; there's an admission charge but worth it if you've never been. Check their calendar of events for free or low cost things you can combine with your visit. Visit the hermit bunker and the basin behind the aquarium (free but take plenty of deet). 4.5 miles of drivable beach if you have a 4WD ($10/day charge).
If you are really adventurous, go down to Battery Buchanan and walk across the rocks to Zeke's Island (free but wear good shoes, go at low tide, and beware of slick wet rocks). Ferry to Southport is relatively cheap and Southport is a relatively nice place to just walk around.
In nearby Wilmington, check out Greenfield Lake or Hugh MacRae for a picnic.
Wander around the waterfront in downtown Wilmington.
The USS North Carolina is across the Cape Fear river. OK, if you're into that but haven't been there since I was 9 (I'm 53!).
If you want to go to the beach, go to Kure or the recreation area at Fort Fisher to avoid parking fees.
Enjoy!
****
IMO, state park is your best bet. I'm not sure how full it gets this time of year. You may want to call ahead.
I added another link from the Gazette. During your time, Thursday night fireworks and band at the Gazebo, you'll miss Sunday night movie at the lake.
Yes, the Hermit's story was recently on PBS and re-airs from time-to-time. Of course, he enjoyed free camping for the 17 years he lived at Fort Fisher. May be part of the reason that it's prohibited today.. If your grandkids complain about the campsite, take them down there and let them imagine what it was like for him, especially in the winter time. They've added a boardwalk across the marsh and a lot of signage in the past couple of years. Don't forget the deet.
Best place to take a vacation with the family to see wild animals?
Arthur kad
We wanna go take a vacation to see wild animals like lions, tigers, buffalo, zebras, elephants, and other animals that live with them where would be the best place to see them wild in one of those jeeps you see on tv? I want it to be clean we're we live but able to see the wild life were gonna be with two family's so we need a big place. Please give me some reccomendations on where to go I'm thinking south Africa but I can be wrong thanks and could someone give me an estimate for 6 adults and three kids please thank you.
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If you go to South Africa you are sure to see Lions, Buffalo, Zebra, Elephant and lots of other animals. If you want to see Tigers in their natural habitat, best bet is to go to India.
Rent a jeep from a car hiring place.
Accommodation places in National Parks are clean. You can book your accommodation to suit your whole party (like the size of bungalo or chalet you will stay in) with the National Park once you have decided on one. If you are more adventurous, and you want to get really close to nature, there are options to camp in tents as well in designated areas that is relatively safe from wild animals.
Kruger National Park is a good one, also Addo Elephant Park. But dont be limited to these. There really are lots to choose from.
If you are looking what its gonna cost you, contact your local travel agent.
Here is just extra information.
http://www.sanparks.org/
http://www.places.co.za/html/south_african_national_parks.html
http://www.nature-reserve.co.za/
http://www.sa-venues.com/game_lodges_nationwide_south_afr.htm
http://www.pilanesberg-game-reserve.co.za/
Dont forget to visit Cape Town with Table Mountain. It is one of the new Natural Wonders of the World.
If you go to South Africa you are sure to see Lions, Buffalo, Zebra, Elephant and lots of other animals. If you want to see Tigers in their natural habitat, best bet is to go to India.
Rent a jeep from a car hiring place.
Accommodation places in National Parks are clean. You can book your accommodation to suit your whole party (like the size of bungalo or chalet you will stay in) with the National Park once you have decided on one. If you are more adventurous, and you want to get really close to nature, there are options to camp in tents as well in designated areas that is relatively safe from wild animals.
Kruger National Park is a good one, also Addo Elephant Park. But dont be limited to these. There really are lots to choose from.
If you are looking what its gonna cost you, contact your local travel agent.
Here is just extra information.
http://www.sanparks.org/
http://www.places.co.za/html/south_african_national_parks.html
http://www.nature-reserve.co.za/
http://www.sa-venues.com/game_lodges_nationwide_south_afr.htm
http://www.pilanesberg-game-reserve.co.za/
Dont forget to visit Cape Town with Table Mountain. It is one of the new Natural Wonders of the World.
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