Outdoor & Nature
Fresh air and room to roam. Washington Parent helps families find outdoor and nature activities across DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia, including kid friendly hiking trails, parks, gardens, farms and nature centers. Browse our latest outdoor guides below and plan your next adventure.
A photography safari, or photo scavenger hunt, is a creative, interactive way to usher your kids away from screens and…
Lessons Beyond the Basket:
A well-designed and thought-out landscape not only enhances relaxation and provides the perfect spot for family bonding time, but it…
8 Swimming Spots in Maryland and Virginia
July Good Stuff
Getting Past Your Child’s Fears and What to Look for in Classes
Babies That Bleat
Join the Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum on Saturday, April 29, for a day of baseball fun! Swing into the 2023…
When a fresh coat of snow falls on the ground, there’s only one thing going through your family’s thoughts, “When…
The Thanksgiving turkey has graced our dinner tables and partied in our bellies. New celebrations await as we prepare for…
Experience the season
Celebrating the arts
November days are clear and bright!
For the Whole Family
Our Fall Favorites
Hike, bike, jog, drive and picnic
