A trip to Springfield Kentucky!

I was contacted by the City of Springfield about coming in for a visit, and I immediately jumped at the chance! My parents live in Bardstown and I had heard them talking about the little town for years but have never been. My 6 year old son and I went on the adventure together, on Mother’s Day weekend. He kept saying that he was on a Mother’s Day date with me and that he felt very grown up.  We left right after I got off of work on Friday evening. It took us right at an hour and 15 minutes

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Family Adventure Day at Churchill Downs 2015

Family Adventure Day at Churchill Downs Presented by Kroger May 17 and June 21 Advance tickets just $8 Partial proceeds support Kosair Children’s Hospital. Family Adventure Day at Churchill Downs Presented by Kroger The Kentucky Derby may be over, but Churchill Downs is still the place to be – with two special dates for families. Enjoy a day of races and fun at Churchill Downs and there will be something fun for everyone!  There will be 20 kid friendly activities including pony rides, inflatables, a petting zoo, stick horse races, and face painting.  Family Adventure Day tickets include access to

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Drive Kentucky

Ya’ll I am so excited about what I have to share with you today I can hardly stand it. There is a Facebook page (they also have Instagram) called Drive Kentucky. The site features amazing pictures that are taken by various users and displayed over their various social sites. Here are some of the pictures from their Facebook page:  Here is where this gets even more interesting. This site is all about getting out and seeing more of Kentucky (sound familiar?) when you email them and tell them where you want to visit, they will tell you how to get

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Barker Arboretum, Bowling Green Kentucky

Did you know that there is a pretty awesome arboretum on the campus of Western Kentucky University? I went to college there and I had no clue, until just recently. Admission to the arboretum is free, and there can be a tour arranged for your group if you so desire they just ask for 1 weeks notice. The website advises that you come prepared for hilly terrain (which you would totally be prepared for if you have ever been to WKU! Recently opened to the public at the Arboretum is the Downing Museum. The museum displays a huge collection of

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Go Ape! Coming to Jefferson Memorial Forest

Photo courtesy of LouisvilleKy.gov Something new and exciting for families is coming to Kentucky!  A company called Go Ape! Treetop Adventure is building a ropes course at Jefferson Memorial Forest that is scheduled to be completed summer 2015. This adventure will feature zip lines, ladders, log swings, Tarzan swings and more.   It all happens 40-50 feet above ground and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. The minimum age for participation is 10 years old with minimum height being 4ft 7in (55 inches) and maximum weight being 285 lbs (subject to harness fit). Prices will be: $57+ tax for those

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A Day Out With Thomas – Ticket information and Discount Coupon Code

Located in New Haven, the Kentucky Railway Museum is a great place to go and explore on a regular family outing. They have train rides on regular trains and a museum to explore. The Day Out with Thomas event gives kids the chance to ride on their favorite tank engine. Sir Topham Hatt also attends this event and is available for pictures. There will be Thomas stories read as well as an area to watch some of the shows and arts and craft stations.   There are several dates that you can hop aboard Thomas, they are: Weekend of June

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