Every year we see wonderful family-owned farms near Wichita that offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and other fall fun for families. These are some of the best pumpkin patches in Kansas, and every year they seem to get even … [Read more...] about Fall Farm Fun: Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes near Wichita
Getaways
Vacations, weekend getaways, and day trips from the Wichita, KS area.
You-pick farms near Wichita
Every year readers ask me where they can find "you-pick" places in the Wichita area. They're talking about the orchards and farms where families can go pick fresh produce right off the tree or vine. This is so much fun to do, and it's a … [Read more...] about You-pick farms near Wichita
Kansas Road Trip: Chase State Fishing Lake and Waterfalls
This was one of the most spectacular things I've seen in Kansas. Deep in the Kansas Flint Hills - but not very far from Wichita - you can visit Chase State Fishing Lake and see the waterfalls. Important Kansas disclaimer: Waterfalls … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Chase State Fishing Lake and Waterfalls
Kansas Road Trip: Mushroom Rock State Park & Kanopolis Lake State Park
Last summer, my sister and I packed up the kids and went on some fantastic day trips from Wichita. On our first Kansas road trip of the summer, we visited Mushroom Rock State Park and Kanopolis Lake State Park. Mushroom Rock State … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Mushroom Rock State Park & Kanopolis Lake State Park
Kansas Road Trip: Coronado Heights
Approximately 80 miles northwest of Wichita, you will find the Coronado Heights Castle atop the only hill for miles around. It is a fun place to explore with your family and makes a great family road trip. Read about our family day trip, a … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Coronado Heights
4th graders (and their families) can get in free to National Parks
Do you have a fourth grader this year? "Every Kid in a Park" is an annual program of the U.S. government that provides free passes to National Parks for fourth grade students. The program was established to allow fourth graders and their … [Read more...] about 4th graders (and their families) can get in free to National Parks
Kansas Road Trip: Cowley State Fishing Lake Waterfall
The waterfall at Cowley State Fishing Lake in Arkansas City (aka Ark City) is a fun place to explore, and not too far from Wichita! Read about our family day trip and get a few helpful tips to make your visit fun and successful. More … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Cowley State Fishing Lake Waterfall
Kansas Road Trip: Henry’s Candy Co. in Dexter, Kansas
Sometimes you just need to get out of town and get back to nature. On one of our Kansas Road Trips, we took a day trip to see the waterfall at Cowley State Fishing Lake. On the way there, we stopped at Henry's Candy Co. in Dexter, … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Henry’s Candy Co. in Dexter, Kansas
Kansas sunflower fields in bloom
Seeing row after row of blooming sunflowers - it's one of the perks of living in Kansas. Lots of readers have asked me where they could find sunflower fields in bloom near Wichita or around the state. It isn't an easy question to answer, … [Read more...] about Kansas sunflower fields in bloom
Kansas Road Trip Travel Essentials
From the Flint Hills to the sunflower fields, the waterfalls to the spectacular sunsets and beyond, Kansas is a beautiful state. There is so much to see and explore! One of the great things about our state is that so much … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip Travel Essentials
Military families get free annual pass to national parks
Active-duty military personnel and their dependents can receive an America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Annual Pass for FREE (an $80 value). The pass grants them access to more than 2,000 national parks, … [Read more...] about Military families get free annual pass to national parks
FREE Admission to America’s National Parks
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Here's a big deal: The National Park Service offers four fee-free days in 2018. On these dates, FREE entrance is available to national parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the fee-free days, the parks waive … [Read more...] about FREE Admission to America’s National Parks
Save on Kansas State Parks When You Renew Your Tags
Save on Kansas State Parks Annual Vehicle Pass When You Renew Your Tags When you renew your tags in Kansas this year, you'll have an extra option: You can get a big discount on the Kansas State Parks annual vehicle pass during the … [Read more...] about Save on Kansas State Parks When You Renew Your Tags
Where to See Christmas Lights in Wichita
Over the years, readers have asked where they can see Christmas light displays in Wichita, and that's a great idea for a post because driving around looking at the lights is not only a fun family tradition, it's also really inexpensive. … [Read more...] about Where to See Christmas Lights in Wichita
Act fast! National Parks Lifetime Passes for seniors soon jump from $10 to $80
Though a hefty number of National Parks are free for all, many still charge a fee. And with the coffers a bit low, NPS is raising entry prices across the board. Now comes word that what used to be one the best deals around is about to be a … [Read more...] about Act fast! National Parks Lifetime Passes for seniors soon jump from $10 to $80
