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An RV Guide to the Virginia Eastern Shore

October 22, 2022/0 Comments/in travel/by Gwen Rich

If you’re retired and living the RV life, your vacation options are almost limitless. With so many places to go, it can be hard to know what’s worth a stop. If you and your traveling companion are planning a trip to the beautiful state of Virginia, here are some must-see stops.

Kiptopeke State Park

On Virginia’s beautiful Eastern Shore, explored by Capt. John Smith in 1608, Kiptopeke offers recreational access to the Chesapeake Bay. It’s also a great place to explore unique migratory bird habitats along the Atlantic flyway. This park definitely is for birders. They have songbird blinds around a freshwater pond to observe the birds. They also have raptor-watching stations and hawk migration events as well.

Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge

This wildlife refuge is certainly a site to see if you consider yourself a birder. Established in 1984, this wildlife refuge serves as one of the country’s most valuable stopovers for migratory birds and insects. This Refuge is most popular during bird migration season, so plan accordingly and grab your binoculars if you love birds Outside of migration season, this refuge hosts 34 mammal species and over 400 species of birds, so there is always something to see no matter what time of year you go! They also have Guided tours of Fisherman Island National Wildlife Refuge. These are a great way to experience an otherwise inaccessible part of the refuge complex. Be sure to pre-register so you can enjoy a fall or winter tour!

Cape Charles Brewing Co

This local eatery was a smash hit with my family and me. With, beer, burgers, and fish sandwiches, it is perfect RV road trip food. Just the slice of heaven you are hoping to find when you stop into

Sun Country Cape Charles

This used to be called Cherrystone campground Sun Country bought it a few years ago. Very large campground along the Chesapeake Bay. If you are able to be a bit farther away, you can be put in a more quiet area. Overall, the campground is nice. The adult pool was clean and right alongside the beach, so it offered a great view!

Nearby are some beautiful hiking and biking trails. This is a great way to appreciate the local scenery and get some much-needed exercise while you’re at it!

Virginia might not seem like much at first glance, but there is a reason it was one of the oldest states settled in American History. The wildlife, the woods, and the beautiful sunsets are enough to attract any wanderer. Next time you are driving through Virginia, consider one, or all of these fabulous stops!

Looking for how to spend your time in the RV? Songs can get old, and road games only take you so far. Try these trivia questions!

Lawn Games for the Entire Family

March 31, 2022/0 Comments/in games, yard games/by Gwen Rich

Summer brings with it a great opportunity for families in search for new and fun things to do! Everyone knows that too much free time can lead to boredom, so finding fun, inexpensive, and innovative ideas that keep everyone interested is crucial to making the most of the summer season! Lawn games are a perfect for getting the family outside and spending time together. Here are our favorites you can try with your family! There is sure to be a lawn game for everyone!

Lawn Twister

To set up this easy game, begin by painting a “twister board” onto the lawn. It is best to cut a template of a circle out of some leftover cardboard. Use ground marking spray paint on the grass because it washes off easily. Grab your twister spinner from a kit if you have one, or print out a new one from online and add a spinner!

Tug- of-War

This classic game includes the entire family as well as friends or neighbors. Get a long and sturdy rope and either some colored tape or marker to mark the center of the rope. Split into two teams and begin pulling. One fun twist to the game is extending the rope across either a stream or water sprinkler. Tug-of-War is not only about strength, but it is also a lot of fun, and there are many variations of the game that can be played. A true classic!

Frozen T-Shirt Race

This game is easy to set up and even more fun to play. To start, grab a single t-shirt for each player and soak it in water. Once it is thoroughly wet, squeeze out any extra water and fold it up. Place all t-shirts in a plastic bag with wax paper in between the different shirts. When they are completely frozen, distribute the shirts. The winner is the first person who can completely unfold their t-shirt and put it on!

Badminton

This is a traditional lawn game that the whole family can play together. The net can be set up in any open space. The only materials needed are the net, racquets for each player, and a shuttlecock. Here is our favorite kit in case your family needs one or is looking for a quick replacement!

Water Balloon Toss

Grab five different buckets. Set them up in a line on the driveway or pavement. If different sized buckets are used, place the larger ones closer to the start and the smaller ones at the end. Label the closest bucket 25, then the next 50, 75, 100, and 500. Use filled water balloons to toss into the buckets. The winner is the one that can score the most points!

bucket of green water balloons next to legs of small child wearing shark shorts and crocs

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Bean Bag Ladder Toss

For this game, all that is needed is a step lapper and some bean bags to toss. To start, label each rung of a step ladder with different points. Normally, the top rung will be the highest number. Throw the bags between the rungs to score points!

Cornhole

Cornhole is a classic lawn game that is loved by the whole family. Design a cornhole board that has a theme that represents the interests of the family. To start, set up the boards opposite from each other. Split the players up into teams of two and give each team four bags. The opponents will alternate the tosses until all of the eight bags are thrown. The team that reaches 21 points first wins the game. Ask friends and neighbors to bring their portable cornhole boards and set up a tournament in your yard!

Giant Jenga

This game requires a little more preparation, but it will last for many summers to come. Buy several 2×4 boards that can be cut into 48 ½ inch pieces. The boards can be cut by hand or at a local lumber yard. After the pieces are cut, sand the edges so each piece is smooth and can be easily slid across the other pieces. To add some creativity and color, paint the ends in different colors. There is no need to seal the wood because it may cause the wood to stick and the pieces will not slide as easily. Once the project is complete, you can begin playing the game. Store the pieces in a garage during wet weather to prevent warping.

Glow-in-the-Dark Capture the Flag

After the sun goes down, try a different take on this classic game. Divide up family and friends into two teams. Use different glow stick colors as the flags for each team. Give each player two glow bracelets which match the color of their flag. The objective is to find the opposite team’s “flag” and bring it back to their side. Whichever team can do this, wins!

Outdoor Bowling

Fill 10 2-liter soda bottles with water or sand, and use a rubber ball as the bowling ball. Adjust the length of the lane according to the ability and age of the players.

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Slide and Toss

The Slip and Slide is a yard activity the whole family has enjoyed for many years. To make it into a game that involves scoring points, gather a tarp, duct tape, and Frisbees. To set up the game, cut different shapes into the tarp and reinforce the shapes with the duct tape. Give different point values to the shapes and then hang the tarp at the end of the slip-n-slide. To play, slide down the slide, stand up, spin around four times and throw Frisbees to gain points. The winner is the person or team with the most points at the end of the game.

Blanket Run

This easy and fun game only requires blankets to play. Simply have one person sit on the blanket while the other stands and holds the other end. The winner is the one that can pull their partner across the lawn to the finish line first.

Playground Games

Playground games such as jump rope and hopscotch are fun, too! They can provide hours of outdoor family entertainment and require very few materials. You don’t always need something crazy to have a good time, and the basic playground games can go a long way!

Final Thoughts

Summer is an exciting time for creating lifelong memories. Summer entertainment does not have to be expensive and should include the entire family. It can be as simple as making bubbles and hula hooping, to creating competitive games. Whichever activities your family chooses to participate in should be fun!

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Splendor: The Ultimate Gate-Way Board Game

August 31, 2021/1 Comment/in board games, card games/by Gwen Rich

Do you want to introduce more board games into your family time? No, I don’t mean Monopoly, Candyland or Scrabble. I mean a fun game that all ages can enjoy and won’t consume your whole evening (unless you want it to)? Splendor is a fast paced, easy to pick up board game that doesn’t break the bank.

When I first encountered Splendor it was my grandpa that owned a copy! My grandparents are not typically “board-game-people”. We pulled it out and played a quick round with two young adults, one tween, and one grandparent. It only took a minute to set-up and a minute more to explain the rules. In 20 short minutes the game was over and everyone had fun!

How it Plays

The concept is simple: collect gem tokens to buy gem cards. The cards have a point value as well as an assigned gem color. Each gem card you buy can then be used in place of a gem token. The more cards you have, the more cards you can then buy! The first player with 15 points signals the last round. At the end of the last round, the player with the most points wins!

I found many interesting, yet simple features of this game that make it enjoyable. The game plays three tiers of cards laid out in a grid which represents the board. There are 6 types of gem tokens: Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds, Garnets, and Gold. The gold tokens act like a wild card and are only received by reserving a card. I found this especially useful for winning! There are also Aristocrats for high point values, which you receive automatically as soon as you qualify for them.

The game is simple and easy to explain. The rounds are short, so no one is waiting too long for their turn, and there are multiple strategies that can be employed to win the game. For example, when I play, I always aim for an aristocrat and so far I have never lost! If you want to play with young children, the bright colors and tangible tokens are great for helping them keep track of what they have and what they need. If you decide to play a round or two with your die-hard board game buddies, the tactical opportunities can create a riveting experience with triumph and revenge.

Why it’s worth the buy!

If Splendor becomes a family favorite in your home, as it has in mine, that might open the door to other unique board game experiences. When introducing more complex games to your family, you can refer to Splendor for any similarities or as a measure of difficulty.

Splendor is truly a game for all ages and experience levels, so, whether you are introducing your kiddos to board games or opening your parents or grandparents eyes, Splendor is the perfect “gate-way” game.

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30 Easy Trivia Questions for Kids (With Answers)

June 5, 2020/3 Comments/in games/by Janice Friedman

If you love trivia, involve your kids and have trivia questions that fit your kids’ minds. In making trivia questions, cover topics they have studied in school. For example, recent popular culture, and hobbies your children may be interested in. Coming up with easy trivia questions for everybody (kids and adults alike) is a breeze.

How to Play a Good Trivia Game

Trivia is one of the most exciting family games and an excellent way to spend some time indoors, especially in this period of social distancing. One of the most important rules in picking general trivia questions and answers for kids is to focus on what you know they know. For this reason, it is best to start with a few warm-up fun trivia questions for kids that will ease them into the challenge. You can increase progressively the difficulty of the questions and keep the bar high for those kids who have serious general culture baggage.

One rule you should never forget is that you always have to have the answers at the ready. You should always have the correct answers even for the easiest trivia questions that you think everyone can handle with their eyes closed. Either you prepare movie trivia questions, science trivia questions, or general trivia questions, the answers you have aside should be correct. The last thing you want is a hot debate on information resources, debunked myths, the latest scientific discoveries, and so on. While we encourage such arguments, they are not the trademark of trivia night.

With all these things said and done, here are some easy trivia questions for kids that you can try as a fun challenge this summer or spend a rainy day at home!

Sports Trivia Questions for Kids

Some of the best trivia questions are sports questions. This is also true when asking trivia questions to kids. Choose your topics carefully. Most kids have not followed sports recently. Questions about famous players in the ’70s and ’80s may be too difficult for a child to answer. You should preserve such sports trivia questions for your sport-loving adult friends and family members.

There are many trivia questions that focus on sports. Think of active, big-name players that are popular even among the little ones. It is a great way to make sports trivia questions easy and fun for kids. Try these out:

Q: How big is the diameter of a basketball hoop?

A: 18 inches.

Q: Which NFL quarterback has won the most Super Bowl titles?

A: Tom Brady

Q: Who is the only NBA player to have 30,000 points, 8,000 rebounds, and 8,000 assists in their career?

A: LeBron James

Q: Which country hosted the 2016 Olympic games?

A: Brazil

Q: Which city is the capital of Utah?

A: Salt Lake City

Geography Trivia Questions for Kids

Geography is a major area of study for a lot of children and learning about the world can be very exciting. Expand the borders in the mind of your kids with some great geography trivia questions for kids. Speaking of geography, keep in mind that you can ask geography trivia questions as part of the road trip games you might want to play. After all, what better way to educate a child than triggering her curiosity about the places she sees?

Do not try to get too complicated. Make a topic base questions like geography. Create questions that focus on major landmarks or cities. Here are some examples:

Q: What country is home to the Great Barrier Reef?

A: Australia

Q: What city is the capital of China?

A: Beijing

Q: In what state is the Grand Canyon located?

A: Arizona

Q: What are the top three largest countries, by landmass, in the world?

A: Russia, Canada, China

Q: What is the largest desert in the world?

A: Sahara Desert

Q: Which two countries share the longest border?

A: Canada and the United States

Q: Which city has the most people?

A: Tokyo, Japan

Pop Culture Trivia Questions for Kids

Chances are that your children follow pop culture. Kids have many ways of finding entertainment topics. They have a great knowledge of the pop culture. Pick recent examples with some classics mixed in to keep them on their toes. Better than any math trivia questions that you might ask (and might trigger some angry looks from your kids), try some Disney trivia questions and answers, some Harry Potter trivia questions, Star Wars trivia questions, Marvel trivia questions, you know, tap into the things your kids love best. If you have teenagers around, Game of Thrones trivia questions and modern music trivia questions work the best.

If you are the parent in this equation, make sure you know the answers. You may know your sports, history, and geography, but do your homework well if you want to challenge your kids and teens in the pop culture department. So let’s get the show on the road, shall we?

Q: What movie franchise is famous for, “May the force be with you?”

A: Star Wars

Q: What movie features a toy cowboy named Woody?

A: Toy Story

Q: Which rock band sang Yellow Submarine?

A: The Beatles

Q: What was the most popular song on streaming services in 2017?

A: “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran

Q: Luis Fonsi, singer of the song “Despacito,” is from which United States territory?

A: Puerto Rico

Q: What type of fish is Nemo?

A: Clownfish

Final Thoughts on Easy Trivia Questions for Kids

These were our top picks for some of the best easy trivia questions for kids if you want to organize a fun challenge for them on any given occasion.

We hope you enjoyed our picks and that you will play many fun trivia games with kids or your adult friends and family members! Don’t hesitate to ask us for more trivia questions for kids and adults if you want more ideas and inspiration! We are here to help you make the best out of your spare time, so use the comment section below if you have some of your own examples of fun trivia questions for a friendly challenge with the kids!

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