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Image of boy on big water tricycleRecreationIs your family thinking of planning a vacation? Here are some great sites that have plenty of stuff to do outdoors. I know it's means peeling yourself away from our web site, but we know you'll be back!
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Government Sites
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Item BAM! - was created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to answer kids' questions on health issues and recommend ways to make their bodies and minds healthier, stronger, and safer.
Item Coast Guard Coloring and Activity Books - Get your very own "The True Story of Inky the Whale" and "Water 'n Kids" coloring book. Make sure to scroll to the bottom of the page.
Item Coastie's Home Page - Coastie is an animated robotic cartoon character that travels around the country to talk to children about water safety. Check out his water safety quiz!
Item Learn NPS - Here you'll find curriculum, fun and games, a guide to park Junior Ranger programs and a host of other fun and educational media created by the National Park Service and our partners.
Item Park Net - Take a tour through the National Park System, explore historical place and learn about natural resources in our parks.
Item Recreation.Gov - Recreation.gov is a one-stop source for information about recreation on federal lands. Get tips on where to go boating, camping, fishing or skiing and more.
Item USAF Services YouthLink - This document is a news letter for kids and parents.
Item Yellowstone National Park Just for Kids - Test your knowledge about Yellowstone National Park. Learn about different animals, plan a visit and learn about the history of the park.

Organization Sites
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Item Kid Outdoors - Check out this e-zine that has colorful articles with information about where to go, what to do and bring, and when to visit the outdoors! You can also learn safety tips or try fun puzzles.
Item Safe Boating Council - Here you will pick up tips on boating education and safety awareness and more.

Education Sites
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Item A Walk In the Woods - Walk in the Woods is designed for students to gain an appreciation of nature. Sometimes students are not able to go to a forest preserve or woods, so this brings the woods to you.

Commercial Sites
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Item Boating Sidekicks - Quiz yourself on the different types of floatation devices and boats, find out how long you can hold your breath, learn that different parts of a boat and what boating signals mean.
Item Junior Master Gardener - Kids Zone - This website is great for discovering the important and fun part of gardening; it ignites a passion for learning, success and service through a unique gardening education.
Item Kids Post - Read articles about current events and entertainment, get Brain Food for homework help, and have fun with games, polls, online discussions, and more from The Washington Post.
Item On the American Trail - Are you a nature lover? Then lace up your hiking boots and take a virtual tramp through America's Millennium Trails! Check out the interactive map for information and photos, or search for a trail based on the outdoor activities that interest you.
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