Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Homeschooling across the United States!
Bonnie Painter
We are in NJ and here are a few things that we thought of...
Delaware Water Gap (Northern NJ)
Statue of Liberty
Liberty State Park
Garden State Aquarium (Southern NJ)
Wildwood/Cape May at the Shore (Cape May also has a zoo) or Barnegat Light
(old lighthouse)
Washington Crossing Park (not much to write home about, but it is the place
on the Delaware River that Washington crossed during the Revolutionary war
to defeat the Hessians, there are historical displays across the river in
PA)
Also, the Philadelphia Zoo (which is in PA) is one of the oldest zoo's in
the country (very nice)
Northlandz (the largest toy train layout in the world with a working "mini"
steam engine that takes kids around a track, also has a doll museum attached
for same admission) This is in Flemington, NJ Hunterdon County.
Hunterdon County itself is a beautiful place with lots of farmland and old
houses (the house I grew up in is over 200 years old, as is the elementary
school that I went to which is in Stockton, NJ, about 20 minutes from
Flemington. My elementary school is one of the oldest left in the country.
We got to visit the Whitehouse in 1977? because of it and present President
Carter with a picture of our school)
Colligan's Inn in Stockton which is the restaurant that the song "There was
a hotel with a wishing well..." was written for, also very old.
Of course, Trenton, NJ is the state capital and one of the oldest cities in
the country. Lots of history there. A beautiful state house, a museum and
old revolutionary war barracks all within one block. We are close to
Trenton where we live now.
Griffith Morgan house in Pennsauken, NJ is one of the oldest houses in NJ.
(may be the oldest house in NJ, kind of hard to find, unless you know where
it is. Of course, my husband does know where it is, so he could give you
directions if you are interested) Also, close to the aquarium and the
aquarium in across the river from the Philadelphia Zoo.
Princeton, NJ is a really cool town. (About 20 minutes from Trenton)Albert
Einstein lived there. They shot the film I.Q. there. You can tour
Princeton University campus. Their library is famous and they have a great
art museum which is open to the public. It is also home to black squirrels
which aren't found anywhere else in the U.S. They were imported from
England because the University was based on Cambridge U and they had black
squirrels on campus (they are also very friendly as they are used to being
around people). Also, a lot of history in Princeton (an old grave yard,
homes, etc.) Also home to Princeton Theological Seminary school (right next
to the University) The Annex is a must eat at place, it is in a basement,
but has been around a very long time and they have pictures on the walls of
all of the famous and historical people who have dined there.
Well, I know that is a novel and we are still trying to think if there is
anything else. Of course, Philadelphia is filled with historical stops
((Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Elfreth's Alley (old cobblestone street
with original houses, can tour them)) I could probably go on forever, so I
won't.
Good luck and I wish we were going with you. It sounds like great fun. If
you want to say "Hi" when you get to NJ, just let us know...
Bonnie
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Delaware Water Gap (Northern NJ)
Statue of Liberty
Liberty State Park
Garden State Aquarium (Southern NJ)
Wildwood/Cape May at the Shore (Cape May also has a zoo) or Barnegat Light
(old lighthouse)
Washington Crossing Park (not much to write home about, but it is the place
on the Delaware River that Washington crossed during the Revolutionary war
to defeat the Hessians, there are historical displays across the river in
PA)
Also, the Philadelphia Zoo (which is in PA) is one of the oldest zoo's in
the country (very nice)
Northlandz (the largest toy train layout in the world with a working "mini"
steam engine that takes kids around a track, also has a doll museum attached
for same admission) This is in Flemington, NJ Hunterdon County.
Hunterdon County itself is a beautiful place with lots of farmland and old
houses (the house I grew up in is over 200 years old, as is the elementary
school that I went to which is in Stockton, NJ, about 20 minutes from
Flemington. My elementary school is one of the oldest left in the country.
We got to visit the Whitehouse in 1977? because of it and present President
Carter with a picture of our school)
Colligan's Inn in Stockton which is the restaurant that the song "There was
a hotel with a wishing well..." was written for, also very old.
Of course, Trenton, NJ is the state capital and one of the oldest cities in
the country. Lots of history there. A beautiful state house, a museum and
old revolutionary war barracks all within one block. We are close to
Trenton where we live now.
Griffith Morgan house in Pennsauken, NJ is one of the oldest houses in NJ.
(may be the oldest house in NJ, kind of hard to find, unless you know where
it is. Of course, my husband does know where it is, so he could give you
directions if you are interested) Also, close to the aquarium and the
aquarium in across the river from the Philadelphia Zoo.
Princeton, NJ is a really cool town. (About 20 minutes from Trenton)Albert
Einstein lived there. They shot the film I.Q. there. You can tour
Princeton University campus. Their library is famous and they have a great
art museum which is open to the public. It is also home to black squirrels
which aren't found anywhere else in the U.S. They were imported from
England because the University was based on Cambridge U and they had black
squirrels on campus (they are also very friendly as they are used to being
around people). Also, a lot of history in Princeton (an old grave yard,
homes, etc.) Also home to Princeton Theological Seminary school (right next
to the University) The Annex is a must eat at place, it is in a basement,
but has been around a very long time and they have pictures on the walls of
all of the famous and historical people who have dined there.
Well, I know that is a novel and we are still trying to think if there is
anything else. Of course, Philadelphia is filled with historical stops
((Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Elfreth's Alley (old cobblestone street
with original houses, can tour them)) I could probably go on forever, so I
won't.
Good luck and I wish we were going with you. It sounds like great fun. If
you want to say "Hi" when you get to NJ, just let us know...
Bonnie
>From: aimeesouth@...________________________________________________________________________
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>To: [email protected]
>Subject: [Unschooling-dotcom] Homeschooling across the United States!
>Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2000 01:34:52 -0000
>
>Hello all! We're going to embark on a new stage of our homeschooling
>journey! On Feb 1, 2001 our family is going to travel the 48 states
>in a motor home! Our family includes myself, Aimee 28 yrs. old, my
>husband Mark, 33 and our 2 daughters, Alexandria (age 7) and Tabitha
>(1 1/2).
>Our plan is to spend about a week in each state. The reason I'm
>writing is we'd love to hear from homeschoolers in other states about
>what are some "don't miss" activities in your area/state, also we'd
>love to hear about what's unique to your area.
>Homeschoolers seem to often have great ideas that aren't listed in
>"guide books"!
>We're not looking for amusement parks, one thing we're doing for sure
>are staying with Omish friends in Indiana so that we can really
>experience their life. I'm looking for any ideas along this line!
>Thank you so much for your help in this matter! Please contact me at
>aimeesouth@...
>God bless,
>Aimee
>
>
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Lynda
Well, it could take quite a while to just drive from one end of CA to the
other but in our litle neck of the "woods," we literally have the real
woods. If you should decided to head down through CA from the Oregon end,
take 101. A must stop is a wide spot in the road called Orick. Roosevelt
Elk have the right of way on the freeway (well, so it is a nice two lane
highway, it is still called a freeway <g>) and they are always grazing by
the side of the road. A right towards the ocean brings you out at Fern
Canyon where Lost World was filmed. About 45 miles south you will come to
Trinidad and Patrick's Point State Park (btw, you can buy a year's pass and
stay in all the state parks free after the initial fee) where there is an
authentic Native American village built by Native Americans (not teepees!)
and Agate Beach. Further down the coast you come to Eureka where you will
find the Carson Mansion, the most photographed single family residence
(castles don't get into this category) in the world. The next side trip
you want to take is to Ferndale, "The Victorian Village, site of many
movies including "Outbreak" and "Salem's Lot." Continue south to the
turnoff at Pepperwood which is the old highway. There are several camping
spaces along this 100 mile stretch. The tallest and oldest trees are found
here--Coastal redwoods, many of them over 300' tall. You drive right
between them on a road that was contructed to their needs so it is rather
squiggly, as the kidlets put it but not too bad as it is a regular on the
motorhome route. You can see the Grandfather Tree which stands at almost
300'. It has survived a lightning strike, 64' flood waters, human's
attempting to cut it down and a fire. In each and every one of the
pull-offs and parks in this National Forest if you sit quietly jays and
chipmunks will come right up to the kids and you can see river otters and
deer within 10 to 20 feet of you. You could also take a side trip to
Shelter Cove, also known as the Lost Coast and home of the black sand
beaches.
Then onward in a southerly direction through Mendocino County. You might
want to take a side trip to Fort Ross where the Russians had a settlement.
And then into Sonoma County (wineries by the dozens if you like) and in
Petaluma is Vallejo's fort and in the city of Sonoma (a left off of 101 to
the east) is Vallejo's home. Again, southward bound and in about an hour
you are in San Francisco. Now, you will have to decide just how many days
you want to spend in the greater Bay Area with sites such as the usual with
the Zoo, Exploratorium, Aquarium, Japanese Gardens, etc. and such sites as
the Crookedest Road in the World, the Cliff House and a million and one
other things to do in SF, not counting Tilden Park (NOT an amusement park!)
in the Berkeley hills, Jack London Square in Oakland, the Oakland Zoo where
you can take a sky tram over the different animal areas (feels like they
can reach up and touch your feet) and then on to San Jose for the
Winchester House.
I'm sure there are lots of folks in Central and Southern CA and folks from
the Valley that can add even more goodies that aren't amusement park type
things.
Lynda
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other but in our litle neck of the "woods," we literally have the real
woods. If you should decided to head down through CA from the Oregon end,
take 101. A must stop is a wide spot in the road called Orick. Roosevelt
Elk have the right of way on the freeway (well, so it is a nice two lane
highway, it is still called a freeway <g>) and they are always grazing by
the side of the road. A right towards the ocean brings you out at Fern
Canyon where Lost World was filmed. About 45 miles south you will come to
Trinidad and Patrick's Point State Park (btw, you can buy a year's pass and
stay in all the state parks free after the initial fee) where there is an
authentic Native American village built by Native Americans (not teepees!)
and Agate Beach. Further down the coast you come to Eureka where you will
find the Carson Mansion, the most photographed single family residence
(castles don't get into this category) in the world. The next side trip
you want to take is to Ferndale, "The Victorian Village, site of many
movies including "Outbreak" and "Salem's Lot." Continue south to the
turnoff at Pepperwood which is the old highway. There are several camping
spaces along this 100 mile stretch. The tallest and oldest trees are found
here--Coastal redwoods, many of them over 300' tall. You drive right
between them on a road that was contructed to their needs so it is rather
squiggly, as the kidlets put it but not too bad as it is a regular on the
motorhome route. You can see the Grandfather Tree which stands at almost
300'. It has survived a lightning strike, 64' flood waters, human's
attempting to cut it down and a fire. In each and every one of the
pull-offs and parks in this National Forest if you sit quietly jays and
chipmunks will come right up to the kids and you can see river otters and
deer within 10 to 20 feet of you. You could also take a side trip to
Shelter Cove, also known as the Lost Coast and home of the black sand
beaches.
Then onward in a southerly direction through Mendocino County. You might
want to take a side trip to Fort Ross where the Russians had a settlement.
And then into Sonoma County (wineries by the dozens if you like) and in
Petaluma is Vallejo's fort and in the city of Sonoma (a left off of 101 to
the east) is Vallejo's home. Again, southward bound and in about an hour
you are in San Francisco. Now, you will have to decide just how many days
you want to spend in the greater Bay Area with sites such as the usual with
the Zoo, Exploratorium, Aquarium, Japanese Gardens, etc. and such sites as
the Crookedest Road in the World, the Cliff House and a million and one
other things to do in SF, not counting Tilden Park (NOT an amusement park!)
in the Berkeley hills, Jack London Square in Oakland, the Oakland Zoo where
you can take a sky tram over the different animal areas (feels like they
can reach up and touch your feet) and then on to San Jose for the
Winchester House.
I'm sure there are lots of folks in Central and Southern CA and folks from
the Valley that can add even more goodies that aren't amusement park type
things.
Lynda
----------
> From: aimeesouth@...
> To: [email protected]
> Subject: [Unschooling-dotcom] Homeschooling across the United States!
> Date: Wednesday, June 14, 2000 6:34 PM
>
> Hello all! We're going to embark on a new stage of our homeschooling
> journey! On Feb 1, 2001 our family is going to travel the 48 states
> in a motor home! Our family includes myself, Aimee 28 yrs. old, my
> husband Mark, 33 and our 2 daughters, Alexandria (age 7) and Tabitha
> (1 1/2).
> Our plan is to spend about a week in each state. The reason I'm
> writing is we'd love to hear from homeschoolers in other states about
> what are some "don't miss" activities in your area/state, also we'd
> love to hear about what's unique to your area.
> Homeschoolers seem to often have great ideas that aren't listed in
> "guide books"!
> We're not looking for amusement parks, one thing we're doing for sure
> are staying with Omish friends in Indiana so that we can really
> experience their life. I'm looking for any ideas along this line!
> Thank you so much for your help in this matter! Please contact me at
> aimeesouth@...
> God bless,
> Aimee
>
>
>
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Hi Aimee, I saw your post, and wanted to let you know I replied to you on the
Eclectic Homeschooling list. Have a great journey! ~Karen
Eclectic Homeschooling list. Have a great journey! ~Karen
Tia Leschke
>Stop! You're making me homesick! I grew up in Berkeley but moved to
>Then onward in a southerly direction through Mendocino County. You might
>want to take a side trip to Fort Ross where the Russians had a settlement.
> And then into Sonoma County (wineries by the dozens if you like) and in
>Petaluma is Vallejo's fort and in the city of Sonoma (a left off of 101 to
>the east) is Vallejo's home. Again, southward bound and in about an hour
>you are in San Francisco. Now, you will have to decide just how many days
>you want to spend in the greater Bay Area with sites such as the usual with
>the Zoo, Exploratorium, Aquarium, Japanese Gardens, etc. and such sites as
>the Crookedest Road in the World, the Cliff House and a million and one
>other things to do in SF, not counting Tilden Park (NOT an amusement park!)
>in the Berkeley hills, Jack London Square in Oakland, the Oakland Zoo where
>you can take a sky tram over the different animal areas (feels like they
>can reach up and touch your feet) and then on to San Jose for the
>Winchester House.
Vancouver Island in 1970. I haven't been down for 20 years and would love
to see many of these places. %^(
Tia Leschke leschke@...
On Vancouver Island
______________________________________________
Canadian Home Education Resource Page
http://www.flora.org/homeschool-ca/
"It is every kid's birthright to
grow up with something to get over; it teaches them flexibility,
generosity and humility." - - Diana Sandberg
Tia Leschke
At 10:21 AM 6/15/00 EDT, you wrote:
Tia Leschke leschke@...
On Vancouver Island
______________________________________________
Canadian Home Education Resource Page
http://www.flora.org/homeschool-ca/
"It is every kid's birthright to
grow up with something to get over; it teaches them flexibility,
generosity and humility." - - Diana Sandberg
>Hi Aimee, I saw your post, and wanted to let you know I replied to you onthe
>Eclectic Homeschooling list. Have a great journey! ~KarenWhat list is that? Is it open?
Tia Leschke leschke@...
On Vancouver Island
______________________________________________
Canadian Home Education Resource Page
http://www.flora.org/homeschool-ca/
"It is every kid's birthright to
grow up with something to get over; it teaches them flexibility,
generosity and humility." - - Diana Sandberg
Dia Garland
Nebraska checking in here....a few things that are wonderful here, besides
the people of course!
Ashfalls fossil bed. It is being actively worked.
Homestead national monument. A real old homestead, preserved to show how
poineers lived.
Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha. The Lied Jungle is wonderful!
Ponca State Park. There is a spot where you can see South Dakota, Iowa, and
Nebraska, and the whole park is beautiful.
Just driving across the state is neat, because the topography changes so
drastically, from the Badlands in the west to the rolling hills in the east.
Dia
the people of course!
Ashfalls fossil bed. It is being actively worked.
Homestead national monument. A real old homestead, preserved to show how
poineers lived.
Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha. The Lied Jungle is wonderful!
Ponca State Park. There is a spot where you can see South Dakota, Iowa, and
Nebraska, and the whole park is beautiful.
Just driving across the state is neat, because the topography changes so
drastically, from the Badlands in the west to the rolling hills in the east.
Dia
Pris
I'd like to know this, too ... I *love* the word *eclectic* but don't ask me
why, maybe it's just cuz of the way it rolls off my tongue when I say the
word??? hehe, who knows???
Pris
why, maybe it's just cuz of the way it rolls off my tongue when I say the
word??? hehe, who knows???
Pris
----- Original Message -----
From: Tia Leschke <leschke@...>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2000 1:46 PM
Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Homeschooling across the United States!
> At 10:21 AM 6/15/00 EDT, you wrote:
> >Hi Aimee, I saw your post, and wanted to let you know I replied to you on
> the
> >Eclectic Homeschooling list. Have a great journey! ~Karen
>
> What list is that? Is it open?
>
> Tia Leschke leschke@...
> On Vancouver