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Foothills Equestrian Nature Center in North Carolina

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center Provides the Love of Horses Through Equine Therapy

Do you know a special needs child or adult who could benefit from a unique friendship? Did you know that the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center offers an Equine Therapy program only 40 minutes from the Upstate? The program works with children and adults who have autism and other physical, cognitive, and emotional disorders, giving them a beneficial activity to engage in. We have information about their therapeutic riding program and the cost of lessons, so you can get your little one into their program as quickly as possible.

7 Weeknight Outings for Teens to Try This School Year

Have a few hours after school but unsure how to spend them? Local teen Brylan put together this list of school night outings that are perfect for teens. Whether you have one night without homework or many free evenings, you’ll find an idea or two that just might be exactly what you need this school year!

Visit Farms and Win Prizes with the SC Agritourism Passport Program

Looking for a fun way to explore our state’s different sources of plant and animal-based products? The South Carolina Agritourism Passport Program is an incentive program where people can earn free goodies for visiting places that are probably already on your to-do list! The good news is there are nearly two dozen farms not far from Greenville and Spartanburg. Visiting farms is more than a fun, family activity, it’s also a field trip worthy educational opportunity.

Move Over, Apple Cider Donuts, New Treats From NC Orchards Are In Town

Apple orchards are stepping up their game when it comes to attracting guests with delicious baked goods – it’s not all about apple cider donuts anymore! Here are some of the very best treats we’ve found at apple orchards that are totally worth the short day trip.

10 Fabulous Things to Do in Gastonia, North Carolina

Looking for a day trip from Greenville? Just an hour from the Upstate is Gastonia, NC. We discovered this town is full of things to do, like a museum, parks and some of the best milkshakes in the country, according to USA today. Since its so close to the Upstate it makes a great day trip!

Two Plantations, Two Stories: Exploring Upstate SC’s Complicated Past

Looking for a powerful, educational day trip with your family? We visited two very different historical plantations in the Upstate—and we came away reflecting on how much American history can change depending on where you stand. These two sites tell very different stories, but both invite deep conversations, honest reflection, and a greater appreciation of the people whose lives shaped South Carolina.

Fall at the Farm in Spartanburg, South Carolina

It’s Upick Season at Thompson Family Farms Near Campobello, SC!

Thompson Family Farms in Campobello, SC offers pick your own Upick pumpkins and sunflowers in the fall. Count us in! Thompson Family Farms has a huge pumpkin patch, sunflowers, zinnias, and unique sunflower maze each fall. We adore this farm because it is well-maintained, it is run efficiently, the view of Hogback Mountain is perfect for photos with my kids, and everything we have picked has been high quality. Fall at the Farm begins August 28th, 2024

Parents Reveal Their Secrets to Easy School-Night Dinners

Are you struggling to find easy school-night dinner ideas and tips and tricks? With a schedule this year that allows only a small slot of time for family dinner, I was struggling myself to figure out how to ensure we have a family dinner with as little work as possible. I asked our Kidding Around readers for tips and they delivered with a great list for you of weekday dinner ideas, ways of saving time in the kitchen, and more.

Lake Glenville in Jackson County, North Carolina

Take a Boat Ride on the Highest Lake East of the Mississippi River at Lake Glenville, NC

You can explore Lake Glenville, the highest lake in Eastern US, in Jackson County, NC by boat with Lake Glenville Scenic Boat Tours. We did the beautiful boat tour and will tell you all you need to know to enjoy the scenic lake.

8+ Fun Fall Events in Knoxville, Tennessee

The air is finally cooling off here in Knoxville, Tennessee, and that means the fun fall events are just around the corner! From Greek Fest to Fall festivals, we’ve got an event for everyone to enjoy here!