Joanna Nesbit, Freelance Writer

FamilyFun magazine

• National Parks for Families: Lava BedsJanuary 2012

  California's Lava Beds National Monument (not quite a national park) offers families cool adventures in underground lava tubes, as well as hiking, birding, and Native American history. One of California's best kept secrets.

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• National Parks for Families: Olympic National Park March 2010

  The Olympic National Park is a must-see for nature-loving families. Read on to learn about the Hoh rain forest and Washington's beaches.

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• A Midsummer Night's FunJune 2008

  In true FamilyFun fashion, this article features games, crafts, and treats for a fun summer evening.

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• One Family's Northwest Adventure March 2008

  Our family took a 4-day trip to Seattle and beyond to explore our home state. We visited Snoqualmie Falls, stayed in a caboose in Cle Elum, and tried on goofy hats in Leavenworth. Read the article to learn more. Note: The PDF file contains all the photos (3.5 MB), while the online version is primarily text.

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