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10 free things to with kids in West Volusia

July 8, 2012 DeLand, FL, USA

Painters Pond, Deland, Florida
Mural at Painters Pond
Summer is here and many parents may be looking for low-cost activities to do with the family. If you're in West Volusia county this summer, here are 10 free things to do.
 
Outdoors and Nature
Hontoon Island State Park. Observe evidence Native American habitation as well as abundant wildlife on this island. Travel along hiking and biking trails which winding their ways around Indian shell middens. Other amenities include picnic areas, playground, gas grills, canoe and kayak rentals, primitive and cabin camping. 
Location: 2309 River Ridge Road, DeLand, FL.. 386-736-5309 

Lyonia Preserve and Environmental Center. This center offers many hands-on opportunities for learning. Features exhibitions, hands-on learning, indoor and outdoor classes. 
Location: 2150 Eustace Ave., Deltona, FL. Phone: 386-789-7207
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10 free things to with kids in West Volusia

A Walking the Spring-to-Spring Trail

November 13, 2011 Gemini Springs Park, De Bary, FL 32713, USA



With the onset of fall-like weather, I've been wanting to go hiking. Today turned out to be more of a "walk" than a hike. Although we did get off the path a bit, the pace was slower because my 8 year old daughter was with us. Of course she's always with us but we've not gone hiking for a while. I think everyone's lost their "hiking legs". Our pace was about 1.5mph on average today. But that's alright. It wasn't about the exertion but the fun and enjoyment of being outdoors.
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A Walking the Spring-to-Spring Trail
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