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Summer Vacation

Stretch

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The MRS and I have been talking about what we can do for a family vacation next summer. We really haven't been on much of a vacation in yrs. With an 8 yr old son, a 5 yr old daughter and a 2yr old daughter it is a little tough finding a good all around vacation. We are thinking like a leave on Thursday or Friday and be back on Sunday or Monday kind of trip. We have talked about going east to see things like The JD plant in Waterloo Ia or some other equipment mfg or the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago or something. The other idea has been kicked up to go to like Valentine and canoe down the Niobrara (sp) and check out the cowboy trail, but don't know if there is any age limit for that. Last summer we got into cycling as a way to get in better shape and for the family to get time together. Haven't really come up with anything really that is one of those " Just jumps out at ya" kind of idea's. I really don't have any other great ideas for a shorter type vacation, but keeping it affordable is aways a plus.... Any ideas for us??????
 

JF Ranch

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Perhaps you've been to Branson, but if not, it wouldn't be that long of a drive for you. The shows there are all family oriented and nearby Silver Dollar City is wonderful for kids. There is much to do in that area and they cater to families.
 

Stretch

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I haddn't thought of Branson that would be a good place ot go. I was there about 15 yrs ago and it was fun then. I forgot to mention that we were looking to try to get away in june as we have a bit of a slack time during that month between things for us. Do they have any special things going on then?
 

IL Rancher

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Depends on the kids Stretch but if you are going to be driving to Chicago you could also stop at the John Deere Pavillion in Moline( the Harvestor plant is also there, as in big old Combines). It has al the old tractors and stuff, and new ones.. A lot of kids just love that place.. Chicago... lots of things to do but I always lvoed the Shed Aquarium when I was a kid.. I would have a hard time keepingmy kids sitting still during shows somewhere... We area always thinking of vacation plans as well... Easier thining about them than going on them :cry:
 
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