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14 Fredericksburg Parent and Family • July 2014 6. buSCh GArdenS. More than 50 rides along with shows and concerts make this a park for all ages. 7. WAter CountrY uSA. state-of-the art water park offering pools and a variety of slides. 8. GreAt Wolf lodGe. no need to pla n around the rain! Check out this indoor family water park and resort which features other activities such as mini-golf and arcades. 9. KInGS domInIon. Virginia's only combined amusement and water park. season passes available. Military discounts and select free admission days. For the Beach Lovers 1. vIrGInIA beACh. Enjoy the beach and famed 3-mile boardwalk with opportunities for walking, bik- ing, rollerblading and stroller pushing. Grommet Island beach park and playground at the southernmost part of the boardwalk offers various accessible activities and play structures. 2. ChInCoteAGue ISlAnd. This island on the Eastern shore offers beaches, wildlife and wild ponies. Climb nearby assateague Island Lighthouse for an added adventure. For the History Buffs 3. hIStorIC trIAnGle. dress up in revo- lutionary garb in Colonial Williamsburg. Climb aboard one of three ships in Jamestown after walking through a replica powhatan Indian vil- lage. shop along the riverfront in yorktown. 4. ferrY fArm. George Washington's boy- hood home is situated along the rappahannock. The 2014 archaeology dig season runs week- days through July. Visitors are welcome to observe and ask questions. 5. mount vernon. Visit the plantation home of George Washington along the potomac river. Guests can tour the mansion, Washington's tomb and acres of the grounds. For the Thrill Seekers