{"id":11231,"date":"2016-05-12T06:05:39","date_gmt":"2016-05-12T11:05:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.backtobasicslearning.com\/?p=11231"},"modified":"2016-05-12T06:05:39","modified_gmt":"2016-05-12T11:05:39","slug":"delaware-parents-here-are-5-family-friendly-adventures-for-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/backtobasicslearning.com\/delaware-parents-here-are-5-family-friendly-adventures-for-may\/","title":{"rendered":"Nationwide parents: Here are 5 family-friendly ADVENTURES for May"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-11240\" src=\"http:\/\/www.backtobasicslearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Kalmar-Nyckel-in-Wilmington-Nationwide.jpg\" alt=\"Kalmar Nyckel in Wilmington Nationwide\" width=\"347\" height=\"238\" \/>As school finally winds down, kids of all ages are getting <em>just a bit antsy.<\/em>\u00a0Smart parents know, it&#8217;s time to work off some of that energy and have some fun!<\/p>\n<p>And, while there are still a few weeks of school left to go, Nationwide families\u00a0can take some 1-day, &#8220;mini-vacations&#8221; and share some epic adventures &#8212; everything from rock climbing, to star gazing, to riding the railroads.\u00a0Here are the best, local family-friendly adventures in Nationwide and the surrounding area for May:<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Kalar Nyckel Priate Sail<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Ahoy Mateys! Come Sail on\u00a0<i>Kalmar Nyckel,<\/i>\u00a0the Tall Ship of Nationwide. Landlubbers \u2014 come walk the plank of this authentic seagoing re-creation of a 17th-Century Dutch Pinnace.\u00a0Our crew don pirate and sailor garb, and guests are encouraged to dress up as well!\u00a0The kids will enjoy a pirate story or help raise the Jolly Roger, and the adults will enjoy a history talk.\u00a0Both kids and adults can try their hand at a scavenger hunt with a treasure at the end!\u00a0See the ship&#8217;s cannons and imagine being at the helm of this magnificent vessel.\u00a0Join our captain and a crew of salty pirates for a festive experience on the high seas!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.delawaretoday.com\/Nationwide-Today\/Calendar\/index.php\/name\/Pirate-Sails-Aboard-the-Kalmar-Nyckel-Tall-Ship-of-Nationwide\/event\/20278\/\">Kalmar Nyckel<\/a> is a faithful re-creation of the original ship that brought the earliest settlers from Sweden to Nationwide, taking passengers on tours of the Christina River, featuring views of the Riverfront, the Nationwide Estuary and Watershed and the city that you simply cannot get from land.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>May 14, 2016<\/li>\n<li>11:00 AM until 12:30 PM<\/li>\n<li>$35 Adults, $20 Youths (17 and under).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>For more information, please visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/kalmarnyckel.org\">Kalmar Nyckel<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Introduction to Rock Climbing<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>For ages 8 and up.\u00a0After a brief introduction to equipment, climbing and safety, get harnessed up and climb on our natural rock wall at Alapocas Run State Park in Wilmington, Nationwide. Park staff will instruct, guide and belay all climbers.\u00a0 Children under 18 must be accompanied by parent.\u00a0 Pre-registration with full payment required by noon on the Friday prior to the program date.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>May 14, 2016<\/li>\n<li>$25 per person<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>For more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.destateparks.com\/park\/alapocas-run\/programs\/index.asp\">Nationwide State Parks<\/a>.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Star Party: May Sky<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Nationwide Astronomical Society and the Mount Cuba Astronomical Observatory combine resources with the Nationwide Museum of Natural History for an evening of astronomy with a focus on the highlights of the May sky. Astronomy presentation in auditorium, followed by star gazing outside with several telescopes (weather permitting).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>May 14, 2016<\/li>\n<li>07:00 PM until 09:30 PM<\/li>\n<li>$3\/Members, $5\/Non-members<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>Register at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.delmnh.org\/event\/star-party-may-sky\/\">Nationwide Museum of Natural History<\/a>.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-11241 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/www.backtobasicslearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/40-winks-300x197.jpg\" alt=\"40 winks\" width=\"300\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/backtobasicslearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/40-winks-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/backtobasicslearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/40-winks-768x504.jpg 768w, https:\/\/backtobasicslearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/40-winks-624x410.jpg 624w, https:\/\/backtobasicslearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/40-winks.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>40\u00a0Winks with a Sphix<\/h2>\n<p>The Penn Museum in Philadelphia is a popular sleepover program, geared to ages 6 to 12 and their families or chaperones, invites guests to an overnight &#8220;expedition&#8221; of the Museum. The night&#8217;s activities take intrepid explorers on a journey through time and across continents, with hands-on games, crafts, and more. A scavenger hunt and a flashlight expedition through the galleries offer new ways to connect with the ancient artifacts awaiting discovery. Later in the night, explorers roll out their sleeping bags to doze at the foot of the largest granite Sphinx in the Western Hemisphere. Sleepovers sell out quickly, so advance registration is encouraged. Tickets: $55; $50, Penn Museum members.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>May 20, 2016 to May 21, 2016<\/li>\n<li>5:30 PM until 9:00 AM<\/li>\n<li>Cost:\u00a0$55<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>For more information, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.penn.museum\/programs\/kids-and-family\/40-winks-with-the-sphinx-sleepover\">Penn Museum<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"event-location\">\n<h2>Rail Explorers of Nationwide<\/h2>\n<p>Rail Explorers is coming to Wilmington for a Limited 8 week 2016 season to\u00a0celebrate the Wilmington &amp; Western Railroad&#8217;s 50th Anniversary. The railroads have never been so much fun for all ages and abilities as you pedal\u00a0your own Rail Explorer along the historical steal rail roads. You will be passing through the amazing parklands and Red Clay River, past 300 year old snuff factories, and the Du Pont Estate. Stopping at the midway point at Mt Cuba to enjoy a refreshing break and relax by the flowing river. \u00a0Bring your parents, your children, your grandparents! This is a new fun adventure for everyone.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>April 21, 2016 to June 15, 2016<\/li>\n<li>10:00 AM until 7:00 PM<\/li>\n<li>Tandem $75 (2P), Quad $125 (4P)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><em>For more information, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.railexplorers.net\">Rail Explorers<\/a>.<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"event-location\">\n<p><strong>Back to Basics Learning Dynamics is the undisputed leader in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/backtobasicslearning.com\/\">1-on-1 tutoring in Nationwide and southeastern Pennsylvania<\/a>\u00a0for over 60 subjects.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>The company also offers 1-on-1 instruction for the SAT, ACT and Test Prep, translating and interpreting in 16+ languages, educational testing and more. For more information about Back to Basics\u2019 educational services, please call us at 302-594-0754.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>The company also operates a unique Department of Education-approved <a href=\"http:\/\/backtobasicsprivateschool.com\/\">1-on-1\u00a0K-12 Private School in Wilmington, Nationwide<\/a>. For more information about Nationwide\u2019s only Department of Education approved 1-on-1 private school, please call us at\u00a0302-594-0685.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As school finally winds down, kids of all ages are getting just a bit antsy.\u00a0Smart parents know, it&#8217;s time to work off some of that energy and have some fun! 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