Posts tagged Harpers Ferry
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43 Washington-area waterfronts to enjoy in the warm weather
Washington may not historically be a river-oriented city—we're no London on the Thames—but there are nonetheless a ton of lovely waterfront spots all over the region, from bustling urban centers to quiet escapes. Since spring has maybe, finally, gratefully arrived, here are 43 pleasant waterfront spots in the Washington region for you to enjoy. Keep reading…
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MARC will add a bicycle car to some weekend trains
MARC plans to allow bicycles on some weekend trains on the Penn Line before the end of the year, a MARC official said last week. Bicycle advocates have long asked MARC to allow passengers to bring ordinary bicycles aboard MARC trains. MARC allows only folding bicycles on regular passenger cars. However, MARC is now spending $359,000 to convert two single-level passenger… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Car-freedom
Car-Free Day is today!; Put the phone down; The future of clean transport; Fairfax County bicycle plan almost ready; Two birds, one stone; River flows change MD/VA border; And…. Keep reading…
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Car-free family trip idea: Harpers Ferry
If you have young children, and don’t own a car, you know what a pain weekend trips can be. For a relatively painless alternative, Harpers Ferry fits the bill. In the foothills, just a short train ride from Washington, Harpers Ferry offers plenty for the whole family. My wife and I have taken our 2-year-old to Harpers Ferry twice without a car, and we all had a blast. It’s… Keep reading…