Eating out with your family can sometimes be pricey – we rounded up a list of the places where kids eat free, some every weekday or every day! Call each restaurant before visiting to ensure the deal is still valid. Restaurants often change their deals and menus. Local:Buckhead Pizza: Tuesdays with purchase of an adult entrée. Buckhead and Cobb Galleria. Doc Chey's Noodle House: Morningside: Mon.-Thurs. 3-6 p.m. and Grant Park: Sat. and Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Children eat free when guests use their registered “Karma Card” (one free kids' meal per adult entrée with beverage purchase). El Azteca: Tues. 5 p.m.-close with purchase of an adult entrée. Buckhead, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs and Milton. Fickle Pickle: Tues. 3-9 p.m. with purchase of an adult entrée. Roswell. Genki – Noodles & Sushi: Sundays. Buckhead, Sandy Springs and Virginia Highland. HOBNOB: Sun.-Thurs. 5-7 p.m. Atlanta. Holy Taco: Tuesdays with $20 minimum purchase per table. Two kids eat free per table. Atlanta. Imperial Fez: Sundays. Atlanta. Radial Café: Weekdays. Atlanta. Suburban Tap: Mondays with purchase of an adult entrée. Marietta. Tin Drum Asian Café: Saturdays and Sundays with purchase of an adult entrée. Dine in only. North Druid Hills, Lindbergh Plaza and Atlantic Station. Wahoo! Grill: Mon.-Fri. 5-6:30 p.m. Decatur. Williamson Bros. Barbeque: Mon.-Thurs. with purchase of a platter ($10.99 value) or more and a beverage. Canton location only. Yeah! Burger: Mondays with purchase of an adult entrée. Virginia Highland and West Midtown. Chains:Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar: Tues. 4-10 p.m. ($0.99 kids' meals). Two kids' meals per purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only. 36 Atlanta locations, call ahead to check participation. Barberitos: Varies by location, with purchase of an adult entrée. Buckhead: Mon. after 4 p.m. Roswell: Thursday and Sunday. Buford: Wed. after 4 p.m. and Sundays. BurgerFi: Kids eat free on Tuesdays with purchase of an adult meal. Chick-fil-A: Varies by location. Call ahead to check participation. Chicken Salad Chick: Every Tuesday through September 1: Kids eat free when they come dressed as their favorite superhero! (with purchase of the Chick Special). Denny's: Tues. and Sat. 4-10 p.m. Call ahead to check participation. Flying Biscuit: Candler Park and Midtown: Mon.-Thurs. 4-7 p.m. Brookhaven, Peachtree City, Terminus and Howell Mill: Mon.-Fri. all day with purchase of an adult entrée. Dine in only. IHOP: Every day 4-10 p.m. with purchase of an adult entrée. Moe's Original Barbeque: Midtown: Tues. after 5 p.m. with purchase of an adult entrée. Roswell: Mon. after 5 p.m. with purchase of an adult entrée. Carrollton: Mondays, kids eat for $1 with any adult purchase. Moe's Southwest Grill: Saturdays at these locations: Alpharetta, Windward Plaza; Alpharetta, Old Milton Parkway; Chamblee, Chamblee-Tucker Road; Atlanta, Auburn Avenue; Canton, Reinhardt College Parkway; Carrollton, South Highway; Fayetteville, GA Highway 85; Marietta, Johnson Ferry Road; Roswell, Shallowford Road. O'Charley's: Every day with purchase of an adult entrée. Ruby Tuesday: Tues. 5 p.m.-close with purchase of an adult entrée. Steak 'n Shake: Every day with printed website coupon. One kids' plate with every $9 spent. The post Yummy! Kids Eat Free Restaurants in Atlanta appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine.
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If you're looking for a ski experience within driving distance of Atlanta, North Carolina offers several ski resorts that'll satisfy the whole family, from beginners to super skiers. Before heading out, check snow conditions on each resort's website, although with snow machines at most of them you are likely to find powdery slopes from about late November to mid-March. Here are some popular ski spots to try: Appalachian Ski Mountain ResortStay in slopeside chalets here and learn to ski at the oldest Southeastern ski school, the French Swiss Ski College. With less steep slopes and the best snow-making capabilities, this is a favorite of families with younger children. North Carolina's only Zamboni-maintained outdoor ice rink is lighted for nighttime skating, and overlooks the Blue Ridge Mountains. Beech MountainThe highest ski resort in eastern North America has 95 acres for skiing and snowboarding, plus ice skating and snow tubing. Take lessons through the ski school to get the basics down. At the top of the resort is a glass restaurant/bar that offers wide panoramic of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The nearby Town of Beech Mountain has a free youth sledding hill (children 12 and under) that is open daily. Snow shoe rentals, ice skating and a snowtubing park offer ski alternatives. Accommodations include the hotel, rental cabins or condos. Cataloochee Ski AreaCatering to first time skiers, most of the trails here are easy to moderate. And, all but one has lights for nighttime skiing to extend the adventures. Overnight lodging is available in Maggie Valley, which is where families should rent ski equipment to avoid long lines at the mountain. Ski instruction is available, and the Snowsports School's adaptive program teaches those with disabilities how to ski. Sugar Mountain ResortLook for the Sugar Bear and Sweetie Bear mascots on the slopes or around the property. This is a sure sign of a kid-friendly resort! Instruction is offered in a huge variety of formats, and there are more trails and skiable acres here than any other NC property. The resort also hosts an array of tours and events for kids and families, including the annual winter SugarFest, featuring demos, live music, fireworks, Olympic athletes and more. Lodging options range from hotels to rental homes and condos. Wolf RidgeThis low key resort offers a ski school for kids and adults, with instruction in both skiing and snowboarding. Fifteen ski runs, plus a freestyle terrain park means there are challenges at every level. The lodge area offers rocking chairs in front of fireplaces for warming up apres ski. Townhome rentals on top of the mountain are close to an enclosed heated swimming pool. – Dalia Faupel The post Insider's Guide to North Carolina Ski Resorts appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine. Is it chilly out? Or maybe it's raining? Don't let the weather torpedo your kids' wish for water play! Visit one of metro Atlanta's top notch indoor water parks or pools. Or, road trip to some splashy destinations a short drive away. Indoor Water ParksBethesda Park Aquatic Center: Hop on a giant water slide that curves out of the building and back in for a big finish! Float on the lazy river, swim in the pool and conquer the play structure with dunking buckets. Lawrenceville. Bogan Park Aquatic Center: An indoor leisure pool with a beach entry features a giant water slide and water play structures. Buford. South Cobb Aquatic Center: Splash down the spiraling enclosed slide, slip through the yellow tube slide and into the water for a lazy river float. Open swim hours are available daily. Austell. Indoor PoolsGoldfish Swim School: Family Swim times are offered weekday afternoons in the 90 degree pool, and are open to the public for a small fee. Johns Creek. Mountain View Aquatic Center: Take a dip during open swim times in a heated competition length or instructional pool, open to adults and children. Closed Sunday. Marietta. Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation and Aquatic Center: The city of Atlanta's first zero-entry indoor pool is inside the newly opened natatorium, which honors Dr. King's love of swimming. The facility also has a climbing wall, indoor walking/jogging track and a gym. Downtown. City of Atlanta Aquatic Facilities: These city of Atlanta aquatic facilities each have two indoor heated pools. Check for open swim schedules. Seaventures: A 90-degree salt water pool opens to the public one Saturday afternoon a month. Check with the venue for upcoming dates. Alpharetta. Splashy Road TripsThe Great Wolf Lodge: An indoor waterpark with twisty slides and pools is the main attraction here. Activity choices include a water fort tree house, individual and multi-person slides, and pools with aqua basketball, floats and more. Concord, NC. NOTE: A second LaGrange location opens May 2018. Splash in the Boro: During the water park's off season (September-May), two pools are covered with an inflatable heated dome and heated. Visit on Saturdays for Family Fun Swim, including diving board use. Statesboro. Wild Bear Falls at Westgate Smokey Mountain Resort: The largest indoor water park resort in the South features a lazy river and multiple slides. Kids will love the giant treehouse feature with spray elements and a massive splash bucket. Gatlinburg, TN Always check with each facility's web site for schedule changes or seasonal closings before heading out. The post Get Splashed: Indoor Water Parks and Pools Around Atlanta appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine. Spend time with your baby or toddler making music, being artistic, connecting with nature or staying active. Atlanta's museums and attractions introduce kids to fun and educational environments at an early age. Museums and Attractions for Babies and ToddlersChildren's Museum of Atlanta Interactive Neighborhood for Kids, Inc. Center for Puppetry Arts LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta History Center Marietta Museum of History Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History The DeKalb History Center Southeastern Railway Museum Atlanta Botanical Garden-Gainesville Location TinyTowne Local Libraries Decatur Toy Park Grandma Snazzy Storytime – Kids have been enjoying Grandma Snazzy's songs and stories at the Crabapple Kroger in Alpharetta for years. She holds them three times a week (Monday, Thursday and Friday at 10am) and at the end, kids get to color and have a snack. Bookstores – Atlanta is crawling with books stores-some local and some national chains. Bringing toddlers to book stores, especially when they have dedicated story times, is always a fun activity. Check out our list of favorites. Fernbank Museum of Natural History The Georgia Aquarium The Alliance Theatre Art Classes for Babies and ToddlersThe High Museum of Art Hudgens Center for Arts and Learning Popadoodle Abrakadoodle The Art Barn at Morning Glory Farm Seven Arts Center Michaels Home Depot: Kids Workshop Purple Elephant Affairs Nature Classes for Babies and ToddlersAutrey Mill Nature Preserve Smith-Gilbert Gardens Atlanta Botanical Garden Zoo Atlanta North Georgia Zoo and Petting Farm Dunwoody Nature Center Fitness and Gymnastics for Babies and ToddlersSky Zone HippoHop Sparkles Family Fun Center Jump Start Gymnasium The Little Gym Champion Kids Oh Baby! Fitness Fit4Mom: Stroller Strides and Stroller Barre Superior Play Systems Atlanta Ballet Centre Swim Classes for Babies and ToddlersAqua-Tots Swim Schools Dynamo Swim Club Goldfish Swim School SeaVentures Music Classes for Babies and ToddlersKindermusik The Learning Groove The Music Class Gymboree Play & Music Firehouse Guitars and Music Bach to Rock The post 60+ Best Baby and Toddler Activities in Atlanta appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine. Here are our favorite Atlanta pizza places to enjoy crispy crust, mouth-watering cheeses and perfectly-cooked toppings. Whether it's old-world Italian style or New York style, these spots create the best pies in the city. AmmazzaAmmazza Edgewood offers an eclectic variety of wood fire oven pizzas and a wide selection of toppings, some that you won't find anywhere else. They even have edible glitter, what kid wouldn't love this spread on a pizza? The restaurant pays homage to Neapolitan pizza, but makes mozzarella in house and buys produce and meat locally. 591 Edgewood Ave. SE, Atlanta Antico PizzaThe open-air patio has a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Italian flavors such as San Gennaro or Margherita are baked in large brick ovens and are fresh and crispy when delivered to the table. There is even a gelato shop next door, a perfect incentive for kids to behave during dinner. Atlanta and Alpharetta Athens PizzaThis family-owned Greek restaurant has been around since 1966, and serves up some very flavorful pizzas. They have a great children's menu with six-inch pizza, pasta or calzone options. Any vegetable topping is extremely fresh and if you are a fan of Greek salads, they serve some of the best. 1341 Clairmont Rd A, Decatur Blue Moon PizzaBlue Moon starts with fresh, made-daily dough, then piles on tasty toppings. Blue Moon Pizza servers are trained to be on the lookout for the arrival of tiny diners, who are immediately served a plate of pizza dough so they can make their own dough creation. When the creation is ready, servers take it away to bake into a mini masterpiece. The children's menu features a cheese or pepperoni pizza with small soda and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Smyrna and Marietta Galla's PizzaBest known for its “Buffalo Style” pizza, this joint is worth a visit. The signature square slices offer a pleasant departure from the usual pizzeria fare, and they offer a wide selection of Italian dishes. Galla's even has an “oil base” option for kids who don't like tomato sauce. The Italian doughnuts and classic cannolis on the dessert menu are also sure to catch their appetites. Chamblee, Dunwoody and Norcross Varuni NapoliChef Luca Varuni brings his Italian heritage and Neapolitan training to Midtown with this pizza place. The wide-open kitchen lets the kids see pizza chefs at work-tossing the dough in the air and covering the pizza with colorful toppings. 1540 Monroe Dr. NE, Atlanta Vintage PizzeriaThe pizza is flavor-packed and the restaurant offers options such as the Carmen's Own and The Vintage. The Dunwoody location will open soon allowing for even more pizza munching. Friends and Family Nights are Mondays and Tuesdays for $4 off any large cheese pizza. In the evenings, they seat families more to one side of the restaurant, and this side is loud and family friendly. Milton and Chamblee Varasano's PizzeriaThese pies bring you straight to Italy-the crust is thin, crispy and flash baked in the pizza oven for authentic flavor. The owner traveled far and wide to find the perfect pizza recipe, and even details the cooking process on his website. The restaurant also serves a children's pasta option, if the kids aren't feeling pizza. 2171 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta Your PieGet ready to choose your own flavor adventure at Your Pie, a fast-casual pizza eatery. The highly customized, hand-tossed personal pizza, or “pie,” is baked inside an Italian brick oven right in front of your eyes. Kids will love choosing their own toppings and having gelato after dinner. Multiple Atlanta locations More picks:Amalfi Pizza Cameli's Sapori Di Napoli Campania Pizzeria Napoletana No. 246 Fellini's FRITTI LaBella's Pizzeria Marietta Pizza Company Rosa's Pizza The post 15+ Atlanta Pizza Places Kids Will Love appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine. Find the perfect overnight summer camp for your child with our guide to those in metro Atlanta, Georgia, the Southeast, and beyond. The right overnight summer camp can be close to home in Georgia or an adventure across the country. Join us at Atlanta Parent's Camp Expo at North Point Mall this Saturday, January 27, 2018 and Perimeter Mall on March 3, 2018. Atlanta Parent's Camp Expo is your chance to meet overnight camp counselors and leaders face-to-face and gather information or pick your favorite on the spot. Learn more about what makes Atlanta Parent the expert on summer camps by visiting our Camp tab or Camp Expo page. Our camp directory section includes hundreds of camps to choose from with even more helpful information. How will your child make lasting summer memories? Camp registration is under way, so check out these summer overnight camps your kids will love. [Featured Overnight Camps] Riverview Camp for GirlsAdventure, inspiration, character and confidence building await you in Mentone, Alabama atop beautiful Lookout Mountain where there is a camp community full of fun, friends and adventure. Swing from a zip line, dress in the colors of your tribe, and try activities like archery, horseback riding or canoeing. Deer Run CampsBy attending Deer Run Overnight or Family Camps, campers develop in their faith, experience great adventures and form strong bonds with peers. Everyday distractions, stresses and technology are removed, so campers can connect with others. YMCA Camp OcoeeActivities such as archery, mountain biking, horseback riding, high ropes and more are a staple in the daily activities at Camp Ocoee. Kids enjoy water sports on Lake Ocoee including canoeing, water skiing and stand up paddleboards. YMCA Camp GreenvilleFor over 100 years, Y Camp Greenville's “magic on the mountain” has provided a lifetime of memories for 5-18-year-old boys and girls in a unique mountain-top setting. Our overnight adventure camp offers a well-balanced schedule of activities to suit the interests of any camper. Camp Juliette LowPlatform tents, outdoor adventure, traditional camping, fun and friendship! For nearly 100 years, Camp Juliette Low (CJL) has been providing girls with outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, independence, teamwork, and leadership. SOAR Summer Adventures CampUnlike a traditional summer camp, SOAR exclusively serves youth and young adults with learning and attention challenges. All of SOAR's camps are outdoor-adventure based where campers experience a variety of activities such as surfing, lama trekking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, horseback riding and canoeing. Valley View Ranch Equestrian CampIs your daughter horse crazy? At Valley View Ranch girls get their own horse to care for and ride the entire time they are at camp. This includes grooming, tacking and cleaning the horse stable. Cub Creek Science CampImagine a camp that is also a private, interactive zoo with over 300 animals, where you can adopt and care for your favorite animal for a week. Lemurs, foxes, porcupines, llamas and miniature horses are just a few of those adoptable animals! Overnight camps listed below by State: Georgia Overnight Camps Alabama Overnight CampsCamp Chandler-YMCA. Montgomery. Co-ed, ages 5-16. Three- and four-day sessions. One-week and multiple-week sessions. Water skiing, horseback riding, swimming, archery, sports and more. 334-229-0035. Camp Cosby-YMCA. Alpine. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Three-day and one-week sessions. Over 20 activities: horseback riding, minibikes, archery, tubing, wakeboarding, the blob, and Alpine tower. Expedition adventure trips. ACA accredited. 800-852-6729. Camp Laney for Boys. Mentone. Boys, ages 7-14. One (ages 7-9) and two-week sessions. Ropes course, horseback riding, canoeing, riflery, archery, tennis, mountain biking and team sports. ACA accredited. 256-634-4066. Camp Skyline. Mentone. Girls, ages 6-16. One- to two-week sessions. Located on top of Lookout Mountain. Campers select six from more than 20 different activities. Founded 1947. 800-448-9279. Camp Winnataska. Pell City. Co-ed, ages 6-15. Three day- and one-week sessions. Sailing, kayaking, paintball courses, arts and crafts, archery, the blob, riflery, ropes courses and so much more. 205-640-6741. Chef Tech Academy. Auburn University. Co-ed, grades 6-12. One-week sessions. Nutrition, exercise, food safety, math and science in cooking, kitchen skills and effective written and verbal communication skills. They'll have fun while learning. 404-287-7323. Extreme Military Challenge. Battleground. Co-ed, ages 13-18. Two- to six-week sessions. Providing thousands of teenagers the opportunity to experience the military lifestyle through realistic and challenging programs. 855-962-2267. Lookout Mountain Camp for Boys. Mentone. Boys, ages 7-15. Two-, four-, six- and eight-week sessions. Traditional camp with activities such as: water sports, fly fishing, canoeing, zip line, archery. 256-634-4758. Lyman Ward Summer School Program. Camp Hill. Boys, grades 9-12 academic program; ages 10-18 adventure camp and military leadership camp. Four-week session academic program and one-week adventure camp sessions. Academic program includes on-campus and evening activities and weekend outings. Adventure Camp includes rafting, caving, repelling, swimming, hiking and more. 256-675-6269. Riverview Camp for Girls. Mentone. Ages 6-16. One-and two-week sessions. Enjoy extraordinary experiences everyday! Located atop Lookout Mountain. Traditional program offering more than 25 activities including horseback riding, ropes course, tennis, gymnastics, canoeing and more. 800-882-0722. Space Camp. Huntsville. Co-ed, ages 9-18. Overnight week-long sessions (ages 9-18) and family weekend camps (ages 7+). Way beyond fun at Space Camp, Aviation Challenge and Robotics Camp. 800-637-7223. Florida Overnight CampsCamp Dovewood. O'Brien. Girls, ages 7-16. One- to two-week sessions. Christian based, horse-focused, English, Western and dressage riding, overnight trips, swimming, dance and more than 24 activities. ACA and CHA accredited. 386-935-0863. Camp Kulaqua. High Springs. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One-week sessions. Bible adventure, archery, canoeing, gymnastics, horsemanship, go-carts and zoo management. 386-454-1351. Camp Warrior. Monticello. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One-, two-, four- and ten- week sessions. Traditional camp with scuba, ATV, high-ropes, riding, extreme skateboarding, wakeboarding and more. ACA Accredited. 850-926-3361. Camp Winona-YMCA. Deleon Springs. Co-ed, ages 6-16. One- to three- week sessions. Traditional camp with archery, canoeing, ropes course, sailing, paintball and more. 386-985-4544. Circle “F” Dude Ranch Camp. Lake Wales. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Ten-day session. Two- and three-week sessions. Horseback riding, sailing, paintball, waterfront double zip line with rock climbing wall and more. 863-676-4113. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Summer Camps. Daytona Beach. Co-ed, ages 12-18. One- and two-week sessions. Students explore areas of flight, space, engineering, cyber security, and radar through hands-on sessions. 386-226-7945. Everglades Youth Conservation Camp. West Palm Beach. Co-ed, grades 3-8. One-week sessions. Operated by Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission. Outdoor skills, ecology, wildlife encounters, fishing, archery, mud hikes, canoeing and more. 561-624-6929. Florida Film Academy. Orlando, Tampa, St. Augustine. Co-ed, ages 11-18. One-week sessions. Beginner to Advanced Filmmaking, Photography, Journalism & Movie Make Up & Special FX camps for kids and teens. 407-654-8400. Florida Prep Academy. Melbourne. Co-ed, grades 6-12. Four-week sessions. Students engage in a fun and challenging schedule of academics and activities. 321-723-3211. IMG Academies. Bradenton. Co-ed, ages 8-18. One-, three- and five-week sessions. Instructional programs offered in tennis, golf, soccer, baseball, basketball, hockey and performance training. 941-755-1000. National Flight Academy. Pensacola. Co-ed, grades 5-12. Up to six-day sessions. Immersive, educational environment inspiring students to take an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in an aviation-themed adventure aboard a simulated land-locked aircraft carrier. 877-552-3632. Seacamp. Big Pine Key. Co-ed, ages 10-17. One- to two-week sessions. Marine science, scuba, sailing, wind surfing and more. 877-732-2267. SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Adventure Camps. Orlando and Tampa Bay. Co-ed, grades 5-college. Two, four, five and seven-week sessions. Amazing up-close animal encounters from belugas to giraffes, plus everything the parks have to offer. 866-468-6226. Wellspring Florida Melbourne. Co-ed, ages 10-26. Four-week session. Fun, scientific weight loss camps for teens. Beach and Disney World visits along with individualized therapy sessions. 1-866-364-0808. Georgia Overnight CampsAthens “Y” Camp for Boys/Camp Chattooga for Girls. Tallulah Falls. Ages 7-16. One- and multi-week sessions. All sports, zip line, lake activities and more. Outdoor adventure program for older campers. Boys: 706-754-6912; girls: 706-754-3329. Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 11 and older. Two- and five-week sessions. Intensive resident courses available to intermediate and advance students in ballet, jazz, modern and contemporary. Resident options available. Commuters welcome. Audition required. 404-873-5811, ext. 150. Atlanta Resident Camp. Lake Allatoona. Co-ed, ages 8-12. One-week sessions. Canoeing, team building and hiking and environmental education through the City of Atlanta. Open to Atlanta residents and non-residents. 404-546-6881. Atlanta Track Club. Rome. Co-ed camp for runners, grades 7-12. One-week session, July 23-28. Meet Olympian Amy Begley, take your training to the next level and explore the trails of scenic Berry College. Get instruction from Atlanta Track Club Elite, nutrition advice and more. 404-231-9064. Atlanta Workshop Players Summer Performing Arts Camp. Oglethorpe University. Co-ed, ages 8-18. One- and two-week sessions. TV/film acting, theatre, dance, musical theatre and performances, audition for top agents and casting directors. Make movies, earn IMDB credits and perform in live variety show. 770-998-8111. Calvin Center. Hampton. Co-ed, grades 1-12. Weekly overnight and day camp sessions. Christian camping since 1960. Residential camping, adventure and horse camps. High School Leadership. ACA accredited. 770-946-4276. Camp Barney Medintz. Cleveland. Co-ed, ages 8-16. Two- and four-week sessions. Aquatics, horseback, sports, high adventure, creative and performing arts and more. Jewish values. 678-812-3844. Camp Blue Ridge. Mountain City. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Two-week session. 55 elective-style activities in the areas of athletics, aquatics, outdoor adventure and cultural arts. 954-665-8686. Camp Chehaw. Albany. Co-ed, 8-14. One-week sessions. Campers will participate in outdoor activities like canoeing, archery, nature hikes, survival skills and even sleep in a real teepee. 229-430-5275. Camp Cherokee. White. Co-ed, grades 2-12. Three-, five-day session and one-week session. Christian camp on Lake Allatoona with canoeing, arts and crafts, Bible study, white water rafting and more. Also offers day camp. 678-848-5739. Camp Dixie. Clayton. Co-ed, ages 6-15. One-, two-, four- and seven week sessions. Traditional camp with sports, water activities, arts and more. 678-701-3052. Camp Fire Camp Toccoa. Toccoa. Co-ed, grades 1-12. One-week sessions. Campers reconnect with nature in a fun, noncompetitive environment. Horseback, ropes, canoeing, archery and more. ACA accredited. 706-886-2457. Camp Juliette Low. Lookout Mountain. Girls, ages 7-17. One- and two- week sessions. Traditional camping and outdoor adventure, fun and friends since 1922. On beautiful Lookout Mountain in Northwest Georgia. 770-428-1062. Camp New Dawn. Chickamauga. Co-ed, ages 6-18. Three-day and one-week sessions. Traditional camp activities such as crafts, photography, swimming, sports and animal care. Adventure outdoor camp, civil war camp and multi-sports camp available. 706-539-2235. Camp Strong4Life. Winder. Co-ed, ages 9-11. July 23-28. Zip lining, rock climbing, cooking challenges, boating and fun. Kids struggling with their weight receive the support they need to get healthier. 404-785-7228. Camp Westminster. Conyers. Co-ed, ages 6-17. One-, two-, three-, four- and seven-week sessions. Wakeboarding, horseback riding, climbing tower, paintball, sports, crafts, outdoor skills and more. Camp Woodmont. Lookout Mountain. Co-ed, ages 6-14. One- and two-week sessions. Deep-seeded traditions and close family atmosphere. High ropes, horseback, sports, dance, crafts, archery and more! ACA accredited. 423-472-6070. Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Summer Camps. Mansfield. Co-ed, ages 10-16. One-week sessions. Choose from many camp programs including outdoor adventure teen challenge, conservation education, gardening, CEWC wilderness survival and shooting sports. Also offers day camp. 770-784-3059. Cohutta Springs Youth Camp. Crandall. Co-ed, ages 7-18. One-week sessions. Archery, basketball, biking, canoeing, creative arts, drama, golf, gymnastics, horsemanship, nature, rock climbing, sports, videography, water sports. 706-602-7346. Darlington Summer Camps. Rome. Co-ed and single gender, ages 6-18. One- and two-week sessions. Summer Scholars Program. Specialty Sports Camps include soccer, tennis, lacrosse, fencing and more. 800-368-4437. Emagination Computer Camp. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 8-18. Two-week sessions. Video game design, web design, 3-D animation. Build robots and RC Cars. Explore programming. Sports and recreation. 877-248-0206. Encore Music Camps. Morrow and Milledgeville. Co-ed, ages 10-16. Orchestra Camp and Choir Camp, July 9-13. Band Camp, June 25-29. A musical experience with rehearsals and master classes, with a blend of recreational activities. Camp closes with concert performances. Band: 678-643-7766.; Orchestra: 404-988-1245. Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta – All Girl Resident Camps. Cobb, Meriwether and Floyd Counties. Girls, grades K-12. One-week and multi-day sessions. Get in touch with your artistic side, zip line through the air, explore the trails on horseback and learn to sail in the summer sun. 770-702-9103. Glisson Camp & Retreat Center. Dahlonega. Co-ed, grades 2-12. Six-day and ten-day sessions. Glisson, affiliated with the United Methodist Church, offers many exciting camp experiences, including traditional, outdoor adventure, and special needs programs. 706-864-6181. ID Tech Camps. Emory University. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One- and two-week sessions. Build apps, design video games, build websites, robots, print 3D models and more. Also 2-week sessions for ages 13-18 at iD Tech Academies. 408-871-3700. Linda's Riding School. Conyers. Co-ed, ages 7 and older. One- and two-week sessions. Each camper has their own horse for the entire session, covered arena, trails and lessons daily. Show at the end of the week for parents. Day camp also offered. 770-922-0184. National Computer Camps. Atlanta-Oglethorpe. Co-ed, ages 6-18. One- and two- week sessions. Video game design, computer programming, networking, web design, software applications, minecraft and modding. Optional sports program. 203-710-5771. NGA Youth Music & Worship Arts Camp. Reinhardt University. Co-ed, grades 7-12. One-week session. Campers select a class to attend each day of camp. Classes include beginning guitar, dance, hand bells, harp ensemble, praise team and more. The daily schedule is a balance of learning, fun, fellowship and spiritual formation. Overnight Teen Camp. Cleveland. Co-ed, ages 12-16. July 26-29. Christ-centered learning experience through hands on animal interaction. Learn about animal diet, vet care and enrichment for animals at the zoo. 706-348-7279. Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School. Rabun Gap. Co-ed, ages 5-12. One- to four-week sessions. Share athletics, arts and outdoor activities, as well as communal worship and individual free time. 706-746-7467. Riverside Military Academy. Gainesville. Boys, grades 7-12. One- to eight-week sessions. High Adventure Camp. Test physical endurance, explore area rivers, hike in Blue Ridge Mountains, learn rafting, rappelling, marksmanship and leadership skills. 800-462-2338. Savannah College of Art & Design. Atlanta, Savannah and Hong Kong. Co-ed, grades 9-12. One- and two- week sessions. Explore new avenues of artistic expression and inspire your imagination at the university for creative careers. University credit courses available. 912-525-5100. Sports Broadcasting Camp. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 10-18. One-week sessions. Overnight or day. Learn from the pros. Make reporting, play-by-play and sports anchor tapes. Meet celebrities and more. 800-319-0884. Strong Rock Camp. Cleveland. Co-ed, grades 1-11. One- and two-week sessions. Horseback riding, canoeing, archery, riflery, climbing, art, drama and more. Christian family values. 706-348-1533. Summer Institute for the Gifted. Emory University. Co-ed, ages 9-17. Three-week session, residential/commuter options. Programs for gifted, creative and academically talented youth. Choose from a wide variety of courses taught in humanities, math, science, technology, multi-disciplinary, visual and performing arts, and fitness and recreation. 866-303-4744. Sunburst Adventure Camp. Clarksville. Co-ed, ages 8-15. One- week sessions for nine-weeks. Horseback riding, swimming, the blob, boating, ropes course, zip line and more. 803-629-6200. University of Georgia Youth Programs. Athens. Co-ed, ages 11-17. One-week sessions. Summer Academy with specialty overnight or day camps and Pre-College Summer Programs for rising high school juniors and seniors. 706-542-3537. Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp. Cloudland. Girls, ages 8-17. One – to eight-week sessions. 600 acres, English and Western, vaulting, barrels and ten miles of trails. Spend 4-6 hours daily with your own camp horse. CHA instructors. 706-862-2231. WinShape Camps. Cleveland, Cohutta Springs, Mt. Berry, Young Harris. Boys and girls camps. Completed grades 1-12. One- and two-week sessions. We're paying 50 percent for first-time campers to experience the summer of a lifetime! Created by the founder of Chick-fil-A. 844-972-2677. Mississippi Overnight CampsCamp Stanislaus. Bay St. Louis. Co-ed, ages 8-15. One-week sessions. Multi-week sessions available. Traditional camp that provides a non-competitive environment. Activities include: skiing, sailing, basketball, soccer, football and more. 228-467-9057×277. North Carolina Overnight CampsBlue Star Camps. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Three-, four- and seven-week sessions. ACA accredited. Jewish values. 828-692-3591. Camp Cedar Cliff. Asheville. Co-ed, rising grades 2-10. One- and two-week sessions. Christ-centered camp with traditional summer camp activities. 828-450-3331. Camp Cheerio-YMCA. Glade Valley. Separate co-ed and all girls camp offered, ages 7-15. One- and two-week sessions. Two programs: traditional overnight camp and adventure tripping program. 800-226-7496. Camp Greystone. Tuxedo. Girls, grades 1-11. One- to four-week sessions. More than 80 activities, Christ-centered. 828-693-3182. Camp Hanes. Sauratown Mountain. Co-ed, ages 6-15. One, two and three week sessions. Canoeing, hiking, rappelling, arts and crafts, sports and more. 336-983-3131. Camp High Rocks. Cedar Mountain. Boys, grades 1-10. Two-, three- and four-week sessions. Traditional camp focusing on adventure in a non-competitive atmosphere. 828-885-2153. highrocks.com Camp Highlander. Mills River. Co-ed, ages 5-16. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Traditional in-camp activities and challenging off-camp excursions. Features Wilderness Program. ACA accredited. 828-891-7721. Camp Hollymont for Girls. Asheville. Ages 6-15. Thirteen-day sessions. Recreational adventure and program activities. Christian. ACA accredited. 828-686-5343. Camp Kanata-YMCA. Wake Forest. Co-ed, ages 6-15. One-week sessions. Traditional YMCA camp setting. Activities include archery, hiking, creative arts and water activities on 15-acre lake. 919-556-2661. Camp Kanuga. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 7-18. Four-day, nine-day and thirteen-day overnight camp sessions. Christian setting. Expedition and Christian Leadership development programs available. ACA accredited for over 40 years. 828-692-9137. Camp Lurecrest. Lake Lure. Co-ed, rising grades 3-12. One-week sessions. Lake tubing, canoeing, high ropes activities, swimming, fishing, paintball and more. Christian setting. 704-841-2701. Camp Merri-Mac for Girls. Black Mountain. Ages 6-16. Two- and four-week sessions. Sister camp to Camp Timberlake. Riding, diving, gymnastics, climbing, kayaking, tennis, dance and more. 828-669-8766. Camp Mondamin for Boys/Green Cove for Girls. Tuxedo. Boys and girls, ages 6-17. One-, two-, three- and five-week sessions. Rock-climbing, whitewater canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, horseback, swimming, sailing, tennis, wilderness trips and more. 800-688-5789. mondamin.com Camp Pinewood. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 7-15. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Offers more than 28 different sports and activities. Extensive waterfront program. Two and a half hours from Atlanta. 828-692-6239. Camp Ridgecrest for Boys and Camp Crestridge for Girls. Ridgecrest. Ages 7-16. One- to four-week sessions. Traditional camp activities, archery, riflery, horseback riding, sports and more. 828-669-8051. Camp Rockmont for Boys. Black Mountain. Boys, ages 6-16. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Variety of recreational adventures and program activities. Christian boys camp. ACA accredited. 828-686-3885. Camp Sea Gull for Boys/Seafarer for Girls-YMCA. Arapahoe. Ages 7-16. Two- and four-week sessions. Seamanship programs for all skill levels. ACA and US Sailing Accredited. Sea Gull: 252-249-1111; Seafarer: 252-249-1212. Camp Tekoa. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 8-17. One-week session. Packed full of high energy activities including boating, swimming, zip lines, the mud pit, slip n' slide, s'mores and more. Staff will lead you in faith formation throughout the week as you see God move in your life. 828-692-6516. Camp Timberlake for Boys. Black Mountain. Ages 7-16. Two- and four-week sessions. Brother camp to Camp Merri-Mac. Backpacking, riflery, swimming, canoeing, wrestling, riding, paintball, fencing, ropes course and more. 828-669-8766. Camp Wayfarer. Flat Rock. Co-ed, ages 6-16. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Outdoor sports, arts, water sports, outdoor adventures and Christian life. 828-696-9000. Camp Weaver-YMCA. Greensboro. Co-ed, grades 2-10. One-week sessions. Multi-week sessions available. Horseback riding, skateboard park, canoeing, iceberg, the blob, hiking, crafts and more. 336-697-0525. Deep Woods Camp. Brevard. Boys, ages 9-14. Four-, five-, nine- and ten- week sessions. Outdoor wilderness adventure program. 828-885-2268. Duke Summer Camps. Durham. Co-ed, grades 5-11. One- and two-week sessions. Action Science Camp for Young Women. Girls, grades 5-7; Young Writers Camp. Co-ed, grades 6-11. Two-week sessions. Outdoor wilderness adventure program. 919-684-6259. Eagle's Nest Camp. Pisgah Forest. Co-ed, ages 6-17. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Activities include: art, music, drama, whitewater paddling, rock climbing, wilderness activities, horseback riding, athletics and swimming. 828-877-4349. Falling Creek Camp. Tuxedo. Boys, ages 6-16. One- to four-week sessions. Canoeing, rock climbing, tennis, horseback riding and more. 828-692-0262. Green River Preserve. Cedar Mountain. Co-ed, grades rising 2-12. Expedition trips grades rising 9-12. Trailblazers grades 12-college freshman. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Non-competitive, co-ed summer camp connecting children to nature. Hiking trips, mountain biking, canoeing, fly fishing, visual arts, theater, fencing and more. ACA accredited. 828-698-8828. Pepperland Music Camp. Murphy. Co-ed, ages 9-16. One-week sessions. Bands, private lessons and jamming, bonfires, swimming and open mic nights. All levels of musical experience welcome. 828-494-2353. Rockbrook Camp for Girls. Brevard. Girls, ages 6-16. Two-, three- and four-week sessions. Traditional camp offering horseback riding, adventure, crafts and more. Est. 1921. ACA accredited. 828-884-6151. Skyland Camp for Girls. Clyde. Girls, ages 6-16. Nine-, eighteen- and thirty-six-day sessions. Horseback riding, musical theater, tennis, archery, crafts and more. Skyland campers learn sportsmanship and the importance of teamwork, confidence, self-expression and leadership skills. 828-627-2470. The Vineyard. Westfield. Co-ed, ages 6-16. One-week sessions. Multi-week available. Christian sports camp with 40 activities including body building, lacrosse, golf and crafts. 336-351-2070. South Carolina Overnight CampsCamden Military Adventure Camp. Camden. Boys, rising grades 9-12. Three-week session. Academic classes for high school credit and adventure camp fun. 800-948-6291. Camp Chatuga. Mountain Rest. Co-ed, ages 6-16. One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions plus three-day mini-camp. Established in 1956. Second-generation, family owned and ACA-accredited. 864-638-3728. Camp Greenville-YMCA. Cleveland. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One- and two-week sessions. Traditional, adventure, wilderness and leadership programs for young people, since 1912. 864-836-3291. Camp Thunderbird-YMCA. Lake Wylie. Co-ed, ages 7-16. One- and two- week sessions. Activities include: wake sports, sailing, swimming, horseback riding, sports, crafts and more. ACA accredited. 800-732-3855. Clemson University's Youth Learning Institute. Five South Carolina locations. Co-ed, ages 6-17. One-week sessions. Six camps including traditional, marine science, wildlife, adventure expeditions and excursions and technology. 864-878-1041. International Junior Golf Academy. Hilton Head Island. Co-ed, ages 9-19. One- and multi-week sessions. Daily instruction with PGA professionals, which includes full swing, chipping, putting, sand play, mental training and video analysis. 843-686-1504. Tennessee Overnight CampsCamp MaryMount. Nashville. Separate sessions for boys and girls, grades 1-11. One- to three- week sessions. Campers develop new friendships and learn to work and play effectively as a group – all in a carefree and timeless setting. 615-799-0410. Camp Ocoee-YMCA. Lake Ocoee. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One- week sessions. Traditional Wilderness program ages 7-15, Teen Leadership Program ages 16-17. Staff to camper ratio of 1:4. 423-338-5588. Camp Walkabout at The Baylor School. Chattanooga. Co-ed, ages 8-16. One- and two-week sessions. Outdoor adventure camp featuring climbing, canoeing, camping, paddleboarding, caving, kayaking and more. New experiences and new friends. 423-267-8506 ext. 827. Camp Widjiwagan. Antioch. Co-ed, ages 7-16. One-week sessions. Overnight and Equestrian Camps are the heart and soul of the summer camp experience. The Widji Jam Camp, Doctor Who Fully-Themed Camp, and the Voyager Village for first-time overnight campers. 615-360-2267. Cedar Lake Camp. Livingston. Co-ed, ages 8-14. One-week sessions. Fun activities such as swimming, canoeing, hiking, archery, shooting BB guns, zip line and more. Multi-sibling and multi-week discounts available. 931-823-5656. Deer Run Camps & Retreats. Thompson's Station. Co-ed, completed grades 3-12. One- and two-week sessions. Zip line adventures, giant swing, climbing tower, paintball, archery, lake activities, small group Bible study, nightly speaker, worship. Specialty track choices: fishing, wilderness skills, drama, percussion and more. Discover strengths, explore adventures, forge friendships, complete challenges. 888-794-2918. Doe River Gorge. Hampton. Co-ed, rising 3-12. One-week sessions. Adventure, worship and Bible teaching. Wilderness, equestrian, water sports and outdoor sportsman emphasis. 423-725-4010. Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont. Townsend. Co-ed, ages 5-17. One-week sessions. Summer youth adventures create space for discovery, personal development and opportunities to unplug and explore. McCallie Sports Camp. Chattanooga. Boys, ages 9-14. Two-week sessions. Boys play in team and individual sports daily. Excursions include paintball, rafting and Atlanta Braves baseball. World-class facilities. 423-493-5886. Smoky Mountain Adventure Camp. Cosby. Co-ed, ages 10-18. One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions. Activities include: rock-climbing, rappelling, tubing, hiking, back-packing, canoe/kayaking, horse-back riding, zip lines, white-water rafting, and more. 866-876-2267. Beyond the South Overnight CampsAnimal Camp-Cub Creek Science Camp. Rolla, Mo. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One- and six-week sessions. Amazing Animal Encounters! A Junior Vet program plus 100 more activity choices, including zip line, climbing walls, pottery, archery, riflery, crime science, arts and crafts and survival skills. 573-458-2125. Camp Mah-Kee-Nac. Lenox, Mass. Boys, grades 2-10. One-, three-, four- and seven- week sessions. Wide variety of both sporting and traditional camp activities. Large modern indoor Sports Complex houses a two-court gymnasium and weight training room. Extensive waterfront and hiking program. 800-753-9118. Camp Nicolet. Eagle River, Wis. Girls, ages 7-17. One-, three-, four-, five- and eight-week sessions. Spend a summer in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Make new friends, challenge yourself with out-of-camp trips, and have a blast participating in your choice of activities, including waterskiing, horseback riding, drama, tennis, sailing, archery, arts and crafts, and many more. 715-545-2522. Camp O-AT-KA. Sebago, Maine. Boys, ages 8-16. One- and two-week sessions. Water sports, land sports, outdoor skills and adventure, arts, music and drama. 207-787-3401. Camp Waukeela. Eaton, N.H. Girls, grades 2-12. Two- and four-week sessions. Over 30 activities in performing arts, creative arts, land sports, water sports and outdoor adventure. 800-626-0207. Discover Spanish Life. Spain. Co-ed, ages 11 and older. Three-week program. Young travelers will broaden their horizons, grow in self-confidence and gain experiences in Spain this summer! Surf, kayak and hike; explore castles and palaces; discover local cuisine, traditions, customs and more. 866-980-9526. French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts. Hancock, N.Y. Co-ed, ages 7-17. Three-week sessions. Over 95 program activities including dance, theater, music, circus, magic, visual arts, cooking, sports and horseback riding. 800-634-1703. Kamp Kohut. Oxford, Maine. Co-ed, ages 7-15. Two- and four-week sessions. Waterfront, land sports, drama and more. 888-465-6488. Camp North Star. Poland Spring, Maine. Co-ed, ages 8-15. Two-, three-, four-, five- and seven-week sessions. Visual/performing arts, sports, trips, banana boat rides, horseback riding and more. 207-998-4777. WeHakee Camp for Girls. Winter, Wis. Girls, ages 7-17. Two-week sessions. Grow and have fun while building confidence, character and lifelong relationships. Nearly 40 camp activities. 800-582-2267. Special Needs Overnight CampsCamp Barney Medintz. Cleveland, Ga. Co-ed, ages 10-20. Two- and four-week sessions in June. An overnight camp celebrating Jewish culture that offers the Chalutzim (Pioneers) Program for campers with special needs. 678-812-3844. Camp Dream. Warm Springs, Ga. Co-ed, all ages welcome. Four-day sessions. Where disabilities disappear. One-to-one camper counselor ratio, all disabilities, ages and income levels accepted. Camp Journey. Fort Yargo, Winder, Ga. Co-ed, ages 9 and older. One-week sessions. For those with moderate, mild, and HFA/Asperger's syndrome. 678-926-3598. Camp Lee Mar. Lackawaxen, Pa. Co-ed, ages 7-21. One-week sessions with weekend stayovers available. Mild to moderate developmental challenges, features traditional camp activities, plus academics, vocational preparation, speech and language therapy. 215-658-1708. Camp Living Wonders. Clarkesville, Ga. Co-ed, 7-15. Ten- day and twelve-day sessions. The Southeast's only Jewish residential camp and intentional community built to empower people with developmental disabilities and their families to integrate into their community with confidence and independence. 678-888-2259. Camp Sparrowwood. Dahlonega, Ga. Co-ed, ages 9 and up. One-week sessions. Nature activities, cookouts, crafts, games, horseback riding, swimming. 1:2 counselor-camper ratio. 706-864-6181. Camp Twin Lakes. Rutledge, Winder and Warm Springs, Ga. Co-ed, ages 7 and older. One-week sessions. Traditional camp with swimming, sports, nature activities, canoeing, archery for campers with a variety of medical disabilities and other life challenges. 404-231-9887. Landmark School Summer Programs. Prides Crossing, Mass. Co-ed, grades 8-12. Four-week session. Offers academic skill development and activities for students with language-based learning disabilities. 978-236-3000. SOAR. North Carolina, Florida, Wyoming, California and International Co-ed, ages 8-18. Ten to twenty-six day program sessions. High-adventure summer camps for youth with learning differences. 828-456-3435. Talisman Programs. Zirconia, N.C. Ages 6-22. Five-, thirteen-, sixteen- and nineteen- day sessions. Summer camp for youth with high-functioning autism, ADHD, or LDs. Increase social competence, make friends, have fun! 828-697-6313. The post 2018 Ultimate Guide to Overnight Summer Camps in Georgia, the Southeast, and Beyond appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine. If you're looking for a ski experience within driving distance of Atlanta, North Carolina offers several ski resorts that'll satisfy the whole family, from beginners to super skiers. Before heading out, check snow conditions on each resort's website, although with snow machines at most of them you are likely to find powdery slopes from about late November to mid-March. Here are some popular ski spots to try: Appalachian Ski Mountain ResortStay in slopeside chalets here and learn to ski at the oldest Southeastern ski school, the French Swiss Ski College. With less steep slopes and the best snow-making capabilities, this is a favorite of families with younger children. North Carolina's only Zamboni-maintained outdoor ice rink is lighted for nighttime skating, and overlooks the Blue Ridge Mountains. Beech MountainThe highest ski resort in eastern North America has 95 acres for skiing and snowboarding, plus ice skating and snow tubing. Take lessons through the ski school to get the basics down. At the top of the resort is a glass restaurant/bar that offers wide panoramic of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The nearby Town of Beech Mountain has a free youth sledding hill (children 12 and under) that is open daily. Snow shoe rentals, ice skating and a snowtubing park offer ski alternatives. Accommodations include the hotel, rental cabins or condos. Cataloochee Ski AreaCatering to first time skiers, most of the trails here are easy to moderate. And, all but one has lights for nighttime skiing to extend the adventures. Overnight lodging is available in Maggie Valley, which is where families should rent ski equipment to avoid long lines at the mountain. Ski instruction is available, and the Snowsports School's adaptive program teaches those with disabilities how to ski. Sugar Mountain ResortLook for the Sugar Bear and Sweetie Bear mascots on the slopes or around the property. This is a sure sign of a kid-friendly resort! Instruction is offered in a huge variety of formats, and there are more trails and skiable acres here than any other NC property. The resort also hosts an array of tours and events for kids and families, including the annual winter SugarFest, featuring demos, live music, fireworks, Olympic athletes and more. Lodging options range from hotels to rental homes and condos. Wolf RidgeThis low key resort offers a ski school for kids and adults, with instruction in both skiing and snowboarding. Fifteen ski runs, plus a freestyle terrain park means there are challenges at every level. The lodge area offers rocking chairs in front of fireplaces for warming up apres ski. Townhome rentals on top of the mountain are close to an enclosed heated swimming pool. – Dalia Faupel The post Insider's Guide to North Carolina Ski Resorts appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine. As those of us who have been pregnant know, there is nothing comfortable about walking around with a protruding belly and swollen ankles. And even though your pregnant friends may be glowing on the outside, they're dealing with physical limitations as well as stress about their impending births. Whether it is your friend's first baby or her fifth, here are some ways you can help her feel a little less lethargic and a lot more loved. 1. Take her for a mani/pedi: She may feel swollen and tired but that doesn't mean her nails can't look pretty. Nothing helps to conquer the pain of cankles like a fresh coat of nail polish and some lotion rubbed on your legs. Plus, those massaging chairs are crazy relaxing. 2. Shower or sprinkle her: If it is her first child, a baby shower with all her closest family and friends is a must (as long as she is comfortable with that). If it is her second or beyond, a sprinkle is more appropriate. A sprinkle is just a little more low key than a shower. The guests could do a group gift or just all bring diapers. Either way, make it all about her by serving the foods that she has been craving. 3. Speaking of cravings, you don't have to wait until after the baby is born to bring your friend food. If you know there is something she loves, surprise her with it. Especially during those final weeks, no pregnant woman enjoys being on her feet, cooking. She will be very grateful when you bring her her cravings like cream cheese and pickles. 4. Exercise with her: Most pregnant women are able to exercise throughout their pregnancy as long as their heart rate doesn't get too high. Inviting your friend on a brisk walk is a win win for both of you. 5. Give her a night out: Instead of a bachelorette party, some women have started throwing their friends a “babyette” party-one last night out before the baby (and the sleepless nights) come. At a babyette, make your friend a mocktail, indulge in great food and let her enjoy some adult conversation. 6. Help with childcare: If your friend has an older child or children, offer to watch them for a few hours so she can have some time to herself. And if you are flexible, offer to be on standby when the baby comes, so she can have peace of mind knowing her older children have somewhere to go, even if the baby comes in the middle of the night 7. Set up a meal calendar: About two months before her baby is due, ask your friend if you can set up a meal calendar for her, so friends and family can bring over yummy dinners after the baby is born. Get your friend's input on when she wants the meals to start, how often they should come, who to invite to sign up and if they have any allergies or preferences. There are websites that make this super simple like Meal Train and Care Calendar. Be sure to remind people on the list to send everything in disposable containers. No mom with a newborn baby has time to return dishes. 8. Keep your opinions to yourself: Whether it's the name she's chosen or if she's going to breast or bottle feed, just be supportive. Responses like, “You're going to be such a great mom” and “That baby is lucky to have you” are great. Things like, “Oh? Is that a family name or something?” are not. The post 8 Ways to Help the Pregnant Women You Know appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine. Pick up some of these books and kitchen products for your chef-in-training. Also check our our list of kids cooking classes in Atlanta and meet four junior chefs who are making a stir in the kitchen. Kid-Approved Cookbooks“Cooking Class” by Deanna F. Cook: More than 50 recipes for ages 6-12 complete with kid-friendly language for cooking basics. This includes tips for getting ready to cook, food prep, kitchen vocabulary and clean up advice. “Kids Cooking” by Klutz: This kid-friendly cookbook includes step-by-step photos to help kids learn kitchen basics. The book contains a mix of classic recipes, like French Toast with Strawberry Butter, and modern flavors, like the Aloha Sushi Burrito. “Kid Chef: The Foodie Kids Cookbook” by Melina Hammer: This cookbook could fit right in with adult cookbooks, with tons of savory photos of food. Kids will learn kitchen basics from food prep to types of bakeware and utensils. “Complete Children's Cookbook” by DK Books: More than 150 kid-friendly recipes divided into nine chapters including breakfast, soups, light bites and more. Recipe instructions are easy to follow and include a photo for each step. Products for Kids Who Love to CookPick up some of these products for your chef-in-training. Real Cooking Princess Cakes Deluxe Baking Set: Forget the Easy-Bake Ovens, kids can use this pan, roller and cutter to bake a princess or fairy cake in their own oven (with an adult's help). Williams-Sonoma Kid Cookware: Williams-Sonoma has a great lineup of kid-sized cookware from the Junior Chef line, including pots, pans, bakeware and aprons. The store also offers the American Girl collection with colorful bake sets, utensils and cookware. New this season, the Harry Potter and Star Wars sets with movie-themed aprons and spatulas. Curious Chef: This Company makes real, mini cooking tools and sets perfect for little hands. They have everything from plastic knives to measuring sets to mixing bowls. Kitchen Helper Stools: One of the best ways to get young kids in the action is to purchase a kitchen helper stool. Kids can climb or be placed into the stool (which makes them tall enough to reach the counter) and help with age-appropriate tasks such as sorting or mixing. The stools can be found on various websites. The post 8 New Cookbooks and Products Your Kids Will Love appeared first on Atlanta Parent Magazine. No one is too young to start making a difference! For children who volunteer with their families, benefits go beyond developing compassion and caring. Kids who volunteer develop a sense of responsibility for their communities, greater “attitudes of gratitude” and learn how to work with others to reach a common goal. Atlanta boasts plenty of ways for all ages of kids to lend a hand, alongside their parents. Choose an area of interest, and jump in! Save the Environment/Improve Your CommunityKennesaw Mountain Trail Club: Kids as young as 8 can volunteer with an adult on Work Days, designed to beautify and keep safe the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park trail system. Hands On Atlanta: Volunteer as a family team to tackle some of Atlanta's most urgent needs, like painting buildings or beautifying parks or gardens. Or find volunteer opportunities for teens only. Help AnimalsFurKids: As one of the only animal shelters in Georgia with opportunities for kids of all ages, FurKids invites participation in many ways. Kids of all ages can organize supply drives, help with cat care and read to cats. Older kids can become dog handlers or thrift store volunteers. Special Equestrians of Georgia: Offering therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with special needs, this organization welcomes teens ages 14 and older to help with the horses and related tasks. Stop Hunger/HomelessnessAtlanta Community Food Bank: Working with food pantries, shelters, community kitchens and other nonprofits, the ACFB feeds the hungry around metro Atlanta. All ages are welcome to come with parents to sort or distribute food. North Fulton Community Charities: Teens 13 and older can volunteer at this organization (and parents, too!) that assists families with basic needs such as food and clothing through a food pantry and thrift shop. Blessings in a Backpack: Multiple programs in the metro Atlanta area provide food on weekends for elementary school children who might otherwise go hungry when they're not in school. Check for a program in your area to participate in food drives or packing efforts, or your family can start a new chapter! Meals By Grace: Providing prepared meals to food-insecure families children younger than 13 can participate in “Kids in the Kitchen” dates once a month. All kids can get placed in age-appropriate activities by team during regular packing days. Help the Sick and CaretakersRonald McDonald House: Volunteers ages 9 and older, plus their parents, can prepare meals, bake sweet treats, or organize fun activity nights for families of sick kids who are staying at one of the Ronald McDonald Houses in Atlanta. Children's Healthcare of Atlanta: The hospital system offers multiple ways for families to support patients. These include Family Volunteer Days, open to all ages (application required.) Project Open Hand: Kids 9 and older can help package nutritionally sound meals for individuals who are critically ill and/or homebound. MedShare: Help sort surplus medical supplies and equipment that will go to communities in need around the world. Kids ages 8 and up can volunteer with a parent; teens 14 and older can volunteer on their own. General OpportunitiesThe Packaged Good: Gather a group and arrange to pack, decorate and personalize care packages for people in need. Also, monthly community projects focus on one charitable organization at a time. Some packing events are free; others require a donation of money or items for care packages. Little Helpers of Atlanta: Families can volunteer together at monthly service projects. Activities include food distribution, visiting the elderly, helping refugees, and collecting items for the homeless. Find the schedule listed on the Facebook page. Pebble Tossers: Search an age-appropriate directory of free, current volunteer opportunities for kids. The site also includes suggestions for projects kids can do themselves. Also, kids can create a civic transcript to track good works. Ready to Volunteer?When you're ready to make a difference, avoid disappointment by making sure to:
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