Date Night

With the weekend fast approaching, we designate Thursdays to our relationship-reader searching for a weekend activity to do with their significant other.  Have one of those guys who can't ever seem to think of anywhere to go or what to do for date night (don't worry, Special K is a repeat offender)?  Take control of the situation and offer up some fun ideas, courteously supplied to you by your friends R & D.

Where: Great Falls National Park (click here  for directions and more information)
About a 15/20 minute drive from DC, Great Falls Park offers some beautiful scenery, picnic grounds, and a pretty romantic day trip.  At this time of the year, the fall foliage makes it look like the forest is on fire with color. 

  What to Do: Bring a blanket, and a picnic basket for lunch (but skip the wine since booze are not legally allowed on national park grounds), a football to toss around, and definitely don't forget your camera!  There are tons of trails all over the park, and ranger led tours almost every day. 

Know Before you Go: 

• Make sure and wear sneakers or closed toed shoes.  The paths are very well kept - but they'll destroy your feet in sandals or heels. 
• On really nice days there is often a line to get into the park, so be sure to gas up before you go!
• Entry to the park is $5 per vehicle, and cash is preferred... but the beautiful scenery and fresh air are totally worth it! 
• The park closes at dark.  We recommend bringing your lunch, hitting the trails, and watching the sun set over the rapids before heading out at dusk. 

On a Personal Note:  I am NOT a nature girl myself, but an afternoon at Great Falls is a nice change of pace from the standard show and a movie in the city.  Plus you'll probably get some great "couple-y" Facebook pics, your man will be impressed at your outdoors-iness, and there's always the option to sneak off into the woods to become one with nature, if you catch my drift!

Love from the Capital,

D