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An Insider’s Guide to Rock Creek Park: The Largest and Oldest Urban Park in America

An Insider’s Guide to Rock Creek Park: The Largest and Oldest Urban Park in America

First Published on RootsRated.com

You don’t need to venture far from DC proper to escape the urban environs and instantly become absorbed with nature. If you want to stay within the city limits, you can hit up Rock Creek Park, a 32-mile trail system weaving its way through the woods of Washington and on to Montgomery County, MD. The oldest and largest urban park in the U.S., Rock Creek Park is…

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Easy Labor Day Camping Spots Near Washington, DC

Easy Labor Day Camping Spots Near Washington, DC

First published on RootsRated.com

Early September just might be the best time of year to go camping in the greater Washington, DC area. The weather is still warm enough to wear light clothing while hiking, boating, and lounging at camp, but it is not so hot that you feel as though you might wilt beneath the sun. Bugs are retreating, leaves are ready to turn to copper and gold, and autumn is just…

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LLF Music Wednesday's Are Back!

LLF Music Wednesday’s Are Back!

Listen Local First has spent some time this summer compiling a of 10 albums released by local DC artists this year!

You can check out the stream, or visit any of the local businesses that are participating and playing the stream in their businesses every Wednesday.

Please show some love to our talented DC artists by visiting their websites, buying their albums, and going to shows!

Here are the…

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