Fall Activities in the South
See the leaves change
The leaves in October put on a spectacular show of yellow, orange, magenta, and red. Take an especially scenic route through , , , , , , , , or .
See the Great Smoky Mountains
is Americas most visited national park. See breathtaking views of some of the oldest mountains in the world. Hike, , see tons of , and keep your eyes out for black bears!
Go to a fall festival
Experience regional music and art, dancing, food, and community spirit at a fall festival. At in , you can watch (or compete in!) a pumpkin pie-eating contest.
Explore Mammoth Cave
They dont call it Mammoth Cave for nothing. (Mammoth means bigger than big.) Explorers have charted 400 miles underground so far, making this Kentucky system the largest in the world. Enjoy trails above ground and below at this .
Go apple picking
Under a blue sky in golden fall sunlight, pluck an apple from a tree and crunch right into it sweet, sour, and delicious. .
Celebrate Halloween
Get in the spirit of Halloween (Oct. 31)! In you can go on , or search for the . In Georgia, theres a .
Eat apple pie
Apple pie is always a treat, but its best when the apples are in season. to see how this iconic American dessert is made. , or order a slice from a restaurant or bakery. If anyone asks, go for it la mode (thats with ice cream on top).
Honor service members on Veterans Day
November 11 is observed annually as , honoring all of the men and women who have served in the . Pay your respects by attending a Veterans Day parade; find locations .
Go to a football game
is hugely popular in the South. See games played by , , , , or . Get tickets to a live game if you can, or head to a where fans watch the games on TV.
Give thanks on Thanksgiving
On November 26, gather with friends at a home or restaurant, express your thanks for whats good in life, and eat a fabulous meal together. The traditional includes roasted turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and pumpkin pie. Make reservations at a restaurant near you at .
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