{"id":12,"date":"2022-05-20T21:07:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-20T21:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebeaconapts.com\/blog\/?p=12"},"modified":"2023-05-05T15:47:53","modified_gmt":"2023-05-05T15:47:53","slug":"dog-days-of-summer-local-outings-with-your-furry-friends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebeaconapts.com\/blog\/2022\/05\/20\/dog-days-of-summer-local-outings-with-your-furry-friends\/","title":{"rendered":"Dog Days of Summer \u2013 Local Outings with Your Furbaby"},"content":{"rendered":"

                                                          
\nSometimes it is difficult to make plans when you don’t want to leave your dog home alone for the day. Luckily, The Beacon is conveniently located near a number of destinations you can enjoy with friends, family, and fur babies. Check-out the options below and let us know if you have any additional suggestions!<\/span><\/p>\n

Towsers Branch Park<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> – 3min<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span>
\nThis is the closest dog park to us, a 3min drive or 20min walk away. Make a right on Evergreen Road, which runs behind Wegman’s, continue for a few blocks, then make a left on to Jackson Road. The park will be on your left.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Two Rivers<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b> Dog Park – 11min<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\nWhen exiting the Waugh Chapel Towne Center, turn right onto MD-3 South and continue until the first traffic light by the Aldi. Turn right onto Conway Road and continue for a little over 2mi. Turn left onto Two Rivers Blvd and continue until you see the dog park on your left.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Bell Branch Park – 12min<\/span><\/b>
\nLocated in Crofton, this park has a lot of amenities for you to enjoy, like picnic areas, trails, and playgrounds. For more information visit: www.aacounty.org\/locations-and-directions\/bell-branch-park<\/a><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Montpelier Farm – 21min<\/span><\/b>
\nThis pet-friendly attraction offers fun for the whole family. You can enjoy the picnic areas, playgrounds, special events, and more. Open Summer Sundays June 5 – July 31 then re-opening for the annual Sunflower Festival August 12,13, 14, 19, 20, and 21. Come Autumn, the farm will open September 17 – November 6 for the annual Fall Festival. Remember, dogs must remain on a leash while visiting the farm. For more information visit: www.montpelierfarms.com\/<\/a><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Watermark Journey Annapolis and Baltimore – 25min<\/span><\/b>
\nTake a cruise (leased dogs are welcome) in Annapolis or Baltimore and enjoy the day on the Chesapeake Bay. For more information, visit: www.watermarkjourney.com\/category-event\/public-cruises-water-taxi\/<\/a><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Downs Park & Quiet Water Park – 25min<\/span><\/b>
\nReady to soak up the sun? Check out these two dog-friendly beaches along the Chesapeake Bay to enjoy a picnic, concerts, and events in the calm water of the shore. Please visit their websites for more info: www.aacounty.org\/departments\/recreation-parks\/parks\/downs\/index.html
\nwww.aacounty.org\/departments\/recreation-parks\/parks\/quiet-waters\/<\/a><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

We hope you enjoy your next day out with your furry friend and don’t forget to tag us @thebeaconatwaugh in any pictures you share enjoying these local outings!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                                                           Sometimes it is difficult to make plans when you don’t want to leave your dog home alone for the day. Luckily, The Beacon is conveniently located near a… <\/p>\n

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