The following weekend, which was the weekend of March 8th, I was riding around looking for something to do. The weather was so nice that day I just couldn't stay at home any longer. Guess where I ended up? You got it...back out at the Observation Tower at RDU! When I got there, the place had a crowd. The wind was blowing just as hard as it was the week before, But this time it was a warm breeze...a breeze similar to the one you'll have at the beach - never letting up. It felt so good!
I had a better time this time than last, yet both trips were a lot of fun. There were more people here on this second trip because it was so much warmer, and the nice weather made it twice as enjoyable for everyone. People were walking their dogs on a leash. Some were having a picnic. One family even brought their kids armed with kites...and a perfect day for them to fly them it was!
So now...if I have you wanting to go visit the RDU airport's playground for plane-watching, let me give you some tips before you go...
With a little planning ahead, you can make this outting a lot more fun. First, check the weather. You want to come on a warm day. There's not many trees to break any winds, and a cold day could prove a bit brutal on the ole body. Bring the kids. They are going to really enjoy watching the planes. And if it's supposed to be a windy day, bring each one of the youngsters a good kite. To enhance your fun...bring a picnic too. Or plan on eating at the restaurant inside the nearby General Aviation Terminal. Bring your camera and a pair of binoculars if you have them. And poochy can come too. Just be sure to put him on a leash. Want to "fly" out here first class? A blanket and some folding chairs would enhance you enjoyment. This place can easily make for a one-day family vacation! And for cheap too! There's even a little minature runway in the middle of the playground that would be perfect for the kids to race their remote-controlled cars and trucks if they have one. The mini-runway is even marked off like the real thing.
Ok...here's some more photos I took on this last trip. Enjoy, and plan on doing this yourself. It's an inexpensive way to have some fun and enjoy the outdoors after a long, long winter. And with the economy we are all having to deal with, a trip to your airport's playground is in order because it won't cost you anymore than what you bring with you. Not a bad deal for some springtime fun. Keep in mind that the month of March is the best time for flying a kite. The kids would love you for that! Just keep in mind to not let it go too high up!
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