Park Ranger Alex Arnold, in period clothing, guides visitors back to the 1870s for an experience on a mule-drawn boat ride at the C&O Canal. Cost is $8 for adults (ages 16-61), $6 for seniors (ages 62 +), and $5 for children (ages 4-15). Children aged three and under ride free. Purchase tickets and board the boat at the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center at 11710 MacArthur Blvd. The rides are every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Sept. 3. For schedule, see www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/great-falls-canal-boat-rides.htm.
Photo by Deb Stevens.