• Where: Savage River Lodge, Frostburg, Md.

• How much: $220 for two people for one night; other rates vary. Pets $25 by prior arrangement.

• What to do: This small lodge offers a variety of outdoor activities, including guided fly-fishing trips beginning this month, packages for cyclists wanting to bike the Great Allegheny Passage, and more. There's geocaching for treasure hunters and a wine appreciation weekend set for April 18-19. For more information, visit www.savageriverlodge.com or call 1-301-689-3200 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

• Fun factor: 8 for the forest quiet and the chance to do anything, or nothing. Plus, your pooch gets a nice biscuit for breakfast!

-- Katy Buchanan