After a 45-minute drive and many complaints of tummy aches (probably a little motion sickness) and sleepiness, we made it to our destination. Fortunately, Chloe and Catherine's moods did a 180 upon arrival.
Our girls are always on the lookout for pretty flowers (which they were instructed not to pick) and bugs. They all quickly found a ladybug friend.
Then we discovered why...a ladybug family reunion.
We made it to the nature trail, the only trail fit for a family of our size and ability. We could only take one backpack as my front pack is about all I can manage for now. We were setting up for a family shot and Mark gave Sam a bird's eye view. He quickly proclaimed, "Woooow!" Madelyn just as quickly told Daddy to take Sam down so he didn't get hurt. Yes, she's a mini me!
The group shot...
When presented with a fork in the path, we chose the wooded path. It was beautiful and cool. Seth and Sam alternated between the backpack and navigating all the roots and rocks.
Sam got to touch everything from his penthouse.
Part of the trail was descending this steep rock staircase. We were even more glad we took the wooded fork because had we chosen the other path we'd have been going up these steep stairs.
The girls had so much fun 'exploring'. They were scampering up and down the rocks and finding butterflies all around. I've decided that for hikes and camping we should dress the kids in red, orange or yellow so that they're easier to spot.
After our hike we headed down the mountain a little and found a nice, quiet picnic spot.
It really was a lovely day. The kids have asked to go hiking more often, like tomorrow. I'm not sure that we'll get out that soon but we've definitely learned that a nature walk at 10400 ft. during the summer sure is a great way to beat the heat.
2 comments:
Great!
I didn't have time to read all the captions on the pics, but all I have to say is YOU ARE SUPER MOM! The pictures are really pretty...looks like you all had a lot of fun.:)
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