If you've read any of my books for kids, and well, pretty much any of my books, you're going to find at least one hike or walk in the woods in there somewhere. This is because I grew up in the woods, and I still love to take my kids to the park or hiking several times a week.
Here are some tips to make your next hike a success.
Find a New Place to Explore
Tired of the same old trees? Find new parks and hiking trails in your area. A great site to check is All Trails at https://www.alltrails.com/. Or search for a park at Find A Park with https://www.nps.gov/findapark/index.htm.
Gear Up
Take plenty of water, snacks, and a small bag for treasures like cool feathers and leaves. (check with each park to make sure it's okay to take small treasures). Dress in layers so if the weather changes you don't have to go all the way back to the car for your sweater! Make sure you have a cell phone in case of emergency and so you can take pictures of unusual creatures to identify when you get home.
Watch for Seasonal Treasures
Every season brings new treasures to find, so keep your eyes open! Watch for bird's nests, wildflowers and berries in the spring, gorgeous leaves and fallen nuts in the fall, lovely frost patterns and frozen ponds in the winter, and mushrooms after it rains.
Get Crafty
Bring home a little bag of your findings and create a nature journal with drawings and notes. Or create a nature collage of beautiful leaves. OR paint your rocks or sticks and add a pair of googly eyes to make a new friend!
What's your favorite park or hiking trail? Let me know in the comments!
Here are some tips to make your next hike a success.
Find a New Place to Explore
Tired of the same old trees? Find new parks and hiking trails in your area. A great site to check is All Trails at https://www.alltrails.com/. Or search for a park at Find A Park with https://www.nps.gov/findapark/index.htm.
Gear Up
Take plenty of water, snacks, and a small bag for treasures like cool feathers and leaves. (check with each park to make sure it's okay to take small treasures). Dress in layers so if the weather changes you don't have to go all the way back to the car for your sweater! Make sure you have a cell phone in case of emergency and so you can take pictures of unusual creatures to identify when you get home.
Watch for Seasonal Treasures
Every season brings new treasures to find, so keep your eyes open! Watch for bird's nests, wildflowers and berries in the spring, gorgeous leaves and fallen nuts in the fall, lovely frost patterns and frozen ponds in the winter, and mushrooms after it rains.
Get Crafty
Bring home a little bag of your findings and create a nature journal with drawings and notes. Or create a nature collage of beautiful leaves. OR paint your rocks or sticks and add a pair of googly eyes to make a new friend!
What's your favorite park or hiking trail? Let me know in the comments!
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