Diego took a peek at the map before we started off on the trail. Too bad the rest of us didn't. The trails had changed since the last time either of us moms had been there, and after about 30 minutes of wandering, we decided to go back to start because there really was a plan to all of this.
The kids played on the playground, and we had lunch before we started off again. The first question out of Joaquin's mouth every time we go to a park, "Is there a playground?" I asked him why would he rather play on a plastic, boring playground instead of an ever-changing, adventurous trail? Silly question, mom.
There are some interesting buildings around the playground. I think this was a former civil war battle area, but I didn't read the info this time.
Walking sticks are necessary on this trail. Steep hills, coupled with a floor of gigantic round acorns, made it somewhat treacherous. Diego found this reed, but it definitely wasn't strong enough.
And boy was it chilly!! Hats, scarves and gloves for everyone!
This bridge was our ultimate destination. A low lying metal bridge over the marsh. So fun to cross...minus the dead beaver we saw right beside it. That brought forth lots of guesses as to what could have killed him.
But for me, the thrill here is taking pictures. They are always amazing. This has to be one of my all time favorites. It looks so serene....back in time.
Brothers on the bridge. Just the two of them. You'd have never known....
....we were a motley crew of nine kids and two moms! What a great adventure day.
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