Be Out There: Take a Hike
One of the things I adore about Boston is that green space is so easily accessible. And whether you reside here or elsewhere, I hope you'll take the time to enjoy today's Be Out There idea: to take a hike, whether it's through the woods (as Jon is doing with Laurel today) or along a river or some other green space for a nature walk (as I've done with Laurel in the past). Laurel especially loves finding nature treasures (e.g., unusual rocks, already-fallen twigs, flowers that actually are weeds, etc.). She uses these treasures to create the sweetest centerpieces (see below).
For locals, I love the Department of Conservation and Recreation website as a resource. They make it super easy to find DCR parks and locations for specific types of nature activities (e.g., hiking, bike paths, nature trails, etc.) and family programs.
Also of note, now through April 25 is the National Park Service National Park Week, during which entrance to national parks across the country is free. Within the state by state listing, participating parks in Massachusetts include: Adams National Historical Park, Cape Cod National Seashore, John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, and Longfellow National Historic Site.
Happy hiking everyone!
Comments
Love the bouquet!
How wonderful that you took the time to display her flowers for her.
You know what they say: Weeds are in the eye of the beholder ;)
Posted by: Leighann of D-Mom Blog | April 20, 2010 11:55 AM | Reply to this comment
Weeds are in the eye of the beholder. I love it. :-)
Yes, I love how kids find beauty in everything. It's utterly fantastic.
Posted by: Christine Koh - Editor replied to comment from Leighann of D-Mom Blog | April 20, 2010 12:00 PM | Reply to this comment
What a terrific day, Christine! The flowers, however, highlight your post, beautifully - thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Liz@thisfullhouse | April 20, 2010 12:35 PM | Reply to this comment
Enjoying the "be out there" posts. I think that you are setting such an excellent example for you daughter. It is no secret that if the parents love something, the kids will love it (or have to love it) too! I see the same concept play out with healthy living in my work. If the parents are willing to make the right lifestyle choices then their kids have a greater chance at success and a lifetime of good choices!
Thanks for the post!
Posted by: Dr. Josh Axe | April 21, 2010 4:49 PM | Reply to this comment
I love that you are supporting this movement. WE all need to reconnect with the outdoors. My contribution is to have started a blog about ideas to get out with your kids right in your own backyard- you don't need to go far. I hope it is ok to write this here. I am new to the blogging but not to getting outside.
Thanks for spreading the word!
Posted by: outside with kids | April 28, 2010 10:52 AM | Reply to this comment
Dear Outside With Kids,
That's fantastic that you are starting a blog around this topic! It's so important! -Christine
Posted by: Christine Koh - Editor replied to comment from outside with kids | April 28, 2010 11:00 AM | Reply to this comment