Today, we took Grandpa on his "Father's Day Hike" at Theodore Wirth Park.  Grandma came along for the adventure too!  Our first stop was the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden.

We caught a glimpse of the Indigo Bunting, and we also saw a Woodpecker.  We also spied various butterflies and insects, and lots of wildflowers and plants.  It was neat to notice the difference in the park since our last visit in the spring.

The Water Horsetails had grown a couple feet since we last saw them.

I can really see the impact that nature study has made on the boys.  They pay attention to the smallest details, and really enjoy pointing out new discoveries along the trails.  Going on a hike is always an exciting adventure for them.

Grandpa and Harper pose by the beautiful oak tree during our rest break. 

Our second stop on our adventure was the Quaking Bog of Wirth Park.  We were greeted by some cute baby racoons when we got there!

We watched the racoons for a while before heading to the bog itself.

After crossing the moat, we walked around Mariana's Isle.  The dock and boardwalk are part of the ongoing restoration of the Quaking Bog. 

We had a full adventure today, and spent some quality time with Grandma and Grandpa out in nature.  We can't wait to get out and do it again!

Today, we took Grandpa on his "Father's Day Hike" at Theodore Wirth Park.  Grandma came along for the adventure too!  Our first stop was the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden.

We caught a glimpse of the Indigo Bunting, and we also saw a Woodpecker.  We also spied various butterflies and insects, and lots of wildflowers and plants.  It was neat to notice the difference in the park since our last visit in the spring.

The Water Horsetails had grown a couple feet since we last saw them.

I can really see the impact that nature study has made on the boys.  They pay attention to the smallest details, and really enjoy pointing out new discoveries along the trails.  Going on a hike is always an exciting adventure for them.

Grandpa and Harper pose by the beautiful oak tree during our rest break. 

Our second stop on our adventure was the Quaking Bog of Wirth Park.  We were greeted by some cute baby racoons when we got there!

We watched the racoons for a while before heading to the bog itself.

After crossing the moat, we walked around Mariana's Isle.  The dock and boardwalk are part of the ongoing restoration of the Quaking Bog. 

We had a full adventure today, and spent some quality time with Grandma and Grandpa out in nature.  We can't wait to get out and do it again!