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A Winter Walk

The warm weather and lack of snow that we have had this winter is crazy! Today we decided to enjoy some fresh air and head to the Boston Nature Center. The last time we went there it was July and blazing hot. It was in the low 40s this morning when we arrived a little before 10:00. The vibe is quite different in winter gear, but really fun nonetheless!

We stopped in the outdoor exploration area for a bit before hitting the trails. I used Derek's phone to take a few pictures and unfortunately the lens had a smear on it, so the pictures are a little blurry...


The BNC is less than a 10 minute drive from our house, which means that the sanctuary is tucked away in a very urban neighborhood. The trails are great for kids because they are pretty short. The Snail Trail suited us perfectly today.


After the walk the kids were ready for a snack.


That is one happy boy!!!


Derek had never visited the BNC before, but he fell in love with it the way I did this summer. I suspect we will be visiting again soon!

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