We got to explore this weekend! That is our goal for the summer- to explore. We want to visit as many state parks as we can and take the kids camping. First up was Weldon Springs State Park. They really have something for everyone.
There are several hiking trails and picnic areas. There is boat access to the water and plenty of docks to fish from the shore. If you love camping, there is a really nice campground. Plenty of playgrounds are sprinkled all over the park for the kids. If you aren’t as into nature, but love history, there is an old school house and town hall that are open at certain times.
We hiked two and a half miles around the water with our kids. The trail was beautiful. Be warned– there are a lot of steps. Some of the bridges aren’t completely secure. Boards were missing on several of the stair cases. Our four year old did it all just fine, but just something to be aware of.
The weather was close to 90 degrees, but we didn’t really notice how hot it was. There was plenty of shade on the trails, and we were having too much fun.
Our entire family had a blast, and there wasn’t any whining on the trail! It is so refreshing to get your kids out in nature.
Here are some of our favorite things for hiking:
HydroFlask– keep plenty of cold water to stay hydrated
O2 cool misting fan– I think this helped the kids ignore the heat. I scored these on clearance for $2.98 at the end of last summer!
Clif KidZ bars– These make a great snack for the kiddos, and we love them, too.
Young Living Insect Repellent– super important to keep ticks and mosquitos away. This works so well without all of the harsh chemicals that choke me.
Sunscreen– protect your skin!
First Aid Kit– I don’t have this yet, but realize the importance. We aren’t doing any treacherous trails with young kids, but accidents can happen.