big trees and winding trails

We were treated to great weather once again for the second meeting of Into the Wild Family Nature Club. Our small group enjoyed sunny skies and mild temperatures while we viewed Elk Falls and explored the surrounding trails. The forest was lush and damp, dominated by cedar, douglas fir and hemlock. Paul treated us to an impromptu natural history lesson and clever story about tree identification. It's all in the pinecones, which the kids enjoyed collecting while we walked the winding trails.

Next meeting is March 7th. Meet at Nymph Falls Nature Park parking lot at 11 am. After exploring the trails we'll break for a picnic and some time to play. Hope to see you there!

next meeting - elk falls

The next meeting of Into the Wild Family Nature Club will be happening this Saturday at 11 am.  We will meet at the Elk Falls viewpoint day-use parking lot which can be accessed off highway 28.  From there we will check out the spectacular waterfall.  There is a short circuit of trails that we will explore afterwards, returning to the parking lot for a picnic.  The drive to the parking area is now free of snow, but we may encounter some wet conditions on the trails so make sure you wear some good footwear.

The weather is supposed to be great, so make the most of it and join us outside.  See you on the trails!

sunny skies, driftwood forts and new friends

We were treated to a beautiful day for our first meeting of Into the Wild Family Nature Club.  The weather was certainly no excuse to stay inside, what with sunny skies and mild temperatures.  A small, yet enthusiastic crew enjoyed a pleasant walk in the Oyster River Nature park, but I think the highlight for all was playing on the beach.  Throwing stones, chasing dogs, meeting new friends, climbing logs and building forts - what more could a bunch of little boys hope for.  The bald eagles did not disappoint either.  It was a great start, and we hope just the beginning.  

The next meeting is February 21st at Elk Falls.  Meet at the day use parking lot at 11 am.  Hope to see you there!