rock cliff with cousins

It was a pleasure meeting Chad's mom, Christine, (sorry if I spell her name incorrectly). she is a wonderful grandmother and I really enjoyed spending time with her, Melissa, Charlie, Carsten, and Anneclaire. Amazing that it was the first visit for the kids and I to Rock Cliff on the East side of Jordanelle. What a beautiful area. It seems that other than Melissa's previous co-worker and naturalist, we were alone in the big wetland world. We parked, walked onto the boardwalk, and immediately Melissa spotted a deer in the tall grass. As she caught up with her friend, Christine and I I enjoyed watching the boys explore in the nature center. There were all sorts of animals to meet in there. Again on the boardwalk, another deer was spotted. Overall, the campsite and wetland was very well preserved and the trails really allow you to enjoy the area. We had plenty of opportunities for "rock breaks" which I'm sure were the boys' favorite stops. Anneclaire enjoyed the stroller ride. At the end, Charlie was ready to trade her and Christine was good enough to carry sweet Anneclaire as Carten and I took turns pushing Charlie in the stroller. Just at the end of the trail the boys excitedly observed what I think was their first live caterpillar. Pretty neat. As Carsten, Charlie, Anneclaire and I enjoyed the last moments together in the nature center, we saw several birds and a chipmunk scurry nearby, eating birdseed. A wonderful morning. Thanks so much Melissa!