In the days before we were inundated with rain, Emily asked if we could go on a nature hike. Normally, I wouldn’t hesitate to say yes, but Clara is at that awkward stage of not really walking, but a little too big for a sling. This nature hike would have to involve a stroller. Strollers and nature hikes don’t generally mix too well.
That is, until I remembered about this…
Tucked back at the Wildlands Conservancy is this fabulous, stroller/wheelchair friendly boardwalk-like pathway. I had completely forgotten about it until now, and I plan to visit several more times this summer. I’ll be damned if I let a stroller keep me from enjoying a nature hike!
Tucked back at the Wildlands Conservancy is this fabulous, stroller/wheelchair friendly boardwalk-like pathway. I had completely forgotten about it until now, and I plan to visit several more times this summer. I’ll be damned if I let a stroller keep me from enjoying a nature hike!
Aren’t these water bottle holders the cutest? I made one for Emily, and I loved it so much I just had to make one for myself too. I’m not a huge fan of the plastic water bottles, but I think I might have left my beautiful Sigg bottle at a playground. That was a sad, sad day, my friends. This pretty water bottle holder almost makes up for my lost Sigg. Almost. I just followed the instructions here. Very easy and straight-forward. Oh, and I made one for my mom too!
I love how something as simple as time spent outdoors can make her so happy.
June 8th, 2009 on 8:55 am
I love going for hikes with my kids and I do remember how frustrating it can be with a stroller. My only other suggest is a backpack carrier, but only if you have a strong back and lots of stamina.
And now you have me looking at another sewing project wondering if I should actually try my hand at it. How tough was that handle step?
June 8th, 2009 on 9:13 am
What fun! I still remember going on nature hikes when I was a kid. What wonderful memories you are making!
June 8th, 2009 on 11:29 am
I love stroller-friendly nature paths!
Your water bottle holders look great! I have that same tutorial flagged in my reader, I want to try it (hopefully before summer's over!)
June 8th, 2009 on 1:15 pm
Thanks for the link with the tutorial, yours look great!
Something about being outside calms my kids down and turns them into happy and sweet little boys…until I announce its time to go inside. =)
June 10th, 2009 on 4:04 pm
We also found a place where we live that has the same kind of boardwalk for strollers, etc. It really allows us to really enjoy nature with our little ones!!