Yesterday we visited another Audubon sanctuary-- Broad Meadow Brook. Audubon sanctuaries are great because they always have well marked trails, nice boardwalks protecting the wetlands, educational displays and nice bathrooms. All the keys to a successful hike with small children. This sanctuary was no exception. After we perused the very cool displays in the nature center, we headed out on this beautiful 60 degree day (Is this really January in New England!!?). We were a little disappointed by our proximity to the surrounding neighborhoods-- we were just about walking through backyards at first-- and the factory and train noise. The girls loved the rocky stream crossings, though and and little icy creeks.
Afterward, we headed in to Worcester for an awesome lunch at Mezcal Tequila Cantina. They gladly made an allergy free special order for Julia Indigo. The rest of us ordered dishes that were amazingly healthy and fresh for New England Mexican food. There were vegetarian options in every category and my vegetarian burrito was full of yummy treats like squash and mushrooms. We'll definitely eat there again (soon!).
When we finished eating, Jay and I walked the girls a block down to Colombus Park, a really nice, nearly new park with lots of fun, unique structures for the kids to run around on. Next time, we'll follow the hiking trails leading from the park, up the hill, to several other parks.
All in all a fun way to spend a pretty winter day!
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| Hanging out at the nature center |
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| A little interactive area along the trail |
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| A little art on the way |
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| The water made the hike for the girls |
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| The little ice streams were a lot of fun, too. |
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