Winter is a great opportunity to get the family together for an afternoon adventure in the sun and snow. Kids are home from school; nothing beats rounding them up, getting the snow gear on, grabbing the dog and taking an expedition to the local green space, park, or path. With Colorado’s sunny winter days, one does not need to bundle up like Randy from The Christmas Story to venture outside. A couple layers… snow pants, boots, jacket, gloves, and a hat are all that is needed for a great afternoon. Snowshoes, sleds, Yak-Tracks, and cross-country skis are entirely optional. Being outside and moving around is a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of the season. One of my favorite spots to take the family is the local Gunbarrel green space path, which eventually spills out into an even bigger open space, Gunbarrel Hill. There are countless tracks, birds, and other wild life to spot. To learn more about animal tracking, plant identification, and shelter-building, check out the Avid4 Primitive Skills camp at the end of the summer. A couple of hours in the fresh air and sun is all that is needed to recharge your battery and help you and your family make the most of your time together during the season.
See you on the trail…
Matt Mowen is a teacher, studying to be a Counselor, and is expecting his first child in Spring 2010. Look for him back with Avid4 Adventure for another season this summer.
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