Today we went to Hogle ZOO. We debated because the weather was iffy. At about noon the sky was blue so we packed up the stroller, coats, blankets for Lily and some snacks to eat on our adventure. Driving to the ZOO I had to wear my sunglasses it was so bright. And if any of you know me it has to be pretty darn bright for me to wear sunglasses. Well we were in for a big surprise! When you live on the other side of the valley the weather may not be the same across town, and it was not.
We pulled into the ZOO to a lovely snow storm. Haiden however, still wanted to visit the ZOO. We pulled the sleeping Lily out of the car and bundled her in the stroller with hat, coat, and blankets. Haiden was bundled up tight with two hats a scarf and his coat snapped and zipped to his chin. Figuring that we were going to get a season pass, we decided that even if we only stayed for a half hour it would be OK. We bought our tickets and walked into the very empty ZOO. No one else is as crazy as us to go to the ZOO in February, when it is 30 degrees outside and snowing.Lily Bundled
Haiden Bundled
In all reality the ZOO was very lovely. It is great to be the only people at each exhibit. You can look for as long as you want and there is no one waiting for you or pushing you out of the way. As we walked around the snow decreased and finally the blue sky peaked out from between the clouds. It is also nice to see active animals that are not so much during the summer. Some of the animals were inside and we did not get to see them but that is OK. The kids got to run with no fear of loosing them in the crowd. They enjoyed the open space and looking at the animals. Our half hour trip turned into a 4 hour trip. We saw everything that was open to see. It was a very nice time out of the house playing with the FAMILY!!! 
Haiden really wanted the Elephant to spray water. 
Haiden Chasing the pacing Leopard.
Lily playing on the rocks in the snow.
Lily looking at the Monkeys.
Michael and Haiden.
Me(Kamille) and Lily.
Haiden measuring up.
Me Haiden and Lily
Haiden Sooo Cute!
Princess Lily being silly.
Looks like you had fun at the zoo! I love the picture of you and the kids..Very sweet!
ReplyDeleteI love the pic of you and the kids! I think it would be a blast to go to the zoo in February.
ReplyDeleteHey Cuz!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a lot of fun. I have never thought of going to the Zoo in winter. We just may have to do that. I bet there weren't any crowds.
Lindsi