A fieldtrip . . . FINALLY!!!

Today I was able to go on my first field trip! In the two years that my child/ren have been attending Elementary School, I have not been able to go on a field trip due to work. This time it actually worked out! It was so fun!! Lydia and Emily's Pre-K class took a trip to Natural Chimneys in Mt. Sidney. Last Thursday Mike was able to go on a field trip with Ryan to the Shenandoah National Park so we were able to close out the school year going on field trips with our kids. When we arrived, we took the children to the bathrooms to wash hands before having snack and starting our adventure.

The Chimneys
Walking in the chimneys

Before taking our hike, the kids found the 1970's (or possibly older) built stage and began running and dancing around. :)

Our hike to the overlook begins.

Our beautiful destination

Class picture at the overlook.

I had to post this picture. As we were walking up the trail we walked over lots and lots of exposed tree roots. They were good for helping us climb since the trail was straight up. As we were climbing, Lydia said "Mommy, look at all of these dinosaur bones!" Hahahaha.

Each child was given a clipboard with pictures of things they were to find. A tree, moss, deer, rock, etc. After completing their worksheet, we enjoyed a hot dog cookout lunch with dishes that the chaperoning parents provided. Very yummy!!

After lunch, the kids were given time to play and run around. They blew bubbles, played baseball and then went to the playground at the Natural Chimneys campground.

After playing, Ms. Warner and Ms. Wilder helped the children make s'mores with their roasted marshmallows. With the 92 degree weather, it made the marshmallow roasting a little sweaty, but they loved it!!

Ms. Warner and Emily

Ms. Warner with Lydia

Ms. Wilder putting Lydia's s'more together

What a big day!!!!!