Jul 26
Exploring Nature with Your Little One
By Julie Eldridge Early Childhood Educator at Cincinnati Nature Center It wasn't long ago that I could slip on my hiking boots, snap the leash on my dog's collar and head out for a hike. The wind rustling through the trees, the gurgling water in the stream and the birds chattering all around soothed my soul and quieted my mind. That was about 2½ years ago. Now I run through my checklist: diapers ... check, wipes ... check, snack ... check, sippy cup ... check, and when I'm really on the ball, extra outfit for falls in the mud ...…