3.13.2010

wednesday & friday - march 17 & 19

good morning, brigade! as many of you know, I am headed out of town with my family this week for SPRING BREAK! hope you all have an amazing hike without us. I would appreciate if someone would send me a *hike report* for each day! I may not have internet access this week, so you can call me if you need me - 587.0630.

wednesday, march 17, 2010
9:30 AM
hike at radnor lake (franklin road side)
weather predictor: 59 degrees

friday, march 19, 2010
9:30 AM
warner park nature center (off hwy 100)
go south on hwy 100 and just past old hickory boulevard, the entrance will be on the left. come to the left once in the park and we will meet in front of the nature center. we will hike about 3/4 miles then play in the 'mud pit.' feel free to bring a lunch and stay for a picnic.
weather predictor: 60 degrees

happy hiking!

3.10.2010

hike report - wednesday, march 10

what a beautiful hike today! the sun was shining, deer were grazing, little ones were chattering (and some a little fussy, no doubt). we had nine mamas and ten kiddos. we hiked about three miles in about an hour and a half.

during this hike one of our discussions was about dads and other care-givers coming to hike with us. bambino brigade is all inclusive to those caring for and wearing little ones that are interested in hiking. this spring and summer we have plans for more whole-family activities - like family hikes, picnics and potlucks! that being said, the brigade is really to promote community, baby wearing and hiking - and why should dads be left out? i am considering altering some of our verbiage (NOT OUR NAME) to include all those wearing children that hike with the brigade. i would love some suggestions for words to use. please email bambinobrigade@gmail.com with your ideas and thoughts!

see you all with older children friday at ellington agricultural center at 9:30 AM. if you are running a little late, just park by the gazebo and walk up the hill - we shouldn't be too far ahead!

happy hiking!

3.08.2010

wednesday & friday - march 10 & 12

wednesday, march 10, 2010
9:30 AM
hike at radnor lake (franklin road side)
weather predictor: 53 degrees

the beautiful weather is coming, so please stick with us! this week we are set to have some rain, but that won't stop the brigade. bring an umbrella or wear your poncho. it will still be nice (low 50s), so don't let the weather hold you back. those of you that know me, know rain is my favorite!

friday, march 12, 2010
9:30 AM
ellington agricultural center
weather predictor: 51 degrees

meet at the iris garden - we will have a short hike, bring a snack, and we may get to see the horses!
directions - make your first right after entering the gate!

happy hiking!

hike report - friday, march 5

we met at warner park nature center, hiked about 1/3 of a mile in about an hour. we had 2 mamas and 5 kiddos. we had plenty of mud and lots of fun. grateful for the galoshes, as the creek was a friend to all!

after our hike, we played hard in the 'mud pit' and then had snacks together.

small group, but great time!

happy hiking!