Parks

Like all kids, mine love going outside to play. We tend to have exceptionally hot Summers here so we are only able to play outside in the mornings. We have many local parks, though the one within walking distance doesn't have any shade. In the Summer, we explore other parks that offer ways to stay cool.

 

Grandma bought these outfits. Technically the outfit sweet daughter is wearing she bought the year before, but it took awhile to grow into it. Charming son couldn't figure out why in the world I would want him to help hold the flag up when she clearly had already done it.

This is part of a huge park. It's almost impossible to get photos of my kids without others in it, so there's only one photo. They love climbing the mountain and going up and down everything possible. This playground is part of a large park that we go to fairly often. It has an off road bike trail that my husband enjoys. It also has some basic hiking paths so we can wander through the woods to find a pond with ducks when the playground gets too crowded.

 

We have two splash parks within a very short drive from our house. This is the closest one. While there's no shade on the water or playground side, the water is cold and they have a blast.

What are some ways you stay cool outside in the hot Summer months?