Hi again! 😁
Today Lily, River and I decided to take a tour through Medway Valley Heritage Forest. One of London, Ontario’s conservation areas. We’ve visited Medway many times over the years. In fact, Lily’s been visiting this place ever since she was a baby.
Anyways, I love that London has these patches of nature trails within the city. It’s refreshing and rejuvenating surrounding yourself in nature every once in awhile, away from the hassle and bustle of urban city life. London is fortunate to have these scenic significant areas, it’s so needed for our mental health and well-being.
Medway Valley Heritage Forest is one of my favorite conservation areas in London. Not only is it a neighbor to the Museum of Ontario Archeology, but it’s rich in the history of the Attawandaron people. First Nations people. Sometimes, of you’re lucky, you might find fossils and arrowheads. I’ve found fossils by the river before. But I’ve yet to find an arrowhead. Someday.
Anyways, we went another route that I haven’t been down in years. The kids are bigger now, and can handle steep hills and climbing over obstacles on the trails.
Also, since it was a pretty hot day outdoors, we stuck to the trails that were in the shade. Today was one of those days to be grateful for the shade that the trees provide.
We had fun crossing bodies of water by balancing and hopping from rock to rock. Looking for sparkley rocks. We helped eachother get past muddy patches in the trail. We even stopped in a couple spots for a snack/ water break.
We did run into other people on the trail. There were a couple of men hiking around that told us where to look for turtles. And a bit about the benefits of the plants that we just happened to be walking by. One of them noticed that I am First Nations, and announced to his friend that they were meeting one of the people that originated from here…. Kinda. In Canada? Yes. In London? No. My roots are more up north. But I appreciate the recognition and respect. Thank you.
Anyways, we got a lot exercise by running, walking, and climbing. Good healthy family fun. Not to mention a good way to get a break from screen time.
Not exactly a playground, or wading pool. But nature kind of provides its own play equipment and wading pools with logs, stumps, stones, and shallow waters. There’s lots to inspire imaginary play. Good free fun! Outdoors! Yaaaay! 😃
Anyways, I went a little snappy with the camera while we were out. I can’t really help it when everything looks so lovely. Lol But on the plus side, more for you to enjoy!
Medway Valley Heritage Forest is stunning, there’s no denying that. It’s definitely a superb spot for positive quality family time, or a hike with friends. I love it here. 😀
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