Friday, June 25, 2010

The Great Bug Adventure @ Fontenelle Forest

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Today was the open house at the Fontenelle Forest: The Great Bug Adventure. After going to the Dino open house last year, the kids could not wait to see the bug surprises!

We arrived early to make sure we had a place to park. We were able to go downstairs and check out the buggy things down there before making our way outside to see the BIG BUGS! I mean these things are HUGE! There are 9 bugs all around the boardwalk (and one in Acorn Acres!). The featured bugs are the Damselfly, praying mantis, spider, ants, ladybug, daddy long legs, dragonfly, assassin bug, and the grasshopper. They artistic bugs were really cool. The real bugs were crazy! We practically ran through the exhibit getting eaten by real bugs the entire time. We are all covered in mosquito bites! Although it was hot, it was not so bad since the forest shades the boardwalk for the most part.

Back inside, the kids got lot of bug treats and surprises: lady bug gum, bug toys, bug beach balls, bug catchers...your get the point (a lot of "stuff."). Then we went down and watched "A Bug's Life," while having some "bug juice," fruit, veges, trail mix and dessert. The food was much healthier than last year, and that made everyone happy. The sandwiches were a little odd and not kid friendly, but the food was much improved and appreciated.

The crowds were trailing in, so it was time for us to go. The kids had a bag full of goodies and were excited to check them out. We all got to visit the Forest and see some great big bugs, real and in art. If you get a chance, check out the bugs at Fontenelle Forest.

Going to visit the Bugs at the forest? Here's what to bring...
Snacks and water
BUG SPRAY is a must! The bugs are CRAZY there right now!!
play clothes
comfortable shoes
sun screen
a bug catcher...:)
and your camera


Have fun!

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