The clock and the weather allowed me some outdoor time this week and it was fabulous. I visited the Beaver Hills Biodiversity trail on my first outing. There was snow on the trail. The gusting winds could not get at it. There was not enough for snowshoes but I was able to take out the kicksled.
http://www.strathcona.ca/departments/communications/news/2016/9/9/new-interpretive-trail-biodiversity-experience/
I am so glad I made this purchase a couple of years ago. I hadn't heard of a kicksled before seeing a news clip of one in use at an Edmonton festival. Thanks to the power of Google, I found a local distributor and got one of my own. Last year I purchased a second one so my dad could use one through the winter.
I love being able to take it to the trails as it allows me to explore
longer ones. A 13km trail at Elk Island that would have taken me 3+
hours to walk took me half that time on the sled. It provides a seat
wherever I am so I can stop for a rest or snacks at anytime.
The sled is great for seniors. Dad cannot use his rollator in the snow but he can use the sled. It has handles to hold on to as he walks behind it; providing some security from slipping. If he needs to sit a bit, the seat is right there. It allows him some outdoor time in the winter.
My outing to the trail was quiet and peaceful and wonderful. The only sound heard was the crunch of snow under my feet and the sled runners. The forest was asleep and I enjoyed every moment of it.
The second outing this week was not to a trail but to an outstanding Christmas light display. It was not quiet but it was outdoors and got some Christmas spirit going.
There was every color of light bulb that you could imagine. They blinked and changed colors and rotated through color changing sequences.
The evening air was crisp. Bonfires burned to warm up cold fingers and toes. Hot chocolate was provided to those needing a warm drink. Children 'ooed' and 'ahhed' as they ran excitedly along the paths between the displays. I must say that I did some of the same; not the running but the 'ooing'.
http://www.leduccountrylights.com/
I am off work until January 2 and am looking forward to LOTS of outdoor time between Christmas and New Year's when my granddaughters come for a sleep over.
During this busy holiday season, be sure to take some time to enjoy the quiet and peacefulness of the outdoors. Take a short walk through the neighborhood to admire Christmas lights or head out to the backyard to watch the birds if you have only a few minutes. Breathe in the fresh, crisp air.
A new year is just around the corner and many people will make a resolution. How about one that doesn't cost anything but provides great health benefits for the body and soul. Take a daily walk outside. Challenge yourself to do it for 7 days in a row and then 7 more and keep on going.
Merry Christmas to all. Happy trails til next Friday.
The sled is great for seniors. Dad cannot use his rollator in the snow but he can use the sled. It has handles to hold on to as he walks behind it; providing some security from slipping. If he needs to sit a bit, the seat is right there. It allows him some outdoor time in the winter.
My outing to the trail was quiet and peaceful and wonderful. The only sound heard was the crunch of snow under my feet and the sled runners. The forest was asleep and I enjoyed every moment of it.
The second outing this week was not to a trail but to an outstanding Christmas light display. It was not quiet but it was outdoors and got some Christmas spirit going.
There was every color of light bulb that you could imagine. They blinked and changed colors and rotated through color changing sequences.
The evening air was crisp. Bonfires burned to warm up cold fingers and toes. Hot chocolate was provided to those needing a warm drink. Children 'ooed' and 'ahhed' as they ran excitedly along the paths between the displays. I must say that I did some of the same; not the running but the 'ooing'.
http://www.leduccountrylights.com/
I am off work until January 2 and am looking forward to LOTS of outdoor time between Christmas and New Year's when my granddaughters come for a sleep over.
During this busy holiday season, be sure to take some time to enjoy the quiet and peacefulness of the outdoors. Take a short walk through the neighborhood to admire Christmas lights or head out to the backyard to watch the birds if you have only a few minutes. Breathe in the fresh, crisp air.
A new year is just around the corner and many people will make a resolution. How about one that doesn't cost anything but provides great health benefits for the body and soul. Take a daily walk outside. Challenge yourself to do it for 7 days in a row and then 7 more and keep on going.
Merry Christmas to all. Happy trails til next Friday.
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