Kids Home? Get Out!
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nless you were already homeschooling your children, the kids being at home is something new. Many of us are at home with our kids because of the pandemic. Schools will be figuring out how to keep the children learning by taking courses online, video chats, or some other technology that brings schoolwork into your home. That means we will not only be parenting but will also become their parttime teacher. Well, I definitely remember my favorite class, Physical Education. With malls and most retail outlets shut down, along with city parks that restrict the number of visitors, that means you will need to get creative. It is important to get outside and take a break from schoolwork, electronics, or just being cooped up inside. Luckily, we live in an area that has a vast number of outdoor opportunities. The next pages are going to guide you to three trails where you will be able to avoid crowds and easily keep to social distancing recommendations. All three of the trails require a quick car drive; remember to take liquids. Hopefully, we will be back to normal soon. Maybe when that happens, we will remember how nice it was to get outside and enjoy our amazing trails. Hikes might just become your new normal.
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