Zoo Field Trip

Planning a field trip is harder than it sounds. Between sending out permission slips, requesting funds, making sure the place is available, and planning for a bus, there is a lot of timing, coordination, and stress involved. 

And those are just the things I can control. 

I got two permission slips back yesterday- they were due back a week and a half ago. The weather this morning was not field trip friendly- it was down pouring like crazy. A grandma showed up at school to go on the trip with us and asked me where her grandson was- I don't know, did you bring him? (He was at the daycare next door- don't worry!)

All I wanted was for the bus to show up, take us to the zoo, and for the families have a decent time. 

It turned out to be perfect! It rained on the way there, but as soon as we got off the bus the rain stopped and the sun came out. 

Meerkats out to play

I can't remember what type of bird this is, but it was so active while we were near it.   It was pretty cool and the kids were amazed at how big it's wings were. 

This picture makes me laugh because it looks like the emu has tiny little legs. 

Kangaroo in action 

One of my girls really, really wanted to see zebras. Unfortunately, there are no zebras at this zoo. The rhino was a close second for her, but could never fill the place of a zebra. 

The coolest part of the day was watching this lion get fed. 

The kids (and adults) were very tired on the way back to school. I was so happy with how the trip turned out! And I won't have to plan another one until next year :)