Good Weather Day

With dire predictions of rain and thunderstorms, it was a relief to see the sun shining brightly this morning. Eighty kindergarten and first graders from Rolling Green Urbandale School were scheduled to visit the Arboretum and rain would have been an unwanted wet experience for these first time visitors.

Kori Lawson, Nancy Kunce and I had a great time with this school group. Kori took the kids to the "V" bridge to learn about tree leaves, Nancy explored the prairie comparing the burned prairie areas to those areas with last years grasses. The kids and I examined plum tree flowers to learn about fruits and seeds.

The kids were very knowledgeable about flowers and plants. One group named the grasses brushing against their legs, "ticklegrass" they were having such a good time.

All four classes enjoyed lunch at the pavilion. After the morning group left, we led the afternoon students on the planned walks and activities. Everyone enjoyed the warm afternoon sun, budding tree leaves and dandelions. By the way, do you like butter?