Staycation Day #2

Day #2 of our staycation involved a trek out to Leesburg Animal Park, about an hour's drive away. God blessed us with another beautiful day, which was perfect considering our destination.

The LAP consisted of two activities-- seeing the animals, and exploring Pumpkinville. First stop for us? The animals. Leah and Hunter had a chance to see and pet all sorts of farm and exotic animals: lemurs, tortoises, donkeys, goats, bunnies, sheep, pigs (Leah's favorite), porcupine, servals (or as Leah called them, "the kitties"), gibbons, alpacas, camels, and zebras. Although the kids couldn't pet the exotic animals, they did have a chance to walk around with and pet the farm animals.

After seeing the animals, we took a lunch break before venturing into Pumpkinville. Then it was time to play and explore! Although both kids enjoy jumping on the bed, only Leah wanted to go in the moonbounce. Hunter preferred the giant slide (especially since Daddy went down with him). Then they checked out a giant spiderweb, before we headed over to the pond. Much to our surprise, there was a school of hungry catfish at the pond's edge, feeding. WE couldn't believe the sheer number of them!

We explored the park some more: found a tricycle race track next to the zebras; climbed inside an old, dilapidated bus (which kind of spooked me out!); and discovered a giant pile of hay (much to Leah's delight, especially when she could cover Hunter with it).

Alas, all good things come to an end, and soon it was time to go. But... not without stopping at the gift shop for a little something to remember the day by, and an ice cream treat. While we were sitting at the picnic table enjoying our treats, one of the animal workers came out with a tiny pink kennel, and sat down at the other end of the table. She had two 1.5 week old piglets with her (Stella and Darla)-- too cute! Of course, Leah was THRILLED, especially when she had a chance to pet them. Both little piglets tried climbing out of the bucket, probably in an effort to get to Leah and Hunter's ice cream.

Ahh, what a great way to end "the best day ever!" (according to Leah and Hunter both). 

Leah wasn't afraid at all of the animals. She'd walk right up to them.

I think she was a bit surprised by how coarse the pig's bristles were. She didn't spend much time petting one of her favorite animals.

Hunter, however, was NOT so interested in petting the animals. Apparently the little donkey kept following him around, looking for some love.

Scott to Hunter: "Do you want to stick out your tongue at the camera?" *sigh*

The pirate ship playground.

Enjoying an apple cider break. Yum!

He won't pet the animals or go in the moonbounce, but he'll slide down a giant slide. I don't get it.

Best lookin' fly I've ever seen in a spider's web.

Watching the catfish.

See what I mean about the bus? Spooky! I wouldn't want to ride it!

The only tractor "ride" they took that day.

I tried getting a good photo of the two of them, but you can see how well they cooperated. 

Practicing her pouty face (not sure why).

Peek-a-boo!

 

Stella and Darla-- so stinkin' cute!

In hog heaven! (Couldn't resist!)

Think he enjoyed his Spiderman pop?

Carting home their goodies!