Nature in LB

Last weekend we went to the Nature Center with my parents.  This is one of my favorite places in Long Beach, and we should go more often I always say.  Its our own bit of nature, just a mile or so from our house.  They are currently renovating, so its a little confusing to get around, but we will be back soon to see the final transformation.  The kids love it, run around with huge smiles, picking up sticks and pointing out spiders.  One time we actually saw a racoon at the edge of the stream, and watched it for some time.  This trip was the first one we have taken without the stroller.  They are growing up!  They also love the little museum, which is all hands-on.  (Much better than hands-off.)