Today, fueled by a conversation at the local dog park, I decided if I'm going to raise kids in this neighborhood, I should start exploring it. So as soon as Mike left for his fantasy football draft I hopped on my bike and explored. I wish I'd brought a camera.
First I found what I think has to be the largest beaver dam on the Northside. It's right where the Humboldt Greenway Path comes to an end, just after you cross a footbridge into Brooklyn Center. I think I saw one of the beaver kids scramble up a tree. Initially I thought it was a large, really fuzzy squirrel.
Then, headed toward the North Mississppi Park. On my way there, I learned there is a cricket field where a very large group of Indian men gather to play. The bright green and yellow clothes they wore were stunning. For a second I thought I might be in Ireland again.
The North Mississippi Regional trails weren't as awesome by comparison. There was a very short part of the path near the river and surrounded by wetlands, which I enjoyed. Then you pass a fantastic splash pool complete with water falls and picnic area, and from there the trail just gets further away from the soothing sounds of the Mississippi and much closer the roar of the freeway. I could have kept going--it might have gotten better, but I was pretty tired.
I was going to end my journey at Victory 44 but was more in the mood for Panera so now I'm home cooling off before eating and meandering out to get a med. veggie sandwich accompanied by black bean soup. Tonight will be less healthy, steak, guacamole, yum!
All-in-all, I think it is a pretty nice neighborhood to explore. Acceptable for any new explorer who joins our family.
1 comment:
Good for you, I think it's great that you are exploring. I think we all need to do that more often.
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