Boo at the Zoo

To initiate our fall break this year, we decided to attend Boo at the Zoo at Mesker Park Zoo in Evansville. Honestly, I can't believe that we had never been before, but I can safely say that this will be a new Smith family tradition. Although it was very crowded, it was a beautifully organized event that was well worth the trouble! For a small entry fee, we walked away with lots of free goodies, plus an evening of fun with awesome Halloween atmosphere. I've been to this zoo many, many times, but it truly felt like a completely different world with all the decorations, lights, and costumes.

Of course, it wasn't a perfect outing. Hudson was already sleepy and cranky by the time we arrived. It was my hope that he'd stay in the stroller as we toured the "haunted" zoo, but he was having none of it. At first, I let him walk with us, but it was simply too crowded and he refused to listen, so it was back in the stroller. And Ava, although she loved the experience, eventually grew tired of waiting in the lines for the various treats, games, and freebies. So ultimately we probably missed half the opportunities because we had to rush through and finish.

But still? I LOVED it! And I think (even amid some small issues) the kids did too. Of course, with so much activity going on, I barely got any photos, but here are the few I did manage. Notice, there are very few smiles. I guess sometimes having Mom with the camera is just too much. Oh, well!