Claws & Paws

For Kristin, who's tired of looking at beach pictures...

We decided to go to Claws & Paws to fill some time on vacation. We weren't quite sure about the place at first - it was rather rustic with dirt trails and outhouse restrooms - but it was actually a really nice place. The first attraction was the majestic lion who started the tour off on a good note. He was absolutely beautiful. Speaking of beautiful ... here is my over dramatic son, who acts more and more like his father every day - good grief!

Need I say more?

The petting area was a lot of fun mainly because of one very intelligent goat.

As soon as I put money in the machine he was up on his hind legs trying to get into the slot where the food came out - and he was as gentle as can be. It was so cute. Spencer got a kick out of getting more food.

Here are a few more pictures of our day...

The sink area outside the restrooms - notice the little pump peddle you had to press with your foot to make the water come out.

Glad this wasn't a spittin' camel.

The kids had fun discovering fossils at the archealogical site.

The new crocodile hunters ... aren't they brave?

Thought this was a cute picture of Rick and Luke even though I can't remember what they're looking at.

Can't help but point out the "Do Not Feed" sign. Way to go, Rick!

And here are the kids with their special gifts to help remember the day - with Spencer holding Malia's panda bear stuffed animal. How could we possibly leave her out?