snakes. mud season is a great time to look for animal tracks. be sure you wear good mud boots if you go out in the spring, though. if you are living in the city, it’s easy to forget that the woods take longer to warm up and dry out. i have made that mistake myself. it’s also often cooler in the woods, so be prepared.
preparation is key to taking young people out into the woods anyway. i always have water and snacks with me. oranges are a great refreshing hiking snack. i also have some kind of wash cloth or wipes, just in case. sweaters or jackets can be worn 