As soon as he could walk, Jayden was collecting rocks and sticks. Nature has always been his favorite toy.
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Learn moreIn his words, Jayden loves "lakes, and rivers, and lots of water stuff. And also hiking."
Axolotls because he likes their funny ears and their ability to regenerate. He also likes voles because they can smash stuff really hard and make a big crack.
Collecting sticks and rocks and playing in the mud.
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