Hayes is always ready for an adventure! He’s an explorer with a huge heart for others, animals, and all of God’s creation.
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Hayes says that what he loves most about nature is the animals because they are God’s creation and are fascinating. He loves to learn about all their “unique qualities.”
Hayes says that his favorite animal is “probably the cheetah because they are very fast and I am too!”
Hayes says that his favorite outdoor activity is going crappie fishing at the lake with his Pa.
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