Helena has loved hiking since she learned to walk! Her favorite things to do when we travel are go hiking and learn about local wildlife.
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Receive Text UpdatesHelena loves to explore new places, learn about animals, and watch beautiful sunsets. While traveling around the US in our RV, she loves visiting national parks. She enjoys the challenge of a difficult hike, and especially the rewarding views from the summit. She loves to be outside- whether it’s on our front porch, climbing a mountain, or swimming in the ocean.
Helena loves all animals, and can’t choose just one. She loves birdwatching, which she does often with her great-grandmother. They enjoy reading Birds&Blooms together! She loves horses, and has recently started riding lessons. She hopes to someday live on a farm. On our most recent family vacation to Alaska, her favorite things were whale watching and looking for moose. Seeing a mama moose with her newborn was the highlight of her trip!
While at home in Ohio, Helena loves going on walks with her best friend Rocco (our Shepherd/Rottweiler mix), playing in our backyard creek, and going swimming. Rain or shine, she always wants to be outdoors! When traveling, she loves hiking and snorkeling. She is always on the lookout for local wildlife, whether it be in the forest or the ocean.
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