We have four children, but Thomas is our child that we dubbed “hiker of the year” for 2025. He loves the outdoors and loves adventures!
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“I love chipmunks because they are so cute and furry and because I can always find them when I’m hiking.”
“My favorite outdoor activity is hiking!” Thomas loves hiking, especially in the National Parks. He went to 6 new parks in 2025. (Yellowstone, Grand Tetons, Canyonlands, Crater Lake, Sequoia and Kings Canyon). He is excited to go to Olympic, Death Valley and Great Basin National Parks this year!
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