Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Butterfly House

One of the places we visited on our way to Dallas, was the Butterfly House in Chesterfield MO.



It was super hot out, so we really didn't take long to explore any of the outdoor attractions.  Inside we first saw a butterfly movie, where we did learn some things about butterflies that we never knew.  Then we checked out all their displays, including some insects which normally aren't considered so beautiful such as cockroaches, spiders, and more.  (* shudder *)  Then, on to the butterfly house which was filled with over 60 species of butterflies and 150 tropical plants.  It was very beautiful, loaded with flowers and plants and even a waterfall!





Everyone was off looking for butterflies and taking lots of pictures!





Kyle was using his brochure and identifying every butterfly he could.  :-)  He was doing great!



Delaney was intent on taking as many pictures as she could with her iPod Touch.



And, of course, there were butterflies!  Lots and LOTS and LOTS of butterflies!!!





















Sometimes, they were even sneaking up behind you.



It seemed like everywhere you looked, there was a butterfly.  It was pretty darn hot in there, or I think everyone would have been happy to stay longer. 





We took pictures at the beautiful butterfly bench towards the exit and headed out.  They had us in a little mirrored double-door area, where we all had to check for any stray butterflies who had tried to hitch a ride out.  After we were cleared, we were on to our next vacation event.

Much more to come...

Ken, Dani, Dee & Kyle
 

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