Day 211 – Butterfly Zoo

Ok, let me start by saying that I never knew there was such a thing. Because of this blog, I have been looking up things in my area and surrounding towns to do and when I saw this I just knew I had to do it- I have always loved butterflies! (I even have a butterfly tattoo on my ankle that I got when I was like 19 or 20 years old). Anyhow, it’s only a few towns away in Tiverton, RI. Today was a beautiful, sunny day with a slight breeze and in the high 70’s so I knew right away it was the perfect day to go.

When we pulled up to the zoo, I noticed right away all of the greenery everywhere. There were plants and flowers of+ multiple species. When you go in, it’s almost like a great big greenhouse. When you walk in- a feeling of true serenity, peace and calm immediately wash over you. There are butterflies everywhere, fluttering around to and fro. Butterflies of all sizes, colors and shapes are everywhere you look. Then once you look a bit closer, you begin to notice the details….the caterpillars on the branches, the chrysalis waiting to hatch, we even saw butterflies mating (well I never!) lol.

If you stand still and just put your arms out and wait patiently, they will begin to land on you. Their touch is light as a feather and you can feel their core move as they slowly flap their wings. I had one land on my hand and it was awesome! Then another one landed on my purse as I was walking and my mom was able to get a picture. The staff at this zoo were both knowledgeable and friendly and I will say that the experience was unique, fun and educational. #greatintentiongreatday #HGAL