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Swimming in the San Gabriel River with 5 year old and 9 year old. The boys love to swim in the river. This river is pretty low all year around the highest water level is usually right after the snow melts in the Los Angeles Forest / Big Bear Mountains. The San Gabriel river is highest from March to May, as the snow melts the river below swells. But even then the water is not deeper than 3 feet. ~Eileen Felix . *Please feel free to Subscribe and Like video to support Hiking with Kids TIPS for Hiking with Toddlers under 3 feet tall or Non Swimming small children While I have my toddler I carry the items across the river first then carry him across. . . . We brought all our essentials: +Backpack (to carry essential items) +Plenty of water in water bottles or Hydroflask bag with tube mouth piece (makes it easier to drink water while moving. Instead of having to stop to look through backpack or carry water bottle on hand) + Nuts and granola bars +Fast sugars like dried fruit, mango, apricots, raisins or (Cut up fruit then carry in tupperware) +Clif bars or energy bars +Change of clothing + Small towel +Shoes with traction such as hiking shoes like Hi-tec, Bearpaw, REI Store, Running, athletic shoes +Sunglasses +food sandwiches for lunch(togos, subway, mikes) Body Care Items: Sunscreen, hat, body lotion, These are some essential items to bring while hiking. Hiking with kids means we need to bring their items as well. I recommend they have their own back pack. Extra items: + waterproof case for phone +change of shoes + fanny pack to get phone our easier to take pictures and videos If you are new to hiking there are a couple things to keep in mind. 1. You will be hungry after 2. Your children will sleep like babies that night 3. Being in nature is healing 4. Take deep slow breathes when you feel frustrated or scared. 5. Always stand your ground For Safety: 1. Bring whistle 2. Be aware of your surroundings 3. Be aware of the people who pass by. What are they wearing? In case you have to remember them later 4. Stand your ground Hiking Etiquette: 1. Stay on the right side of the path 2. Greet fellow travelers with a friendly hello or have a good day. Any thing short and sweet to keep a good vibe and as a emotional/intention check in with fellow travelers. 3. Wait on the side with there is only enough space for one person to cross. 4. Say thank you 5. Clean up after yourself. Leave NO TRASH behind. Take trash with you back. (There are usually metal trash bins by the restroom or bring a small trash bag if needed. ) Thank you. Subscribe and like videos to support page. Any questions feel free to ask in comment section or Email at [email protected] https//www.linktr.ee.com/thetealmermaidgoddess Hiking Guide Available email to Book