insist that my kids stay against the wall because I find the track so unnerving.  Also, teach kids that they should not board a train without a parent.  If for some reason your child gets onto a train without you, make sure they know to get off at the next stop and wait in the terminal. Safety Tips for Traveling in the Country with Kids Tons of trees and room to ramble beckon kids to new level of freedom as they explore the beauty of nature.  Kids who normally spend their play time on paved streets and city playscapes need to know a few safety rules before the wander out into the great outdoors. All animals are wild animals~some wilder than others 1. Teach animal safety and respect .  Remind kids that wild animals are wild and will not be predictable.  Children should learn to keep a safe distance and never tease, provoke, or feed animals. 2. No Eating.  No drinking .   Berries and nuts found in the forest can be very tempting for little hands to pick and eat.  Warn kids that they should not eat anything that they find in nature without first checking with an adult.  Natural occurring water also may not be safe for drinking.  Teach kids to check before they eat or drink Wading in a very cold Colorado stream 3. Talk about water safety .  Wading in rivers and streams can be an exciting activity for kids in the country,  but natural bodies of