The paved trail can be traveled easily by bike or in-line skates. The last few miles are a bit bumpy on skates, but plans are in the works to smooth them. Off-road biking is almost endless. A map at the trailhead lets you know which routes to choose based on your ability level. Best bet is to start small and work your way to longer rides in the future so little ones won't get worn out.
Admission is a donation on the honor system.
The science museum is impressive and will bring children closer to understanding the physical world. Satellite camps and classes in Brandon, south Tampa, Pinellas Park and Clearwater bring select classes to children who can't make it to the north Tampa museum location. Travel camps for children in fourth grade and above take children fishing, on airboat rides and camping, to name a few. Sometimes they just have to be kids. And it's summertime.