FIRST Camping Trip

Outside of camping in the backyard, this was our first real experience in the wilderness. We went over Labor Day weekend, and every designated camp spot we could find was taken. So we found our own little place to set up camp. We spread out a blanket to sit on to eat - pinic style. Allison and Mason had a great time playing in the water and we did some crafts. Later we took a little nature walk and looked at all the things in the woods.

Mason and Allison were a little bit nervous around the campfire. They knew it was hot and they did not want to get burned.

We survived the night and this picture is the next morning. The kids were surprised how cold it got. They are drinking their hot chocolate - with extra marshmellows! Allison is so afraid of the dark....we had to have plenty of light in the tent in order for her to sleep. Mason...he needed to stay warm. His little body had to work a little harder to generate enough heat to get him through the night.

Outside of the many loads of laundry upon return....we all had a great time. We look forward to many more camping trips together in the mountains. In case you were wondering about Andrew, we left him at home with Nana.