49 people - 27 adults, 22 children (6 months-17 years old) + 12 dogs
- Friday night arrival - greeted by friends & dogs, ready to eat taco soup & rice crispy treats
-Saturday morning - early rise, sounds of children "whisper-talking," visit the lake dock, boat/trailer/truck stuck in water!
- all day children running, playing, shouting, laughing, riding bikes/scooters (yours or mine)
- yummy blueberry pancakes from from the griddle for Saturday breakfast
- EUMC camping t-shirts, rubber band design & colorful tie dyed creations in grass, adults helping children, children helping adults
- Mid-day lull ... hike? boat ride? nap?
- Afternoon snacks - perfect timing, fresh fruit, potato chips & dip - yummy! : )
- Visit from Pastor Kaye - what a nice surprise!
- Late afternoon crafts for kids, thanks to Katie
- Hanging out at picnic tables, playing Go Fish
- Spontaneous soccer game starts before dinner, mainly children with Marie & Katie, lots of running & energy ... running with the dogs, too!
- hot from grill - hot dogs or veggie burgers, you decide what will go with a glorious salad bar ... then ice cream!
- Evening campfire - flames crackling to roast marshmallows (gluten free, vegan options), add chocolate & graham crackers (GF ones too) ... S'MORES!!!!
- Rousing game of "Spoons" - not sure who is the "true" winner!?
- Another night early to bed - this time fast asleep until early morning lightning, thunder & downpour
- Sleepy greetings over Sunday breakfast, fond farewell as we pack up, clean out cabins, check with "favorite" park ranger & depart for home ... anticipating 2014!
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