Memorial Day Weekend is always a great time for a camp or hike. This year we attempted to get a group to go to Rocky Point, Mexico with us, but everyone already had plans or didn't have a passport. We put that adventure on the back burner and decided to do spend a night in Madera Canyon instead.
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| Testing out our new pack and play. It folds small enough to fit in a suitcase |
It was pretty hot in the sun, but really nice in the shade. The campground was really rocky and on a slight hill. Elliot and his buddies COULD NOT figure out the skill of walking on this mildly treacherous ground. They were constantly biffing it. Tears were shed. Band Aids were applied.
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| This is my new favorite picture of Annie |
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| The early crew |
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| Walking to the (almost completely dry) stream |
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| He kept falling even on the obstacle free road! This kid is super smart but needs to work on his "walking on inclines" skills. |
The kids went to bed pretty well, although I eventually found out that Elliot had commandeered the old phone that we use as a sound machine while camping. He was lounging on our air mattress playing games. I eventually had to take the phone out of the tent and have him fall asleep without the white noise.
The grown ups had a fun time playing citadels by lantern light and talking a lot about vegetables and other fascinating topics.
I am proud to claim the title of last one out of bed the next morning, having slept in until 7. We had overnight oats for breakfast and leisurely broke down camp before heading over to another (completely dry) section of the creek.
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| At least there were sticks! |
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| Madera Canyon is known for great bird watching. This family of Blue Jays was hanging out near our campsite. We also spotted a wild turkey! |
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