July Camping

The last weekend in July we went camping. We knew we wanted to go, but we didn't want to go really far. We went up Provo canyon to Hope campground. We have been there before and have really enjoyed it. It was fun because not only did my brother Peter and his family join us, but my brother David's family came up too. My sister Marie and her family were even able to come up in the evening for treats. We feel so lucky to have nice areas to camp so close by.
It was a lot of fun. Anna had a wonderful time rolling in the dirt. I don't think we were there for more than 15 minutes and she was completely covered in dirt. She had tons of fun playing with her cousins, running around, climbing trees, and eating treats. I'm sure we will go back again next year.
Enjoy the pictures!

Devin playing with his new ax.

Anna having fun. Look closely at the dirt all over her.

Anna and Zach checking out Zach's new flashlight.

Zach was ready to put a log on the fire.

Thank you Marthe for bringing Spencer's leftover birthday cake. That was a great appetizer for dinner.

David had fun carving a little "man" out of wood. And being fire monitor.

Peter needed to test out Devin's ax too.

Everyone had some good sitting time.

Unlike Anna, Liz did not like being dirty at all.

There was a good climbing tree for the kids. No MAJOR injuries occurred because of this tree. :)

Campfire food is the best.

Campfire treats are especially good when that includes leftover pudding from making dough boys.

When the pudding is gone life can get really hard.

It was a perfect evening to eat and talk and enjoy being outside.

This is what Anna's shirt looked like by the end of the day.

We were able to get all the kids together for one group shot right before we went home. They are a really fun bunch. Constant entertainment.