When you make a summer out of a state park camping tour, you need to add a couple of new twists each time. For our stop at Natural Bridge in the Red River Gorge we tried to bake cinnamon rolls roasted marshmallow style. The results varied and the girls in particular were not convinced that we should try it again. Oh well, you miss all the shots you don't take.
When we first coordinated this weekend camping trip we invited Reese's friend Zoey and her family to join us. They ended up not being able to stay the night but they did drive out for the day to hike and hang out. Zoey, her brother Archer, and her mom Alexis went on a great hike with us to the top of the Natural Bridge on a pretty hot day. However, the views never disappoint.
Our campsite was actually pretty cool because it was the last one and it had easy access to the creek. The setting was perfect for post-hike cooling off. The parents had a beer and the kids played in the creek.
The parent cooling off session provided John with a very good opportunity to test his generosity. With only one Asheville-purchased can of Wicked Weed beer left he had to decide whether to offer it to Alexis or to pretend it wasn't in the cooler. We are happy to report that he was generous and unhappy to report that Alexis happily took that beer. Guess we need to go back to Asheville.
Zoey and Reese especially enjoyed the swimming hole that was literally next to our campsite. They didn't have bathing suits but who needs such amenities when you are roughing it in the woods.
These two have been friends since first grade, and they are a fun pair. Zoey is full of ideas and always has a lot going on, and Reese is game for anything Zoey puts out there. We were so glad Zoey, Archer, and Alexis were able to make the trip out for the day. Maybe next year we'll get them for the weekend.
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