The Rez

A few weeks ago we were able to get away to Huntington Reservoir with the Eichelbergers. They had invited us and we were so happy we could go camping with friends! We haven't been able to get much camping in this summer. It was a fairly close drive and you'd never know it was there if you weren't looking for it!

We had dinner in town and of course as soon as we were all set up the kiddo's  jumped at the chance to check the reservoir out. The section we went to was very rocky and I heard lots of complaints from Stella. Tristan was trying to surf off any small wave he could. Didn't have much luck. The boys all had fun playing on the raft the Eichelbergers brought with them. Our first night there the sunset was absolutely beautiful! It was a wonderful start to our trip!

 

 

 

The next morning the kids were up and ready to go back to the water as soon as breakfast was done! We headed to another part of the reservoir where it was less rocky and there was a big inflatable slide for anyone to play on. We spent a majority of our day there and the kids had a blast playing in the water and attempted some fishing. Ty got the first catch of the day!

 

 

 

 

That evening after dinner we did a little more fishing. The kids were trying to catch some crawdads with some raw chicken legs. Ultimately in the end it didn't work. However, there was some success with fishing. Each night was topped off with s'mores under the stars. One of my favorite parts of camping! Sunday night Tristan and Ty did a few skits to pass off some scouts certification. That was a good time had by all!

 

Saturday we went for a drive, found a lake, and did more fishing. It was a bit slow to begin with, but after a little time and patience T was on fire and caught 3! Stella had a bite but it got off. If nothing else the kids were able to get in some practice of casting and reeling in. Plus it was a beautiful view! In the evening we hung out at the rez and the boys had a mud fight, Stella and Bill played in the water, Melissa and I tried to stay out of the line of fire and find some shade on the dock.

Sunday morning Bill and I were able to get in a morning stroll around the lake before packing up and leaving. It was a great way to end our trip. (But then we had to actually pack up and the kids didn't care too much for that - but we'll pretend it ended on a good note!) We had lunch in a desolate place in the blazing hot sun on our way home. The kids shot some arrows at a target and that was the end of our weekend trip. It was fun and beautiful and relaxing. It was just what I needed! What I think all of needed.