My family got together a couple of weekends ago for our Annual Family Camping Trip to Woods Canyon Lake.
With 5 brothers, 2 sisters and all the spouses, nieces and nephews included in that group, a camping trip is the perfect way to all get together each summer.
The kids run all over the campsite, building forts and playing games; while the grown-ups play board games, chat, laugh and enjoy the cooler weather as much as possible.
The men spent their mornings fishing and my brother in law was awesome enough to send me some pics of my man. (Thanks, Jason!)
We were a smaller group than usual, but 24 people is still a crowd. Same as in past years, in lieu of preparing a breakfast or dinner for
the entire group, I was responsible for bringing along plenty of
desserts to share at night.
I baked the week before the trip and took the family’s favorite Monster Cookies, Brownies, and a few new treats that I’ll be sharing recipes for over the next couple weeks.
We played in the water at Canyon Creek on our last afternoon and it was our favorite day of our trip. The kids splashed their hearts out and the adults enjoyed the chance to cool down.
Of course, after we all cooled down, it started to rain and then proceeded to turn into a downpour complete with rivers through our tents. We wound up packing our gear and heading out that night instead of in the morning.
We spent a week at our cabin immediately following the camping trip. My husband hardly took a break all week as he was installing new windows and working on some other projects around the property.
Our little home away from home has been in progress for over two years now and I love that it is coming together so beautifully. The sky was gorgeous the entire week we were there and I found myself clicking pictures of it almost every time we went for a walk.
I just realized I’ve never shared any cabin pictures here on the blog. If I get ambitious, I may dig out some before and after pictures one of these days.
Let’s just say, the place used to be a scary sight! I miss my cute kitchen already. However, as much fun as it is to get away, it is even nicer to be home again!
Joanne says
So fun! I'm so glad to hear you guys had such a great trip!
Jenn S says
What a fun trip!! And I love seeing your kitchen in your cabin! Looks cozy 🙂
Pam says
Sounds like a fun trip, other than the rivers running through the tents!
Sue/the view from great island says
What a fun post to read, I feel like I was there…and I can't take my eyes off your kitchen! Do I get to come next year?
Tricia @ Saving room for dessert says
I'm with Sue – is this our blogger convention location? I think we should get together at your cabin and bake and blog and have a drink or two. How about it?
Mary says
oh, heck yes. I'll happily host! That sounds like a perfect weekend!
Big Dude says
I'm pretty sure I've never been tent camping when it didn't rain. Otherwise, sounds like a good time and the little stream looks good for fishing.
Magnolia Verandah says
What a great idea and a lovely fun time for all the family. I bet those rivers through the tents will be a highlight topic for next year's trip. Loving that kitchen but can't wait for the recipes.
Tricia @ Saving room for dessert says
That's a cabin? Looks pretty homey to me – absolutely lovely! And the rain – yup that was a good one. Love all the photos and so happy you had a great time.
Carla TePaske says
Wow, a great trip. I love your photos.
And I love your kitchen. 🙂