We had looked forward all week to this weekend. The forecast looked great and Andrew had 3 days off! Thursday the kids and I spent the day packing and getting everything we would need for our big camping trip. Andrew's boss had told us about a lake that was full of rainbow trout, he even offered us his boat. We took him up on his offer and drove over 220 miles South near the Canadian border past Tok. Most lakes near Fairbanks were packed and anything towards Denali was packed. We knew we wanted to get away from the crowds and just enjoy some peace and quiet. The lake did not disappoint. Thursday night and Friday we were the only ones there!!! Friday evening 1 guy showed up and then Saturday a family showed up but besides that we had the place to ourselves!!
We set up camp not too far off the highway. The road down to the lake isn't accessible by a vehicle so we had to use the four wheelers to pull the boat down. We had so much fun out on the boat. The kids and the dogs did amazing!! We loved catching the rainbow trout! They tasted yummy too cooked out on the campfire!
Each day the kids started out nice and clean and by the end they were filthy!! They had a blast. They played in the dirt, the water, and just all over. Lance repeatedly told us "This is the best day ever!!"
Our camper is just an enclosed trailer. It works perfect since we don't need windows when the sun is shining at midnight. We air up the air mattress, call in the dogs who are so wore out they don't cause a lick of trouble and close all the doors. It works perfect! Plus, our four wheelers and everything we need fit right in for the trip to and from.
The lake was so calm and beautiful! Several times moose would walk right out in the water to feed. They didn't care at all that we were there. I loved taking their pictures with my new camera. Now I just need another lens to zoom in a little closer.
We seriously could not have asked for a better weekend. God blessed us with beautiful weather, scenery and an amazing time together as a family. The kids loved every part of the day from helping make the fire, cooking on the campfire, making s'mores, fishing, shooting their bow, riding the four wheelers, hiking, and hanging out with mommy and daddy. We cant wait till our next camping trip!
I will say that I was super happy to get a nice cool shower and sleep in my own bed once we got home.
Looks beautiful!!
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