This past weekend we got to take the camper out for its first trip of the year. We have been trying to get into Banning State Park for a couple years and it is always full on the weekend we want to go. It is a very popular park. So in March I decided to look to see what was open and was happy to see I could get in. We also invited Jane, Paul and Hannah, Larry and Connie and Tim and Julie to come. They got the last three electric sites that were open.
We could not have asked for a better weekend, the weather was perfect. We were surprised at how quiet the park was even with all the people there. We loved the park. The hiking trails were great. We managed to drag the dogs along on several hikes. They were pretty much exhausted by the end of the weekend. We also took the kayak on the river. We only did a calm part, but we were told the rapids are a lot of fun if you know what you are doing. Since we do not we did not try them.
I would recommend checking
Banning State Park out if you get a chance. If you don't want an electric site you will have an easier time getting in.
The Kettle River
Hannah giving Julie and Tim some instructions for their fist ever kayaking trip
The view down the river from our kayak
Tim and Hannah
Julie and Tim
One of the many hiking trails we took the dogs on.
Otis needed a rest so we tied him down :)
Wolf Creek
I released Otis from his hitching post and let him cuddle with me.
We meet up with Connie, Larry and Spike on the trail.
It was a great weekend. It was nice to have the camper out and spend time with friends enjoying nature at its best.
Sharon
