Ward Camp Out at Rucker Lake!

We had a ward camp out at Rucker Lake last week. We left on Thursday around lunch time. It was fun to see if we could fit everything in our car!

We fit, but Calissa had to sit right next to Conner which is never a great idea.  Somehow, they both managed to survive!

We got there mid afternoon and set up camp.  We were surprised to see another ward up there, but we made it work.

Friday morning after breakfast we went on a group hike with several families to Blue Lake.  We decided to go over the river and through the woods ...

But then had to go back over the river and through the woods because we were going the wrong way!

The gang!

Taylors, Rossi's, Capson's, Chapman's, Aikele's, Beards, and us

Happy Campers!

We finally made it to Blue Lake.  It was so beautiful and we got a nice work-out in!

Enjoying the cold water!

On our hike back, we saw this cool lizard/salamander looking creature.  It was pretty small, but had such vibrant colors!

Mike and Dale eating peanut M&M's off the ground after the bag rolled off the table!

(Some of the kids enjoyed sitting under the table and eating the extras too!)

The great thing about camping at Rucker lake is that there are canoe's and stand up paddle boards to use as well.  Here are Trav and I out on the beautiful lake.

Friday night we had a ward campfire.

We sang some songs, Trav gave a short message and then we roasted marshmallows for S'mores.  I might have bought a few too many S'mores!

We had a great turnout and most everyone had a terrific time.  I think we'll be doing a ward campout again in the future.

Goodbye beautiful Rucker Lake!