Camp Senator Wash

Last weekend, we did a trial run for our camping trip this summer. The goal: to take all our gear and tools and put them (and ourselves) to the test. We needed to make sure we have everything we will need, and that we know how to use it!

I thought it was also a good time to assign responsibilities. There's no room for free-loaders on a camping trip.



Everyone helped with the tent and gathering firewood.

While Dad chopped the wood, the boys made a fire ring nearby.
They did such a great job!
Especially for the first time! After the ring was ready and the wood was ready, Ev found some horse poo to really get the fire going! What kind of a marine would he be if he couldn't build a great fire?!

We enjoyed the peace and quiet of the open desert. No other people in sight. A crackling fire.

The night was quiet and full of so many stars. I expected to hear some coyotes, but heard only the odd bird or insect.

The sun comes early in the desert. I was awake at 0430, with plenty of time to catch the sunrise.

We were sleepy, but excited and happy campers.

I was really excited to try my thrifted cast iron skillet on our new camp stove. Everyone said the eggs and sausages were yummy. I think all food tastes better in camp.