It was become a Rite of Spring with the Midwest Glampers: a weekend gathering at Quaker Heights Camp near Eldora to plan our camping outings for the year. When I left home, my backyard was bare but the camp presented us with about a foot of snow and sub-zero wind chills on Friday. Fortunately, we were well prepared with outdoor gear, extra blankets, and maybe a few bottles of wine. And the furnace in the lodge worked well.
To get those creative juices flowing, we shared a loaded appetizer table Friday night, pancakes and toppings Saturday morning, and a yummy charcuterie board at noon. We also worked on various needlework and art projects Saturday morning as well as a jigsaw puzzle.
To get those creative juices flowing, we shared a loaded appetizer table Friday night, pancakes and toppings Saturday morning, and a yummy charcuterie board at noon. We also worked on various needlework and art projects Saturday morning as well as a jigsaw puzzle.
By the time we finished lunch on Saturday, we were ready to tackle our main task. Plans were made for trips to to state parks we haven't hit before: Nine Eagles at Davis City and Prairie Rose at Harlan. We will also try out two Wisconsin Corps of Engineers campgrounds, Grant River and Black Hawk. In June, some of the group will join me for all or parts of the Frannie Shoemaker Mystery Tour that the National Serro Scotty Organization is planning for several Iowa sites of the Frannie books.
That done, we headed outdoors for a little activity. Snowshoes and snow angels, as well as some everyday walking.
We finished off the day with a hearty supper and a group photo, after which Betty provided a variety of Fiesta Ware cups for Cake-in-a-Mug. Another successful planning weekend!
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