We love Corps of Engineers campgrounds. They are not only reasonably priced--especially if you have a senior pass--but are usually well-maintained. We have enjoyed beautiful spots in Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, South Dakota, Georgia, Alabama, and on and on. The one exception in our experience is East Fork on Lake Lavon in Texas. We have stayed here several times because it is the closest campground to our son Pat and family. Last year, we complained about the potholes almost big enough to hide our truck and a shower house desperately in need of maintenance. The same toilet stalls and showers that were out of order the year before were still not working and the sink faucets sprayed sideways. Besides which it desperately needed a good cleaning.
So when we arrived on Thursday and encountered the same potholes, we were not optimistic. But, when we passed the shower house, we could see that it had either been renovated or was new. It is not fancy, but functioning. And get this, folks--two hooks in each one. On closer examination, we noticed spray paint markings on the worst of the potholes so maybe something is going to happen there, too. (Although why they think the workers couldn't find these chasms without the markings is beyond me.) Anyway, otherwise the sites are spacious with little shelters over the picnic tables so things have improved.
So when we arrived on Thursday and encountered the same potholes, we were not optimistic. But, when we passed the shower house, we could see that it had either been renovated or was new. It is not fancy, but functioning. And get this, folks--two hooks in each one. On closer examination, we noticed spray paint markings on the worst of the potholes so maybe something is going to happen there, too. (Although why they think the workers couldn't find these chasms without the markings is beyond me.) Anyway, otherwise the sites are spacious with little shelters over the picnic tables so things have improved.
Yesterday, Butch and Pat played golf and I spent a pleasant day at the campground, enjoying the weather and getting some writing done. Later we went to one of grandson Jack's soccer games which came with a lovely sunset. Then Pat and Jill fed us grilled chicken and broccoli for a great end to the day. Today, we will Take advantage of their laundry facilities and also check out a special Lego display nearby. Weather permitting, we will grill out tonight and have our first campfire of the trip. There is a slight chance of rain, but if they can fix the shower house, maybe the rain will pass by too!
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