Well since it’s Fall already, I figured I should update the blog with our summer adventures… mostly so I can remember where we have been!
If you read these posts, you know that we returned from our ‘Colorado and beyond adventure’ on June 12th. Tuesday June 15, our dealer called and said “ opportunity is knocking” and let us know there was an RV with our desired floor plan coming in the next weekend…it came in Thursday 6/17 and after scrutinizing it for 4 hours, we put a deposit on the rig! It’s all about the timing! We got the major things fixed on the Storm and dropped it off on 6/24 to sign the paperwork for the new Bounder (2018 Fleetwood Bounder with 7,000 miles on it… like new)!
We took off to Virginia Beach to stay with friends for the 4th of July holiday weekend and once home, we picked up the Bounder on 7/6, Sweet!
LAKE ANNA 7/15-18/2021
We decided to camp at Lake Anna in Virginia and the first picture was our first sunset viewed from the campsite. We were camped right near the lake and had a grand time with the Wetherbees getting to test out the new rig!
It was a very sweaty hike 2 miles down to the waterfalls and then two.miles.UP! OMG, what a climb in this humidity…but we all made it with the pup’s help! The next day was perfect for kayaking and swimming in the lake. The skies gave us a light show once back at the campground. Wonderful day!
CAYUGA LAKE, NY 7/29-8/1/21
Since 2020 pandemic life is still around, we gifted Chris and Cristina, at Christmas, a weekend in the finger lakes with us and the RV. We camped on the west side of Cayuga Lake at Spruce Row campground. It was nicely maintained and had a large portion of seasonal campers. We were among trees but quite close to the neighbors. Everyone was super friendly and there were family activities and a great pool.
The first full day we had kayaking scheduled but the wind was not making the lake kayak friendly… I don’t think I would venture on the water in any craft! Fortunately the kayak rental outfit was able to move our reservations to the next day which was perfect for playing on the lake.
In the evening we were off to find some live music. We started at one of our favorite breweries…Two Goats, on the east side of Seneca. Live music and ‘beef on weck’ sandwiches while watching the sunset and listening to music on the outdoor deck.
After Two Goats we stumbled upon the Grist Iron brewery, which was hopping with live music.
For late July, the weather was fantastic and we ended each night around the campfire. It is always special to spend some quality time with family. 💕
GRANDKIDS 8/10-12/2021
This year we ventured out with the grandkids a little further from home than usual. We ended up at Elk Neck State Park, Maryland on the MOST humid few days of August. Thankfully we had full hook ups and could bask in the air conditioning after playing and exploring outside. Addie started the trip not feeling her best but didn’t want to miss the trip so fortunately we are in an RV with all the comforts of home.
After checking out the swimming area and Chesapeake Bay, Owain and Addie went with Poppy to do some fishing while Emma and I played some games. Owain came back from fishing so excited, said he said they saw snakes and caught a big fish… and I believed him! In reality, no snakes and no fish 😏
The last day, we had time to walk to Turkey Point to check out the lighthouse and the point where Elk River and Chesapeake Bay meet. It was a great weekday excursion to Elk Neck. Love those kids.
FOLK FEST- 8/20-22/2021
Well, the folk song society tried to have an in person gathering at Spring Mountain (with no camping) but the week prior to the festival, the folk fest was changed to a virtual venue! Chris and Cristina were able to switch gears and host the second annual Rock Hill Folk Fest, virtual style. We moved the RV further up the driveway from its storage spot and commenced with the festivities.
Can’t have Folk Fest without crafts….
And Tie Dye 🌈 Yahoo!
This year we were joined by Joe and Judy as well as the Reilly clan and enjoyed every minute of festival family time. There is something to be said about camping in the shaded woods rather than the hot, sunny field of Old Poole Farm. This is the 60th annual folk fest and our 45th!!!!
SENECA LAKE 8/26-29/2021
Our second trip to the finger lakes brought us to Back Acres Campground which is the only private campground on Seneca Lake. It was wonderful! Small campground with a gravel road to the lake, private beach and dock with an area for bonfires along the water’s edge. Peaceful 😊
We came with Jeff and Becca and the dogs and were in site 17 with some space around us. There were awesome tent sites tucked in the woods and an array of cabins overlooking the water. Super clean and well maintained and friendly owners. The campground was about 1/3 of the way up on the west side of the lake.
Our first venture was to Watkins Glen State Park. As many times as we have been in this area, we have not walked the waterfall path in this park! The upper path was dog friendly and way more strenuous with 300+ steps to climb. Beautiful views and less crowded than the lower path. Next time we will do the lower path to see all of the waterfalls!
It started to drizzle a bit but it didn’t stop us from exploring the park. Then back to the campground to let the dogs out, dinner and a fire.
We had a leisurely morning then Paul and I went to Climbing Bines Brewery, recommended by a friend.
What a lovely day! We picked up Jeff and Becca and did some cider tasting…
After dinner, we stopped at the Finger Lakes Brewery and sat by the fire, listening to a live band and enjoying the view of Seneca. Later we ended up in Watkins Glen town and walked a bit, finding a solo guitarist that was playing in a pub. We were able to score some outside seats right by the open windows and enjoyed the music.
Off to Maine in September to use our timeshare points then One more RV trip planned in October to Chincoteague, Virginia with 2 other couples. Love retirement!