more camping, less cowbell
June 9th, 2009
We went camping, again, this past weekend. But, this time we started off the weekend canoeing down the Russian River, through the wine country. What a blast! Like every other place I’ve floated down a river, there are a number of outfitters who have set up shop on the banks who will rent all the equipment required for your float.
Our trip was coordinated through Russian River Adventures, the owner of which designed and sells SOAR inflatable canoes. His boats were in great condition, and his route was a scenic and well marked 8 mile point to point with a rope swing. With lunch, rope swinging and some splashing about in the water, it was a 4 hour float for the families.
The remainder of the weekend was spent “camping” at the Wine Country KOA. Yes, a KOA. You know, a camping theme park where they substitute Ks in place of Cs. Other than the small size of the sites, it was a dream vacation for the kiddos. This place has a stocked pond, pool, hot tub, mini golf course, several playgrounds, picnicking benches scattered about, and clean bathrooms. Every night was movie night, tho our kids were all passed out in the tent shortly after the sun went down.
Perhaps the biggest attraction was the motorcycle in the gameroom:
Hot tubbers:
Sylvie and Toby playing house. The log was their baby.
Will doesn’t like to pose:
