We took our annual trip to the Uintas this past weekend. We got lost a few times... a little unusual for us, but it all seemed to work out. As always, Jason caught the most fish, Jake harassed the local wildlife, Jenn made the trip better, and I tripped over loose rocks and logs a lot. Krystal was impressive to watch. This was her first backpacking trip, but she managed to haul a heavy load and stay upbeat. Nice work everyone!
Jenn loves the before shot. Look how happy and full of energy we are. Notice that there is no after shot. I think we were all too tired to remember to take another picture.
I am not sure what you'd call this pose... You'll have to ask Jenn.
What a good kid. Jason, up bright and early, is ready to move on to better fishing.
Jake and Krystal... I think that he is rubbing off a little on her. Although I have to admit he seems to have picked up some good habits, too.
The view from above: Here I am filtering water for the next leg of the trip - 4 miles and 1500 feet of elevation. Thanks for not spitting on my head.
Jason demonstrates his unbelievable ability to lure fish into doing whatever he wants them to. He is the fish whisperer.
I made this trebuchet to defend our camp from an unruly scout troop that decided to camp next to us. I should have made a water cannon though, since they tried to set the forest on fire later that evening. Actually, I am not sure what this thing is really called, but it is so you can cook over the fire. You hang a pot on the end of the stick hanging from the rest of the tripod. I saw Ray Mears do it on TV. He's my hero. Anyway, I built this thing and we never got to use it. Oh well, maybe it will serve to confuse the next group of campers who stay here, like Stonehenge.
Jenn helped me build this thing. It worked pretty well providing enough space for all three of our stoves and adequate protection from the winds.
Here we huddle it out during a rain storm on our last full day in camp. This little tarp came in handy and it was nice to have some space and not have to hunker down in our tent.
Heading home. The trail proved to be a bit more that we all expected. It didn't help that I lead us the wrong way for a while. I have to admit that it was a lot of fun, but I was glad to see the parking lot and be heading home for a warm shower. Total length: 21 miles, 5 days, 4 nights.
Jenn loves the before shot. Look how happy and full of energy we are. Notice that there is no after shot. I think we were all too tired to remember to take another picture.
I am not sure what you'd call this pose... You'll have to ask Jenn.
What a good kid. Jason, up bright and early, is ready to move on to better fishing.
Jake and Krystal... I think that he is rubbing off a little on her. Although I have to admit he seems to have picked up some good habits, too.
The view from above: Here I am filtering water for the next leg of the trip - 4 miles and 1500 feet of elevation. Thanks for not spitting on my head.
Jason demonstrates his unbelievable ability to lure fish into doing whatever he wants them to. He is the fish whisperer.
I made this trebuchet to defend our camp from an unruly scout troop that decided to camp next to us. I should have made a water cannon though, since they tried to set the forest on fire later that evening. Actually, I am not sure what this thing is really called, but it is so you can cook over the fire. You hang a pot on the end of the stick hanging from the rest of the tripod. I saw Ray Mears do it on TV. He's my hero. Anyway, I built this thing and we never got to use it. Oh well, maybe it will serve to confuse the next group of campers who stay here, like Stonehenge.
Jenn helped me build this thing. It worked pretty well providing enough space for all three of our stoves and adequate protection from the winds.
Here we huddle it out during a rain storm on our last full day in camp. This little tarp came in handy and it was nice to have some space and not have to hunker down in our tent.
Heading home. The trail proved to be a bit more that we all expected. It didn't help that I lead us the wrong way for a while. I have to admit that it was a lot of fun, but I was glad to see the parking lot and be heading home for a warm shower. Total length: 21 miles, 5 days, 4 nights.
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