The second event Mark and I had been anticipating all summer was camping with our friends Brenna-Lynn and Trent. Originally we had booked a 2 night backcountry canoeing trip in the Haliburton Highlands, but due to my work schedule we were only able to go for 1 night. We made the most of our 2 full days though, and had an incredible time. We were glad that Brenna and Trent were able to stay longer and get the most out of their vacation time.
Camping on Clear Lake brings back lots of memories for Mark and I. This is where we both camped when we did the SALT program at Widjiitiwin, and also where we brought our campers when we directed that program 5 years ago. It's one of my favourite spots in Muskoka - the lake is true to its name, and the site is on its own island, complete with a rock perfect for sunbathing, and a cliff jump!
It felt sooo good to be back on the water again in a canoe! We love canoeing and hope to make trips like these a tradition in our own family.
We only had one short portage, which Brenna and I obviously handled like champs:
Us girls had a blast planning our menu. Although the boys were skeptical at first and argued that we had brought too much food, I think they were thrilled with our 'gourmet' meals. Our first night's dinner of steak, veggies, and corn on the cob was honestly one of the best meals I have ever eaten! Everything tastes better when it's cooked outside and over the fire.
Though the weather was completely erratic, we made the most of any time we had to swim, read, and talk. Our time was so refreshing and we are so thankful for it!
It was pretty hard to leave these views!!
Until next year...thanks Bren and Trent for a wonderful time in the backcountry!!
