We spent three nights (Sept. 24-27, 2008) atWild River State Park, my first camping trip in over a decade.
Living in St. Paul, there is always the noise of traffic. I needed to experience the quiet of the Boundrey Waters, or of my annual canoe trips down a river, where the only sounds heard are the sounds of Nature. Upon our arrival on Wednesday, we got site A-14. It was quiet. I was the only camper in the A loop.http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/maps/state_parks/spk00254_camp.pdf There were only two other campers in the park! It was heaven.
We had two exciting experiences. First, during the second evening while I was reading and Jack was laying nearby, suddenly near our campsite, a preditor got his prey. The death scream was loud and scary. I was startled. Jack immediately got up and growled loudly, the first time I've heard him growl. I like to think that Jack saved me from also being attacked by a bear, a pack of wolves, or some other beast. Second, as the above photo shows, while biking I noticed a snake crossing the bike path. Jack, wasn't very interested in a petty garter snake, but I was.
We explored the park by bike, but next time I'll bring my bike with the pet carrier so Jack doesn't get too much exercise and we can travel farther.
Now I'm busy planning our next trip. I want some fall colors.
2 comments:
I am so happy you are camping! What a beautiful place. Your pictures were great. Keep us informed on upcoming travels. there is something to be said about getting back to nature. I know I need it. It brings great balance to my life.
If the weather becomes too cold, you and Jack should check out the camper cabins at the state parks. They are inexpensive and they come with a screened in porch a bed, table, and stove for heat. There is also a fire ring outside. Great for fall time.
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