Where did we decide to go camping you may ask. Of course we picked the safest place in Minnesota. We chose a campground about 10 miles from Isabella, Minnesota. I’ll let that sink in for a few moments.
We (I) had been planning the location for months. And we (I) were not about to let a 93,000 acre fire get in the way. If you have never been to northern Minnesota at the changing of the seasons, with the changing of the leaves, you have missed something quite wonderful.
We were lucky enough to be there at near peak colors.
We were also fortunate that the weather and the wind were in our favor. Cool nights (about 40 degrees) and warm days (warm 60s) made for a very nice stay.
We were also fortunate to be able to spend a few days with our good friends, Catherine and Clint.
Yes, we have changed our camping techniques.
It is funny how, as one gets older, it is less fun sleeping in a tent. We have opted to take our home with us :-)
One of the things I found amazing was how quiet the night was. I was also amazed how dark it was. When I opened my eyes while laying in bed, it was pure blackness. It was amazing.
On our walks, we did see some very nice scenery.
The campsites were also uniquely configured. Many of them had different levels.
Now, we are back at home and, while we hear noises in the night and it isn’t complete darkness when we are in bed at night, the changing of the season has followed us south.
I guess that means it won’t be long before I’ll be blogging about Joyce and her adventures of winter snowblowing.
