In early August, we traveled to Rocky Mountain National Park with my parents. Since Mom and Dad travel out there almost every year, we had built-in tour guides! We hiked, played in streams, and explored the area. We participated in the ranger programs and Keara and Easton earned their Junior Ranger badges! I think they still had mine on file from 1984!! We had great weather and had a wonderful time. I keep hearing from Keara and Easton, 'when we going back to Colorado and roast marshmellons?'

Allen and I took off one afternoon and hiked up Deer Mountain. This is from the top.

We drove up Old Falls River Road and took a couple trails on the way up.
In front of Chasm Falls.
All of us in front of Chasm Falls.
Allen being "a good example" (huh-um) and crossing the stream!
Building dams.
Hiking up to Mills Lake. We hiked 6 miles that day- pretty good for little feet!
In front of Alberta Falls.
At Mills Lake.
A growly bear at the end of the trail!

Mmmm...

...smores!