"Hungry Mother"

We ventured to Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia over the weekend with several other families. We had a crew of 9 adults, 14 children and 2 dogs.

When we made our reservations months ago, we had no idea that there was an art festival taking place during the weekend we chose. There was lots of activity and the weather was unusually cool. There was also rain but not heavy downpours like we experienced on our last camping trip.

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The festival brought lots of musicians to town.

Vendors were everywhere. The smell of blooming onions and kettle corn filled the air.

In addition to food, vendors sold all kinds of arts and crafts. I didn't buy anything, but had fun looking.

Although it wasn't typical July weather, most of the kids ventured into the lake.

Hayden loved the high dive. Paddle boats, canoes, and kayaks we also available to rent.

Or, you can BYOB (bring your own boat)!

We saw a doe on the creek bank.

Kids of all ages enjoyed playing cornhole.

Let's get this fire started!

SUCCESS

We ate Frogmore (aka Low Country Boil)!

JJ turned 38 today and has started a new fashion trend. Are you hip with it?

I'll leave you with the Legend of Hungry Mother.

Our next scheduled camping trip is Labor Day weekend. Maybe we'll squeeze a spontaneous trip in before then!