Despite my hopes to spend spring break this year somewhere on a beach, we spent it at home and in a tent. And it was wonderful. Our camping trip was probably my favorite that we’ve done so far – it was so lovely!
![](http://keepingupwiththeallens.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_5134-scaled.jpeg)
Our good friends invited us to join them on their camping trip to Ancient Lakes, which is about an hour and a half east of our house. Despite it being so close, this area is a geographic wonder and it feels like we’re on another planet.
![](http://keepingupwiththeallens.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_5063-scaled.jpeg)
The weather forecast looked a bit ominous with heavy rain and a low of 35 degrees was predicted. Yikes! We decided to give it a go and see what happened.
![](http://keepingupwiththeallens.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_5100-scaled.jpeg)
Amazingly, it didn’t rain on us at all, but dang it was cold! We packed appropriately and managed to stay warm.
![](http://keepingupwiththeallens.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_5133-scaled.jpeg)
We ventured out to hike and ride bikes to enjoy the surroundings.
![](http://keepingupwiththeallens.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_5115-scaled.jpeg)
Ben and Hannah absolutely love camping – they’re becoming pros! Brooks got to come with, too!
![](http://keepingupwiththeallens.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_5112-scaled.jpeg)
We had the best time with our friends – it was really just so lovely spending the time with them and watching the kids live their best lives.
![](http://keepingupwiththeallens.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_5102-scaled.jpeg)