It’s hard to believe that the 9 weeks of camp are over for the summer. We had a really great time! Kids are getting ready to go back to school, probably (hopefully) thinking fondly of their week(s) at camp.

This photo shows the road to camp, literally. This is the beautiful Natchez Trace Parkway – a short piece of it serves as part of the journey that the kids take on the bus ride here. We think it is one of the most beautiful stretches of 2-lane highway anywhere. Along this road you will see all four seasons. You’ll see deer, wild turkey, horses, and maybe a skunk! You’ll see cyclists, hikers, and hawks flying high. If you’re lucky you might see a blue sky full of puffy white clouds that your kids can stare at long enough to envision the shape of a tortoise or fish. Often there will be a little turtle trying to cross the road, especially after a hard rain.

We hope you’ll venture onto this road sometime soon, and enjoy some fall colors, winter snow covered hills, or spring blossoms. Check out the hiking trails, rest stops and scenic vistas. Bring your bicycle and meander along to get a closer look at the wildlife.

We certainly hope your children will get back on the bus next summer and get to look into the blue sky full of white clouds, anticipating a week full of outdoor play and exploration, punctuated by dips in the spring-fed creek. The creek is quiet now, but summer will soon be here again and along with it, the laughter of children full excitement and wonder at the pure simplicity of nature.

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