Sunday, October 23, 2011

Goblin Valley (Perfect Halloween Title)

Fall break we headed south to Goblin Valley and LIttle Wild Horse Canyon. Both days we hiked the legs off our children -- but they didn't complain, because they loved it more than the adults.

Meg stuck with Aunt Ashley and hiked/ climbed with her much of the time. She came up with classic games to entertain.

Andy crawled up every goblin and canyon wall in sight.

Maisie just couldn't help herself and touched every grain of sand. Her little legs actually walked the 8 mile loop in Bell and Wild Horse canyons, and she would suddenly morph into self proclaimed "Cat Girl," and scale the walls right along side Andy.

Nick knew just how to sit still on Uncle Tyler's lap and watch the fire. He also walked until he was exhausted.

Maddie loved all the goblins and climbed when possible. She was a little scared when the walls of the canyon were caving in on her.

Tyler and Ashley were patient and helpful. I was glad to have to extra adults.

Austin was the guide, camp cook, and Maddie's personal taxi.

We decided we'll go every fall break.



5 comments:

Molly said...

That looks like too much fun, also warm! We are feeling the chill here and all our hikes (which are short) involve rainboots and gloves.

Unknown said...

That's what we did for Spring Break. Such a fun vacation! I love the family picture on the "goblins."

clybbert said...

I had heart palpitations looking at the kids on such high rocks! Glad you guys had fun... and glad you are all safe!

Natalie said...

How is Andy not shedding sand,even now, days later? The pictures are so pretty, and Austin appears to be in his element.

WhitParks said...

That looked like such a perfect time! Madsen was looking at this post with me and was totally spooked by all the scary rocks! Wish we had joined you!