When we arrived at the campsite at Turkey Run, we went about the business of setting up a couple of tents and building a fire for lunch. The students began making their camp shirts and finding sticks for grilling the hotdogs.
After a hearty lunch of hotdogs and homemade chili, we all headed out to the trails. You can find some of the most breathtaking trails in Indiana at Turkey Run, and our intrepid group headed out for Trail 3, which involved crossing a suspension bridge over Sugar Creek. On the other side of the bridge the students gathered to hear about the rare plant life that dates to prehistoric times that can be found in the park, as well as the unique, glacier-shaped rock formations. From there they continued on Trail 3 to the Ice Box, pictured below.
The Ice Box provided great climbing opportunities and the chance to explore some of the incredible beauty of God's creation.
Returning to our campsite after the hike, the families enjoyed s'mores as chill winds began to whip around us. At last the families said good-bye, and some stayed on through the weekend. All in all it was a great opportunity for our children to grow mentally and physically and for our families to grow deeper in their connections with each other.
To see pictures from the trip, click here.
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