Aspen Camping - Day 3

On our last day, Cody woke up with sniffles and I decided he probably shouldn't go on the hike that we had initially planned. So, i suggested that we drove Alan and Tyler to the trail head so that i can also grab more pictures of the majestic Maroon Bells.

After a quick photo op at the Maroon Bells(again), we kissed Alan and Tyler good bye as they start their hike down back to the campsite.

Back at the camp, while Cody rested in the shade, i started packing up everything and getting them ready for Alan to stack them back in the car. As we still had some time, Cody and I went to relax by the stream by our campsite. Cody threw rocks while i practiced braiding my hair.

Soon, Alan and Tyler were back. While Alan packed everything into the car, Tyler joined us by the stream and had a blast sticking his feet in the cold water and building bridges. I finally convinced him to stick his head into the cold stream by doing it first!

After everything was packed, we got into the car and started our long journey back to Denver. It took us about 5.5 hrs to get back as there was a huge traffic jam between Georgetown and Idaho Springs.

It was a great camping trip. Weather turned out perfect despite the initial grim forecast. The kids as usual enjoyed the whole experience and Tyler has truly proved himself with his strong hiking skills. Can't wait for the next camping trip!

The Majestic Maroon Bells

Finally a good family picture

Crazy flowers

Tyler says he's a real hiker with binoculars, backpack and hat!

Tyler and Daddy before the hike

Cody taking it easy while i packed

Cody and the bones we came across

Relaxing by the stream, nursing a runny nose

Tyler is back!

Sticking his feet into the freezing water 

King of the rock!

Brrrrrr... cold....

Building a bridge with mommy's help

Striking a pose!

This is how you stick your head in!

Tyler's turn!

OOoooohh.. refreshing!!!