A Hiking We Will Go

This my friends, is North Idaho at it's absolute best...

Springtime in Idaho

It was a beautiful, beautiful day today, and a hike seemed in order.

So, we hiked.

me, Kellie and Aubrey {Kellie's bro}

Lake Pend Orielle

This section of the lake is further north than our usual haunt at Farragut State Park.

It was about a 4 mile hike round trip on a beautiful, if a bit steep in spots, trail.  

I admit that it was a bit more intense than I had expected, but it was worth it.  

Blisters and all.

A better pair of hiking shoes is on my list of things to buy next...;)

resting by the lake after our decent

This spot is apparently a popular spot during the summer, and someone hung a rope swing from a tree, which the boys had fun trying out...

Somehow, Alex lost his grip and landed in the lake by the shore.

we laughed.

hard.

I may or may not have snorted.

we wish we had a picture.

the camera was in his pocket...thankfully, it is waterproof.

:)

Aubrey

a funny face carved into the picnic table:)

skipping rocks

this ladybug became Kellie's friend

We listened to music on Aubrey's iPhone all the way back up the trail.

Happy music makes your feet seem lighter and the trail not so steep.

:)

Alex at the trail head

back to the car

And, for your amusement and enjoyment, a short video of our ride down the mountain...

This is us, folks;)

Happy Trails, y'all!

What are some of your favorite hiking spots?

p.s.
today was also amazing because Kellie and I got to talk to Winnie on the phone for the first time!
Total awesomeness!!!
It was so great talking to you, Winnie:)