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Escalante Day 2

On our second day, we were able to move to a regular camp site. The boys got out early and picked us a beautiful spot by the bridge and the river. It was in a cul-de-sac so we were secluded, but with in a quick walk to bathrooms and our friends we met the day before. We hiked to Lower Calf Creek Falls in the morning. Our friends little boy came with us. He talked Maylin's ear off the WHOLE way! He was cute, but started to drive her crazy. His parents caught up with us toward the end and then we walked back with all of them. We had a great time. We saw HUGE beaver dams and tons of trees they had chewed down. There were also petroglyphs along the way and caves where the Indians would store their supplies. It was very interesting. The falls was beautiful and we enjoyed wading and eating snacks. Jay was hurting so bad he took off his shoes and waded in the cold water. He laid down too and we weren't sure if we would get him up again. I think the promise of a good lunch was the motivator.  When we got back we had a great lunch and Jay took a nap. We pretty much wiped him out. We had a quick break and then went back out to hike again. We had so much fun cooking by the fire and just talking. 
























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Circe said…
I'm loving all these posts! I need you to be my trip/menu/hike planner!
July 23, 2016 at 7:54 AM
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