We escaped rainy Portland for points east, making one of our favorite drives along the Columbia Gorge Scenic Highway, destined for one of our favorite camping spots, LePage Park. A mere two hours east of Portland it is a whole different world, with dramatic cliffs and a dramatically drier climate! Perfect for early spring camping. Although the ever-present wind was much in evidence, the sunshine, good friends and great food were the perfect recipe for weekend bliss.

Camper flower of the weekend, an amazing striped tulip

Thousands of windmills dot the landscape, harnessing the nonstop wind

Water-front camping

Regal Aspen

The colors of spring enchanted us on a long afternoon hike

Porter tired from an active day in the sun

Cousin Lexi snuggling in from the chilly wind

Wendy & I ending the day with a martini courtesy of Dave. It doesn’t get much better.

Twelve days until we leave for Expo for an unforgettable vacation. Can’t wait to get back in the camper!