This year we revived an old tradition of having a family outing the Monday after Easter. Though feeling less-than-optimal, we were also stir-crazy and needed a change.
Destination?!
The headwaters of the Mississippi River!
Dad and I were even able to cross it for the first time in years as new stones have been added that are not yet wet and slimy.
And of course Elsa and I got our toes in the icy water! (Much of Lake Itasca was still frozen.)
We spent the day wandering the park, enjoying the fresh air and sunshine, trees, birds, and squirrels!
Preacher's Grove has lost much of its charm since they force guests to stay on a path and let undergrowth fill the once-clear forest floor. But the view upward is still amazing!
There are so many great memories for our family over this bridge in the historic Clubhouse, and down the hill to the lakeshore and boardwalk to the Old Timer's Cabin built by the CCC.
Before heading home, we all relaxed on the sunny fishing pier and then found another little lake at the edge of the park as our view during a van-picnic.
So many gifts in one day!
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