We managed to go camping one more time with Mom and Dad with the Hamilton family. The Bercier family did show up for the Saturday which was great as it gave the kids some fun time together down at the water.
This time we went to Maple Grove out in Youbou. Once again we lucked out and got two wonderful sites side by side. We had a trail joining the two sites so it really was like having one big site. This campground has a few different little places to access the beaches.
We played some cards at night and had friends come to visit on Friday night before the other family showed up for the day on Saturday.
There is one large beach and a couple of smaller beaches in little bays. The main beach is rather rocky but the one bay was complete sand. It was so sandy that when you walked in the water you would sink up to your knees. This was my favourite beach as it was quieter and more peaceful.
Mom and Dad were able to get down to the beach each day and watch the kids play so that was wonderful. I am so thankful that my kids love to camping with me and my parents...taking the old folks along with them.
Gathering around the picnic table and sharing in a meal is always something that I truly enjoy. It is a time when we share what we have brought and everyone is giving and kind. Food is always important to me and especially when I am on holidays so I love all the camp food.
The time goes by so quickly when we are out camping near the water among the trees. In this Covid time there is nothing better than getting away from it all. Being out among the trees refreshes and restores us and gives us the strength to return to the "real" world of work and life.
I am so thankful that here in the valley we are surrounded by trees and forested trails and quite a few campgrounds.
The kids always love finding new places to explore and play hide and seek in. Nana is not always the easiest person to find though but they persevere and usually can find me.
The sunsets at the lake are amazing and the swings on the beach aren't too bad either. it was wonderful to go down there in the evening and just take it all in.
I could have sat down there all night watching the water, it was just so peaceful and beautiful. Mother nature never disappoints us and you never know what beauty you may find in an old log.
The fire pit did drag me back as that too is wonderful to sit and gaze upon.
It was an amazing weekend and one I hope we can do again next year. It was a wonderful campsite and one I would recommend. Lake Cowichan is a huge lake and does get very busy in the summer but with luck you will find the perfect spot as we did.
