Helm's in Glacier

We have made it an annual trip to camp and explore Glacier National Park. We really look forward to it. We also enjoy our cushy camping at the KOA in West Glacier. This year we were extra excited because some of Jared's family was able to come along; Bethanie, Jim and their family, Jared's parents and sister Angela.

 Andrew was determined to split that wood!

The kids were excited to take a turn helping Jared chop some wood. They loved it but it sure made me nervous.

 Gage and Natalie were no less determined!

 

  Some fun pictures taken on "Going to the Sun" road. Natalie, Hannah, Gage and Grandad.

 

 Jim, Andrew and Hannah

 

 Angela peaking out the truck window.

 Grandad and Jared checking out the views.

 Love that view and I love that cutie Gage!

 Angela enjoyed "off-roading". I was impressed!

 

 Cute cousins!

 St. Mary's Falls leading up to Virginia Falls

 The hike to Virginia Falls is my favorite hike. It's so beautiful all the way up and there are lots of spots to stop and watch the water. I love this picture of Grandad hanging his feet over the edge and taking in the view.

 

 There it is...Virginia Falls. It is so pretty and powerful. When you stand by it you can hardly hear each other talk and the mist was thick and refreshing.

 This is a great picture of Bethanie smiling at the camera.

 This is a picture of Virginia Falls down the trail a bit. Awesome!

 And of course we had our hot dog and smore roast.

 Also, some campfire singing with Grandma and her cute little baritone guitar.

 

 A nice leisurely hike/walk is "Trail of the Cedars". The kids loved getting inside some the big hollow trees.

 Angela is trying out her tree hugging feelings

 Grandma and Grandad took us on a boat ride on Lake McDonald. It was a perfect day for it, just gorgeous.

 Angela enjoyed front row seating. The kids loved the fact that once the boat was moving they were allowed to move about the boat..up, down, down, up.

 

Those are bear claws if you couldn't tell, hanging around Gage's neck! Cool!

I can't tell you how much I enjoyed my time with family and Glacier. It is now a precious memory.