We had our 25th Annual Assateague Beach Camping July 20th through July 24th at Assateague Island National Seashore. The weather was hot and favorable except on Thursday night. Thursday evening brought severe thunderstorms across the area. I would rank the storms that hit us as between in the top 3 worst storms that I’ve spent in a tent. Several pieces of equipment were destroyed including my 12×12 popup. A quick trip to Walmart at 9pm to get dry bedding for our group made the night bearable.

Friday & Saturday were beautiful days. I just wish the ocean was a bit warmer.

Nicole and I spent the holiday weekend in Michigan visiting friends and family. The weather was great all weekend! Sunday we rented kayaks and played on the river all day. Monday I made dinner for everyone  at one of her friends house. I kept it simple with hand breaded chicken breast, baked sweet potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, and 3am bread­™.  Hoping to make it back to visit again in the fall.