Bike Riding at Black Butte Ranch. Easy riding on paved pathways around the resort and through great scenery.
With Kelly's family in town this week and staying at Black Butte Ranch resort, we decided to do a boys hike up Black Butte that overlooks the resort. The hike starts about half way up the Butte. From the trail head to summit its 4 miles round trip, and about 1600 vertical feet elevation change so a fairly constant uphill hike to the top, but the views are worth it.
Our motley crew after the hike was finished: (L-R) Pat (Kelly's Dad), Scott (Sister Erin's Husband), Noah, Dylan (Sister Jenn's Husband), Kevin, Hunter, cousin Carter (son of Jenn & Dylan).
First time all together since Kelly's birthday in may on the Oregon Coast. We got a babysitter for the kids and headed out to do some cycling and pub'ing.
First thing... to get the guys warmed up a tasting session at the Oregon Distillery.... warmed up is an understatement with some of the whiskey tastings. One referred to as Pirates whiskey had quite the kick!
Next stop, a quick beer at Crux along with tasty taco's from El Sancho (at Crux)
Now that we were ready for some cycle pub action we met up with the ladies to begin the cycle pub! Thanks to Erin for some great shots from the cycle pub.
This year Hunter, Noah and Abbie were able to do swim team in the summer. Thanks to Papa for the great photos!
Some shots of Hunter
Some shots of Noah
Some shots of Abbie
Today I did a really nice hike with my friend Jamie up to the glacial lake in the crater of Broken top in the Cascade range just out of Bend. Two summers ago I hiked to the summit of Broken top and always wanted to hike to the crater. The trip is about 7-8 miles round trip with approx 1600 ft of vertical. Was originally going to bring the older boys but they are still recovering from Camp this week :)
On Saturday we spent the afternoon at Suttle Lake. The weather was beautiful with a warm breeze.
Nothing like a donut after church.
We got up at the crack of dawn this morning and walked to the neighborhood school field to watch the balloons being launched over Bend. It was worth being a bit cold and tired to see them. Such a fun way to start the day!
Kevin and Abbie went out for frozen yogurt for a daddy daughter night out. Someone really loves their daddy.
Long weekend Camping Trip to Waldo lake Oregon with our good friends - The Bercots.
Waldo Lake is considered one of the clearest lakes in the US. It was a 1.5 hour drive from Bend.