Bill with Mindy & Taylor on our first day’s hike. We had ideal weather that day as we hiked around Lake Mary.

Poodles don’t stay in one place very long, but the majestic scenery cooperates for the photos. That’s Crystal Crag in the background.

Mindy gets acquainted with her new sleeping quarters. We brought extra padding and covers to make sure the poodles would be comfortable.

Our cozy tent in the woods is the best dog house Mindy has ever stayed in! Just perfect for two people and two poodles.

Bill prepares the toast celebrating my return to hiking and camping after a 9-year hiatus (due to my ankle issues). Not a bad way to be welcomed back into the mountains!

Mindy has made herself right at home in the tent. She always manages to find the softest spot around.

Taylor keeps an eye on Bill while we prepare dinner. This is luxury car camping at its finest! (It helps to have a big Chevy 4x4 truck to carry everything.)