Island Park.

One of my favorite things to do in the summer is visit Island Park. I think I have gotten Austin addicted to Island Park as well because he was really looking forward to our trip this year. He was looking forward to it so much that he even requested fishing gear for Father's day (which was a nice break from the usually requested golf equipment). My Grandma and Grandpa Packer are champs for letting us stay with them in their cabin every time we want to visit. During this trip, Kennadi loved playing with Great Grandma Packer and I am sure she wore her right out! When we got up to Island Park, Austin and Britten went golfing and I just stayed at the cabin. The next day, Austin ventured out fishing with the boys. Austin thought he was pretty hot stuff because he splurged and bought a soda hat for the trip. He was probably the funniest looking guy on the lake (i am sure my dad and grandmpa agree) but at least he didn't get dehydrated! After the fishing adventures, we headed into Yellowstone. We opted to avoid most of the tourist hot spots and venture to The Canyons portion of the park. Quincy slept the whole time we were in the park. Kennadi kept trying to stay away because she really wanted to see a reindeer like Sveen (aka an elk), a fox, and a Marshmallow (aka a Buffalo). Of course as soon as she fell asleep we saw some elk but luckily she was awake when we saw a lone buffalo and a bald eagle. For some reason, the animals were not out and about this trip. It was disappointing. Kennadi didn't seem to be that disappointed because grandma and grandpa spoiled us with some ice cream at one of the lodges. 

We love Island Park and are always sad when our trips come to an end. Austin went through Island Park withdrawals. So much so that he  kept looking up property for sale so that someday we could buy our own little piece of paradise and visit all the time.

Grandpa & Kennadi on a 4-Wheeler ride around the driveway. We didn't have a helmet that fits so I didn't let them go too far. #MeanMom

Little 4-Wheeler ride to my parent's property

Austin's fishing attire

At Yellowstone. Quincy was sleeping.

Waiting patiently for Ice Cream