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Tuesday, June 5, 2001 Zion National Park to Jacob Lake, AZ (and Grand Canyon) After a successful first night camping, it was on to higher ground. Jacob Lake (60 miles north of the Grand Canyon) is at about 8800 feet and much different weather than Zion. Worrying that the high altitude might provide a very cold night, we thought we might try to buy another blanket or two. While I waited with the girls in the car, Krystal went into the local shop and check out their blanket selection. When she returned, she informed that she had found a nice one for 15. I thought that was a bit high, but would have to do. I asked her why she didn't buy it and she said, "no, that was 15...hundred dollars." It was a collectors blanket. Needless to say, we did NOT buy the $1500 blanket, but we did survive the cold. It really wasn't too bad.
Girls after first night camping. We actually survived!
First Camping breakfast - French Toast alfresco (with a side of ants) was the special of the day.
Girls are loaded up and ready for the trip
Grand Canyon - North Rim
The token pose in front of the North Rim sign
The girls check out the 3-D model of a BIG hole in the ground
View from the Visitors Center
The Gilberts take a break in a beautiful meadow on the way back from the Grand Canyon
Ashlyn helps dad put up the tent
Dad and girls cook hotdogs. Thanks to Uncle Mike for his great hotdog roasting sticks.
Mom and girls cook some marshmallows after dinner
Day 3 of our trip ends peacefully as we enjoy the crisp mountain air and a full moon peaks through the trees and shines on our camp.
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