Tunk Mountain

Jordan and I spent most of yesterday morning hiking up Tunk Mountain, off the scenic Blackswoods Road heading toward Ellsworth. 

About one third of the way through, we came across the first of the two "hidden ponds."  We eventually climbed 1150 feet to the rocky crag you can just make out on the mountain in the picture above.

There is a little research station at the top, a perfect vantage point to see the ocean and inland mountain peaks way in the distant.

It was a great workout, but I'm beat!

The Lentz Boys

Here are four generations of the handsome Lentz men. Together.  In one spot.

Be afraid, be very afraid!

Vacation, Lentz-Style

Jordan and the kids got to go on a very special trip this summer.  In late July they drove to Wyoming and met up with Jordan's Dad, his Grampa and our nephew Gunnar for a 4 generation fishing trip in the Big Horn Mountains. 

First, they hiked in enough gear and food for their 3 day adventure.  The trek was scenic, taking them through forests and alpine meadows.

They quickly set up camp, and Annabel made a beautiful wild flower arrangement to spiff the site up a bit.  Then it was time for the serious work of fishing for dinner, and Thane & Gunnar were up to the task.  Thank God Papa was there to untangle lines and replace worms that wriggled their way off the hook!

After tranquil nights listening to distant elk squeaking and bugling, the gang would wake up to stunning sunrises.

One day, Jordan took Dad, Gunnar and Annabel on a hike to the top of a mountain across the canyon.  They found some intriguing rock formations at the top.

In the meantime Grampa Frank and Thane elected to spend the afternoon bonding over their mutual love of the outdoors.

 

By all accounts the trip was a great success, and everyone had a fun time.

Minnesota Mayhem

Shortly after Probhita and her family left for Maryland, Jordan's Aunt Sandy, her daughter Amie and her three grandkids arrived from Minnesota.  Xeni and Mason joined Annabel & Thane at marine science camp on Great Wass Island, and Drew spent a few days exploring the local sites.  After visiting town, picking through rocks at Jasper Beach, studying the habitat of marine life on the island and driving through gorgeous Acadia National Park, the gang would reconvene at our home for lobster and other goodies.  Sandy, Amie and Drew even got to go on a whale watch, where they spied a bunch of these majestic creatures.  Their time here in coastal Maine went by far too quickly, but we are very grateful that they made the trip.