Summer isn't summer for me without a visit to Cowans Gap State Park near McConnellsburg.

Earlier this month, my family rented a cabin there for a week and I spent a weekend there. Here are three photos that show my favorite parts of camping:
The rowboat that got me hooked on being on the water and taught me how to steer a boat. It was my inspiration for buying a kayak two years ago. I wanted to be able to go out and paddle around on my own.
The campfire. Oh, the stories, the silliness. The sticky marshmallow S'morey goodness. This glowing fire probably has coals that are perfect for cooking mountain pies.

And lastly, the view. The relaxing scenery by the lake is a sight for sore urban/suburban stressed eyes.