What a weekend

Our first "open-field" weekend is behind us and everyone seems to have both survived and had a good time.

At least 25 people came by over the weekend. Some just dropped in for a while. Others camped overnight. (See "Tent city" picture.) Folks roamed the trails while community members held a few meetings, and we led three organized hikes, though I use the term "organized" loosely.

Some joined us for meals made by our members while others made or brought their own. Saturday lunch was an assortment of the makings for turkey roll-ups, salad and fruit. Dinner was a great chili, with corn muffins and assorted drinks and desserts.

A world-class fire pit was dug and ringed with rocks and we had a great evening around it on Saturday night. (See "Campfire" picture.) One visitor was our barn "consultant" who spoke to the assembly and answered questions for nearly an hour. He talked about the process of dismantling barns and the choices we need to make as we move forward.

The coals left from the campfire were used to start a fire for breakfast -- oatmeal with lots of things to add. I liked the dried cherries best. Cathy Moore joined us for breakfast and talked about her home and other projects she has built. (See her link in the "Sunday school" entry below.)

Another hike in the morning and a brief meeting for our resident members and it was lunchtime again. Then everyone took down their tents, packed up, and headed home.

We agreed that we should have another open-field later in the summer or fall. I'll announce it here.