The sunshine yesterday had me thinking summertime! Now I realize we haven't even
started corn and soybean planting, but it had me thinking about what might be on our
family's annual summer bucket list for 2017.
Planning a summer bucket list is a fun
family tradition that our whole family likes to get involved in creating. This year we would like to encourage everyone to make their own, and include camping in one of
Clear Lake, Iowa's Yurts!
Clear Lake's
McIntosh Woods State Park is home to boat access to Clear Lake, fishing docks, trails, parks, camping spots, and two yurts! The yurts are a fusion of a cabin and a tent and are located in a private, oak shaded area with its own dock.
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| A look inside the yurt! |
Each yurt comes with a double futon, twin bunk beds, table and chairs, electricity, ceiling fan, picnic tables, grills and firepits. The yurts also have a nice bathhouse with hot showers and toilets. You are responsible for bringing your own bedding, bath supplies and camping supplies. We also recommend bringing a fan to help you to cool off more if it is going to be hot during your stay.
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My family enjoying time on the yurts' private dock.
Perfect for watching wildlife, water activity and fishing. |
To say our family had fun staying in a yurt would be an understatement. The kids loved how we were camping, and Mom and Dad loved how we were camping, but above the ground, and on mattresses. We don't own a camper, so this was a nice alternative for our family. You can
rent a yurt for $60 a night. Reservations can be made up to a year in advance and the yurts are available for rent May 1 - September 30.
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Hobo packets on the grill
Roasting marshmallows over the fire |
Besides sleeping in the yurts, our family loved relaxing around our fire pit and making
hobo packets and s'mores over the fire for supper. We even made cinnamon rolls over the fire for breakfast in the morning.
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| Gotta have s'mores! |
Staying in a yurt is a perfect way to enjoy Clear Lake. Our family loves how Clear Lake has events and festivals all summer (and
really all year long). To check out all the possibilities when visiting Clear Lake be sure to visit
www.clearlakeiowa.com and order their visitor guide or view the digital edition. Some of our favorite family activities in the Clear Lake Area are going to
City Beach and swimming in the lake and jumping around in the splash pad, and participating in the childrens' programs at the
Surf Ballroom. We also love to grab a bite to eat at PM Park and go to the
Viking Drive-Inn for ice cream!
So with all of this contagious sunlight, start planning a summer getaway for your family to Clear Lake! Have you been to Clear Lake before? What are some of your favorite summer or family activities? Remember to
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