gatineau park part three

After a day in Ottawa, we spent the next day in the park.  Paddle boating and swimming filled our day.  We also relaxed at our campsite.

We also continued our close watch on the very bold wildlife.  We learned from our first day that any food had to be closely monitored.  After leaving the van door open and having a squirrel run out with an entire bagel, we had to practice very vigilant measures.  When food was out someone had to be guarding the picnic table at all times.  In the above picture, Andrew was peeling peaches to have a chipmunk attempt to climb his leg.

As the boys had quiet time in the trailer, I prepared supper and watched the chipmunk feast on the dropped macaroni noodles.

In the evening, we decided to drive into the park and explore the various lookout points.  It was stunning.

Jesse wasn't interested in hiking the trail, so I went with Abigail and Nathaniel.

At the end of our drive, we found the most adorable ice cream shop serving homemade ice cream.  It was then back to the campground for a late night information session on bears.  The chipmunks aren't the only wildlife in the campground.  Thankfully we didn't come across anything bigger than a raccoon.
Highlights of our last day in Ottawa coming next!