Walk across the Mississippi

Although there are several places in northern Minnesota that claim to be the headwaters of the Mississippi, one place has been designated as such.  There is a stretch of rocks between the lake and the start of the "river" and it is something many people, mostly children, walk across. 

Craig had to do it too.

He was wearing his waterproof hiking boots. Most of the kids were barefoot.

The rocks were a bit slippery.  Challenge is good for the body and mind. Balance! 

By this point he had attracted the attention of those of us on shore. We watched each of his steps, hoping he would not fall and hit his head on the rocks.  Bloody water is disturbing. 

OOPS!  

A small cheer went up from the crowd when he returned to an upright position.

Several children came to his rescue.

Returned him to his leadership position, and escorted him to shore.

Fortunately the new Jeep has a cargo space suitable to carry soggy heroes back to camp for dry clothes.

We finished the day with a nice boat ride around the lake and a late lunch at the Lodge.

A good time was had by all  :-)