Once we arrived at our next campsite at Jefferson Ridge, Chris and DeAnna declared it the best site yet. Our RV site was on the water, all they had to do was go behind the RV to swim! Best of all, it was in the shade in the late afternoon.
I was talking to a lady at the swim beach and she found out we were from Florida. All she wanted to know was how we found Dierks Lake--it is in the middle of no where in south west Arkansas. All the tags on the vehicles were from Arkansas with the exception of two from Texas.
The kids had fun at the swim beach since there was a slide in the water. Most afternoons it was very crowded.
That's why our preferred swim spot was behind the motor home.
Due to seasonal flooding, the sites are raised above the lake level, but we understand they still flood.
One day we drove to Horseshoe Bend Recreation Area. We had a good view of Dierks Lake. Our section of the lake lies behind the peninsula in the center of the picture.
Another day we drove to Narrows Dam on the Little Missouri River.
We ate a picnic lunch and the kids played on the playground. It was a nice spot and we had it all to ourselves.
Our site was also a good fishing spot. Chris caught his first fish!
A little later, DeAnna caught her first fish!
While we were walking the campground loop that evening, we spotted a deer near the dumpster area.
On our last day at Jefferson Ridge, we drove to Crater of Diamonds State Park. How could we go wrong looking for diamonds?
After our stop in the visitor center, it was on to the crater. We searched and searched for a good place to dig.
Once we had our bucket full, it was on to the washing tables to see what we could find.
It was hard work, but we had fun looking for diamonds.
No, we didn't find diamonds, but we did find a few small crystals. Oh well, maybe next time.
We had originally planned to stay at Jefferson Ridge four nights, but we enjoyed ourselves so much we ended up staying seven! When we moved, we headed for Hot Springs, Arkansas.
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Wow! What a great time. Chris and DeAnna sure are growing up! I do enjoy reading and looking at the pictures of your expeditions. Very cool train! Will Chris and DeAnna be coming to Florida when you return?
Grass is growing too fast. Bought some Round Up and thought about stunting the grass growth. You know, just to slow it down a bit! Turtle is home for the summer and sits atop his layer watching me run the mower past. No offer to help though. I thought they ate grass?
Ed and Elsie came by to swim and I encouraged them to come by more often. Glad they are taking advantage of the pool.
Have a safe trip and enjoy the grandkids! - JIM
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