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August 17, 2009

Swimmin' Hole

I thought I would share some pictures of our "Swimmin Hole" that is here on the ranch. It is the place to be during the summer and weekends for the kids. It's cool how they have made it similar to a pool in town. The sulfur smell of the water stinks to us- but the locals don't even notice. It's also very opposite than back home- the water in ponds out west is usually cold but the water at the swimming hole is very warm.


The slides-- a little one on the left and the big one on the right- all made out of water pipes they have pumped water going down them as well.

These are the big rope swings there are 3 different platforms you can stand on depending on your craziness. The teenagers love to show off and are talented enough to swing off and back in clothes without getting wet.



The diving boards- also on the right is the zip line. Haven't done it yet but looks super fun.


Can't forget the volleyball and basketball. Also there is a gazebo with picnic tables.
Some pictures of us enjoying the water after a hot day.






4 comments:

JBA said...

Cinchee... Hazel is dying to come swimming with you. Too bad the crocs are not more friendly huh! They provably would be less bossy than Hazel though.

Melissa S. said...

That's neat! I've never seen anything like that. Looks way fun! I love the pictures of Daniel and Cinch!

Bonnie said...

That doesn't look like ropin' to me! Looks fun though.

JBA said...

Looks like we need to come for a visit! What an awesome water slide! --DJ