Great pictures - I agree the view looks better than some campgrounds I've been to!
We've had family "camp out's" in the backyard, especially when the kids were smaller, its been awhile ago now. I would set up the tent, use the outdoor fireplace thing we have for a fire/s'mores. Light the lanterns. Then sleep in the tent overnight. Great thing, is if nature called in the middle of the night, just go in the house!
Also, have been known to go to a "local" campground for a few days, even though it may be only a few miles from home, still seems like getting away...
AL in Asheville
