mc215+The+Hiking+Trip

Robert's Amazing Hiking Trip
Robert and his father had enjoyed hiking and camping out together ever since Robert was old enough to walk. Their favorite hiking trail was the Appalachian trail which stretches from Maine to Georgia. They had never walked that far, of course, but enjoyed the section of the trail that passed through their part of Pennsylvania.

Although his dad always picked the date, it was up to Robert to plan the meals, shop for the food, and get all the necessary supplies packed for the outing. Dad always insisted that Robert create a checklist so that nothing would be forgotten, but sometimes Robert got lazy.

"If we forget anything, it won't be a big deal," Robert explained to his mother."There are always other hikers around who will loan you a can opener or share their matches."

Mother just shook her head as if she disagreed, but said nothing. She had firmly stated from the very beginning that these trips had nothing to do with her and she would not get involved. Mosquitoes, sore feet, and using a bush for the bathroom was not her idea of a vacation.

Robert checked the calendar. This weekend was their next trip and here it was already Thursday. He had totally forgotten!

"No big deal," he said aloud. "I've packed our supplies a thousand times."

"A thousand times sure you don't want to make a list?" asked his mother sipping a cup of tea at the kitchen table.

"Never had a problem before," Robert answered confidently. "Besides, if I forget one little thing, what could possibly go so wrong?"

If he only knew.

As the sun began to set, Robert and his dad decided to make camp for the night. When Robert opened the bag that had the tent, there was only a ton of food in it.

"Well son, let's see the tent that you packed," said Robert's father.

"The only thing is that there is no tent in the bag," mumbled Robert.

"WHAT!!!" exclaimed Robert's dad.

"Well Mom told me to use a list to pack except I didn't use a list and now I forgot a tent," said Robert.

"I guess now we have to go back home," Robert's dad said sadly.

"But I want to stay in the woods overnight," said Robert.

"Well we can't stay in the woods without a tent so let's go back to the car," explained Robert's father.

"NO!" Shouted Robert.

"Come with me now!" Robert's dad exclaimed angrily.

"Fine. I'll go to car," Robert said sadly. Then Robert and his Dad went all the way back on the trail to the car and they drove back home.