As a father of two 13 year old boys, I'm pleased to read these responses. Usually, opinions swing the other way, but it seems most of you guys have enjoyed many happy years of camping together.
Camping together has shaped us differently than families we know that don't camp. I believe for the better. We enjoy time over things and our boys feel the same. I hope that has established what our future will look like. They will grow up, but having a solid, shared experience like we have had is important and I believe will sustain.
Most of the time, our boys talk about hiking like it is undesirable. However, just yesterday, one boy came home with his art portfolio from school and we were surprised to see images of hiking and camping for his "favorite things" project. Mom and Dad for the score!
