They call it a chuckwagon.
A campground in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island has wagons for rent which provide a wonderful camping experience. Recently our daughter and grandchildren spent a few days in a chuckwagon and my husband and I visited them.
The children thought they were going tenting and were so excited when they saw this wagon. They had no idea what it was nor the history of similar wagons in North America. Teachable moments followed.
This wagon is 7.5 metres or 25 feet long. Wagons which rode west were traditionally 3 metres or 10 feet long. This modern day wagon is stationary, has a toilet and shower, and beds for a family.
Cooking is over an open fire and dining at an outside table.
The huge campground has giant bouncy pillows,
a petting zoo,
playgrounds
and a water park.
There is a lot for kids to enjoy so by bedtime, they are physically tired and sleep well.
My husband and I accompanied them to all the activities and brought lunch to share, our first family picnic this summer. It was a wonderful summer day with the family.
Besides, it’s always great to make new friends.
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