The WNHEN teens send a fond farwell to summer on August 26-29, 2004 at Chadron State Park. Memories we treasure We want them all to stay Whatever roads we travel They seem to always say Many years a journey Upon these roads we crossed Spirits of the old times Forever in our thoughts Seems like it was yesterday That precious times went by Though now we can envision The years that seemed to fly Hear the laughter echo With times within the past Journey with a purpose Always they will last Treasures live forever In life they always say Close your eyes, remember These times won't fade away.

The skies were clear as we arrived at the Wildcat Hills to set up camp and the telescopes. It was a beautiful day that lead into a perfect night of stargazing. The meteor shower did not disappoint us, from the time dusk fell until 11:30 pm we had counted over 100 falling stars.

Members of the Western Nebraska Home Educators Network enjoyed a relaxing weekend at Lake Minatare over the forth of July. there were all sorts of activities to keep yourself busy including soap carving, cowboy yo-yo's, skiing, hiking, games and, of course, those dreaded chores.

Members of WNHEN took a tour of Wyoming on June 14, 2004. They toured Old Fort Laramie, the Oregon Trail Ruts, Register Cliff and Guernsey State Park.

The Summer of 2004 offered members of WNHEN the awesome opportunity to learn and play paintball. "Behind every good welt, there is a story worth telling..."

A mini rocketry session was held in June 2004 by one of our homeschool fathers. Students built their rockets the first session, painted them at the next session and launched then at the final session of rocketry. All those in attendance had a great time.

Members of the Western Nebraska Home Educators Network took a field trip near Lake Minatare to see the miniature ponies in June of 2004.

One of the first outings of the Western Nebraska Home Educators Network was the WNHEN family campout held at the Bridgeport State Lakes on May 21, 22 and 23, 2004. The campout included canoeing, stargazing and lots more.