The tents were finally up and the fire was slowly growing stronger. Alex locked up the suburban and strode over to the rest of the women who were sitting at the fire and finishing up the sandwiches they had packed for dinner. So, Alex are we gonna fish in the river over there? Dana asked, licking her fingers clean and eyeing the bag containing the ingredients for her beloved smores. Wellactually thats a creekand well probably go fishing in the lake about a mile north of here, Alex replied, bending down to pick up sticks suitable for the task of their dessert making. Dana tossed the bag of marshmallows at Alice and asked her to open it, while Shane stretched out against a nearby log, The sky is beautiful out here. Alex nodded knowingly at her as she sat down next to Dana. I think Im gonna go for a little walk, you wanna come with me, Bette whispered, turning to Tina to kiss her temple. Tina nodded with a little smile and they both got to their feet. Alex tossed a flashlight at them, since it was pretty dark already. Bette was somewhat startled, but Tina leaned forward and caught just before it hit the ground. Nice save, Kennard! Alice cheered through a mouthful of marshmallows.

Bette and Tina walked along a dirt path, holding hands like a pair of star-eyed lovers. I cant wait until tomorrow, its been so long since Ive swam in a lake, Tina finally said, sighing happily. I think I wanna learn how to fish, actually, Bette said thoughtfully. Tina shook her head slightly, as if shaking out the water that was morphing what she was hearing, Are you serious? she asked smiling. Bette shrugged her shoulders grinning, When in Rome. Tina chuckled and pushed her off the path and up against a tree. She lowered her hand to unbutton Bettes shorts, but Bette stopped her, laughing, T, we cant out here in the open! Tina swatted Bettes hands away and started kissing her neck, There isnt anyone around for miles, besides we wont be able to do anything when we get back. When Bette tried to protest, Tina covered Bettes mouth with her lips, tangling her tongue with Bettes in a frenzy. She slid her hands under Bettes lacy underwear and gasped, Thats a little fancy for camping dont you think? Bette just moaned and moved her hips further into Tinas hands.

Bach at the camp site

Chubby bunnychubby bunnychubby bunny! Shane and Alex kept chanting loudly as Alice stuffed yet another marshmallow into her bulging cheeks. Alice smiled victoriously with her eyes, since her lips were unavailable. Dana whimpered slightly, her own cheeks hurt already from being stretched too much, but she wrinkled her brow with determination and held out her palm for Shane to give her another piece. Alex and Shane held their breath as Dana opened her mouth into a little oval and began slowly pushing the fluffy white cylinder into her mouth. It was half-way in, when Dana spit it out suddenly, shaking her head in defeat. Alice sprang up from her rock, flailing fisted arms in the air (a la Rocky) in triumph, and trying her best to say I won!

Dirt road

Bette clamped her right hand around Tinas neck as she rocked her hips into Tinas hand. She pressed her lips to Tinas forehead, trying to muffle her moans. Tina lowered her head, licking Bettes neck up to her jaw and then to ear as she circled Bettes ***** with her thumb and thrust two fingers deep into her. Suddenly, a bright light blinded them both; they had been so caught up in the moment, they didnt hear the humming engine of an approaching minivan. Tina pulled her hand as quickly as she could from Bettes pants and grabbed Bettes hand pulling her behind the tree. As the minivan slowly drove by, Bette and Tina peeked around the tree to see a set of triplets and their mother staring intently into the darkness trying to find them. Oh *****, I hope theyre not next to us, Bette hoped out loud, trying desperately to button up her pants. I dont think they really saw us, babe, Tina comforted, squinting at the receding red tail lights of the minivan. Bette turned on the flashlight so Tina could see her yeah, right face. Tina shrugged her shoulders, and glided her hand from Bettes neck down to her breast, kneading it slowly, We might as well finish, or else youll be really cranky in the morning. Bette tried to make a serious face to discourage Tina, but instead she looked all around, and turned off the flashlight, Tina squealing with delight immediately afterward.

Campsite

Alex craned her neck to see who was pulling into the campsite next to them, Seems like were gonna have neighbors for the weekenda minivan not lessfuck! That means annoying kids. Alice grabbed the half-empty bag of marshmallows and flung it at Alexs face, Quit stalling and answer the question!

Alex: Fineokaychemistry lab.

Alice: Oh, that is just freaky.

Alex: She was a freaky kind of girl.

Shane: What wouldve happened if youd gotten caught?

Alex: Our TA was a real pervhe probably would have made some popcorn and sat down to enjoy the show.

Dana: (grinning) Were you guys wearing little white coats?

Alice: Dana if you want fodder for your little fantasieshave your own ***** life.

Dana: Well, if asking people about their sexual encounters is an indicator of a crappy ***** lifethen you must be going through a real drought lately, Al.

Alex and Shane rolled around on the floor laughing at Danas clever quip, while Alice was somewhat stunned, I guess fresh air really is good for you, she mumbled. Bette and Tina walked onto the scene with questioning glances, but Bettes face soon fell when she noticed the familiar minivan just beyond a clump of trees. She shot Tina nervous glance, but Tina had disengaged from Bette and had set to the task of making herself a smore next to the dying fire. In unison, Dana and Alice began yawning profusely and headed toward their tent, bidding everyone a good night. Tina finished up her dessert and Bette led her to their own tent. Shane and Alex watched them closely, and started laughing. They so did something out there didnt they? Alex asked turning to Shane. Hey, wouldnt you? Shane replied with an arched brow. How long do you think itll take them to go to sleep? Alex continued, poking the fire with her smore stick. Shane stretched out on the ground, Well, given the circumstances, probably not that long. Alex nodded and chuckled, lying down on the ground next to Shane. They filled up the next twenty minutes talking softly to each other as the fire crackled away, finding constellations and discussing the different mythical stories behind each one.

Their quiet discourse was interrupted by a hailing of marshmallows from Dana and Alices tent. That was the signal: Shane reached behind the log and pulled out a small backpack while Alex quietly kicked some dirt onto the dying fire, finally putting it out of its misery. Shane felt a hand take hold of hers in the darkness, and she reached with her other for Alexs shirt. With Alex in the lead, the foursome stalked away slowly through the trees until they were a safe enough distance away to turn on the flashlight. Okay, Alex began illuminating the map, were need to head northeast for about a quarter of a mile. Shane pulled out a compass from the backpack and held it under the light as she squinted to see it. They ascertained their position and started walking briskly.

Dana: Oh god, guys were not gonna get in trouble are we?

Shane: Thats half the fun, Danethe risk!

Alex: Yeah, Danadidnt you go skinny dipping when you were a girl scout.

Alice: Nothey made smores, remember?

Dana: Why couldnt we tell Bette and Tina?

Alice: Because theyre the parentsyou dont go up to your parents and say, Hey mom, dadwere gonna go break a couple of rules and statutes, wanna join in the fun!

Alex: Shhhhhkeep your voice down, you banshee!

Alice: Bite me, Doogie!

Dana: BansheeI like that (squinting to look at Alice) I think it suits you.

Meanwhile at the Campsite

Bette tiptoed over to Shane and Alexs tent, tapping on it slightly, Hey Alex, Im sorry, but Tina and I are kinda cold, can I have to keys to get another blanket from the van. She perked her ears for a response but none came. She slowly opened the zipper door and realized no one was inside. She scampered over to Alice and Danas tent and noticed the same thing, What are they, ***** kids! she muttered, grabbing one of the sleeping bags and wadding it up. She crawled back into the tent she shared with Tina. Theyre all gone, she mumbled, unzipping the sleeping bag and spreading out over Tina and herself. Whered they go? Tina asked surprised. Bette punched her pillow and sighed, Who the ***** knows! Tina sat up, smoothing out their newly acquired blanket, Well, I guess technically were the grownups. Bette rolled over to look at Tina, Yeah, why is that anyways, were not that much older than them. Tina leaned down and kissed Bette on the lips, Well, you know what parents do when the kids are out of the house. Bette shook her head with disbelief:

Bette: Tina we cant, maybe they just went to pee

Tina: Theyre going skinny dipping

Bette: How do you know?

Tina: The mom always knows what the kids are up to

Bette: So what does that make methe dad?

Tina: (grimacing) You do wear a lot of suits.

Bette: Touchebut still, weve got the beavers (pun intended) right next door!

Tina: I can be quiet if you can.

Bette smiled in spite of herself and pulled Tina down on top of her, kissing her hungrily as she slipped a hand under Tinas t-shirt to caress her *****. Bette rolled them over so that she was on top and, pushing Tinas shirt up above her *****, began kissing her way down.

Back on the road

The girls had slowed their pace somewhat, huddling closer together as the trees thickened. Maybe this was a bad idea, Dana commented, swallowing hard. Were fine, dont worry, Alex offered, gently rubbing her back. Just then a blazing white light flashed in front of them, from a dirt-covered pick-up truck coming toward them. The women froze as the truck screeched to a halt in front of them. A handsome brown-haired young man poked his head out the passenger side window and smiled at them, You ladies lost? The women looked at each other nervously and Alex finally shook her, No we were umjust walking a bitto umget a better look at the starsyou see this one here (patting Shane) shes an astronomer. The man nodded his head, but his expression gave away that he was unconvinced, Well, its not a good idea for you gals to be out here in the dark, why dont you just hop in and Ill take you back to your camp site. *****, Alex said under her breath. Alice leaned in closer to Dana smiling and whispered, If she means ***** himgladly! but Dana made a gagging face.

Alex hopped in the front seat with the park ranger (garnering a nasty look from Alice) as the rest of them piled into the bed of the truck. Alex began making small talk with the ranger, looking over her shoulder through the glass at threemake that two disappointed comrades. Alice was carefully smoothing out her hair and asking Shane if it looked okay. The ranger left them a few yards away from their site, waving warmly and not giving Alice the chance she wanted to flirt with him. They walked somberly back toward their tents; suddenly Alex outstretched her arms to stop them from walking any further, and Shane saw what had caught her attention in the dim moonlight quickly covering Alices mouth before she could begin complaining. Alex directed their attention to Bette and Tinas tent, which was shaking with a curious rhythm. Oh, my god, Dana mouthed. Alex turned on her heel and started walking quickly into the clump of trees that went around the clearing, the other women following like ducklings.

Alex: (frantically) What are we supposed to do?

Alice: Wait it out, by the way that tent was swaying, they were probably close…

Shane: Yeah, I meanthey went walking for a little while too, so theyll probably be turning in soon.

Dana: I have to pee again.

Shane: The trees are your toilets!

As Dana paddled away to find an appropriate spot, Shane, Alex and Alice hid behind a log and kept watch on the still dancing tent. I wish we had binoculars, Shane said, slapping her face to kill a bug. ***** thatan infrared camera! Alice happily commented, squinting intently. Alex smiled and turned to Alice, And one of those telescopic microphone thingys so you can hear everything! Alice and Alex chuckled and high-fived each other as Dana returned and wedged herself between Alex and Shane to get in on the action. Any minute now, Dana whispered, nuzzling her head into Shanes shoulder.