Labor Day Weekend

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Posted by Activities Director | Posted in Activities | Posted on 27-08-2010

SIGN UP AT THE OFFICE TO PARTICIPATE IN ALL SPORTS TOURNAMENTS.
Fishermen: Sign up for our Last 2010 DOUBLE-JEOPARDY BASS CONTEST from 6 – 11 AM Saturday. Entry Fee: $3.00 Cash Prizes.  1st 60%, 2nd 25%, 3rd 15%.  Bring your catch to the Boat Launch Area at 11 AM.  We will weigh it, photograph you with it and enter it in both our one-day and season-long contests.  Must be a registered camper. Fish must be caught in Bowdish Lake during designated hours. LIVE-RELEASE. Camper-in-charge: Bill Coyle.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2010
10AM-5PM BEACH OPEN – Please swim only when and where Lifeguard on Duty, for your safety. No Animals on the beaches or in the water, please.
Hours Posted BEACH REC HALL OPEN – Games & Snack Bar.  SEE NOTICE POSTED ON BUILDING OF HOURS OPEN
5PM KIDS VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT - At the net at Blue 43.
11PM ALL QUIET ON SITES. Please, no unnecessary walking about camp after 11PM. It is disquieting to those wanting to sleep. Thank-you.
12MIDNIGHT ALL CAMPFIRES FULLY EXTINGUISHED. This is a firm safety rule, no exceptions.
 CAMPFIRES ARE ALLOWED ONLY IF THEY ARE CONTAINED WITHIN A RING OF STONES; FLAMES ARE NEVER MORE THAN 12 INCHES HIGH; THEY ARE NEVER LEFT UNATTENDED; AND ARE FULLY EXTINGUISHED AT MIDNIGHT .
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2010
6AM-11AM BASS FISHING CONTEST – Bring your catch to the Boat Launch at 11 AM. Camper-in-charge: Bill Coyle. LIVE-RELEASE.
10AM-5PM BEACH OPEN – Please walk to the beaches. There is no parking. If you have a boat, please launch it at the Boat Launch west of Beach 2. Thank-you.
10AM-NOON PONY RIDES – Safari Field – $2.00 Purchase tickets at office.
11:30AM-1:30PM RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN – All Ages.
2PM JUNGLE ENCOUNTER II - Safari Field – See and learn about six wild animals.  A Great Learning Experience for All Ages.  Some of the animals can be petted, gently.
4PM Register for ADULTS VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT – At the net at Blue 43.  (Note time is changed from the usual 5PM).  All registered campers welcome.
5PM CHILDREN’S HAY WAGON RIDES – Pick-up and drop-off at Safari Field. Parents, do not allow your child to ride unless you are certain he/she will remain seated. Parents are invited to ride.
5PM CHILDREN’S HAY WAGON RIDES – Pick-up and drop-off at Safari Field. Parents, do not allow your child to ride unless you are certain he/she will remain seated. Parents are invited to ride.
7:30PM FREE PRIZE BINGO – Safari Rec Hall. All ages.
9PM (Weather Permitting)  FAMILY ASTRONOMY NIGHT - Come See the Night Sky through a GIANT Telescope and hear stories about telescopes, stars, comets, planets and learn to identify them.  If Sky not clear, we will try again on Sunday at 9PM.  And if the enthusiasm is high, we will have the telescope available both nights.  Not to be missed!!!  Bring a flashlight and blanket.  Children must be with an adult, to supervise them, please.
11PM All quiet on sites.
12MIDNIGHT ALL CAMPFIRES FULLY EXTINGUISHED. This is a firm safety rule, no exceptions.
 BATS & BALLS, HORSESHOES, HOOPS, STILTS, PING PONG PADDLES, SOCCER, TENNIS & BASKET BALLS, ON LOAN AT THE OFFICE. A security deposit may be required.   Ask for Hiking Trail Maps. And browse our lending library.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2010
10AM-5PM BEACH OPEN – Please walk to the beach. There is no parking. If you have a boat, please launch it at the Boat Launch west of Beach 2. Thank-you.
10AM KIDS KICKBALL – Safari Field
NOON ANNUAL HORSESHOE CHAMPIONSHIPS – Men’s & Ladies Divisions – with Players Pot Luck Lunch.  All Welcome.  Trophies awarded at Sports Banquet.
1PM-3PM RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN – All ages. Children under age 6 must be with an adult. Projects at reasonable prices. Finishing materials are free.
5:30PM THIRD ANNUAL POT LUCK SPORTS BANQUET – Trophies & Awards for all Sports will be Awarded.  Master-of-Ceremonies:  Brian Kane.Followed by D-J-B-K, Music for Listening and Dancing.
7:30PM FREE COOKIE BINGO – Safari Rec Hall. All ages.
9PM Check for Repeat of FAMILY ASTRONOMY NIGHT – Safari Field.
11PM All quiet on sites.
12MIDNIGHT ALL CAMPFIRES FULLY EXTINGUISHED. This is a firm safety rule, no exceptions.
REMEMBER:  DOGS CANNOT BE OFF LEASH or disdurb others with barking.  Never leave your dog outside, alone, at your site.  Dogs cannot be in any building or on any beach or in the water (Dept. of Health Rule).  If your dog is found loose or barking, we will require that you remove it from camp. 
Thank you
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, LABOR DAY 2010
10AM-5PM BEACH OPEN – Please walk to the beaches. There is no parking. If you have a boat, please launch it at the Boat Launch west of Beach 2. Thank-you.
10AM-NOON RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN – All ages. Children under age 6 must be with an adult. Projects at reasonable prices. Finishing materials are free.
Hours Posted BEACH REC HALL OPEN – Games & Snack Bar.
See Notice Posted on Building of Hours Open.
5PM CHECK-OUT TIME – Please wrap all trash securely and place inside a dumpster. Thank-you. We appreciate it when you leave your campsite as neat as you found it..
MOST IMPORTANT, HAVE A GREAT TIME AND PLEASE COME BACK AGAIN.
REMEMBER
Camping continues until COLUMBUS DAY
Our woods are best in the fall season.
Campfires & Marshmallows are warmer & toastier!
DON’T MISS OUR OLD-FASHIONED HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY
& SPECTACULAR HAUNTED HOUSE ON COLUMBUS WEEKEND.

July 4th Weekend

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Posted by Activities Director | Posted in Activities | Posted on 21-06-2010

PLEASE DO NOT BRING FIREWORKS INTO OUR CAMP. 
THEY ARE ILLEGAL IN RHODE ISLAND & THEY ARE DANGEROUS.   Thank-you.
Fishermen:  Sign up for the bass Contest Saturday from 6 – 11 AM.  Entry Fee:  $3.00  Must be a registered camper.  Fish must be caught in Bowdish Lake.  LIVE-RELEASE.Weigh in at the Boat Launch area at 11 AM.  Cash Prizes.  Camper-in-charge:  Bill Coyle.
FRIDAY, JULY 2, 2010
10AM-5PM BEACHES OPEN - Please swim only when and where Lifeguard on Duty.  There are State Laws for your safety.  No Animals on the beaches or in the water, please.
5PM-9PM BEACH REC HALL OPEN -  Games & Snack Bar.
7PM MOVIETIME – Safari Rec Hall — ’2012′ on 48″ screen.  Free popcorn for kids.
11PM ALL QUIET ON SITES. Please, no unnecessary walking about camp after 11PM.  It is disquieting to those wanting to sleep.  Thank-you.
12MIDNIGHT ALL CAMPFIRES FULLY EXTINGUISHED. This is a firm safety rule, no exceptions.
BATS & BALLS, FRISBEES, HORSESHOES, HOOPS, STILTS, VOLLEY, TENNIS & BASKET BALLS, ON LOAN AT THE OFFICE.  Ask for Hiking Trail Maps.
SATURDAY, JULY 3, 2010
6AM-11AM BASS FISHING CONTEST – Weigh-in at the Boat Launch west of Beach 2.  Camper-in-charge:  Bill Coyle.  LIVE-RELEASE.
10AM-5PM BEACHES OPEN – Please walk to the beaches.  There is no parking.  If you have a boat, please launch it at the Boat Launch west of Beach 2. Thank-you.
10AM-NOON PONY RIDES - Safari Field – $2.00 Purchase tickets at office.
11AM-9PM BEACH REC HALL OPEN - Games & Snack Bar.
NOON SOFTBALL – Safari Field – Ages 16 and up (with exceptions). Come join in!
1PM-3PM RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN – All ages.  Children under age 6 must be with an adult. Projects at reasonable prices.  Finishing materials are free.
5PM ADULTS VOLLEYBALL – At the net near sites Blue 42-43. All Welcome.
5PM CHILDREN’S HAY WAGON RIDES – Pick-up and drop-off at Safari Field.  Parents, do not allow your child to ride unless you are certain he/she will remain seated.  Parents are invited to ride.
STARTING AT
7PM
THE WALTONS – ACROBATS & TRICK PERFORMING DOGS – All the way from Circus Land in Sarasota, Florida.  A show for all ages, not to be missed.  At the Red Pavilion, followed by…

 COLD SWEAT BLUES – 5 MAN LIVE BAND for dancing and listening.  A good time celebration of Independence Day 2020.

JUST AFTER DARK *ELECTRIC BOAT PARADE ON BOWDISH LAKE* – Sponsored by the Bowdish Lake Association.
11PM All quiet on sites.
12MIDNIGHT ALL CAMPFIRES FULLY EXTINGUISHED. This is a firm safety rule, no exceptions.
CAMPFIRES ARE ALLOWED ONLY IF THEY ARE CONTAINED WITHIN A RING OF STONES; FLAMES ARE NEVER MORE THAN 12 INCHES HIGH; THEY ARE NEVER LEFT UNATTENDED; AND ARE FULLY EXTINGUISHED AT MIDNIGHT.
SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2010
10AM-5PM BEACHES OPEN – Please walk to the beaches. There is no parking. If you have a boat, please launch it at the Boat Launch west of Beach 2. Thank-you.
10AM KIDS KICKBALL – Safari Field – Ages 7-12 (with exceptions).
11AM-9PM BEACH REC HALL OPEN – Games & Snack Bar.
1PM-3PM RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN – All ages. Children under age 6 must be with an adult. Projects at reasonable prices. Finishing materials are free.
3PM ICE CREAM SOCIAL – Hot Fudge Sundaes – $1.50. Purchase tickets ahead at the office.  Only 100 will be sold. – Safari Rec Hall.
4PM TOWN OF GLOCESTER PARADE – 5.5 miles east on Rte 44.  Fun for all ages!
7:30PM FREE PRIZE BINGO – Safari Rec Hall.  All ages.
7:30PM CAMPERS BON FIRE - Next to the Red Pavilion.
8PM KARAOKE AT THE RED PAVILION with Paul Belanger – Fun for all ages.
11PM All quiet on sites.
12MIDNIGHT ALL CAMPFIRES FULLY EXTINGUISHED. This is a firm safety rule, no exceptions.
CANOE AND KAYAK ENTHUSIASTS
Sign up for a trip to the Quinnebaug River over in Connecticut for ‘easy’ white water and beautiful scenery.  Information at the office
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MONDAY, JULY 5, 2010
10AM-5PM BEACHES OPEN – Please walk to the beaches. There is no parking. If you have a boat, please launch it at the Boat Launch west of Beach 2. Thank-you.
10AM-NOON RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN – All ages. Children under age 6 must be with an adult. Projects at reasonable prices. Finishing materials are free.
11AM BEACH REC HALL OPEN – Games & Snack Bar.
5PM CHECK-OUT TIME FOR WEEKENDERS – Please wrap all trash securely and place inside a dumpster.  Thank-you.  We appreciate it when you leave your campsite as neat as you found it..
MOST IMPORTANT, HAVE A GREAT TIME AND PLEASE COME BACK AGAIN.

Sunday, June 27

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Posted by Activities Director | Posted in Activities | Posted on 20-06-2010

BATS & BALLS, HOOPS, STILTS, BASKETBALLS, TENNIS & PING PONG BALLS ON LOAN AT THE OFFICE.  A deposit may be required to assure return.  Ask for hiking trail maps.  And browse our Lending Library.
10AM KIDS’ KICKBALL - Safari Field  Ages 7 – 12 (with exceptions for size).
1PM to 2:30PM RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN - Children Under Age 6 Must Be With An Adult
5PM WEEKENDERS CHECK-OUT TIME.  Please wrap all trash securely & place inside a dumpster.  We appreciate it when you leave your site as neat as you found it.
 

Saturday, June 26

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Posted by Activities Director | Posted in Activities | Posted on 20-06-2010

10 AM – 5 PM
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BEACH OPEN – Please swim only when and where lifeguard is on duty.  There are State Laws for your Safety.  If you have a boat, please launch it at the boat launch just west of Beach 2.  Trailers must be returned to your site.  There is not space to leave them at the boat launch area.  We are required to keep our roads clear for emergency vehicles at all times.  Thank-you.
 
10 AM -NOON.
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RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN – All ages.  Under age 6 must be with an adult.  Please pay for projects before starting them.  Thank-you. 
11 AM - 9 PM
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BEACH REC HALL OPEN
12 NOON
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SOFTBALL – Safari Field.  Ages 16 and up (with exceptions for skill).  Camper-in-Charge:  Brian Kane 
5 PM…………………….. CHILDRENS HAY WAGON RIDES – Pick-up and drop-off at Safari Field.  Parents, do not allow your child to ride unless you are certain he/she will remain seated. 
5 PM
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ADULTS VOLLEYBALL – At the net next to Blue 43.  All Welcome. 
6:30 PM…………………….. PING PONG ELIMINATION CONTEST – By popular request!  Safari Rec Hall – Ages 10 and up – Prize:  $10.00 Camp Store Credit.  Sign up at office.
8 PM
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FREE PRIZE BINGO – Safari Rec Hall – All Ages. 
8 PM
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PARTY TIME WITH D-J-B-K – RED PAVILLION  All Welcome! 
11 PM
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ALL QUIET ON SITES
12 MIDNIGHT
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ALL CAMPFIRES FULLY EXTINGUISHED

Friday, June 25

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Posted by Activities Director | Posted in Activities | Posted on 19-06-2010

10 a.m. – 5 p.m.  Beach Open

6 – 9 p.m.  Beach Rec Hall Open

11 p.m.  All Quiet on Sites

12 Midnight  All Campfires fully extinguished.

CAMPFIRES ARE ALLOWED ONLY IF THEY ARE CONTAINED WITHIN A RING OF STONES, FLAMES ARE NEVER MORE THAN 12 INCHES HIGH, THEY ARE NEVER LEFT UNATTENDED AND ARE FULLY EXTINGUISHED AT MIDNIGHT.  THIS IS A FIRM SAFETY RULE, NO EXCEPTIONS!

SUMMER IS HERE!

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Posted by Activities Director | Posted in Activities, Fishing | Posted on 19-06-2010

FISHERMEN

Remember to bring your catch to the office to be weighed and photographed and entered in our season-long contest.  Trophy & Cash Prizes awarded Labor Day Weekend.  LIVE-RELEASE.

Sunday, June 20 Father’s Day

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Posted by Activities Director | Posted in Activities | Posted on 19-06-2010

8:30 – 10 a.m.  PANCAKE BREAKFAST – Safari Rec Hall.

10:15 a.m.  KIDS’ KICKBALL – Safari Field.

10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  BEACH OPEN

1 – 2:30 p.m.  RED CRAFT HOUSE OPEN

5 p.m.  CHECK-OUT TIME  Please wrap all trash and place inside a dumpster.  We appreciate it when you leave your site as neat as you found it.  Thank-you!

MOST IMPORTANT, HAVE A GREAT TIME & COME BACK AGAIN.

Father’s Day Weekend

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Posted by Activities Director | Posted in Activities, Fishing | Posted on 11-06-2010

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Fishermen

Sign up for our Double Jeopardy Bass Contest, Saturday 6-11a.m..  Entry Fee: $3.00  Cash Prizes.  Bring your catch to the Blue Shack at 11 a.m.  We will weigh it, photograph you with it and enter it in both the Day Contest and our Season Long Contest with trophy and cash prizes awarded Labor Day Weekend.  LIVE-RELEASE.  Must be a registered camper.  Camper-in-charge:  Bill Coyle.