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Special points of interest: Sept. is makeover month see how you can volunteer to help LL be the best it can be LL begins the OCA accreditation process
Because of you... This little light of mine oh please let it shine
I know Lighthouse Landing is a magical place with all the natural ingredients for a sweet memory.
This little light of mine oh please let it shine
Flea Fly - new call response camp chant
Let it shine – all the time –
New “Snap” photo contest visit the website to see the 2008 winners
Inside this issue:
Experiencing Magnetawan
2008
let it shine. The light in LL shone brightly this year when very young and old at heart, smiled, shared and had fun together. Campers said: “This week I’ve laughed!” “For awhile I put everything aside and shared completely with my family & children”
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Annual Makeovers
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Taylor Brown & Curtis Ferry ~ LL in prose
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Social Justice & Shining Lights Camp
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Favourite Potluck 6 Recipes Ahoy ~ 6 Jackson Gray sets sail Message from the 8 Director
“I really noticed the stars and watched the sunset” “Next year I need two weeks because one was not long enough.” “I sat and just watched a blue heron.”
This year the ice was out of Lake Cecebe on April 21, 2008. It is spectacular to be at the camp when the ice is breaking up. You can hear all the cracking and watch it open freeing the water we enjoy all summer. We welcome our first group on Easter weekend and close the old screen doors for another year on Thanksgiving weekend. It’s hard for everyone to take off the flip flops, shorts and sunglasses. I was determined to enjoy Lake Cecebe as long as possible. I was lucky enough to enjoy the 12 C lake until Oct 12, 2008. As I write this newsletter, the falls leaves are changing, the lake is calm, the
Camp Director Francine Slee still swimming in 12C Lake Cecebe on Oct 12, 2008.
animals are preparing for winter, and I am recalling the beautiful memories made this summer.
Lighthouse Landing Aligns With The OCA This year Lighthouse Landing was accepted to be accredited with the Ontario Camping Association. The OCA is a voluntary, nonprofit organization that draws its membership from camps, individuals and like-minded organizations and agencies, all devoted to maintaining high standards for organized
camping, and to sharing information and ideas that maintain these standards. Camp membership in the OCA is not automatic: any camp seeking OCA accreditation must undergo a two-year provisional period, during which, it is visited by OCA representatives each year, and must meet specific standards before being accepted
for full membership. Preparations for our first visit began in October 2007 and saw the implementation of safety equipment and emergency procedure plans. We will continue to make LL a safe and enjoyable space for you and your family. Thank you friends for your recommendation letters required in this process.
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Spirit Raising... This summer, Lighthouse Landing held it’s very own Snap Contest to capture the beauty and excitement of camp life. Camp Life ~ Charlie M. jumping off Echo Rock taken by Dave B. of Belmont.
Spiking Success at our 3rd Annual Labour Day Beach Volleyball Tournament
Nature ~ Bee resting on a Water lily taken by Taylor B. of St. Thomas Originality ~ Elizabeth S. of London photographed scrabble words of camp life.
Theme Picture ~ “Hope & Justice” Jim, Mitchell, Deryk, Matthew, John and Marshall of the Social Justice Leadership Camp 2008. 2009 T-Shirts Designed by Jim Slee. These will be available by email or can be picked up at the March 7th Volleyball Fun Raiser Tournament at Spikes in London. Watch for the new design. Price $15 each or 2 for $25. Our 3rd Annual Labour Day Beach Volleyball Tournie
was a spiking success. Jenn & I cheered the eight teams from the new two-seater kayak in the bay and enjoyed the outstanding skill. The Scramblers from Kitchener finished in first place, and team Captain Collision, Captain Concussion & Captain Crunch of St. Thomas took best effort award. Next year the tournament will be on the weekend of September 4th-7th, 2009. Register your team early.
“Come to the Magnetawan Area. Walk it, bike it, hike it you’ll like it”
Audrey and Bill enjoy a scenic trip down the Distress River
Rock jumping in Mag!
Experiencing Magnetawan From Lake Cecebe Waterways newsletter, “The MNR sent a crew of technicians and biologists to the area to collect and record a variety of information from the fish caught including fish species, sex, age, length, weight and general health. This information will be used to determine sport fish abundance, life history, characteristics of key species and the diversity of the fish community. I spoke with Steve Scholten, MNR Biologist, after the operation was completed and he reported that Lake Cecebe has one of the healthiest fish populations in the district.” The area abounds in rolling hills, forests of cedar, spruce, grand pine, rock faces, pristine rivers and lakes, the Trans Canada Trail, Old Nipissing road, remains of ghost towns of the past and of course, Peter Camani’s “Screaming Heads” Stone Sculptures. Many people ask about the artist & his work. Taken from the Almaguin newspaper, “Peter Camani has retired from 35 years of teaching to
concentrate on his own creative projects. He says the main sculptures are done but he has smaller projects in mind including capturing himself in cement. He can now work with clay because he has purchased a kiln and he’d like to do more painting, including a history of man.” Camani is now busy filming the movie “Witch Way” at his site. Our thanks to Brenda & Sam who took us on a Geocaching adventure from geocaching.com. “Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support from the environment.” There are 659,451 active caches placed throughout Canada & the world. We located two caches near Magnetawan and in the third case we couldn’t find
the container. “We’ll be back!” Lighthouse Landing was an active participant in the planning and organizing of the 5km Run/ Walk with a new 10km run as a fundraiser that raised $1142.00 for the Almaguin High School, Magnetawan Home & School and our area Nursing station. A $500 Scholarship will be given to a student who pursues a career in Business or Tourism. Last year the school purchased a sand & water table . This year there were 51 participants in the run/walk. In five years $7342.00 has been raised for the community. Next year the event will be held on Saturday Sept 12th. Plan a stay at Lighthouse Landing and you’ll fall in love with the Almaguin Highland area. Lighthouse Landing enters the Lake Cecebe Photo Contest held by the Cecebe Waterways Association . To view past winners visit: www.cecebewaterways.ca.
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Annual Makeovers...
Cathy Ferry standing by her newly painted Rocky Ritz.
Rick Slee lighting up La Bell Niche.
“Be a part of a volunteer weekend Sept 25-26 2009. Help make Lighthouse Landing the best it can be”
Thank you to the many hands that helped to make the following upgrades to our rustic heritage cabins that were built between 1940-1960. There is a brand new roof on La Belle Niche (#1), a fresh coat of paint in the main room and deck. The interior of Beachcomber (#2) has been rearranged for better use of the main room and it has just been painted. Herbs were also planted beside the cabin for the use of those who visit. Our beach has three new wooden chairs and two wooden barrel rafts. The names of the rafts are Petra (The Rock Ronzio) & U.V.O.D. (After Odie, the dog who has visited LL for over 14 years). A brand new back door, screen, front stoop and inside floor painting are highlighted at Whispering Woods (#3). Rocky Ritz (#4) welcomed guests with a brand new colour on the exterior and a newly
designed campfire pit. Cedar Cove (#5) has two new wooden chairs for relaxing & the interior tables & chairs livened up. At Sunset Serenade (#6) the jacking up continues. Sabrina, Aaron and Riley’s new hand painted sign, “Froggy Haven” was dedicated to the best frog catchin’ spot.
brush clearing, trail work, carpentry, roofing, building projects, closing down areas. Helpers 18 and under must be accompanied by parents. Your accommodation is free and you will have time to enjoy the area. Please contact me if you can be part of making Lighthouse Landing the best it can be.
Again last winter our electrical contractor took down dangerous trees. New loads of sand and a covering for the shelter lifted up the Beach Volleyball Court. Lighthouse Landing has enjoyed a new two-seater kayak called “The Dakota” named after a long time Labrador friend of Lighthouse Landing. Lighthouse Landing invites you to be part of a volunteer work weekend September 25-26th, 2009. We need you. You are more than welcome to come on the Thursday and stay till Tuesday. Jobs include… painting, staining, gardening, lawn work, canoe repairs,
Jim Slee and John & Ian Steadman testing their new raft design.
Skunk Out – Rex & Zeus (two dog friends) of LL were sprayed by a skunk this summer. We found an excellent solution to get rid of the smell. Here it is: 1 quart 3% Hydrogen Peroxide, ¼ cup baking soda, 2 tbsp dish soap. It really works!!
Nature News...
Co-Director Alyssa Van Belois, holds the largest painted turtle ever found at Lighthouse Landing
The Summer of Storms On our hottest day of the summer, the sun was shining bright for our wonderful canoe trip, picnic in the park and rock jumping. On the way home out of nowhere, came a torrential rain storm. Similarly, during one of our lake swims a freak storm forced swimmers out of the water to enjoy a canoe ride - straight out of a movie. Everyone stayed safe and like true campers the rain never dampened our spirits.
Wildlife Every year we are welcomed by Mom & Dad mallards in the spring, the chipmunks, loons, geese, bull frogs, turtles, beavers, groundhogs etc. This year the Witt (Hill) family found a hole in the sand with broken, rubbery turtle eggs and even a small snapping turtle. We were lucky to have deer and a wild turkey couple call Lighthouse Landing their home. At first the turkey was thought to be a peacock or a
turkey vulture, however, the local Wild Turkey Club informed us that there had been 192 sightings in our area and 1,000 in the Parry Sound district. We were told that the pair should return next year. Louis, our resident ground hog, has come out to visit many campers. This year, we saw Louise ( both groundhogs were named by young campers) and her babies.
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Lighthouse Landing 2008 ~ Taylor Brown I can’t wait for summer To spend at Lighthouse Landing The sunshine there It warms my heart As I watch my mother tanning. The stars, the moon and the frog calls at night Make you feel at ease; Especially when you hear an eerie sound in the midst of the trees. At dusk, Gord plays guitar Around a warming fire; Playing every song that your little heart desires. Around these very same campfires, Patty makes her specialty: A bowl of butter popcorn or basically anything you’d like to eat! Jimmy & Alyssa make the sleepovers a blast; Even when poor Jackson Almost gets his leg into a cast.
Fran, she is the best, With all of her traditions; And everybody enjoys her exciting competitions. Fran & Cathy’s friendship Reminds me of Jill and I; Laughing, joking, swimming, canoeing and together all the time.
Ice cream in Magnetawan Reminds you of being a child And the Moose Trax flavour Is very appropriate to this Muskoka wild. Berry-picking in the woods Always tastes so great But rasp-, blue- and staw-berries Are the ONLY kind I ate!
Mitchell and Elizabeth are great to help fish; There are always “locals” And Gord is great frying it up for That I like to see Like Jeanie, Cath, Craig, John, my dish. Sheila and my family. Canoeing down the Distress Is just like a dream So thank you Fran for your care Beautiful, majestic wildlife During our great stay Is everywhere, it seems. Even though I am sad now I’ll see everyone next year anyway Canoeing just before dawn Makes you want to sigh; When it’s time to leave There’s fog on the calm water I almost feel I could cry And pastel in the sky For all of the beautiful people here Have become a friend of mine. I love you, Lighthouse Landing!
Co-Director Jim Slee taking time out with Raine S.
Come On (To Magnetawan) ~ Curtis Ferry Come one, come all, come up and you’ll see How great and majestic this country can be Beyond the great city, beyond the large towers of home There’s things to be seen, and sounds to be heard A moose, a bear and the song of a bird Or the heavenly silence in the calm after a storm Tyler (left) accompanied his brother Curtis Ferry while entertaining the camp with his upbeat eastcoast-feel song about Magnetawan.
(Chorus) So come on (come on), come on (come on), come on to the town of Magnetawan A place where your face will light up with a grace like a man who just won the amazing race And you won’t want to leave, you’ll rather stay here than go back to what you called your home so dear So come on, come on to Magnetawan An historical site like the man powered locks Or an old man relaxing and fishing off the dock Kids are at the beach or they’re jumping off Echo Rock Take me down to Knoepfli Falls We’ll jump right on in and we’ll just have a ball Then we’ll go with our friends and swim across Lake Cecebe
(Chorus) (Bridge) A duck swims ‘cross the lake A bullfrog lets out a cry It’s stunningly beautiful watching the sun set at night (Musical Interlude) A volleyball game or a song by the fire The swing at the beach is made from a tire When it rains we don’t fight, we play cards until night Just sit back and relax IT’S OUR GOD GIVEN RIGHT!
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Lighthouse Landing raises $360 to buy 12 goats in Southern Sudan
Social Justice Leadership Camp ~ Elaine Orsini Age 12—17
Our next Social Justice Leadership Camps are:
Volunteer Staff—Elaine, Emma, Jennie, Carolyn & LL Staff
I read about social justice, write about social justice, give whole school reflections on social justice as well as teach about social justice. And yet it wasn’t until my week at Lighthouse Landing that a new mental and emotional wave washed over me and brought greater awareness and empathy for those less fortunate. Our week at Lighthouse Landing was away from media constructed realities. Our week moved us into a natural environment which focused on living in community using low technology. The importance of working together, I believe, helped to open our hearts and reshift our thinking from me to we. This was superbly done through sharing a sleeping space, preparing food together, eating together in random groupings which encouraged teenagers to open up to people they might not usually speak to and cleaning up together. Feelings of belonging were set as base line as individuals were expected to participate in the running of the activities. As Jean Vanier said, “ More important than being loved is a sense of belonging.”
Shining Lights Camp Adults 18 years and older This summer, LL was honoured to introduced the Shining Lights Camp for adults with special needs. Our aim was to provide physically and emotionally safe environments in which campers are nurtured, respected and challenged. Through our recreational programs, we fostered self-esteem, age-appropriate independence, decision-making and negotiation skills and placed a special emphasis on social interaction to make lasting friendships. The campers who attended our camp left with a renewed sense of purpose and a heightened level of self-actualization. They challenged their fears and experienced many firsts like canoeing, swimming, fishing, nature hiking, leading, and even singing karaoke. We worked as a community to plan, prepare and cleanup our meals and learned new skills and recipes to take home.
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families so that they can become selfsufficient. Students spoke to strangers, massaged them with homemade massage bars and together were seen volunteering, caring, singing and making a difference! Awesome. Although this could have been seen as embarrassing, for most of the students, this was empowering. There was group support, enthusiasm and awareness and belief in the cause. It seems to me, that there was a profound redefinition of happiness among everyone in the camp. It was not based From building a sense of belonging was the on material acquisitions. After selling the building of empathy for other people. Social justice issues were modeled through physical massage bars there were positive emoexperiences like the walk for water. It really tions - trust, optimism and happiness. Helping one another became a second made all of us think about clean, free water and who has access to it. We dialogued about instinct. It was evident that as a group how much clean water we have in our lives. It we were spreading hope and empowerment. became significant to reflect on the fact that we have a lake of clean water which we can The activities planned were fun, involved safely swim in! Astounding. the creativity of the students with no As a group, we tie-dyed shirts which we used formal assessment like in a school setting. There were no tests… and yet it to identify us as a group of people who want to make a difference, who wanted to tell peo- was evident that the learning was profound. I feel the shift that took place in ple about Abuk’s story, who wanted to raise my own consciousness which will lead to money to purchase two breeding goats for new actions. I believe the students who experienced this social justice leadership Our next Shining Lights Camp is: camp have had a shift in perspective Aug 16 - 22 2009 which gives them a new understanding, an experience of hope through individual Our team of volunteer staff included Mell and community efforts. and Emily, a dynamic mother daughter team from the London School Board; and Terry, a VON coordinator with her son Cameron and niece Daysha. The staffcamper learning relationship was mutually beneficial. As the week went on the staff were reminded of the tremendous gift these campers have for the world. We empowered the campers to overcome their fears, to challenge themselves, to enjoy nature and to engage in dialogue out side their comfort zones. While the campers modeled for the staff a true example of positive thinking, of acceptance, the power of a smile, of friendship and kindness. The camp as a whole experienced a tremendous shift in consciousness from me to we. Please contact us if you know someone who could benefit from attending our Shining Lights Camp, or if you would like to volunteer in a truly transforming experience.
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Favourite Potluck Recipes... Teriyaki Chicken Patti Schnare Brown the chicken thighs & leg pieces on the bbq. You could use the oven or stove top. If you don’t brown it, it will be too fatty. If you use skinless chicken, there is no need to brown. Mix together ½ cup soy sauce and ½ cup brown sugar with 2 garlic cloves minced and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard. Pour over chicken in crock pot and cook 4 hrs on high heat or 6 hours on low heat or until very tender. The same recipe can be
used in the oven, using low heat (275 or 300) for 2-2 ½ hours with the casserole dish covered. Enjoy! Slow Cooker Hash Browns Byl Family Mix 1 cup of sour cream with 1 can of mushroom soup. Add 1/4 cup of diced onion and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Mix in 1kg bag of hash browns. Cook on low in slow cooker for 4 hours.
Fran’s Turtle Cake Preheat oven to 350 & prepare 1 chocolate cake mix. Pour ½ of the batter in a greased 13x9 pan & bake for 15 minutes. Put 1 cup of margarine, 1 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of corn syrup & 1 can of eagle brand condensed milk in a heavy saucepan. Heat & stir until it boils for 5 minutes. Pour over the cooled baked cake. Sprinkle choc chips & pecans. Pour second ½ of the batter & then remaining choc chips & pecans. Bake until done & enjoy!
Ahoy Land Lovers... Fifteen year old Jackson from Toronto has been coming to LL for many years. He has taken up sailing through a Toronto club and competes all over Ontario. Last year, Jackson helped Jim & Alyssa design a homemade sailboat. This year he was determined to bring up his “Laser” racing sailboat from the sailing club. When Jackson and his father went to pick up the boat from the club they were stopped by crowds of people celebrating
the Cabana Festival. Determined to show us his skills, Jackson lugged his sailboat through the parades of people until he reached his father miles away. He launched his boat down the lake at their friend’s cottage, and since there was no wind, Jackson was forced to paddle two hours using his hands to get the sailboat to LL. Jackson kindly took most of the campers for a ride on his boat and taught Jim and Alyssa how to sail using his
state of the art waterproof writing pad. Mushroom hunting and homemade soup was made possible with our dear friends from Poland. Halina, Stan, Basia, Asia, and Kasia, took the camp on a hike and identified many edible mushrooms. Afterwards, the camp enjoyed home made wild mushroom soup.
Special Moments Braeden of London says, “I’ve had a great summer. I’ve been to summer camp and now I’m here and everyone is my best friend.” Jamieson, age 4, of Orillia says “I’ve had an oceany kind of day.” While seated for our family Thanksgiving dinner, Mikey, age 3, says, “This is just like we are a family.”
“Oh Mommy, I felt a fish for you and let me
Flea Fly... Thanks Elaine & Emma for this great camp song. Sing it at home over the winter, have some fun and reminisce about your times on Lake Cecebe. Flea (Flea) Flea Fly (Flea Fly) Flea Fly Flow (Flea Fly Flow) Vista (Vista) Oh nonna nonna da vista (Oh nonna nonna da vista) Cumma la cumma la cumma la vista (Cumma la cumma la cumma la vista)
Ene meene decimeene oo wa awa a meene xameene zolameene oo wa oo wa (Ene meene decimeene oo wa awa a meene xameene zolameene oo wa oo wa) Beat bille oten dot n bobo an’ bitn dot an’ sh sh (Beat bille oten dot n bobo an’ bitn dot an’ sh sh) Thanks to Fredi, Micheal, Mell & Emily for teaching us new camp songs.
tell you, it was Social Justice Camp Ambassador Elaine Orsini chanting “Flea Fly” with her canoe group.
disgusting.” ~ Peyton, age 4
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The Family Lots of excitement in the Slee household when we welcomed Tessa Francine on November 30, 2007, the daughter of Sean and Nikki. Tessa is the most beautiful baby in the whole, entire, great big world. This year Mikey (age 3) has become a big brother to baby Tessa. Tessa had her first canoe ride and Mikey caught fish, frogs and set off water balloon launchers at LL. Rick’s favourite project this year was a large vegetable and herb garden filled with massive zucchini, tomatoes, red and green peppers, corn, cucumber, jalapeño peppers, cabbage, lettuce, carrots and radishes. “Salsa all winter!” Jim says. Jeff finished courses towards his Masters in Economics and worked as a Financial Advisor at the TD in Ottawa. Pam is working for the KPMG Bankruptcy Department. They are the proud parents of two cats, Sinbad & Mia. A big highlight for Jeff and Pam was backpacking on the East Coast Trail of NFLD. Sean is still the number one Service Advisor in London and
has become an integral part of the team at Probart Mazda. Nikki recently started working part-time at La Senza and they are doing a wonderful job making a home for Mikey and Tessa. Jim is completing his thesis towards his Masters in Education while working as a Departmental Teacher’s Assistant at UWO and supply teaching. He is also designing social justice camps, the fantastic LL website, building whenever and whatever he can, and playing with Mikey & Tessa. This year he recorded two special songs for Alyssa with Jeff Hartling and Jim & Alyssa produced one together called, “Love You Cause You”. One day it will be on the radio. Alyssa is finishing her Honors Specialization in Psychology at UWO. If not studying hard, Alyssa can be found working as an Instructional Therapist to a boy with autism and volunteering in her neighborhood school. She’s always ready and willing to help and was a tremendous help at the November & March Volleyball Fundraisers and all
summer at Lighthouse Landing as a Co-Director. During the winter I loved time spent with Mikey & baby Tessa, teaching the Smiles & Songs music program and developing a children’s music CD with Jeff Hartling. Camp administrative tasks keep me busy all year and I enjoy planning the Volleyball Fundraisers and seeing our camp families in the off season. Working for VON as a support worker and hosting respite weekends for adults with special needs continues to be a rewarding experience. Alika and Bella were happy to return to the freedom of the North but sadly this summer we lost our dog Ginger, our constant friend of 17 years.
A Special Thanks... In February we said goodbye to Dean a local artist & friend. He has made almost every sign in our camp. Thanks Alyssa for stepping up to redo signs this summer. In September we lost Rick’s brother Dave and a dear family friend Eleanor. Dave was in our wedding party in 1976 and planned several Serenity Weekends at LL. I was lucky to live with Eleanor & Joe in 1975 and stayed close since that time. Joe planted our perennial garden and Eleanor’s
artistic gifts can be seen in the murals in the cabins. In the rush of daily expectations how often do we reflect on the specialness of family and friends? Like the flowers in our wild perennial garden each one is beautiful, colourful, unique and precious. Thanks Dean, Dave & Eleanor for blooming in our hearts and lives. Each year we have many reunions. The McKay’s our 5th generation family & The Hills
our 4th generation family, were with us again. Basia & Asia were the furthest vistors from Poland and the Kingston family came from England. The closest visitors were Sandi & Anisa from Gravenhurst. Thanks to my family Jeff, Pam, Sean, Nikki, Mikey & Tessa, Anne, Bill, Jesse, Gord, Aileen, Shawn, Taylor, Patti, Scott, Mitchell, Elizabeth, Jason, Sarah, Claire & Carolyn, Rob, Jane and Sarah who visited, shared, sung, and supported.
Eleanor & Joe taking a break after working so hard on the beautification of Lighthouse Landing
Come listen to the silence
Since 1963, we've worked as a family to develop a life enhancing and affordable vacation destination. We believe our rustic cabins and camping sites, sitting in a natural setting on Lake Cecebe, and our interactive camp program provide a fulfilling experience for all ages.
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Getting To Know You...
Don’t forget...
Great “in the moment” moments were spent at our Get2Know You Activities, Potluck Suppers, Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations, Lake Swim, Diving off the raft, Kayaking, Lock Trips, SelfPropelled Activities, Park Outings & Rock Jumping, Beach Volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee, Scavenger Hunts, Ice Cream Outings, Karaoke Nights, Euchre Games, Craft time, Parent’s Night Out, Fishing Derbies, Gord & Aileen’s fish fry, Family Cooking movie with Jeana, Sheila & Cathy (rainy day fun), Canoe trips & Campfires.
Our Send A Family To Camp Program continues and our new two seater kayak & rafts are all here as a result of our Fundraisers held in London at Spikes VB. Mark your calendar for Saturday March 7th 2009, at Spikes in London for our annual fundraiser. Register your team early. “We Appreciate You” Draw Every time you visit, your name is put in a draw for a LL gift certificate to be applied towards your next visit to LL. The gift certificate value is $100. Winner for 2008 is Dan, Lindsey & Josiah Koppert of Tillsonburg New Booking ~ Tell a friend or family member about LL. Upon their first stay (minimum 3 day) you will receive a $60 gift certificate.
Thanks to you & you & you & your spirits for entering in. In our highest fishing derby this summer, 96 fish were caught. As always the children practiced, persevered & were very patient. Tim M of Waterloo & Ryan M of Barrie caught large pickerel, Mitch of London caught a 22” pike with his Uncle Gord.
Message From The Director... We’ll soon begin our 24th year and feel privileged to share our lives with each of you on the shores of Lake Cecebe, near Magnetawan at Lighthouse Landing. The key word is share. LL is a spectacular location but it’s just that, “a place.” Each of you make it home for a weekend, a week,
two weeks. You bring your warm engaging spirits, your unique talents, your laughter, your care and then open up to others. You share unconditionally with all who enter. We prepare the “place,” we get excited for your arrival and then like a cozy campfire we are warmed by your presents
(presence). We sincerely appreciate every kindness, helpful gesture or word of encouragement. Within our short time together, we enter into your home in this Place and you leave a lasting mark on ours. Habari! Mzuri Sana!