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HappyCappy · 05-17-2008

What are your summer vacation plans.

I actually don't have any. Just work, work, work, and work some more.

liljj07 · 05-17-2008

Summer school

lisawomenl · 05-18-2008

CAMPING! woot my family always goes camping every summer i love it so much now i have a dog to come with us shes my baby girl hehe her name is kelsey and shes a miniature dachund i cant wait to take her camping with the family and go to the dog beach

cheetah · 05-18-2008

No real plans yet. I have tickets to go the the Shaw Festival (anytime between now and October) and Hubby got us ticket to the Cirque Du Soleil in August for our Anniversary. I have always wanted to go to the Cirque. I usually take a weeks holidays at the end of August, just before school is back in. We like to do day trips like the Toronto Zoo, The African Lion Safari, Niagara Falls, the Rom Musium, or just down to the beach at Port Dover. We play it one day at a time, as long as I am not at work and get to visit some real Cheetahs then I am happy.

turtle22 · 05-18-2008

I was hoping to go to the okanagan to visit my brother, then do some sight seeing up there. But now Im not sure we will be able to afford it (gas) so maybe just camping. My son has not been camping yet.

HappyCappy · 05-18-2008

Between hubby working so much over time this summer, I am not sure if we will even get camping in.:(

I am sad about that. I love camping.

ignite · 05-18-2008

Not sure, hobby will likely be working. I'm gonna be able to work soon too, i guess.

Izzy · 05-21-2008

No big plans here, but thought maybe if anyone is going to be sending their child to a summer camp I have some suggestions to ask the camp staff. It is funny, we trust summer camps, but WHY ?? Anyhow, here we go

Have criminal record checks been done on ALL staff ? (also ask to see them, not to read them, just to make sure they really do have them)

If there is a life guard ask to see their certificate.

Do all staff members have their first aid training and at least 3 with their industrial first aid. Is there a nurse on duty, again ask to see credentials, and where is the nearest hospital.

If horses are involved, ask to see their credentials. Horse teaching certificates etc. Walk through the barns, if they are dirty (with in reason, it is a barn after all) but if it is really bad, walk away ! Look at horses hooves, if they are cracked, or long, they are not being looked after well enough (not for my liking anyhow) Check out the tack room, make sure all saddles have stirrups, and horns. Check bridles, make sure they have chin straps. Ask the ages of staff members with horses.

What is the staff to camper ratio. 6 to 1 is a good ratio. Or less.

Walk through the cabins. Dirt says a LOT.

Are staff near by at night ? Sleep in the same building or room ? You don't want your child to be unsupervised ever.

boys and girls kept separate ?

Is there a written itinerary ? if not, walk away. It indicates they let the kids do what they want when they want, and we as parents want structure.

Check kitchen area, make sure there is a recent health check done. Ask to see certificates for the kitchen staff's "food safe" EVERY kitchen staff member should have one.

Ask if they are accredited with the BCCA (BC camping assoc) if not, WHY ?

I have lots more, but these are a great starting point !

One last thing, just because a camp says they are a "bible" or "religious" camp does not make them safe. Same goes for a "family run business".

Ask a million questions, the more the better, and if they are a reputable camp they will not have a problem giving you answers.

One last thing, go see it in person before registering !!

roxyjazz · 05-21-2008

I think my neice is coming to stay with me for the summer ,,,, which is wonderful if I can keep her occupied LOL she is 14. Other than that I have a colonoscopy I am really looking forward to in june NOT!!! Hopefully the sun will shine all freakin summer.

Destiny · 05-21-2008

Going Camping in Port Dover on Friday June 13 for the weekend and some weekend trips to the Toronto Zoo, The African Lion Safari, Niagara Falls (like we do every summer) .. and sending the kids to grandmas house for a few weeks (out of town) in July... That'll give hubby and I time to act like newlyweds again (winks)... other then that not much planned....

PS. Cheetah.. about a 5 min walk from the falls if Duffrin islands (sp?) , don't know if you have ever heard of it.. just a little park type thing.. you'll luv it bring a picnic and a blanket or chairs.. it's so beautiful, u'll luv it I swear

Izzy · 05-22-2008

If I am lucky I will make it to Niagra Falls one day

sherbear · 05-22-2008

fLORIDA we are leaving june 27 and back July 14. Then just camping the rest of it.

Naomi · 05-22-2008

We do alot of day trips within the province. We have found the most beautiful places near home.

sherbear · 05-22-2008

I agree Naomi, We went to the east coast last year. Next year we are heading to the west coast. Here in Canada we are so lucky to be blessed with such a beautiful place.

05-17-2008	#1
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cheetah Moderator Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Ontario Posts: 2,882 Threads: 571 Thanks: 484 Thanked 1,169 Times in 661 Posts	No real plans yet. I have tickets to go the the Shaw Festival (anytime between now and October) and Hubby got us ticket to the Cirque Du Soleil in August for our Anniversary. I have always wanted to go to the Cirque. I usually take a weeks holidays at the end of August, just before school is back in. We like to do day trips like the Toronto Zoo, The African Lion Safari, Niagara Falls, the Rom Musium, or just down to the beach at Port Dover. We play it one day at a time, as long as I am not at work and get to visit some real Cheetahs then I am happy. __________________ Ready to pounce on those free-bees Newbie Links How to Thank (Please Use Thankyou Button) ( important) Forum How to (Everything you need to know)

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turtle22 Administrator Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Vancouver Island BC Posts: 3,893 Threads: 327 Thanks: 1,353 Thanked 1,204 Times in 610 Posts	I was hoping to go to the okanagan to visit my brother, then do some sight seeing up there. But now Im not sure we will be able to afford it (gas) so maybe just camping. My son has not been camping yet. __________________ Earn points & redeem for cool prizes! Click here! Newbie Links How to Thank (Please Use Thankyou Button)( important) Forum How to ( Everything you need to know)

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HappyCappy Chief Join Date: Feb 2007 Adventure Ho Champion! Location: Northern Alberta Posts: 5,857 Threads: 3100 Thanks: 1,018 Thanked 3,120 Times in 1,507 Posts	Between hubby working so much over time this summer, I am not sure if we will even get camping in.:( I am sad about that. I love camping. __________________

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lisawomenl hello all Join Date: May 2008 Location: canada ontario Posts: 109 Threads: 38 Thanks: 46 Thanked 121 Times in 27 Posts	CAMPING! woot my family always goes camping every summer i love it so much now i have a dog to come with us shes my baby girl hehe her name is kelsey and shes a miniature dachund i cant wait to take her camping with the family and go to the dog beach

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ignite Bow Chicka Honk Honk! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Surrey, BC Posts: 704 Threads: 22 Thanks: 445 Thanked 82 Times in 72 Posts	Not sure, hobby will likely be working. I'm gonna be able to work soon too, i guess.

05-21-2008	#8
Izzy Junior Beaver Join Date: May 2008 Location: BC Posts: 89 Threads: 10 Thanks: 28 Thanked 49 Times in 16 Posts	No big plans here, but thought maybe if anyone is going to be sending their child to a summer camp I have some suggestions to ask the camp staff. It is funny, we trust summer camps, but WHY ?? Anyhow, here we go Have criminal record checks been done on ALL staff ? (also ask to see them, not to read them, just to make sure they really do have them) If there is a life guard ask to see their certificate. Do all staff members have their first aid training and at least 3 with their industrial first aid. Is there a nurse on duty, again ask to see credentials, and where is the nearest hospital. If horses are involved, ask to see their credentials. Horse teaching certificates etc. Walk through the barns, if they are dirty (with in reason, it is a barn after all) but if it is really bad, walk away ! Look at horses hooves, if they are cracked, or long, they are not being looked after well enough (not for my liking anyhow) Check out the tack room, make sure all saddles have stirrups, and horns. Check bridles, make sure they have chin straps. Ask the ages of staff members with horses. What is the staff to camper ratio. 6 to 1 is a good ratio. Or less. Walk through the cabins. Dirt says a LOT. Are staff near by at night ? Sleep in the same building or room ? You don't want your child to be unsupervised ever. boys and girls kept separate ? Is there a written itinerary ? if not, walk away. It indicates they let the kids do what they want when they want, and we as parents want structure. Check kitchen area, make sure there is a recent health check done. Ask to see certificates for the kitchen staff's "food safe" EVERY kitchen staff member should have one. Ask if they are accredited with the BCCA (BC camping assoc) if not, WHY ? I have lots more, but these are a great starting point ! One last thing, just because a camp says they are a "bible" or "religious" camp does not make them safe. Same goes for a "family run business". Ask a million questions, the more the better, and if they are a reputable camp they will not have a problem giving you answers. One last thing, go see it in person before registering !!

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roxyjazz Diva Beaver Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: NB Posts: 288 Thanks: 4 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	I think my neice is coming to stay with me for the summer ,,,, which is wonderful if I can keep her occupied LOL she is 14. Other than that I have a colonoscopy I am really looking forward to in june NOT!!! Hopefully the sun will shine all freakin summer.

05-21-2008	#10
Destiny Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 5,480 Threads: 2482 Thanks: 2,489 Thanked 4,926 Times in 1,825 Posts	Going Camping in Port Dover on Friday June 13 for the weekend and some weekend trips to the Toronto Zoo, The African Lion Safari, Niagara Falls (like we do every summer) .. and sending the kids to grandmas house for a few weeks (out of town) in July... That'll give hubby and I time to act like newlyweds again (winks)... other then that not much planned.... PS. Cheetah.. about a 5 min walk from the falls if Duffrin islands (sp?) , don't know if you have ever heard of it.. just a little park type thing.. you'll luv it bring a picnic and a blanket or chairs.. it's so beautiful, u'll luv it I swear __________________ Free Gift Cards: http://www.mysearchbonus.com/?p=join...875da360460908

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Izzy Junior Beaver Join Date: May 2008 Location: BC Posts: 89 Threads: 10 Thanks: 28 Thanked 49 Times in 16 Posts	If I am lucky I will make it to Niagra Falls one day

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