Thursday, August 13, 2009
Our Day Trip To Bowron Lake
This past Wednesday, August 12th, Jen, Faith, Nathan, Jim and I (Alison) all loaded into Jen’s mini-van for a day trip/picnic to Bowron Lake. It took us 3 hours from Prince George. The resort is 25 minutes past Barkerville. It is very secluded and private. The people who manage the resort were very friendly, ready to help us in any way possible.
There are unlimited camp sites both along the lake front and along the river in the camp-ground. They have sani dumps and water, but no electrical hook-ups. The campsites are huge, even big enough for Theresa’s 5th wheeler. We don’t need to put any deposits down until next year. We just need to keep in touch and let them know how many cabins/campsites we need.
We are looking into renting a huge tent for setting up for eating, and in case of rain.
We would like to now ask for everyone who plans on attending for their input. We are looking for activity ideas for both young and old, game ideas for young children and adults, and food ideas. We can rent canoes and kayaks at the resort. We will use the best and most affordable of everyone’s ideas.
We are also planning an afternoon/evening trip to Barkerville. We will post a link to Barkerville’s Website so everyone can see the many activities it offers. We are trying to get a discount on a group entry rate for the entire family. We will keep you posted.
As this is such a big undertaking, we would like to ask everyone to help out. Everyone should help in one meal preparation and one clean-up. This way no one person is burdened with doing everything.
We are very excited about being together for this Shaw Family Reunion long weekend and the opportunity for us all to build strong bonds of love with our entire family. We can make new memories to last a lifetime. We will be taking lots of pictures and making movies. Please put a priority on attending. We have given everyone over 14 months to arrange their schedules. If you can’t attend the entire reunion, come for whatever part you can.
Thanks so much for those who have already replied. Please email me at: ajknudsen5@gmail.com with any of your ideas, and input. This reunion is for us all, so don’t hesitate to share your ideas.
Stay tuned for our next update.
Alison
There are unlimited camp sites both along the lake front and along the river in the camp-ground. They have sani dumps and water, but no electrical hook-ups. The campsites are huge, even big enough for Theresa’s 5th wheeler. We don’t need to put any deposits down until next year. We just need to keep in touch and let them know how many cabins/campsites we need.
We are looking into renting a huge tent for setting up for eating, and in case of rain.
We would like to now ask for everyone who plans on attending for their input. We are looking for activity ideas for both young and old, game ideas for young children and adults, and food ideas. We can rent canoes and kayaks at the resort. We will use the best and most affordable of everyone’s ideas.
We are also planning an afternoon/evening trip to Barkerville. We will post a link to Barkerville’s Website so everyone can see the many activities it offers. We are trying to get a discount on a group entry rate for the entire family. We will keep you posted.
As this is such a big undertaking, we would like to ask everyone to help out. Everyone should help in one meal preparation and one clean-up. This way no one person is burdened with doing everything.
We are very excited about being together for this Shaw Family Reunion long weekend and the opportunity for us all to build strong bonds of love with our entire family. We can make new memories to last a lifetime. We will be taking lots of pictures and making movies. Please put a priority on attending. We have given everyone over 14 months to arrange their schedules. If you can’t attend the entire reunion, come for whatever part you can.
Thanks so much for those who have already replied. Please email me at: ajknudsen5@gmail.com with any of your ideas, and input. This reunion is for us all, so don’t hesitate to share your ideas.
Stay tuned for our next update.
Alison
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Change in Plans
After a lot of thought, we decided that it would be more exciting if the Shaw Clan met in a new location with lots of activities for everyone! So, without further adieu we announce that the Shaw Family Reunion 2010 will be held at the Bowron Lake Lodge & Resort. There will be no complaints as it took us 2 whole months of researching to find a location that could accommodate us. This place has something for everyone: swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, etc. We have listed below the activities available, the rates and general information. You can check out the website, the link is on the right hand side of the blog as well as a link to the Provincial Park website.
Now that a location has been decided, we will begin to plan further details and will be posting
Activites available at Resort
Bowron Lake Lodge offers many activities for your stay whether it be a few hours or a few days.
Beach rentals of canoes, kayaks, catamarans, motor boats and paddle boats.
Enjoy a challenging game of bocca, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball or rent a mountain bike and take in the trails.
One day canoe or catamaran to the upper Bowron River to view wildlife.
Float the lower Bowron River, fish for trout and view the Chinook salmon.
Enjoy the gradual sloped beach for swimming and boating.
Hike the Yellowhawk, Jubilee, Twin Sisters and Kibbee trails, we have information and maps at the lodge.
Spend a day in historical Barkerville townsite, visit the art galleries and museum in Wells.
Pan for gold at a working placer claim.
Inquire about an adventuresome horseback ride.
Beach rentals of canoes, kayaks, catamarans, motor boats and paddle boats.
Enjoy a challenging game of bocca, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball or rent a mountain bike and take in the trails.
One day canoe or catamaran to the upper Bowron River to view wildlife.
Float the lower Bowron River, fish for trout and view the Chinook salmon.
Enjoy the gradual sloped beach for swimming and boating.
Hike the Yellowhawk, Jubilee, Twin Sisters and Kibbee trails, we have information and maps at the lodge.
Spend a day in historical Barkerville townsite, visit the art galleries and museum in Wells.
Pan for gold at a working placer claim.
Inquire about an adventuresome horseback ride.
Accommodation Rates
Motel & Housekeeping Units with Beach View; large grassy area in front of units
Motel Units- automatic heat, full bath
- $65 (1 double bed)
- $70 (2 twin beds)
Large Housekeeping Unit
- $150 (3 bedrooms) 6+ people
Housekeeping Units right on the Beach; with ******these are the ones on the beach
automatic heat, full bath:
- $80 1 bedroom ( 2 people )--duplex
- $125 2 bedroom ( 4-6 people )
Cancellation Policy 1 day for cabins in high season a $25.00 processing fee will be applied.
Lakeshore Campsite with Bowron River Frontage
Flush toilets, coin operated showers
Covered community cooking areas
Campfires allowed, firewood for sale- $5/bundle
Pets allowed on a leash
Most sites are quite large; so campsite rates are per vehicle. not the number of sites occupied
$24 for two people: $2/person thereafter
Picnic: $10
Group Rates: $5 per person
Daily Beach Rentals
Canoes: $20/hr:$10/hr after: max. $80/day
2 Canoe Catamaran: $20/hr:$10/hr: max. $100/day
Kayaks: $20/hr: $10/hr after: max. $80/day
Paddle Boat: $20/hour: $10/hr: max. $65/day
Row Boat: $20/hr: $10/hr after: max. $65/day
Motor Boat: $30/hr: $20/hr after: max. $100/day
Mountain Bike: $10/hr: $5/hr after: max. $30/day
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Motel Units- automatic heat, full bath
- $65 (1 double bed)
- $70 (2 twin beds)
Large Housekeeping Unit
- $150 (3 bedrooms) 6+ people
Housekeeping Units right on the Beach; with ******these are the ones on the beach
automatic heat, full bath:
- $80 1 bedroom ( 2 people )--duplex
- $125 2 bedroom ( 4-6 people )
Cancellation Policy 1 day for cabins in high season a $25.00 processing fee will be applied.
Lakeshore Campsite with Bowron River Frontage
Flush toilets, coin operated showers
Covered community cooking areas
Campfires allowed, firewood for sale- $5/bundle
Pets allowed on a leash
Most sites are quite large; so campsite rates are per vehicle. not the number of sites occupied
$24 for two people: $2/person thereafter
Picnic: $10
Group Rates: $5 per person
Daily Beach Rentals
Canoes: $20/hr:$10/hr after: max. $80/day
2 Canoe Catamaran: $20/hr:$10/hr: max. $100/day
Kayaks: $20/hr: $10/hr after: max. $80/day
Paddle Boat: $20/hour: $10/hr: max. $65/day
Row Boat: $20/hr: $10/hr after: max. $65/day
Motor Boat: $30/hr: $20/hr after: max. $100/day
Mountain Bike: $10/hr: $5/hr after: max. $30/day
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Map of the Resort
We are booking the beach front campsites 1-6 and the beach front cabins for anyone that wants them.
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