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AUGUST 2010

AUGUST is here and we all know what that means; it’s time to soak up the sun & fun at Camp Lake James. Yes, school is getting closer but the days are still just as long, so don’t fret, The Camp is here to help. There are numerous activities coming up this month that are sure to carry on your summertime excitement. Some of these activities include: Dive-In Movie, H2O Poser Day, Kid’s Camp Slip and Slide Splish-Splash during the adult wakeboarding camp.

Dive-In Movie – Have you ever wanted to watch a movie on a big screen while floating around in a pool? Well this will be your chance to do just that! Our movie screen will be set-up on The Camp’s pool deck and we’ll be playing a movie suitable with our water theme. Don’t forget your favorite float!

H2O Poser Day – We all know it’s easy to take pictures out of water, so let’s try to take pictures underwater! We have the underwater camera and pool toys; all you need to do is bring the creativity. Once the ‘photo shoot’ is over, we will develop your favorite picture. Who has an underwater family portrait? You could.

Kid’s Camp Slip and Slide Splish-Splash – The title of this program explains it all. Join us as we celebrate the fact that it’s still summer with games that are sure to get you wet. Not to mention, we’ll have a slip and slide.

Adult Wakeboarding Lesson- Parents while the kids are at Kids Camp try out two of the fastest growing water sports, Wakeboarding and Standup Paddle Boarding. For more information and times please see page three of the newsletter.

Looking for a cozy retreat to spend a long weekend? Fall is just around the corner, what better place to spend a couple beautiful days than at Camp Lake James. Enjoy the serene view of Lake James and the colors of fall in the Blue Ridge Mountains right from the Hully Gully Cabin. With the Blue Ridge parkway and Grandfather Mountain only being a short drive away, the Hully Gully cabin is an ideal base for adventure and relaxation.

The Hully Gully Cabin offers more than 1,700 square feet of space, including two bedrooms and two baths. Located just a short distance from The Camp, the Hully Gully Cabin is a nice easy hike to our main facility. If you’re interested in fishing you can pack a lunch and make a stop along the way at Doc’s pond and enjoy a nice relaxing afternoon with the family.

A FALL BREAK ESCAPE - Hully Gully Cabin

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Originally from Winston-Salem, NC, TYLER ATKINS attended Appalachian State University, and graduated in 2007. While there, he obtained a degree in Recreation Management concentrating in Commercial Recreation and Tourism. He began working at Camp Lake James in the summer of 2008 as an intern. Tyler recently took the position of Activities Director, and will be planning many of the events and activities here at The Camp. The many outdoor educational experiences that are provided at Camp Lake James, Tyler gets to enjoy his hobbies while providing a memorable and educational experience to the members and their guests. In his spare time Tyler enjoys skiing, hiking, disc golf, and is an avid backyard gardener.

As a Mcdowell County native BERNICE TONEY has lived in this area for the majority of her life. Raising her family of 4 children and 2 grandchildren only brought her closer to all the many local opportunities that this area has to offer. She has 10+ years in the Food Service industry as well as many long standing ties with local food producers and distributors. As the Proprietor of the Courthouse Coffee Shop & Cafe for 7yrs, she has an understanding that “We cannot fix what we don’t know”. Bernice encourages the members of 1780 and OWC to offer suggestions and comments to create a more fulfilling experience for you and your taste buds. While here at The Camp Bernice hope to expand and offer a continual supply of local farm fresh menu items to be served at the County Line Canteen.

Mark your calendars for August 14 because we’ll have a day full of exciting activities! The day will begin with Adult Wakeboarding Camp and Kid’s Camp Back to School Slip and Slide Splish-Splash. Adults are encouraged to sign-up for wakeboarding camp, and parents can drop the kids off at Splish Splash Camp. The kid’s camp and the wakeboarding camp have two sessions the first at 10 a.m. – 1 p.m and the second 2-5p.m. So parents, go learn how to wakeboard while your kids are having a blast with us. Our kid’s camp will be based solely on water fun and having a great time while cooling off; not to mention, we’ll have a slip-n-slide…I guess the secrets out now.

Also on August 14th we’ll have a new complimentary activity for everyone to participate in and enjoy; Stand up paddleboarding! Staff from Whitecap Stand Up Paddleboarding will be at our Expedition Center’s beach supplying one-on-one instruction to anyone that wants to try this ever increasing water sport. This activity is geared for all ages and athletic abilities, so come down to Kayak Cove and try something new, you’ll be glad you did. Please go to this website for more information on Stand Up Paddleboarding: www.whitecapsup.com/

For more information or how to sign up for Adult Wakeboarding Camp or Kid’s Camp Back to School Slip and Slide Splish-Slash, visit The Camp’s office or call 828-391-6866.

The Faces at Camp Lake James

Wet and Wild Back to School Blowout!

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AUGUST EVENTS Walking ClubDate: Monday, August 2Time: 8 - 9 a.m.Cost: ComplimentaryAge: NonePre-registration: August 1

Want to take advantage of beautiful mornings, get a little exercise and meet new friends in the community? Of course you do!

Camp Craft Date: Friday, August 6Time: 2 - 4 p.m.Cost: $2Age: 4 yrs old and upPre-registration: August 4

This craft is sure to be a hit and lots of fun to play with at The Camp and when you take it home.

Dive-In MovieDate: Saturday, August 7Time: 8:30 p.m.Cost: $3Age: NonePre-registration: August 5

Yes, you read correctly, we’re having our first Dive-In movie! Bring your floats and rest on the water while watching a movie based on a water theme. Seating out of the pool will also be available for you landlubbers.

H2O Poser DayDate: Saturday, August 7Time: 2 - 4 p.m.Cost: $2Age: NonePre-registration: August 5

We have a waterproof camera, so it’s time to put it to good use. Get ready to strike a pose underwater! We’ll develop the picture of your choice for a lasting memory. Care for an underwater family portrait anyone?

Property HikeDate: Sunday, August 8Time: 9 - 11 a.m.Cost: ComplimentaryAge: NonePre-registration: August 7

Join us as we hike the Hully Gully trail and parts of the red trial in search of wildlife living in and around our pond and creek. Who knows, we might be able to find a salamander!

Sidewalk ChalkDate: Monday, August 9Time: 1 - 2 p.m.Cost: ComplimentaryAge: Young at heartPre-registration: August 8

August is the month of ‘peace’ so we will be decorating The Camp’s sidewalk with peaceful chalk art. We have the chalk, all you have to do is bring your creativity.

Tie Dye ThursdayDate: Thursday, August 12Time: 10 – 11 a.m.Cost:$5 per ShirtAge: NonePre-registration: August 10

Once again, our favorite Thursday is here, Tie Dye Thursday! Join us as we create colorful t-shirts and pillow cases that you can show off to all your friends. Let your creativity shine!

Friday Friends – Wine and Hors d’œuvresDate: Friday, August 13Time: 5 - 7 p.m. Cost: $10Age: None (Wine 21 and up)Pre-registration: August 11

Wine, Hors d’oeuvers, and friends…this sounds like the combination of a great time. Members, let’s gather together and celebrate our Camp Lake James community.

Adult Wakeboarding CampDate: Saturday, August 14Time: 10 a.m. - 1p.m. and 2 – 5p.m.Cost: $60 per sessionAge: 18 yrs old and upPre-registration: August 11

Here’s a wakeboarding camp geared to all the adults out there. Have you ever wanted to learn how to wakeboard or wakeboard even better? If so, please sign-up for lessons with an experienced wake boarder. Worried about what to do with the kids? Sign them up for Kids Camp.

JEFF WOLFE

ETHAN CRUMP

ETHAN KINCAID

Kid’s Camp Back to School Slip and Slide Splish-SplashDate: Saturday, August 14Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 2p.m. - 5p.m. Cost:$7per-session (includes snack)Age: 6 yrs old and upPre-registration: August 12

Summer is not over yet! Let’s celebrate summer’s approaching end with pool games galore and a slip and slide! Need we say more?

Stand up PaddleboardingDate: Saturday, August 14Time: 11am – 3 p.m.Cost: ComplimentaryAge: 6 yrs old and upPre-registration: None

Stand up Paddleboarding is one of the fastest growing water sports. You have the chance to learn to try out this sport with guided instruction from the instructors at White Cap Stand up Paddleboarding. Don’t miss the chance to try something new on the lake!

Wakeboarding Day CampDate: Sunday, August 15Time: 10 a.m. - 1p.m. and 2 – 5p.m.Cost: $60 per sessionAge: 6 yrs old and upPre-registration: August 12

Have fun learning how to wakeboard while making friends along the way at our Wakeboarding Day Camp! This is our last wakeboarding camp of the summer, don’t miss out.

Grown-Up Nature HikeDate: Monday, August 16Time: 6 - 8 p.m.Cost: ComplimentaryAge: 18 yrs old and upPre-registration: August 15

Enjoy an evening stroll along the meandering paths that wind through the 1780 community. We will hear a multitude of native frogs and search for other wildlife along the way.

Canoe the Catawba RiverDate: Saturday, August 21Time: TBA (pending water flow schedule)Cost: $30Age: 6 yrs old and upPre-registration: August 17

Get ready for a guided kayak tour down the Catawba River! The guides at CBS Sports are ready to show you a great time. Make sure to sign-up early for an afternoon full of adventure and exploration.

Exploding ExperimentsDate: Saturday, August 21Time: 3 – 5 p.m.Cost: $3Age: 6 yrs old and upPre-registration: August 19Sizzle, crackle, BOOM! It’s time to learn the science of chemical reactions. Join us as we perform experiments that are sure to cause wonder and excitement. Don’t worry we have safety goggles, this could get messy and is sure to be fun.

Sunday SundaeDate: Sunday, August 22Time: 3 – 4 p.m.Cost: $4Age: NonePre-registration: August 20Sunday, Sunday, Sundae! Why not end or begin your week with an ice cream sundae? Sit down, relax, and indulge yourself in a sweet treat; you deserve it.

Campfire Cooking – Cobbler and WineDate: Wednesday, August 25Time: 5 – 7 p.m.Cost: $6Age: 21 yrs old upPre-registration: August 23Learn how to prepare cobbler over an open campfire while tasting various wines. You get the best of both worlds with this program, a delicious beverage alongside a sweet, melt-in-your mouth, dessert.

Homemade Musical InstrumentsDate: Saturday, August 28Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.Cost: $2Age: 4 yrs old and upPre-registration: August 25

Believe it or not, sounds can be created from the most unlikely of materials. This program will teach you how to make simple musical instruments out of household and recycled items.

Afternoon Trivia NightDate: Sunday, August 29Time: 2 - 4 p.m.Cost: NoneAge: None (A “wiser” team member might be beneficial)Pre-registration: August 27

Thinking cap, check, lucky socks, check, game face…Check! Now you’re ready for some trivia questions. Be sure to brush up on your random local facts and try to win some prizes.

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NATURE NOTES -Perseids Meteor ShowerWhat’s better than lying on your back at night and starring at the stars? Our answer here is ‘not much’ except when there’s a meteor shower on that same night! From August 9 –August 14, be sure to gaze up at the night’s sky because the Perseids meteor shower is scheduled to make its appearance.

Perseids is the name of a prolific meteor shower associated with the comet, Swift-Tuttle. A stream of debris, called the Perseids cloud, stretches along the orbit of the comet Swift-Tuttle. The cloud consists of particles ejected by the comet as it travels on its 130-year orbit. Most of the dust in the cloud today is around a thousand years old. This meteor shower has been observed for over 2000 years. During its peak, the rate of meteors reaches 60 or more per hour. They can be seen all across the sky, but because of the path of Swift-Tuttle’s orbit, the Perseids meteor shower is primarily visible in the northern hemisphere.

Labor Day Kebab Bar LunchDate: Saturday September 4Time: 12 - 2p.m.Cost: $9 per adult- $5 per childAge: NonePre-registration: September 1

There is no better way to polish off the summer than a buffet style lunch featuring a variety of freshly grilled Kebabs. Pick your favorite Kebab and finish it with one of the many featured sauces.

Battle For the PaddleDate: Saturday September 4Time: 2 - 4 p.m.Cost: NoneAge: NonePre-registration: September 2

Will 1780 prevail for the third year in a row? Not if OWC has anything to say about it! This years Battle for the Paddle just might be a game changer. Featuring water relays, a community volley ball challenge and variety of Min it to Win it style games that will reward a steady hand and mind. The Paddle is up for grabs this year!

Tailgating Games TourneyDate: Sunday September 5Time: 1 - 3p.m.Cost: NoneAge: NonePre-registration: September 3

The seasons are starting to change and we all need brush up on some of our pre-game skills. Hang out in the field around the horseshoe pit where we will also play corn hole, and ladder golf by the pool deck. The overall winners will receive a CLJ Crazy Creek chair.

Brunch in the Social HallDate: Monday September 6Time: 10a.m. – 12p.m.Cost: $6 per person Age: NonePre-registration: September 3

Before you leave The Camp make sure to drop by the Social Hall for a scrumptious meal featuring Crepes and Parfeit, who doesn’t like Parfeit? Top your Crepes with a variety of fruits and sauces while enjoying the final morning of a holiday weekend.

Looking Ahead to Labor Day