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Title: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on November 02, 2014, 01:52:22 PM: Where: Guilford Lake State Park Ohio
When: Thursday July 9th through Monday July 13th 2015
Cost: $24.00 a night per campsite, $25.00 Fri and Sat nights (Misc costs see below)
Time: Check-in 3PM... Checkout 1PM

Directions forthcoming if needed.

RULES and REGISTRATION

Registration is by reservation. Sites 1 - 4 are local walk-in sites. Sites 5 - 41 are by reservation. We can stop in the office or call 1-866-644-6727. I am looking to get us all in one area, preferably starting with site 5 along the side. Nobody behind us and down to the lake for however many we may need. HOWEVER... we will take what we can get so long as we all are together or as close as possible. For those who like to get there early, you will be charged the night before if you arrive before 6AM, and you will be charged another day if not out by 1PM.

Bicycling is permitted in the campground but not after dark.

Those visiting people camping may visit from 6AM to 10PM.

Two (2) pets permitted per campsite but must remain leashed.

No firearms or fireworks... this goes without saying.

No alcohol. Rag's interpretation... keep it quiet, responsible and in plain cups with bottles and cans hidden and there should not be an issue, but get hammered at your own risk. Our Gatherings have always been responsible before, so I see no reason why that should change now. Bring a good insulated cup/mug with straw or spout and be adults and there should be no reason to question. It IS nice to have a couple drinks just to relax with friends and family. This IS PUBLIC STATE LAND and open container and public intoxication laws of Ohio apply!!!

Fires permitted only in stoves, grills, or designated areas. So dousing Raziel with a flammable fluid and lighting him on fire is prohibited unless you stake him in a designated area, spit him over a grill, or set him on a stove. Sorry. Leave no fire unattended.

NOISE must be kept to a minimum between 11PM and 7AM.

The park has a dumping station for waste water. USE IT. There are also numerous drinking fountains and spigots for useable water.

Ice is available on site, though a bit steep. There are also a couple soda machines.

No collecting firewood or cutting down trees. No Raz... this does not mean you can bring det cord and down trees that way. This is a family oriented campground... not a landing zone.

A campsite may not be occupied by more than six people. Parents with multiple children excepted.

No trespassing on other people's sites.

Camping Equipment Limited To;

1.) One tent or tents having a separate or combined floor space not in excess of 200 sq ft or

2.) One bus, travel trailer, house vehicle, motor home, station wagon, motorcycle, car, truck, van, pickup camper (None of these may exceed 35 feet in length) in combination with a tent or tents listed above.

3.) One motor vehicle, in addition to one of the above mentioned vehicle, may be parked on the site parking pad in lieu of other vehicles.

MISC DETAILS;

A fishing license is required to fish. As woob and I are out fishing longbefore July, we will post if the fishing is good or not before money is spent on an out of state license. Some years are good here... and some suck. You never know until you fish it and see.

There is a staffed office and workers at the campground.

Ice machines and soda machines, canoe and paddle boat rentals, and on the other side of the lake if everyone wishes to go out there are pontoon boats for rent.

There is firewood available for purchase on site, and I will be bringing wood as well. (SSshhhhh...)

There is a small beach at the campground, a small playground, showers and heads. There is also various gaming stuff available from the park office for use.

There is a larger public beach not far away with facilities and parking as well, and a swingset.

There is also an ice cream stand open during summer hours nearby the beach.

MISC COSTS;

In addition to the site fee(s), we have in the past always collected $10.00 a head for dinner since we cook out, with drinks being each person's own responsibility. Everyone pretty much did their own thing for breakfast and lunch. Out here, that is not really an option being out of town. I am thinking $20.00 a head per day for food and such is needed. This should get us all three meals, with drinks still up to the individual. Naturally other miscellaneous costs are included in this such as napkins, plates, cups, eating utensils, propane tanks, etc etc etc. It has not been unknown to suspend the cost if we find towards the end of our time together we have plenty of food and supplies and no more need be purchased. We also sock away any leftover funds to get supplies for the next gathering in advance.

It is my hope, that one day we may actually get the funds to purchase a trailer and materials to build an enclosed trailer to store and haul all the Gathering stuff. As it is, I have an entire quarter garage willed with Gathering supplies. It would be nice to clean everything when we are done with gathering, load it up, lock the trailer, and open it again at the next Gathering and pick up where we left off. Less chance of forgetting stuff, losing stuff, etc, if it is all secured at once in one place.

This seems like alot for a Gathering, but it is mostly rules and regs for the campsite. My rules are much simpler. Have fun but be responsible... remember we are a family and our kids do attend... keep the drinking low key and the noise level low ... and if Raziel, woob, or myself ask you to do something if you may be getting a bit loud or something, just listen and be cool about it all. We are all there to have fun and build memories to last us all a lifetime!!!!!

More info and such will be posted as it is gathered.

Pics in following post.

DO NOTE... the site fees are subject to change, but I do not expect them to change. If they do, the change will be minimal.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on November 02, 2014, 02:18:28 PM: Some pics so you can get an idea of what to expect. These were taken off-season. Bear this in mind.

WELCOME!!!!!
(http://www.webmaze.com/memberpages/ragnar/g_l_1.jpg)

The camping area to the right as you enter showing playground.
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Various site areas and scenery.
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Two shots of where I hope to camp.

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Shower and head facilities.

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Office

(http://www.webmaze.com/memberpages/ragnar/g_l_11.jpg)

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Parking and potable water source.

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Canoe and paddle boat rentals and part of campground beach.

(http://www.webmaze.com/memberpages/ragnar/g_l_16.jpg)

Firewood trailer.

(http://www.webmaze.com/memberpages/ragnar/g_l_17.jpg)

Boat launch and dock.

(http://www.webmaze.com/memberpages/ragnar/g_l_18.jpg)

Electric box on sites. A good look at what you can use. It seems the bases are covered.

(http://www.webmaze.com/memberpages/ragnar/g_l_19.jpg)

Large Public Beach.

(http://www.webmaze.com/memberpages/ragnar/g_l_20.jpg)

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Ice Cream close to public beach.

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Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Sidona on November 02, 2014, 02:34:43 PM: Yay!!

Can't wait. Will be showing this to D. He's ready to go now...lol.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: kiahMTC on November 03, 2014, 08:21:49 AM: Looks and sounds great! :)
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Raziel on November 06, 2014, 02:44:15 PM: I am prepared and have plans in the works as to attending. Will more than likely utilize an rv rental and still bring the tent and camping supplies as well.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Elisa Windrider on November 12, 2014, 06:10:51 AM: I hope my money troubles will be over by then and i want to be there too!!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on November 12, 2014, 09:32:51 AM: Those who plan on attending, let me know so I can contact the campground and see what is needed to get a block area so we are not all spread out.

When I get a rough idea, I can look into trying to bargain for a reduced rate if possible, any additional amenities that we might cash in on, and how much we need to pay to reserve those spots and if that is refundable if things change for people.

So far those who are attending are;

Rags and woobie
Raz, Jill, and 1 beautiful girl
Salem
Sid and D
NS, flame, and maybe G

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Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Raziel on November 14, 2014, 04:10:21 PM: No on the girls, just the newborn lol.

Raz

Well hell... but alright. I guess I will allow you to come anyway.

Rags
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: kadi{MTC} on November 15, 2014, 07:59:56 AM: Dont think I will be there, it costs to much, with the flight and then somewhere to stay before and after as I will have to take a break between flights so the DVT dont mess me up,
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Melanie on November 21, 2014, 02:15:07 PM: Well, i am for sure gonna try and save up for this. Cant put me in right yet.... But gimme some month and we'll see. Totally wanna go though.... Fishin, campin is my thang! I'll even volunteer for fish cleanin duty! Muahahahahaha!

Nikki
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Salem on March 13, 2015, 02:15:25 PM: I am completely for attending as I have wanted to attend these gatherings for quite a few years, but have never been able to either afford it, or be able to get time away from work to go. Being that I am a friendly neighbor to the north and considering the distance involved, I'd most likely look at flying in rather than driving it, and my concerns are that if I do so, no car, and I'd basically be showing up with the clothes on my back and in a suitcase, with no camping gear to speak of.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on March 13, 2015, 05:24:37 PM: Quote from: Salem on March 13, 2015, 02:15:25 PM
I am completely for attending as I have wanted to attend these gatherings for quite a few years, but have never been able to either afford it, or be able to get time away from work to go. Being that I am a friendly neighbor to the north and considering the distance involved, I'd most likely look at flying in rather than driving it, and my concerns are that if I do so, no car, and I'd basically be showing up with the clothes on my back and in a suitcase, with no camping gear to speak of.

Lemme work on it and see what I can come up with.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Sidona on March 13, 2015, 07:05:31 PM: I'm sure we'll get You covered for whatever You'll need. ;)
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: aisling{MTC} on March 14, 2015, 12:11:28 PM: This looks so much more fun than the motel. Damn.
What a great idea to have it at a campsite, Rags!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on March 14, 2015, 04:39:36 PM: Quote from: aisling{MTC} on March 14, 2015, 12:11:28 PM
This looks so much more fun than the motel. Damn.
What a great idea to have it at a campsite, Rags!

Join us!!!!! *S*
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: aisling{MTC} on March 16, 2015, 07:35:09 AM: I *really* wish I could.
I'll be back in Ohio in May for graduation. I couldn't afford to come out again in July
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on March 16, 2015, 04:57:13 PM: Quote from: aisling{MTC} on March 16, 2015, 07:35:09 AM
I *really* wish I could.
I'll be back in Ohio in May for graduation. I couldn't afford to come out again in July

So rent a lot at the campground and just stay until Gathering is over. That was easy.

;D ;) :-*
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Shadow duck on March 18, 2015, 12:23:35 AM: Fingers and toes and yes eyes sorta crossed tooooooooo trying to work out details buttttttttt if da duck can make it she will need a nest and some cloths to sleep under...... Airlines up here are kinda picky about what you can have with you it seems..... I'll know more towards the middle to end of May .....( needs to know costs etc please and thank you)
chanz.....
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on March 18, 2015, 04:58:10 PM: Stay tuned to this thread!!!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Shylina Marie on March 19, 2015, 03:52:23 PM: at this time due to financial reasons the Herder Bitch will not be able to make it. Sorry folks... someone still has to work and milk the damn cows
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Sidona on April 01, 2015, 12:58:48 PM: Reserved our spot today. :o

Got our things piled up in the living room.

Now all we gotta do is wait for the Gathering! ;D
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on April 01, 2015, 04:42:19 PM: Any who ill need a lot for a trailer, go to ohiostateparks.org and get your spot as close to 10 and 11 as possile. Those who will be tenting, contact me.

It is pay in advance, in the mount of $106 dollars for thursday 3 pm to Monday noon.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Raziel on April 09, 2015, 02:29:48 PM: Well, it's been one of those uncertain issues of having a new job and no accrued leave but, I have managed to attain leave, reservations and a trailer camper for the week. We will arrive on the 6th through the 13th. We will also bring our large 6 man 2 room tent and blow up mattress if anyone needs it's use.

Raz
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on April 09, 2015, 04:39:49 PM: OUTSTANDING!!!!!

The Ubara and flame may need to use that tent.

We will have a popup for a community shelter.

Sid has a tent for Salem.

I am trying to get ahold of Lil.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on April 11, 2015, 05:31:04 PM: More good news!!!!!

Lilac is going to do the best she can to get the time off and attend!!!!!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Lady Snickers on April 18, 2015, 07:52:49 AM: I wish Myself and Artimus Darkstar was able to attend but We are unable to at this time, as We have things will be happening with Us at about that time and also with mom's health, we would need to find someone to stay with her and help her out the whole time we were gone. Maybe next year as it will give us time to save up for it and get things all in line for it.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on April 18, 2015, 04:36:44 PM: Perhaps next year sis.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Lady Snickers on April 18, 2015, 05:16:32 PM: that is our plans Bro on next year. will give all year to get things all lined up for us to be there LOL and who knows on how many will be with us then LOL
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on April 19, 2015, 05:15:29 PM: The more the merrier!!! *S*

BTW... my sis needs to begin coming to camp again as well... *Crosses arms tapping foot...*
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on April 29, 2015, 05:34:22 PM: Okies. Time draws near to finalize things.

This year we have;

Sidona
Doug
Salem

Nightstorm
flame
Gordon

Rags
prism
Lilac

Raziel
Jill
Baby

Jo

Anyone else must get thigs confirmed and taken care of immediately.
I am making this Friday, May 1, 2015 the deadline to get this taken care of. Plans must be made and put in motion.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on May 01, 2015, 05:48:12 PM: Okies... that is it folks.

Naturally all are welcome to attend, but now you must make your own arrangements to secure your site for tents or trailers. It all now depends on availability tat the campgrounds.

If you do attend, you are still welcome at our fire and to enjoy time together.

But again, your site is entirely up to you at this point. There are no sites open in our area that are available. Other areas perhaps. All you can do is call and find out and go from there.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: jade{NS} on May 11, 2015, 10:26:03 AM: *suddenly wishes i lived in Ohio ... which is strange ... because i've always been a happy Canadian camper in the past* .. lol .. wishing all who are able to attend a great great weekend .. what fun!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on June 22, 2015, 04:38:04 AM: Alright, after much deliberation, pricing, and discussion with woobie, we have arrived at a conclusion.

In past years, breakfast and lunch were scavenger hunts for those attending, meaning everyone ate when or where they wished. and everyone kicked in $10.00 a head for supper so we could bbq etc, and drinks were the responsibility of the consumer.

Seeing as how we will be camping, and running to town is a more remote possibility, we are going to do all three meals at the camp. If we do not get extravagant, we decided we should be able to do this with the following pricing.

Children up to six years old eat for free.
Children six to twelve are $5.00 a day.
All over twelve years of age is $15.00 a day for all three meals.
The largest expense we face overall is ice as usual.
Drinks are still the responsibility of the consumer, but coffee and punch will be available if funding allows.

This will begin Thursday night with $15.00 a head or as listed above, in order to get supper and advance items for Friday. Another collection will be taken on Friday, Sat, and Sun, and possibly an additional $5.00 a head for Monday breakfast. This is totally dependent upon what remains in the food and supply budget and stores.

So the total potential food and supply budget would be $65.00 total MAX. per head. In the past collections have grown less, or have been dropped entirely based on consumption and costs. This will once again apply. Meaning, if there are ample supplies and stores come Sat night to cover all day Sun and Mon breakfast before we leave, no further collections would take place.

If you wish to donate funds for the can to go towards purchases of additional equipment to replace old worn out items, and to purchase additional items, they will be greatly appreciated! Things do wear out and additional items are always needed to continue offering enjoyable experiences at the gatherings.

There is a little less than $20.00 left from past gatherings in the can, and that will be used to get some basic essentials to bring out to the lake upon woobie and my arrival. Propane, paper goods, etc.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Salem on July 07, 2015, 11:18:04 PM: Finished packing. Hitting the road tomorrow. :P
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: kiahMTC on July 08, 2015, 04:34:57 AM: Safe travels and special memories for all attending!

(and thanks Rags for always making me feel welcome to attend :-*)
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Raziel on July 09, 2015, 03:53:46 PM: Most of everyone is here and everyone is welcome to come and enjoy! The more the merrier and that always holds true! If you couldn't make it this year, try and make plans for next year!

Raz
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Taryn on July 10, 2015, 11:01:12 AM: Planning on being there next year for sure. Even if that means more hours for Ray to drive for Uber, which he is starting tonight.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on July 13, 2015, 07:08:32 PM: It was a mixture of wet chilly and sunny-hot at any given time this year, but everyone seemed to have fun regardless of weather!!!!!

NightStorm, flame, and G failed to make it, as did Lilac, but Sidona and Doug, Salem, Raziel and Jill and baby Camille, and woobie and I did and all seems to have gone well despite Mother Nature continuing to play her games.

Woob and I got Salem to the airport, and as of this writing he should be well into Canada by now on his return. Woob and I are home, Raz, Jill, and Camille are home. Sidona and Doug seem to be taking an extreme scenic route and have not yet even made it out of Ohio.

We tried a few things different this Gathering, and did lay plans for next years gathering to be held at the same campgrounds... as well as our first choice of sites as well as secondary.

The place was nice and clean, everything was within walking distance of everything else. We even had hot water for the showers!!!!!

Personally, I am ready for next years already!!!!!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on July 14, 2015, 10:28:37 AM: Salem was delayed at CAK and Chicago for two hours each. Sidona finally made it into Illinois.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Elisa Windrider on July 14, 2015, 01:29:50 PM: I Hope all of you have fun and my thoughts are there with you all !

Elisa
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on July 14, 2015, 05:03:03 PM: Sidona and Doug stopped for the night to camp, and still have roughly 300 miles yet to cover before they are home.

And you folks thought I could drag out migration. SHEEEEEESH...!!!!!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Salem on July 14, 2015, 10:08:31 PM: I arrived home at roughly 7:30 pm today Ohio time. Just woke up from a good nap. Flights all the way home yesterday were delayed a few hours because of thunderstorm/tornado warnings around Chicago. Slow going, but I made it home. Think I am going to drive next time.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on July 15, 2015, 10:23:22 AM: Quote from: Salem on July 14, 2015, 10:08:31 PM
I arrived home at roughly 7:30 pm today Ohio time. Just woke up from a good nap. Flights all the way home yesterday were delayed a few hours because of thunderstorm/tornado warnings around Chicago. Slow going, but I made it home. Think I am going to drive next time.

Glad you made it home True!!!!! Now it is just Sidona and Doug still on the road.
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on July 15, 2015, 10:24:09 AM: Sidona and Doug are finally in Oklahoma!!!!! Last leg for them!!!!!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: Sidona on July 15, 2015, 03:54:59 PM: we are home. so very happy to be home too. ;D
our kitties acted like we'd been gone for a year!
Man, it's so hot here too.
I'm missing the lovely cool evenings in Ohio already, and so is Doug.

Already counting the days until next year!
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on July 15, 2015, 05:18:35 PM: WOOT!!!!!

All home safe and sound. Now I can rest easier.

Ready to do it again next weekend? *Ducks* LOL
Title: Re: GATHERING 2015
Post by: RAGNAR on August 05, 2015, 02:47:59 PM: 2016 INFO POSTED IN NEW THREAD!!!!!!