Silver Springs, FL
(directions: link on the right hand column; please note the link does NOT direct you to use the Maitland Blvd extension to the 429 to go around Apopka...TAKE the 429, you'll save yourself at least 20mins.)
CALUSA discovered Mill Dam last year...what a find! Enduring 29 degrees during our first night was a great start to our most memorable camp out of the season. The site is entirely ours for the weekend (no other Federation tribes). The grounds are canopied by old oaks...a wide sandy beach offers the kids a safe place to goof off....and the lake is great to explore by kayak or canoe (not sure about the fishing since the fish weren't buying what CALUSA was selling last year!).
Saturday activities:
*craft
*nature walk
*beach games
*goof around time
Camp Site
*bathrooms: toilets YES, showers we've be told that showers have been installed since last year.
*electric outlets: very limited
*central fire pit
What to bring?
1. Start with the checklist on the right hand column.
2. Your name plaques & new plaque post
3. Vests (with new patches attached?!)
4. Firewood (2-3 bundles)
5. Drinks and snacks for you and your kids.
6. Friday night meal
7. Consider purchasing a tent heater...hopefully the severe cold has passed, but be prepared!*Be sure to purchase plenty of propane canisters (approx. 2/night).
8. Don't worry about Bikes for this one.
Meals
Friday night:
*BYO (grills will available)
Saturday:
*Breakfast (pancakes/eggs/fruit/bacon & sausage)
*Lunch (Burgers & Dogs)
*Dinner, "Jack's Famous 'Low Country' Boil" / Chicken &Mac 'n Cheese)
Sunday:
Breakfast (pancakes/eggs/fruit/bacon & sausage)
Please continue to chip-in in some way on Sunday mornings as we break camp. Most of the help is needed taking down and packing the trailer, but just some overall help in cleaning up our site is necessary and appreciated!
RVSPs are being accumulated now. Please send an email by Sunday, February 12th, to David Collins djc52djc@yahoo.com to confirm your attendance and the total number in your party.
