I guess Danforth Bay has new paddle boats (check out the picture on their website!!!). I talked to Nick (new activity director) a couple of weeks ago and I hear that Danforth Bay buys new kayaks each year!!!
This year I guess they have decided to buy a few paddle boats as well. These look really fancy. I'm sure the kids will want to rent these (if we can get on one!!!).
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
Popup Trailer Roof Support
Good post for discussion. I got this message from my web site today about roof support. Anyone have any opinions? I know when we had roof problems because of a snapped cable the roof wouldn't go up correctly but it certaintly didn't fall on anyone.
What about, not sure how many stories are out there on this, the roof collapsing. Is / are there any suggestions on this? For instance, can something be purchased that can be placed inside of the camper, once the roof is up, that will act as a backup system in case the cables decide to give?
I am sure something can be made or built, if just a regular piece of steel.
What about, not sure how many stories are out there on this, the roof collapsing. Is / are there any suggestions on this? For instance, can something be purchased that can be placed inside of the camper, once the roof is up, that will act as a backup system in case the cables decide to give?
I am sure something can be made or built, if just a regular piece of steel.
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
Soul Fest 06 Brochure came today
Forget American Idol (which I have little interest in ... although I do like last years winner Carrie Underwood's latest hit), the latest Soul Fest 06 brochure came today. This year it is again being hosted by Gunstock Mountain in Gilford, NH
On-site camping at Gunstock is available!
Some of my Christian favorite bands/groups will be there including:
Other major Christian artists such as the following are schedule to appear as well:
Niki loves Barlow Girl and they will be there as well.
I'm really hoping to go this year but the prices are still quite steep (e.g., $30-$37 per person per day). Discounts are avaiable. Checkout their site.
Another incentive for me to go... I checked, only 44 miles (or 1 hour) from Danforth Bay.
On-site camping at Gunstock is available!
Some of my Christian favorite bands/groups will be there including:
- Audio Adrenaline -- This will be their farwell tour!
- Newsboys
- Casting Crowns
- Chris Tomblin
- Jars Of Clay
- Jeremy Camp
- Mercy Me
Other major Christian artists such as the following are schedule to appear as well:
- Third Day
- Rebecca St. James
- Skillet
- Natalie Grant
Niki loves Barlow Girl and they will be there as well.
I'm really hoping to go this year but the prices are still quite steep (e.g., $30-$37 per person per day). Discounts are avaiable. Checkout their site.
Another incentive for me to go... I checked, only 44 miles (or 1 hour) from Danforth Bay.
DBCR Camping Page
Danforth Bay camping page is updated on www.newenglandcamper.com
I'm hoping to add in some more information about some other sites that we visited last summer as well as some new tips for visiting the resort.
I'm hoping to add in some more information about some other sites that we visited last summer as well as some new tips for visiting the resort.
Monday, May 22, 2006
Starlite Camping Resort Review, Stevens, PA
The following contains a review from a reader of NewEnglandCamper.com. I'll be putting this on the 2006 Review page.
Starlite Camping Resort in Stevens PA (an alternative to Hershey High Meadow)
Dates & Cost
Dates Camped: 8/21/05 - 8/25/05
Site Camped On:
Size of this site:No Comment
Cost: $37 with 2 kids!
Firewood Cost: $
Firewood Quality: No Comment
Campground
Size: Large
Type: Half Seasonal/Half Transient
Registration: Easy, Quick and Painless
Grounds: Well Maintained and Clean
Owners/Staff: Friendly but sloppily dressed
Staff Comments: Family owned campground - friendly & accommodating
Quietness: Quiet
Highway Noise: No Highway Noise
Average Site Size: Medium
Facilities
Restrooms: Clean
Restroom State: Somewhat Modern
Hookups Available: No Comment
Electric Hookup Available: No Comment
Internet Capabilities: No Comment
Camp Store: Good to Average
Activities & Entertainment
Planned Activities: No Comment
Days of Activities: No Comment
Fishing: No Comment
Swimming: Outdoor Pool
Game Room: No Comment
Other: Horseshoes
What's Near by: Hershey Park (25 miles), Lancaster County, Amish farms, Lititz Pretzel Factory
Comments:
This campground sits up on a hill and the view of the farm valley is beautiful. The stargazing at night is great.
We were there during the week and towards the end of the season so it was quiet. I can't write about planned activities, but I know they normally have them during the weekend. While the location of this campground was about 10 mins from anything (groceries, gas, etc), we'd go back in a heartbeat.
We actually stumbled upon this campground after a AWFUL experience at the Jonestown KOA and I couldn't believe that there were no reviews on this place. Of course this campground could be a different story during weekends or particularly busy times, but for a mid-week trip, relatively close to Hershey, it absolutely could not be beat
Starlite Camping Resort in Stevens PA (an alternative to Hershey High Meadow)
Dates & Cost
Dates Camped: 8/21/05 - 8/25/05
Site Camped On:
Size of this site:No Comment
Cost: $37 with 2 kids!
Firewood Cost: $
Firewood Quality: No Comment
Campground
Size: Large
Type: Half Seasonal/Half Transient
Registration: Easy, Quick and Painless
Grounds: Well Maintained and Clean
Owners/Staff: Friendly but sloppily dressed
Staff Comments: Family owned campground - friendly & accommodating
Quietness: Quiet
Highway Noise: No Highway Noise
Average Site Size: Medium
Facilities
Restrooms: Clean
Restroom State: Somewhat Modern
Hookups Available: No Comment
Electric Hookup Available: No Comment
Internet Capabilities: No Comment
Camp Store: Good to Average
Activities & Entertainment
Planned Activities: No Comment
Days of Activities: No Comment
Fishing: No Comment
Swimming: Outdoor Pool
Game Room: No Comment
Other: Horseshoes
What's Near by: Hershey Park (25 miles), Lancaster County, Amish farms, Lititz Pretzel Factory
Comments:
This campground sits up on a hill and the view of the farm valley is beautiful. The stargazing at night is great.
We were there during the week and towards the end of the season so it was quiet. I can't write about planned activities, but I know they normally have them during the weekend. While the location of this campground was about 10 mins from anything (groceries, gas, etc), we'd go back in a heartbeat.
We actually stumbled upon this campground after a AWFUL experience at the Jonestown KOA and I couldn't believe that there were no reviews on this place. Of course this campground could be a different story during weekends or particularly busy times, but for a mid-week trip, relatively close to Hershey, it absolutely could not be beat
Danforth Bay Update - 5/22
Even though it rained most of last week there was some major changes at Danforth Bay:
Danforth Bay's main entrance road was about 1/2 way paved. I suspect that the entire road will be paved by Memorial Day weekend. The posts for the security gates have been put in.
The new pool is nearing completion. It has been entirely cemented. I suspect this will be done before summer.
There are actually campers now in the Bluffs. During my tour I saw 5 campers on various sites. They also paved a good portion of the Bluffs paved as well.
This weekend was the first really busy weekend at Danforth Bay. Lots of campers this weekend. Chocura Circle and the Penisula area (MerryMeeting) looked close to 100% full. On top of the hill it was mainly quiet. That's Camping web site has some good pictures of the doggie activities.
Danforth Bay's main entrance road was about 1/2 way paved. I suspect that the entire road will be paved by Memorial Day weekend. The posts for the security gates have been put in.
The new pool is nearing completion. It has been entirely cemented. I suspect this will be done before summer.
There are actually campers now in the Bluffs. During my tour I saw 5 campers on various sites. They also paved a good portion of the Bluffs paved as well.
This weekend was the first really busy weekend at Danforth Bay. Lots of campers this weekend. Chocura Circle and the Penisula area (MerryMeeting) looked close to 100% full. On top of the hill it was mainly quiet. That's Camping web site has some good pictures of the doggie activities.
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
The Sun is Out!!!
At 610PM here in a soak drenched flooded North East Massachusetts the SUN IS OUT and God has made a beautiful rainbow!
Wow its like we haven't seen sunshine in years!
Wow its like we haven't seen sunshine in years!
Thursday, May 11, 2006
Wanted
The following things I'm looking for (at a good price):
* Fishing poles, equipment, etc.
* Canoe
* Baseball equipment
Send me an e-mail @ NewEnglandCamper@comcast.net if you have any of these things that you want to part with
* Fishing poles, equipment, etc.
* Canoe
* Baseball equipment
Send me an e-mail @ NewEnglandCamper@comcast.net if you have any of these things that you want to part with
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
Camp Free with KOA this Friday - May 12th
We did this a couple of years back at the KOA in Woodstock, NH.
I guess they are doing it this year as well. There is even a KOA at the Cape that is participating!
From the KOA website:
Camp FREE on May 12!
Join us Friday, May 12 for the third annual KOA Come Camp With Us Day. We’ve got more than 27,000 FREE campsites and Kabins available in the U.S. and Canada.
I guess they are doing it this year as well. There is even a KOA at the Cape that is participating!
From the KOA website:
Camp FREE on May 12!
Join us Friday, May 12 for the third annual KOA Come Camp With Us Day. We’ve got more than 27,000 FREE campsites and Kabins available in the U.S. and Canada.
Monday, May 01, 2006
Today is the Day
Today is the day that you can start making shorter (e.g., weekend stays) at Danforth Bay for the Summer 2006 season. Keep calling and try to get in touch with a person. They will not accept a phone message as a reservation. If your weekend is not available put yourself on the waiting list. We got all our weekends that we wanted last year (and we were on the waiting list several times). Good luck!
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