Monday, October 26, 2009

"Camp Johnson"

Camp Johnson is located in Bridgton, ME. Owned and operated by experienced camp counselors Clay and Carol Johnson.









They have two grandsons. Both have working parents. When school is not in session the question arises "what are we going to do with the boy"? Thankfully there are several good options and one of them is send him to "Camp Johnson" for a week or two or maybe three.
There are several plans to choose from at Camp Johnson.
For nine year old, Evan, it was three weeks without Mom or Dad. For four year old Chase it was a one week father & son experience.

All good camps offer lot's of experiences and Camp Johnson is no exception. We offer a full water front program of swimming and diving, kayaking , sailing, and the popular cliff jumping into emerald pool as well as boat trips to Lake Sebago.
We have hiking experiences to fit all age groups.
For the older campers we offer a two day tenting and sea kayaking experience on the coast of Maine.
Our campers look forward to berry picking and learning special culinary skills in Grandma's kitchen.
Offered for the first time this year was a special entrepreneurial workshop. (cash for cans and bottles)
One of the fun night activities is Halloween in July.
There is ample time just to hang out with friends, reading time and and personal freedom.
These pictures illustrates many of the activities that our older camper,Evan, enjoyed . Click on any picture to make it larger.












Camp Johnson #2

Camp directors Clay and Carol with Chase and Nolan.


This session at Camp Johnson features a week of father and son activities for four year old Chase.
Climbing Douglas Mt. as well as Mt. Tire-em.
Kayak lessons and a solo trip.
Making sand castles.
Swimming. Sun bathing. Motor boating,
A trip to the Maine Wild Life Park.
Mandatory rest times.
Special trips for ice cream.




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Thursday, October 22, 2009

The Fryeburg Fair

The Fryeburg Fair is not called the "The State Fair " but it is. Fryeburg is one of the most picturesque towns in Maine. Sitting right on the western border just below the White Mountains along the banks of the Saco River. It is about a 20 minute drive most of the year but during fair week it is much longer. To avoid the heavy traffic we take the back way through Sweden.

Click on the video and turn on the volume to enjoy the trip.



One of the big events is Woodsmen Day. With all kinds of competition. Women, men, mixed, and senior events. Several types of sawing and chopping events, as well as big equipment contests. Click on any of the pictures to make them larger

And everyone's favorite the Axe Throw.

Find the axe right at the top middle of the picture. A young woman is throwing.
The rest of the pictures are from other events and sights of the fair.












Carol and Clay hope you had great time at the Fair!