GoodchildFamilyReunion2010: December 2009

Saturday, December 5, 2009

DECEMBER??

See how fast the year went??? I started planning this 4 months ago, and it feels like yesterday. Im still waiting for alot more family to sign up on here, or at least get me an email address so I can get updates to you. I would prefer only posting to one spot, but I know some of you are just not into putting your info on here. Just get me an updated email address. Today I heard from Lizzy,,,I just LOVE getting messages from you. I havent seen Liz in so long. I really hope she can come with her kiddles to the reunion. I stole this picture from her Facebook, always beware,,if I find a picture I like to steal them and use them :) Isnt she the cutest!!

Let me know if you are going to make it to the reunion, I know its still early for camping reservations, but if your not planning on camping, you may want to get your Lodge, or curry reservations, they are available up to a year.

Im sending this out with an update through the emails that I have, if you have an email address for someone that is not on the list ,PLEASE either forward the email, or send it to me.

Hope you all have a wonderful and Safe Holiday Season
Stay Safe
Love you all
Cynthia

Collecting extra camping equipment

To take the worry off of those that are coming in from out of town, like by airplane.
I and hopefully others that see this, will start collecting some extra equipment, obviously it would be a huge hassle to drag a tent, sleeping bags, and other camping items on a plane.

I will be looking for these items at garage sales, and cleaning them up . How does that sound? Even if your not out of town and you need some of this equipment, garage sales in the off season are perfect for this stuff. Let me know if you need help with this. And those that come up with extras and can haul them up there, Please make sure they are cleaned, functioning, and have stakes for the tents.

Great garage sale finds;
tents,
sleeping backs
flashlights
lanterns
Ill start a running list of items available when they become available..first to claim, gets them. If you are local you can pick them up from me, if your flying in, Ill haul it for you. Or someone will. :)

Do You remember the Firefalls

At 9:00 each evening in Camp Curry, the crowd which had gathered for the nightly campfire program, would fall silent. A man would call out to the top of Glacier Point "Let the Fire Fall!", and a faint reply could be heard from the top of the mountain. Then a great bonfire of red fir bark would be pushed evenly over the edge of the cliff, appearing to the onlookers below as a glowing waterfall of sparks and fire.
The spectacle was the Yosemite Firefall, a nightly tradition in Yosemite National Park for some 88 years. I witnessed the Firefall myself as a child and still remember it with uncanny vividness

The last Reunion,,,,,2001

In July 2001 many of us got together in Yosemite for a family reunion. Can you believe it has been that long? That is really bad actually.

I know its early, but if we start planning now for next summer, we can have a really successful Reunion.

Ill be researching all the different lodging available, transportation(flights, rentals etc) , of course you can do this on your own and ad it to the blog too.

Camping is 5 months in advance, may change to 6 months in advance. The Yosemite Lodge is 1 year.

Ill post a date in the near future. Probably early July, so we can take advantage of the river rafting.

Any and all suggestions and advice is ALWAYS welcome. Together we can make lifetime memories

Housekeeping

CURRY VILLAGE

Curry Village® Lodging Tucked right in the heart of Yosemite, below the towering majesty of Half Dome and Glacier Point, Curry Village is a unique and magnificent place to stay. Curry Village accommodations include 18 standard motel rooms, 56 cabins with private baths, one Specialty Cabin with bath, and 319 canvas tent cabins. Plus, there are 14 cabins with centrally located bath houses and 91 Signature Curry Villlage Tent Cabins with custom insulating panels located nearby in the East Orchard. In order to provide the best possible experience for our guests we ask that you know and follow these guidelines for Curry Village Camp etiquette. Please note that cooking facilities/campfire rings are not available in Curry Village. However, there are several dining options within Curry Village, and barbecue grills are available

Yosemite Lodge

Yosemite Lodge at the Falls As the closest property to Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Lodge at the Falls is an idyllic spot for families, group retreats and visitors seeking the comforts of a hotel after an exciting day exploring the wilderness. In 1998, the main complex was redesigned with an emphasis on glass and wood detailing to blend harmoniously with its surroundings. Landscaping of indigenous trees, shrubs and wildflowers further reflect the natural beauty of Yosemite Valley. Learn more about what Yosemite Lodge at the Falls has to offer by clicking on the following links. Lodging Details Guest Services Photo Gallery Dining options include the Mountain Room and Food Court Download a Yosemite Valley map (4.6MB) Download a Yosemite Park map (18.5MB)

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DECEMBER??

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