The actual empty area at Westcan has shrunk as Pacific Industries spreads out and uses more and more area for storage. Still, we were able to get all of the coaches a front row site right on the ocean. As usual, the wild life and local flora and fauna kept us all entertained. The blackberries are almost finished, but still provided lots of picking and eating. As well, Barb Lucas found a very nice plum tree today, lots of fruit!
Some of the folks flew at the job and put up the 2 small shelters immediately. So nice to sit in the shade, enjoy the breeze, and visit. Westcan had kindly left a tall stack of lumber for us to tie down on, and the wall of shade was appreciated. New members, Arnie Aronoff and Judy Axelson were introduced. The group enjoyed burgers with Pot Luck sides and desserts on Friday night and then just settled in to the serenity. There was a small gas campfire, later.
Saturday was a lazy, slow day. A few of us heard the bird hunters popping off shots very early and several men were at work for an hour or two. Nothing serious, but when it goes from absolute silence to little "offside noises" you notice. Bike rides, exploring, shopping, playing card and board games and just vegetating. The biggest thing some of us did was string lights to the shelter. We all brought heavy appies for dinner, which we lingered over and then a good part of us played "Pass the Ace". New member Arnie won twice, so we have a new convert!
There was a problem with the gate being breached, and even left wide open on Saturday, so it was necessary to set up a gate keeper schedule for Sunday. The people in our group were not responsible for the problem, but of course, we were the first to be questioned. I think it went very smoothly as 7 or 8 of us each took a shift going out to the gate for 10 - 15 minutes on every hour. That made us feel better, but did not settle the issue, as there were still vehicles getting in.
Joe and Matt Blogg cooked up a slew of pancakes to get us started on Sunday. It was a treat to pile on the fresh picked blackberries! Another play day, no stress, no prep, no worries! Everyone was on their own for dinner. Some of us brought out leftovers, some cooked, some went out, some ate too much! Everyone enjoyed ice cream sundaes for dessert, provided by Joe and Stella Blogg. The lights went on....more Pass the Ace!
Today, Monday, the shelters were down by 8 AM and we were out of the site by 11 AM. Sad, but necessary. Until next time......
Sandy Quesnel
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Pictures courtesy of Marge
