| VANCOUVER ISLAND JULY 17 -19 CRUISIN', TUBIN' & BEACH CAMPIN' WEEKEND
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THIS IS THE LAST OF THE INSTRUCTIONS. IF YOU DID NOT SIGN UP BY THURSDAY JULY 16, 2009 8:00 P.M. YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE ANY MORE INFO.
note: Cell phones do not work at the campsite. To find us hang RIGHT at the Lake Cowichan turnoff to go to YOUBOU, continue until the pavement runs out, drive the short gravel road section and follow the signs from there! Or meet us at the D&D Irish Pub in Lake Cowichan where the old Trails Inn was Saturday 12 - 2 p.m.
Note: Gate to property will be UNLOCKED only on Friday & Saturday from 5:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m. CLOSE THE GATE AFTER YOU ENTER.
Sorry this is an ADULT ONLY event
WHAT: Rustic Camping on a private, secluded BEACH on Lake Cowichan - FOR FREE!
(Mirola Mirola you're the bestola! Thank you Mirola for inviting us all-ova!)
WHEN: Friday, July 17 - Sunday, July 19, 2009
COST: Nada. Zip. Zero. $0.00. Rien. Nothing. Nil. no dinaro? (SWeeEET!)
KAYAKING SATURDAY MORNING IF YOU HAVE ONE
LUNCH AND TUBING ON SATURDAY AFTERNOON IN LAKE COWICHAN - Your cost depends on what you need and order
TUBING SKUTZ FALLS ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON.
Sorry this is an ADULT ONLY event
Brought to you by the grace of POF (thank you Marcus!) and your hosts:
moi truly, Senor ~Z
and
Mirola
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Please see the following message threads below for details (if it doesn't have a number I have not written it yet keep checking back):
READ THIS OR DIE!!!
Did I get your attention? GOOD. Nature can be scary. I'm just warnin' you. In more ways than one ha ha! *********All activities including but not limited to CAMPING, SWIMMIN', CRUISIN', DRIVIN', TUBIN' are ALL AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!!**************
****READ ALL SAFETY INFO, READ ALL WHAT TO BRING INFO******Do your own research also in case there are hazards we don't know about. We are not your river guides, paramedics, tour operators or mommies and daddies. DO NOT BRING YOUR CHILDREN. We are not responsible for you or the other people who attend. You ride as passenger with anyone else at your own risk also.
(and a little note to say I copied the swimming fishies from Jane Says' profile...hope you don't mind!)
Can't wait to meet ya, greet ya, and/or see ya there! ONE MORE SLEEP!
Following Members are Attending This Party... Average Member Brings Along 3 Guests
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/3/2009 8:22:48 AM | I just found out I cannot attend as a very good friend is celebrating their 50th on the 18th - I had them in my calendar for the 25th - oops :(
I love tubing - is it possible to join for the day on the 18th but not camp out? | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/3/2009 10:11:19 AM | Absolutely MJ! - join us for tubing - details of exactly where and when to meet will follow. And then we'll send the mass email out too - probably tonight or tomorrow morning.
Thanks again Mirola for sharing your waterfront property with us! | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/3/2009 5:25:02 PM | Perfect day for it since I'm out of town till the night of 17th.....Yipee!
Geeze, no power at the campsite though eh? Whats a girl to do? 
Love your write up Deb & Senor, good job!
Thanks Mirola! And thanks to Mr. P.John especially!
 Suse
P.S. If anyone has an extra PDF to loan....I'd sure appreciate it | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/3/2009 10:43:50 PM | [I will also check to see what the size of the spare LJ]
Mirola said he has one to loan me but Smilingonisland may need one too, apparently WR may need one too, LOL Thanks Z
No, there was no power at last trip and as far as I know, and I survived....At least it has finally warmed up enough I don't need my tent heater and sleeping bag heating pad!
Warose! great u r coming too!  | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/3/2009 10:55:08 PM | Welcome to the event Warose... 
Yeah ... We are recommending Personal Floatation Devices (PFD) ... especially for weaker swimmers ... and it's a lengthly tubing trek and a PFD is always a welcome addition in the event of a tub malfunction ... It has been mentioned about sunscreen, but I should also mention about sunglasses  , footwear and make sure you do not have your vehicle remotes  , because the chances of getting wet, are pretty good.. 
~Zeb  | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/3/2009 11:49:18 PM | I will also check to see if the tube rental place has pfd's...
Oh my gosh I just came back from Mirola's property and you will not believe how beautiful it is!! We are gonna LOVE it there! Someone's gonna have to drag me kicking and screaming away from there...
Finalizing arrangements tomorrow hopefully - take care because some of the info might change a bit - we are STILL tubing...we are still CAMPING...we are still EATING...but we just might do a little bit MORE than that....
stay tuned....
all I can say is WOW! | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/4/2009 12:09:47 PM | CAMP LIST (what to bring):
Drinking and cooking water
sleeping things and shelter things
Cooking things
Propane
Flashlights
A bundle of wood per person.
portapotty, or ask to use someone else's potty, or use the screened-in latrine with toilet seat- we are not SAVAGES, after all! We might even rig a bidet. 
basin for washing
(We warned you nature could be scary!) 
Also bring your sense of adventure. | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/4/2009 12:17:01 PM | TUBE INFO A LE SENOR:
There are basically two types of tubes available
The vinyl tube is made out of a heavy gauge vinyl fabric specifically made for river
use (ensure the one you purchase states this). It is a heavier fabric than a vinyl
"swimming pool" tube and therefore stands up to more use. It is more comfortable
and durable than the basic tube and has handles.
The basic rubber tube is one that was made to go inside a car tire. It has a 15-inch
hole in the middle and was the standard tube before the vinyl ones came along.
"Tube rash" may occur from rubbing your skin on the tube, and they are not as
durable.
TUBE PURCHASE - You can purchase a tube at various outlets such as cdn tire for about 40.00 or maybe 30.00.
TUBE RENTAL:
http://www.cowichanriver.com/?page_id=18 (beside the meet up place - highly recommended for convenience to avoid transporting large tubes whilst carpooling, and cost is cheap enough)
Cost is $10.00 for rental. $15.00 includes shuttle back to vehicle (avoids a 15 - 20 minute walk) Shuttle available only in Lake Cowichan (not the Skutz Falls portion)
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/4/2009 12:41:15 PM | Tubin' down the river.... ITINERARY
SLOW MO GET TO KNOW YO CRUIS'N:
DATE: Saturday July 18
TIME: 1 p.m. lunch 2 p.m. tubing (about 2 - 3 hrs tubing, and lunch first)
WHERE: Irish Times Pub
LOCATION: 109 South Shore Road (the main road running into Lake Cowichan)
MENU AT WEB SITE: http://www.irish-pub.ca/
TUBING SECTION: Tubing through the town of Lake Cowichan from the Irish Times Pub area to Little Beach. Easy section, however, all tubing can be risky - please see safety instructions and what to bring messages for ...what to bring with you!
**bring your own Personal Flotation Device (life jacket) as there are no rentals available
MAP, SAFETY & WHAT TO BRING INFO (additional):
http://www.rainforestexpeditions.com/thints.htm
(this company no longer does the rentals however)
Note: Anyone meeting up with us should join us at the pub at 1 p.m. | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/4/2009 12:49:18 PM | MORE CHALLENGING TUBING - at your own risk again, PFD required, helmets recommended - RISKY! Can be dangerous, people DO DIE on this river every year. So you know.
WHEN: Sunday, July 19, 2009
WHERE: Skutz Falls day use parking area
TIME: unknown - on our way home whenever that is - departing campsite by 11 a.m.
ROUTE: Skutz Falls to Marie Canyon, get out & portage, exit at Stultz Pool (not Duncan any more!)
TRANSPORTATION: At your own risk to be arranged with other participants, we will help facilitate only but are not responsible for driving ability, skill, licensing, etc. YOU ARE!
ROUTE MAP AND IMPORTANT SAFETY GUIDELINES INFO: http://www.rainforestexpeditions.com/thints.htm
Please note there is no tube rental or shuttle service at this location or along this route. Must bring your own PFD and make your own tube rental or purchase arrangement as well as get tube rental back to store. | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/4/2009 12:53:37 PM | LAKE CRUISIN'
WHAT: Kayaking on Lake Cowichan
WHEN: Saturday morning if you can get me going early enough...
Bring your own kayak and join me. There might be an extra or two if you don't have one but you gotta ask me ahead of time... | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/4/2009 12:59:43 PM | SIGN UP OR NOT SIGN UP - THAT IS THE QUESTION
We do not wish to be rude...but signing up would be SOO much easier for us. Benefits of signing up:
1. You get a cell phone contact number in case you get lost and can't find us or in case the gate is locked (which it will be except for certain times)
2. You get updates about any changes before you leave
3. You don't have to pack up all your stuff and drive out there only to find out that we have no room for you! (That's a good one, isn't it?)
WE UNDERSTAND there are some rare situations when you don't feel comfortable signing up - private message one of the hosts and we will try (operative word is TRY) to keep you posted and in the loop and at least we will be able to count you in the numbers of those we expect.
Also please let us know if you are bringing guests and how many.
We thank you humbly and kindly! | |
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| JULY 18 -19 RIVER TUBING & OVERNIGHT CAMPING LAKE COWICHAN VI
Posted: 7/4/2009 1:01:46 PM | Some Tubing Safety .... Which will always ensure fun is had by all ....
Travel in a group when you go tubing. There's safety in numbers. If you get hurt or lost, you don't want to be left completely. (We ask that everyone stick together ... and we will on occasion stop down river to ensure we have not lost anyone.. cuz that... would sux)
Tie your inner tubes together while traveling down river. Bungee cords can also be used to bind inner tubes into a traveling caravan (not to mention, these events are made to be social gatherings, so Debra and I are encouraging everyone to have a bungee cord {and please not the ones with hooks) to allow you to tie on to others)
Wear a Personal Floatation Device (PFD) while you're in the water (highly recommended for weak swimmers) Even though the river water might be shallow, it can still be dangerous. Currents beneath the surface can move quickly, making it difficult to recover and return to the surface for air when you fall in the water .
Follow any posted rules pertaining to pollution and contamination. Many of our nation's most scenic rivers have been contaminated by industrial waste, making the water unsafe to drink. Even small amounts of contaminated water can create health problems. (Pack your own drinking water, easily carried in those net washer bags, which also allows you somewhere to hold your empty containers).
Follow all of the safety practices outlined by your guide (or on this particular case the tub rental will provide some safety tips also).
Pack plenty of sunscreen for the day. Pick a waterproof brand with a high SPF rating. You'll probably be on the water for several hours, so you'll need to reapply sunscreen throughout the day. We are also recommending hats, sunglasses, appropriate footwear, and a water tight bag … for keys, lighter and those who smoke). Also check your attire for any sharp buckets, rivets in jeans or sneaker as this will lead to your tubs demise...
It's always a good idea for at least one person in a tubing group to know how to perform CPR. (There are a few of us who are fully qualified with CPR and First Aid.
Drink alcohol in moderation if at all (Everyone attending this event must be over the age of 19, and must know that the hosts will not be babysitting those drinking in excess). You must maintain your senses to navigate a waterway. Don't drink at all if your tubing over whitewater. (Altho it should not have to be said… NO GLASS CONTAINERS on the river…. Please and thanx
Questions ??? Concerns ??? Post or drop myself or Debra an email… | |
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