Reunion Moving

Unfortunatly since we are not going to have the amount of people that we thought. We are going to be moving closer to home. This is going to make it more convenient for other family members to be able to come. For example ( Uncle Steve, Shaine, Sasha, it will also be easier for Grandma with Uncle Tim and Grandpa they wont be so far from home ) The reunion is going to be in Puyallup, WA at Mom Kathie's House. We are going to try and figure out the dates. Sorry for all of the moving around. This is our first time putting a reunion together so we are learning. We hope that next time we can have more family members that would be able to come so that we can plan a bigger reunion. Kind of sad that we wont be able to see everyone like I hoped. I figured that we gave everyone enough time to be able to get all of their plans together so that we could have our First reunion with everyone together. Hope to see as many people as possible in Puyallup. I want a BIG party. Come one come all. Love ya's

P.S. Thanks Pattie and Grandma for taking on the responsibility of the original reunion food. This reunion will now be a potluck.

FOOD, Folks and Fun...

We are planning on eating together every night for dinner and every morning for breakfast! So please plan lunches, snacks and drinks, for your family. We will provide drinks for breakfast and dinner. Keep in mind we have no kitchen, yah, that means no stove. We will have a fire pit so get creative! :) We are also planning on renting a few propane stoves from Ensign (they are like 4 bucks a day) so no one has to haul one all the way there. One of the nights we thought it would be fun to have a DUTCH OVEN COOK OFF!! There will be three categories, main dish, side dish, and dessert with a winner from each category! We feel prizes are in order so start perfecting your dutch oven skills! If you need a dutch oven we have a few extras so let us know.
Also, in the next little while we will be pricing the food for breakfast and dinner. The cost will be split per head. We want to make this as cheap as possible (we're talkin hot dogs and such) so everyone can come and be together! We will let you know more soon! Questions, comments, and great ideas...add a comment to this post! I will be checking often! Can't wait to see you all there!

Ok Reunion Update

We have reserved Summer Cabins at Ensign Ranch. The majority that voted said that is where they wanted to go. I think it is going to be wonderful and fun. They have tons of activities and it is going to be nice weather there in the summer.

3551 Hundley Rd
Cle Elum, WA 98922

Our Reunion is June 24th -27th that is Wednesday-Saturday
Summer Cabin # 2,3,4,5
Check in is 1:00pm
Check out on Saturday is 11:00am but you can still hang out the rest of the day with activities you just have to have your cabins picked up by 11:00am

Take a look at the Summer Cabins

Take a look at the activities that they provide

http://bigo.byu.edu:8085/MRP-NANW/Camps.jsp?menuSelect=activities&campSelect=4





I will be sending emails to everyone with a link to the website when we have new updates on the reunion. We are in the process of thinking of T-Shirt designs and activities that we want to do while we are there.

So far the expenses are going to be the cabins which ar $3.50 a person per day and we are going to be there for 4 days Children 3 years and under do not count. We will let you know how much it will be for T-Shirts. I will be sending you information from Ensign Ranch they need you to bring signed papers if you want to do any of the activities on the Ranch also if you are planning on bringing any children that are not yours you need to have a signed notorized paper giving a person guardianship of that child so they don't have to be left out of the activities.

If you have any questions please email me anytime. Thank you. Debbie

senora_barberan@yahoo.com

RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR ENSIGN RANCH EVERYONE NEEDS TO BE AWARE OF THESE RULES BEFORE YOU ARE THERE PLEASE READ THROUGH
I am going to be emailing all of this information to you prior to the event but please review it. Also in that email there will be the forms you need to sign for children permission slips for some of the activities

Remember there are No dogs allowed at the Ranch, (not on a leash, not in a car, not anywhere.) To ride horses and use the Slip 'n Slide children must have one of our permission forms for each activity. Both forms must be signed by the childs parent or legal guardian. Please read the Slip 'n Slide rules. Users must have water traction shoes/slippers (no sneakers, sandels, crocs, bare feet,) or they will not be allowed on the slide. Please make sure everyone in your group is notified.

CLEAN UP PROCEDURES FOR SUMMER CABINS

Each group using the Summer Cabin facilities is expected to make the following clean-up
assignments prior to check out time. Your contact person with the Ranch is responsible for checking each assignment and certifying that all have been satisfactorily completed by signing the bottom of this form. If you find broken items or graffiti please bring them to the attention of a staff person as soon as you check in. You are not to modify the cabins in any way, including driving nails in the wall.


1.FLOORS: Sweep out entire cabin, including under the table and beds


2.GRAFFITI/TRASH: Check cabins and surroundings for graffiti or trash. If graffiti or trash is found anywhere on the premises the reservation deposit will be forfeit.

3.LIGHTS: Turn off the lights. If you have had a problem with power, or any other concern,
please report it to the office.

4.DOORS AND WINDOWS: Doors and all windows must be tightly closed.

5.FIRE: Remove all trash from the stove and make certain the door is tightly closed.
Return unused wood to the woodshed. Do not empty ashes.

6.CHECKOUT: When you are ready to checkout, come to the office and a staff member
will come to inspect your cabin. If you leave when the office is closed (for example on Sunday) slip this signed form through the mail slot in the office door. A staff member will check the facilities later to determine the amount of your deposit to be returned. If cleaning by the staff is needed to return the facilities to appropriate condition, the reservation deposit will be forfeit.

Thank you.
Ensign Ranch Management

EXCLUSION FROM YOUNG WOMEN’S CAMP AREAS
There will be three stake Young Women’s Camps going on at Ensign Ranch at the same time as your activity. Young Women Camps have priority use on activities at Ensign Ranch. There will be times the activities will not be available to the public during Young Women Camps. Friday evenings are usually when the YW camps have their testimony meetings. In order to maintain the proper atmosphere for YW camp activities, please notify everyone, especially young men, not to venture into the YW camp areas.
Ensign Ranch maintains a zero tolerance policy in regard to young men going into YW camp areas at any time. Violators of this policy will be asked to immediately leave Ensign Ranch.
Ensign Ranch is operated and staffed to provide recreational opportunities for all groups of people desiring a safe and spiritual environment. We hope that your time here will be pleasant and enriching.
RESERVATION RESPONSIBILITIES
NOTE: THE PERSON MAKING THE RESERVATION (the one responsible) IS EXPECTED TO NOTIFY ALL MEMBERS OF HIS OR HER GROUP ABOUT THE STANDARDS AND POLICIES OF THE ENSIGN RANCH.
NOTE: IF OTHER MEMBERS OF THE GROUP ARE SHARING IN PAYING FOR THE FACILITIES RESERVED, IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PERSON MAKING THE RESERVATION TO COLLECT THE FEES AND MAKE ONE PAYMENT TO THE ENSIGN RANCH OFFICE BEFORE DEPARTING.
NOTE: THE ENSIGN RANCH OFFICE IS CLOSED ON SUNDAY. THEREFORE, DEPOSITS FROM GROUPS LEAVING ON SUNDAY ARE HELD UNTIL A RANCH STAFF MEMBER COMPLETES AN INSPECTION OF THE USED FACILITY ON MONDAY. .

On Sunday, all trash is to be taken to the garbage truck parked near the shop. Do not leave any trash as the birds find it and make a mess with it.
Ensign Ranch Standards & Policies
In order to maintain Ensign Ranch’s safe, wholesome family atmosphere, each guest using the property will be expected to uphold the following standards and rules:
NO DOGS are allowed, not even if kept in cars.
Absolutely NO ALCOHOL is allowed. (Those who bring alcohol will be asked to leave.)
NO SMOKING and no use of TOBACCO products, TEA OR COFFEE are permitted while on the property.
Males and females must sleep in SEPARATE ROOMS or AREAS UNLESS MARRIED.
MODEST DRESS – Women and girls must wear one piece swimsuits. Halter-tops, bikinis, or short shorts are not allowed. Men and boys must wear modest swimming trunks that are not tight fitting.
NO FIREARMS. The only exception is if it is to be used on the rifle range with advance approval from the manager.
NO HUNTING of any kind is allowed.
NO FIREWORKS or EXPLOSIVE DEVICES of any kind are permitted on Ensign Ranch property; not even on the 4th of July.
Lake FISHING is by Ensign Ranch PERMIT ONLY. Permits are issued at either the ranch office or the Hitchin’ Post. Both Big Creek and the Yakima River are governed by Washington State Fishing Regulations.
CAMPFIRES must be contained in existing, designated fire-pits, and fully extinguished whenever the campsite is unoccupied or vacated. Keep at least one five-gallon bucket of water and a shovel beside each fire-pit. During the dry season, please pay special attention to the posted fire warnings and regulations.
Notify the management of any ACCIDENT or INJURY.
DRIVE SLOWLY and CAUTIOUSLY and obey speed limits. Riding on the outside of a vehicle, or operating a vehicle without a license is strictly forbidden.
DO NOT PARK ON ROADWAYS. Keep clear for emergency vehicle access.
Yield the RIGHT-OF-WAY TO HORSES. If, while driving, you encounter an oncoming trail ride, pull off the road immediately if possible and / or stop your engine until the horses have passed you at least 100ft. If you happen to come up behind a trail ride, do not approach the horses with your vehicle! Stay back at least 100ft, and follow the signals given by the wranglers who ride the first and last horses in the line. NEVER honk your horn or attempt to get close to a horse from your vehicle window.
NO OFF-ROAD VEHICLES or Snowmobiles allowed.
Always treat others with RESPECT (i.e. language, loud music or voices, noise, etc.). Quiet time is from 11 PM to 7 AM.
LEAVE THE AREA YOU HAVE USED AS CLEAN, OR CLEANER, THAN YOU FOUND IT. Upon arrival, if any room or area is not in satisfactory condition, PLEASE notify the management immediately.
DO NOT FEED WILDLIFE. Campers should take precautions against attracting wildlife by properly preparing, storing, and disposing of food. Keep food and bait in tightly covered containers and store them inside your vehicle, especially at night. NEVER store food in an area where you sleep.
Keep the Sabbath Day holy. All facilities are closed on the Sabbath. Sunday meetings are available in Cle Elum.
Always treat the ranch property and environment with CARE & RESPECT.
Ensign Ranch Barn & Trail Riding Rules
(Please BE ON TIME and bring this paper when you come for your ride.)
Please be sure to read these rules. Riding fees are non-refundable once you have signed below.
All riders must be at least 8 years old.
Riders must weigh at least 70 pounds, but not more than 240 pounds, and must be at least 54 inches tall.
Only one person per horse is allowed.
Closed toe shoes or boots are required for your safety. Any person wearing sandals or with bare feet will NOT be allowed near the horses or in the barn area. Long pants are highly recommended.
If you are pregnant, please let the wranglers know to determine riding eligibility.
Inform a wrangler if you have an injury or handicap. Depending on the circumstances, you may not be able to ride.
All riders are required to wear an approved helmet when on a horse. Helmets will be provided.
Before putting on a helmet, remove from your head or hair: baseball caps, barrettes, or any other object.
Be gentle and quiet around the horses. Move slowly and don't run!
If you get excited or scared, please don't yell or scream.
All riders must be physically able to safely mount and dismount without assistance.
Don't get on any horse until you have a wrangler's okay.
Riders must be able to maintain control of their assigned horse.
Stay within roped off areas unless you have a wrangler's okay to be elsewhere.
Don't walk behind any horse.
This will be a guided trail ride, so the lead wrangler will set the pace. Please keep your horse at the same pace as the other horses. Running your horse is never allowed.
Watch the pre-ride video closely so you can apply the procedures shown.
Follow the wranglers' instructions at all times! They are trained to help you be comfortable and safe.
For your own safety, be honest about your level of riding experience.
Our desire is for everyone to have fun and enjoy their riding experience! Anyone who chooses not to follow the rules or acts in an unsafe or uncooperative manner will be asked to leave the stable area or dismount and walk back to the stable.
Ensign Ranch Slip-n-Slide Rules
Adult supervision is required at all times.
Water slippers required. (No sneakers, sandals, crocs, flip-flops).
A slip-n-slide release agreement must be signed and a wrist tag worn by all sliders.
Sliding is permitted in sitting or reclined positions only. No sliding standing up.
No running.
Slide only if your pathway below is clear of sliders.
At the end of a slide, turn, look up hill, and exit to the up ramp as quickly as possible.
Climb up the slide only on the up ramp. Do not walk up the sliding slope.
Interfering with the sprinklers in any way is not permitted.
We highly recommend sliding with inflatable plastic tubes for safety.
HORSES
Horse Trail Rides $15 per person (1-hr ride) 4 riders minimum
Horse Trail Rides Special Group Rate 100 riders minimum
Horse Led Rides $3 per child (15 minute ride)
Horse-Drawn Hay Wagon $40 per hour – $30 per ½ hour
Horse-Drawn Sleigh $30 per ½ hour – must be prearranged
WATER
Canoes – Refundable $10 deposit –At least 16 years old to check out a canoe /check out for one hr.
Slip-n-Slide – By permit only. Must wear wrist band. Water traction shoes required (no sneakers,sandals,crocs)
Fishing in Crabtree Lake – By permit only. Refundable $10 deposit. $2 donation suggested per fish kept
EQUIPMENT/FIELD/ROPES COURSE**/CLIMBING TOWER**/AMPHITHEATER
Athletic Fields, Ropes Course**, Climbing Tower**, Amphitheater may be reserved for a two-hour time block – no charge
**You must provide a certified instructor for use of Ropes Course and Climbing Tower.
All Field Equipment – Refundable $10 deposit.
Pool Table & Ping Pong Equipment – Lodge guests only - Refundable $20 deposit.
Small Propane and Charcoal BBQ’s/grills $3.00 per day ($10 cleaning deposit)
Large propane grill $8.00 ($10 cleaning deposit)
1100 Watt Generator -- $3 per day plus gasoline.
Public Address System -- $10 per day.
Handcarts -- $5 per day of possession -- $10 per day of use (Total of 36 handcarts.)
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE PAYMENT BY CHECK OR CASH
Puget Sound /Central Washington Recreation Property Council of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Sabbath Day Policy
“Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy” (Exodus 20:8)
All recreational properties are officially closed on the Sabbath Day. (Sunday)
Those who stay at our facilities over Sunday will find the following practices in effect:
*Our Staff keep the Sabbath and will not be available to assist with regular duties. Therefore:
*Payments for Sunday are made on Saturday by 9 PM or Monday morning if you stay through Sunday night.
*Those leaving on Sunday will receive their deposit back by mail after facilities have been checked out by staff on Monday.
*Athletic equipment, boats, and other recreational items are unavailable.
*Fishing, archery, horseback riding and similar activities are put to rest this day.
*The Manager’s office will be closed on Sunday.
*Church services will not be available at the properties, but all are invited to worship with us at nearby local Chapels. (Directions will be posted).
Sabbath Day Observance
The Lord has given us the Sabbath day for our benefit and blessing and has commanded us to keep it holy. Observing the Sabbath will bring us closer to the Lord and our families. It will give us needed rest and rejuvenation.
Many uplifting activities are appropriate for the Sabbath. We can worship the Lord, attend Church, spend quiet time in meditation and with our family, study the gospel, write letters, write in our journals, do family history work, walk down a nature trail and observe how all living things draw us to God.
We invite each guest and each family who may be on one of our properties to enjoy these blessings of the Sabbath, and we hope that all who stay with us on the Sabbath will find peace, comfort and rest on this special day.
Thank you.

WHERE ARE WE GOING?

OK WE ARE CHANGING IT UP A BIT. We have a 2 options for reunion 2009

Seattle around Christmas 2009




Activities planned


Trip to Seattle and Adult dinner
Snow inter tubing in Snoqualmie
Christmas fun "You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout I'm telling you why Santa claus is coming to town.


Ensign Ranch in Cle Elum, WA around Summer 2009 3 nights 4 days options for more days.



Activities planned

Camping in Cabins
Horse back riding for adults and kids
Slip and slide
Fishing
Dutch oven cooking contest with prizes
Big game night with family and dinner
Canoe
Rope course
Climbing Tower
Cook outs under the stars
To rent a cabin it is $3.00 per person per day.
RV Parking $15 per day

All of the amenities are perfectly priced for lots and lots of family fun.

PLEASE VOTE ON THE RIGHT 1 VOTE PER FAMILY

Florence, Oregon

This is the first city that I have looked into. I am going to put at least 3 cities here so later we will vote on the best place we want to go to. So read up on all of the areas and take a look at all the information that I have so we can pick a fun place to spend our reunion.



Check out the website.http://www.florenceoregon.net

It is about 5 1/2 Hours from Tacoma, WA..... BUT it IS a beautiful drive.


ATTRACTIONS

Surfing
http://www.surfline.com/reports/report.cfm?id=5072

Horseback riding
http://www.oregonhorsebackriding.com/rides.html



Sand Dunes
http://www.duneguide.com/sand_dune_guide_oregon_florence.htm


This is going to make the Hayes Family feel right at home with sand all around them but unfortunately no scorpions.

Shopping
http://www.florenceoregon.net/shopping.htm



Lodging
http://www.whaleswatch.com/sealion.htm

http://www.florenceoregon.net/florencecondo.htm

http://lakeshorelodgeor.com/

You Are Cordially Invited To A Family Reunion!

WHO? You!
WHAT? 1st Knoll Family Reunion
WHEN? June 2009
WHERE? Oregon Coast
WHY? Because it's about time!!

This blog has been designed for up to the minute information about our 1st EVER, Lawrence & Katherine Knoll Family Reunion!! Remember to check periodically for new details! Things to look for...
-A few logos are currently being designed, by a very prestigious graphic designer (Ruben), for our T-Shirts! You will be voting when the designs are in!
-Our "Travel Planner" (Debbie) is previewing some possible locations for us to stay. She will select the best 3 and you will vote on your favorite!
-Some of the fun activities include, but are not limited to, horseback riding, surfing, playing in the ocean & sand, a seafood dump, bonfires, etc...
That's all for now...Much more to come later!! Love you all!