tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74079039437463484472024-03-05T04:53:51.072-08:00Homeschooling in the Mid-Willamette ValleyCome and explore the educational experiences that abound in and outside the Salem, Oregon area!The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-26176617231503594142012-10-31T20:18:00.002-07:002012-10-31T20:19:24.124-07:00Tepee Giveaway Winner!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-75352753032739008892012-10-23T00:12:00.000-07:002012-10-31T20:19:15.746-07:00Indoor Tepee Giveaway!<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Our blog has had a nice little rest and now we are slowly getting back into the swing of things.</span> :)</div>
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Do you have younger children? Are you getting ready to learn about the history of Thanksgiving Day? Would you love it if your kids could have an indoor tepee to go along with your studies and give them some indoor fun during the rainy days? </div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Well, we are excited to announce that <a href="http://www.bluelakesports.com/product_info.php?products_id=2335" target="_blank">Blue Lake Sports</a> is giving away one (1) free indoor tepee! </span><br />
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<script src="//d12vno17mo87cx.cloudfront.net/embed/rafl/cptr.js"></script>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-54517781940960490962012-10-22T23:30:00.002-07:002012-10-22T23:30:59.240-07:00Camp Dakota <div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
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So Thanksgiving Day is getting closer and many homeschoolers are gearing up for studying about it! With the anticipation of this special holiday comes lots of rain and cold weather!</div>
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Depending on the type of adventure you are looking for to go along with your studies, you may enjoy camping out in a tee pee before the weather gets too terribly bad! Camp Dakota is just the place to go for bringing this part of history to life!</div>
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It's a bit rustic which kind of makes it more realistic. :)</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Pea gravel flooring welcomes the adventurous type!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If you have younger kids, they may enjoy the play structure (one of the many fun things Camp Dakota offers).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> The play structure is conveniently located close to the tee pee.</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.campdakota.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">You can learn more about Camp Dakota here!</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Have fun!</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Leave a comment about your experience here so others can benefit from it.</span></div>
The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-31337450533818619002012-07-16T22:04:00.000-07:002012-07-21T12:39:50.415-07:00Drift Creek Falls<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Have you ever noticed that little sign on your way to Lincoln City that says <i>Drift Creek Falls</i>? I can't count the number of times we saw that when traveling the route from HWY 22 to the beach. I can't even think of what caused us to look into it, but I'm sure glad we did!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This was <span style="font-size: large;">one of the first surprises</span> in store for us this day... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Drift Creek Bridge is on the way to the falls (about 12 miles before the trail head). It has an inspirational history behind it and you may find it worth your time to take a quick stop on your way up to the falls. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">You'll likely find a stack of papers on this bench in the bridge like we did. Grab a sheet and consider reading it out loud to your family as you drive up to the falls. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">There is a tiny one-table picnic area at the trail head. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Doesn't it figure? The flash blotted out the miles to the falls!</span> <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">It's one and a half miles though. The hike has a gentle decent with a few trees and roots to watch for. This hiking trail is considered to be moderate.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">There is a North Fork Loop you can take; we chose not to. We understand it to have a steep ascents in some places before it levels off and drops to meet the main trail.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> There were a few neat little bridges like this to cross on our way to the falls. But this... <span style="font-size: large;">THIS</span>... was the <span style="font-size: large;">ultimate</span> second surprise for the day (at least it was for the kids!). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This 240 ft. long suspension bridge was so much fun! It's 100 feet above ground! Once you start to cross it, you can see the falls.</span><span id="goog_1625562196"></span><span id="goog_1625562197"></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">You might pack along supplies and instructions for <a href="http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/buildingbig/educator/add_index.html" target="_blank">this experiment</a> to do with your kids while you are there.</span></div>
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*All of the usual safety measures for when out in nature apply (of course!).</div>
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*If you have a fear of heights, be prepared for that wonderful suspension bridge!<br />
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This is not too far from Lincoln City!</div>
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</div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-86580028523528757952012-07-11T23:34:00.000-07:002012-07-15T21:49:00.249-07:00Cedar Creek Grist Mill- {1840's to Civil War Era}<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: center;">
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On our way home, we stopped by the oldest building in Washington state which is 126 years old. It's still doing the work it was built to do! <span style="color: #134f5c;"></span><b><br /></b></div>
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A grist mill is a mill that grinds grain into flour. Cedar Creek Grist Mill is ran by volunteers and they give tours on the weekends. Although, if you'd like a special tour during the week you can call to schedule it in advance. We attempted to do that but 24 hour notice wasn't enough. So, I'm sorry we missed out on a tour this time around and also sorry I don't have photos of the inside to share with you at this time. </div>
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What's really neat is that it's a working museum. Volunteers show visitors the inside workings of this mill with the flavor of the 1876 era. </div>
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There is a paved path off to the left of the flume. The path does not follow it all the way down; at a certain point access is not allowed. There are large gaps between the flume and the ground so maybe don't let your little ones over there. The trail on this side of the mill is also prohibited. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If you plan on visiting, you may want to check out the </span><a href="http://www.cedarcreekgristmill.com/restoration.htm" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" target="_blank">recent restoration project</a><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> of the mill by volunteers. They put a lot of hard work in to it (they're even using "traditional methods") so many of us history lovers can appreciate and visit it. </span></div>
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Check out their <a href="http://www.cedarcreekgristmill.com/calendar.htm" target="_blank">events</a>!</div>
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*The inside looks to be wheelchair and stroller friendly, however we couldn't tell for sure just by peering in through the window. Maybe you ought to call them and inquire.</div>
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*Be sure to call ahead of time to schedule a tour during the week or to make sure their volunteers haven't gone home early on a weekend if you are out there on a weekend.</div>
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*Parking is a bit awkward. There really isn't any place to park before crossing the covered bridge. Once you do cross the covered bridge, parking is across the street from the mill and maybe four or five vehicles can park there. The parking spaces are not marked and are at the bottom of a hill where the road curves (backing out can be challenging).</div>
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This is not terribly far from <a href="http://homeschoolingmwv.blogspot.com/2012/07/trail-of-two-forests-tree-casts.html" target="_blank">Trail of Two Forests</a> and the <a href="http://homeschoolingmwv.blogspot.com/2012/07/ape-caves.html" target="_blank">Ape Cave</a>.</div>
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You see, one forest was consumed by lava flows from a Mt. St. Helens eruption from about 1900 years ago (not to be confused with the eruption in the 1980's). </div>
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All that remains of the ancient forest trees are casts; imprints which whisper, "I was once here."</div>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">The vibrant, youthful forest beckons, "Come and play."</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">When accepting this invitation, we felt exuberance!</span></div>
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This cast was created by a burning trunk in the cooling lava.<br />
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To the right of the parking lot is a large area to explore.</div>
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Can you tell this was a tree?</div>
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There are little caves to peek in at.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Since we don't know if any mammals</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">or poisonous critters live in the caves, we just peeked in. </span></div>
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Tree Rings?</div>
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On the left side of the parking lot, there is a scenic loop that </div>
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Ebony and emerald greens delight the eyes.</div>
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<b>It's a woodland wonderland!</b></div>
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I absolutely love moss covered forest floors!</div>
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So gorgeous and peaceful.</div>
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Being out in nature allows us to pause and reflect.</div>
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To feel.</div>
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than the day-to-day hubbub that goes on.</div>
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Looping around the boardwalk brings you to</div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">*The Crawl*</span></div>
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Daddies are fantastic helpers in this area! </div>
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It's so fun that the kids didn't want to leave and they wanted to go back the next day!</div>
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It's so fun that our little miss pink coat exclaimed,</div>
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<b><span style="color: #38761d;">"I will never forget this the rest of my life!"</span></b></div>
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Our family enjoys nature and togetherness like that.</div>
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You can see the texture of a tree which was left behind here.</div>
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New life!</div>
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*$5 daily day-use fee (plus Washington's tax... so it's roundabout $5.40)</div>
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*The boardwalk is wheelchair and stroller friendly, however *the crawl* is not.</div>
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*The crawl is a hard surface to crawl on... maybe bring knee pads if that is a concern for your family.</div>
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*It's a good idea to have a first aid kit with you.</div>
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*The crawl may be damp or wet inside. There is also dirt. Those ingredients make mud so maybe wear play clothes.</div>
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<b>Restrooms:</b> Average pit toilets available.</div>
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"Ape Cave? What do you mean we are going into an... ape cave?" Wide eyes stared at us from our youngers as we got ready for our caving expedition.</div>
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We shared a bit of the legend surrounding the name of the caves just to stir up the imagination a little but then our oldest chimed in, "There can't really be any apes in there because this isn't their habitat..." and on he went to logically bring his younger siblings to order. After all, he didn't want scared siblings to stop us from caving. </div>
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So, in case you haven't gone caving yet, here is some info. to help you be prepared.</div>
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Also, some guy tried to sneak in while wearing flip flops and he was sent away because,</div>
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well really, they aren't sturdy footwear. The cave floor is slippery in spots and has jagged</div>
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rocks as well and flip flops just don't cut it. On the other hand, another guy had a foot in a big, <br />
thick cast and crutches and he did just fine in the cave (with sturdy footwear on his other foot)! </div>
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The upper cave area is difficult to walk around in and is quite the obstacle course!<br />
Cavers end up climbing over 27 large boulder piles and scale an 8 foot high lava fall.<br />
Needless to say, we didn't explore the upper cave this time around.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thankfully, the tour is given from the lower cave entrance.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Now, plenty of lanterns were provided by the Ranger for use on the tour.</span><br />
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This was great because it helped to disperse the light kind of evenly among the group</div>
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as everyone followed in a somewhat single file line. <br />
<b style="color: #134f5c;">(We'll come back to the lanterns later on...)</b></div>
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Here is the lower cave entrance. Both hubby and I were packing <br />
our younger two and we made it down the staircase without issues.<br />
Naturally, you need to watch your footing carefully! It's wet and can be slippery.</div>
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Before we could get down to learning and exploring, our guide</div>
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shared some of the local folklore about Sasquatch.<br />
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you may want to prepare them ahead of time for this presented image.<br />
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For starters, we learned about White Nose.<br />
<a href="http://www.usgs.gov/newsroom/article.asp?ID=3015#.T_W7SLWWU8k" target="_blank">Poor little bats. </a></div>
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We need bats. They serve a great purpose for us people by eating tons of insects.<br />
Let's do what we can to help keep our bats healthy.</div>
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Hooray! Now we get to begin our adventure!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Almost immediately, it starts to get dark.</span></div>
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All staircases are equipped with railing.<br />
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however, you can see way below you through the steps. Also, when you look</div>
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over the railing, you can see that it's a ways down.</div>
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See the wood off to the left side? <br />
Those are from the original ladder which was used</div>
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by the people who first explored this cave!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Our guide took us to the base of the upper cave for starters.</span></div>
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We learned about two different types of lava flow...</div>
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both took place in this very cave.</div>
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One type of lava flow causes rope-like patterns.<br />
The effect is much better in person.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The other type caused these ridges up higher within the cave.</span><br />
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So interesting!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What's that white stuff?</span><br />
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Do you know how important it is?</div>
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Do you know why you shouldn't touch it?</div>
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Hmmmm.....</div>
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Next, we followed our guide down to a portion of the lower cave. <br />
What are these formations called?<br />
How did they get there?</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What </span><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">IS</b><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> that critter?</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">{How big can it get?</span>}<br />
Um... how often has it been seen in the cave?<br />
What is so unique about it?</div>
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Oh! More creatures...<br />
And so how often are they seen in the cave?<br />
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<span style="color: #134f5c;">Potential Spoiler</span><br />
<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;">{Non-critter loving people, they aren't seen all that often in the cave. So go exploring!}</span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">What are those marks from?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">They aren't from Sasquatch (as the guide jested).<br />What? They disappear and come back at certain times? <br />Hmmm</span></span></span><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #134f5c;"> </span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #134f5c;">Okay, now we are getting back to the lanterns. We didn't rent one because</span></span></span></span> <span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #134f5c;">we had the (MIS)understanding that the cave tour meant the whole cave; this </span></span>caused us to think that we'd have a lantern with us the whole exploration and that we saved money!</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />Ha!</span></span><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"> After we learned about the critters, the guide headed back up and she took all the lanterns with her. All except for one, and that was an extra one that she went ahead and let the gentlemanith the bad foot use (well, someone in his group carried if for him).</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">So, we were left with hanging out with the lantern group or pressing forward with the </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">flashlights we brought.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">We ventured forward...</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> There's a certain stretch of cave floor <br />which has an interesting name to it...</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">(This is looking upward.) </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">How did this boulder get wedged there?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">They call it what funny name???</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We made it! </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />We think caving is a great experience on multiple levels<br />(aside from the *academic* perspective).<br />It allows for family members to stretch themselves,<br />work past fears they may have, build teamwork and trust,</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">and to have some fun!</span></span></span></div>
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<b>Cost:</b><br />
*$5 daily day-use fee (plus Washington's tax... so it's roundabout $5.40)</div>
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*There is a fee to rent one of the park's lanterns.</div>
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<b>Important: </b> </div>
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*Needless to say, a cave isn't really stroller or wheel chair friendly.</div>
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*Bring 3 sources of light. The park recommends a Coleman lantern which offers ample light to view cave features and your footing. They also recommend a flashlight with strong batteries and then another flashlight for back-up light. <b>We think LED flashlights are best for this type of exploring. </b></div>
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*Wear sturdy shoes or boots!</div>
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*Warm clothing is a must! It's like 42 degrees F in there year round.</div>
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*Do not go alone and let someone know where you went!</div>
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*Ape's Headquarters has a gift shop with average souvenirs. Although, their shipment of Ape Cave postcards hadn't come in with the regular Mt. St. Helen's postcards when we visited.</div>
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*It's a good idea to have a first aid kit with you in case anyone does get hurt on rocks. Just remember to collect all of your wrappers to throw away when you get out of the cave.<br />
*There are puddles here and there in the cave but you can walk around them for the most part (some kids just want to get their shoes wet in puddles no matter where they are. It's advisable not to let them do so in the cave!)</div>
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<b>Restrooms:</b> Average pit toilets available...</div>
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<b>Extras:</b> <br />
Go <a href="http://mountsthelens.com/ape-caves.html" target="_blank">here</a> to read their regulations and to learn more.</div>
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<span class="text"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;">When snow comes, a sno-park pass is required and cavers must walk/snowshoe</span></span>. <b>Can you imagine going in the snow and wearing snowshoes to the cave?! Sounds fun!<span style="color: #134f5c;">(Wonder if the pit toilets would be available then... or maybe toilets at the sno-park would be available. Something you may want to look into!)</span></b></div>
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<span class="text"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;">Passes can be purchased at the store in Cougar and also at Johnston Ridge Observatory. The annual pass also admits one to Johnston Ridge Observatory.</span></span></div>
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<b>Ages:</b> All Ages (except for the Upper Cave portion... that's not good for small children).</div>
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'Twas abandoned on Clatsop Spit near Ft. Stevens. It's one of the most accessible shipwrecks of the Graveyard of the Pacific. What? You haven't heard of the Graveyard of the Pacific? You can learn a little bit about it at <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graveyard_of_the_Pacific" target="_blank">wikipedia</a>. Oregon State Parks has a handy printable brochure on this you can get <a href="http://www.oregonstateparks.org/images/pdf/graveyard_pacific.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Of course, since this is part of the area where Lewis and Clark were, you could tie this trip in with your studies on their journey out this way.<br />
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Naturally the best time to visit it is when the tide is out.<br />
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Quite away from the wreckage are these informational signs.<br />
The history is really interesting (in our opinion, anyway).<br />
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You can get a really good visual of what the ship went through if you visit<br />
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(Erosion is a good topic to discuss with your kids as well.) <br />
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Inside is a surprising little world.... </div>
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... of mini tide pools to explore.<br />
That teeny dot at the bottom center is a Periwinkle.<br />
There were many other creatures, too. <br />
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In the parking lot nearest the wreckage, there is a tall poll which sits in the distance atop a dune. We saw one eagle hanging around for a long time. After a while, we saw its mate fly nearby and then they flew off toward the east together. It was breathtaking to see them up close. <b><br /></b></div>
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$5 daily day-use fee or buy a 12-month permit for $30 or a 24-month permit for $50 for access to all state park day-use areas. </div>
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*'Tis the Oregon Coast so plan for inclement weather.<br />
*Remember to follow <a href="http://www.oregon.gov/OPRD/PARKS/beach_safety.shtml" target="_blank">beach safety rules</a>!<br />
*Consider bringing binoculars to see eagles and their nest (in case they're there when you visit) and other wildlife.<br />
*The Ft. Stevens campground sure fills up quickly during the warmer seasons. So, plan well in advance if you want to camp. You can scroll down to "park rates" at <a href="http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_179.php" target="_blank">this link</a> to help you plan. Otherwise, you may find accommodations at the <a href="http://homeschoolingmwv.blogspot.com/2012/04/fort-stevens-koa-kabin-stay-review.html" target="_blank">KOA campground</a> right across the street.<br />
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<b>Offered:</b> Year round. </div>
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<br /></div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-77537338324432673022012-06-14T17:07:00.000-07:002012-07-15T21:55:58.988-07:00Salem's Riverfront Carousel<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="color: #351c75;">Be sure to enter the drawing for a punch card for 18 rides! Details are at the end of this post!<br /><span style="background-color: #d9d2e9;">The drawing end date has been extended to Friday June 22, 2012 at midnight.</span></span></b><br />
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The joyful sounds of families enjoying time together. </div>
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The delighted faces of children!<br />
<a href="http://salemcarousel.wix.com/salemcarousel" target="_blank">Salem's Riverfront Carousel</a> is such a fun place!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Dreams of days gone by,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Dreams of one generation wanting to pass down the joy of a carousel to present and future generations,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Dreams of those with generous hearts to volunteer,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">with hands to pick up tools and work,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">with artist eyes to carefully paint each detail,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">with feet to rally up financial support,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">with benevolent people giving financial support...</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">did I miss anyone?</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">In a room adjacent to the gift shop, work is at hand. I'd like you to meet the newest project...</span></span> <br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></span> in fact, this is one of many! The Carousel Dreamers are dreaming up 12 different ones... and the Carousel Carvers are ready to create one for each month of the year.<br />
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In this room, your family can learn all about the process of carving animals, <br />
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Did you know there are opportunities to be a volunteer carver?<br />
They teach you for free!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">{What a neat legacy.}</span></div>
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Maybe you'll give them a call at 503.540.0374<br />
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Mr. Hopkins is one of the chosen animals. </div>
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You may like to inquire about Mr. Hopkins when you visit. :)<br />
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"elephant DNA" from the elephant which is now being carved.<br />
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<b>Cost:</b> $1.50 per ride (per person); Ride Punch Cards & Bulk Rides: *18 Rides for only $20 (saves $7); other options are offered... visit <a href="http://salemcarousel.wix.com/salemcarousel#%21visit-us" target="_blank">here</a> to see them.</div>
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<b>Important: </b>It's stroller and wheelchair friendly in the building. Some bench seats are on the carousel for those who cannot ride on the carousel animals.</div>
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<b>Restrooms:</b> Kept clean and there is a baby changing table in the Ladie's restroom.</div>
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*There is a party room and you can go <a href="http://salemcarousel.wix.com/salemcarousel#%21rent-us" target="_blank">here</a> for pricing.<br />
*Something FUN we just learned about: Catch the Brass Ring! <b>Win a free ride</b> if you catch the brass ring from the salmon's mouth as you pass by on the Carousel! Height restrictions apply (there is a measuring chart next to the carousel gate). Play is subject to staffing availability. Feel free to request a game!<br />
*If you need a pickmeup, there is an espresso bar there. They also sell water and some snacks. Popcorn is available, too.</div>
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<b>Offered:</b> During year round. Hours and days vary upon seasons.</div>
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<b>Ages:</b> It's for kids of all ages! :)</div>
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<span style="background-color: #d9d2e9;">***Coming Soon! A downloadable study about Carousels to go along with your visit!***</span><br />
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Okay Homeschoolers! Here's your chance to win a punch card from <br />
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for <b>18 rides at Salem's Riverfront Carousel!</b></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75;"><b>This drawing end date has been extened to Friday June 22, 2012 at midnight. The winner will be chosen by using random.org and will be announced on this blog on Saturday June 23, 2012 by midnight. Be sure to check back to find out if you are the winner!</b></span></div>
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<br /></div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-54356198719350916542012-06-02T19:26:00.000-07:002013-08-27T21:54:11.389-07:00Twin Rocks Friends Camp For our most recent adventure, we headed out with excitement to the Twin Rocks Homeschool Day at Rockaway Beach in Tillamook. If you've been to this event, you know how <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">refreshing</span> the experience is. If you haven't been, what are you waiting for?! :) <a href="http://www.twinrocks.org/" target="_blank">Twin Rocks Friends Camp </a> sponsors the homeschool day. They also have an <a href="http://www.odspartnership.org/first-class-outdoor-school.html" target="_blank">Outdoor School for Homeschoolers</a> and this is the<b> next</b> <span style="color: #274e13; font-size: large;">great</span><span style="color: #274e13;"> </span>program Twin Rocks Friends Camp is sponsoring! <br />
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Their registration process is a cinch to go through via their website. And do you know what is <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">really</span> nice? Twin Rocks sends out a weather update <b>and</b> a list of what to bring to help you be prepared and packed up before their event. If you are an organized individual, you'll appreciate it because it helps you get that check list checked off and it's one less thing for you to think about doing! If you're a not-so-organized individual, you'll love it because the list is all right there for you!</div>
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We took *the beach route* and my husband graciously drove so I could soak in all of the beauty leading up to our destination (it's tough being in the driver's seat when one is an artist!). About half-way we pulled over to enjoy our lunch (the activities began at 1:00 pm so we figured we had plenty of time).<br />
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And so... we may have had plenty of time except for this semi-truck pulling out in front of us once we got back on the road. Nooooo! It was literally miles before we could pass this truck. We figured it was an opportunity to help us practice patience. :)<br />
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That is not to say there wasn't much rejoicing when we were able to finally pass it! How wonderful to see the open road before us once again! To see that speedometer once again climb up to the speed limit so we could get to the fun at <a href="http://www.twinrocks.org/" target="_blank">Twin Rocks Friends Camp</a>!<br />
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Haha! Well how about that? Now we were behind another slow vehicle. Okay kids, how does that song go? Have patience, have patience, don't be in such a hurry, when we get impatient, it only makes us worry, remember, remember that God is patient too, and think of all the times when others have to wait for you!<br />
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Okay! So we arrived half an hour late but we made it safely! We noticed in the kiosk window that dogs are not allowed (so that's something to keep in mind). The friendly gal at the kiosk gave us parking information and easy directions to the building where all things fun and wonderful began.<br />
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Twin Rocks had everything organized so well! </div>
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Once we entered the building, we were greeted by more smiles and warm people. We were given a packet with a rotation schedule for each activity, an outdoor scavenger hunt sheet, a beach scavenger hunt sheet, a tree and shrub identification sheet, a tide pool identification chart, more outdoor school and camp information, and an issue of their "Sandpiper" publication. These were all great things for our visit and possible future plans.<br />
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While this was very structured and organized, we were <i>never </i>made to feel that we had to rush through anything. This is one of the biggest things that made the experience so pleasant. (Do you see there is <i>special</i> attention and care given to nursing mothers and infants? That made this nursing mama <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">happy</span>, <span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;">feel welcomed</span> and <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #274e13;">thankful</span> </span>there are people who appreciate a mother caring for her child!)<br />
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So, on the schedule all of the activities are categorized by ages that they are geared toward. There are four rotations and several activity categories. If you have a broad span of age ranges and you'd like to attend all of the categories, you'll need to attend the event again. :) I appreciated that they allowed a certain number of families to participate in any given activity at a time vs. a certain number of children; this guarantees that your kids will be kept together in your family.<br />
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Our family divided to participate in activities according to ages. We are accustomed to doing unit studies so we had hoped to be able to all stick together and enjoy learning as a whole family unit (later on we saw that camp staff was very flexible with various ages being mixed in). :)<br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;">***Sea Star Dissection***<br />The Older Kids</span></h3>
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I don't know about your family, but ours loves being out in nature and learning about God's creation and evidence of intelligent design.</div>
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Gloves, goggles and cover-ups are all provided.</div>
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Mr. Thomas is passionate about sharing his knowledge about nature. His love for our Lord was evident as he taught; he shared about the logical evidence behind the design of sea stars and how it points to our Creator. He invited students to stay past the scheduled time for the class if they wanted to, engaged them in conversation during the class period and encouraged questions. It was wonderful. </div>
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I'm going to share some dissection photos. If your child does not want to dissect and would rather watch, the camp staff is fine with it if parents do it. (It was pleasantly surprising that there wasn't a strong odor.)</div>
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Do you know how a sea star feels between the feet?</div>
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Do you know what the feet are called?</div>
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Do you know the speed they creep along at? </div>
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What are pedicellaria and what is their purpose? How are they evidence against evolution?</div>
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Did you know they have eyes? Do you know where they are located?</div>
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The water vascular design is <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">fascinating</span>.</div>
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How can a sea star pry open oysters and clams?<br />
Do you know how they eat their food? You might be surprised!</div>
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Review by our son:<br />
"I really liked how the sea stars function and eat. I liked how the teacher presented the information, broke it down into steps and had us dissect it ourselves."<br />
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Review by our daughter:<br />
"I think it was fascinating. I liked how we were able to dissect the sea star because it helped me to understand how its body works. I like how Mr. Thomas talked about evidence for a Creator. It was nice to be able to ask assistants or Mr. Thomas questions as we went along."<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">The kids enjoyed learning about </span>nursery trees and the purpose behind those.</div>
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<span style="color: black;">It was a really beautiful area. We learned that <br />Twin Rocks Friends Camp owns about 2/3 of the lake.</span></div>
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They installed this walk over the marsh land so people<br />
can get a closer look at many of plants that thrive there. <br />
This is great because normally people can't see these due<br />
to the inability to walk in the marshy area.<br />
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<b><span style="background-color: #d9ead3;">*You'll see our double wide jogging stroller in the photo at the end of this blog post. The trails and the board walk were barely wide enough for this. You could probably get by with a single jogging stroller just fine. :)</span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-weight: normal;">- - - Flubber and More - - -</span><br /><span style="color: #0b5394; font-weight: normal;">Our Whole Age Range</span></h3>
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Each table had easy step-by-step instructions,<br />
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Flubber is just fun!<br />
Our family enjoyed making it together. <br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There was a handy washing station on the way out.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This was nice so we could quickly clean up and then</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">head on over to the building with the art, craft and science exploration tables.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Complimentary hot coco from a self-serve station. <br />They also offered complimentary cookies!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This is one craft activity to participate in. <br />They also had a table for exploring water color techniques<br />and one where kids could create a "God's Eye" craft.</span></div>
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There were a lot of pelts and other bio facts to explore. <br />
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This was a clever way to help kids learn about animal tracks!<br />
The footprints are stamps and they could stamp the footprint<br />
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They were able to observe different soil samples with microscopes.<br />
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The instructors are patient and kind. <br />
They teach to your child's learning style, teach safety rules,<br />
briefly practice the form and steps, and then let them go for it!<br />
They also are experienced in teaching left or right handed individuals.<br />
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At the very end, they had a $270 scholarship drawing<br />
for the <a href="http://www.odspartnership.org/first-class-outdoor-school.html" target="_blank">Outdoor School for Homeschoolers</a> and then a closing prayer.<br />
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*Keep you doggie at home...they are not allowed at the camp. :)</div>
*Print off the map for the camp to take with you. You may want to laminate it in case it rains. A link for the map is offered via an e-mail they send out to you.</div>
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*It's Oregon so it's likely to rain! :) There are lots of covered activities so don't let that keep you from going!</div>
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*There are a lot of things to do, including trails to go on and the beach to explore. Be prepared for those types of things.</div>
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We had the pleasure of attending a presentation by David Plett with Freedom's Story Presentations. If you <span style="font-size: large;">love</span> the idea of having <b>history brought to life</b> by a teacher who loves what he does, then you ought to see about attending or scheduling a presentation! You can learn more about Freedom's Story Presentations by going <a href="http://www.newsregister.com/article?articleTitle=civil-engagements--1333758189--3152--community" target="_blank">here</a>. You can learn about pricing by going <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Freedoms-Story-Presentations/227213127318196" target="_blank">here</a> and feel free to *like* Freedom's Story Presentations on Facebook while you are there! <br />
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Here David Plett has the children demonstrate <br />
casualties to gain a better understanding of what it was like.<br />
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As David gears up, he demonstrates how equipment was worn,<br />
explains the names of the items and what they were for.<br />
There are some <b>surprising</b> reasons behind the style,<br />
material and design of each item!<br />
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Fire!<br />
The most exciting and anticipated moment for the kids!<br />
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We didn't know the history behind the flags<br />
which were used in battle. Fascinating!<br />
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Everyone breaks half-way to explore the camp.<br />
This really helped the kids to keep focus for the <br />
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Oh how the taste buds were happy!<br />
You simply *must* try this Civil War Gingerbread!<br />
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<b>Cost:</b> This will vary according to the number of students you have attending. You can learn about pricing <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Freedoms-Story-Presentations/227213127318196" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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*It's easier to host on private property or at a church. <br />
*It was easy to have a bring-your-own-chairs-or-blankets and whatever-else-you-may-need type of event.</div>
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*You will want to make sure you have restrooms available at the location you choose to have the presentation held at. </div>
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*Consider shade.</div>
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*Lost and Found is inevitable! Set up some sort of plan for you, the organizer, to contact folks.<br />
*You'll want a list of names so people can check in with you; it makes it easier to collect money from last minute folks.<br />
*Have people pay via PayPal ahead of time and/or mail checks to you before the event so you are not footed with the bill. <br />
*Let folks know refunds are not available; prices are set according to the number of students and people need to count on that final pricing.</div>
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*Consider the proximity of vehicle traffic (it can make hearing the presentation challenging). <br />
*Consider wind factor; it does effect how sound carries.<br />
*It helps to have people crowd in when a microphone isn't being used.<br />
*Get the word out! Let Legacy Guardian Homeschool Resources and Even Planners know you are organizing or hosting the presentation and we'll announce it on our website and calendar! You can also post on homeschool newsgroups! </div>
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Not too long ago, hubby had the spontaneous inclination to go on a one-night camping trip! But where to go?<br />
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<b>Destination: Ft. Stevens </b><br />
We decided it had been long enough since we last visited Ft. Stevens. He called to find out if there were any last minute cancellations for yurts and it just so happened that there was. However, the last yurt available was a walk-in only and that means they can't hold it for a party.<br />
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<b>The Challenge... </b><br />
*Drop everything,<br />
*Pack up all necessary items,<br />
*Load our vehicle,<br />
*Gas up,<br />
*Move 'em on out,<br />
*Get the yurt before someone else did!<br />
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Ready. Set. Go! <br />
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<b>The Arrival...</b><br />
After our long journey, we arrived at Ft. Stevens State Park and hubby rushed in to snatch the last yurt. When he came out of the building he announced that the yurt had just been "sold" a few minutes before we arrived. "No way!" was heard from our crew. Well, unfortunately, yes. Now what were we to do? We had traveled so far, there wasn't much of the day left to explore the beach and we couldn't just head back home so soon.<br />
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<a href="http://koa.com/campgrounds/astoria/" target="_blank"><b>KOA Kabins to the Rescue!</b></a><br />
Now, for the record, we had never stayed at one of these before. Located directly across from the entrance to the Ft. Stevens camp ground, it turned out that it was a great price for all that we got!<br />
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I can't tell you how welcoming this sign was after our long trip!<br />
We found the staff to be friendly and welcoming, too.</div>
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The campground is SO nice! </div>
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<b>It's extremely well lit at night</b>. <b>We felt very safe walking from the cabin to </b></div>
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<b>the restroom when it was dark out</b>. In addition, the restrooms were so<br />
clean, so warm and had warm water! Plus, there are showers there!<br />
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We rented a two-room cabin for our crew.<br />
The cabin was so clean!<br />
This is the back room with a queen bed.<br />
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Now it's still quite chilly at night at the beach,<br />
and this little guy heated the two rooms extremely<br />
well once it was placed on the floor near the doorway<br />
from the back room to the front room. If it's left on the<br />
table in the back room, the front room remains cold.<br />
Just so ya know.<br />
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This is the front room with the bunks to the right side of the front door<br />
(this view is from the back room).<br />
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And, this is the set of bunks to the left side of the front door<br />
(this view is from the front door.... sorry about that shadow there).<br />
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As I suggested, there wasn't much day light left when we arrived, so we got settled in and then ate dinner and roasted some mallows. It was pleasantly quiet within the campground during sleeping hours.</div>
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<b>Pleasantries!</b></div>
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Once morning rolled around, we went for some all-you-can-eat- pancakes for breakfast (included in the cost of our stay). </div>
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Inside was cozy and filled with picnic tables to sit at. <br />
The pancakes were served fresh and warm. :)<br />
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Then what did we notice as we sat and ate? FUN activities!</div>
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First stop was the huge air pillow to jump on. </div>
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Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!</div>
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Mini golfing....</div>
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For an extra cost, they had bike rentals.</div>
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They have a couple of play park areas within the camp</div>
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and this one was our favorite! It's near the pool.</div>
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Oh, did I mention <a href="http://koa.com/campgrounds/astoria/" target="_blank">KOA</a> has an <b>indoor </b>pool, too? Sweet!</div>
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What play park is complete without swings? <br />
(Note: the swings pose a challenge for bigger kids as they are low to the ground...)</div>
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You see that structure in the distance? I'll come back to that in a moment.... </div>
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Seriously! A life-size chess game! </div>
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This is what is contained in the structure you saw in the swing photo.<br />
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Staying at the <a href="http://koa.com/campgrounds/astoria/" target="_blank">KOA Kabins </a>was an unexpected twist to our stay at the beach. We surly enjoyed it and had a great time creating memories while there! We recommend this campground!</div>
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<br />The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-20453589127844906052011-09-15T18:25:00.000-07:002012-07-15T21:58:17.851-07:00Ling Farm- Texas Long Horn CattleWell I just have to say that the more farmers we meet, the more we appreciate them!<br />
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<a href="http://www.lingfarm.com/"> Ling Farm</a></div>
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Mr. Lingenfelter is a nice, down to earth, intelligent man. He has years of experience and tons of knowledge to share about naturally farming cattle. Why does it matter the way beef that you eat is raised? Well, just ask Mr. Lingenfelter and he'll share that information with you.<br />
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Isn't it pretty with all of the hills and fields?</div>
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Do "steer" clear... the cattle have been here deary.</div>
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I cannot emphasize the need for boots enough!</div>
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These neighboring horses have a <span style="font-size: large;">secret</span>.</div>
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It's amazing how diverse the markings, coloring</div>
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On the way to the field that the cattle were grazing in, we got to see some splendid horses from the neighboring field. They pranced right up to the fence. You might just ask Mr. Lingenfelter something special about those horses. ;)<br />
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<b>Recommended Resources to Further Your Education:</b><br />
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"Food, Inc." DVD (the library has it).<br />
<a href="http://michaelpollan.com/books/the-omnivores-dilemma/">"The Omnivore's Dilemma"</a> by Michael Pollan<br />
"The Omnivore's Dilemma: Young Readers Edition" by Michael Pollan<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">503.</span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">769.1257</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"> </span></div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-85556327534341616302011-09-11T13:46:00.000-07:002011-09-11T13:46:01.847-07:00Recycling TourFrom their <a href="http://www.deq.state.or.us/lq/pubs/docs/sw/curriculum/RRPart0403.pdf">website</a>: <br />
MARION COUNTY –<br />
Capitol Recycling & Disposal Service, Inc.<br />
Salem, Oregon: 503-363-8890<br />
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EARTH WALK – This self-guided tour features a 1/4-mile outdoor nature trail with exceptional exhibits related to the role recycling plays in saving the environment. Fun and educational for all ages, the tour includes:<br />
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Worm Composting Spend some time at the Wriggler Ranch<br />
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Plastics Recycling Get up close and personal with a life-sized Dinosaur!<br />
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A footbridge made entirely from recycled plastic lumber and much more!<br />
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The tour takes about an hour (or less) and is located at Salem-Keizer Transfer Station (right across the road from the Recycling entrance) 3250 Deerpark Drive SE.<br />
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Take Gaffin Rd exit off Hwy. 22 (east) just minutes past COSTCO.<br />
Open 7 days a week 8:00 am until 5:00 pm.<br />
Adult supervision and appropriate outdoor clothing, closed-toe shoes required.<br />
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Garten Services, Inc.<br />
Anne Logan: 503-581-4472<br />
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PAPER RECYCLING – Tour a recycling plant where people with disabilities work to sort paper.<br />
Educational presentations to visiting classes available. Tours and presentations scheduled the last Tuesday of each month. Call for other available times. Visitors must wear closed-toe shoes, please. Warm clothes and coats needed during cold weather months. (Grades 3 and up)The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-12948229092072878712011-09-09T00:52:00.000-07:002011-09-09T00:53:58.008-07:00The Gardner HouseThis quaint cottage turned Bed & Breakfast and Cafe is ran by Mr. and Mrs. Loftus. While you enjoy a cup of coffee and coco with your kids, have lunch, or enjoy a treat, you can learn some very interesting facts about Mr. Loftus' father. His father was on an Apollo Mission team! Mr. Loftus can also tell you a bit about the moon rock he has on display and some other interesting artifacts on display in relation to a space mission...<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;">Learn: </div><div style="text-align: left;">What team was Mr. Loftus' father on?</div><div style="text-align: left;">Details about one of the Apollo missions.</div><div style="text-align: left;">A rare known fact about Neil Armstrong!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">What a <span style="font-size: large;">treasure</span> to have a local person willing to share second hand knowledge with our children! What a neat opportunity to <span style="font-size: large;">enhance </span>your study on space exploration!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-83903799637138581112011-09-09T00:28:00.000-07:002012-07-15T21:58:50.973-07:00Pheromone Art Gallery (Insects and More!)<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="color: #274e13;">***Sadly, the gallery in Salem closed at the end of February. </span><br />
<span style="color: #274e13;">You can keep your eyes open for a new one opening up in Portland though.</span><br />
We had a <span style="font-size: large;">breathtaking</span> visit to the Pheromone Art Gallery in Salem! </div>
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He has a neat testimony to share. </div>
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Find out which Designer Artist Christopher Marley gives the true credit to.</div>
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(Learn about his creative process and if he creates each individual piece.)</div>
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The art is copyrighted, naturally, so photos weren't allowed. To see photos of them doesn't do these magnificent creatures God has created justice anyway! You really must see them in person! So many of them look like jewels and they are all so<span style="font-size: large;"> beautifully</span> and <span style="font-size: large;">creatively</span> displayed! </div>
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The variety of beetles, walking sticks, and butterflies is just amazing! Just <span style="font-size: large;">amazing</span>! You will also see sea life, botanicals, fossils, and minerals uniquely displayed. </div>
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Each piece is very expensive but they do sell a couple of books compiled of Artist Christopher Marley's art. They also sell stationary cards, book marks, calendars, posters, and coloring book of his art. <br />
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Salem, OR 97301</div>
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</div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-17358645818592613302011-09-05T19:15:00.000-07:002012-07-15T22:00:03.362-07:00Crater LakeThis quote from Jack London is aptly said...<br />
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We were studying geographical terms and decided one year to vacation at Crater Lake. Our now 4 year old still remembers what a crater is! It was perfect for expanding on our studies about volcanoes, craters, lakes, etc.<br />
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Have you ever seen water so blue and clear???</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just magnificent!</span></div>
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Isn't he just so <span style="font-size: large;">cute</span>? Look at those <span style="font-size: large;">cheeks</span>!</div>
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I sat on the stone wall around the rim and one ran right across my lap!</div>
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They also hung around my feet! </div>
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I thought it was so neat and it has always been a fond memory. </div>
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So of course it was <span style="font-size: large;">special</span> to me that our kids </div>
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See that dark spot? That's the <a href="http://atlasobscura.com/place/old-man-of-the-lake">Old Man of the Lake</a>.</div>
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We were so excited that we saw him!</div>
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The lake is tremendous in size so rare is the glimpse of this guy! </div>
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<b>Cost:</b> FREE! But you do need a park pass.</div>
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If you plan on camping at Crater Lake, make reservations <b>far</b> in advance! Otherwise, there are other campgrounds not too far away that we found to be pretty vacant (they did have camp hosts).</div>
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Food and other items in the neighboring mini-mart were priced pretty steep! So be well prepared!</div>
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The chipmunks like people... we observed them liking sunflower seeds!<br />
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</div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-87161571014402551122011-09-05T18:15:00.000-07:002013-08-27T21:56:56.431-07:00Japanese GardensThese gardens are lovely and perfect to visit if you are studying botany and/or the Japanese culture. If you go to the "learn more" tab on their <a href="http://japanesegarden.com/">website</a> (it's in the top left corner), you'll find all sorts of information you can print out and take with you for a self-guided tour.<br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">and Jerry from VeggieTales came to mind. </span></div>
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<li><b>$8.50</b> Adult</li>
<li><b>$7.00</b> Senior (62+)</li>
<li><b>$6.50</b> College Student (w/ID)</li>
<li><b>$3.00</b> Youth/Student (6-17)</li>
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There's a steep climb up the hill to the entrance of the gardens... but you may be able to catch the shuttle.</div>
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The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-74983225813751558112011-09-05T17:34:00.000-07:002013-08-27T21:57:22.922-07:00Canyonview Equestrian CollegeDo you have a child that <span style="font-size: large;"><span class="style2">loves</span></span> horses? Do you love them too? If so, give Canyonview Equestrian College a call to see if you can learn more about them together and interact with them! They were so generous with their time and we really appreciated them taking time out of their busy schedule to give us a tour of their college.<br />
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This place is <span style="font-size: large;">wonderful</span>! I wish I knew about it growing up and I am excited to know about it for our kids! Mr. Bannerman led a great (and I mean a <span style="font-size: large;">great</span>) devotion about people and God; parents and kids; and people and horses. He gave a demonstration about the training, discipline, and responsibility that goes into taking care of horses and tied it in beautifully with the theme of parenting.<br />
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Riding horses.... </div>
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enjoying an old-fashioned wagon ride...</div>
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learning about the farrier school...</div>
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... gave our children the opportunity to consider the possibility of working with people and horses for a career/ministry.<br />
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Canyonview is a college but they also offer classes and camps for kids! <a href="http://canyonviewcamp.org/go/">Check them out!</a><br />
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We were able to enjoy a sack lunch at the picnic tables on the grounds after the field trip was over.<br />
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<b>Cost:</b> Free (but maybe consider a donation...)</div>
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There is a picnic area so you may like to bring something to eat afterward (if weather permits).</div>
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It's a ranch setting so boots are a good idea.</div>
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<b>Best Time of Year:</b> </div>
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<span class="normal">Probably late spring or early fall. It really depends on Canyonview's schedule. We went in early October.</span> </div>
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<tr> <td width="100">Telephone: </td> <td>Office: 971.239.1347 </td><td><br /></td><td><br /></td><td><br /></td><td>Ranch: 971.239.1348 </td><td><br /></td><td><br /></td><td><br /></td><td><br /></td><td><br /></td><td><br /></td><td><br /></td></tr>
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The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-36469809410909237132011-08-30T21:49:00.000-07:002011-08-30T21:49:54.702-07:00Fish Hatchery- Leaburg, ORSo a couple of years ago we visited this fish hatchery with some <span style="font-size: large;">dear</span> friends of ours. It was sadly a camera-less day... so no pictures to share as of yet... but don't let that stop you from reading this review! :)<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/visitors/leaburg_hatchery.asp">Leaburg Fish Hatchery </a></div><br />
The drive is <span style="font-size: large;">gorgeous</span>! There is a pond with<span style="font-size: large;"> huge</span> and <span style="font-size: large;">really old</span> sturgeon. The kids were just awed by their size! We had an <span style="font-size: large;">in depth</span> tour of the Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat and Steelhead that they rear, the kids were able to see the fish eggs in the incubator, the hatchery and they also were able to feed the adult fish! Those critters can sure jump when being fed! (So beware that you may get splashed!)<br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><b>Cost:</b> FREE!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="normal">They welcome tour groups.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Important: </b> <br />
Visiting hours are dawn to dusk, seven days a week. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Tips:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;">There is a picnic area so you may like to bring something to eat after such a long drive!<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Restrooms:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Are available.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Extra:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Visitors can view osprey during the spring and summer, and watch spawning of spring chinook in the fall.</div><div style="text-align: left;">Bring some money to feed the Sturgeon. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Best Time of Year:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="normal">All Year!</span> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Ages:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;">All </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Contact Info:</b></div>Leaburg Hatchery<br />
90700 Fish Hatchery Road<br />
Leaburg, OR 97489<br />
(541) 896-3294<div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-78262993526045138282011-08-29T04:10:00.000-07:002011-08-29T15:36:03.809-07:00Canyon Exploration!<b>First of all, this is just a blog to inform families of opportunities out there. We are not held liable for anything!</b><br />
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What better way is there to really help your children grasp information about geology than to take them out and <span style="font-size: large;">explore</span> it?<br />
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"Exciting things in the Canyon?" you may ask. Well, yes! Have you ever heard of Jaw Bone flats? What about the old steam winch off the Battleship Oregon? No? Well... what about an old abandoned mine where you can still see that there old steam winch off the battleship Oregon?<br />
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And that's not all! <br />
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Boca Cave,<br />
Henline Falls,<br />
Opal Creek,<br />
and old the growth forest in the Breitenbush National Scenic Trail! <br />
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The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-33420633953745233722011-08-27T22:05:00.000-07:002011-08-28T22:03:01.584-07:00Don Poncho!Arriba! Arriba! Don Poncho is the place to be to learn about authentic Mexican food! Mmmm! Mmmmm!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Surround yourself with the sights and smells of authentic Mexican food on this flavorful field trip at Don Poncho, Inc. Your family will get to see their delicious products being made- from tortilla chips to various kinds of tortillas and wraps! Afterwards, you'll get to see the distribution center for all of their products. And to top it all off... they generously give out free samples of their products to each student. Which products? Well now you wouldn't want us to spoil it for you, would you? :) </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Your taste buds will be happy if you go! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Cost:</b> FREE!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="normal">They welcome tour groups of up to thirty people- this is including the parent(s). </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b></b><span class="normal"></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Tips:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;">If your hairdo really matters to you (hey it does to some people) be aware that you must wear a hair net. :)</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Restrooms:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Are available.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Best Time of Year:</b> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="normal">Any time of the school year!</span> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Ages:</b> <a class="cssButton" href="javascript:void(0)" id="publishButton" target=""></a><br />
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3060 Industrial Way Northeast<br />
Salem, OR 97301-0015</div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-11024654437781594182011-08-27T21:36:00.000-07:002012-07-15T22:01:59.602-07:00Franz Bakery!<span style="font-size: large;">Wow!</span> It's just so fun to home educate our kids! We parents learn so much, too! If you never got to go on a factory tour like this when you were a kid, <i>now</i> is your chance! :)<br />
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Taking photos isn't really something I thought to do when we went. I don't even know if the bakery would permit it... so that's something to look into if you decide to go on their tour. <br />
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Becky is an <span style="font-size: large;">outstanding</span> Franz Bakery employee! She loves what she does and it shows! When you first show up she shares a brief history about the Franz family, how the bakery got started and about where it's at today. Next, she takes children 7+ and their parents behind the scenes for the half-hour tour. The engineering behind it all is just amazing! Lastly, everyone gets to e<span class="normal">njoy a snack of bread, butter and apple juice, and gift bags to take home! :) </span><br />
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Now, if you have younger children don't feel that you can't take your kids to enjoy the tour! <span class="normal">For children six and under, t</span>here is a waiting area with puzzles, books, coloring pages, and a little store they can "shop" in. Naturally, at least one parent needs to stay with them... but your group can decide who will do this or at least you all can draw straws. :)<br />
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<b>Cost:</b> FREE!</div>
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<span class="normal">They welcome tour groups of between ten and sixty people. </span></div>
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<span class="normal">For your safety they do not permit jewelry to be worn except for wedding bands. Participants must wear closed toe, non skid shoes such as tennis shoes.</span></div>
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If your hairdo really matters to you (hey it does to some people) be aware that you must wear a hair net. :)<br />
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It's metered parking, so be prepared with some change! </div>
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<span class="normal">Their tour schedule follows the basic school year, Labor Day until summer break in June. The tours must be scheduled well in advance because they fill up <span style="font-size: large;">fast</span>! It's recommended that you call the first two weeks in September for the best dates.</span> </div>
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The tour is for 7+ and a waiting area with activities for 6 and under.</div>
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<span class="normal">Becky at 503.232.2191</span></div>
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<br /></div>The Legacy Guardian Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15668310761508365223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7407903943746348447.post-29222401278998855142011-08-27T19:51:00.000-07:002011-08-30T23:04:12.076-07:00Rosse Posse Acres- Elk RanchWe've enjoyed the tour of the elk ranch <span style="font-size: large;">twice</span> and wouldn't you know that I can't find <span style="font-size: large;">any</span> of our photos from either trip?!! So, I'm sorry that for now this is simply a text post... we'll get photos up as soon as we can!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.rosseposseacres.com/tpz.htm">Rosse Posse Acres</a></div><br />
We weren't studying elk in particular... just mammals... and I happened upon this fantastic elk ranch! Brenda Ross does an <span style="font-size: large;">exceptional</span> job with an educational presentation about elk! It's really interesting to learn about things that the Ross' family have observed and experienced with the elk that they raise. They have all sorts of bio facts the kids can handle- teeth, buttons, hooves, etc. You also get to tour the facility and see the elk pretty up close. Along with the joys of their niche, they have some struggles that are worth learning about too. <br />
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Now, your kids also have a great opportunity to take something memorable home from this field trip experience if you pay a little extra for the kids to be able to make a craft with a bit of elk antler. :)<br />
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And who could resist their <span style="font-size: large;">unique</span> petting zoo after the elk tour? They have adorable little pygmy goats, miniature donkeys, a miniature horse, chickens, fallow deer, Patagonian cavy, and cute little Tucker the Wallaby!<span style="font-size: medium;"></span><br />
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It'd be great if you'd visit their gift shop at the end of the tour! They have all sorts of different items made from elk byproducts and where you can purchase some of this delicious, free range meat.<br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><b>Cost:</b> $5 per person. Groups of 10 or more $4 per person.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Important: </b>Overall stroller and wheelchair friendly. The "Elkatraz" may be awkward to move through and the gift shop may be a bit tight.<br />
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*If it's wet out, bring rain boots! It is a farm/ranch setting after all. And be prepared to have fun!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Restrooms:</b> Are available in the gift shop.<b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Extra:</b> Bring your camera for some great photos ops! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Best Time of Year:</b> This field trip works rain or shine! Most of it is held in the barn... even the craft if you choose that as an extra activity and the petting zoo. You will want to bring rain boots, rain jackets, umbrellas, etc.... you know... Oregon wet weather gear if you go in the wetter seasons. :)<br />
<b>Ages:</b> All </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
<b>For a Private Tour for Your Group Contact: </b> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Alan or Brenda Ross<br />
503.829.7107</div><div style="text-align: left;">or</div><div style="text-align: left;">e-mail <a href="mailto:alan@rosseposseacres.com">alan@rosseposseacres.com</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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