June 2014 - Family Campers and RVers

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
June 2014—Volume 48 Number 2
Chartered August 23, 1965 S/PA6
Past President
Ralph & Linda Deline
8628 English Line
Chatham ON N7M4H7
519-354-0958
rdeline@mnsi.net
President
Sylvia Powers
716 The W Mall, #1101
Etobicoke, ON
M9C 4X6
416-626-3911
sybbiepowers60@gmail.com
Vice President
Terry & Faye Swanburg
16 Perkins St
Cambridge ON N1R7V8
519-621-2049
fswanburg@rogers.com
Recording Secretary
Lyn Davie-Sparling
Box 24013 Cherryhill
London ON N6H-5C4
519-845-1976
kandlsparling@gmail.com
Corresponding Secretary
Darlene Wiltsie
6 Chase Ave
Guelph ON N1H2N2
519-822-8175
darw19@rogers.com
Treasurer
Jim & Jean Keenleyside
420 Tuck Drive
Burlington ON L7L2R3
905-632-8080
jkeenleyside@sympatico.ca
Voting Delegates Rep.
Dave & Marilyn Webster
27 Windale Cres
Kitchener ON N2E3E6
519-576-0326
dcwebster@sympatico.ca
Provincial Directors
Ralph & Linda Deline
8628 English Line
Chatham ON N7M4H7
519-354-0958
rdeline@mnsi.net
Now that we’ve settled the dust,
We’s so proud that we cood jist bust
Canuck Dynasty’s done
But we shore did have fun
And so did y’all, we trust.
The Tri-County Travellers is “happy, happy, happy” to r’port that we’s had us
a right successful 45th Anniversary celebration at the Tavistock Community
Complex for the Spring OPA campout on the long weekend in May. We was
mighty pleased to have 103 camping units attend our redneck campout.
There was more camouflage than you cood shake a duck at!
Dispite the chilly weather, there was lots of interest in the outdoor games.
The first place winners of the horseshoe pitch were Dan Blenkinsop and
Jerry Finkbeiner. Second place winners was Lewie Acre and Rob Lewis.
There were 44 participants for the washertoss. First place went to Maureen
Blenkinsop & Michael Taziar. Second place went to Bill Gerrie & Gloria
White. About 70 spectators gathered to watch the Inaugural Toilet Seat
Toss. 35 enthusiastic participants tossed but first prize went to Celia Steels,
Second prize went to Don Blenkinsop and Third Prize went to Zenia Morrier.
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REPRESENTATIVES
Regional Directors
Hugh & Camy Hicks
17 Halliday Dr.,
Tavistock, N0B-2R0
519-572-8617
fcrvpd@gmail.com
Unaffiliated Reps
Lorne & Mabel Douglas
437 Albany St. PO BOX 1451
Petrolia ON N0N 1R0
malord@hotmail.ca
Chaplain
Jim Stobbart
297 Colonial
Rd Belleville ON K8R1C3
613-962-5663
richard.stobbart@hotmail.com
SYBBIE'S SYNOPTIC
Camping season came in with a gush - very wet. I heard that you all had
a great time at Spring OPA anyway. We are not just “good weather
campers”.
This season looks to be fun filled! There are lots of campouts: Campvention in July, ECHO and the regional Campout in August and Fall OPA—
as well as your own campouts. Lots of opportunity to get together, renew
old friendships and make new ones.
I hope we can ALL take advantage of the camping season.
Blessings till we meet again,
Sylvia V. Powers
O.P.A. STANDING COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSONS
CAMP
Charlotte Daly
20 Carolina Way,
RR #1 Port Rowan, ON
N0E 1M0
cadaly@execulink.com
Campout Coordinator
Earl Swan
56 McNaughton St
Cambridge ON N1R1Z3
519-623-2978
meswan@rogers.com
Conservation
Carl & Lynda Wood
261 Mcintyre Rd,
RR #1 Ameliasburgh, ON
K0K 1A0
capwood@xplornet.ca
Decals & National Insignia
Jim Stobbart
297 Colonial
Rd Belleville ON K8R1C3
613-962-5663
richard.stobbart@hotmail.com
Provincial DASAT
Terry & Faye Swanburg
16 Perkins St
Cambridge ON N1R7V8
519-621-2049
fswanburg@rogers.com
Historian
Vacant
Hospitality
Vacant
Legislation Ontario and
For CANADA
Sylvia Powers
See page 1 under President.
Membership
Marilyn & Wayne Rosenberger
3500 Chilligo Road, RR2, Breslau,
Ontario N0B 1M0
519-648-2017
rosenberger44@gmail.com
Camy Hicks &
Sylvia Powers
HELPFUL HINTS FROM THE WEB
HOW AN ICE CUBE CAN HELP YOU AVOID FOOD POISONING
Put an ice cube in a small bowl in your RV freezer. When you return
after a weekend or longer, if your ice cube has melted and frozen
again flat, you know the contents of your freezer have also thawed
while you were away.
TRAVELING WITH PROPANE
Travel with your propane turned OFF at the tank. Propane lines can
break if an accident occurs while you're on the road.. With no restriction in the line, the propane in the tank can escape. Since propane can
ignite with only a small amount in the air (eight parts per million of propane), any triggering device in the vicinity will light it. A broken propane line is extremely dangerous and can trigger an explosion and
fire.
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PROVINCIAL DIRECTOR’S REPORT
O.P.Action Editors
Lee and Celia Steels
1288 Hart Cres.,
Oakville ON L6H 2M5
905-844-3059
4opaction@gmail.com
O.P.Action Mailing
Windsor Hobos
Parliamentarian
Dave & Marilyn Webster
27 Windale Cres
Kitchener ON N2E3E6
519-576-0326
dcwebster@sympatico.ca
Photography
Vacant
Property
Vacant
Scholarship
Jean Bedford
3 Canberra Crt
Brantford ON N3S7H7
519-756-3845
ke-sjb@rogers.com
Sound
Vacant
Teen Advisors
Jason & Kim Welburn
184 Temperance Lake Rd
Athens ON K0E1B0
613-924-2868
kim.welburn@sunlife.ca
Web Site
Diane Proper
diane@opa-fcrv.ca
Youth Vacant
Well, it has been one year since we received our appointment to this position. We have learned a lot in this year, and we know there is a lot more to
learn, but we are enjoying it.
We here in Ontario have two new commercial members that can do name
tags with the FCRV crest on them. First, in the West, is Dan O’Neill (Plate
Maker), dan@platemaker.ca from the Hamilton region. Dan was at the
spring OPA Campout and I hear business was good for him.
Brand new this past week is Kim Farr (Starr Trophies) in the East. We do
not have Kim’s email address yet, but contact Carl Wood as he has it.
National has lost a corporate sponsor in ANPAC. We are so sorry to see
this. With a declining membership it was hard to come up with a workable
budget. Without a growth in membership and/or an increase in our nondues revenue stream such as attendance at national rallies and additional
commercial memberships, our financial picture will continue to look very
bleak. This is a statement from our national President, Dave Ludwig, in
Camping Today.
As of June 6, 2014 at 9:20 pm Campvention has 305 registrations. Ontario
has sent in 40 so far, making us Number 1 in registrations. Keep up the
good work. If you haven’t registered yet, get it in as soon as possible. This
will make it easier for the Campvention planners, especially those planning
the parking!
The cadet program is still active. If you need forms see your Field Directors
or us. You can also give them a copy of the OPAction and Camping Today.
If you would like to do this, contact us and we will send them to you to pass
on.
See you soon! God bless.
Linda & Ralph Deline
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CANADIAN REGIONAL DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Well the camping season is well under way here in Ontario, and the Spring Ontario Provincial Campout was very successful with over 100 units on site. It has been a few years since we have had 100
units for a spring OPA campout. The host chapters did a great job and the official Ontario parking
team did an equally fine job of getting everyone parked under very trying conditions. The grounds
were very soft after three days of rain before we arrived on site, so some areas designated for parking were not available for our use.
We want to remind all the Ontario members who are headed to Campvention that we will be hosting
a Regional Hospitality one evening at Campvention and we will be needing lots of volunteers to assist with the event.
The area around Essex Junction is a very scenic area of Vermont, and we hope that members attending Campvention will have the opportunity to tour the country around the immediate area. Lake
Champlain is not very far away, along with lots of historical landmarks.
We must all promote our upcoming Regional Campout to be held from August 10-15 in Vineland Ontario. The committees are all at work planning for a great week of activities including a possible
group visit to the “Oh Canada Eh” dinner theatre in Niagara Falls. We expect to have other local
tours planned with buses picking us up at the campground and bringing us back afterwards. Make
sure we all try to promote this campout to our members and to other members from adjacent states.
Hope to see many of you at Campvention.
Hugh and Camy
Hugh and Camy Hicks
New Region 7 Regional Directors
Do you recognize these rednecks?
They were seen at the recent Spring OPA.
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CONSERVATION CONVERSATION
Another Spring OPA campout has come and gone. The camp was well attended with over 100 units
on site. A hearty congratulation to the Tri-County Travelers for a well organized and successful
camp.
During this campout we were very pleased to present several awards
and to recognize the winner of the 2014 Conservation Poster contest. It
was sad to see entries into only the adult classification, but the 2015
campout is only 11 and ½ months away. Hopefully we will have some
youth entrants at that time! This years winner focused on a don’t litter
campaign. Congratulations again to Bob Lewis for his poster on this
theme. His poster will be entered into the National Conservation Poster
contest this summer in Vermont. Make sure you stop by and look at the Conservation Poster display
while you enjoy this summers Campvention.
Once again, the Ontario Fire Flies were awarded the Conservation
Oak Award. The Darlington Conservation Weekend has been ongoing now for over 20 years. The Ontario Fire Flies took over the hosting responsibilities a few years ago when Dave and Maureen
Walker, former Conservation Chair, retired from that position. This
year alone, over 4000 hours went into the operation of this conservation activity. All participants are FCRV members or their guests,
many traveling from the East of our Province and others from the
West. Having members from all areas of the Province come together
for a weekend of fun, fellowship and hard work, all in the name of Conservation is great.
The Wandering Canadians also went home with not one but two
well deserved awards: the Conservation Council of Ontario Award
and the Ontario 4-R Recycling Award. If you did not have the
chance to review their Conservation report at Spring OPA, please
ask me to make it available to you in the future. This report presents
hours of preparation and participation in assorted Conservation activities throughout the year. It would seem like every member of the
Wandering Canadians does something in conservation, the composite of which is quite impressive. They have won this award consistently over the years and deservedly so.
The thing which pleased me most during the Spring OPA was talking to three or four additional
chapters about their Conservation activities. Those which send me information on their activities will
be a focus of future Conservation Conversations. Of those chapters, I ask that they include a few
pictures with their summary. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words!
You may wonder what Conservation activity your chapter could undertake? How much work is involved and how many people do you need?
The answers to these questions are very simple. A Conservation activity needs only to pertain in
some aspect of Conservation: Reuse, Reduce, Recycle and Reclaim! One person picking up waste
on the side of the road or in a park! A chapter working with a local park or perhaps taking the responsibility of maintaining a section of a local walking trail! A few minutes or a few hours! Many people, a few or even one!
Think about what you or your chapter could do considering your health, age and numbers. If you
have any questions, contact me at capwood@xplornet.ca Conservation is about taking care of our
world, one small piece at a time. Make sure you send me a summary and some pictures of whatever
you decide to do.
Submitted by Carl & Lynda Wood
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SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Scholarship Fund is collected all year. At the first of August, the total money is divided equally
among the applicants for Scholarship assistance, thus reducing the Fund to zero, to be rebuilt again.
Teens can apply for a maximum of 4 years, and Scholarships are given out at Fall OPA.
This year we have six applications for Scholarship.
Please think of this Scholarship Fund for any donations you may give. Cheques are to be made out
to “OPA Scholarship Fund”, and Income Tax Receipts are issued.
MEMORIAL DONATIONS FOR OPA SCHOLARSHIP FUND
George Collins
Frank Dymock
Linda McKee
Bob Huycke
Paula Rogers
Ernie Flewelling
Frank Dymock
Eva Chute
Carl Johnston
Helen Robertson
Charlie Lander
Carl Johnston
Carl Johnston
Lola Rutter
Hamilton Loadluggers
Ralph & Linda Deline
Ralph & Linda Deline
Ontario Fireflies
Ontario Fireflies
Golden Wanderers
Windsor Hobos
Karen Edwards
Bill & Lorraine Young
Bill & Lorraine Young
Bill & Lorraine Young
Dave & Maureen Walker
Ken & Lyn Sparling
Murray & Elsie Grant, and the Brantford Sundowners
(Note: Lola Rutter was known as the ‘Pull Tab Queen’ and she passed away this year at the age of
104. She had been an avid Pull Tab collector for the past decade. Every birthday, Lola asked for a
bag of Pull Tabs as gifts in lieu of birthday presents, and even Pull Tabs to be given at her funeral.)
CELEBRATION DONATION FOR OPA SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Donation from Lee & Celia Steels to celebrate the birth of their granddaughter, Alison Mckenzie (son
Anthony & Heather — parents) and to celebrate the marriage of their son Craig to ShinYang.
DONATIONS:
Hallowe’en Blowout, Corn Cobb church collection, Ontario Fireflies Campout, 50/50 draw at Spring
2014 OPA, Church Offering from Spring 2014 OPA
As of May 17, 2014 there is $1050.00 in the OPA SCOLARSHIP FUND.
Submitted by Jean Bedford
As we go to press, we have received the sad news that Sheila Collins has passed away.
Sheila and her husband George, who passed away in February 2013, were long-time
members of both the Hamilton Loadluggers and the Burlington Meandering Mohawks.
They will be greatly missed.
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11 th CANADIAN REGIONAL CAMPOUT
August 10-15, 2014
Ontario is hosting the Regional Campout for Region 7 at NET Camping in Vineland Ontario, near St.
Catharine’s, Ontario.
THE CAMPGROUND
This is a full service campground, with full hookups, including 20, 30 and 50 amps at each site. For
more information on the campground, go to www.netcampingresort.com. At this campground, there
are walking trails, a lake for boating and paddle boats (which can be rented), swimming pools and a
games room. There are new washrooms right by our camping area, and even barbeques set up if
you need one.
ACTIVITIES IN THE AREA:
Although there are 27 wineries nestled below the Niagara Escarpment, there are many other things
to do beside sipping your way through the neighbourhood.
The Welland Canal is not far away. Watch in amazement as huge ships get lifted over the Niagara
Escarpment via a series of locks. You may get to see bridges lift and train tracks lift as the ships
move from Lake Ontario to Lake Erie or back. We will be providing the times that ships will be arriving at the Observation and Visitor Centre at Lock 3. Also visit the museum while at the centre.
Check your goodie bag for information.
The Century Old Carousel in Port Dalhousie Only 5 Cents a Ride! This lovingly hand carved and
restored carousel is a must see. Bring you bathing suit and swim in Lake Ontario. Walk out on the
dock and see the activity at the port.
Visit Niagara-On-The-Lake, a hub of activity with wonderful little shops or go to Fort George for a
step back in time and learn about the War of 1812 and the history of this area.
Visit Ball’s Falls Conservation Area that is a short distance from the campground. Hike on trails
that take you to two falls and an historical village. Take a short jaunt on the Bruce Trail that crosses
this area.
Of course there are the wonderful attractions of Niagara Falls that will leave you amazed.
For airplane lovers, the War Plane Heritage Museum in Hamilton is a short drive away.
ENTERTAINMENT AT REGIONAL:
DOYLES & DUNN
This family trio have been singing and playing music since they
were kids. Encouraged by their father and mother, Cindy and
Donna, along with their other five sisters and one brother, have
been entertaining all over the Hamilton Ontario area since they
were out of diapers.
Connected by their love of Celtic, East Coast and Folk music,
Donna, Cindy and Cindy’s husband Kevin decided to get together
and do something about it. So this trio, have been entertaining, as
Doyles and Dunn, for the past 3 years and are currently looking forward to many years of music and fun times together.
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URGENT NEED
We are in urgent need of 3 Chapters who would be willing to do a
Hospitality at the Regional Campout at Net Camp in August. If your
chapter or a group of friends would like to take this on please
contact Marilyn Rosenberger at 519-648-2017 or at
rosenberger44@gmail.com .
Looking forward to hearing from someone who would be willing to help.
GAMES AT REGIONAL
Games will be family oriented. They will occur in the morning to enable people to attend activities or
explore the area in the afternoon.
Earl Swan
REGIONAL TUESDAY EVENING, AUGUST 12, EXCURSION TO “CANADA EH”
For an evening of laughs at a local show, join the bus trip to “CANADA EH.”
Dave Skillings has organized an excursion on the big bus eh.
Space is limited so if you wish to go, contact Dave soon eh. (Before July 22 eh!)
Ticket price is $64.40 each (includes HST) eh. The bus trip will
cost between $ 5 and $ 10 depending on how many we get eh.
Dave Skillings
519-485-4209
dcskillings@sympatico.ca
FUTURE UNITS YOU MAY WISH TO CONSIDER
The first jet powered RV soon
to be in production???
Perhaps a multi-purpose RV is your choice.
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11th FCRV Canadian Regional Campout
August 10-15, 2014
“Niagara Escape”
NET Camping Resort
2325 Regional Rd. 24
, Vineland, Ontario L0R 2C0,
www.netcampingresort.com
Registration Fees $240 Per Family
Enregistrement $240 par famille
Sunday Aug 10 – Friday Aug 15/2014
Canadian Funds Please
Late Registration after 01 July, 2014
Additional $15
Total Fees for 10-15 Aug required with
your registration
Confirmations will be sent by e-mail
where possible
Registration PAYABLE TO:
Dimanche le 10 août – Vendredi le 15 août,2014
Argent Canadien S.V.P.
Inscription aprés 1 juillet 2014
ajoutez $15
Frais au complet pour 10-15 août
requis avec inscription
Confirmations seront envoyées par
couriel si possible
votre inscription PAYABLE à:
FCRV Canadian Regional 2014
c/o Jason and Kim Welburn, 184 Temperance Lake Road
Athens, Ontario, K0E 1B0
For Information E-mail: rgdeline@gmail.com
NB: IF you register and are unable to attend, your registration fees will be refunded minus $25 administration fee.
NB: Si vous etés enregistrés et ne pauvez pas venir, vos frais d’enregistrement vous seront remboursés moins $25
d’administration.
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11th FCRV Canadian regional campout
Surname (nom de famille)_______________________ First Name (prénom)_________________________
Chapter (Chapitre)____________________________ FCRV member # (member # FCRV)_____________
Address (adresse)_______________________________________________________________________
City (ville) _____________________________________________________________________________
Postal Code (code postal)____________________ State/ Prov____________________
E-mail Address_______________________________Telephone #
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Type of Unit (genre d’équipement): __________________________Length/ longeur_____
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cap Site _________cite pour handicape______________________________________________________
# Adults (adultes)_____ #Youth ( jeunes ) 4-12 __________ # Teens (adolescents) 13-19 yrs _________
(Please indicate Ages) (s.v.p. indiquez les ages)
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JOIN YOUR CIRCLE OF FRIENDS ON SAFARI IN FERGUS
Our SAFARI will be a JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY. We are not going to Africa, obviously, but we
are putting together a busy and interesting weekend for you. Come and take a tour, find out what
Fergus has to offer. Enjoy the camaraderie with your old and new friends as you play games, try
some crafts, attend the campfire etc.
At the opening ceremonies on the Friday evening, we ask that each club bring their banner and
designate one or two people to parade in with it.– a splash of colour and a chance to promote
your club.
We would love to hear from you if your club is willing to host Hospitality one evening. Roy and
Marilyn Williamson ( 905-385-1866 ) are looking after this and will provide the coffee, tea etc., if you
wish to provide the food. Let us know! Another chance to be involved and promote your club.
We have activities planned for the children, so make sure they come on safari with you! The teen
program and Teen Queen Pageant will be organized by Kim Welbourn the teen advisor.
As a part of our safari journey, we are planning to provide porketta on a bun (think of it as wild boar)
for everyone to enjoy. Please bring salad or dessert to share with others, more details to follow.
We will be having the usual favourite activities such as Pop-tab weigh in, Sunday Service, Entertainment, Awards and presentations, Projects, OPA meeting, door prizes and a few more surprises.
We have arranged a tour of an alpaca farm and the Fergus museum.
We do have a new game called “IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE” for teams to play. You will have an
opportunity to use the community swimming pool and ice rink.
Sign up at Projects or mail in your registration to Jim and Jean Keenleyside.
Come on Safari, see what you can discover!
FRIDAY NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT:
SUNDAY NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT:
“FOURWARNED”
“KILEY JOE MASSON”
Jim Marino, lead singer
of "Fourwarned" spent
over thirty years in the
teaching profession as a
music teacher with concert bands. His singing
quartette has performed in Southern Ontario
for 15 years. They specialize in harmony.
88 keys, 10 fingers, 1 voice
With a repertoire of over
500 songs Kiley Joe sings a
variety of songs from ballads like “Hurt” to rock & roll
like “Great Balls of Fire.”
He will leave you wanting more!
GOOD NEWS
Early registration date has moved to August 1st 2014. Save $5.00 if you register by that date. Of
course you can register earlier too! (Date on the form says July 1, but we will honour Aug. 1 as
the pre-registration date.) Remember the fun you had in Tavistock? Well come on Safari in Fergus and see what you can discover. We are preparing for YOU!
The Meandering Mohawks
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The best beard contest was won by “Phil Robertson look-a-like”- John Scott. Second prize was
awarded to “Git ‘er Parked” - Dave Skillings
John, Before & After
Dave & John
Over 230 folks enjoyed the bounty of the delicious potluck Pig Roast.
Saturday night entertainment was provided by Roger & Donna Long from “Last Man Standing” music and our own Teen Queen, Ashley Skillings. Sunday night entertainment was provided by Steve
Wilson- an illusionist from Magic Dynasty of Springfield, Ont.
Ms Ashley Performs
Disappearing Money & Lemons!
Tie Him Up!
Thank ye kindly to all who donated draw prizes, helped with parking, helped with the church service
and MC’d the entertainment. Thanks to the Oxford Rovers, the Wandering Canadians and the Ontario Fireflies for the hospitalities. It was mighty neighbourly of y’all ta pitch in.
Canuck Dynasty’s long gone
But we got our “redneck on”
With whiskers, camo and a toilet seat toss
The Tri-County Travellers got their point across!
Submitted by Lynn Acre
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SPRING OPA — SERMON
There’s Joy In the Journey
By Lynn Acre
Although I’ve only been an RVer for a few short years, I’ve enjoyed travelling around Ontario, and
the United States for camping....especially for Campventions. We RVers know that it’s great to get
behind the wheel and head towards our destination, but we also know there’s a lot of fun and joy in
the journey. Today I’d like to talk to you about finding joy in the journey of life by being positive in a
negative world.
Complaining kills joy. It makes you unhappy. It makes everyone around you unhappy too. How many
of you like to be around complainers? The problem is that once we start to complain, it is hard to
stop. Complaining can become a habit and to tell you the truth, it is a bad habit. We can find something to complain about all the time. If it is raining, of course we can complain about that. But we
could also rejoice that the ground is being refreshed and watered.
We are somewhat conditioned by our society to complain. Look at the headlines in your newspapers
and on television. I would say that most of what you see is bad news. We are bombarded continuously with what’s wrong with everything. By our own nature and by our conditioning we tend to develop the habit of complaining. But that is not how the Bible tells us to respond in a negative world.
Provide people with a glimpse of good living and of the living God.
HOW TO CONQUER COMPLAINING
The Bible says "Do everything without complaining and arguing." How do you do that?
1. Admit There Is A PROBLEM: If you are a constant complainer, you have a problem. One of the
most difficult parts of correcting a problem, is to admit that you have one. Take some time this week
and listen to yourself. Ask yourself: How much time do I spend griping, complaining, arguing and
saying life is rotten. If you spend a major amount of your time verbalizing the negative, you have a
problem. Admit it.
2. Change your SELF-TALK: I think that people talk to themselves most of the time. What you are
thinking in your mind, what you are saying to your self, what you are meditating on that is your selftalk. Be very careful of your self-talk. We can easily slip into negative self-talk. Give up the pity party.
Start thinking of the grace and goodness of God. God loves us.
3. Speak POSITIVELY: Not only should you think positive thoughts, you should also speak positive
words. Lift people up. Don’t tear them down. Complaining is a habit. It’s a bad habit. Habits are only
broken by replacing them with something else. Take out the complaining and replace it with positive
speaking. The Bible tells us in Ephesians:
“No foul language is to come from your mouth, but only what is good for building up someone in
need, so that it gives grace to those who hear.” Ephesians 4:29
We have all heard, “If you can’t say something good, don’t say anything at all.” Even though it is not
a Biblical saying, it is a wise saying to live by. Replace your criticisms and complaints with compliments. Be positive in your speaking.
4. Take Responsibility for Your Own LIFE: Many times complaining is just an attempt to blame
other people for our problems. If I have brought the problem on myself, I need to take responsibility
for it. Do you remember the fall of Adam and Eve? After Adam ate the fruit, do you remember what
he did? He blamed Eve for giving him the fruit. Then he blamed God for creating the woman. It is
easy to blame others for our own mistakes. There are three kinds of people in life: accusers, excusers, and choosers. Accusers are always going around saying "It’s your fault. Excusers say "I’m a
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SPRING OPA — SERMON
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product of my environment. It’s not really my fault." The people that are really successful in life are
neither accusers nor excusers. They are choosers. They accept responsibility for their own decisions. When they reap what they sow, they accept it and move ahead. They accept responsibility for
their own decisions. When they reap what they sow, they accept it and move ahead.
5. Develop An Attitude Of GRATITUDE: The Bible tells us in First Thessalonians:
“In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Jesus Christ for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18
(NKJV) God is big enough to take even the bad stuff in my life and work it for my good. God has a
purpose for you and me and He fits even the bad things in our lives into that purpose for our good.
God’s purpose for my life is greater than my problems. So in everything I can give thanks.
I should develop the attitude of gratitude because I know that God is in control. He is more powerful
than any problem. He is constantly working for my good in every circumstance that I will ever find
myself in. This fact is a tremendous antidote for complaining. You can focus on either the negative
or the positive, that choice is yours. Is the cup half empty or half full? It all depends on how you
choose look at it.
6. Look for God in Every SITUATION: If you are a Christian, God is always active in your life. He is
there in each and every situation. You may not be aware of it but He is there. Look for God in every
situation. Problems will come into our lives. There is no doubt in this fact but be aware. God is there
and He cares how you handle them.
When you don’t complain, you are changing the atmosphere of the world you live in. When you are
positive, you are “a breath of fresh air.” You are different than most people. You carry a message of
hope. You carry the “Good News” in a world that is filled with bad news. You carry a message of
light in a dark world.
So as you continue your journey in life, you’ll find the joy within yourself. Change your attitude and
you’ll change the world.
These are just some of the items people
took to the 2014 Retirees Rally in Canton,
Texas made by FCRV members of Ontario.
As you can see, it’s not just lap robes but
preemie bonnets as well.
You are encouraged to join the LOVE
through knitting, crocheting, quilting etc.
OR donating materials.
Sonya Smye
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OPA NEWS
TAB COLLECTION
The Tabs collected in Fall 2013 were 457 pounds, and tabs collected at
Spring 2014 were 705.5 pounds. Total tabs to be recycled for 2013/2014
are 1162.5 pounds. Proceeds from the 2013-2014 Pull Tab collection will be going to the Sunshine Foundation, Dreams for Kids. Our
money will help provide a dream for a child with severe physical or
life-threatening illness. After we take the tabs (and cans we have
collected) to the London recycler, the dollar amount received will be
presented to a representative from the Sunshine Foundation at Fall
OPA in Fergus. Thanks to all who contribute to this project and keep
collecting those tabs.
Monies from Tabs collected 2014-2015 will be given to a charity
named “About Face”. More information about this charity will be available at Fall OPA and a future
OPAction.
The Pull Tab Award plaque is missing, and needs to be located for this year’s recipient. If you have
it, please contact Wayne & Marilyn at 519-648-2017 or rosenberger44@gmail.com .
Wayne & Marilyn Rosenberger
VOTING DELEGATE REPRESENTATIVES
Dave reminded everyone at the spring OPA meeting that his job is to receive any question or concerns from any member or any chapter. In turn, he will bring it to the OPA Board Agenda to be discussed and then he will get back with an answer. (See page 1 for his contact information.)
Dave & Marilyn Webster
OPA WEBSITE
If you have not been on our Website, why not? It has been a lot of work to get it up and running and
into a user-friendly format. Diane’s life schedule is very full, so any submissions from OPA will be
entered as time permits, and a second gentle reminder could be sent to her after a few days.
Also, about photography, the Website needs new fresh photos all the time, and please send any
to her. There have been a significant number of hits on our Website, but no statistics are available.
Diane Proper
D.A.S.A.T. (Disaster and Safety Awareness Training)
Terry said that although they are incoming Presidents of OPA, when officially sworn in at Fall OPA
2014, they will continue the DASAT program. At Spring OPA, they put on a DASAT program on
“Emergency Preparedness at a Campout”, which lasted a little more than an hour, with 75 people in
attendance. If any Chapter would like Terry and Faye to put on a presentation at a meeting or a
campout, they will do their best to be there. Otherwise, they are able to point members in the right
direction, and/or get the right people to talk to about your questions regarding DASAT.
Terry & Faye Swanburg
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40+ YEARS OF ECHO
August 1st to 4th, 2014
Rideau Acres: Kingston
1014 Cunningham Road, Kingston, Ont, K7L 4V3 (800-958-5830) offhwy 15, 1 mile North of 401 (exit 623)
Special Information
Because we are celebrating 40+ YEARS OF ECHO we are asking YOU to gather memorabilia related to previous ECHO campouts. Shirts, vests, badges, pictures, trophies etc to name some
of the treasures you may be able to locate. You may know of a former ECHO attendee who
you may wish to invite them to join us for the Sunday Memorabilia display or to camp with us
for the entire weekend. We will provide as many tables as we can for this display, scheduled
for the Sunday morning of the Campout. Refer to the program which will be distributed at the
registration desk for time and location of the MEMORABILIA DISPLAY OF 40+YEARS OF
ECHO.
Nominations for “Family Camper of the Year” along with a comprehensive written support for
this nomination are to be submitted to Carl Wood by June 15.
Volunteers, chapters offering a door prize/ hospitality, Family Camper of the Year nominations,
or for additional registration forms contact Carl Wood by June 15 at capwood@xplornet.ca:
613-969-8118
Early Registration Fee: $20
.
Late Registration Fee $25
(Postmarked after June 15, 2014)
2 way hookup (dump facilities are available)
Camp Fee $105
Additional Family in one Unit: $40 Early Reg, $45 Late Reg.
NOTE: If you are unable to attend, the camp fee ($105) will be refunded:
Each family in the same unit must complete a separate registration form:
We will try to locate Pre registered handicapped units close to the activity area.
Make cheques payable to ECHO, 2014:
Mail to:
Pets must be on leash at all times
Carol & John Cote
237 Salmon Point Road,
Cherry Valley,
Ont,
K0K 1P0 613-846-0015
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Name:___________________________ Street:_____________________________________
City:________________________ Prov._______________ Postal Code__________________
Chapter_____________
# Adults_____
FCRV Membership #_______________
# Teens_____
# Youth (0-5)____
(6-9)
____
(10-12)_____
Handicapped parking required:__________________
If you are the additional family in a unit, provide the primary family name:_____________________________
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HEAR YE … HEAR YE
Registration forms are available on OPA FCRV website.
July 7, 2014 - July 11, 2014
August 29, 2014 - September 1, 2014
MOONLIGHT IN VERMONT Campvention 2014:
Champlain Valley Exposition Center at Essex
Junction, Vermont; camping fee with water &
electricity is $275; Friday, July 4 & Saturday
July 5 are early days with camping fee of $25
per night, payable at the gate.
FALL OPA Circle of Friends on Safari
hosted by Meandering Mohawks, at Fergus;
skating, swimming, entertainment, pork on a
bun, optional tours; pre-registration $30 Aug 1,
($35 at gate), activity fee $105, cheques payable to 2014 Fall OPA & sent to J Keenleyside,
420 Tuck Dr., Burlington ON, L7L 2R3
August 1, 2014 - August 4, 2014
September 12, 2014 - September 14, 2014
CORN COBB hosted by Ontario Fire Flies
at Rideau Acres, 1014 Cunningham Rd., Kingston, ON Pre-registration $10 ($15 at gate);
camping fee $70; cheque payable to Ontario
Fire Flies & send to Roy Kemsley, 68 Hwy 33,
Trenton, ON K8V 5P6
40+ YEARS OF ECHO
Rideau Acres Kingston, 1014 Cunningham
Road, Kingston, Ont, K7L 4V3 (800-958-5830)
off Hwy 15, 1 mile North of 401 (exit 623)
August 10, 2014 - August 15, 2014
REGIONAL CAMPOUT
at NET CAMPING RESORT, Pelham Ontario
See page 9 in this newsletter for more information.
September, 2014 - September 7, 2014
FALL HARVEST
Hosted by Seaway Valley Kamping Kangaroos ;
Island Park in Alexandria, Ontario; $10 Preregistration before August 25 sent to Ann Vachon, Box 585, North Lancaster, ON. KOC 1Z0
613-347-2837 e-mail: jpavachon@sympatico.ca
($15 at gate), weekend cost $50; dress like a
farmer
Highlights: Pea Soup 6 p.m. on Friday, Contest
for best Scarecrow, Saturday supper (Beef Stew
served with sides of vegetables, potatoes & salads, Tea, Coffee, dessert, $ 15/adults, $ 30
max./families) & dance; Hot Dog Lunch, Sunday
August 15, 2014 - August 17, 2014
WESTERN CAMPOUT
Hosted by Sarnia 4T’s; Brigden Fairgrounds,
2976 Brigden Sdrd (10 km south) of Sarnia on
hwy 80; $20 Pre-registration ($25 at gate), $45
camping fee; cheque payable to WESTERN
CAMPOUT; send to Western Campout, 1102
Indian Rd., N, Sarnia ON N7V4C5
MOTORHOME FOR SALE…
FOR SALE – 2006 BIGFOOT 30’ MOTORHOME (SERIES 3,000), CLASS
C Excellent condition One owner, LOW mileage (15,600 km.) Canadian
Made. TONS of outside storage, including a garage compartment (that
will hold a golf cart)
New engine battery April 2014
Contact Darlene Wiltsie 519-822-8175 (Guelph) after 5:00 p.m.
REDUCED PRICE $54,000
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TICK TALK — DASAT
The article was written by Marilyn Rausch, our National DASAT Director. This is information that is
very important as we are all exposed to areas where ticks reside and we need to be aware of this
danger. Some of our members have had this disease and we hope this knowledge will help prevent
others from becoming infected.
Faye and Terry Swanburg, Ontario DASAT Directors
Many are looking forward to our first Campvention in Vermont, but there is something to be concerned about. Lyme Disease is a tick-born disease that is endemic in certain states, Vermont
included.
Lyme Disease is a bacterial infection that involves fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin
rash called erythema migrans. If left untreated, infection can spread to joints, the heart, and the
nervous system.
Lyme disease is diagnosed based on symptoms, physical findings (e.g., rash), and the possibility of
exposure to infected ticks; laboratory testing is helpful if used correctly and performed with validated
methods, but can be misleading.
Most cases of Lyme disease can be treated successfully with a few weeks of antibiotics if taken
early enough. The infection occurs in stages, and the earlier the treatment is begun the more possible a cure can be achieved. Many of the early symptoms may go away without
treatment, but that leaves possible long-term complications to develop later.
In the earliest localized stages (3-30 days after a tick bite), there may be a red
“bulls eye” type rash that begins small but can become as large as 12 inches
across. It is not painful, but may feel warm to the touch. This rash may be accompanied with fatigue, chills, fever, headache, muscle and joint aches and
swollen lymph nodes.
In early disseminated stage (days to weeks post-tick bite), the untreated infection
may spread to other parts of the body with symptoms that may come and go.
They may include other Erythema migrans rashes, Bell’s palsy (weakness on
one or both sides of the face), headaches and neck stiffness, pain in the large
joints, shooting pains, heart palpitations. Again, these symptoms may go away without treatment.
Late disseminated stage (months to years after the bite) may occur in untreated cases. The large
joints (knees, hips) are most often affected. Even with treatment, some people develop lingering
symptoms of muscle and joint pains, thought defects, sleep disturbance or fatigue, the Posttreatment Lyme Disease syndrome.
Obviously, preventing tick bites is the prime way of preventing Lyme Disease. Ticks move relatively
slowly and do not fly. However, they live in wooded and bushy areas and can jump onto persons or
pets that get close enough. Therefore, avoid areas with high grass and leaf litter, and walk in the
center of hiking trails.
If outdoors, use repellants that contain 20-30% DEET on exposed skin and clothing, repeating every
several hours. (Parents should apply the product on children, avoiding hands, eyes and mouth).
On clothing, use products that contain the chemical permethrin. Treat clothing, boots and shoes,
socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin (protection remains through several
washings).
Bathe or shower as soon as possible after coming indoors (within 2 hours if possible) to wash off
and more easily find ticks that are crawling on you.
If you have been in a tick-infested area, conduct a full-body tick check, using a hand-held mirror.
Parents should check their children. Include under the arms, in and around the ears, inside the belly
button, behind the knees, between the legs, around the waist and in the hair. (Ticks will migrate to
warmer areas of the body.)
Check also any gear that has been used and any pets, to eliminate ticks that may later attach to you.
Tumble clothes in a dryer on high heat for about an hour to kill any remaining ticks.
Continued on page 19.
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TICK TALK — DASAT
Continued from page 18.
How to remove a tick: Use a fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin’s surface as
possible. Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Don’t twist or jerk the tick. A small amount of
flesh may pull out with the tick… that is okay. Thoroughly clean the bite area and your hands with
rubbing alcohol or soap and water. Avoid applying nail polish, petroleum jelly or heat to the tick to
make it detach from the skin.
If you develop a rash or fever within several weeks of removing a tick, contact your doctor as soon
as possible, and report your tick bite, time, and where you were when bitten. In most cases, a tick
must be attached to the skin for 36 -48 hours or more before the bacteria is transmitted to the person.
The tick that carries Lyme Disease is the immature stage of the deer tick. It is very small (about
2 mm) and may be difficult to see. Bites most often occur in the spring and summer months.
Lyme disease is not transmitted from person-toperson or from pet-to-person, though people and
pets can carry the tick to another person. It is not
transmitted through eating game meat, but to be
cautious, such meat should be thoroughly cooked.
There is no evidence that Lyme Disease can be transmitted through air, food, water or the bites of
mosquitoes, fleas, flies or lice.
Pets can get Lyme Disease. Dogs are very susceptible to tick bites and tick-borne diseases. Vaccines are not available for many of the diseases, and they don’t keep the dog from bringing ticks into
your home. Again, prevention is the best avoidance of the diseases.
If pets are outdoors, check them for ticks daily. Remove found ticks immediately. Have the veterinarian conduct a tick check at each exam. Reduce the tick “habitat” in your yard. Discuss tick preventives on your pets with the veterinarian. (Cats are extremely sensitive to many chemicals, so
don’t use OTC preparations without consulting with your veterinarian.)
The chance that you might get Lyme disease from a tick bite depends on the type of tick, where you
acquired it, and how long it was attached to you. This is why it is so important to check yourself
daily and remove any ticks promptly. If any symptoms develop (rash, fever, body aches, facial
weakness, arthritis), see your doctor at once, since early treatment is the best chance for preventing
later complications.
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Retirees was a great campout AGAIN and the best bargain for your money. We all
came home a few pounds heavier and not just our units from the bargains in the
local stores.
Pat and Bob Nelson, with their team, did an amazing job! They have agreed to
spearhead next year’s Retirees campout but NEED YOUR HELP. There are jobs of all sizes some for teams and some for couples/individuals. Lots of people are willing to help but need ONE
person to step up to the plate and be the leader. Please consider this and contact Pat & Bob at nelsonr00@rogers.com
Seventy-eight units with 148 people attended the Retirees rally. 148 dinners were served, 144 lunch
and 140 breakfast. There were five people from the US, among whom were the International Retiree
King and Queen, Dick and Kathy Buresh - all the way from Texas. As well, we had the 2006 King
and Queen, Bob and Nancy, from Michigan. They encouraged us to attend the 44th Retiree Rally in
Tallahassee, Florida March 24—29, 2015 with early days March 20—23. Look for more information
and registration form in Camping Today.
We were extremely well fed: lunch by Meandering Mohawks, BBQ by Norwich Volunteer Firefighters, a catered dinner, breakfast, hospitalities by Ausable River Nomads, Golden Wanderers, Windsor Hobos and the committee itself.
The OPP presented a seminar: “Ensuring Your Safety”. Seniors are a vulnerable age group for
scams, fraud, victimization and identity theft. Don’t be afraid to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or
email www.opp.ca Protect yourself by NOT giving out personal information over the phone. Don’t
invite door-to-door sales people into your home unless of course YOU have contacted them first. We
were warned about how persuasive and aggressive they can become. People have even fraudulently solicited funds for police and firefighters.
A variety of entertainment was provided.
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The games were popular activities including horseshoes, washer toss and the retiree Olympics.
Retiree Olympics
Next year’s Ontario Retiree Rally will be held at Norwich, Ontario, June 8-12, 2015 with Sunday June 9th an early day. Guidance is being asked for new topics for the seminar. What do
YOU want to know? Email Bob with your ideas.
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FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES - ESPECIALLY THE BIG KIDS
CANADA QUIZ
1. What is the name of Canada's spoof political party?
Hippopotamus party, Albertosaurus party, Rhinoceros party, Gopher party
2. A Calgary red-eye is...
An overnight flight from Calgary to Halifax, A tourist who has stayed up all night partying at the
Stampede, A drink of beer and tomato juice,
3. Which word for school supplies is unique to Canada?
Pencil crayon, Duo-Tang, Scribbler, All 3 of them
4. Which is not a level of amateur sports?
Mosquito, Bantam, Blackfly, Atom
5. A slang name for a piece of land promoted as having mining potential that is in fact
worthless...
Muskox tundra, Moose pasture, Caribou ground, Elk meadow
6. A slang name for a beer belly is...
Labatt muscle, Sleeman muscle, Kokanee muscle, Molson muscle
7. The revenge of the cradle is...
Tendency of babies to wake up at 4 a.m., Extremely high birthrate among French Canadians in
the 19th century, Retaliation by much younger lover dumped by older person, Cost of raising a
family
8. Newfoundland cake made from rice, pork and molasses is...
Lumpgut, Bangbelly, Thudpot, Heavytummy
9. How many Provinces and Territories are in Canada?
9,11,13,14
10. What is Canada's latest Territory?
North West territories, Nunavut, Allofit, Newfoundland
11. If you visit Atlantic Canada but are not from there, you're a?
Don’t-belong-here, Come-from-away, Come-in-on-the-tide, Wash-up-on-the-Shore
12. A New Brunswicker is a Herring ______?
Kisser, Catcher, Choker, Eater
13. Which was Canada's only female Prime Minister?
Alexa McDonough, Adrienne Clarkson, Kim Campbell, Flora McDonald
14. Where is Canada's highest waterfall located?
Henderson Lake BC, Della Falls BC, Carmanah Walbran Provincial Park BC
15. Which of these Alberta cities is divided between 2 provinces?
Leduc, Medicine Hat, Loydminster
16. Where in Manitoba is Canada's only seaport on Hudson Bay?
Churchill, Hubbart Point, Baldy Mountain
17. When did Canada adopt the Maple Leaf for its Canadian National flag?
1949, 1965, 1982
18. Mile 0 of the Trans-Canada Highway is situated in which Canadian city?
Hartland BC, Victoria BC, Summerside PEI, St. John’s NFLD
19. Where did the greatest one-day snowfall in Canada occur?
Quaqtaq Quebec, Burncoat Head Nova Scotia, Tahtsa BC
20. Where did Canada's oil industry start?
Oil Springs ON, Petrolia ON, Leduc Alberta, Taylor BC
See page 23 for answers.
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READING OPActions
Thought of the DAY
Some OPA members have opted to receive
their OPActions electronically. If you are on
dialup or slow connection for the internet,
you may still wish to receive your newsletter
by mail. Choose the method that works
best for your situation. Only YOU can decide that.
If you wish to view this newsletter online
OR wish to CHANGE your method of receiving your newsletter, please email
Wayne & Marilyn Rosenberger at
rosenberger44@gmail.com
to inform
them.
“People will forget what you said,
people will forget what you did, but
people will never forget how you
made them feel.”
(Maya Angelou)
O.P.A. WEBSITE
We have a new, easy to use website. Just
google opa fcrv or fcrv opa and it will appear as OPA-FCRV .
Please make sure that membership has
your correct address and correct email
address.
Marilyn & Wayne Rosenberger
3500 Chilligo Road, RR2, Breslau, Ontario
N0B 1M0
519-648-2017
It’s also a great place for YOU to let others
know what campouts you are organizing and
how they may join you. Registration forms
are also available through the website.
If for ANY REASON you do not wish to receive the OPAction, please let the Rosenbergers know.
If mistakes are made or changes are made
regarding dates, it’s a great place to let others know. Check the section: BULLETINS.
Please note that Diane Proper has a NEW
email address for the website only.
Please use it in future.
1. Rhinoceros party
2. A drink of beer & tomato juice
3. All of them
4. Blackfly
5. Moose pasture
6. Molson muscle
7. An extremely high birthrate among
French Canadians in 19th Century
8. Bangbelly,
9. 13
10. Nunavut
11. Come-from-away
12. Choker
13. Kim Campbell
14. Della Falls BC
15. Loydminster
16. Churchill
17. 1965
18. Victoria BC OR St. John’s NFLD
19. Tahtsa Lake BC
20. Oil Springs, ON
Contact Diane Proper at
diane@opa-fcrv.ca
CHAPTER NEWS
We welcome chapter news, and hope
you will send pictures and
descriptions of your camping
experiences to share with others.
Please email written material as WORD
documents.
Upcoming Meeting
DEADLINES FOR PUBLICATION ARE:
March 4, June 14, August 16, November 10
O.P.A. VOTING DELEGATES MEETING
Sunday August 31, 2014
Spring OPA, Fergus ON
Meeting to start at 1:00 PM.
4opaction@gmail.com
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