Hammock Happenings
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Welcome to the Hammock Happenings Website. Summer is almost here and this is where you will discover the many activities taking place throughout the Park this season. Many events have been planned and we would love everyone to join in and have fun. If you have any ideas, suggestions, would like to volunteer to help with any event or if you know of any young camper in need of community service hours, please send an email.
PLEASE CHECK BACK REGULARLY FOR UPDATED EVENT INFORMATION
Ribbon Trophy - WINNERS
Throughout the summer campers were involved in a variety of events, earning ribbons for the Ribbon Trophy. This summer's winner - a repeat winner from last year is the Coulter/Gratton family from Site 5 with a FANTASTIC score of 80 points.
Congratulations to Jim, Laura, Huxley and Quinn on this wonderful achievement.
2023 Ribbon Count - by Site Number.pdf2023 Ribbon Count by Total Points.pdfTo read the current edition of the Hammock Highlights HERE
Calendar of Events
To view the entire calendar, click on the grey box in the top right corner of the calendar.
Click on the buttons below for more information on the planned events.
SUNSETS BY THE LAKE
Every Friday evening at sunset, come down to the dock and join your fellow campers to watch the spectacular sunsets over Lake Couchiching.
LEARN TO PLAY PICKLEBALL
STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION
TRIVIA CHALLENGE
LEARN TO PLAY MAH JONGG
Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world.
LEARN TO PLAY SAMBA
Learn to play SAMBA (not the dance!) at the Pool Games Room
LADIES LUNCHEON
EVERY TUESDAY IN JULY AND AUGUST
This event is open to any permanent or transient ladies who would like to spend an afternoon of fun, food and friendship with a group of fabulous ladies who enjoy having lunch at various restaurants in and around Orillia.
FISHING DERBY
Pike and pickerel (walleye) are now in season. Have your catch weighed at the Office to be in the running for a trophy at the end of the season. The categories include pike, pickerel, smallmouth and largemouth bass with 2 age levels:
15 years and under
over 15 years
Watch for one-day paid entry derbies over the summer with cash prizes for winners.
EVENT PHOTOS
JUNE 24,2023
CHRISTMAS IN JUNE
FUN WAS HAD BY ALL
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNER OF THE BEST DECORATED TRAILER ~ CAROLE , WAYNE & SHAUNA BOSHIER ~ SITE 78
JULY 1, 2023
JOYCE AND JOE MURLEY MEMORIAL CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT
THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO CAME OUT FOR THE TOURNAMENT. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS
FIRST PLACE - LEO & CATHERINE
RUNNERS UP - NATE & MIRANDA
CONGRATULATIONS TO WINNERS OF THE CHILDREN'S TOURNAMENT - BY DEFAULT
HUXLEY & QUINN - SITE 5
FIRST PLACE
LEO & CATHERINE
RUNNERS UP
NATE & MIRANDA
KIDS WINNERS
HUXLEY & QUINN
HALLOWEEN AT THE PARK
LOTS OF FUN WAS HAD BY ALL
CHILI COOK OFF - August 26
Saturday August 27th the Annual Chili Cook of was held by the pool area.
Chefs were provided with 2 pounds of ground beef and it was up to them to work their magic.
Nine different chilis were entered and EVERY SINGLE ONE was amazing.
THE WINNERS ARE
FIRST PLACE - Julie Shayda - Site 92
SECOND PLACE - Claire Kelly - Site 44
THIRD PLACE - David Chew - Site 141
Thank you to the chefs who entered their masterpieces.
Claire Kelly - Site 44
Adam Collins - Site 73
Mary Ann Barnes - Site 71
Julie Shayda - Site 92
Adrienne Davies - Office
Elva Harris - Site 81
David Chew - Site 141
Carole Boshier - Site 78
Tasha Orlik - Site 90
A big thank you to the volunteers who helped out
Carole Boshier
Dan Paul
Gary Coulter
Anne & Ian Jamieson
A special thank you to the sponsors:
Orillia's Wine Experience
Rymill Custom Signs & Apparel - Site 140
Gail Chunik
Adrienne Davis