Hammock Happenings

Welcome

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.pdf

2023 Ribbon Count by Total Points.pdf

To 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.

June

July

August

September

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

Every Monday at 9:00 am join others at the tennis courts and learn the newest craze - Pickleball

All ages and skill levels welcome. Participants are asked to bring their own paddle and balls.

Standard Pickleball rules will be followed.

There is the possibility of end of year tournament.

Equipment can be purchased at Canadian Tire or Amazon.

Bring lots of water, your sunglasses and most importantly - A FUN ATTITUDE!

For more information

See Wendy McGregor at Site 94

TRIVIA CHALLENGE

STARTING JUNE 15TH

BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIR AND JOIN US EVERY THURSDAY EVENING AT THE GAMES ROOM AND TEST YOUR TRIVIA KNOWLEDGE. THE TRIVIA CHALLENGE STARTS AT 6:30 PM SHARP.

TEAMS CONSIST OF 1-6 PLAYERS

NO AGE RESTRICTION - BUT GEARED TOWARDS ADULT QUESTIONS.

LEARN TO PLAY MAH JONGG

STARTING JULY 5

Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world.

Every Wednesday afternoon starting July 5th from

1 - 3:30 at site 126

Registration at the office.

Maximum of 8 players each day

For more information ~ See Carole at Site 78

LEARN TO PLAY SAMBA

Learn to play SAMBA (not the dance!) at the Pool Games Room, Monday evenings at 6 p.m. Everything is provided for this new card game but bring a chair.

For more information see Lee Ann Lambe ~ Site 85

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.

Let Elva Harris ~ Site 81 know the Sunday before if you're interested in attending so reservations can be made. Elva can be emailed by clicking button below.

Restaurants

July 4 ~ Theo's - 214 Memorial Ave.

July 11 ~ State & Main - 321 Monarch Dr.

July 18 ~ Tailwinds - 3449 Airport Road

July 25 ~ Lake Country - 425 West St. & Fittons

August 1 ~ Bayside Restaurant- 500 Atherley Rd

August 8 ~ Brewery Bay - 177 Mississauga St E

August 15 ~ Timmys- West Street

August 22 ~ Koi Sushi - 660 Atherley Road

August 29 ~ Colborne Chinese Buffet - Colborne Street

Email Elva

FISHING DERBY

DERBY CLOSES AUGUST 27TH

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: