Fresh Air

The air at Outdoor World RV Park is still fresh and clean and pure, away from all the smoke of the recent and ongoing fires. I look forward to driving up this Friday for my usual weekend in the mountains. How often do you think 'I can't wait to leave San Diego'? Should be a good weekend for a hike to the backcountry. Warm days, a campfire at night, snuggle under the quilts to sleep.

Wildfire Musings

We are all praying for the wind to die and for rain. It is a terrible and scary thing when your world is out-of-control. Our eleven year old has been worried since the fires started. "what would we do if ...." is the common question. And 'can WE die of smoke' [being in the middle of San Diego]. So what we decided is to make a plan. If X happens, then we will do this. If Y happens, then we will do that. Tell me, what plans you have made and if you shared them with your children.

All the while, Dimitri is up at the park keeping things together in the high winds. But what can one do against the winds, sometimes clocking 80mph. The park shows signs of the high winds with a huge tree uprooting between the space 7 & 8 but missing any vital thing. The west fence blew over close to the pool as it was not cemented in and and only intended to be temporary. Of course many branches and leaves have been strewn over the park. We are not complaining! Oh, no! We feel blessed that the fires have not started East of us. Dimitri put the generator for the store but the balance of the park has no electricity. If it is like four years ago, we will be without electricity for several days. Judging from the news reports a lot of the major lines and relay stations have burned. Tell me, what would you do if you had no electricity [or TV, no computer, no telephones for several days?


I would be interested in your opinions. Tell me.......

Wildfires

Here is a copy of our email to Friends of Outdoor World that we sent yesterday. If you are not on our mailing list, go to the first page of our www.outdoorworldretreat.com and put your email into the system.

October 22, 2007 News & Comments by Sharon

Hello Friends of Outdoor World:
Fires seem to be all West of Boulevard area and the wind is blowing West. There is no electricity at the Park and no phone service. We have been in touch with Sheriff Judy and other than high winds at the park and no electricity, all is well. If you are concerned about your rigs you may call us on our cell-phones and we will tell you our current information. Dimitri is 619-992-1569 and Sharon is 619-818-8575. There is a high wind warning from Alpine to Imperial County line right now so travel is not advised for high profile vehicles.

The Goal of Retreat

Here lies Mark Butler, summer visitor for the last 4 years, whose parents used to come up for the summer, you could say second generation. What does he like the most? "Great weather, stress reduction, peaceful, good summers!'

Day Retreat $25

When was the last time you had a personal getaway that gave you time to just be?

Perhaps you need the silence
Perhaps you want to breathe fresh air
Perhaps you have to kick back and relax
Perhaps you can find a hammock

Outdoor World Retreat is a quiet, beautiful natural setting in the San Diego mountains, covered with mature oak trees, jumbo rocks to climb, hills to hike, hot spa and pool. An eighth of the land is a campground, the other seven eighths is wild country!
Unstructured
Uncluttered
Unfettered

Possibilities:
Arrive in the early morning
Take a nature hike 1-2 hours
Go for a swim 1-2 hours
Walk through the labyrinth 1-2 hours
Eat your picnic under a 300 year old Oak tree 1 hour
Soak in the hot spa 1 hour
Find a hammock for a snooze 2 hours


37133 Highway 94, Boulevard, CA 91905 [From San Diego, take 8 East to exit 65, Boulevard/Manzanita, turn RIGHT, ½ mile to Old Hwy 80/Hwy 94 turn RIGHT, follow Hwy 94 for 3.5 miles to Outdoor World Retreat sign on LEFT, turn LEFT ½ mile up on left] Check in at office.

Go out and PLAY on the 160 acre playground!

Wildlife and Wilddeath!

Ronnie Golden wins the August Photo contest with this photo of a hawk eating the rabbit it just caught. Good job, Ronnie. This one is the last in Ronnie's series of the hawk catching and keeping the rabbit.





There are unlimited subjects for photos at Outdoor World Retreat. Nature in it's beauty. Have you considered doing a photo safari?

Labor Day Fun!

How beautiful is our Southern California Desert! Off road treks take adventurers out to new areas. Thrilling, challenging, a bit of danger. Cool drink at the end of the ride. Watch the others climb. Who does it well? Can you do it better?
Thank you Ronnie and Jenne Golden for the photo

Winning Photo

Maureen Croak, age 14, captured several elements that make Outdoor World RV Park a unique experience. Awesome oak trees, some are over 400 years old! Hills to climb. Wild animals! Nice job, Maureen.

Celebration Continues!

And crazy FUN!
And Dancing!
And there was swimming!

Fiesta Celebration of Pool Opening!

Along with the pool opening, Outdoor World hosted a celebration party for all of our guests. Armando and family from Salsa Lynda did an excellent job at the grills.

At Last!!!!!!!

The culmination of

five years in planning
four years in doing
three contractors by the wayside
two time three extremely worn-out workers
one very worn-out Dimitri

Weird Fun!

Mark Hulsey nearly crashed himself! Check this out!

Fences In!

Dimitri and crews have been working daylight to dark. The fences are in, poolhouse nearly finished, entryway gets a lock today, handicapped parking [a requirement] was poured today. Hopefully, final health inspection by Friday, then plaster the brush the walls for a few days, then jump in!

The Secret is OUT!

Plan Ahead for the 2008!

"I wanted to say my family And I really enjoyed our stay. We regret having to leave early do to a job change on my part. Hope to see you next year....." Christina Toten

Comments like these are being heard again and again. While every site has it's own special charm, many people get attached to 'their' site. Booking early is a good idea.

We are trying to make this the best and most affordable RV Park in San Diego County.

We'd be interested in your comments.

Decks done!

Fence is happening. Next, the tilers have to put in the right step tiles. Then plaster. Then water. [Then ADA parking space at entrance.] Then final inspection.
Then jump in!

Down but not out!

Cat tried to climb the 'tree' to catch the bird and knocked my volunteer sunflower down. But check it out!

The Truth about a Registered Sex Offender...

"What do you think about this story?"


"July 28, 2007


The Truth about a Registered Sex Offender & the Circumstances of his Case……

1. We are helping Mr. H. to move and he will be out within a few days
2. We found out about this when we received a call from an angry girlfriend of Mr. H.
3. We asked Mr. H. to tell us what the circumstances were and here is his story:

30 years ago, Mr. H, went to a beach party. He was just 20 years old and out for a good time with his friends. During those days, most people who went to beach parties went to drink and have sex if they could. He says that his friend said she was 18. So they were kissing and rolling in the sand when the police came. And arrested everyone. And then found out she was under 14. What we do know is that people who were at these parties expected beer and sex. She did not press charges but he did break the law. What we don’t know is about the others, whether there were more underage kids, if others were charged with similar charges.

Yes, what Mr. H did was against the law, he did plead guilty, and was on probation.

No. For 30 years there have been NO complaints. He did marry, and have children and grandchildren.

Yes. We verified this information with a phone call to the officials and with our local sheriff.

Yes. We are concerned about the safety of OUR child as well about the safety of all children AND adults in our park. We assessed the risk and determined that while it looked safe, that we would watch out and be aware.
And we have, and there have been no problems.

We told Mr H. that he has to move and why. After being here for 8 years. After observing his very proper behavior. Do you know what he did when we told him? He said he understands economics, and then he cried.

The penalties being young and stupid. This is his story.

Sharon

PS. He has no money, lives on $700 disability and must find a tire for his trailer, and a 5th wheel truck to pull it, and the money for deposits wherever he is going. We are helping him and he will be out as soon as possible."

Tile is in!

Tile & Coping - Check it out! Drains and decks this week.

MudWorks! The Out of Ordinary Activity

At times, some mighty odd stuff happens. Like kids building their own playhouse using hybradobe, a mixture of wet and shredded newspapers, sand, cement, and water
hand patted over a wire armature. Keep your eyes out for progress!

Some Photo Contest Winners June 2007

By Jeanne Golden

Latest Fun by the Hamptons

Pool Progress

Coping & Tile to be put in the next few days. Getting closer to Grand Celebration!

Are Border Patrol Auxilliary Patriotic or What?

Recently there has been a lot of local activity of the Border Patrol Auxilliary group. They have been using the park as a gathering point for the last few weeks. A lot of them have also been staying very close by while they go to their assign monitoring spots. This weekend we expect a media blitz to cover their current activities. No one else at the park seems to mind their presence. Would like to know if any of our visitors have any comments about their presence or activities.

Anonymous said... We stayed in the park during this particular weekend and had no problems.The group was friendly and very quite as well as respectful of other campers. One "Border Patrol Auxilliary" stayed next to our campsite instead of with the larger group and we invited him over for happy hour. We were fascinated by his stories and exeriences as a Border Patrol Auxilliary.The next day we offered him hot coffee and he shared with us his "findings" while out on the midnight patrol.Our conversations led to the exchanging of our respective personal emailaddresses and we look forward to hearing from our new "friend".

11:37 AM
R.W.GOLDEN said... WHILE WE WERE THERE THIS SUMMER, THERE WAS A BORDER PATROL AUXILLIARY STAYING IN A SPACE ACROSS FROM US. EXCEPT FOR THE FACT THAT WE WONDERED WHY HE WAS PARKING AWAY FROM HIS TRAILER. WE DID NOT EVER SEE HIM. WE SUPPORT THEM IN THEIR ACTIONS.
1:40 PM

Anonymous said... I thank God for each and every one of you.
This is the spirit that made America great. We have erred in that we forgot that we must continue to fight to keep what our forefathers gained. Many fought even unto death.
Tennessee loves you and we are grateful for what you are doing.
6:47 AM

Anonymous said... Love what you do, Keep it up. Keep us free.
5:25 PM

Anonymous said... We were looking at your blog after seeing a workamper ad. We would view this as a negative aspect of the park. Thanks for the opportunity to comment.

9:35 AM
Anonymous said... We too are looking at your website and blog after seeing a workamper ad, and would also view the support of Border Patrol Auxilliary activities as a very negative aspect of your park. I really would not want to have to listen to anyone talk about their activities; do not approve of what they're doing. Glad you give the opportunity to comment.

2:07 PM
Anonymous said... We have no problem with the Border Patrol Auxilliary being in/near your RV park. They are doing a service to our country.
We have visited your park briefly, and will be spending our first weekend there this weekend (3/10/07) and can't wait. Your RV park is really nice.

6:37 PM
Floyd Beatty said... I had some negative ideas about the Border Patrol Auxilliary at first and after getting to know these men and women, I find them just regular people who care deeply about a problem and involve themselves in a solution at great time and expense. I'm glad they are here!

6:48 AM
Anonymous said... My wife and I have been thinking about visiting this RV Park for the first time this weekend. After reading these blogs about the Border Patrol Auxilliary staying here, we will DEFINITELY come visit over the next 2 days! THANK YOU Minutemen for trying to protect our country while our own government (Both Republicans and Democrats) does nothing but incentivize illegals to break our laws and illegally cross the border and then reward them with free medical care, free education and even welfare! And to add insult to injury, the LONGER an illegal has broken our laws the better chance we will grant them amnesty! We live in an Upside-Down, illogically-thinking country.When we visit this weekend, I hope my RV site is surrounded by Border Patrol Auxilliary! They are the TRUE American heros.

11:07 AM
Recently there has been a lot of local activity of the Border Patrol Auxilliary group. They have been using the park as a gathering point for the last few weeks. A lot of them have also been staying very close by while they go to their assign monitoring spots.This weekend we expect a media blitz to cover their current activities. No one else at the park seems to mind their presence.Would like to know if any of our visitors have any comments about their presence or activities. posted by Sharon & Dimitri at 8:11 AM on Oct 14, 2005
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Cart Trails

People are saying that the new cart tracks cut in the back are somewhat challenging. What do you think? And what do you drive?

Permits signed!

Hey, after a mere 4 years in attempts at the pool, we have good news. They were signed in on Friday. Inspection is to be coming today, Tuesday, and then if all goes well the gunnite will be shot this week. Then we countdown the days to jumping in!

Bunkhouses

After many inquiries, we decided to bite the bullet! And create a bunkhouse. It will be for up to eight people, bringing their sleeping bags and cooking at the outside kitchen. Restrooms and hot showers nearby. If for a group of friends, they all have to know each other's habits - might have to bring earplugs to block the personal nighttime sounds. This would be the ideal setting for people to come camping who have no trailers. We are thinking scouts, friends, youth groups, good friends, small groups for retreat like small companies or women's groups, really good friends.

This is the first of several that will become a old western town It is exciting to create something from nothing. Hopefully, ready in three weeks.

PSST someone saw a pair of lynxes run across a site close to the bunkhouse. I

Pool Update

As of this morning, folks, the holdup at the County has been resolved. The next step is a couple of over the counter signatures, that will be done on Monday. Then Tuesday we call for inspection! Then the gunniters [is that a word] will be up this week to have a blast! We will be seeing real progress.

Of course there are soooo many details. Like concreting, and fencing, and plastering, and pump equipment housing. All in the final phases just awaiting their time.

Another change

The county in it's infinite wisdom has required something new and so....we wait. More info when I get it!

Weather

The great motivator Today it was 80 degrees, a beautiful summer day. Probably we will see some cooler May days - and June days. It was, however, absolutely perfect sitting around in the shade.

Permits

One last little change and the County Permit will be completed. Then the inspection will be called immediately, the GUNNITE! Moving forward.

Happenings 2007

Well, the cart/hiking trail has been cut out of the back country at Outdoor World. We now have a loop that goes up the center of the property to the northern fenceline and turn West, toward the ocean, high country views, and down into the Stargazing Plateau, then East parelling the campground. Again proceeding North toward the fenceline and turn East toward the back property line, follow the track on down to the back riverbed, then up around the hill and grove of oak trees, bypassing the brickhouse private encampment, over to the road and back to the main Park. It will flow in a figure eight and we have ordered directional signs to keep everyone going a single direction. Should be fun!

Swimming Pool - Goal by Memorial Day

Pool Progress:

Last week, the diggers were out and dug the holes for the pool and spa. Yipee!

[After three hard years, a couple of low-down, underhanded, pool contractors, the County permit process!]

Today, the plumbers are putting in the lines for pumps and filters.