solopaddler Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 A much more civilized drive than usual. Quiet country roads, pastoral vistas and little traffic made getting there very relaxing. Our first view of Huron brought some excited chatter from the back seat. The oasis for our weekend getaway was incredibly private, the driveway being a small preview. Old weathered plank floors, perfect for wet sandy feet and decor that matched. Right on the beach, it was perfect... The beach, private and dog friendly was amazing. Kids and pooch were in their glory. <iframe width="420" height="345" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/RGvO66rI3as" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Friends joined us and a perfect golden day blended seamlessly into a star filled night, campfire on the beach, and lots of sticky marshmallow covered faces. Everyone was beat, including the pooch. Saturday was special, it was my little girls 8th birthday. The kids took great pleasure in decorating the cake. My young daughter is growing up way too fast... <iframe width="420" height="345" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/DmHV0qqaTYk" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Later that evening we trekked over to Kincardine. Every Saturday night during the summer the pipe band has a parade through town. Great fun. <iframe width="420" height="345" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/3uhnN3IL0Dg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> It was a great way to end the summer for everyone and a perfect way to celebrate my girls birthday. (MUCH more appealing than taking 12-15 squealing 8 year olds to Chucky Cheese ) 'Till next year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingsalmon Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 What no fish pics? Glad you had a relaxing time. I wish I could do the same right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbuck Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 And that is cottaging!!! Nice little spot!!! Quality family time is worth it's weight in gold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish4Eyes Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Looks like a blast Mike, glad you guys had fun! You mean to say you didn't even bring a fishing rod ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyb Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Wow....I think I feel a little more relaxed just reading that and looking at the pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctranter Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Looks like you had a nice trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Looked like a perfect time Mike! Can't believe how fast your kids are growing!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Is King Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 If you looked "Rest & Relaxation" up in the dictionary I'm sure you would see some of these pics! What a great spot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 My god, looks like a great time! And good on you for choosing this over Chucky Cheese! The world needs better parents these days, and looks like you got it all figured out ! Congrats to your daughter for an 8th b-day she won't soon forget!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 What a life you live Mike Good on you, and Happy Birthday to Riley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakerguy Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Looks like a nice little fun spot Mike Happy Birthday Riley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo's girl Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 Happy Birthday Riley Thanks! It was a super fun weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 There used to be an awesome diving board on the pier in town there. Double decker thing. Lots a fun. Not sure if it's still there though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twocoda Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 (edited) im going to take a guess and say ....Lurgen Beach? or Point Clark area.....Happy BDay to your daughter...its a good thing she isnt growing as fast as Zoe Diving board has been gone since 2000 Edited September 2, 2011 by Twocoda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sconceptor Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 I know the side road you came down in the first pic, and have an idea where the cottage is.... damn'A, dogs allowed on the beaches in most of Kincardine area.....not like South or Port. I hate that about my new area. Sure I understand main beaches, but come on, cottage road beaches with limited access? At minimum allow dogs on beaches with leashes and poo and scoop rules! Nope everything up and down the coast in the new area is posted no dogs. Dogs love water, everything from the labs to the shih tzus, so it's a real shame by laws are put in place to restrict it! There's already by laws for leashes, and if you have a dog that might attack or be considered dangerous be respectful and use the leash and mussle! If you have a dog that's trained enough not to run up and down and potential scare people/kids, sure throw the stick out in the water and up and down the beach! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted September 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 What no fish pics? Stupid numbers of fish pic's will be posted later today. You mean to say you didn't even bring a fishing rod ? Not on this trip. That was made crystal clear to me before we left LOL! And good on you for choosing this over Chucky Cheese! No kidding eh? im going to take a guess and say ....Lurgen Beach? or Point Clark area..... Close, very close,Bruce Beach. I know the side road you came down in the first pic, and have an idea where the cottage is.... damn'A, dogs allowed on the beaches in most of Kincardine area.....not like South or Port. I hate that about my new area. Sure I understand main beaches, but come on, cottage road beaches with limited access? At minimum allow dogs on beaches with leashes and poo and scoop rules! Nope everything up and down the coast in the new area is posted no dogs. Dogs love water, everything from the labs to the shih tzus, so it's a real shame by laws are put in place to restrict it! There's already by laws for leashes, and if you have a dog that might attack or be considered dangerous be respectful and use the leash and mussle! If you have a dog that's trained enough not to run up and down and potential scare people/kids, sure throw the stick out in the water and up and down the beach! Well to be truthful I believe dogs are supposed to be leashed on that beach. Everyone else walking on the beach with dogs had theirs leashed. But our dog never strays, always stays close. No way was I going to tie her up unless I was forced to. Went for an 8km run on the beach Saturday morning and she stayed right by my side the entire time. As a somewhat new dog owner I've found many of the dog related bylaws to be incredibly frustrating. My dog needs to run off leash every day, she's a high energy breed. If she doesn't, well let's just say she's a different dog. There's virtually nowhere close to where I live where she can run. Closest place is a 20 min drive and I'm bringing her there almost every day. Unfortunately responsible dog owners are paying the price for a few bad apples. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehg Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 Old weathered plank floors, perfect for wet sandy feet and decor that matched. Right on the beach, it was perfect... Friends joined us and a perfect golden day blended seamlessly into a star filled night, campfire on the beach, and lots of sticky marshmallow covered faces. Another great report Mike! Even though there was no fish the the quotes above show how you were inspired by taking your family out again to the great Ontario outdoors. Thanks for the efforts of sharing this great experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnsled Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 All about balance and some give and take. Looks like a great family week Mike, thanks for the report. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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