Blueberry Picking With Langfords

Last month we went blueberry & raspberry picking with the Langfords in Lynden. Why Lynden? Well, because they are cheaper then any other place around down were we live.
Here some photos I took at blueberry & raspberry farm.
We picked about 25lb of raspberry's and 55lb of blueberries, it might seem impressive but is nothing compared to the Langford 120lb of blueberry's they picked:)

Up Coming 2009 Father Son Retreat!!!


REGISTER NOW, REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO ~
MONDAY,
AUGUST 17 —11:59 p.m.



GUEST SPEAKERS:
Scott Brown & Son-in-Law, Peter Bradrick ~ Wake Forest, NC
Troy Hacking ~ Snohomish, WA
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SPEAKING SESSIONS:

A Father and Son Relationship Made in Heaven, Scott Brown
The Heart of the Battle, Scott Brown
How to Neutralize a Godly Legacy, Scott Brown
A Charge to Sons, Peter Bradrick
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NAVIGATION INSTRUCTION:
Troy Hacking – Homeschooling Father, Army Ranger School Graduate
Session I
Cardinal directions/degrees of the compass
The compass/how it works/how to read it
Basic map reading/map scale/measure distance
Pace count – what it is, how to determine it, how to measure it

Session II
Topographic Map reading
Terrain Features
Map Legends

about the retreat

Biblical Manhood, Leadership, Fatherhood, Sonship … God has a victorious plan for the father/son relationship – demonstrated in the very Godhead. He designed men to be the leaders in home, church, and society and the duty falls on fathers to prepare their sons for this crucial role. Share a spectacular time together learning crucial principles for Biblical sonship, fatherhood, manhood, & leadership. Also enjoy boating, swimming, hiking, group activities, stimulating camaraderie and more during this power-packed weekend.

  • DAILY SESSIONS PRESENTED BY SCOTT BROWN: Challenges and encouragements toward Godly manhood, Godly family relationships, and bold & Godly leadership in today’s dark world. (See below for speaker information)
  • FATHER/SON TEAMWORK ACTIVITIES: Bible Study project, Father/Son navigation project, and other relationship building activities
  • FATHER/SON TEAM COMPETITION:
    Land navigation course in the woods using compass & topography maps
  • GROUP GAMES & RELAYS: Organized Games & Relays, Navigation Instruction, Singing
  • MEALTIMES: Delicious food; Enriching fellowship with other Fathers & SonsGhormely Camp-Canoeing #3cr
  • FREE TIME FOR FATHER-SON TOGETHER ACTIVITIES:
    Outdoor:
    •Swimming* (available at designated times)
    •Hiking/biking trails
    •Sports field for games
    •Volley ball
    •Frisbee golf
    •Basket ball
    •Zip Line
    •Playground
    Indoor:
    •Pool
    •Foosball
    •Table tennis
    •Air hockey
    Paid Activities:
    •Canoeing and kayaking* (available at designated times ~ weather permitting)
    •High and Low Ropes course
    •Mountain Bikes—$5 per hour
    •Climbing—$10 per person
PRICES

  • Fathers: $130
  • Sons & Grandfathers: $110
  • Prices the same for both bunkhouse cabin and campsite registrations
WHAT TO BRING (ALL PARTICIPANTS):

•Sleeping bag, pillow, and other bedding (mattresses provided in cabins).
•Flashlight, toiletries, and towels.
•Sturdy shoes (no sandals) – some of our trails are rough and uneven.
•Durable all-weather clothing – the weather can be somewhat unpredictable.
•Warm clothes for mornings and evenings
•Mosquito repellent
•Bibles, pens & paper
•Hats & sunscreen
•Gear, as desired, for personal father/son free time activities: mountain bikes, kites, water gear, frisbees, ...
No tape/CD players, ipods, or music, please

Click Here to Register Online Now

I hope to see y'all there.

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Chickens Chickens Chickens!!!

Sorry every one I have not posted for a long time I have been vary busy.
For the past couple of months we have been working on a chicken coop, or should I say chicken Mansion.
This is what it looked like when we first moved here.
The first walls going up.

The roof.
And now the final touches:)

These are your laying hens (there 10 of them).
We got 5 Silver Laced Wyandottes and 5 Buff Orpingtons.
The broiler Chicks (we got 40, all Cornish Cross).
I am currently working on making two chicken tractors, I will post pictures soon hopefully.