Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Lake House View - Branson Gathering


Above you will find two views from the lake house where the Baker/ Bower family gathering will commence in just two weeks' time. From what we know, there will be various family members coming and going during the time we're at the lake house, e.g., the KC and Michigan Bowers are arriving on Friday and leaving on Sunday.

Here are some important things you might want to know.

1) Due to record breaking rains in the Ozarks region this past spring, the lake is 14 feet above its normal level. This means that the beach that once was below the house is no longer there. The good news is that a public area is nearby. It should be noted that many Ozarks lakes have rocky bottoms, so appropriate footwear is in order.

2) Bring insect repellant. The mosquito population, while normally pretty low, is now likely to be higher due to all the rain.

Other important news:
  • Family / group meals are planned for evenings. Each family group can provide a contribution or two to the meal. A complete kitchen and large gas grill are available at the house.
  • Every group should make their own plans for breakfast and lunch, but a refrigerator/ stove/ microwave, etc. will be available at the lake house for those choosing to use them.
  • The lake house has two large decks and a hot tub overlooking Tablerock Lake -- very nice for visiting, eating, dining, card playing, singing, etc.
  • Bring games.
  • Brochures, information and maps of area attractions will be available. (Paul is collecting information on golf courses; Jennifer is planning shopping trips.)

Stay tuned to your email and this web site for more information.



3 comments:

Sarah Jean said...

We're already packing our bags! We can't wait to spend time together as a family!

Miriam said...

We are excited too! I'm curious to see what the girls will think of having so many people around all week.

Sarah Jean said...

I am really pumped. Golf in the morning, soccer in the afternoon, and beer at night. All the time with the lake at our beckon call for cooling off. I have been looking forward to this week for a while.