Scott and I were going "south" for the winter but the "south" is cold too. After talking to Bill and other neighbors about the ice storm, we know that we have a lot of cleanup at the park. Some of your favorite trees are just ruined! So, Scott has purchased a bucket truck to do our own work.....and he has bought a chipper, so that ought to take care of the trees and limbs.

The kitchen is being remodeled. We have some newer equipment and willl be ready for the Memorial Day festival. We are needing workers there. The small shower house will undergo a face lift. The roads need more gravel and smothed out, but only after the limbs are removed. Scott had marked the trees to be thinned out, but you know how the "hand of the Lord" works......he marked off some himself. So thankful to God for all he has done for us. We are putting up more lights in some of the dark walkways and other needed areas. Handicapped facilities are being put in or made more accessible for them nearer the stage. There will be a new look on the stage, but don't know now just what that will be. We have so many that are willing to help us. Scott thought maybe we could have a "work week" and you can come camp with us and draw a chore from the hat.

We are working hard to make it a beautiful festival and campground. Please bring your friends and neighbors. As last year....between festivals we will be jammin in the park every Friday and Saturday evenings. Come camp for the weekend and enjoy that. Scott wants to have some stage shows, so watch the web or call to see what is going on.

Bill and Mona have had a good winter so far with the exception of a cold or two. Bill was pretty sick during December. They are looking for another good year playing music. Call them to know the places 573-759-7716. They love to hear from you.

We really need helpers all during the summer. If you know of someone that would be willing to come camp and work or just sign up for a special talent that they have, please call Scott or Bessie at the park 573-759-3544. Can't wait for summer....it's going to be fun.

Ladies, I am excited about our 'QUILT SHOW' on Saturday of the festival. I will be sending out cards, e-mails, notices in papers, etc. to announce it and want you to register your entries. Whatever it might be.....one of grandma's quilts, one you have hand stitched, one of your favorites, one of the good 'ole antique patterns. We will display them, sell them, whatever you want to do. You may even set up a table and sell what you have. We will have tea and tea cakes. It will be an exciting time. I also need someone to coordinate this for me. Call me.

Thanks,

We love you all......Scott & Bessie Reeder

573-759--3544 or e-mail breeder46@yahoo.com