Childrens' activities Deep sea world Cinema

http://www.deepseaworld.com/default.asp?css=1
Just a couple of miles south of the holiday cottage at North Queensferry.

http://www.odeon.co.uk/fanatic/film_times/s87/Dunfermline/
Just 5 miles north of us.
Great wet day activities


Nature spotting like this green shield bug.
See all posts on birds, insects, tree, animals, etc. on this &
http://www.holiday-cottage-edinburgh.blogspot.com/





Camping Kids Activities eHow.com

Reviews and google listings guardian

http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/place?cid=9055290237137983850&q=dales+farm+cottage+fife&gl=uk&view=feature&mcsrc=web_references&num=10&start=0&ved=0CIMBELUF&sa=X&ei=FsQsTeT8L8XPjgf2paEL

Where to go wilder in Britain Travel guardian.co.uk

Ammendment to Dixe's article -
There are no "ready erected" tents, there is a possibility of putting a 3 man tent up for you to hire, with advance notice.

Also the wood kits are currently £5, still a real treat and bargain.

Haitians urgently need more tents

This is from the The Augusta Chronicle Jan 25, 2010.

Haiti's prime minister, Jean-Max Bellerive, said his country needs at least 200,000 tents to provide shelter to those left homeless by the earthquake.

President Rene Preval's government said the need for tents was dire because the first rainy season begins in about 10 days. See article here.

Wyclef Jean has asked the Obama administration to rush more than 100,000 tents to Haiti so Yele can start building makeshift cities outside the capital to house the sick and the dying.
"Port-au-Prince is a morgue," Jean said, as images of the quake-ruined city flashed on a screen at a press conference yesterday. This quote is from nydailynews.com

While we must and should live and appreciate our lives, let us show love to others.

Why not donate our tents and equipment to Haiti ! You know you want a new tent, so buy a new tent and stimulate yourself and the economy.

The Camping Consultants

Take a warm weather trip to Las Vegas – there’s more than gambling to keep you busy

The holidays are behind us and if you’re like me, you’re thinking about camping already. And for those of us who live in the colder areas of the nation, and aren’t able to leave on long RV trips, now is the time to make reservations for the summer months. But for those who are lucky enough to be able to get away in the rig now, winter camping in Snowbird areas is a great way to enjoy your RV.

While Texas, Florida and Arizona are popular winter getaways for RVers, there are other areas that offer the warm winter sun and adventures. One area that you may want to consider is Las Vegas. There’s much more to do than just gamble, and the RV parks are waiting!

Whether it’s soaking in the warm winter sun, enjoying golf or visiting the casino, there are RV parks that can accommodate your motorhome or travel trailer, and they have other amenities to add to your visit.

• Las Vegas RV Resort, Las Vegas – This park offers a mountain view and is just minutes from the casinos, gaming and entertainment of “The Strip” in Las Vegas. There’s also bowling and shopping nearby, as well as numerous restaurants. While at the park, amenities include a swimming pool and spa, a clubhouse, exercise and fitness machines. The park offers guests free WiFi, laundry, planned activities, miniature golf and chapel service. The park has more than 400 sites, all with 30 and 50-amp connections. There are also two Laundromats.
• Las Vegas KOA at Circus Circus, Las Vegas – Enjoy the famous Las Vegas Strip from one of these 400 sites. The park also offers rentals in its Airstream travel trailers that sleep up to four and just walking distance from the Strip. Whether you bring your own RV or rent an Airstream from the park, you can enjoy Circus Circus’ indoor theme park (Adventuredome), a midway with daily circus acts, swimming pool and spa. For those who want to see the sites, day trips can be made Hoover Dam, Valley of Fire State Park or Mount Charleston. On site amenities an espresso bar, a dog park, a dog run and free Wi-Fi service.
• Terrible’s Lakeside Casino & RV Park, Pahrump, NV – Just about 60 miles from Las Vegas, this park offers video and slot machines on site, with nature at your door. The park offers a heated swimming pool and hot tub, kayaks, peddle boats, fishing, a nine-hole Frisbee golf and horseshoes. There’s also a lake lagoon and sandy beach. The park offers 160 sites.
  

So, if you can get away for some winter camping and enjoy Vegas or would like to visit, hook up your RV and head west. Vegas is calling!

Haitian Evacuation to Tent City

photo:Julie Remy  

According to the Associated Press the Haitian Government is preparing for large tent camps on the out skirts of the capital Port-Au-Prince.   

As a camper, I'm happy to see that the Haitian government has finally begun preparation for the evacuation of its people to a formal tent camp.  

This cannot come soon enough, We believe that providing tents and equipment will give temporary shelter and protection from the elements. That is essential, in providing a sense of being and belief that a brighter future may one day be in sight.

Let's pray that we can expedite the food and medicine to these grief stricken people. 

The Camping Consultants

Devastation in Haiti

photo from Carolyn Cole/LA Times

We would like to offer our condolences to the families and victims of Haiti. What the experience has been like for those who are survivors of this tragedy, one can only begin to imagine. Our prayers are with you. Watching the devastation and loss of life is horrifying to view. This puts into perspective that the little that we think we have is really an awful lot.

We are truly blessed. This is one cause that deserves our support.

The Camping Consultants