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July 2016
Annual
Campground Listing
Day Trip to
Seminary Hill
Pg. 14
Pg. 29
Preparing for Family
Pictures Made Easy
Pg. 24
Family Adventures
in the Wilderness
Pg. 20
Pg. 23
Dishing the Dirt
on Tattling
Pg. 18
Pets Can
Travel Too
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Katia and Seth Hudson and siblings, Isabella,
Ian and Lua, of Centralia. Photo taken by Katia
Hudson Photography. Please see ad on page 7.
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Did You Know
— BBQ
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Reader Review
—Lizbeth Lou
Pg. 8
It's Your Birthday!
Pg. 10
Ear Infections
Pg. 11
Touch and
Feel Box Activity
Pg. 12
Silly Stories
Pg. 14
Campgrounds
Pg. 18
Pet Traveling
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Camping Adventure
Pg. 22
Balloon Puzzles
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Tattle Tale
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Preparing
for Family Pictures
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Teacher Feature
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Daily Dose of Fun
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Pictures of You
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Day Trip
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July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 3
July 4
July 10
All day, Centralia
Pancake breakfast, SWAT challenge, annual “I Ran From
the Cops,” free entertainment in the morning, hot dog lunch
and parade in the afternoon. In the evening, the fairgrounds
will host a destruction derby. Tickets go on sale at 5 p.m. and
the derby starts at 7 p.m. Fireworks begin at 10:30 p.m. The
fairgrounds open for free for the fireworks display. For more
information, please visit southwestwashingtonfair.net.
1:30 p.m., Claquato Church, Chehalis
Event features a live pie auction, entertainment and historical
speakers, candy scramble, pie-by-the-slice and more. For
more information, please call (360) 748-0831.
Summerfest
Fourth of July Festival
8 p.m. Vader
Activities will include patriotic songs and readings, games
and then fireworks at 10 p.m. For more information, please
visit vaderwa.org.
July 8
Arts and Craft Fair at Mineral School
10 a.m., Mineral School Gymnasium
Admission is free. See fine art made by local artisans from
Lewis County and the greater Cascade region, including
jewelry, pottery, paintings and more. For more information,
please visit mineral-school.org.
July 9
Toledo Cheese Days
All weekend, Toledo Middle School
Breakfast at the senior center, car show and then parade at 11
a.m. Other fun activities include a kids carnival, silent auction, raffle, arts and crafts, “Cheddar Challenge,” and more.
For more information, please visit toledolionsclub.org.
10th Annual Pioneer Pie Social
July 15
Music in the Park
7 p.m., Recreation Park, Chehalis
Free music event will begin with Bart “Hoss” Herigstad
followed by music featuring a tribute to John Denver. For
more information, please visit ci.chehalis.us.
July 16
Where the Wild Things Are
7 p.m., Morton Roxy
A production of the Kids Intensive Drama School. Tickets
are $9 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. For more
information, please visit mortonroxy.org.
Lakefair
All day, downtown Olympia
Activities through-out this weekend event include a car
show, live music, fireworks, food, Funtastic Carnival, parade
and more. For more information, please visit lakefair.org.
Napavine Funtime Festival
9:15 a.m., downtown Napavine
Event includes a community breakfast, lawnmower races,
parade and more. For more information, please visit
discoverlewiscounty.com.
July 23
Music on the Hill
10 a.m., Seminary Hill Natural Area, Centralia
Live music that will feature a variety of styles and
instruments. For more information, please call
(360) 266-0568 or visit cityofcentralia.com.
4 • July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family
July 23
Oregon Trail Days
10 a.m., Tenino City Park
Annual festival with parade, food, crafts and more. For
more information, please visit visitthurstoncounty.com.
July 29
Family Day at the Market
11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Downtown Chehalis
Enjoy a day of celebrating the fresh local harvest in our
community! Talk with local farmers, say hi to SWW
Family staff, register with POP (Power of Produce) and
more.
July 30
ChehalisFest
All day, downtown Chehalis
Activities include an art walk, historic walking tours,
kids’ activities, military vehicle display, pancake
breakfast at Lewis County Historical Museum, hot dog
lunch, scavenger hunt and more. For more information,
please visit chamberway.com.
Flavor & Fun
Community
Farmers Market
(Chehalis)
Where: Boistfort Ave.,
downtown Chehalis
When: Tuesdays,
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Through October 25
More Info:
communityfarmersmarket.net
Contact: (360) 740-1212
Centralia Farmers
Market
Where: Pearl and
Maple St., Centralia
(across from Police Department)
When: Fridays, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Through September
More Info:
lewiscountyfarmersmarket.org
Contact: (360) 985-0662
Tenino Farmers
Market
Vacation Bible
Schools
Centralia Community Church
(360) 736-7606, summersportsjam.com
July 18-22
Time: 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Theme: Sports Jam
SWWF
Where: Downtown
historic district, Tenino
When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Through September 24
More info:
teninofarmersmarket.org
Contact:
[email protected]
SWWF
July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 5
The word “barbecue” comes from the
Caribbean word “barbacoa.” A barbacoa
was actually the name of a wooden
structure used by Taino Indians to smoke
their food.
Some Korean BBQs are
built right into the table.
Burgers are the most popular meat
to barbecue. Other meats include
steak, hotdogs and chicken.
The number one holiday
for barbecuing is the
4th of July.
Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th President
of the United States, hosted the first
barbecue at the White House that
featured Texas-style barbecue ribs.
Hickory is the most popular
flavor of barbecue sauce.
The world’s largest barbecue pit is
in Texas and is 75 feet in length.
SWWF
6 • July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family
Reader Review
Lizbeth Lou Got a Rock in Her Shoe
Written by: Troy Howell
Illustrated by: Kathryn Carr
Published by: Ripple Grove Press
Intended for ages: 6 years to 10 years
This book is easy to read and follow. It is
an interesting story about a girl who tosses
a small rock that got stuck in her shoe.
Subtle humor is used as the pebble travels
around the park, annoying all who happen
upon it. The rock being described as big as
a boulder to the small ant and as small as a
seed to a nearby bird show different
perspectives. Where the rock ends up
created a smile for this reader and her
younger brood and also created discussion
about how we each affect each other with
our actions. Illustrations created with
hand-cut silhouettes are engaging and
interesting.
Reviewed by a family of word munchers, Salkum.
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Jaynee A. turns 9 on
July 25!
Charlee B. N. turns 8
on July 9!
Rilynn T. turns 8 on
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Jessica G. turns 9 on
July 22!
Quay J. turns 5
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Kaylie T. turns 6 on
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Easton F. turns 2 on
July 4!
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Martina S. turns 14 on
July 19!
Mckenzie A. turns 14
on July 4!
Sean M. turns 10 on
July 2!
Natalie C. turns 2 on
July 20!
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July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 9
Ear Infections
Few illnesses plague young children as
frequently as ear infections. In fact, research
suggests at least half of all children age one
or younger will experience an ear infection.
What is an ear
infection?
An ear infection is an abnormality in the appearance
or function of the ear. It may be the result of bacteria,
virus or injury to the ear. There are three primary kinds
of ear infections that may occur.
*Acute otitis media is an infection of the middle ear
with symptoms that include pain, redness of the eardrum, pus in the ear, and fever.
*Otitis media with effusion is a buildup of
fluid in the middle ear
without infection. This
type of ear infection is
more common than acute
otitis media and is often a
side effect of viral upper
respiratory infections or
allergies.
*Otitis externa is an
infection of the outer
ear canal and is commonly referred to as
“swimmer’s ear.”
What causes ear
infections?
A bacteria or a virus is the culprit behind many ear
infections. Bacteria or viruses can cause inflammation
in the ear, which may result in pain, redness and the
buildup of fluid.
The ear canal also can become blocked by fluid that
forms as a result of a cold or an allergic reaction. The eustachian tube is the part of the ear that connects from the
inside of the ear to the back of the throat. When clogged,
this tube cannot drain properly, much in the way the
nasal passages can become congested. In some instances, the fluid becomes infected. Sometimes it is the fluid
pushing on the eardrum that causes pain.
Symptoms of
an ear infection
Adults may be able to voice
their symptoms when an ear infection is present, but children
are more apt to offer physical
clues. If a child is exhibiting
any of the following behaviors, an ear infection may be
to blame:
* Difficulty sleeping
* Irritability
* Pulling or tugging at ears
* Loss of balance
* Fever
* Presence of fluid draining from
the ear
* Unresponsiveness to quiet sounds
If you suspect your child may have
an ear infection, a visit to their
pediatrician can diagnose and give
the proper treatment to get your
little one’s ears on their way
back to health.
SWWF
10 • July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family
Touch and Feel Box
WHAT YOU NEED:
• Box with lid
• Scissors
• Items to decorate
• Different items for inside the box for guessing
HOW TO:
• Cut a hole in one of the sides of the box
(big enough for your child's hand to fit)
• Have you child decorate the box
• Put an item in the box (without your child seeing)
Then have fun! Have your child stick their hand inside the
box and try to guess what is inside.
Examples of Items to Decorate With:
• Crayons
• Ribbon
• Buttons
• Stickers
• Glitter
• Pom Poms
• Rubber Stamps • Colored Tape
Examples For Guessing Items:
DINOSAUR TOYS:
Use a variety of dinosaur toys
like a T-rex, stegosaurus and
triceratops to see if your child can
correctly guess each one.
VEGETABLE:
Use a carrot, celery, bell
pepper and an onion to
explore different textures.
FRUITS:
Use a peach, an apple, an
orange and a pear for even
more textures and fun.
SWWF
July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 11
Looking for some big laughs?
Invite some friends or family
members over for an
evening of imaginative storytelling. You can tell the stories
around a campfire or
in the backyard using our zany
Silly Summer Story Time kit
right here. Give it a try tonight!
1. Cut out the CHARACTER, LOCATION and STORY coupons . Place each set in a cup
or bowl.
2. Place all the CHARACTER
3 cups or bowls
scissors
coupons in the first
cup, the LOCATION coupons
in the second cup and the PLOT coupons in the third cup.
3. Take turns being the story teller by pulling one coupon from each cup, without
looking, to invent a story that includes the CHARACTER, LOCATION and PLOT.
12 • July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family
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All things Dr. Suess!
August 1st-5th & August 8th-12th
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Or Call: 360.508.4628
Meet the Teachers
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July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 13
CAMPGROUNDS
Swim, fish, hike, explore and so much
more at these camping locations.
*A Discover Pass may be required. Please check with the campground you choose prior to departure.
Stan Hedwall City Park
1501 Rice Rd., Chehalis
RV park with sites that include power, water hookups, cable and picnic tables. Amenities include restrooms and
coin-operated showers. For more information, please call (360) 748-0271 or visit ci.chehalis.wa.us.
Rainbow Falls State Park
4008 State Route 6
Thirty-nine standard campsites and eight partial utility for RV sites available. This 139-acre park includes
3,400 feet of Chehalis river bank. Campsites are first come, first served. Amenities include a
dump station, restroom, showers and picnic tables. For more information, please call
(360) 291-3767 or visit parks.wa.gov.
Lewis & Clark State Park
4583 Jackson Highway, Winlock
The 621-acre park has tent spaces, utility sites and equestrian sites. Some
group sites also available. Amenities include restrooms and showers.
Sites are first come, first served. For more information,
please call (360) 864-2643 or visit parks.wa.gov.
Mayfield Lake Park
180 Beach Rd., Mossyrock
RV and tent camping available. Amenities include water
and electric hookups, fire rings, picnic tables,
coin-operated showers, reservable kitchen
shelter and more. Park is on the shores of
Mayfield Lake. Boat launch available.
Reservations may be required for certain dates. For more information,
please call (360) 985-2364
or visit mytpu.org.
14 • July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family
Mossyrock Park
Cowlitz Falls Campground
Some sites include water and electric hookups. Amenities
include fire rings, picnic tables, coin-operated showers,
store, laundry facilities, water faucets, reservable kitchen
shelter, trail loop, boat launch and more. For more information, please call (360) 983-3900 or visit mytpu.org.
Over 100 campsites — 40 with water and electric hookups.
Amenities include restrooms and showers, boat ramp, dock,
play set, picnic area, BBQ pits, areas to play baseball, soccer,
volleyball, horseshoes, and trails. For more information,
please call (360) 497-7175 or visit lcpud.org.
202 Ajlune Rd., Mossyrock
Lake Mayfield Resort & Marina
1350 Hadaller Rd., Mossyrock
Tent and RV site on the lake. Amenities include a boat
launch, restaurant and fire pits. For more information,
please call (360) 985-2357 or visit lakemayfield.com.
Riffe Lake Campground
241 Osborn Rd., Mossyrock
Swim, go boating, fishing, hiking or just relax and enjoy the
view. Amenities include playground, stage, store, bathrooms, showers, nearby boat launch and more.
For more information, please call (360) 983-8122 or visit
riffelakecampgroundswa.com.
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Centrally Located in Southwest
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For Reservations call 877-780-7275
harmonylakesidervpark.com
563 State Route 122, Silver Creek, WA 98585
889 Peters Rd., Randle
Taidnapam Park
117 Cayuse Lane, Glenoma
Tent and RV sites, some with full hookup and some with water
and power available. Amenities include coin-op showers, fire
rings, picnic tables, fishing bridge and seasonal boat launch.
Open year-round. Reservations required now - September. For
more information, please call (360) 497-7707 or visit mytpu.org.
Packwood RV Park and Campground
12985 US Highway 12, Packwood
Tent and RV sites available. Open year-round. Located
one block off highway. Full hookups available. Amenities
include cable t.v., restrooms and laundry. Within walking
distance of restaurants. For more information, please
call (360) 494-5145 or visit
packwoodrv.com.
CASCADE PEAKS
Family Campground
Located between Mt. Rainier and Mt. St. Helens,
a scenic wonder for all to marvel!
BE SURE TO CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR OUR EVENT LISTINGS!
RV'rs and Tent Campers, Cascade Peaks
year-round family campground welcomes you.
120 full hookups, 280 sites with water and electricity, and
many dry sites. Where your camping fun begins! Whatever
you like to do, you will find it at the campground or in the local
area. 2 pools, children's zipline, playground, horseshoe pits,
disc golf, volleyball, basketball, and much more. We also have
some organized activities.
Great fishing and golf are close by.
Please Call: 360.494.9202
10% Military Discount off site reservations with military ID
11519 US Hwy 12, Randle, WA.
360.494.9202
www.cascadepeaksfamilycampground.com
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Cascade Peaks Family Campground
Takhlakh Lake Campground
Tent and RV sites available. Amenities include outdoor
pool, playground, laundry, trails and more. Enjoy hiking,
fishing, boating and cycling. Year-round camping. For more
information, please call (866) 255-2931 or visit
cascadepeakscamping.com.
Tent sites and easy access for RV camping. Kayaking,
canoeing and fishing available on non-motorized lake.
Amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables and fire rings.
For more information, please call
(541) 338-7869 or visit reserveamerica.com.
Harmony Lakeside RV Park
Olallie Lake Campground
Located on Mayfield Lake. All sites are full hookup with cable
t.v. and WIFI, water and power. Cabins available with reservation. Enjoy the boat docks with boat, kayak, paddle-board and
canoes available for rent. Amenities include laundry, fire rings
and lake fronts. For more information, please call
(877) 780-7275 or visit harmonylakesidervpark.com.
Campsites with access for RVs. Restrooms available.
Activities include lake and pond fishing, picnicking, hiking,
horseback riding, non-motorized boating and more. For
more information, please visit fs.usda.gov.
Ike Kinswa State Park
Paved road to campground. Graveled, level sites and
easy RV parking. Nice trees on gentle terrain. Trail leads
to nearby ice cave with a stairway into the cave with ice
formations. Amenities include drinking water and vault
toilets. Activities include day hiking, backpacking and
huckleberries in the fall. Reservations required. For more
information, please visit recreation.gov.
11519 US Highway 12, Randle
563 State Route 122, Silver Creek
873 Harmony Rd., Silver Creek
Open year-round. Sites vary; some are standard tent sites,
some have full hookup sites and others have water and power.
Cabins also available. Amenities include an RV dump,
restrooms and showers. Fishing, boating, swimming and
trails for hiking available. For more information, please
call (360) 983-3402 or visit parks.wa.us.
Mineral Lake Resort
148 Mineral Hill Rd., Mineral
Amenities include views, boat rentals, dock
fishing, cabins, RV spaces, boat moorage and the
Tackle, Bait and Snack Shop. For more information, please call (360) 492-5367 or visit
minerallakeresort.com.
Big Creek Campground
Randle
Tent, trailer and RV spaces available. Tight
turning radius for vehicles. Activities
include biking, fishing, swimming and
hiking the Osborne Mountain Trail.
Amenities include drinking water, vault
toilets, pedestal grill, fire pit and picnic
tables.For more information, please
visit fs.usda.gov.
Iron Creek Campground
Randle
Located along Iron Creek and the
Cispus River. Fish for cutthroat
trout, whitefish and rainbow
trout. Amenities include campfire rings, picnic tables, drinking
water and easy trails. Paved level
parking spurs. Easy RV parking.
For more information, please visit
reserveamerica.com.
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Randle
Randle
Peterson Prairie Campground
Trout Lake
Sunset Falls Campground
Vancouver
Amenities include views of the river and a waterfall,
hiking trails, picnic area and vault toilets. Paved road to
campground and paved level sites for easy RV parking.
Popular local campground and day-use site. Next to east
fork Lewis River. Open year-round. For more information,
please visit fs.usda.gov.
Lower Falls Recreation Area
Castle Rock
Accessible tent and RV (no hookups) camping with fishing,
hiking, mountain biking, picnicking and more. Amenities
include picnic tables, fire rings, composting toilets and
drinking water. Reservations required Open year-round
(weather permitting). For more information, please call
(360) 449-7800 or visit fs.usda.gov.
American Heritage Campground
9610 Kimmie St. S.W., Olympia
Tent and back-in RV camping available. Spacious and
secluded campsites, some with hookups available. Amenities
include pool, playfield, picnic tables, restrooms, showers,
laundry, store, paved bike track and more. For more
information, please call (360) 943-8778 or visit
olmpiacampground.com.
Olympia Campground
1441 83rd Ave S.W., Olympia
Tent and RV sites with full and partial hookups available.
Amenities include a pool (weather permitting), gas and
grocery store, laundry, showers, restrooms, picnic tables and
more. For more information, please call (360) 352-2251 or
visit olympiacampground.com.
Columbus Park
5700 Black Lake Blvd., Olympia
The park contains picnic and camping sites, a stream, playground, beach area, roped off swimming areas, volleyball
pits, horseshoe pits, indoor and outdoor rental kitchens
and a boat ramp. Fish for trout, catfish, bass, and bluegill.
For more information, please call (866) 848-9460
or visit columbuspark.net.
Millersylvania State Park
12245 Tilley Rd. S., Olympia
The camp provides tent spaces, utility spaces, restrooms,
kitchen shelters, picnic tables, showers and a dump station.
Enjoy trails, boating, fishing and swimming. Open yearround. Reservations required. For more information,
please call (888) 226-7688 or visit parks.wa.gov.
Kalaloch Campground
Hwy 101, mile post marker 157683, Kalaloch
Tent and some RV sites available. Amenities include
dump station, portable water, toilet, fire pits with grates
and picnic tables. Reservations should be made as early as
possible. For more information, please visit nps.gov/olym.
Paradise RV Campgrounds
173-Salem Plant Rd., Silver Creek
Tent and RV sites available — some full hookup and
some partial. Amenities include a basketball court, BBQ
areas, picnic areas, pool, fishing, trails, dog park, laundry,
horseshoe pits, and more. For more information,
please visit rvonthego.com.
Long Beach RV & Camping Resort
2215 Willow Rd., Seaview
Camp is located 1,200 feet from the Pacific Ocean. Amenities include clubhouse, bike and hiking trails,
swimming pool, RV storage, restroom and shower
facilities, laundry facilities, picnic
area, playground and more. For
more information, please call
visit rvonthego.com.
Lake Chelan State Park
Chelan
Tent and RV sites available Amenities include restrooms,
showers, swim area, boat launch and more. Reservations
required. For more information, please visit lakechelan.com.
Lake Cushman Resort
4621 N. Lake Cushman Rd., Hoodsport
Cabin, RV and tent camping available. Amenities include
restrooms, coin-op showers, and store. Activities include
fishing, sailing, waterskiing, swimming, scuba diving,
water skiing, a seasonal launch, boat rentals and trails. For
more information, please call (877) 588-9360
or visit lakecushman.com.
Capital State Forest
Washington
Free overnight camping. Designated campsites are free
and on a first come, first served basis. There are limited
amounts of sites. Activities include mountain biking,
horseback riding and hiking in designated areas. For more
information, please visit capitolforest.com.
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July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 17
Safe Journey with Your
Furry Friend
Family vacations provide opportunities for parents and their children to unwind and make memories
that last a lifetime. Such excursions can be made even more memorable when taking the family pet.
However, traveling with animals in tow is not as simple as beckoning the family pet to the car when it’s
time to hit the open road. Check out these tips that can help make sure your vacation — and that of
your pet — goes well.
Update your Pet’s Collar
Even if your pet is microchipped, it’s important
to make sure they wear a collar with your names,
phone numbers, email addresses and any additional relevant contact information.
Prepare your Pet
In the weeks before the trip, you should start to prepare your
pets for the trip by taking them on short drives. Lengthen
each of these mini trips so you can build up a travel tolerance
in your pet and acquaint the animal with car travel before
vacation begins.
Purchase Appropriate Travel Gear
A harness will prevent an animal from physically jumping out of the vehicle.
Also, when wearing a harness, your pet doesn’t have to work as hard bracing
itself while the car is maneuvering. Another option is an animal crate that is
belted down. Your pet may be comfortable riding in a familiar crate and feel
more secure as a result. Harnesses that work with safety belts are also available.
These can keep your pet in a sitting or lying-down position.
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Find a Pet-Friendly Hotel
A number of new hotel reservation and
searching sites enable pet owners to find
accommodations that accept pets. Make
sure to look for a hotel that not only
allows a pet in the room, but also offers a
convenient outside space for your pet to
run around.
In the Air
When traveling by airplane call ahead to
see what restrictions and accommodation
options are offered. Also, make sure to
check to see what health and immunization
requirements are in place and that your pet
is up to date on them.
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Camp 'alotta Fun'
by Tiffany Venters of Salkum
Summer is in full swing, and who doesn’t
like a good adventure? Camping is the perfect
family activity for the sunny days of July.
My husband and I have always enjoyed
“ultralight” hiking, where everything we take
along is lightweight. Since our daughters
were born I have patiently waited for them
to be old enough to share our love of trail
camping with them. We are planning our first
trip this summer and I decided to seek advice
from my friend and hiking enthusiast, Angela
Wilcox, as to what
items she found
useful in keeping
the family happy
and engaged on
the trail.
Angela and her
husband Troy live
in Centralia with
their four children:
Gloria,
Lucy,
Bode and Grant.
She recalled for
me their planning
and training for
an epic hike they
took last summer;
t W. snacking.
they
ventured
Lucy W. and Gran
into the Pasayten Wilderness
area in Northern Washington
so their family could visit the
monument of Troy’s father. It
was an adventurous 30 mile,
six day hike to Corral Lake
with a 3400’ elevation gain.
Their eldest daughter, Gloria,
8, has Type-1 Diabetes
and
their
youngest
child,
Grant, was 3 years
old, so there were
unique challenges
to plan for on their
trip.
“My first thought
was that it was
not
possible,”
admits
Angela,
remembering
when she and Troy
started planning
the
trip.
“We
started
taking
the kids on what
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Gloria W. on hike
we called ‘little
walks’ to prepare
for the big hike. Our goal was to walk a mile
per day,” on local trails along the Chehalis
River, and other trails in Tolmie, Burfoot and
Millersylvania parks. After accomplishing
“Little Walks” they added weight to their backpacks and added more miles. After church on
Sundays, they would go to the Capital Forest
and practice eating meals and learning how to
go potty in the wilderness.
As the hike grew nearer Angela made a
smart decision. She called the local Pasayten
Wilderness search and
rescue to let them know
where they were going and
to seek out advice should
an emergency arise. While
they didn’t end up needing
help, making a phone call
like this before you head into
the wilderness could be lifesaving for both hikers and
rescue workers alike.
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Troy, Bode, Lucya hike.
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Photos by Angela Wilcox
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On their hike they
averaged
five-seven
miles per day. They
saw deer, ground hogs,
waterfalls and birds —
and made memories
to last a lifetime. Troy’s
mother, Marcia Wilcox,
came along as well as
Angela’s father, Pierry
Johnson, and nephew,
Landon Ward, who
assisted them as their
outfitters, handling the
two pack mules and two
riding horses that hauled
a lot of their supplies.
the desire to rush the last
two miles to some lake.
Frying
up
freshcaught fish from a
mountain lake was a neat
experience for the Wilcox
family. Jerky, trail mix and
freeze dried foods also
supplemented their trail
diet because they don’t
take up much space and
are high in calories.
Angela adds that
morale was an important
topic they discussed
with the kids, especially
.
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see a de
Gloria and Bode
what complaining can do
to it. It was okay to stop
Angela recalls, “A six day hike into the wild…
and rest if you felt sick, your feet hurt or you
We couldn’t have done it without them.” Even
were thirsty, but otherwise complaining wasn’t
with the outfitted pack mules and horses,
allowed on the trip.
everyone carried their own gear.
Before you plan
Angela says a fun way to keep the kids
your next campengaged and moving is to, “Keep a treat on
out, here are some
the trail. We would say to the kids ‘Jelly Bellies
useful tips on how
around the next corner’.” In a way this breaks
to increase your
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providing you
with clean, fresh
water that you
didn’t have to
pack in.
Comfortable gear for
your children will help
prevent a mutiny within
the ranks. Take your
time and involve your
kids in the picking
out of a back pack
and hiking shoes. The
longer the hike the more
important comfort is.
Tiffany Venters loves the great
outdoors! Her family recently
went to Colorado where they fed
giraffes at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, hiked the Seven Falls
trail and made the amazing drive
up to Pike’s Peak. Tiffany and her
family currently live in Salkum.
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July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 21
To make your way through these water
balloons without popping any, you must step only on the even-numbered balloons. And you can only
move horizontally or vertically, NOT diagonally. Find a pathway from START to FINISH.
HINTS:
1. A sweet fruit spread.
2. Enjoyable.
3. The opposite of the truth.
4. What you do to a baseball.
5. Belonging to us.
6. Sticky stuff from some trees.
7. Another word for taxi.
8. How you find your way.
9. What you do at lunch.
10. What you do in a chair.
11. Your parents drive this.
12. A knock on a door.
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Spilling the Beans!
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by Dallas Smith, Director of Lewis County Head Start
attling! Loosely translated: inform, report, tell all, chatter, and
prattle. I have a memory of dinner at the kitchen table with my
mom, step-dad and step-brother where I threw my brother under the
bus — then did it again and again.
I grew up in the 60s, a time where you began your day at the breakfast table, you had a
five block radius, and the parental encouragement was not to enter the house again until
dinner time. My brother was three years older than me and I idolized him! In a neighborhood of boys, he let me tag along and included me in most of their adventures. At the end
of my disclosure of his minor wrongful act, he just sat there and said, “Go ahead Dallas,
spill your guts all over the place!” As he was receiving instruction from the adults, I
learned the difference between “reporting” and “tattling”. I was wanting to know: if he
broke the rule would he get in trouble, in a nut shell, I was a tattle-tail with a capital T!
Today’s times are much different. There is no longer a five block radius for children to
explore and if your child was gone for the day you would be making a police report, however, the difference between reporting or informing and spilling the beans or tattling remain the same.
Reporting is letting an adult know someone could get hurt or is behaving in a way they could hurt others.
Tattling is most likely a habit children develop to see how far the rule stretches.
Children need to know they can come to us and share if someone is hurting them or others. This is the challenge sometimes.
It is difficult to ascertain which motive children have when “telling it all,” so as adults we need to explain and re-enforce
the differences with our children to ensure we can provide the needed support. The groundwork should be laid early in their
development.
Here are some ways to help children relay the information needed to stay and keep others safe and break the tattle-tale
habits:
1. Have a family meeting to share the differences between tattling and reporting.
2. When children come to you to tell about or on another child ask them, “Are you reporting? Is someone
hurt? Will someone get hurt, or are you just checking in to see if the rule applies?”
3. Tattle Tokens: Everyone gets a designated allotment of tokens (5-poker chips, 5-checkers), use a coffee
can and cut a slit in the lid. Share with children when their tokens are gone there will be no more
tattling.
4. When a child comes to you, ask them, “Are you reporting or tattling?” Before they divulge remind them,
“You have 5 tokens. Are you sure you want to spend one on what you are going to tell me?”
5. After the child’s disclosure help them problem solve and
conclude if they were reporting or tattling.
Dallas Smith is the Director at Lewis County Head
As always, the key to all parenting and behavior modification
is staying consistent with your message and follow through.
Keep up the good work parents!
Start and has worked in Early Childhood Education
for over 20 years. She holds an Associate of Applied
Science Degree in Early Childhood Education from
Lower Columbia College and a Bachelor of Arts with
a split emphasis in Psychology and Organizational
Development from Evergreen State College. She enjoys
music, walking, reading and outdoor activities. She
currently resides in Kelso.
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July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 23
FAMILY PICTURES
How To Get Your Family Photo Ready
Gathering your family together for
a photo can be stressful if you don't
think ahead. Below are a few tips
to help ease the process of creating
lasting, beautiful memories.
Find Your Photographer
Find your photographer way in advance. For
example, if you want summertime photos, start
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Figure Out What You Want
Do you prefer indoors or outside? Posed or candid?
Do you want special mementos and props? What
kind of poses would you like? Make a list of what
type of photos you are hoping for and the look you
want so you can discuss ahead of time with your
photographer.
Clothing
Make sure you plan ahead on this. Choose clothing
you feel good in and are comfortable moving
around in. Lean away from matching perfectly with
others who are planned for the photo, but do make
sure styles are compatible and colors complement
each other with similar color tones.
Schedule
Think about schedules your children are on before
booking the appointment. Nap-times, mealtimes,
bedtimes and certain times you know are not as
good as others should be avoided. You may want
that sunset photo session, but if you have an early to
bed little one, that may not work out so great.
No Cheesing
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photographer encourage and find the happy
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Teacher Feature
Tyleen Moyer
St. Joseph School, 1st grade
Miss Moyer was voted this year's Family Favorite in the Teacher Category
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN TEACHING?
This is my first year.
WHAT INSPIRES YOU THE MOST/WHAT IS YOUR
FAVORITE PART OF TEACHING?
I was inspired by my great-grandmother to
teach. I heard all about how much of a great
teacher she was and I wanted to be able to
do that too. My favorite part of teaching is
watching the students enjoy learning.
WHAT HOBBIES, INTERESTS, DO YOU ENJOY
OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM?
I love football, GO HAWKS! I also enjoy reading, watching TV and spending time with my
family and friends.
WHEN YOU WERE LITTLE, WHAT DID YOU
WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GREW UP?
I have always wanted to be a teacher; I can't
imagine doing anything else.
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DO YOU HAVE A MANTRA OR QUOTE YOU
ARE ALWAYS TELLING YOUR STUDENTS?
"Actually, I can!" I have them say that when
they tell me they can't do something.
WHAT IS A FAVORITE
TEACHING MEMORY?
My favorite teaching memory, was being able to tell
my class that I was going to
be their teacher next year,
when I was their long-term
substitute in kindergarten.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE
YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADD?
Thank you!
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2016
On this day in 1867,
Canada became a
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Tick the box on each day when
you have completed 15
minutes of reading. Children
who develop a love of reading
will become better students
and build a better future.
Get ready for the
4th celebrations
today. Make
costumes and
decorate bikes
with red, white
and blue.
Put all your soft toys
out in a circle and
give them a Teddy
Bear’s Picnic.
Teddy Bear’s
Picnic Day
Grab some blankets
and make a blanket
fort.
Make some
paper airplanes
today and fly
them with a friend.
Measure whose
plane goes farthest.
Amelia
Earhart
Day
Can you eat red,
white and blue
healthy food today?
Independence
Day
Make a pitcher of
ice-cold lemonade
and give it to a
neighbor
as a
sweet
summer
surprise!
Write a movie
review for a film
you have seen this
summer. Tell what
you liked or
disliked about it.
Mail it to a friend or
family member.
Have a parent hide a
“treasure” and write
down clues to
follow. Then have a
fun treasure hunt
with your friends.
Grab a friend and
practice throwing
and catching a ball. If
you’re right-handed,
try catching with
your left hand. If
you’re left-handed,
try catching with
your right hand.
Draw a postcard
and send it to a
friend. Remember
to write the full
address on one side
and add a stamp.
Get a paper lunch
bag and turn it into a
puppet. Draw a face
on the bottom using
markers or crayons.
When is the last
time your family
visited a museum?
Plan a visit today.
Paper
Bag
Day
Pack a lunch and
take a long bike ride
with a group of
friends. Tell a parent
your planned route.
Find a shady spot
and have a nice
family picnic today.
National Picnic
Month
Check out what
local events are
happening in
your area this
weekend. Look
through The
Chronicle and
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Make ice cream
sundaes for your
family. Include as
many fruits as
possible.
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Canada Day
Make a macaroni
necklace today. You
can change their
color by soaking in
food coloring.
Allow them to dry
on a paper towel
and then thread
them on a string.
Try jumping rope
with some friends.
It takes some
practice, but it's
great exercise.
Create a comic strip.
Use two characters
to tell riddles or
knock-knock jokes.
Draw a week’s
worth of strips.
Find a
creative
way to cool
off. Make a
shower with
a garden
hose or run
through the
sprinklers.
Start a Summer
Book Club with
your friends. Choose
a book together then
pick a meeting day
to discuss it.
Take a walk
with a family
member. Observe
your surroundings
and see if you spot
birds and flowers
along the way.
Find a recipe or
buy a mix and
make blueberry
muffins for
breakfast today.
Celebrate cows
today. Think about
all the things you
get from a cow.
Cow Appreciation
Day
Make a smoothie
with lots of fruits.
Add a quarter cup
of chopped fresh
spinach or another
green vegetable.
Create a secret
code. Share the
code with a
friend and write
coded notes to
each other.
Reorganize part of
your room—a
closet, a bookshelf
or a toy chest.
Collect toys and
books you no longer
use and give them to
an organization that
will distribute them.
Visit a museum
or an art gallery
today. Find
something you
really like among
the exhibits and
explain why you
chose it.
National
Blueberry
Month
Go for a bike
ride with your
family today.
Take photos and
submit them to
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28 • July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family
Day Trip
Seminary Hill Natural Area
End of Barner Drive,
Centralia
Open year-round
Activities to Enjoy
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2.5 miles of trails
Bird watching
Wildflower walks
Events by Friends of the Seminary
Hill Natural Area in the past have
included bird walks, children’s nature
activities, Music on the Hill,
poetry walk and wildflower walks.
Features:
Natural areas
Primitive parking
2.5 Miles of primitive trails
Picnic tables
Interpretive signage
Porta potty
Preschool Teachers!
You can use this amazing spot of nature for a great
outdoor classroom!
Tips From a Local Mom:
• The trails are pretty easy to navigate but are not
stroller-friendly so a backpack may be a more
ideal situation for the littlest hikers you have.
• Make sure to bring your own water to drink.
• Potty before leaving the house is a good idea.
There is a porta potty in the parking lot if needed.
• Make sure to wear sturdy boots or sneakers since
the trails are dirt. Otherwise you will be stopping • There are a lot of edible berries along the hike,
to shake the dirt out most of the trip.
but it is advised to know berry identification first.
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July 2016 • Southwest Washington Family • 29
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