Sunday-Wednesday May 19-22 Trip # BT2403
The RSOC is combining our popular boating and camping activities for a Sunday to Wednesday 4-day, 3-night adventure at Vista Campground and Sailing Beach! Hopefully this will provide an opportunity for others to bring out their own boats and for us to do a little sailing and safety instruction.
We have reserved a prime beach and waterfront campsite that’s nice and flat with plenty of shade, picnic tables, grills, a communal fire ring, drinking water on site, and a nearby bathhouse with showers and flush toilets. Please note that parking is somewhat limited, so carpooling is recommended, if possible. Firewood contributions are appreciated. If you want to just participate in the Boat Day on Sunday, activities will begin around 11am. If you want to camp, plan to check in at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday afternoon. Admission, parking, and campsites are included in the event fee. Folks don’t have to commit to all 4 days (since some folks must work) but anyone camping will have to pay the full fee. Last year the weather was warm and we had a great time camping, boating, hiking, visiting nearby breweries and distilleries, and eating dinner at one of the many restaurants in Pittsboro.
We are planning on the following activities and possibly more as we firm up the itinerary:
Our usual Boat Day activities starting at 11 a.m. Sunday
Group potluck dinner at the campground
Sailing, including Learn to Sail and boat safety
Kayaking, paddleboards, canoes (the club has one kayak and two paddleboards or bring your own)
Fishing (you will need your own gear and fishing license)
Game night(s)
Smores around the campfire
Musical entertainment (bring your guitars!)
Hiking at some of the local trails (vary from 2 to 8 miles)
Dinner/drinks in Pittsboro (Carolina Brewing, City Tap)
Location: Vista Point Group Campground & Sailing Beach
Directions: (from Raleigh) US 64 West towards Pittsboro, and left on Pea Ridge Road to Vista Point
Boat Day, Sunday, May 19
Start Time: 11:00 a.m.
End Time: 5:00 p.m.
Camping, Sunday May 19 to Wednesday, May 22
Start Time: 4:00 p.m., Sun.
End Time: 3:00 p.m. Wed.
Cost Member: $50 (entry, parking, and camping fees)
Cost non-member: $60
Event fee: Mail a check payable to “RSOC” to Mark Senior, 405 Kinsey Street, Raleigh, NC 27605; or sign up at one of the upcoming club meetings
Maximum attendees: 30
Coordinator: Mark Senior mr2senior@gmail.com