Jones Family Reunion Details - August 2011

We are doing things a bit differently this year! So, please take a moment to read the Reunion details at the bottom of this post.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE:

1. There is no fee
   to enter and we do not have a reserved spot. All the shelters were all taken for this year no matter the date. Next year I will get a reservation request in by January for tables and a shelter. It is a very large and nice beach park, so we are going very early in hopes to get a fire pit near an area with grass and beach. So bring lawn chairs and beach blankets.



2. The parking can be difficult here, there is good size parking lot but it is a very popular beach. There is a load and unload area and there are additional parking areas east of the train tracks. There also is a large parking area south of the park entrance for loading and unloading boats so RV's or large vehicles can park there and it is very close with no streets to cross.

If you have any questions, please contact me or Genie Jones.

REUNION DETAILS:

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Date: August 20 (Saturday)

Time: 11:00 a.m. to whenever

Location: Golden Gardens Park - Seattle, WA

Cost: FREE - there are no reservation or parking fees for this venue

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This is a great location that is free. But someone will need to volunteer to arrive early to stake our claim on one of the covered picnic areas adjacent to the parking lot (I've heard though that you must arrive between 6am and 8am to snag one of these). We hope to get a spot with a fire pit so folks can roast hot dogs, hamburgers, marshmallows, etc.

Located in Ballard on beautiful Puget Sound, this popular park offers extraordinary views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains.

There is a large grassy area as well as a large beach front and a children's playground close to the picnic area. We can play volleyball, play Frisbee, fly kites, play by the water, go kayaking, light a bonfire... and catch an amazing sunset.

WHAT TO BRING

- Your own food and beverages

- Plates, napkins, eating accessories, etc.

- Cooler(s)

- Beach / Lawn Chairs

- Blankets & Towels

Optional

-Portable BBQ and Coals - if you plan to grill (don't forget matches)

- BBQ utensils (if you plan to grill)

- Kindling and Firewood for fire pits

- Makings for S'mores (bring your own roasting sticks please)

- Bathing Suits

- Sun Screen

- Extra cloths

- Jacket (due to ever changing weather temps)

- Shoes for hiking and exploring the beach

- Sand toys for castle building

- Frisbees, volleyball, basketball, etc.

- Kayaks, jet skis, boat (if you have these) ;-)

The park is also home to an off-leash area for dogs in the upper northern portion of the park.

PARK FEATURES

- Marina

- Basketball Court (Half)

- Boat Launch (Hand Carry)

- Creek

- Dog Off Leash Area

- Fire Pit

- Picnic Sites

- Play Area

- Restrooms

- Paths

- View

- Waterfront

- Hiking Trails

DIRECTIONS

I-5 Northbound or Southbound:

• Take exit to 85th St and head west.

• Follow 85th West to 32nd Ave. NW

• Take a left onto 32nd Ave. NW

• Travel south until NW 54th St

• Take a right onto NW 54th St

• Follow NW 54th St which turns into Seaview Ave NW to the entrance of the park.

Parking:

Large parking lot along beach & park with overflow parking lot east of park. Plenty of handicapped spots available.

Lodging:

There is no on-site lodging accommodations for camping, RV, etc. However, there are several nearby options for our out of town guests:

• Hotels - http://tinyurl.com/goldengardenhotels
  

• RV accommodations available at Lake Pleasant RV Park in Bothell, WA
  - http://www.woodalls.com/a/01660_lakepleasant.html

More information about venue:

• http://www.seattle.gov/parks/park_detail.asp?ID=243
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Gardens_Park

PHOTO FROM THE 1935 JONES FAMILY REUNION!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone!!