Good Fences #11

Lonely Arbor

At the end of the campground property is an exclusive section belonging to the founder's family.  The private Valentine's Day wedding was held at the edge of the woods for a family member. The couple stood in front of the arbor and it was decorated with little red lights, ribbons and red hearts. It now stands alone without the embellishments of the flowers and the bride and groom. No one goes there now.

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The feelings of a happy and busy time remain in this isolated area though the arbor is empty.

History:
What seemed an impossible dream in 1959 became a remarkable accomplishment... Carl and Marion Perry developed a small 125-site campground, Camp Beachwood. Eventually that investment led the Perry’s to open Lakewood Camping Resort, the first privately owned campground on the Grand Strand! It was the only resort of it’s kind offering customers a resort experience for a fraction of the cost of staying in a hotel. With affordability and a focus on family values, the Perry's continue to make Lakewood Camping Resort the choice destination in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Today the family investment has grown to 1,100 campsites, 105 rental Villas and more than 790 Villas owned by individuals from all over North America. With luxurious amenities spread across 200 acres of prime oceanfront real estate, Lakewood has grown to be one of the largest camping resorts in the world. An award winning mega RV Park, recognized as the National Mega Park of the Year for 2010-2011. The "Best Of South Carolina" Award in 2012, as well as the "Plan-It Green" Award for 2011-2012.

When Marion and Carl Perry were led to open the first privately owned campground in Myrtle Beach in 1959, they initially believed they were embarking on a new business venture. However, it didn't take them long to realize that their family owned business was just a vehicle that God was going to use to accomplish His goals.

Mr. and Mrs. Perry grasped the vision that they were to be stewards of the new property that God had entrusted to them to operate a Christian-oriented campground that offered campers a place to come and find good family values and an environment that promoted Christian ideas.  They also saw the opporunity to share the gospel in a casual environment with many adults and children who may never enter into a formal worship setting.  On January 10, 1972 Lakewood Campground Ministry was founded. The ministry is a non-profit ministry and is still a vital part of Lakewood's community today. 

Lakewood Camping Resort is still owned and operated by the Perry family. It is their mission to continue to make Lakewood family focused so guests can enjoy Myrtle Beach, South Carolina... a place of beauty, harmony and one of the most tranquil atmospheres you will find anywhere!


 
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Good Fences #10

Sometimes good fences need replacement. The wear and tear of the sun, salt water, winds and sand wear them down quickly. Actually, I like the distressed look! Splinters in bare feet are optional. The walkway is very warped and worn.

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Many permanent residents in the campground chain and padlock their golf carts when they aren't here. Most of us have small modulars or park model trailers and leave the carts right in the yard. Some use a cable and lock, and almost everyone locks them. Not many have really large homes or garages. 

This owner has the only one that is protected in this way.

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 Maybe this is why. They might have seen what could happen if it wasn't locked in! I have personally seen this sight several times in the past 15 years; usually during "Spring break." One was in the ocean! 

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On October 3, 2013 I spied these egrets through the rope fence. There are many rope fences in the SC campground where we stay. There are many more rope fences near the beach walkways. 

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There are also strong metal fences at the other end of the campground where recreational activities are enjoyed by many.

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There was an unexpected and unusual snow event at the beach in SC on February 13, 2010. We were surprised when we woke up to this! I grabbed the camera and rode my golf cart in my slippers and robe just to get the photos before it all melted.

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In March 2010, I spotted these flowers in bloom around the hurricane fence at the beach in South Carolina. In June they had developed into small peaches. Someone must have thrown a pit over the fence.

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The same fence overlooking the ocean on May 9, 2009

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" Don't ever 

take a fence down 

until you know 

why it was put up. "

Robert Frost

The Black Eyed Susans thrived in August 2011.

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This fence is to prevent more beaver damage to our tree!

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Last year on April 28, we took a ride to take springtime photos and I found these fences. The stone one is a continuous downhill serpentine, wrapping around the eight trees.

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 On the way home the daffodil fence line took my eye!

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The Block Fence #1

I forgot to show you the last pictures I took yesterday on on my fence quest.

These decorative blocks do have a purpose. The shots from yesterday don’t show what grows up behind it! Well now you know. I dug into my archives and found these. It took me an hour to locate by guessing what year I took the pictures. It was in May 2012. 

 That plant with lovely and interesting leaves obliterates the entire fence in May!