Make it a summer to remember from sunrise in the east to sunset in the west and a whole lot of fun in between! Encore Resorts have plenty of great member deals across the country guaranteed to put this summer on your Best Ever list!

The perfect spot to schedule a summer sunrise is atop Cadillac Mountain, the highest spot on the Atlantic Seaboard and just a few miles from our fabulous Bar Harbor resorts. If it's sunsets you prefer, try one of the California Coast variety. We've got plenty of oceanside resorts where you can watch the sun set on another perfect day. And in between – it's fun, fun, fun at our family-focused resorts in Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana. Whatever your plans are for summer fun, we've got you covered!

Looking for that perfect gift for Dad on Father's Day? Check out some of the great finds we came across during our own search!

Personalized New York Times
Baseball History Book ($60):
Choose from 23 Major League Baseball Teams and receive an elegantly bound, personalized memory book of your favorite team.

ESPN The Magazine ($15/year):
Off the field athlete interviews, jam-packed with pictures, and season previews and predictions. Keep your dad in the loop with ESPN magazine.

Solio Rocsta Charger ($79):
This portable power source charges by sun, USB port or wall charger and is compatible with over 3200 handheld devices.

Flip Video Camcorder (from $109.99):
A simple way to capture video memories without compromising any space.

Fishing Gift Basket –
"Caught the BIG One" ($80):
Send Dad a themed gift basket full of snacks and treats from gourmetgiftbaskets.com.

S-More to Love S'more Maker ($20):
Why make one S'more at a time when you can make 6? Perfect for camping dads with a sweet tooth!

Fishing is as synonymous with summer as camping, grilling, and vacation. As you get ready to pull out the tents, light up the grills, and fill up the RV, make sure you brush up on your local fishing rules and regulations, water safety tips, and have your fishing checklist in hand, before you cast your line.

Before You Start:
Be sure to check out your state specific Game and Fish Commission web site to learn about the necessary state fishing regulations.

Water Safety Tips:

• Fish with a companion who can offer help in an emergency
• Be careful when handling sharp hooks
• Don't cast near other people, and always look around before making a cast
• Wear a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device or life vest when wading or in a boat
(Source: TakeMeFishing.org)

Freshwater Fishing Checklist:

• An inexpensive fishing rod and reel
• 4-to12-pound-test monofilament fishing line
• A package of fishing weights
• Fish hooks (Number 6 – 10 size)
• A plastic or cork bobber
• A selection of live bait or fishing lures
• A casting plug
• A state fishing license (depending on your age)
(Source: TakeMeFishing.org)

And most importantly, remember ...
"A bad day of fishing is better than a good day of work!"
   - Author Unknown

It's off the to islands, mid-western style in our June issue of TrailBlazer. We'll highlight Wisconsin's Apostle Islands, Ohio's Lake Erie Islands and the grandest of them all, Michigan's Mackinac Island. Plus, we'll run a course on Tenting 101 to identify just what you need to know when selecting the perfect tent for your camping needs. Don't miss this great issue!

June events are all about enjoying what the summer season brings. From Father's Day celebrations to scrapbooking weekends, luaus, pirate-themed events and more, our preserves are having a ball. Check out the calendar in the June TrailBlazer or on the web site at TrailBlazerMagazine.net

The Skimmer Festival Weekend is a shore thing -- enjoy this seaside event in Sea Isle City, June 18-19. Located just 10 minutes from New Jersey's Lake & Shore Preserve this event features seaside vendors and food court from 9-4 daily. Great for families – includes children's activities, live music daily and evening concerts, plus auto show and parade.

Let's go fly a kite June 25-26 in Lincoln City, Oregon at the 27th Annual Summer Kite Festival. This year's theme is "Rockin the Rokkaku" - a celebration of both professional and leisure kit flyers. Event is located just 30 minutes from the Whalers Rest Preserve. For more information visit www.oregoncoast.org.

Get ready to dig in at the 28th Annual Birch Bay Sandcastle Building Contest, set for June 18. It's amazing how with a little imagination, the beach at Birch Bay transforms into a series of sandcastles and sand sculptures. Each takes on a life of its own in the form of sea life, castles, cars, dragons, people, shipwrecks and more. Event is open to individuals, teams and families. There is no cost to participate and it proves to be a fun day at the beach. Held at the Birch Bay Waterfront, just about one mile from the preserve. For more information call (360) 371-5004.

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