I have been swimming since the age of 5 and am certified. But I also know some really fun games that could be played. Are we going to be confined to the gym? Because maybe we could play games on the field too if the weather is nice. We could use the field that the alpine tower is on, so we're not too spread out. I was thinking we could play SPUD, and/ or maybe have some soccer balls to kick around. Oo! and we could play tag and maybe frisbee!

As for pool games, I'm not sure how to play water polo. But I know how to play sharks and minnows (I'm a champion at my pool :) or we could play sub or categories (usually favored by girls). Oh! we could play jump or dive and ketch up. Marco Polo is another classic.

I have never had the chance to climb the alpine tower, but I have always wanted to. So I could help with that too.

A suggestion for a great game to play in the old gym: would it be possible to bring out the huge parachute ball? (I'm not sure what it's called, but it's that HUGE (colorful) ball). It's SO much fun ... really for any age who's a child at heart :] Also, should we be there a bit before 9 to help with the set up?

And as for cooking and swimming, my skills aren't superb or professional but I'm more than willing to help out in any way that is needed!