Submitted on Tuesday, 27th March 2012 at 03:14:06 PM
The most wonderful memories of my time here in the early 60's, creamy toffee, dixie cola, Mr Holland sits in the old oak tree and the carefree days we had. Thank you so much.
Gill
Submitted on Wednesday, 3rd August 2011 at 07:56:42 AM
So many great memories ...square dancing, tuck shop, mac n cheese (that I have yet to duplicate) and that wonderful refreshing water that ran through the creek... teary eyed
Submitted on Sunday, 7th November 2010 at 10:52:42 PM
I went to Happy Acres as a camper and then as a counselor. I was there for every holiday and camp that i could be for many years. I have the most amazing memories and stories of my time spent there. It is a place to be free without too many adults and fun, fun, fun. I hope that my soon to be 9year old son will have the opportunity to go and love it as much as i did.
Submitted on Saturday, 23rd October 2010 at 10:44:36 AM
I attended camps at HA in the late fifties - as a camper- and early sixties - as a counselor. All of these were memorable experiences. I can remember the huge array of outdoor nature activities (collecting water insects my favourite) making me extraordinarily hungry.
I (Cliff) recall people like Frans Spronk, Ken Lyell, Kiffie Holland, Ray Davis and his sisters: Marilyn and Candy, Yolanda di Pasquale and her brother Paul, Shirley Betty and the whole gang of Parktown girls -Joan, Kethy Meg. I wonder if any of these have sent their kids to HA.
Submitted on Monday, 21st June 2010 at 05:22:00 PM
If this is the same Happy Acres that I went to in the late 60's then I am really glad that its still up and running.I had the most, unbelievable, amazing times there. (was run by the Holland family)
Submitted on Wednesday, 7th October 2009 at 03:02:43 PM
Its amazing, I've been going for over 12 years.
Submitted on Tuesday, 19th May 2009 at 10:03:15 AM
I used to go as a kid, many school holidays were spent there and most memorable times. The best place to learn play and meet loads of new friends. Glad to see your still up and going, my parents used to go as kids as well.
Submitted on Tuesday, 12th May 2009 at 11:02:52 AM
I went to Happy acres in the 1980's and loved every moment especially hunting scorpions. I live in Australia and find myself telling my family and reminiscing about my time there. Glad to see it's still going.
Submitted on Wednesday, 12th November 2008 at 04:31:04 PM
I went to Happy Acres when I was 9 years old in 1986. Still today, it was the best experience of my life. I am planning to send my daughters in December.
Submitted on Monday, 4th August 2008 at 04:05:40 PM
I think this camp is a great place. I miss it a lot and I wanna go back there. Everyone should put this on their '100 things to do before I die' list it really is cool!!!
Submitted on Thursday, 17th April 2008 at 02:53:48 PM
Happy acres is truly a great place for kids! I myself used to go there as a child, and it was very memorable. As a mom now myself, i would send my daughter there often as soon as she is old enough. A great and fun learning experience too.
Submitted on Sunday, 13th April 2008 at 11:22:49 AM
I went to autumn camp and I loved it. I hope I go back because it was the best camp ever and the food was great.
Submitted on Friday, 1st February 2008 at 01:34:24 PM
I sent my 7 year old once, and now he wants to go every holiday! He even got irritated when i called him and interrupted him. He has a fantastic time and has made great friends.
Submitted on Saturday, 1st December 2007 at 02:36:16 PM
Brilliant fun. My daughter has been twice now and loves it. She isn't out going either, so that impresses me even more.
