Camping in the real world is a recreational activity that
takes place outdoors. It is usually away
from the hustle and bustle of city life and in the woods, mountains or near a
lake.
Camping is a chance to be one with nature and enjoy the fruits of the
earth. It is not a past time for everyone; one must have some skills to spend
time in the wilderness. Building a fire, fishing and knowing the difference
between poison ivy and berries from resource that can be used, is important.
Just be sure to bring plenty of water, insect repellent, a good pair of hiking
boots, comfortable clothing and a rough sack full of camping essentials.
In Second Life, camping can also be a fun an exciting way
to explore virtual nature. Many of the activities that are done in the real
world can be mimicked virtually and King Izzy’s Camping Adventure is just the
place to explore the wild.
Izzy’s Camping Adventure is a full sim built by Jules
Fetuccio in honor of her Second Life grandparents; Mysti77 and KingIzzy.
Starting at the landing point you will see a map with an assortment of
activities, locations for cabin and tent rentals and if you click on the map it
will give you a note card and map to keep with you.
To begin your journey, you can either walk the beaten
paths or rez a bicycle, ATV or kickboard to get around. If you are into
hunting, bring your own gun or pick up a free one and begin stalking for
animals. There are hunting and fishing contests you can join for a group
experience.
Not much into hunting but love outdoors?
Go to the beach and lie on the sand and do some tanning
or hop on a jet ski and tread the open water. The beach area also has the
famous Humanoid dance hud inside the fire pit.
Rather go fishing? There’s a wonderful dock you can stand
or sit on and sling your line for a catch.
The camping activities continue with a picnic area and
playground where you can make it a family trip. All are welcome, including
kids.
You don’t have to take a day hike, feel free to stay over
in a tent or rent a cabin overlooking the water. The view is amazing with mountainous
terrain, a calm lake and foliage all around.
Crack open a beer with some buddies and stalk deer,
mountain lions or bears from one of the tree perches or anywhere around the sim
where an animal might be lurking.
During your stay
be sure to hang glide for an aerial view of what other hidden treasures King
Izzy’s has to offer. You might just find a hidden cave.
Interview with Jules Fetuccio, Mysti77 and King Izzy
Lanai:
Hi Jules, this is an amazing camping adventure that you have created in honor
of your grandparents; Mysti77 and KingIzzy.
I really enjoyed my visit. Can you share with our readers more about why
you decided to create such a sim and the activities available here at King Izzy’s
Camping Adventure aka KICA?
Jules: After talking to my grandparents, and knowing they
aren't builders, I found out what their goals were for the sim. I told them I'd build it for them. Izzy
wanted a club and Mysti77 wanted a fishing area and cabins. So I set to work
creating my first big build, which took me months to complete but I think it
was worth it. I'm always tweaking something or changing other things to fit the
needs of visitors or my grandparents. Shaving off prims etc. so the sim has really evolved since May,
2013. It's been a labor of love for two very special people who I just adore
and have been with for the past 5 years.
Lanai:
Your thoughtfulness and attention to detail is very noticeable Jules. Mysti77
and King Izzy, you two have got to be so proud of your granddaughter Jules. She
has really gone out of her way to create an authentic camping experience, what
kind of activities do you most enjoy doing here?
King Izzy: Yes,
Jules is the greatest, I am very proud of her. I mostly enjoy having fun
conversations with the campers, hunting and riding around exploring. It's good
to be the King
Mysti77: I'm so very proud of Jules for building such a
beautiful place. She has done an
outstanding job! Well, I like to fish
and ride the 4-wheelers around, but sometimes it's really nice to sit around a
campfire roasting marshmallows telling spooky stories.
Lanai:
This type of family unity is very refreshing to see in Second Life and it
really reflects off of the whole camping adventure because the activities your
sim offers is fun to do with family and friends. King Izzy I was told you like
to spend your time hunting when you are here. There are hunting and fishing
contest, can you tell me more about these tournaments, when they happen and
where to get the equipment needed to participate?
King Izzy: The
hunting Contest is a monthly contest and the top hunter wins 500L. Most SL guns will work and we also offer a
free shotgun for those who can't afford a gun.
All the information can be found in our Information Booth. We host Fish Hunt Fishing where people can
earn Lindens and gain fishing experience. A free starter rod can be obtained
from the market place.
Lanai:
That’s great, I like that you offer free equipment for those who might be new
to SL and unable to afford them. During
my exploration, I noticed there was a club, this is pretty unusual for camp
grounds, what type of events happen there?
Jules: Club houses aren't really all that unusual for
campgrounds. It's there for entertainment. It's basically a campground club
house for residents and visitors to use for parties.
Lanai:
Oh it is that type of facility! That is pretty cool. I can see it used for
family reunions, birthday parties and maybe even wedding receptions. You also
rent cabins here on the sim, do you currently have any available?
Jules: Yes we have 5 large cabins furnished cabins
available at 250L week/50 prims. These are prims they can leave out in their
cabins for decorating, but everyone has rez rights so if they want to bring
their own boat that's fine just pick it up when you're done. Please don't leave
it out. We also have two small cabins at the pond that were recently put in.
They're just adorable. They'll be the same rate. All the cabins will also
include a one room skybox overhead for privacy. I'm still working on those. All
the cabins are furnished and those items don't count toward their own prim
count. I can remove anything a resident doesn't wish to have there. We also
have small campsites available to rent.
Lanai:
That is a nice rental price for such a beautifully designed sim full of things
to do. Are there any rules and restrictions for participating in any of the
activities here at King Izzy’s?
Jules: Well The only rules so far are if you rez a boat
or truck please make sure it's not over 50 prims and pick it up when you exit
the vehicle, that way it doesn't hog the
resources for everyone else. Also do NOT cam into other people’s cabins and
check the rent boxes on each parcel before entering a cabin. If the box is
green its unoccupied and you can check out the cabin, if it is black then stay
out people are paying money to live there and they don't want strangers
wandering through their house. I'm sure
if we find an error or a problem it will be corrected as we go.
Lanai:
I agree, I wouldn’t want a stranger wandering around my home either lol. Do you have a group that avies can join for
camping events and activities?
Jules: Yes we do. King Izzy’s Campground
Lanai: Is there anything else you would like to share
with our readers abut King Izzy’s Camping Adventure?
Jules: Yes, Even though we are a camping sim you can live
here as long as you want. You don't need any kind of hunting or fishing or
camping skills here. You're welcome to role-play or not and any kind of avatar
is welcome. We've put out just about every form of activity we can think of on
the sim.
We have a cavern with a private dock inside for cuddling, dance hud on
the beach, jet ski rezzers that you can use to race all around the whole sim or
up and down the river ways. Fish Hunt and a hunting contest to earn lindens. We
also have no lag and the cabins are available to rent year round if someone
chooses to. They are waterfront properties, on their own parcels so the neighbors
cannot hear what you are saying. Privacy
is important.
Additional Information
Group: King Izzy’s Campground
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Contact Preference: Jules Fettucio or Mysti77 Resident
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