Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 16:07:24 -0700 (PDT) From: Rubber Rider Subject: Son Ryan I'm a single Dad (Rider) and my son Ryan is now 13 years old, I have brought him up since the time his mother walked out on us for another guy. I have been lucky as his grand parents (my folks) have been very supportive and at times when I have had to be away they have willing looked after Ryan. Ryan has really grown up these last 12 months and appears to have become mature for his age. His summer holidays from school are coming up and I asked him what he wanted to do. His answer surprised me as he said Dad you're in construction I want to work as a laborer and find out what work really means and at the same time build up my mussels, you will ask me why! It's because a number of my friends at school don't think I have the guts to do it but you have to learn what work is all about sooner or later and I think sooner is better. However I would like to go camping with you that is providing you can get time off, and then we can go to a really isolated area taking our grub and what ever we need for refreshment. Phew Ryan you are sure full of surprises however I like your idea's and will see what I can do, you realize you will need steel toes work boots preferably 14 hole's and if we get some good ones they will also do for camping. Ryan then say's we can wear nothing but our camouflage gear as it wears so well and looks good the same as when we are going to a paint ball function. For work I have some several old jeans and tee shirts which will be more than suitable I will need a hard hat and Hi Vis vest or similar, I said we will get you a couple of Hi Vis mess type shirts that allow a good air flow -- thanks Dad. Son you are really growing up and you are not a boy any more in my estimation you are a young man! But I like your sprit you keep going that way and you will do fine. Tell me do you have any girl friends? After a long pause Ryan says frankly I cannot stand all their giggles and such like the answer is NO, but with my mates it is different, with straight talk and we do not hold anything back between us. You know Ryan all though this house is spacious it is not totally private, how would you like a suite over the garage block? We could split the building so that one bay is your recreation room and then your living quarter's above, this doesn't mean I'm kicking you out either we would still eat together and share many things I would like to here your thoughts please? Ryan's comment was Wow! Never thought that would happen, but let me work with you on the modification please -- no problem son. Ryan next said since we are being honest with each other and I really hope you will not be offended but about three years ago I realize I was gay. A silence pause and then Rider said come here please Ryan approached his Dad who has a good smile on his face, the next thing Ryan felt was a big hug from his Dad and then a great big kiss who by now was saying thank you for being so open and honest. Son you are my Son I'm more proud of you to-day than I have ever been because of what you have told me so now I'll tell you I'm also GAY and have been for as long as I can remember and that was part of the problem that your mother walked out on you. School holidays start in two weeks time and a number of Ryan friends were asking what he was going to do this summer. Ryan's answer was to build up my mussels by working as a laborer on construction. The comment was Ha! Ha you have no chance of getting such a job -- my answer was well just wait and see. Two days later Dad came home with safety equipment for me and said to-morrow we will take you to the work wear store and get you suitable safety work boots and also a couple of packages of work socks. Well school finished on a Thursday and when Dad got home that evening he said Monday you go to work its all setup so don't screw up or my name will be shit! Now I have always cut your hair and you have nice hair but I'm going to recommend that I take it down to a very short brush cut it will not only be cooler for you and easier to keep it clean. No Dad shave it all off please, are you sure? Yes very sure, I have looked at a number of construction sites and most guys are totally shaved. Rider suddenly hugs me saying you really want to fit in, must make sure you get a really dirty hard hat on the outside so you don't look like a rookie. Thanks Dad I really love you, that sounds like we should go camping this weekend and take one double sleeping bag, sounds like a great idea. Well we had headed out Friday evening after dad got home I had already all our gear ready for loading and since we also planned to stop for supper on route there was no need for me to get supper ready. Little did I realize we were going to stop at a pub for supper. We both had a great supper and I even had a pint of beer and as dad said you had better get used to beer because very often the crew will go to the pub especially after a hot day but at the same time you must know your limit. Well two hours later Dad is heading up some track which he says he knows and is supposed to have a small lake good for swimming. About half hour later we arrive at a small plateau just right for setting up camp. Our first thing was to get our tent up and made ready for the night, Dad suggested we took a quick dip in the lake and therefore we stripped off and 10 yards later splash we are in the water -- Burr its cold. Neither of us spent too much time in the water but it did feel good and refreshing, however we picked up bits of wood for a camp fire which soon got that going, its heat felt great. It was only then I realized we were both bare arsed for me I didn't care and appeared that dad didn't either. I sat there watching the flames and sort of got mesmerized, suddenly Dad put his arm around my shoulder and said thanks Ryan you are a good son of mine. Just stay there a while I have something in the truck, well Dad came back with a bottle of whiskey and he says Son it is about time you had a couple of shots with me I have to admit it hit me hard as I didn't sip but tried to knock it back all at once so I soon learnt my lesson. Dad's comment was you are learning son better to learn this way than with your mates! It is basically dark now, so we both go and have a good pee and then into the tent. This the first time that I will have slept with dad so it is a new experience. Dad says you slide into the bag first, it felt cold and slippery but was soon warming up and Dad followed me and pulled the zipper up. Hey Dad this bag is slippery what is the material? Rubber; hope you will enjoy it is. I'm laying there on my back and Dad says come on Ryan give me a great big hug please. I rolled onto my side and looking at Dad's face he was smiling and I decided to give a kiss as well -- this went on for quiet a time as dad allowed my tongue to slip into his mouth. Dad soon reciprocated and he was working all over my body especially my tits, this sent my penis into over drive as it got harder and harder to the point when it was aching. Very soon Dad's head goes under the covers and I suddenly realize I'm getting a blowjob from my Dad regrettably it does not take long before I'm shooting my load and Dad is taking it all. Eventually I go soft and slip out of Dads mouth, however I'm still panting somewhat -- Dad is hugging me and the next thing I know it's daylight and Dad has got the fire going and the kettle is on for our tea. I can see Dad is fully dressed in his camouflage gear including his boots and marine style cap. I realize I had better get up and get dressed but first must go and have a good pee, well I nip out bear arsed to find it chilly and the grass is really wet. Returning to the tent I soon get my gear on and join Dad for a mug of tea sitting on an old log. Not a word has been said yet, as it would appear that Dad is in deep thought however I break the ice by saying morning Dad. Dad leans over and gives me a sloppy kiss, so he asks did you sleep OK last night? Sure did Dad I seemed to zonk right out; are that's good. So tell me have you ever had sex with your mates? Nothing too much just masturbated and given each other blowjobs but I would like to experience getting fucked as I understand it can hurt the first two or three times. Dad looks at me and agrees it can hurt at first but it is a wonderful experience and when the time comes you will know. However there is one thing don't ever try it out unless you are wearing a condom and use plenty of lube like KY don't use Vaseline as this will effect the rubber and you may get a failure, Dad I want you to be the first one to enter me as I know you will be gentle, Ryan that would be a privilege and my pleasure, and then following that you should then take me please. Well we both had a great day walking and talking about this and that, when suddenly Dad says private Ryan your hair is a disgrace to the gear you are wearing and being that you are going to work next week we need to return home after breakfast Sunday then I will attend to your hair, Ryan answers and salutes Yes Sir! They hug and laugh and to-night Saturday I will have the privilege to take your Cherry and providing you enjoy the experience I hope some day you will find your own partner that can provide comfort and satisfaction to the both of you. Well that evening could not come around quick enough as far as Ryan was concerned, eventually time has come and other than the first discomfort Ryan was very happy and then got really wound up calling out give me more, more and harder. Eventually we fell apart and relaxed but not for long as Ryan was ready to go having already slipped a condom on and was using his finger(s) to open up his Dad's rear entry. Ryan slide in there just like that and then the animal instinct took over and he pounded his Dad for a good 15 minutes and than shot a good load into his sheath. Ryan fell apart and went to sleep, the next time he aroused it was 3:00 am but he needed a good pee right now. He is feeling around for his boots and then realizes he is still fully dressed. Quietly as possible he slips out of the tent and relives himself, and on return sea's there are still lots of hot embers in the fire pit and with a little more wood being added the fire comes to life. He sits on the log enjoying watching the flames lapping around the wood and falls asleep again lying on the log. Next thing he knows is Dad is stoking the fire and has the kettle on by now it's about 5:30 am, morning Ryan are your awake so tell me when did you move outside, well I need to have a good pee then saw there was a lot of hot embers so hence the fire got going and sat here watching the flames and thinking then I guess I fell asleep. So what were you thinking about our earlier activities and how to relate that to my mates. I also need to thank you for giving me the experience I'm grateful and I have to admit I enjoyed last evening and would wiling do it again. After packing up our gear Dad said lets have breakfast on the road save another clean up -- sounds good to me. Well we arrived home about midday unpacked, strip off our gear and throw it into the washer and I got that going while Dad was making up two lunch buckets for to-morrow. Dad said what do feel like for supper this evening pizza sounds good to me fine with me. OK then I think if you still in favor I will do your head shave while it's nice and warm as we can do this outside. -- go for it I need to grow up says Ryan Well Ryan got his head shaved and I thought well if it is good enough for him them I must do the same. You should have seen the look on Ryan face when said OK now you have a job to do. Ryan looks at me with a strange look; son you will now shave your Dad's head you're kidding me? No; if it's good enough for you it is certainly good for me. Well both finished with white heads, I got some skin lube out and proceeded to lube both Ryan's and my head with the end result we both got a good shine. Ryan next comment was I guess I'm going to have to some bleacher tight jeans and narrow braces plus my boots so I can look like a skin head! . Rider laughed you just want to look like me when I was a kid, you dad? Oh yes I was a right little bugger according to some folk but really I never got into trouble with the law and don't you get into trouble either otherwise you will not like the result of my form of justice. We both hugged, Son you look good I like your new appearance you're not too bad either dad! Well I got everything together for my first day at work; its sure is going to be a new experience for me as well. I got woken up by dad at the un-godly time of 6:00 am. Dad had open my bedroom door and said get your shower now; I've got the kettle on for tea and will get breakfast going in a few moments see you there in 10 minutes. Well we went to the work site and I'm shown into the office where I meet Joyce and dad said sign this guy up and then let George know his new man is here please -- sure thing Rider. Joyce I'm off on my rounds -- OK Boss see you. That was the first time I knew my Dad was actually the boss! Well I finished up on clean up and such like of the site, it was a hot day and mid-afternoon I had pulled my tee shirt off as I was so sweaty however I was not complaining either. Once home I head for the shower and get cleaned up, Dad is doing the same, I have changed into shorts and nothing else so I start on supper. Dad had got things ready this morning so it was basically a matter of putting supper into the oven. Dad shows up, and goes to the frig and says like a beer Ryan? Please help yourself and then join me outside So how was your day Ryan, well I must admit my arms ache and so do my legs -- that's good son it shows you are now making use of mussels you have never used before. I'm going to buck the legs off my jeans and go commando style, fine with me son but consider wearing a light weight jock strap to keep your nuts supported In two months time your body will be greatly improved, you know Ryan we should get several photo's of you and then when it's time to go back to school photo's again and if we take them all in the same location it should provide evidence of your improve body appearance. I would like that and thank you. Well over the last two months, Ryan has worked well and free from any mishaps, in fact he was compliment by George that he was sorry to loose Ryan but any time he could come back and work for him. That was something George rarely does. Ryan returned to school, his mates said where the heck have you been the last two months -- working! What sort of job -- construction laborer. Sorry don't belief you that's your problem sorry but that's the fact. About the third day it was PT time so everyone stripped including Ryan and put their shorts and singlet's on. Ryan's body really looked good and made for a number of comments from his mates like you been pumping iron on holiday, no just regular work as I said before. One thing Ryan found he could out do his mates in what ever the PT Instructor threw at them and the best thing was he was never out of breath. Just before the end of the class the PT Instructor sent everyone on a run but he called Ryan into his office. Once there he shut the door and asked me what the hell had I been doing during the school vacation, I said working construction, how the hell did you get a job like that, I laughed by saying I have connections. Well I must congratulate you on your performance today and also I admire the appearance of your body. Thanks for your comments Mr. Joe no problem, I hope you don't mind but I'm going to find away of getting the rest of the guys doing more physical exercises and I would like to use you as an example if I may no problem from my end -- thanks says Mr. Joe. Before Ryan could answer his cock had very uncomfortable and needed adjustment resulting in Ryan suddenly turning his back and doing what was required. Sorry Mr. Joe. The instructor is smiling and said you didn't have turn around we are both men and yes you have become a real man and a lot mature over the last two months I just cannot believe the changes in your mannerisms and approach. Thanks Ryan we will see next week please go and get showered and change -- thanks sir. With that Ryan left the office. The next month Ryan was contact by George we have a big job and need some extra help are you free, it's gong to be heavy work as we are pouring concrete over about a three hour period, I'm looking at you handling the vibrator so you will need some hip waders do you have any? No I don't OK what size boots are you wearing -- size 10 gee you really do have good size feet. Ok I'll have something for you and bring two pairs of heavy work socks. Thanks George what time? Be ready I'll pick you up at 6:30 pm and also take you home sometime after midnight. See you Ryan and thanks, I'll let your Dad know what is going on. Well that concrete job was dirty but I'm glad I have maintained my shaved head as I got showered in concrete when the pumper operator screwed up. The other guys on the job swore like hell at him plus they got me washed down quickly as my hard hat came off. Yes I was wet but it was a warm night my hip waders were part filled with water as well but it really didn't worry me. The job was finished and George who is normally a little bit gruff on the job brought out from some where beer for all the crew and I can say everyone appreciated his jesture most of the guys knock back at least three cans or more of beer. Must admit I cut myself at three as I feeling a bit light headed. Well George got me home by about 2:00 am and I quietly slip into the house and strip off everything in the mud room and dumped my gear into the laundry tub filled with lots water then headed for the shower and got cleaned up and then to bed. Next thing I knew was Dad was giving me a wake up call by giving me a wonderful blow job, what time is it just about midday. Hum! -- go and have a cool shower and freshen up I will put the kettle on and we can talk. I arrive in the kitchen and a large mug of tea is poured out for me, lets go and sit outside and tell me all about last night. Well I fill him in on all the activities in including getting a concrete shower and how the crew washed me down, Dad I'm treated as part of crew and they look after my backside the same way I do for them, lets face it we are all family. After about a year working part time Ryan earned himself good name on the job and soon found he was being moved up to the framing crew who were short of crew. It was not long before Ryan got a hand on things, after about four weeks one of the framing crew asked if I was gay, I said yes Kenny I sure am with that he slapped my back and said that's great you will really do well now on our crew as everyone is Gay. My comment was that is really fantastic thanks for telling me, well Ryan it's really good you being open and honest. So Ryan asks Kenny do you ever go camping or rider a dirt bike. Yes I do camp but have not as yet got a dirt bike but have been thinking about it. So Kenny why do you ask? Well something that is not generally known is that the framing crew goes away all together and we would enjoy your company. Lots of us have different fetishes I for one like both rubber and leather clothing and we wear our choice of gear when away. So Ryan do you have any fetishes? Ryan thinks and finally says I guess wearing of camouflage gear as find it comfortable and good for paintball, oh that is great you will fit in well. In the mean time Rider has been looking into going away with Ryan and has been re-searching on the internet what is available in the form of a paintball camp, Rider found one about 50 miles away so after contacting then I went see them and see what they actually offered. The end result was I liked what I saw and made a weeks booking in August for Ryan & myself. I was provided with a sheet giving what we needed and quickly looking through it I saw no problem as we had every thing needed other than a suitable backpack for both of us. This camp is designed to provide fun but also the chance a lot of fathers and sons cannot get at home an intimate chance to get to know each other. Then looking around the internet I found a different type of cruise, a tall ship barefoot cruise and this one was for gay folk dress was optional while at sea and below decks when in port and was taking place in the Caribbean visiting many out of the way islands I arranged to take Ryan for this trip as an Christmas Present during his Christmas break. That coming July Ryan finished his formal schooling with honors and he told me he wanted to get a Trade Ticket. I couldn't have been more pleased; so we got all the forms from manpower and submitted them. Much to my surprise they knocked 15 months off due to his pervious experience. Ryan had turn out to be good with his tools but also his safety aspect... Ryan always wore his 14 hole lace up safety boots and Hi-Vis gear even at school and used safety glasses and had his hard hat at hand which had ear muffs attached since a lot of the work was in the shop. Because his body was so well developed, many folk thought that he was in his late 20's whereas he was only 19 years old. Ryan got his trade ticket and then took course in estimating and bookkeeping, two evenings a week. When I asked why, the answer I got was wait and see Dad. By this time Ryan had got himself a suitable truck complete with side lockers plus the central area that is covered and secured so his tool and such like are safe. Ryan had completed his extra courses and got a good pass on both subjects so that Friday Ryan says dad we are going out to eat to-night at some fancy place you name where you would like to go. It is a very warm evening I will be wearing dress jeans and a loose fitting shirt and sandals so dad dress to be comfortable. Well Dad chooses the "Victorian" on Marine Drive as it has good Greek Food. Once we got there and had a couple of drinks and placed our order, then Dad said why all this expense, Ryan with a big grin on his face said well I passed both the course with 95% the highest of the group. So Dad what do you think of us forming our own construction company and look at either new homes or Reno work which have got many hidden problems. Well Ryan firstly congratulations on your achievements, then Rider starts to laugh I have been thinking the same line and wondering on how to approach you on this matter. However we would need a company name and thought of Camouflage Construction. I had thought of Rider and Son with a slogan of "We are well booted and had a firm understanding of your requirements". We discussed contract forms and mark-ups, by now we had been in the eatery for close to three hours and the eatery wanted to close. So we left and I paid the bill, we talked many evenings of our ideas and then suddenly Dad comes home with some surprising news. Ryan come and sit down and listen what has been offered us, the company has taken on a big job up North and everyone will be working 12 hours a day 6 days a week. The job will last a minimum of 12 months and you are included in this offer. My answer was give me a week to think about it; and then I will give you an answer one way or another. So Ryan what do you think? His Comment was OH! Well one thing I would like to know how many of our existing crew will take up the offer, Ryan I have no idea because I was given this info just before the end of the working day. Give your mates a call and see if they have heard anything -- good idea I'll do that right now. Well he does make contact with the crew he is working with plus some of the others, the general comment was it very interesting but not sure and we know the pay rate will be higher due to Northern Allowance which makes it very tempting. I said I think we should all get together and discuss this face to face -- dammed good idea was the answer I got. OK I'll try and set something up and I'll get Rider to obtain more information. Bye guy's lets all keep in touch on this one as it come be good for all of us. My Dad was sort of listening in and said I'm going to see my Boss and find who has been asked and then suggest that we call a meeting at a suitable location and I'm thinking of the George Inn that has a conference room plus the guys can get themselves a beer or two if they wish. So let's make a list of things we need answers for - Location of job site, is it a construction camp setup, what are the charges to the crew. If camp hope all rooms a single, how far to the nearest town, winter clothing what sort of low temperature. What are we building is it wood or steel or a combination of both. Well Ryan you have never work in a construction camp, it will be a revelation for you as you will meet all types of folk but one thing I can assure you the food will be good and in fact, you can easily over-eat and put on weight. I have worked on several jobs in the past and have been reasonable comfortable plus our rooms were serviced daily. There was also a recreation wing and a concession store. Dad it sounds as if you have already made your mind up -- Not really Ryan I want you with us what ever we do, I love you son. The next morning, Rider got hold of his Boss who had made the offer and made the suggestion that all those invited should get-together at a suitable location and suggested the George Inn that has a large private room. Hey I should have thought of that earlier so what other surprises to have for me. Well I have a list of items common to everyone and I'll Email it to you to think it over as I'm sure it will result in other questions which will need dealing with. Thanks Rider you have given me a lot to think about, after you have done your rounds I'll come and see you; sound good lets make it 8:45 am my office. OK see you there -- cheers and thanks. Come Monday morning both Ryan and I are in early. I get my rounds done and was stopped several times by the crew asking for more information about this offer they had received, all I said I know as much as you do but give me chance to find more out. We will only go if you are there because your are a fair boss and don't hold any punches back either. Well I'm back my office as my boss Tom shows up, Tom says Hi Joyce how are you doing good thanks that's great, I've just make a fresh pot of coffee would either of you like some sure thing I'll bring it in shortly, you don't have wait on us we can help ourselves but thanks anyway. Let's go into my office Tom and I say to Joyce anyone wants me I'm in conference unless it's something really serious I leave to you to keep whoever away. Tom has come with a roll of drawings and put them on plan table, this what we bid on and got the job. Note the location! Good grief you said was north! And you're not kidding either. Now lets look at your list of possible questions yes it's a camp that is divided into many wings so that all our crew will be together, all food and accommodation is supplied free the rooms are serviced daily. The crew can do there own laundry or pay a small fee and have it done for them. Nearest town is 40 miles away but it is small and really not much there. Since the crew will be working in the open during the winter -- special clothing will be provided to ensure safety including winter boots hat liners and special work gloves. The crews one day off needs to be spent relaxing, there are Snowmobiles for hire with the correct safety equipment if you rent one you will be given a training course to ensure safety and provided with a company radio in the case of emergency no one is to travel solo must always by another rider. During the summer time dirt bikes are for hire and the same thing will apply and full protective gear must be worn. These machines are owned by the contractor and service every time they have been out. Wireless Internet is available anywhere in a radius of one mile of the camp so the guys can use the laptops easily, everyone will be provided with an email address and there will be no snooping on finding what sites they have been to either. So for a general get together the room at the George is not large enough so we are going to rent the old community hall and have a beer bar there on the house. All your crew will be invited plus some other crews such as electrician, plumbers etc. Now I know not everyone will go but hopefully most will. So Rider what are you comments, well I was stopped several times on my rounds this morning and asked if was going and several of guys said I didn't go they wouldn't go! A sort of reverse blackmail in my opinion. Tom asks so you're coming I hope, I walk up to Tom grab him gave him a hug you daft bugger did you think I wouldn't. Well you had me worried last Friday when you said you would let me know with a week. Well I needed to discuss this with Ryan and also Ryan has completed a couple of extra courses and passed with flying colors in bookkeeping and estimating and to be honest I would not leave Ryan here on his own. He is a great Son in my opinion and we get on well. I laugh when I look back when he worked for us during his school vacation and when it to return to school old George who can bit of a gruff person said to Ryan anytime you want to work you have got it. Then one weekend George called asking him to work with the concrete crew, there was a bit of a screw up by the pumper operator and Ryan was well coated in cement. The crew grabbed and hosed him well down and other members of the crew went after the pump operator and gave him shit. George had collected him at 6:30 pm and brought him back home about 2:00 am and that was not before George had provided all the crew with some beer. What Ryan as well I said yes and that's fine with me as he said the next morning I only had three as I start to feel the effects he has to learn his limits. Technically he was a school boy in Mans world and I told Tom that Ryan first drinks were here at home. You know Rider you are a progressive father you look after your son and teach him well. That son of yours will do just fine. Tom there is one thing who do we have to deal with the office side of things because if we don't have someone reliable who know our way of working we could run into problems. Good grief I had not thought about that! Is Joyce single or married? She is divorce, do you know if she has a partner? To the best of my knowledge no and has neither a dog nor a cat for pets. She lives in a one bedroom apartment that she rents. Let's invite her in and refill our coffee mugs at the same time. Tom goes in first and says to Joyce lock the door and put a sign back in 15 minutes in the window please and then join us and bring your coffee. I spill the beans to Joyce about most of the crew going up north, Tom you know more about it than I do. Joyce is given all the fact to date. The look on her face was priceless. Tom said there is a secure wing for all the ladies working there you simply use your key and it will let into all places you are authorized to go to. Lastly we love to have you there to keep Rider in order; and further more we don't need and answer straight away but we would like a to know within three days please. This sound like quite an adventure, now Joyce is warned the winter temperatures can be very cold and if you have to go out side you must be dressed correctly. So if you accept our invitation we would love to have you there. Well thank you please let me think about it -- no problem Joyce. Tom then said Friday afternoon starting 1:00 pm all our crew will move over to the community hall and I will meet with all and have more information to pass on so please let all the crews know. We both have work to deal with so I'll see you later Rider and thanks for pointing out my oversights. With that Tom left, Joyce turned to Rider and said you know this might be the best thing for me, I've been in doldrums for some time and been wondering what to do, this could very well be the answer for me a real adventure especially I'm sure many of the crew will take to opportunity to join you; which means I will know some folk right from the start. Thanks Joyce think about it carefully as it will be a big change in the way of living. We will talk about it later as I need to go onto the site to do some follow ups so with that I left the office. Rest of the week went well and come Friday lunch time the guys scrubbed up and headed for the community hall to hear what Tom had to say and also for them to ask questions. So guys I'm going to ask you to sign up for this move and hope you will all join us; the end result was we had a 98% of the crew wanting to move up north especially after one question was asked could there be two weeks gap of wrapping up here so those that wished could drive their truck etc to the new work site -- the answer was given Yes however they were all warned to ensure there trucks were fitted out with block heaters and such like and the correct anti freeze because remember its gets cold over night well down to minus 40o and there would be no covered parking available so please think about it very carefully before you come charging up in your truck. Transportation will be by air and we will charter a plane for the fight up and final return however some of you will want vacation and return south there is a regular air service in and out and we will cover one return flight. Any more questions folk if not then the bar is open please have a beer and talk about it between yourselves and then we sit down again as I'm sure you will come up with other questions. Tom gave them about 30 minutes and then asked every one to sit down again bring your beer with you, so guys any question? No one came forward; OK I was asked a question by a couple of our crew were there any double rooms so that his partner could share the room. I said regrettably all rooms were single but arrangements could be made for a communicating door between the rooms. Now I know many of you have partners and what you do away from the job is your business however on a site like this one; please keep it private as I don't want any problems with other contractors who may be intolerant. Just act the same as you all do on the worksite right now. Oh for your information Riders office will be staffed just the same as our Joyce has agreed to join us all there may be have an extra person there from time to time. Thanks guys have a great weekend we will see you all next week, before you all take off I would like to see all the foremen before you leave -- Thanks. Tom said guys thanks for staying, I would like your thoughts and as we, all know many of our crew have partners working within the company. Here is my idea, lets find out who would like a connecting door installed. I would like to see this is done before anyone else comes on site so this matter is private with in our company. OK your comments men, yes Jim -- I like the idea of doing this before the other crews come on site but how are you going to achieve this. Easy Jim between you all find out who would like this and hopefully we will be able to do it, then I'll get the carpenter foreman, another carpenter plus a helper or apprentice. The rest of the crew will working here getting all tools etc packed into grates for shipping. This means you guys will actually go in ahead of the others. Then in order to allow time for the crew to get personal things sorted out we will give then the Thursday through to and including Monday off. Then fly them up there on the Wednesday giving us the time to get winter clothing issued. Those that go ahead of the others will get the same amount of time off. There are other major changes that will take place and since our company is the general contractor all work gear must be Hi-Vis, other items are the wearing of safety glasses as it can get very dusty. I also plan to get new hard hats for every complete with ear muffs and designed to take helmet liners, the hats will be bright orange and have the company logo I suspect most people will be getting new heavy weight underwear and they should have three sets. I am going to provide our local work-wear store with all the names of those entitled so that they get a good discount. The crew went there way some hanging back wanting to ask questions and so Tom and myself endeavor to answer, as a result it was another two hours before all had departed. Tom said to me what are you doing for supper, well I suspect Ryan has something going by now. Please find out because I think the three of us should eat out sat the let me check Tom and I call Ryan only to find him with a bunch of the others at the Pub. Good Ryan please stay there as Tom asked that you join us for supper we will be there shortly -- see you then Dad Tom and I arrived within about 30 minutes, I located Ryan and indicated where we going sit. Tom said to me what beer does Ryan draught OK I will get a jug and three glasses, a few moment later joined us. Tom said well Ryan what do think of this job north. Well Tom I have never been that far north and look on it as part adventure but also will welcome the experience of working in the Cold weather. We got the menu and place our orders, Tom now your Dad does not know this but I understand you did two extra course especially the one on estimating, yes I did now I'm going to ask you to consider doing estimating on this new site to help relieving your Dad of the work. I feel it will help you in the future, by the way Ryan you now know about my comment about a possible extra person in your office -- you have the answer. Tom also says I sure happy that Joyce will join us, Riders comment I think we are over 50% there with her, she is very reliable and I can trust her to keep her mouth shut when required. You know we must provide her with winter gear and since she normally wears jeans on the job, the wearing of men's insulated work gear should be no problem, as I know she likes to walk and get fresh air. However, I suspect her walks will shorter and in fact, I will make sure she walks with someone else for safety. We had a great supper and Dad invited Tom back to our place, once there Tom gave Rider a big hug saying thanks for your efforts. Suddenly Tom grabs me and I also get similar treatment but I also get Tom's hand down to my crutch, I am already hard -- Ryan you are just like your dad good for you and I get a heavy slap on the back. Well the next day, Tom contacted me suggesting that I go up north take Ryan with you and access what the cost will be for installing these connecting doors. Here are the drawings of these camp trailers and it would appear we can take out two steel wall struts and install a 32" door with regular passageway latches and also put a dead bolt keyed both sides so if crew change and they do not need the connection it makes the pair of rooms both private. Both of you take your tools; I expect you will be away from early Monday morning until Friday getting earliest flight out and hopefully we can meet up lunchtime so you can give me your findings. Things moved along quickly, there were only 8 guys in camp so the cook had an easy time. We checked out the wing in which our crew was going to be located and took the opportunity of selecting our own pair of rooms since Ryan did not as yet have a partner, they were far enough away from the showers so they would be quiet however when they both closer they realized there were eleven rooms each side. We both looked at this and decided it might be a good idea if we had three rooms and converted the middle room to an office but would have to check this out with Tom. We also realized there would be the regular site office but there are times when you need peace and quiet when working on a specific project. We returned to town and meet up with Tom just before lunch time. OK Guys we are going out for a working lunch. Once at the eatery Tom asked what you two would like to drink Ryan said a beer was fine, Rider followed suit so a jug of beer was ordered. So what you opinion of the site and the camp setup? Rider answered by saying everything appears to have been done. Yes the removal of two steel wall struts will allow a 32" door to be installed the costing Ryan will give you. However the trailers have eleven rooms on each side and we would like three rooms if that is possible, the reason being there are times when you need peace and quiet while sorting out problems and doing estimating work. The idea is the office would be between the two bedrooms. Tom says that makes a lot of sense -- you have it. Tom asks so Ryan what do you think of living in camp? I do not know I have never done this before it is very new to me. Do not worry you will have your Dad there to help guide you and I know he is a good guy and will keep you on the rails OK. Rider then asked Tom what you have arranged for fire protection. OH! You have caught me out there; nothing has been done so far; what are your suggestions. Perhaps we should employ a well-trained fire person and set up a volunteer fire department and that means you will have to get a suitable pumper, incidentally where does the water come from? Tom says there is a lake above the camp and the intake is set low down in the lake. Hope it does not freeze during the winter. So Rider what other things can you think of? Well you know me safety is a key element on any job. We must ensure that any crew on the job wear the appropriate safety gear that includes the basics like hard hat complete with ear muffs, safely glasses, hi vis vest or full hi-vis gear which I prefer, work gloves and min 14" high lace up insulated work boots. For the hi-vis gear I like the orange & reflective yellow markings, for hard hats I think our crew should all wear orange and we allocate our sub-contractors there own color with a reflective band. Tom says I agree with everything you have proposed so with our crews what do you suggest. Give them the choice between coveralls or bib overalls and a jacket what ever they prefer we will need to get there clothing size in order for our supplier to have everything in stock. I also think it would be a good idea to get all the crew together and explain to them what they are building, my feeling is keep them all fully involved because somewhere along the project someone will come up with a great idea that will save money. If their idea is used and proved useful we give them a suitable cash reward say starting from $100 upwards but not more than a $1000 Tom looks at me, Rider where did you get that idea. However, I like the concept it is a great incentive to our crew. Well Tom I look on the crew as family and try and treat them as such. About three weeks later, we got all the crew together and showed all the drawings and the Architects concept of the finish product. I then went on about camp life asking first how many had this experience; it turned out that about 6 guys did out of 40 man crew. So I started saying a few tips when you come in from the job site go to the showers put your dirty gear into the washing machine. Now I suggest we set up a rooster so that we all do the laundry for each other, the machines are large and will take several sets of overalls. I am including myself in this job. For drying, we will use the lines out side but when the weather turns foul, we have a drying room. So please make sure your name is on the inside of your overalls. Another thing everyone will be issued with a swipe card, which will have your photo on it plus a bar code that has you blood type and other medical information. The card will be supplied with a suitable chain so you can wear it like a dog tag. This card will let you into your camp wing on site and your private room. Another thing it can be used as you card to pay for items you need to purchase from the concession I want everyone to start each day with clean overalls this will enhance our companies appearance Get your shower and freshen up now when we start there it will only be us there so if you want to walk around in your bare arse or just a jockstrap that is fine however once we get other crews there I suggest a pair of shorts. You will all be issued with two sets of overalls either bibs and jacket or coverall it's your choice, new hard hats, safety glasses, work gloves & helmet liners will be issued once the weather turns cold. So also, have at least two full sets of heavy weight underwear. Regarding work boots recommend minimum 14" high-insulated lace ups; also have some dubbing to well grease your boots. Some of you may need gum boots depending on your work. Now since we will there a long time, haircuts guys help each other out in this area so not a bad idea to have suitable hair clippers in your gear. I suggest doing the cutting either outside or in the shower room. There will be concession on site but really limited in the goods that will be stocked. I plan to get everyone on the new site in two weeks time, this should give everyone time to get there gear together, I would like all personal gear brought to the office two days before departure so we can pack it in a container however those of you that have laptops carry them with you same thing with any cameras. I'll get the departure date to you all ASAP, now please come and pick up your voucher for overalls, hard hats etc and then go to the work wear store in town. If you need new boots use the same voucher and we will do a deduction off your pay Cheque each month until paid off as before. Thanks guys and good luck and I look forward to the first few weeks while we are on our own in camp. Well to day for moving came and only one member of the crew decided to drive to the north, the company chartered an aircraft which was able to land within a short distance from our camp site. Joyce our office lady came with us and the crew was good by helping her get her gear over to the ladies wing As we landed, a fleet of trucks came onto the landing strip to transport everyone to camp. The people driving the trucks ultimately return south in the aircraft we arrived in. Our crew settles in very quickly and I see they take my advice of going either bare arse or just a jock. Joyce got the office up and running pretty quickly, there was furniture in the office trailer however Joyce did some rearranging and the setup was similar to our old place. When I first went into the trailer I didn't recognize Joyce at first as she was wearing Hi-Vis gear the same as our crew. The first few days the crew work really well and I hope this will be the trend though the entire project. Eventually other sub trades came on site and our people sort of acted as site police without being asked. These sub trades were in different wings of the camp and it was encouraged that the different wings were off limits to others. The only camp crew that had access were the housekeepers but they dealt with one wing each we used swipe cards for access so each employee had a private area Showers after a hard days work became great play area's amongst our crew, many of the crew enjoyed there mates shaving them and in some cases very little hair was left. We will not go into details of the play but all I will say I enjoyed myself and because I took part, it sure made our crew a real family. The connected rooms were much appreciated by those concerned, the job went really well. Tom came up on several occasions and in fact he stayed twice for several days got into overalls and joined the crew on the job and enjoyed how our own crew performed especially when getting clean up with guys scrubbing there mates backs etc. Ryan did lot of estimating and became very good at that job then at other times he was on the tools with the framing crew. He really did enjoy himself and at weekends went of out at first on dirt bikes and the later with snowmobile generally in the company of the framing crew. However one weekend he said to me Dad we have to go out on our own how about next weekend and we get two snowmobiles lined up as there are some wonderful places I want to show you. Sounds good Ryan lets do it. Eventually all good things came to an end the project was completed ahead of time by roughly three months and so the camp had to be dismantled and our crew all moved back to home base. This work out well as we all got back two weeks before Christmas and it meant the crew could join up with there families and have a relaxing time. The company decided to have a great big party for all which was sit down meal of steak, corn and salad plus wine on the table; then to the surprise of everyone Tom handed out bonus cheque's to all. So our family went there own way for a four week break. Ryan and I took off on a Tall Ship trip down in the Caribbean it was a gay cruise and we had a great time with each other and saw places we had not seen before. This story is based on facts and it shows you how folks can live and work together in harmony whether straight or gay.