Safari Tent Renewal
2024Relocation and renovation of the safari tent and arrival of the Tiny House.
- The safari tent from 2017 was moved to a new elevated spot, cleaned, and fitted with a beautiful veranda; it looks like new again!
- In addition, a Tiny House for rental was placed behind the reception.
Safari Lodge & Fishing
2023A unique experience on the beach.
- Our pride, a safari lodge, was placed with its own veranda and fishing spot on the beach.
- A touch of experience at a beautiful location on the campsite.
- Moekesgat is home to many fish species and is a popular spot for fishing.
Highlights
2022Opening Tipisch Ter Apel and a special wedding.
- The opening of Tipisch Ter Apel by Alderman Giny Luth was a highlight.
- We combined this with our wedding; we had wonderful days!
- New paving was laid at the reception and leading to the chalets.
Overnighting on the Water
2021Building the camping raft and popular chalets.
- The two chalets overlooking the lake are popular in every season.
- The camping raft was also built on floats by our own team.
- The first outlines of the sanitary facilities for group accommodation Tipisch Ter Apel were established.
Renewal & Atmosphere
2020A new conservatory and cozy fire pits.
- The Beachhouse was ready for a new look, including a new conservatory.
- Pruning behind the Beachhouse created new camper and parking spaces.
- The fire pit at the Beachhouse is the place for cozy afternoons and evenings with music and marshmallows.
Discovering Moekesgat
2019The Beachhouse becomes a versatile meeting place.
- The Beachhouse became more than just a meeting spot: meetings, parties, weddings, and reunions.
- The tent is bustling all year round. Location Moekesgat is a true discovery for schools, associations, and companies.
- The steel motorboat is the ideal way to explore the lake.
Sports & Relaxation
2018New entrance, water slide, and the first Triathlon.
- Moekesgat received a new entrance at the road, and the water slide made its debut.
- The first Moekes Lounge was organized at the Beachclub.
- And to top it off, the first Triathlon became a splashing success.
Events & Growth
2017The start of traditions like the New Year's Dive and MudRun.
- From rescue to buildup, to growth.
- The first furnished tent made its appearance.
- The first, now traditional, New Year's Dive was organized.
- And the first Moekes MudRun launched the popular MudGrunn events.
- And the beautiful fire pit that now stands prominently at Tipisch Ter Apel.
Modernization
2016Renovation of the reception and playground equipment.
- Moekesgat got a reception with a desk built by Ronald's father.
- The campsite car, the Jimny, was branded. Despite being written off twice, it was brought back to life and is still on the road.
- Modern playground equipment replaced the classics. The Quad was the hit of the year among staff and family.
The Great Cleanup
2015From a jungle to a beautiful recreation spot.
- Moeke's jungle became Moekesgat again with pruning shears, shovels, and heavy machinery.
- The municipality turned the public area into a beautiful place for residents to enjoy.
- In just one year, Moekesgat made a journey through time across decades.
A New Beginning
2014Wim, Robert, and Ronald breathe new life into the campsite.
- In 2013, we became the new tenants of Camping Moekesgat. Wim, Robert, and Ronald brought the campsite back to life.
- We started in July, followed by the opening of the cafeteria in August.
- The sanitary building and the Beachhouse were the first of many gems.
Transition to the Modern Era
1966 - 1972Natural water made way for modern facilities, but the name remained.
- The municipality of Vlagtwedde built a new, modern swimming pool (opened in 1966) adjacent to the pond, which was officially named "Moekesgat". The adjacent campsite opened simultaneously.
- Although the operation of the old 'Bad Fietje' stopped in 1972, the name lives on. 'Moekesgat' is now the name of the modern campsite.
- The original pond of Moeke and Fietje is still used by many for ice skating during severe winters.
Growth and Flourishing: The Fietje Era
1935 - 1966Under Mr. Geert Fietje and his son, the complex grew into a grand recreation resort.
- Expansion: The complex added rowboats, canoes, pedal boats, a raft, and the famous 'poale'.
- Swimming Lessons: Lifeguard Heini ter Veen gave the well-known lessons using the 'fishing rod' method.
- Facilities: Long rows of changing cabins, a shallow pool with rings, sandboxes, and a roller slide.
- Even after the Second World War, the pond served a purpose, first as a storage site for German weaponry, and later for fishing by Polish soldiers.
The Visionary: Willem Moeke and the Name
1924 - 1935The true transformation began with the visionary gaze of Willem Moeke.
- In 1924, Willem Moeke bought the entire pond for the symbolic sum of 100 guilders. He saw potential in operating it as a swimming pool.
- After the construction of bathhouses, the pool quickly earned the name: 'Moeke's Gat'.
The Birth of a 'Hole'
1920 - 1924The foundation for the current recreation area was created by industrial development.
- The Beginning: The site was owned by Mr. Stoker and Mr. Beckmann.
- The pond itself is the result of large-scale excavations to raise the nearby railway yard, resulting in a deep, seemingly 'worthless' water hole.