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The Northeast EOC Summer Bug & Humidity Festival II
August 25-28, 2006 * Loop 7 * North-South Lake * Haines Falls, NY
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Come For The Day * Come For The Weekend
Food, Fun, Festivities & Fanatical Element Owners
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Details at: http://www.pnltybx88.com/element/Bug...theasthome.htm (http://www.pnltybx88.com/element/BugandHumidityII/Northeasthome.htm)
Campground Information at: http://www.dec.state.ny.us/website/do/camping/campgrounds/northsouth.html (http://www.dec.state.ny.us/website/do/camping/campgrounds/northsouth.html)
EOC chatter at: http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24029&page=7 (Post 70)
Important Highway Information at: http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showpost.php?p=293708&postcount=1
Camping? Reserve sites at Loop 7 ASAP. First come, first served! $18/night plus $9 reservation fee. Inside the loop is full. Outside spaces along the top of the loop are recommended.
Not into camping? Local accommodations at http://www.hunterbnb.com/
Coming for the day? Head for Loop 7 and look for the Elements. There will be parking at the campsites for day visitors. $6/vehicle entrance fee.
Bring the family. Bring the dog. Bring bikes, canoes and kayaks. Bring food & beverage. And don't forget to bring the Element!
Community dinner and campfire Saturday evening at the Loop 7 campsite.
No host lunch on Sunday has been moved from the North Lake beach pavillion to Loop 7.

Thanks Mike!

I'm there on site 218.....
bump,
jurn

Sorry, I'll be on my honeymoon for the week........

Congratulations, Funktional!

I reserved 214 and got the day off.

Bump,
Dan

I'm coming back from Cali that weekend. :( can't be there.

Densie and I just had an offer accepted on a house.....WooHooo!!.....and are in the process of selling our condo. A very busy time for us but we will still do our best to make it.

Any maps of the campground or Loop 7?

Nice Mike! you better be there though or we will hunt you down!!!!

here is Loop 7

Nice Map Carly!:cool:

Where are the crazy people bunkering down?......Lots of options here!:-)

Congrats Mike & Denise but that's not good enough to get out of coming....:D

back on the other thread Carly suggests the inside sites in the loop as parts of the outside could get wet.

And Bald Eagle suggested you reserve now - you can always get your money back, except for $9. but at least you'll be next the the EOC'ers.

We aren't sure who slipped into "our" area on one of the sites.
Makes your ressies now!
Where's the house?
Near and salsa or hot sauce factories?
jurn

i keep saying to myself that i need to go to one of these meets but i never end up going, but i just reserved a site so i'm in and looking forward to it!

katie

i keep saying to myself that i need to go to one of these meets but i never end up going, but i just reserved a site so i'm in and looking forward to it!

katie

What site number and we'll in it on our map, and how many nights are you coming for?
......So glad you're coming..
This should be a really good one......
Will be fun to meet faces.
jurn

i keep saying to myself that i need to go to one of these meets but i never end up going, but i just reserved a site so i'm in and looking forward to it!

katie
Excellent! Also got a pm from jesbecause that they were trying to reserve a site. Always good to see new faces. There were several at the Spring Meet and we think they're coming back. In spite of talk about Misfits, pole dancing and "T", it's not nearly as raucous a group as it appears on line.

Plus, you get to see the 8th (maybe 10th or 11th) Wonder of the World...RamblerDan's acutely modified Element.

PS- Sent out over 125 PMs and e-mails, so we should see some new faces in August!

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If you have never camped before and want to try it I know there are some of us who have extra gear. Just throw a post in here somewhere and we will see what we can do.

Started a site so all the info is in one spot: http://www.pnltybx88.com/element/BugandHumidityII/Northeasthome.htm

It's still in the works.

Started a site so all the info is in one spot: http://www.pnltybx88.com/element/BugandHumidityII/Northeasthome.htm

It's still in the works.

Great job Carly, can you add a button for info or concept of the weekend, like the communal dinner Saturday night, or visiters can just do Sunday, etc etc if there is anything else pertaining to the agenda, how about hubhuss sp,?(Harry) he might have music for one night. We can bribe him, he's easy going.:)
jurn

Yep working on all of that. I'll have it done by the end of the weekend.

Yep working on all of that. I'll have it done by the end of the weekend.

I also really like the color tones and info layout design in Bald Eagles on the top of this page. Maybe a cut and paste for you?
:)
jurn

I also really like the color tones and info layout design in Bald Eagles on the top of this page. Maybe a cut and paste for you? jurn
Thanks! (blush), but the cut and paste wouldn't really fit in Carly's layout.

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I plan on fitting everything Bald Eagle wrote onto the site. I couldn't really get all those colors to mesh right on a whole site. Was home sick today so for awhile I sat here and totally over thought how I wanted it to look. Then I just went with a simple design. Used a black background because it was easier to make things stand out.

What site number and we'll in it on our map, and how many nights are you coming for?
......So glad you're coming..
This should be a really good one......
Will be fun to meet faces.
jurn


site 193....i haven't been camping in about 2 or 3 years, but this is my second trip planned for this summer and i'm excited!!

katie

I plan on fitting everything Bald Eagle wrote onto the site. I couldn't really get all those colors to mesh right on a whole site. Was home sick today so for awhile I sat here and totally over thought how I wanted it to look. Then I just went with a simple design. Used a black background because it was easier to make things stand out.
Looks good. When you get it all done, I'll simplify the Official Announcement that I did and just link it to your page.

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Has anyone else reserved a site that isn't listed on the meet site?

190 Bald Eagle & Shoping Eagle
193 wickedhuff
210 ShaneS & Girlfriend
214 RamblerDan
216 Carly(cai88) & Rick
217 MsGail
218 Jurneez & Vinnie the Dog

Has anyone else reserved a site that isn't listed on the meet site?

190 Bald Eagle & Shoping Eagle
193 wickedhuff
210 ShaneS & Girlfriend
214 RamblerDan
216 Carly(cai88) & Rick
217 MsGail
218 Jurneez & Vinnie the Dog
Just the guy with the Chevy in 215. He has no idea what he's in for. :-P Are we going to chip in for a community site?

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Just the guy with the Chevy in 215. He has no idea what he's in for. :-P Are we going to chip in for a community site?

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Wouldn't it be great to attach black or grey panels all over the chevy at night and square it off. :D

I'll chip in towards community site. Mike this time I will, last time I forget to track you and or UM to discuss $$$.

j.

Tami and I just reserved 198 for Friday and Saturday nights. I tried for 195 but my transaction didn't go through due to my not putting in a 4 digit year on my expiration date. You'd think they could have an error page which would allow you to go back and fix something but, no, the whole thing just disappears into the ether...

Sorry, I'm rambling. Anyway, we're looking forward to it, I'm bringing the guitar, get your requests in. I'm working on the Buffett for Uncle Mike! Great site, Carly, thanks a lot!

I'll chip in for a common site. Did someone lay out funds for the group on the last trip? B.E. Mike or U. Mike, let me know and I'll kick in for that too.

I'm bringing the guitar, get your requests in.
Aiko Aiko?

Common Site Is Booked!

I just reserved 212 for Fri/Sat, so either 190 or 212 can be the common site. Will accept any contributions to defray the $45 fee when we all get together.

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I'll chip in for a common site. Did someone lay out funds for the group on the last trip? B.E. Mike or U. Mike, let me know and I'll kick in for that too.


Aiko Aiko?

Aiko Aiko it is! That's one I've actually played before...

I'll chip in for the group site, too.

Just curious what the significance of "Inside Loop 7" is?

Are the other sites sold out? Are these sites blocked for us or is this simply a way to have us closer together?

The reason I'm asking is that I noticed Dan, Carly & Jurn are in the Outside Loop.....Wassupp wit dat? Is that a designated area for MISFITS?:evil:

I'm requesting Johnny Cash-Ring of Fire:cool:

Just curious what the significance of "Inside Loop 7" is?

Are the other sites sold out? Are these sites blocked for us or is this simply a way to have us closer together?

The reason I'm asking is that I noticed Dan, Carly & Jurn are in the Outside Loop.....Wassupp wit dat? Is that a designated area for MISFITS?:evil:

In post #67 and 70 there's information regarding wet sites and vinnie.

In the beginning.....way early thread, Carly and Gail decided that the outside of loop could get wet if we had rainy weather, however, the last few sites where you see Paul, Gail, and I are because Carley and Gail stated they were the higher dry ones on the outside loop. Inside loop is all dry.

Original reasons:
1. to keep Vinnie isolated as he's still limping and healing.
2. Carly, Gail and I are staying until Monday so we grouped.

The entire inside loop is dry as I understand it. Sites are filling fast.


ATT Carly - Mysticfalcon is on site 199.


can't wait...
jurn -

campers
190 Bald Eagle and Shopping Eagle
193 Wickedhuff
198 Hmbhuss1 and Tami
199 Mysticfalcon
210 ShaneS and girlfriend
212 Reserved for parking
214 Ramblerdan
215 ?? (guy with Chevy?)
216 Carly and Rick
217 Msgail
218 jurneez and Vinnie the dog

Campers?
jesbecause ?
robertkeirstead ?

Sunday visiters for lunch
The Rube
Loco
not sure???

ds97a
Uncle Mike?
jpennington?

Was trying to get a fix on this, just curious. Am I close.....????

jurn

Just curious what the significance of "Inside Loop 7" is?
Are the other sites sold out? Are these sites blocked for us or is this simply a way to have us closer together? The reason I'm asking is that I noticed Dan, Carly & Jurn are in the Outside Loop.....Wassupp wit dat? Is that a designated area for MISFITS?
Yeah...seemed strange to me too. "Hey,everybody...sign up for sites inside the loop!" So I reserve a spot in the "designated zone" and find out that everyboy else is booking outside the loop. Talked to my therapist and he said not to worry about it. We had a long discussion about being "inside the loop" vs. "out of the loop" and decided that inside the loop is better.

Hey Mike, 195 is in the middle of the pack and still available (I think). Harry had a data entry problem trying to reserve 195 and moved on to a different site.

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Yeah...seemed strange to me too. "Hey,everybody...sign up for sites inside the loop!" So I reserve a spot in the "designated zone" and find out that everyboy else is booking outside the loop. Talked to my therapist and he said not to worry about it. We had a long discussion about being "inside the loop" vs. "out of the loop" and decided that inside the loop is better.

Hey Mike, 195 is in the middle of the pack and still available (I think). Harry had a data entry problem trying to reserve 195 and moved on to a different site.

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Tonight when I spoke with customer service they said 195 was taken, drats, watch it be a computer glitch and it was really available. I was calling for someone else. So if 195 is open again, grab it quick....

Hey guys, it was just the last few sites on the outside loop was dry and it kept us across from each other. I just did what I was told, inside the loop, outside the loop, who cares, just think inside the box!:)
jurn

I couldn;t sleep in on a Saturday, guess I'm use to getting up at 5:30 a.m. every day.....so here's a map with names, just killing time.
jurn

I live a stone's throw from Haines Falls and I would like to think that my suggestion of Haines Falls to cai88 helped plan this! I finally, finally got the horrible noise from my windshield fixed ... although I don't want to JINX!

Hopefully I will have some mods by then ....

Your suggestion helped alot. That area just has so much to do. Maybe you can keep us updated on the road construction on 23a. We had to take a detour that set us off course an hour and a half.


Don't know what happened with inside the Loop...lol Oh well..for now let's just try to fill the rest of Loop 7. I just don't want anyone to get a soggy campsite.

Just booked site #205 for Saturday & Sunday!:)

Jurn...No offense taken regarding inside/outside of the loop. We will be happy with the common folks in our own little segregated area....JUST KIDDING!!....really....just bustin' ya!;-)

Nice job Carly, Jurn, Bald Eagle, Gail, Catskills Grrl and anyone else who has played a role in putting this together. We are looking forward to it!

How about a theme for our Saturday night campfire party with Harry?

Since Harry was kind enough to say he'll try and learn a Jimmy Buffet song and is going to play: Iko Iko.....How about if we all wear Hawaiian Shirts?:cool: I've got some festive hats and leis from my dj props, as well as a limbo pole, some grass skirts (one in your size Bald Eagle!) coconut bras, etc. Can you imagine the great photos and belly laughs we'll have in this attire?....plus we'll be one heck of a fun audience for Harry!:-D

Anyone second this idea?

How about some tropical sing-A-long requests for Harry?

Day-o.................Harry Belafonte
Kokomo..............The Beach Boys
Margaritaville.......Jimmy Buffet (for all of the "T" drinkers!)

ps--We will pitch in on the community site. I say that everyone simply divide $45.00 by the number of EOC sites rented and give that amount to Bald Eagle so he dosn't pay more than his share.

...I've got some festive hats and leis from my dj props, as well as a limbo pole, some grass skirts (one in your size Bald Eagle!) coconut bras, etc.
Eagles don't wear grass skirts. Not dignified enough. Besides, they inhibit soaring. :cool:

Can you imagine the great photos and belly laughs we'll have in this attire?....plus we'll be one heck of a fun audience for Harry!
...and we oughta be able to drive the guy with the Chevy out of Space #215 by about 9 p.m. on Friday night. :razz:

ps--We will pitch in on the community site. I say that everyone simply divide $45.00 by the number of EOC sites rented and give that amount to Bald Eagle so he dosn't pay more than his share.
Don't forget the 15% gratuity for parties of 10 or more!

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Watch out Mike, Bald Eagle will ask to have you pay his taxes next! He tried that in the spring.......wirey he is.....:D

The whole Hawaiian thing flies with me.

The gadgits, well, don't mention the pole to some people:-P
Although I don't know about the coconut bra thing, I'd hold judgement on that.

Thanks Catskill Grrl for the input to Carly. Are you coming? Maybe I missed this info somewhere?

Hey Carly, Hope you don't mind I threw in your camp map with names. Darn, I just couldn't sleep, man I hate that when that happens, especially when Vinnie is snoring away.

jurn

Updated
If you aren't on here tell us and we'll add you in.

Updated
If you aren't on here tell us and we'll add you in.
I hope Space #195 is an EOC member, not another cretin with a Chevy pickup.

Watch out Mike, Bald Eagle will ask to have you pay his taxes next! He tried that in the spring.......wirey he is....
Yeah, but it didn't do me any good. Had to pay them myself. As a retiree, living on a fixed income, huddled in a cold, dark room, eating cat food to survive, I do what I can to pick up an extra buck here and there...unless it involves wearing a grass skirt.


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Eagles don't wear grass skirts. Not dignified enough. Besides, they inhibit soaring.

No problem Mike.......then you will have the honor of wearing the coconut bra, floral leis and tropical hat with a matching band and going over and introducing yourself on behalf of the group, to the truckdrivers on sites 195 and 215!:lol:

Oh great - this will really look good to the west coast.:confused:
Guys running around in coconut bras and grass skirts trying to pick up the "pick up" guys.....jeeeez, could it get any weirder, wait don't answer because I know the answer's yes.

Actually, it'll probably attract some.

Bald Eagle As for retired and eating cat food in the cold corners, well, you could try tuna fish, or dog food. We don't feel too bad for ya, can ya tell?;-)

Now, let's see, I need to go off and design a costume.
Not likely to be explosive and wild with me. Those days are over.
in a while,

And by the way, I thought, we actually don't don't know who is on either of those sites yet, but there's prob some E people who haven't told us where they are. i.e. robertkeirstead and jesbecause.....they're probably sitting back laughing their butts off seeing us on line worried about chevy's...:D


jurn

Hi:

Karen and I never made it to Haines Falls last weekend because the road from the Northeast 23a ( I think ) is closed about 5 miles from Haines Falls. After searching for some help at a small variety store... the locals basically said you can't get there from here. Actually the detour was a 90 min side trip so we headed back north.

For the Summer Meet... is there an alternative route... so we can get there in a reasonable time..?

Thanks

Bob & Karen

Oh great - this will really look good to the west coast.
Guys running around in coconut bras and grass skirts trying to pick up the "pick up" guys.....

And that is a news flash for people on the WEST coast?:shock: ............:lol:

Actually you've just given me a great idea!:

A contest for:

Wildest Outfit
Funniest Outfit
Coolest Outfit

I need Bald Eagles witty, literary expertise to come up with a name for this spectacle which could serve as one of the campfire highlights!:-P

Bob and Karen, I'm pretty sure we saw you on the way out. We really couldn't get around the 90 minute detour but that should be taken care of by August. Hopefully, Catskills Girl can give us a road update.

I'm all for a Hawaiian theme Mike!! Great Idea!! Rick would be happy to wear a coconut bra:-D

Hi:

You should have launched some surface to air missles... and we would have stopped... it had been a long weekend in the rain in the Berkshires... and we were running out of dry sox if you know the feeling... Sorry we missed you.... I am going to book a site... now...

Thanks

Bob

I'm all for a Hawaiian theme Mike!! Great Idea!! Rick would be happy to wear a coconut bra

Alright!.....looks like the Hawaiian party them is a GO!!:-D

For safety purposes I'll try and find Rick a shorter grass skirt since he'll probably get elected to be the campfire-man again!:cool:

Hi:

Karen and I have booked site 207 so add us to the map. See you all in August.... hopefully the sun will come out before then so I can dry the tent...

Bob & Karen

Hi:

You should have launched some surface to air missles... and we would have stopped... it had been a long weekend in the rain in the Berkshires... and we were running out of dry sox if you know the feeling... Sorry we missed you.... I am going to book a site... now...

Thanks

Bob

You were actually stopped. We all flew by. There was no cell signal so I couldn't get ahold of Gail or Shane to turn around.

Wow.. sorry I didn't see it was you... I recall saying to Karen.. there goes an Element...... oh well... you were on your way home... we were so wet... it was amazing..

I have booked site 207... for Aug... 25th and 26th... will take friday off.. and try and get in by noonish...

Thanks

Bob

udated
North South Campers. and a few others ?????? Chevy's?

I'm requesting Johnny Cash-Ring of Fire:cool:
Great idea! I've always wanted to learn that. I think you mentioned it at Tentback.

Uncle Mike: I'll bring some shakers and stuff for everyone to play along. Everybody should sing, too. And if anybody else plays something, bring it along!

I just checked ReserveAmerica site for 195's availability and it's still showing as unavailable. Maybe this is their way of keeping the place from getting too crowded. As transactions fail, those campsites remain open. What a wacky way of going about things. Sounds like something I would program...:|

No problem Mike.......then you will have the honor of wearing the coconut bra, floral leis and tropical hat with a matching band and going over and introducing yourself on behalf of the group, to the truckdrivers on sites 195 and 215!
Uhhh...just double-checked the calendar and we...uhhh...might not be able to...uhhh...make it after all.

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and we...uhhh...might not be able to...uhhh...make it after all.


ooops!:-o

Not to smart of me to scare off one of the groups trusty leaders!:rolleyes:

It's ok Bald Eagle, since Carly has already said Rick won't mind sporting a pair of coconuts,
You are off the hook!:razz:

We have to make sure Rick drinks a bit first..of course I can get him to do just about anything:evil:

Jurn:

Thank you for adding Karen and I to the Camp Site Map for the Summer Meet.

Bob

I'm sooo on board for the Hawaiian shirts! Just happened to receive one this week with flamingos, so can continue the flamingo theme from last outing.

Well Ive got some good News. I'm in 195. I had tried to reserve it and the system said that My credit card wouldnt go through. I had someone else reserve me a site. I just got an e-mail today, 4 days later saying that im confirmed for site 195.

announcement

site #199 is open. So if anyone needs a site please PM me..
The cost is a reasonable $245. for two nights.....kidding.....
Really, $18, friday, $18 Saturday and $9. reg fee. $45,total and you're there!

How can you go wrong?
I will cancel this site in a couple of days, so grab it now!

Thanks,
jurn

Jurn, I know Jesbecause was going to reserve a site. Maybe you want to pm her and work something out.

Jurn, I know Jesbecause was going to reserve a site. Maybe you want to pm her and work something out.


Thanks,
I pm'ed jesbecause and jpennington both. If no one wants it, I'll cancel it in a couple days.

Sometimes the computer world is full of glitches.......

thanks,
jurn

And where the heck is Ds97a???? I'll hunt you down Dan!! Remember we're neighbors.

And where the heck is Ds97a???? I'll hunt you down Dan!! Remember we're neighbors.

I also pm'ed to get him on the map and he's not getting back. He's trying to wiggle out, you go get him Carly!

He should be there!
j

Anybody smoke cigars ? And what's your brand ? I prefer la gloria series R

Somebodys gotta watch the fire all night

Do they have ample firewood up there

I figure i'll need at least a 1/4 cord for 2 days

Smores for the ladies ?

jack for the men

Redstar ,, plenty of red star

Update and had a few changes
(Your fault Mystic :-P )

Site 199 is available please pm me if you're interested.
Thanks,
jurn

We'll definetly have a fire. In fact from now on our meet includes a professional firefighter-firestarter aka my boyfriend...lol

So sit back relax and enjoy the fire and music. I'm sure you could also find someone to smoke a cigar with you.

Jurn, I know Jesbecause was going to reserve a site. Maybe you want to pm her and work something out.

sorry she be a he

chris

like that helps

bring back PAT SNL

sorry she be a he

chris

like that helps

bring back PAT SNL

she ---- he who cares, just bring the goods to camp and enjoy a great time.

Seeing all the mods is a big part of discussion and having a great time is the other part.
P.S. you're on the map jes

LOL sorry bout that. I thought when you said your name was Ruby in another thread.

Trust me everyone thinks I'm a guy here thanks to my avatar and my E doesn't help either.

LOL sorry bout that. I thought when you said your name was Ruby in another thread.

Trust me everyone thinks I'm a guy here thanks to my avatar and my E doesn't help either.

it is quite a manly E:grin:
j.

I wouldn't have it any other way:D

Favorite movie - Wizard of oz - ruby slippers ! R/R -Still get frightened by the witch!

I'll get you my pretty and your little dog too !

Pretty funny. That's my boyfriend's favorite movie. I always make fun of him for it:lol:

UPDATED (it seems I left Carly off, sorry)
It's complete now.
j

p.s. as a reminder, Carly and Gail who snooped out the sites suggested inside the loop for drynees in case it's wet.

I hope that person in 215 is an E owner...lol

I hope that person in 215 is an E owner...lol


Like I said, in the middle of the night, we put square panels on it, sqaure it right off, make it two tone and see how how the owner likes being in the middle of misfits.....:D
j:grin:

Haha yeah they are in for such a treat :lol:

Pretty funny. That's my boyfriend's favorite movie. I always make fun of him for it:lol:
:shock: Everybody that I know who claims that is their favorite movie also claim that Zig-Za:twisted:...uhhhh...never mind.

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announcement

Site 199 has been taken and the map will be corrected tonight.
Thank you,
jurn

Anybody smoke cigars ? And what's your brand ?
I'm in for cigars around the fire as long as we can keep downwind of the non-smokers. I generally smoke Ashtons.

I'm in for cigars around the fire as long as we can keep downwind of the non-smokers. I generally smoke Ashtons.
Damn, another reason not to come.

My wife quit smoking about a year and a half ago (third attempt in a 45 year smoking career). We were over at a friend's house several months ago and he lit up one of his Cuban cigars. Pamela went absolutely freaking crack-addict nuts. Couldn't get enough of it. It was embarrassing. Closest we've come to divorce since the "kitchen tile selecting incident" in 1984.

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Favorite movie - Wizard of oz - ruby slippers ! R/R -Still get frightened by the witch!

I'll get you my pretty and your little dog too !
That's our little dog's nickname: Too! LOL

BTW, I enjoy a good cigar as well (Macanudo) from time to time, but the wife does not, so I'll have to assess my degree of whippeditude that night... :-P

updated june 13, 2006

sites are filling up fast, this will be fun!
j.

Whoa, at this rate we'll have to start taking flood sites...

Whoa, at this rate we'll have to start taking flood sites...
Wow! Fourteen sites reserved and it's only mid-June. That means we have spaces (so far) for twenty-eight Elements.

If you're thinking about coming for the day, looks like we'll have plenty of room.

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So here you are , outside loop and the water starts coming in the tent ?
Flood ?????????
Fellow element owners ??????????????????????
Guy in chevrolet (215) ???????????????
Don't worry about it ...................


I BOUGHT AN "E"

So here you are , outside loop and the water starts coming in the tent ?
Flood ?????????
Fellow element owners ??????????????????????
Guy in chevrolet (215) ???????????????
Don't worry about it ...................


I BOUGHT AN "E"


yes, I hear they are directionally navigatable. Complete ability to float and assume a direction. Good luck, over on the outside loop.

Seriously, in August it should be dry enough but there was an honest mention of the outside loop being wet during really bad weather but .......not in dry August.
Don't worry, we'll make the fire bigger.:evil:
jurn

Not all of the outside loop was wet. All the sites you guys are in were higher up and dry.

Any room left?

Is there a place for off-roading? I live near NYC so its kinda hard to find some places for that aorund here. Also, if I do decide to make it, this would be my first time i've ever been camping, so i'm wondering if people are allowed to drink, just in case I find camping boring. ;)

I'd like to go but it all depends if my girlfriend can go with me. I know she would want to go anywhere I want to go, its just a matter of if she can or not.

How many spots left?

We have tons of room left and Jurneez posted a map of the available sites.You can drink while camping(See Tentback Mt Thread)

As far as off-roading in the area not sure about with our cars. I don't think you would really wanna offroad in the E. You can rent 4 wheelers right across the street from the campsite.

We have tons of room left and Jurneez posted a map of the available sites.You can drink while camping(See Tentback Mt Thread)

As far as off-roading in the area not sure about with our cars. I don't think you would really wanna offroad in the E. You can rent 4 wheelers right across the street from the campsite.

Thumbs up for drinking :) (i'm not a crazy alcoholic just in case you were thinking that).

I should've said "light off-roading" just to feel the 4 wheels going at the same time. This is my first 4WD car so I want to feel it going.

But anyways, i'm ready to make the reservation... my girlfriend is very excited. So what exactly do I need to do to make the reservations? I see the number to call but what "spot" do I reserve? Which ones are still open? Any help with this would be greatly appreciated, either through here or PM. Thanks.

By the way, what are the possibilities of fellow EOC members helping me installing some mods like racks, grills and side steps while there? :) I'm not a big handy type of guys, that means I dont own any tools. I would love to learn from the masters, while doing hands on training.

This was in your pm but you might need to check online with Reserve America again. I think 201 and 203 were still open but I was in a rush so check again....
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Originally Posted by jurneez
site 209 and 211, also in inside of loop 201 and 203.

You should call asap. Sites are filing fast and we're trying to keep the E folks all together. Also you can always get your money back, except for $9. and that's worth it to hold the site.
Costs - $19 Friday, $18 Saturday and a $9. state reg fee. All refundable except the 9 if you cancel.
Total $45 for two nights.

Call or go line to Reserve America, New Youk state, North-South Campground, loop 7

All these sites looked empty at 7:41a.m. this morning (yesterday).


Hope you can make it and for first time campers make a post saying that and you'll get people offering their extra gear, air matress, whatever. I sleep in the E but they are really good about sharing whatever thay have extra.
cya there I hope,

jurn

Ok for the crazy alcoholics we will now provide an AA meeting on Sunday....lol just kidding.

Book your site ASAP so your not stuck next to a Ford Escort. Also, If you need help with camping equipment let us know.

As far as mods there might be people that will help. I am not one of the handy ones.

By the way, what are the possibilities of fellow EOC members helping me installing some mods like racks, grills and side steps while there? :) I'm not a big handy type of guys, that means I dont own any tools. I would love to learn from the masters, while doing hands on training.

Hey guys we got another newbie here. With a little or alot of "T" just think of the mods we could come up with. :twisted:

Just kidding glad to see so many new element owners joining us.

Thumbs up for drinking :) (i'm not a crazy alcoholic just in case you were thinking that).
Only one of the group is a crazy alcoholic...and we all know who that is.
I should've said "light off-roading" just to feel the 4 wheels going at the same time. This is my first 4WD car so I want to feel it going.
I looked for some locations on-line under Catskills Off-Roading and didn't find anything near North-South Lake, but there may be some local clubs that have sites.

But anyways, i'm ready to make the reservation... my girlfriend is very excited. So what exactly do I need to do to make the reservations? I see the number to call but what "spot" do I reserve? Which ones are still open? Any help with this would be greatly appreciated, either through here or PM. Thanks.
Looks like that's covered.

By the way, what are the possibilities of fellow EOC members helping me installing some mods like racks, grills and side steps while there? :) I'm not a big handy type of guys, that means I dont own any tools. I would love to learn from the masters, while doing hands on training.
Before or after the "drinking" festivities? Maybe during? That could provide an afternoon of interesting entertainment. RamblerDan can show you how to cut the top off of your steering wheel! :)

1698

Is there a common space for awnings or campfire, or are the sites more or less Balkanized?

Is there a common space for awnings or campfire, or are the sites more or less Balkanized? My understanding is that's what we're going to use the "extra" site for.

1700

28 falls on a Monday. Does that mean everybody is going to be spending Sunday night there? I just want to make sure so I can take off from work.

28 falls on a Monday. Does that mean everybody is going to be spending Sunday night there? I just want to make sure so I can take off from work.

Guessing I'd say most folks are staying Friday and Saturday nights. Msgail, cai88 (Carly) and myself are all staying an extra night. heading out on Monday.
There might be some others staying but I'm not sure who they are.

After the Limbo contest many might be staying with broken backs!:D

Your welcome to stay or not. We thought an extra day might be fun.
Can you make it to work if you stay? Leave at sunrise????

Don't forget to let me know what site you take so I can post it on the map. Either in here or send a pm.

jurn

I'm only staying Fri. and Sat. nights, but others will stay over Sun.

I'm only staying Fri. and Sat. nights, but others will stay over Sun.

We need to do an extensive conversation on newspapers, before I'm on T.:D

j.

updated june 13, 2006

sites are filling up fast, this will be fun!
j.

Seems like there are only two spots left inside the loop 201 and 203. Hmm, next to Uncle Mike or jstatik ... decisions decisions... hmm ok which one of you two is a drinker? :D

EDIT: Ok to make it easy on Uncle Mike and jstatik, let me just give you a brief description of ourselves:
I'm a computer (31) guy and my girlfriend, Renee (21), is politics major at Salve Regina University in RI, and I don't think we're THAT rowdy.

Ok who wants to adopt us? :)

Oh btw, we're not staying until MOnday, we have to leave Sunday night because Renee has to go back to school and prepare for her hockey season (yeah, she plays hockey but we BOTH LOVE soccer).

Well i cant answer for Uncle Mike, but my wife and I are not drinkers. We like to watch the drunks, uh, I mean, other party people, uh, adults attending the event consume adult beverages.:D

And where the heck is Ds97a???? I'll hunt you down Dan!! Remember we're neighbors.

Sorry to be out of the loop folks. Work has been, well, ummm... OBNOXIOUS! The good news is that I have been able to spend a lot of time in my Element as I traverse the state putting out computer fires and creating new ones.

Looks like (at the moment) I won't be able to join y'all :cry: We have discovered a bit of a conflict between mine and the missus' schedule. The good news is though, if by some miracle, it becomes resolved, the Catskill's are pretty close.

So, regardless, HAVE fun and I'll be thinking of you!

-Dan

I booked our site for Saturday & Sunday in the hope that Denise can get Monday off from work. We'll be there Saturday for sure and with any luck...Sunday night too....so I can see what certain members are up to over on that Outside Loop!:-o

Hello Peruytu,

Denise and I are social/party drinkers and act respectably on most occasions....but don't take my word for it let the Tentback pictures speak for themselves! We like to have fun, are not too "rowdy" (except when in the company of MISFITS) and are considerate of others when they are sleeping.

You are welcome to set up camp next to us!:)

Seems like there are only two spots left inside the loop 201 and 203. Hmm, next to Uncle Mike or jstatik ... decisions decisions... hmm ok which one of you two is a drinker? :D

EDIT: Ok to make it easy on Uncle Mike and jstatik, let me just give you a brief description of ourselves:
I'm a computer (31) guy and my girlfriend, Renee (21), is politics major at Salve Regina University in RI, and I don't think we're THAT rowdy.

Ok who wants to adopt us? :)

Oh btw, we're not staying until MOnday, we have to leave Sunday night because Renee has to go back to school and prepare for her hockey season (yeah, she plays hockey but we BOTH LOVE soccer).


Holy ****!! Kick ass!! I play hockey!! I played in switzerland and had a friend that played at Salve Regina!! Can't wait to meet you guys now!

updated June 17, 2006
So it looks like ds97a (Dan) can make it after all. If I'm correct. He posted in the Summer Meet thread so I put it over here.
jurn

updated June 17, 2006
So it looks like ds97a (Dan) can make it after all. If I'm correct. He posted in the Summer Meet thread so I put it over here.
jurn
Outstanding! By my count that means we have 16 sites reserved...peruytu will make 17... and we will have filled the inner loop! That means, including day visitors, we have room for 34 Elements...our biggest meet yet.

Next block of sites to book...211 to 197 on the top of the loop?

1702

Bald Eagle - I'm not sure about that count, I get 14 plus the parking/picnic site you rented, making rented total of 15.

Am I missing someone? I didn't add in day visitors on the map, and I do think the next sites, as you said, Bald Eagle, should start at 211 and work around. Let me know about the numbers though.

Thanks,
jurn

Bald Eagle - I'm not sure about that count, I get 14 plus the parking/picnic site you rented, making rented total of 15.

Am I missing someone? I didn't add in day visitors on the map, and I do think the next sites, as you said, Bald Eagle, should start at 211 and work around. Let me know about the numbers though.

Thanks,
jurn
I think I included the mythological Chevy owner in 215. At this point he has no choice but to join us. :) Also included the community site. This is the same way the gummint does statistics, isn't it?

1703

Hey okay, we're good, and that guy in the chevy, well, you're right he has no choice but to join us. What's he to do?
We'll take car of squaring off his chevy. Maybe it could us some black panels.

I think this is certainly the biggest meet. Hope everyone shows up. Saturday night - is it a communal suppah like last time. I know the Sunday lunch at the provillion is the really group thing, but are we eating togther Sat night too?

just curious. Well, I'm off to find flamimgo's that serve coffee in the morning.

and of course practice the limbo.

jurn

Hey okay, we're good, and that guy in the chevy, well, you're right he has no choice but to join us. What's he to do?
We'll take car of squaring off his chevy. Maybe it could us some black panels.

I think this is certainly the beggest meet. Hope evryone shows up. Saturday night - is it a communal suppah like last time. I know the Sunday lunch at the provillion is the really group thing, but are we eating togther Sat night too?

just curious. Well, I'm off to find flamimgo's that serve coffee in the morning.

and of course practice the limbo.

jurn

The Community supper was a lot of fun at Tentback Mtn. I was thinking of bringing shrimp kabobs this time. Do we have a head count for people attending Sat night?

I don't think I caught the bit about AM breakfast but, I bet if we look, we could find an E powered coffee pot. I'll begin looking!

-Dan

The Community supper was a lot of fun at Tentback Mtn. I was thinking of bringing shrimp kabobs this time. Do we have a head count for people attending Sat night?...
Mmmmm, shrimp kabobs!

Probably need to wait until early August for a realistic head count. We also need a "plan" for the community meal. How about breaking it up into four catagories: 1.) hor's d'oeuvres/munchies, 2.) main dishes, 3.) side dishes, & 4.) desserts. Then divide the head count by 4 and have people sign up for a catagory? If we have 32 people coming, then we need 8 volunteers for each catagory and they would bring enough food for just 4 people. Need some menu planning/coordination within each group so we don't end up with 4 hot dogs, 4 hamburgers, 4 pieces of chicken, 4 bowls of chili, 4 ribs, 4 kebobs, 4 fish tacos, 4 filet mignon and a food fight over who gets what. Probably could lighten up on the munchies and dessert catagories and add to the main dish/side dish catagories. It's not like I've been thinking about this or anything.

Or we could....????

1704

Has anyone heard from peruyto? He said he was about to reserve but then I never heard anything from him. Looks like so far we're still like the 17th update.
God help the Chevy man:shock:
j

Has anyone heard from peruyto? He said he was about to reserve but then I never heard anything from him. Looks like so far we're still like the 17th update.
God help the Chevy man:shock:
j

Sorry for not replying more often. I've been very busy with school, work and my girlfriend nose surgery (for deviated septum, i dont know if should be telling you that but whatever lol i'm sure she wont mind).

Ok, i've just reserved 203! :grin: This will be my first ever camping experience so please forgive me if I ask a ton of rediculous questions starting now: Where do I get a tent, a tent that connects on the back of my Element? I'll be asking other rediculous questions as I will also be doing some research myself. I appreciate all the help I can get and I can't wait to get there already! Thanks again! :)

The 8 x 8 Sportz SUV tent is currently on sale at Campersland (http://www.campersland.com/spz80000.html) for $165. If you just want a regular tent, check out the 9 x 7 Eagles Peak 3 tent at Dick's Sporting Goods, now on sale for $30!

The 8 x 8 Sports SUV tent is currently on sale at Campersland (http://www.campersland.com/spz80000.html) for $165. If you just want a regular tent, check out the 9 x 7 Eagles Peak 3 tent at Dick's Sporting Goods, now on sale for $30!

Thanks a lot Dan!

But I was looking through the Dick's website and I found this:

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1264629&cp=713364.713392.2141905&parentPage=family&searchId=2141905

It seems like a good price. But I don't know about the quality. Anybody know if this brand is good?

Also, I saw Jurneez's tent and I like it alot:

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showpost.php?p=279367&postcount=7

(maybe i can get one of teh same but just different colors? :) ) Is that tent a good quality and how much is going for?

Jurn and I have variations on the same tent. Hers is 10x10, mine is 8x8. Only you know how much space you need.

A search for "Texsport" yielded these threads:
http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24541
http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17199

I am also tent shopping. I like the SUV tents that Dan and Jurn have but am weighing that style against a faster, quicker tent like Carly had. I'm very "pokey" by nature and don't want to always be the last person to finish setting up and breaking down at each meet!:roll:

Carly: The tent you loaned me was quick and easy but I should have looked at the new one you have which you mentioned was "ridiculously" fast & easy to set up. What brand and model of tent is that? Any links?

Mike my tent is a Columbia Mt Bachelor. I found one here: http://www.bargainoutfitters.com/cb/cb.asp?p=BOFS&i=94844

Of course I got mine at steal of $14.99:shock: It really is a great tent and the perfect size for 2 people.


Oh and the same place has the texsport tent for $119 http://www.bargainoutfitters.com/cb/cb.asp?a=70847

Thanks for the links CARLY!:)

A $135.00 tent for $14.99??? Yikes!!....How many dates did you have to go on with the clerk from sporting goods?:lol:

Now I've got some decisions to make!:cool:

Just one. Yes I am that good:shock:

Tentback Loop #7 Update June 29, 2006

Looks like it's growing, like a garden in the rain.......:-D
jurn

What a great turnout....the map is quite impressive!:)

Has anyone from MA or northern CT tried to find out directions to this place yet? I doubt that Mapquest will list any road closures and I'm concerned about having the same experience that one of our members had when you guys were checking out the site some weeks back.

I read somwhere on-line that Rt.28 A (?), is going to be closed for much of the 2006 summer due to "many different projects" that have been scheduled. Now there is the washout of the road due that Carly mentioned was on the news.

Anyone know the answer to: '

How do yah get they-ahh from he-yahh?" :confused:

My worst nightmare is to drive a considerable distance with a fully packed E....get to where I think I'm supposed to go and be told that: "Sorry, Yah can't get they-ahh from he-yahh!":mad: I AM the "typical" guy in these situations and it ISN'T pretty.:rolleyes: It takes a lot for me to ask directions in the first place (I'm cursed with that "gene"), and when I do and get an answer like that.......it's just downright ugly! I better pack the limbo pole first so I can't just grab it and start whacking it against something or someone!:shock:

Guys I will drive down there in early August and check things out. I can get some alternate routes from the campsite.

Plus this time we can prepare for the detour. The last time was a nightmare!
It really wasn't bad once you knew where you were going.

Uncle MIke stated - What a great turnout....the map is quite impressive!:)

Has anyone from MA or northern CT tried to find out directions to this place yet? I doubt that Mapquest will list any road closures and I'm concerned about having the same experience that one of our members had when you guys were checking out the site some weeks back.

I read somwhere on-line that Rt.28 A (?), is going to be closed for much of the 2006 summer due to "many different projects" that have been scheduled. Now there is the washout of the road due that Carly mentioned was on the news.

Anyone know the answer to: '

How do yah get they-ahh from he-yahh?" :confused:
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Hey Mike, I'm like you, Oh God, did I just say that, I'm nothing like you:D , but I do like to ponder at great length the trip roads I will take. For various reasons, I might want to wander off the path for an extra stop, or I may visit a friend nearby, anywho, just because of my normal or not so normal heebie jeebies about driving in unknown territory, I prefer to study well ahead of time the maps.

I sent Carly, just this morning two maps, detailed, of the area, especially the detour area. I read yesterday, the road construction wouldn't be done by August, not sure if that's accurate or not.
So, I sent maps to Carly, because I'm not familar with the area.
So, if you discover any great insights to the roadways, please let me know as well. Carly won't let us down, she'll send info for sure.
Let's hope the flamingos can get there.

I'm sending mine ahead with gear!
jurn

I am also tent shopping. I like the SUV tents that Dan and Jurn have but am weighing that style against a faster, quicker tent like Carly had. I'm very "pokey" by nature and don't want to always be the last person to finish setting up and breaking down at each meet!:roll:

Carly: The tent you loaned me was quick and easy but I should have looked at the new one you have which you mentioned was "ridiculously" fast & easy to set up. What brand and model of tent is that? Any links?

Please let us know what you decided on. I'm also doing some research and I find something good, i'll let you know.

So please keep us posted.

Oh and I have one thing to say about directions : GPS! :)

A GPS-based nav system might tell you a road is closed and show the detour or alternate, but alas, my GPS will only take me to where the bridge used to be before it washed out. There's no substitute for a human agent on the scene.

A GPS-based nav system might tell you a road is closed and show the detour or alternate, but alas, my GPS will only take me to where the bridge used to be before it washed out. There's no substitute for a human agent on the scene.

Good point... can you tell i've never been out to the woods? ;)

Anyhow, Overstock.com is running a 15% off on everything (but only for new customers). So I was able to get a knife, a big flashlight, and air mattress... and i'm waiting for mid August to purchase the tent since camping season will be winding down and hopefully tents will go on sale. So, what else do I need? Remember, first time camper here. :) Thanks!

A GPS-based nav system might tell you a road is closed and show the detour or alternate, but alas, my GPS will only take me to where the bridge used to be before it washed out. There's no substitute for a human agent on the scene.

RDan,

That's why you need my need "bolt-on" accessory!:-D

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showpost.php?p=282242&postcount=1


-Dan

Dan,

I see in your signature that you have a Garmin GPS. I just bought a Garmin c320. It's a great little machine, but i'm having problems figuring out how i'm going to mount the thing. I can't put it directly on the windshield because its too far and the sun glare will be all over it. I've been thinking of putting right on top of the plastic bezel thats right above the radio. But i'm not sure exactly how to do it. I would greatly appreciate any help in regards to this. thanks.

Hello Peruytu,

Looks like you and I will be neighbors on this meet!:)

I'll keep you posted on what tent we end up buying.

Dan,

I see in your signature that you have a Garmin GPS. I just bought a Garmin c320. It's a great little machine, but i'm having problems figuring out how i'm going to mount the thing. I can't put it directly on the windshield because its too far and the sun glare will be all over it. I've been thinking of putting right on top of the plastic bezel thats right above the radio. But i'm not sure exactly how to do it. I would greatly appreciate any help in regards to this. thanks.

Hey Peruytu, Mysticfalcon mounted his above the radio I think. He's coming to the meet so you can gets first hand look, if you can wait.
jurn

Hello Peruytu,

Looks like you and I will be neighbors on this meet!:)

I'll keep you posted on what tent we end up buying.

Hey Uncle Mike! I can't wait to see you and everybody else there at the meet.. it's going to be a great time! (I hope! This will be the first time camping, lets hope I like it, but even if I don't at least I can say I did it!) Anyways, I hope to share a couple of beers with you and the rest of the gang.

Yes, please keep me posted about that tent... like I said in my previous post, i'm probably going to wait until August to purchase one since the camping season will be winding down. But in the meantime i'm doing my research as to which brands are the best ones.

Hey Peruytu, Mysticfalcon mounted his above the radio I think. He's coming to the meet so you can gets first hand look, if you can wait.
jurn

Thanks Jurneez! I'm hoping a few people have GPS mounted in their cars so I can get an idea on how to do it myself. I hope Dan can show me also.

Mines just suction cuped to the windshield right over the radio. Sun glare isnt an issue and keeping it that far forward keeps me from playing with it on the road which could be hazardous. I do plan to make a mount to the left of the radio to get it a little closer but just havent had the time.

Your suggestion helped alot. That area just has so much to do. Maybe you can keep us updated on the road construction on 23a. We had to take a detour that set us off course an hour and a half.

The work on the Clove Road only lasted 6 weeks and reopened after Memorial Day ... until the rains. Last weeks rains closed 23A again ... and now they are saying "indefinitely". I would bet it will be opened by August, though. I will keep you posted.

Thanks so much for the road update!! Are you coming to the meet?

So I was able to get a knife, a big flashlight, and air mattress... and i'm waiting for mid August to purchase the tent since camping season will be winding down and hopefully tents will go on sale. So, what else do I need? Remember, first time camper here. :) Thanks!

As long as you keep the knife away from the air mattress, you should be good...:neutral:

I am in Palenville today, and according to the locals, Rt. 23A from Palenville to Haines Falls, the Clove Road, will be closed for months. They are planning to open a single lane in a few weeks in order to accomodate medical emergencies on the mountain top, but beyond that they don't know when it will reopen.

Locals are using Platte Clove Road, but it is feared that the rains have weakened the road surface there, too, and since Platte Clove is a seasonal road to begin with, and almost a single lane in some places, authorities are NOT encouraging increased traffic on that road.

Haines Falls is accessible, just not from the east.

I will post more as soon as I hear.

Gail (Catskills Grrl)

Thanks for the update Gail!

I'm glad the meet isn't till August because things sound a little bleak.:|

Well, be prepared for the road to still be closed by the time of the meet. They are predicting months, and I don't think they mean less than two.

...be prepared for the road to still be closed by the time of the meet.

Does anyone know what the alternative route would be from my neck of the woods? (Massachesetts/Connecticut border or from the Sturbridge/Worcester area)

I find the thought of a 75 mile detour very unattractive and am just wondering what other options there will be instead of Rt. 23 A?

Does anyone know what the alternative route would be from my neck of the woods? (Massachesetts/Connecticut border or from the Sturbridge/Worcester area). I find the thought of a 75 mile detour very unattractive and am just wondering what other options there will be instead of Rt. 23 A?
Same as your regular route except that going west out Catskill stay on 23 (not 23A) towards Windham, go south on 296 and come into Haines Falls from the west.

1722

This just in: the official estimate for the Clove Road reopening is November.

Does anyone know what the alternative route would be from my neck of the woods? (Massachesetts/Connecticut border or from the Sturbridge/Worcester area)

I find the thought of a 75 mile detour very unattractive and am just wondering what other options there will be instead of Rt. 23 A?

I agree, but what else can we do.......so as I head south on 296, I'll keep a watchful eye out for lost E's.:-o

Guess, I'll head out earlier from home as well.

Gee, and it's going to be our biggest meet ever, can't miss it.
j.

So this is the route?

http://www.skidmore.edu/~pdwyer/e/eoc/loop7a.gif


Or this?

http://www.skidmore.edu/~pdwyer/e/eoc/loop7b.gif

For those coming from the south looks like the best route would be to get off the thruway at exit 19 in Kingston, take route 28 west to Phoenicia, north on route 214 to 23a. Puts you on 23a between Hunter & Tannersville. (I saw the sign for 214 with a small detour to the thruway when we were coming home but didn't know where it went to.) Right on 23a to Haines Falls. According to AAA 2 hours & 15 minutes. If I remember correctly on the way up there were detour signs for Hunter Mountain saying to take route 28.

Hmmm...this could be an opportunity for a rally!

Hmmm...this could be an opportunity for a rally!


I was think'n the same thing. Many could meet up say north of Catskill on 23 and road rally all the rest of the way. some coming from the north (Mysticfalcon etc,) some from the east and some from the south. The southern folks could meet somewher on 296 with you guys......But I don't know. I'm already going to be there and tied to my tent, getting there on Friday.

Rally up Bald Eagle, go for it!


j.

Looks like Evanator is joining us. He booked site 204 tonight.

I was think'n the same thing. Many could meet up say north of Catskill on 23 and road rally all the rest of the way. some coming from the north (Mysticfalcon etc,) some from the east and some from the south. The southern folks could meet somewher on 296 with you guys......But I don't know. I'm already going to be there and tied to my tent, getting there on Friday.

Rally up Bald Eagle, go for it!


j.

A rally sounds great! Don't know if I could make it on Friday though. For those that are/could, pictures would be great!
-Dan

A rally sounds great! Don't know if I could make it on Friday though. For those that are/could, pictures would be great!
-Dan

When you say Rally, what do you mean exactly? Like FIA Rally Racing? I love Rally Racing but I don't know if this is what you mean.

When you say Rally, what do you mean exactly? Like FIA Rally Racing? I love Rally Racing but I don't know if this is what you mean.

Rally as in caravan

Does the rally have to be confined to fri only ? How about sat ? Just want to know who's going to lead the way in ? Sounds like a lot of problems up there . It's early and I guess there's plenty of time , just wanted to keep up the thread
and try to know , what to expect . Don't want to volunteer anyone , BUT , kill two birds with one stone . Can we find a place from multiple directions ? And possibly meet ? (Rest areas) We are the northeast and should be able to show our brother members , how to do things right ! That long fishhook into hainesfalls looks bad . I'm coming from the south so , I don't see any problems (GWB) but coming N/E OUCH ! I bet we can get everybody to meet at certain times and locations on each day , something to shoot for . 9-10am ?

Jesbecause - that detour effects all of us. If you follow the detour signs from exit 20 add another 1.5 hours to your trip. If you follow my directions above you should have to add addition time.

FYI - the detour from exit 20 is well marked to get you into Hunter except at the end of 296. Turn left.

When you say Rally, what do you mean exactly? Like FIA Rally Racing? I love Rally Racing but I don't know if this is what you mean.
Nothing that severe. Nothing where all four wheels leave the pavement at the same time. Maybe a shortest distance rally? Meet somewhere along 23 before 296 cuts-off, check everybody's odometer and whoever arrives at North South Lake with the lowest elapsed mileage wins.

We would need a short odometer check course before everyone departs from the official starting point to make sure tire/wheel variations don't skew the results too much. With everybody arriving at different times, this may be difficult to pull off.

Maybe just have a informal "honor system" rally. Pick an official starting point where everybody records their start mileage and an official end point and see what turns up. This assumes we are all taking the same route.

1732

Well, we are one step closer to becoming "real campers".........

I just bought my first tent!!

I was in Dick's this weekend and couldn't pass up the sale they had. I got an "easy up" Quest 10' by 10' canopy for $49.99 (reg $99.99) and the Tent Accessory that attaches to it for $59.00 (reg $99.00) I'm kind of diggin the fact that I can use just the canopy when needed or both together when I need a tent. Very roomy with 4 big windows and it just hooks right on to the telescoping canopy poles. Seemed like a good deal for a $100 investment!:-D

Question for those of you with "easy up" canopies: Are they really EASY?:)

Haven't used that particular brand Mike, but yes, they're pretty darn easy, compared to the old style canopies with a hundred near-identical parts to assemble.

Mike-They are extemely easy to set up. One of my co-workers uses the same set up you just bought and swears by it. He camps alot too.

....yes, they're pretty darn easy....

Mike-They are extemely easy to set up.

Ahhh.....Music to my ears!!:-P

I was hoping to hear that. Thanks guys!
Looking forward to Hanes Falls and trying them out.

Update July 6, 2006
Congrats Mike on the tent. Now ya gotta get a porta potty:-P
p.s. who the he** is in 215? Poor guy.

Seventeen sites reserved and still seven weeks to go!

Who's coming for just the day? Saturday? Sunday?

Rube? Loco? Anyone else?

We are going to be leaving early Sunday morning so site 199 can be used for parking for anybody coming in for the day on Sunday.

The Woodstock on this map is not THE Woodstock. That could confuse people. THE Woodstock is in Ulster County, south of Greene County, where Haines Falls is. I think there is a second Woodstock somewhere else in New York State, but I am not sure where.

That's true, Catskills Grrl. Strange that there should be two Woodstocks, only 25 miles apart and in adjacent counties.

Is 23A closed between the Thruway and Route 32; between Route 32 and Palenville; or between Palenville and Haines Falls?

Just a tip for you Garmin GPS users I was just looking for the campground on my GPS but it wasnt listed but if you search for your camp site number on loop 7 it will show right up. I put in 195 on loop 7 road and it came right up where it belongs. pretty neat.

I've been traveling upstate for 9 years due to co-owning a house in Hunter. August is a tough month for me, I'm on midnights and am working that Friday and Sat. I hope you all have a great time, North South lake has some good mountain biking trails if your into it.
Catskills Grrl you must be a skier???

I'm off to the west coast in the morning - camping in san francisco's golden gate national recreation area, catching three pearl jam shows, and then heading up to crater lake, mt. st. helens, seattle for a sox game, and then out to the gorge for more camping and more pearl jam! i'll be all set for the meet at the end of august!! can't wait!!

Got a call today from the place where we are "camping" for the SB&HF-II (Brookside B&B in Haines Falls). Route 23A from Palenville to Haines Falls will be closed until November so the alternate Route detour will the only way to get to North South Lake.

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What? You didn't believe me? I said November .... they haven't even started work yet.

What? You didn't believe me? I said November .... they haven't even started work yet.
Confirming, not doubting.

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Hello All.

If there is anyone going who has a site please let us know and we'll update the Loop map.

Carly. somene slipping in on your site?????
There are still sites left, not many but yes, some......

So......anyone out there who's going and isn't on the map, just shout or posting I guess would be better. Shouting leads to headbanging and drooling.:grin:

Can't wait....
Carly, Is Rick bringing firewood?
jurn

If Tim and Elaine need a place then they can jump on my site. I don't think we can bring outside firewood in so we will have to buy some there. They have firewood listed at $6 but not sure how much you get. I actually have a co worker who is there this week so I can find out details. I have been wicked bad about the site. I didn;t finish it and things were way too crazy around here to do anything with it.

Thanks Carly - Either with you or Gail....
We're easy to please....

Gail's site will be quieter at night...lol:-P

Thanks Carly - Either with you or Gail....
We're easy to please....

Tim,
Gails site might be quiet but Carly has a full ktichen, supplied with a cook and serves breakfast! :razz: The cook is the same as the fireman who watches the evening fires......the misfits staff is well rounded it.

There's always lots of room. Sure hope you make it.
j.

Hey folks,
My wife and I were talking and, we were thinking of Golfing on Saturday morning, somewhere down in the area, and then coming to the site afterward. So, I guess my point is,
A) our site will be open Friday night if anyone needs it.
B) If anyone is a golfer, we would love to have you join us. (we are beginners so, you should probably bring your sense of humor).

On a side note: has anyone invested in a 12v coffee maker yet? I have definitely considered it. If no one has, I will.

Finally, has anyone actually put an air matress in the back of an element? I was wondering what the max size would be?

Thanks
-Dan

Hello Dan,

Your post looks like one I could have eaily written since my wife and I are a couple of hacks who "golfed" yesterday, and a coffee maker and air mattress are also on my shopping list.

Harry was kind enough to have made a Dunkin Donuts run for a "Box O' Joe" at the last meet, but I doubt that will be possible this time. Ramblerdan gave me a minature fold up burner that will heat water, so I'm thinking of buying a "French Press" style of coffee maker and I'll be all set. I just bought a tent so I won't have to worry about what size mattress to buy, but I'm still curious as to what size fits in an Element.:)

I'm pretty sure the only size that fits fully inflated is a twin. You might be able to cram a full size in there. I do have an extra tent.

You might find a 12V coffee maker that will do a cup at a time, but that's probably about it.

I went through a crock pot-12V inverter exercise for the spring meet. Found an 80 watt crock pot, but my inverter was less than 80W. It was cheaper to buy a one burner propane stove at Wow-Mart than a more powerful inverter. Heating water for coffee takes a lot of power. Just checked the coffee maker in the kitchen...900 watts. I wonder what those coil heaters that you stick in a cup of water draw? Haven't used one since college...just after the dawn of the Bronze Age.

On another note...

We'll set up a screened canopy on our site, but won't be camping overnight Friday or Saturday, so there's another option.

Man, I haven't played golf in years. I'd all but forgotten the "woosh, woosh, woosh" sound a five-iron makes when you fling it down the fairway. Just didn't have the temperment for the game and couldn't find clubs that float.

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Carly is correct about the mattress. A twin fits with a few inches to spare on the side(s). A queen is too wide.

http://www.skidmore.edu/~pdwyer/e/eoc/camping_interior.jpg

I've always found that a pressure cooker is very good for heating water.....
We'll be bringing one, with our stove.....

Dan,

I had a full size Coleman mattress at first but found it too big. Keep in mind this was on my platform which is 11" high. The 8" is high & you can't sit up. When I fully inflated the mattress it filled up the entire back with the front seats all the way forward & was level with the windows. Didn't try on the floor so I don't know how that would work. Check out Cabelas they have different thickness/size sleeping pads/air beds.

I got the full size.
http://cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0014146515294a&type=product&cmCat=search&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&QueryText=51-5294&N=4887&Ntk=Products&Ntx=mode+matchall&Nty=1&Ntt=51-5294&noImage=0

Hope this helps. MsGail

Anybody interested in chipping in for a banner to use at our gatherings? A two color, 8' x 18" heavy duty reinforced vinyl banner with grommet attachments would run about $75. If ten of us go in on it, that's only $7.50 each. I'm trying to get a the EOC logo in a better resolution from TMac.

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Anybody interested in chipping in for a banner to use at our gatherings? A two color, 8' x 18" heavy duty reinforced vinyl banner with grommet attachments would run about $75. If ten of us go in on it, that's only $7.50 each. I'm trying to get a the EOC logo in a better resolution from TMac.

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Count me in..........but maybe we should have a Capital E there, so from further away you'd see "E Northeast Chapter." but now that I think about it, let them wonder about the chapter and then lookers on will come in close and ask about it....

Either way, I'm in......I''m not at all good for it and you'll have to pass all my other slimy deals to catch me....
kid here...
Of course count me in.....also, I'll chip in for firewood in August.

jurn

I'll chip in that looks great. Decals would cool. :D

Oh I'm all over that! Count me in!

I'm in on it.

Great idea Mike..........I'm in!:D

Anybody interested in chipping in for a banner to use at our gatherings? A two color, 8' x 18" heavy duty reinforced vinyl banner with grommet attachments would run about $75. If ten of us go in on it, that's only $7.50 each. I'm trying to get a the EOC logo in a better resolution from TMac.

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Hey,
I'm a little slow in this heat but does this in any way mean we're dumping the Tentback sign? Jeeez, and I ate all those pizzas to do that, AND already started more to add LOOP 7 to it......

I guess we'll change the Tentback one into something else. I like things that morph....:D
jurn

No we still need the Tentback sign!!

Hey,
I'm a little slow in this heat but does this in any way mean we're dumping the Tentback sign? Jeeez, and I ate all those pizzas to do that, AND already started more to add LOOP 7 to it......
jurn
Absolutely not! This is just a banner. The Tentback sign is art!

The initial banner response is positive enough that as soon as I get some better artwork for the EOC logo, I'll order it.

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No we still need the Tentback sign!!


Hey Carly, if misfits was established july 14, last year,was that when we met at the place in Mass. Summer bug fest I think?
There was an earlier (or later) meet in Auburn/Oxford area (that place with the cavern (Mike,... where I first met you guys putting up the screen / shade thing), then the summer one at the resevoir, and the fall one I missed because vinnie decided to hold a conversation with Mr. Skunk, no way I was sleeping with him:shock: :shock:
Was there an early spring one? I can't remember.....Was Brattleboro #4 or 5?
Just curious......:rolleyes:
jurn

FATALITY AT TENTBACK BEACH! (QUINEBAUG RIVER)

Did anyone else catch this sad story on the CBS local news channel? I couldn't believe it when I saw video footage of "Tentback Beach" followed by the sad story of a 17 year old boy who drowned when he "fell off the back of a boat". His mother was on tv saying that places like this should have a lifeguard to prevent drownings like this from happening. She dosn't agree with the fact that beaches may operate by simply posting that there is "No Lifeguard On Duty".

I was surprised to see the place that Bald Eagle and I stopped at on our 11.5 mile kayak exploration, and the possible site for a future meet on the news......BUT......it should be no surprise that controversy is bound to follow Tentback Beach. The distraught mom showed pics of her son and said his organs were donated. Very sad........R.I.P. :-(

p.s---Attention Larry or any Mods: Please move this post to "The Adventures of Tentback Mountain" thread. I posted this in the wrong place but hey it was after 3:00 am!

Was there an early spring one? I can't remember.....Was Brattleboro #4 or 5?

Meet #1: Ye Old New England Springtime Gathering. Purgatory Chasim, May 2005

Meet #2: New England EOC Summer Bug & Humidity Festival. Westville Lake, Southbridge MA August 2005

Meet #3: New England EOC First Fall Foilage Excursion, Skinner Park, (Plus Hadley Young Men's Club!) & Mt. Sugarloaf, October 2005

Meet #4: Wonderful Winter Wonderland Weetweet, Adams Family Farm, Wilmington, VT (Misfit Training at Latchis Hotel in Brattleboro), February, 2006

Meet #5: New England (Northeast) Spring E-vent, Quinebaug River Campground (Tentback Mountain), May 2006

Meet #6: The Northeast EOC Summer Bug & Humidity Festival II, Hanes Falls, N.Y. August 2006

Bald Eagle: How about you/I/we/all of us Northeast EOCer's... work on making a scrapbook to bring to the meets?! How cool would that be... just imagine the blackmail photos!:lol:
Well, um...uh....maybe on second thought we should make two books since I just remembered the "pocket pool" photo.:shock:
(I wish I thought of this sooner since I can't find all of the photos and links of past threads, Meet #1, past announcements and your newsletter/homepages.:rolleyes:

Scrapbook,


what a very excellent idea........
Although most pics are digital, but printouts are easy enough. It kind of makes my 20 year old film camera seem important again to me.

I wish we started this much earlier. If we started now,we could do this.

Jeeeze, what a great idea.

Good thinking, even for 3:47a.m.:razz:
jurn

Hey Carly, if misfits was established july 14, last year,was that when we met at the place in Mass. Summer bug fest I think?
There was an earlier (or later) meet in Auburn/Oxford area (that place with the cavern (Mike,... where I first met you guys putting up the screen / shade thing), then the summer one at the resevoir, and the fall one I missed because vinnie decided to hold a conversation with Mr. Skunk, no way I was sleeping with him:shock: :shock:
Was there an early spring one? I can't remember.....Was Brattleboro #4 or 5?
Just curious......:rolleyes:
jurn


Actually Jurneez the Misfits were established at last year's National Meet in Ohio. I do consider my fellow Northeast members Misfits because well you're all damn crazy!! But hey that's why I love you guys:cool:

Good thinking, even for 3:47a.m.

Thanks...I'm known to do my best work at night!:wink:

Eagle,

I'll chip in for the banner, but I'm not hot on full capitalization.

Northeast Chapter
or
NorthEast Chapter

would be better, IMO.

Eagle,

I'll chip in for the banner, but I'm not hot on full capitalization.

Northeast Chapter
or
NorthEast Chapter

would be better, IMO.

Normally I'd agree with you 100%, but it can work for signs and very short titles (two words max). It started as u/l case, but I liked the all caps version better. That said, I'm willing to go back and revisit the issue.

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Note: This was done in red and black originally, but the red magically changed to blue when I converted the file from .pdf to .jpg. I think I like it better. The red really screamed and the toned down versions didn't have the right punch. Anybody else have any all caps input? By the way, thanks for your support.

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I'm in on the banner. Good Idea, Eagle! I like the u/l Case version better than all caps. The blue does look good.

Actually Jurneez the Misfits were established at last year's National Meet in Ohio. I do consider my fellow Northeast members Misfits because well you're all damn crazy!! But hey that's why I love you guys:cool:
Actually.... the Misfits really started the year before in Gettysberg.....It wasn't until the 1st Annual Meet that it was confirmed what we actually were...(I think someone made a comment about the bunch of misfits still hanging out in the parking lot)

I'll chip in !!!! Any updates on how full loop 7 is ?

LOOP 7 and banner

I have no choice either will do for the banner caps or u/l case.

Loop 7, I asked about a week ago if anyone knew of anyone else going who I had not marked on the map. Tonight I'll repost the map and ask again....

I think it still at around 18 sites rented.
But there are Sunday Lunch people who are just going for the day..
Should be a good bunch!

So if anyone out there is going and rented a site please tell us, so we can get a head count and get you on the map, thanks,

jurn

Hey! Cool idea on the banner! Count me in. Regarding the caps, I like banners that YELL at me. (I prefer caps but, am not a grammer buff.) So,off we go!

Thanks to all for the tips on the mattress. I'll have to measure the width of the floor. My suspicions are that Paul is correct and only a twin will fit. Should be nice and cozy but... I just got my very own cabana and the skreenz are on the way so, darn it, I'm gonna use them!

Thanks and we'll see you soon!
-Dan
PS

Has anyone started to put the food categories together yet, as in whose bringing what? (Alcohol is obviously an everyone thing :D )

July 6th Loop map has not changed.
and I think it's time to start a food thing.
ds97a - Dan asked.
I'm bringing ribs.
Is that okay with everyone. Gail I know you brought them to Tentback, the more the merrier I say.
jurn

July 6th Loop map has not changed.
and I think it's time to start a food thing.
ds97a - Dan asked.
I'm bringing ribs.
Is that okay with everyone. Gail I know you brought them to Tentback, the more the merrier I say.
jurn
Seeing as how we're twenty-one pages and 210 posts into this thread, how about a new thread for Summer Meet Menu Planning? Riding the crest of success with the banner suggestion, I'm just going to do it.

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How about breaking it up into four catagories:
1.) hor's d'oeuvres/munchies,
2.) main dishes,
3.) side dishes,
4.) desserts.

Then divide the head count by 4 and have people sign up for a catagory?
If we have 32 people coming, then we need 8 volunteers for each category and they would bring enough food for just 4 people. Need some menu planning/coordination within each group so we don't end up with 4 hot dogs, 4 hamburgers, 4 pieces of chicken, 4 bowls of chili, 4 ribs, 4 kebobs, 4 fish tacos, 4 filet mignon and a food fight over who gets what. Probably could lighten up on the munchies and dessert catagories and add to the main dish/side dish catagories. It's not like I've been thinking about this or anything.


I had to hunt back for this great post by BaldEagle. I think that aside from the variety of, surprise stuff, this could be a pretty effective way of dividing the tasks.


1.) hor's d'oeuvres/munchies,
2.) main dishes
-Jurn: Ribs
-Dan (ds97a): shrimp kabobs
3.) side dishes,
4.) desserts.

What d'ya think?

-Dan

Seeing as how we're twenty-one pages and 210 posts into this thread, how about a new thread for Summer Meet Menu Planning? Riding the crest of success with the banner suggestion, I'm just going to do it.

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Just tell me how much money to send you!

Dom

Dan- You're a better man than I am. I didn't have the patience to dig for that post, so I started the new thread with the same basic message.

Dom- So how much money do you have? And are you and Patty coming for the weekend?

Dom and Patty can't come :cry: Dom is cooking for the Italian fest that weekend. We'll miss both of them even though they cheat at shuffle board:D

Dom and Patty can't come :cry: Dom is cooking for the Italian fest that weekend. We'll miss both of them even though they cheat at shuffle board:D
Sorry to Dom and Pat that they can't come......but we accept leftovers.:D
j.

The thread has gotten really long, but I'm pretty sure no one has posted any local inn's or B&B's they chose to book. Anyone make reservations somewhere? I grew up camping and backpacking, but it's been years since and I don't have any gear right now. I'll do the camping thing next time around, but I just got my E so I just want to just book something and show up for this one.

The thread has gotten really long, but I'm pretty sure no one has posted any local inn's or B&B's they chose to book. Anyone make reservations somewhere? I grew up camping and backpacking, but it's been years since and I don't have any gear right now. I'll do the camping thing next time around, but I just got my E so I just want to just book something and show up for this one.

We're staying at the Brookside B&B in Haines Falls. It's the closest one to North South Lake. Comfy, but nothing fancy. Check out www.hunterbnb.com (http://www.hunterbnb.com)

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we should be purchasing our new E by the 21st... hope to at least. it's just a matter of "the timing."

i have convinced my wife to take the ride to N/S Lake that Sunday. hope to make it to meet some of the members, and to see the E's.

plus we love N/S Lake, and the surrounding area. we are frequent re-visitors to the area.

http://theole34.homestead.com/zakk_and_mom_ashley_falls.jpg

I was thinking of starting a new thread, but I figured it'd be best to keep it all together.

Since this is my first time camping ever, I need to know the basics.. as to what to bring, what to expect, what to be prepared for, etc...

This past weekend I bought a tent, flashlight, a knife (just in case somebody tries to get all Michael Myers on me! :-P I kid I kid), an inflatable bed, and thats it for now I guess. What else should I take?

In terms of food, I know it was brought up... what exactly should I bring? Do I need to bring everything in order to eat, or is it like a group thing where everybody brings something different in order to enjoy everything the group has brought? Do I bring utensils? plates?

When I reach my campsite, who makes sure everybody is in their place? I'm sorta scared that i'll arrive and see somebody has taken my spot (I know it may seem silly but i'm knew to this).

Anything else I should know? Anything else I will need?

I'm sorry for sounding so ignorant, but there's only so much that I can learn from the internet, I think people with experience have a lot more knowledge to offer, so I'm hoping that any of you can help.

Saturday night is the only group meal. There is a thread where you can sign up to bring something.

Other than that stay simple with meals. You might want to pick up a small grill, cooler, some paper plates, napkins and plastic silverware. There is a market nearby so if you forget something or need to go grab something you're set. There is also alot of different cafe's near Hunter Mtn.

Relax abut the site. They are all marked so you just find your # and set up camp. We will all be around if you need any help.

Oh and be prepared for a hell of a lot of fun!

There is also alot of different cafe's near Hunter Mtn.


Oh and be prepared for a hell of a lot of fun!

Oh great - watch out in town, the E people are here! Can ya just picture all of us at some cafe, oh my God, the headbangers and droolers will be loose on the mountain! Too funny.:-P
j,

A battery or propane lantern is kind of handy for general illumination.

Peruytu brings up a good point. Should everybody bring their own paper plates, cups, napkins, plastic wear, etc. or does somebody want to go to Costco/Sam's Club/WalMart and buy a weekend's worth of this stuff that we can share and split the cost?

If you are challenged in the cooking department, just PM somebody who's already posted a menu item and see if you can double their quantity, split the cost and help prepare it. Just make sure you post something on the menu thread so it gets listed.

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So I went to CVS over the weekend to check out this tiki head that looks like it has a flame in it's face. Just had to pick one up. Wait till you see.

Then I found a luau limbo game with tiki faces that light up on top of the poles. I figure after several drinks we'll be limber enough to play. :twisted: Only thing missing is the music. I'm sure someone can provide. :D

So I went to CVS over the weekend to check out this tiki head that looks like it has a flame in it's face. Just had to pick one up. Wait till you see.

Then I found a luau limbo game with tiki faces that light up on top of the poles. I figure after several drinks we'll be limber enough to play. :twisted: Only thing missing is the music. I'm sure someone can provide. :D


oh my God, Gail, what kind of CVS's do you have there? I went to ours and never saw anything like that. I seriously believe you attract Pink Flamingo's and the like to you!

I did pick up a few goodies, thought the Friday crew could start out with.

Don't forget everyone, it's a Hawiian (sp?) theme. Of course after I realize I can't spell it I attract attention to it by Bolding.....duhhhh

Uncle Mike, maybe you should bring the Tiki head you have. (traditional, isn't it?)

no, not your real head that totem pole thing! silly:-D
can't wait, started packing slowly.........
jurn

Jurn not all the cvs stores have them. Just happen to walk into one I very seldom go to & was checking out the seasonal stuff. Always looking for different camping items.

By the way I already started charging the flamingo heads. hehehe

Jurn not all the cvs stores have them. Just happen to walk into one I very seldom go to & was checking out the seasonal stuff. Always looking for different camping items.

By the way I already started charging the flamingo heads. hehehe


you are too funny, are you running into the flamingo heads full speed or plugging them in?:razz: :razz:

j.

Then I found a luau limbo game with tiki faces that light up on top of the poles. I figure after several drinks we'll be limber enough to play. :twisted: Only thing missing is the music. I'm sure someone can provide. :D

i'll definately have my ipod with me with a smallish set of speakers...it's got quite the variety, lots of classic rock, pearl jam, some hip hop, country stuff...any requests, i'll see what i can do...

...Then I found a luau limbo game with tiki faces that light up on top of the poles. I figure after several drinks we'll be limber enough to play. :twisted: Only thing missing is the music. I'm sure someone can provide. :D
Uncle Mike is a DJ. So is jstatik.

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Peruytu brings up a good point. Should everybody bring their own paper plates, cups, napkins, plastic wear, etc. or does somebody want to go to Costco/Sam's Club/WalMart and buy a weekend's worth of this stuff that we can share and split the cost?

We just got new camping dinnerware at Sam's Army Navy in Brattleboro along with metal martini glasses! Woo Hoo!

As far as the limbo goes, we used to do the limbo song when I was in the reggae band, so I'll try to remember that. BTW, I have been learning all your requests diligently, even the ******* song, Uncle Mike... Yes, that's the asterisk song.

Also, we just got back from a week's vacation in Brattleboro. One day we went into the Latchis and when they saw the Element outside security came along and escorted us out! What was that about??? :razz:

Peruytu brings up a good point. Should everybody bring their own paper plates, cups, napkins, plastic wear, etc. or does somebody want to go to Costco/Sam's Club/WalMart and buy a weekend's worth of this stuff that we can share and split the cost?

If you are challenged in the cooking department, just PM somebody who's already posted a menu item and see if you can double their quantity, split the cost and help prepare it. Just make sure you post something on the menu thread so it gets listed.

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We have a case of plastic plates....I'll have to see if I can remember to bring some....
It's been a while since we've been camping, I'll have to see if we can dig out some of the old stuff - used to be scouters, so I'm sure we still have all of the cooking stuff...

We just got new camping dinnerware at Sam's Army Navy in Brattleboro along with metal martini glasses! Woo Hoo!

As far as the limbo goes, we used to do the limbo song when I was in the reggae band, so I'll try to remember that. BTW, I have been learning all your requests diligently, even the ******* song, Uncle Mike... Yes, that's the asterisk song.

Also, we just got back from a week's vacation in Brattleboro. One day we went into the Latchis and when they saw the Element outside security came along and escorted us out! What was that about??? :razz:

So this is good, you went to Brattleboro, I was going to make a suggestion that we try again this year for the sleigh ride - Latchis thing. I think we should set that up again for our Winter thing. Last year it rained right before our sleigh ride and we lost the snow. Sleigh ride was Cancelled....darn.:sad: (of course the time was filled with other adventures )

I loved that trip and the Brattleboro Food co-op is right next to Latchis. I dragged home food I can't find here....Oh my God to die for great stuff....

So, this winter we might be able to rent a floor, or half of a floor.

Only, no evacuations, no firetrucks, etc.....

I'd spilt the cost for the suite w/Carly and gail?????? The corner was was sweet. Do they have ajoining rooms or bigger suites?
jurn

First post is to announce we won't be able to make the meet :| Thought it's about time to check the thread of menu planning, then realized need to travel over that weekend.

Wonder if anyone still looking for a campsite. It is fully booked for that weekend last time I checked. Will wail until midnight Wed (8 days before 8/25) before I cancel my reservation.

First post is to announce we won't be able to make the meet :| Thought it's about time to check the thread of menu planning, then realized need to travel over that weekend.

Wonder if anyone still looking for a campsite. It is fully booked for that weekend last time I checked. Will wail until midnight Wed (8 days before 8/25) before I cancel my reservation.
Bummer. Didn't even know you had a site reserved...which one is/was it? Also where are you located? Hope to see you next time.

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I was going to make a suggestion that we try again this year for the sleigh ride - Latchis thing. I think we should set that up again for our Winter thing. Last year it rained right before our sleigh ride and we lost the snow. Sleigh ride was Cancelled....darn.:sad: (of course the time was filled with other adventures )

Jurn you read my mind! That was so fun last year we have to try again. Maybe this year we can actually go on the sleigh ride! We'll have to talk about it at the meet.

Bummer. Didn't even know you had a site reserved...which one is/was it? Also where are you located? Hope to see you next time.

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Was always late to sign up to post :cool: . The campsite is #197, and we live in the suburb of Boston. This looks like a very interesting group, and will definitely try to attend next time.

Uncle Mike is a DJ. So is jstatik.

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i have this Hawaiian party cd that i found, i just got to remember where i put it. i can also bring the limbo song too if you want if no one else is going to. i can also bring a rough copy of the cd my production company is working on, its mostly hip-hop, if anyone is interested.

Hello Everyone!

Just back from a 2 week vacation without internet access, so this is my first time checking in.

Originally Posted by Bald Eagle
Uncle Mike is a DJ. So is jstatik.

I too have the traditional limbo songs, but also just picked up some really cool World Beat music with awesome grooves from many different countries. There is one song in particular that I was cranking in my E that I told Denise would be a great for limbo-ing.

MsGail: I almost bought those CVS Tiki heads and have seen the Luau Limbo Pole! I also have a limbo pole if you need a spare.

Jurn: I'll be bringing "Big Tiki" to the meet!:cool:

hmbhuss1: Can't wait for your campfire tunes! Thanks for taking the time to learn the requests......the "A SSHOLE SONG" will be a riot. Maybe we should print up the lyrics to that one for a sing-along!:razz:

Looking forward to seeing everyone and meeting all of the new folks!:)

Looks like everything's coming together...just got word that the banner is printed and will ship tonight. I should have it by the end of the week. Eager to see how it turned out.

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ok I got 2 privet messages that Bald E. played a trick sure play with the mind of a nurse that works nights....I dont get mad I get even...lol

Was always late to sign up to post :cool: . The campsite is #197, and we live in the suburb of Boston. This looks like a very interesting group, and will definitely try to attend next time.

Hey Bugreader, so sorry you have to cancel, just be assured you will visit the pics online after and be jealous with envy. Please follow the threads because we tentativly have two more things brewing....
Brattleboro, and camping in May arond / near Staurbridge MA.
Details later friend.

Justin too funny..hehehehehe,

Uncle Mike Why day and time are you arriving? Just so I can rig up your site and get out before you get there!

hmbhuss1 I really do better with Larry as I always want to say "humbuss" jeeez - I'm looking forward to campfire tunes too!

and bugreader where did you get your screen name from, are you a scientist or something.........?

Tim, will be apleasure meeting a new screen name and seeing it take shape as a person.........cya there..

jurn

Hey Bugreader, so sorry you have to cancel, just be assured you will visit the pics online after and be jealous with envy. Please follow the threads because we tentativly have two more things brewing....
Brattleboro, and camping in May arond / near Staurbridge MA.
Details later friend.

Justin too funny..hehehehehe,

Uncle Mike Why day and time are you arriving? Just so I can rig up your site and get out before you get there!

hmbhuss1 I really do better with Larry as I always want to say "humbuss" jeeez - I'm looking forward to campfire tunes too!

and bugreader where did you get your screen name from, are you a scientist or something.........?

Tim, will be apleasure meeting a new screen name and seeing it take shape as a person.........cya there..

jurn
See...This is the way you are supposed to conserve your post count!!!
Post once, answer everyones questions, and get yours out of the way too!!!

Thanks Journ... been a very long time since anyone's refered to me as a 'new screen name'...lol:lol: Looking forward to put a name to a face as well...

OK,
Just some thoughts about the meet.

I am contplating compleating a mod before the meet. I am not sure what to use to cut into the plastic to do a light mod that I am doing. I am going to make a turn signel mod taking the side marker light that I got on e bay a clear one ( now thinking I have to cilacone it before I do the mod) and making it like a turn signel indacater on the side of the car by the doors. If not compleated anyone bring a dremel tool and a sodering gun with them?? LOL

I bounced this mod off the mechanic at Honda (ths one that told me to pitch my 98 accord V6 due to a bad tranny and replacement at $4000) he siad it looks like it might be cool. so a splicing I will go. I know a guy at work that is into cutting and stuff so I might be able to get him to do it iwth me after working a night shift.
so looking forward to this even though i got jury duty notice and have to do the call the tape thing starting on th 28th
so see who ever on the Sunday the 27th

hmbhuss1[/B] I really do better with Larry as I always want to say "humbuss" jeeez - I'm looking forward to campfire tunes too!

humbuss works for me....:D

Harry

See...This is the way you are supposed to conserve your post count!!!
Post once, answer everyones questions, and get yours out of the way too!!!

Thanks Journ... been a very long time since anyone's refered to me as a 'new screen name'...lol:lol: Looking forward to put a name to a face as well...


I meant just new to me,....with your post count I can see your aging:twisted:
Couldn't resist that.:|

cya the there!
jurn

Hey Bugreader, so sorry you have to cancel, just be assured you will visit the pics online after and be jealous with envy. Please follow the threads because we tentativly have two more things brewing....
Brattleboro, and camping in May arond / near Staurbridge MA.
Details later friend.


hey Jurn. Thanks for the heads up. Now I have signed up I will be around this group more often.

and bugreader where did you get your screen name from, are you a scientist or something.........?


The other type of bugs :) Bugs in software that sometimes nasty to bring down a 24x7 system.

Jurn Wrote:Uncle Mike Why day and time are you arriving? Just so I can rig up your site and get out before you get there
Hmmmm........not sure after reading this if it's in my best interest to tell you with all of the MISFITS you'll be hanging with, but what the heck, I like to live dangerously....We will be arriving on Saturday. Since I'm dj'ing the night before until 2:00 am, and can't pack til Saturday morning (ughh...NOT a morning person), and generally suck at following directions to places I've never been before....you guys can start a pool as to what time we pull into Tentback Loop!:cool:

We will be coming up on Saturday, too. We've got the site for Friday as well so if anybody wants to use it, knock yourselves out.

hey Jurn.
The other type of bugs :) Bugs in software that sometimes nasty to bring down a 24x7 system.

Oh God, I hate those bugs. I help run a Sun system here at work but the bugs come in from the outside. Employees don't update virus protection so I put them on auto updates but still we get prob's.

AARRRGGGHHH!.
cya,
jurn

so what's the deal.....we're all drinkers right?? is anyone else 420 friendly in this crowd? i like to know what i'm getting myself into....i'm getting an awful lot of **** from my friends for going camping with my "internet friends"....just making sure none of you are serial killers or anything....what are us "newbies" in for at this camping adventure?? i can't wait though, s'mores and campfires and beers by the fire...does it get any better??