The past couple of years or so it seems it's been very hard to get things to work out when it comes to our camping trips. :-(

I was thinking about what to do about that and spent some time reflecting back on some of the past trips.
One that kept coming to mind was the Knotts Island / Ferry Ride trip (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?p=447334) we did back in '07.

What do you guys think? Time to try and fill that dang boat with a bunch of E's? We almost did before...

A boat load of E's (almost)
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Baxter says he's ready
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What do you guys think? Maybe Mid-October or so?
We've got folks in the Va. Beach area that can run point on this, I really need a good trip, don't you?

Benny, I like this thread! Sorry, I can not join in for the fun but it's great to see you active again. I hope you will get enough people to pull it off.

Thanks for posting a picture of happy Baxter! :-)

Hi Jea! It's a ways off till October, maybe you guys can make it down, it should be nice on the beach - not quite crowded, but still not cold. Besides, there should be some excellent company, and the dogs... :-)

We'll see how it goes, but like I said before the last time we did this it went very well, one of the best trips ever.

Great idea Benny, I will take point on this. I will get the info up on the ferry and the local campground we stayed at the last time. TBC.

Bob8)

This is where we stayed the last time, lots to do there also. Will gather more info, but lets come up with some date ideas, just toss them in...:-D

http://www.northlandingbeach.com/campingvirginiabeach/

http://knottsislandonline.com/travelguide/ferry.htm
Did we mention it was free...:razz:

I'm going to go ahead and suggest / recommend Oct. 15, 16, & 17th. as the 'main days'. For no real reason other than it will work well into my schedule...

This will be fun Was a blast last time.

I may be in...

-simpson

Cello,

You can count me in and mi perro

:razz:Do you have spaces available for Oct 15-17, 2010? We are a small club needing approx. 5-10 various spaces for small Teardrop/Pop-up/travel trailer type, plus tent site, some needing water/elec. only. I will have more info in near future, please get back to me, some of us have stayed there before and love the place. Bob
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Dear Mr. Ruger,

We have plenty of space available for the weekend of October the fifteenth through the seventeenth. All of our water and electric sites are available and we have some full hook-up sites across the street as well that are available if they are needed. You could also rent out a couple of sites that are known as our family zones that are water and electric sites that are allowed a tent on the site. This will be very convenient for you and your group if your trying to keep every one in the same location and the family zones are also near all the rest of the water and electric sites. If you have any further questions, feel free to call our offices at (757) 426-6241 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. or leave a message with your name and number and we will return the call as soon as possible.

Thank you for considering North Landing Beach as your camping resort.
Have a wonderful day.

this will stay on my radar... cant commit that far out, but it'll be on my calendar once its all 100% firm.

All i need at my campsite is a firepit and a place to park my e.

http://maps.google.com/maps/place?oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=North+Landing+Beach&fb=1&gl=us&hq=North+Landing+Beach&cid=10097136065447428526

got some bad reviews... but the angry people are always the loudest. My gripe is the pictures suck.

I wouldn't fret the bad reviews, this is the same place we stayed back in '07 isn't it? :?

At any rate, vacation days are submitted and approved. So if someone knows a better campground by all means hop in with recommendations, but I think we traveled this road before. Didn't someone drive down and physically evaluate the campgrounds last time? I guess I can go back and read the thread and see, but I think that's what went down.

The old thread from the '07 trip in the Mid-Atlantic forum is here (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?p=447334#post447334). Picture thread is here (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38239).

Anyway, someone make the call and let's get this trip publicized, we got a big ole boat to fill.... :razz:

Last time there was not any problems with rif raf but then again we might have been the rif raf :roll:

Last time there was not any problems with rif raf but then again we might have been the rif raf :roll:

Well said Mel, it is what you make of it, we had a great time, playing the games, staying up late talking, making new friends, eating great, etc.

No matter where you go, and I have been to a lot of places, you are going to get complainers who either paid too much or weren't having the fun we had. It only takes a few bad comments to spoil others fun, but not the Eples!

Come have a great time, guaranteed by YOU!

Bob

I'll talk to Elaine about putting this one on the calender...

As far as campgrounds go...I have to agree with Spotman...it's what you make of it, and the company you have...
We've camped in some pretty crappy places, with just the family, and hated it - too much noise, ppl too close etc etc, but never seem to have that issue when it's Eppl camping...it's all in the perspective...lol

Fire Elf and I are a go!....It will even be possible for me to drive the E and let Denny drive the truck with the camper down :) so we won't be "out of the loop" so to speak.

We're Psyched!

I hope we get as many of us together as possible! Would love to see everyone again! Miss you guys & girls!

Got it on my calendar. Sounds like fun

It's sounding like we might just fill this dang boat this time. :-D

Burn-out approaching! Break needed! We're in for this one!

May have a popup to play with, too. did that sound a little strange?? :?

I am putting this on the calendar. Can't commit just yet, but definitely on the radar.

On the calander. I should be there. Is it too early to talk food?

Is it **EVER** too early to talk food?? :|

I was thinking doing something kinna like we did last time.


Friday Supper
Saturday

breakfast
picnic dinner at the ferry
supper at camp

Sunday breakfast


Not sure if there are folks thinking about spending more days, don't see a problem with it really - mid-October at the coast wouldn't seem to me to be a 'prime vacation' time... :|

Right now I'm looking at getting there mid-day'ish' on Friday and heading back on Sunday, thinking seriously about bringing both Boomer and Baxter this time... :twisted:

May have a popup to play with, too. did that sound a little strange?? :?

Yes John, but we understand...:lol::lol::lol:

Bob

Is it **EVER** too early to talk food?? :|

I was thinking doing something kinna like we did last time.


Friday Supper
Saturday

breakfast
picnic dinner at the ferry
supper at camp

Sunday breakfast


Not sure if there are folks thinking about spending more days, don't see a problem with it really - mid-October at the coast wouldn't seem to me to be a 'prime vacation' time... :|

Right now I'm looking at getting there mid-day'ish' on Friday and heading back on Sunday, thinking seriously about bringing both Boomer and Baxter this time... :twisted:


OK I will plan on eggs Benny for saturday Breakfast and bring some "Low cal" desert

Burn-out approaching! Break needed! We're in for this one!

May have a popup to play with, too. did that sound a little strange?? :?
Not really...
We don't go anywhere without ours now...lol

Right now I'm looking at getting there mid-day'ish' on Friday and heading back on Sunday, thinking seriously about bringing both Boomer and Baxter this time... :twisted:

Why are you doing this to me?? :roll: :twisted:
I told you I can not come (real family comes first, I guess). Would love to be there with E-ple and E-dogs.

Why are you doing this to me?? :roll: :twisted:
I told you I can not come (real family comes first, I guess). Would love to be there with E-ple and E-dogs.

:-DLast sentence said it all, you see family all the time! Your E-ple/E-dogs need you.:shock:

You don't want to miss this, only happens every 3 years!:roll:;-)

Is it **EVER** too early to talk food?? :|

I was thinking doing something kinna like we did last time.


Friday Supper
Saturday

breakfast
picnic dinner at the ferry
supper at camp

Sunday breakfast


Antique waffles Sunday morning? :-D

Why are you doing this to me?? :roll: :twisted:
I told you I can not come (real family comes first, I guess). Would love to be there with E-ple and E-dogs.

Would it put you over the edge if I told you that I was bringing Sampson and Delilah

...Is it too early to talk food?

Not at all. Go ahead and eat something.

Colin!!! :shock:

You ARE coming to this, right? :?

Why are you doing this to me?? :roll: :twisted:
I told you I can not come (real family comes first, I guess). Would love to be there with E-ple and E-dogs.
....?
We come all the way from CANADA for these meets

....?
We come all the way from CANADA for these meets

I know, but most probably that time I will be visiting my family across the pond. I haven't seen my parents in 3 years so it's about time.

Not at all. Go ahead and eat something.

:shock::shock:Where the H3LL you been? Unless someone high jacked your site?:shock::shock:

Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans.

Dessert... CHEESECAKE!

You know, mid-October might be just right for a big batch of chili... :|

Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans.

Dessert... CHEESECAKE!

:rockon: You know, you have a lot of fishing to do to feed this crowd.:razz:

Plus, don't leave your keys laying around, I want a Khaki E:evil:

Should I say Semper Fi?

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Should I say Semper Fi?

I think Reaper is Air Force. (could be wrong)

We may have to try and make this one. Hard to say this far out but I know I would love to do it!

Was air force... now i am the proud owner of facial hair!!!!!!!!

i get the frozen fish in large bags, its actually quite good surprisingly.

I need to find a grate to go over my burn pit...hmmm.

:shock::shock:Where the H3LL you been? Unless someone high jacked your site?:shock::shock:

Greetings, Bob!! Looooooong time no see. I look forward to catching up really soon and hope you and MaryBeth are well. :grin:

Hi Collin nice to hear from you

This is shaping up to be epic.

Greetings, Bob!! Looooooong time no see. I look forward to catching up really soon and hope you and MaryBeth are well. :grin:

:evil:You owe me some time on Ladder Golf, I still think you had rigged golf balls when we played, now I have my own set, thanks to you.:razz:

Was air force... now i am the proud owner of facial hair!!!!!!!!
I need to find a grate to go over my burn pit...hmmm.

"Above All" "Aim High" :sw004:

I am sure, that some one will come up with a grate big enough.:evil:

"Above All" "Aim High" :sw004:

I am sure, that some one will come up with a grate big enough.:evil:

I just need one that covers a washing machine drum (My burn pit/barrel for camping @ the beach). Sometimes i wish i lived back home for these things... my buddie owns a machine shop.

You know, mid-October might be just right for a big batch of chili... :|

That work's pretty well when people are arriving sporadically. :grin:

Was air force... .

Oh, God! Another flyboy!:shock:

....This is shaping up to be epic.

Might need to pick up a few more waffle irons.........

It's ok Bob...I'll sympathize with you...I was army...

You know the air force claims they have a perfect record....they've never left one up there

Hi Collin nice to hear from you

This is shaping up to be epic.

Hi Mel! Ditto.
:evil:You owe me some time on Ladder Golf, I still think you had rigged golf balls when we played, now I have my own set, thanks to you.:razz:

Ready when you are, Bob and glad you still play, but rigged golf balls? :twisted:

...You know the air force claims they have a perfect record....they've never left one up there

:lol:

Ya know Benny, you only opened this thread a week ago, and with Spotman taking point we already have 9 probables for about 14 or so people, with 5 more possibles for about 7 or 8 more; at least 5 dogs, and 3 meals already covered. And..... there are several folks (and 1 dog) I can think of who haven't even chimed in yet!:-o

I think you're right -- folks are ready; and Mel is right-- this could be a classic. :lol:

I am not sure if anyone cares but me, but The NC State Fair goes Oct 14-24, 2010 this year...I will still definitely be going to this meet up, but know I am sacrificing my Fair Time...hahaha....

Not sure if anyone knows, but the NC State Fair is one of the best things about living in NC. :-) luckily, i live by the Fair grounds :grin:

I am not sure if anyone cares but me, but The NC State Fair goes Oct 14-24, 2010 this year...I will still definitely be going to this meet up, but know I am sacrificing my Fair Time...hahaha....

Not sure if anyone knows, but the NC State Fair is one of the best things about living in NC. :-) luckily, i live by the Fair grounds :grin:

there are many of the same events at camp E.
you get to eat way too much..
fairway game
and a few side show freaks.


:evil:

there are many of the same events at camp E.
you get to eat way too much..
fairway game
and a few side show freaks.


:evil:

While I have never been to a large event or camp with the EOC I think I can totally believe this!!!

You know the air force claims they have a perfect record....they've never left one up there

This one gave me a pretty darned good belly laugh. Good one!

John, I think you're right. This is going to be another one for the 'books' so to speak. The last time we did this it was great.

I'm wondering now what if we wind up with too many E's? I think the ferry lists 18 as the limit, but we had 16 the last time, and they put another four or five cars/trucks and a couple or three motorcycles on there too... I guess we could always go back and look, but there were way more than 18... :|

Anyway, we'll cross that bridge when / if we get there - too many showing up would be a unique problem. :twisted:

I didn't think about the state fair, honestly it never crossed my mind... was more looking at getting this in before wintertime really.

Bob, do you think it's possible to get the same general area we were in before? That worked really well for pretty much everyone, well other than the ones that want to stay in the cabins I guess... :| But it was convenient for those in trailers, popups, and tents. We managed to pretty much stay together, and stay in their 'rules' about tents in tent spaces... :twisted:

I will check with the ferry about capacity. Plus, sometime this week will go down to campgrounds to arrange sites to reserve. Will get a number and stats for everyone to call.

Going into hospital for one day Friday, need to get my breathing right, sucks getting old and your nose starts shutting down. (Been putting of for years):shock::twisted:

.....Going into hospital for one day Friday,....sucks getting old and your nose starts shutting down....:shock::twisted:

Well, I can't speak to the nose issue... :roll: ....... but I'll second the getting old sucks part -- :shock: !! [there are other things that start shutting down, too] [god, did he really say that?]

Good Luck, Bob!!

Courtenay and Me will be there,and if you like I can bring the smoker and do BBQ.:|

if you like I can bring the smoker and do BBQ.:|


IF? IF? WTF do you mean IF? :twisted:

Bring it! :-D

Ok Lets do B.B.Q when you get a head count let me known so I can get the pork soulders for the B.B.Q and I will do the cole slaw also to go with it.

John, I think you're right. This is going to be another one for the 'books' so to speak. The last time we did this it was great.

I'm wondering now what if we wind up with too many E's? I think the ferry lists 18 as the limit, but we had 16 the last time, and they put another four or five cars/trucks and a couple or three motorcycles on there too... I guess we could always go back and look, but there were way more than 18... :|

Anyway, we'll cross that bridge when / if we get there - too many showing up would be a unique problem. :twisted:

I didn't think about the state fair, honestly it never crossed my mind... was more looking at getting this in before wintertime really.

Bob, do you think it's possible to get the same general area we were in before? That worked really well for pretty much everyone, well other than the ones that want to stay in the cabins I guess... :| But it was convenient for those in trailers, popups, and tents. We managed to pretty much stay together, and stay in their 'rules' about tents in tent spaces... :twisted:

We didn't go on the last on, so I gotta ask...do we take the ferry to get to the campground?
I've looked at a map, but only quickly...
if so might be a problem getting all those e's on there if some of us have trailers too...?

No - unless you just want to. The campground is accessible from land routes. Basically it's about 30 miles (about 48km) due South of Va. Beach, VA.

If we do like we did last time, we'll all get together and do the ferry trip from Knotts Island to Currituck - about a 45 minute trip. If I were to guess I would say take the Noon ferry, but it's way too early to say really.

Have a picnic dinner there at Currituck and then drive back to camp via the scenic drive around the Currituck Sound.

there are many of the same events at camp E.
you get to eat way too much..
fairway game
and a few side show freaks.


:evil:

Side show freaks??? I resemble THAT remark!

Hey Colin, good to see you're back...maybe I'll come back more too....shhhh, don't tell Larry....:razz:8)

Hey Colin, good to see you're back...maybe I'll come back more too....shhhh, don't tell Larry....:razz:8)

Thanks, Court! It sure would be great to see you again. Somehow I think Larry'd find out. :razz:

Operation off for now, scheduled for Aug 10. Thanks for the concerns.

I went to North Landing Beach today, I will meet with Jessica on Sunday, she was off today. They said, no problems that time of year on sites, I will talk to her about group discount, so hang in there on reservations.

The Knotts Island ferry has a schedule or 10am, 12 noon, 2pm and 4:30pm. 12noon should be the best. www.ncferry.org or 1-800-BY-Ferry for the most update info.

Bob:-D

This is on the way for most of everyone going from the north or west, it is about 15 miles to the campground.
http://www.vbairport.com/

There is a Sunoco station about 4 miles from the campground for those of you needing fuel before getting there. It is on Princess Anne Rd., in Creeds.

Ok Lets do B.B.Q when you get a head count let me known so I can get the pork soulders for the B.B.Q and I will do the cole slaw also to go with it.

:evil::razz::razz::razz:

Denny, you the MAN:evil::evil::evil:

I keep hoping to see ron"E"boy pipe in and say he and "The Don" are driving up... so far, nothin' :-(

I'm so ready for this. Not real sure I can wait till October!

...what if we wind up with too many E's? I think the ferry lists 18 as the limit, but we had 16 the last time, and they put another four or five cars/trucks and a couple or three motorcycles on there too...

I think they probably just use the number 18 as a rationale and a control mechanism when they need to. These vessels have MGW limitations that have a reasonable safety factor built in, and like an aircraft, I'm sure the captain has a certain amount of discretion within those boundaries. The E is a light vehicle, and if they can physically fit 26 or 30 on board, it probably won't even approach their weight limits.

I could be wrong, but just thinking.......

I keep hoping to see ron"E"boy pipe in and say he and "The Don" are driving up... so far, nothin' :-(

I'm so ready for this. Not real sure I can wait till October!

haven't heard from Up&Atom, or ElementaryEd, or kissya, either......... :?

cant commit to this but will keep in mind.....

Here's who we have so far...

Oh yeah:
(2) ~ bh241 - Benny & Laraine, Shelby, NC, Chili?
(2) ~ Spotman - Bob & Mary Beth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
(1) ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and bringing some "Low cal" dessert
(1) ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC
(2) ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
(2?) ~ John Gaquin - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
(1) ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA

Possible:
(?) ~ simpson - Western NC
(?) ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
(2) ~ Tim Vance - & Elaine, From Ontario
(?) ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
(?) ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
(?) ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY

Reeeeeeally want to:
(?) ~ _jea_ - Columbus, OH


Pretty good numbers and we have about 3 months to go. :-)

(2.5) ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili - Friday


This is probably more realistic, me and a couple of the 'boys' for the weekend. I am thinking right now we should be arriving at camp between 1pm - 3pm on Friday.

Baxter went last time and Boomer has been on other trips. The both did exceptionally well, it's time to see how they would do together. Heck, if Mel brings Sampson and Delilah I aught to be able to deal with Boomer and Baxter. :roll:

I also have a ladder game and a beanbag game (aka: bolo & cornhole) to bring for game play.

Gotcha Benny.

I went back to update the original list, but I can't edit. Did that option go away?

We'll be there:
(2.5) ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
(2) ~ Spotman - Bob & Mary Beth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
(1) ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and bringing some "Low cal" dessert
(1) ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC
(2) ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
(2?) ~ John Gaquin - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
(1) ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA

Possible:
(?) ~ simpson - Western NC
(?) ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
(2) ~ Tim Vance - & Elaine, From Ontario
(?) ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
(?) ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
(?) ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY

Reeeeeeally want to:
(?) ~ _jea_ - Columbus, OH

80766

Spoke to Jessica (POC) 757-426-6241, she gave me some ideas on where we can gather.

If we chose the upper left area sites 48-65 and 75-94, we can put a trailer and a tent on one site and pay a total of $32.17 for each trailer and tent, minus a 10% discount. This will include the one hook up for water and electric to share.

Or, We can be under a lot of trees, stay in one area,, but, the sites will be "FULL" hookups for RV's and it will cost $44.07 for trailers and $32.17 for tents, minus a 10% discount.

Before you call to make reservations, (Mention the Element Owners Club) lets toss this around when we get a firm count to see if everyone wants to stay that close. Plus there a Cabins to rent, check out the site.
http://www.northlandingbeach.com/campingvirginiabeach/en/home

More to follow on updates and responses. :roll:

put me and Courtenay on the list,and we need a full hookup site our trailer is 27 ft. and if its o.k someone can park a tent on our site.

80766

If we chose the upper left area sites 48-65 and 75-94, we can put a trailer and a tent on one site and pay a total of $32.17 for each trailer and tent, minus a 10% discount. This will include the one hook up for water and electric to share.

Or, We can be under a lot of trees, stay in one area,, but, the sites will be "FULL" hookups for RV's and it will cost $44.07 for trailers and $32.17 for tents, minus a 10% discount.

Bob, slight clarification please: 1) I presume the fees cited are daily. 2) Option 2 "We can be under a lot of trees". Is the first area devoid of trees? I like to have some trees around - shade, windbreak, etc.

Bob, slight clarification please: 1) I presume the fees cited are daily. 2) Option 2 "We can be under a lot of trees". Is the first area devoid of trees? I like to have some trees around - shade, windbreak, etc.

John, 1) Fees are daily. 2) I prefer under trees also, but will get more clarification on shaded sites available. She said to check back with her after we get a good consensus of what people want. Also said it won't be that busy in Oct. Good campfire weather anyway here in Oct.

Bob,

Check and see if we could get where we were last time, it worked well I thought. We had all that room across the street (in front of the tents) where we could park all pretty... :roll:

I think the tent sites were either some kind of group thing or just no-frill sites, but we all stayed over at the trailers anyway.

It was closer to the water too.

Colin's post (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showpost.php?p=469316&postcount=481) from last time has some nice visuals. :-)

Trees, I like trees....

What about the waterfront tent sites? Can you drive the E's on the beach and set up camp? If so, I would want that. If not, I like treees. and close proximity to the restrooms.

We can practically go where anyone wants during that time, yes you can drive onto the beach area now and camp right on the water. Benny, that site we had all the tents in, circled, is now one giant Party Pavilion.80782

I am still getting msgs. back from people with different ideas of where to camp, because some are just tenting, some have small campers (teardrop, pop-up, etc) and some want to bring a large 27' camper to make it "Party Central".:razz: Keep tossing them ideas out E-ple, we will have a great party, as usual, and see some old friends and make new ones.8)
Did I mention, the Ferry ride was still "FREE".

Yea it was pretty much a party pavilion when we were there too, well other than the pavilion part I guess... ;-)

You know as long as we're not slap out in the open sun - somewhere totally devoid of trees I really won't care. :roll:

Unless something has changed, the area they were recommending looks a lot like a flappin' parking lot... :|

80786

a more recent picture
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I need electric water and something inmoveable to tie the dogs to.
A pull through site is best or just bring your lawn chairs and prepare to be entertained while I back the trailer in.

I've been following the posts on this, is a invite required to participate? I've not met any EOC members, and never camped in that area and would love to participate, if it's ok to self invite; AND if husband agrees. We're not spring chickens but love to camp and meet people and hang out @ campfires! and bring our silly little dog with us, and drink beer, and a ferry ride would be fun..... <she says all this shyly, hopefully> Buffy

I've been following the posts on this, is a invite required to participate? I've not met any EOC members, and never camped in that area and would love to participate, if it's ok to self invite; AND if husband agrees. We're not spring chickens but love to camp and meet people and hang out @ campfires! and bring our silly little dog with us, and drink beer, and a ferry ride would be fun..... <she says all this shyly, hopefully> Buffy

:shock:Buffy, you are our kind of people, NO INVITE NEEDED. If you drive all the way from Florida, you win the long distance award (I even have an extra EOC Sticker for you), and maybe RONEBOY will chime in from Fl. You won't find too many "spring chickens" with this group, well maybe a few "Kids"!:razz:

Bob

Hi Buffy,

I'm sure I speak for all involved when I say "Of course you're welcome!" Everyone - anyone is always welcome. Come for the weekend, for the day, for a few hours it doesn't matter. :-)

You would be surprised how many of us aren't exactly spring chickens either...

The more and more I read and talk to my wife about this, I am faily confident we will be able to make it. Just gotta figure out if we are camping or what. She's never camped before and it's been years since I have. This looks like it will be a blast!

Buffy bring your husband and come join us for a great weekend of food fun and a lot of new and great friends.:evil::evil:

The more and more I read and talk to my wife about this, I am faily confident we will be able to make it. Just gotta figure out if we are camping or what. She's never camped before and it's been years since I have. This looks like it will be a blast!

:razz:Check out the cabins, little more comfy for non-campers.

... is a invite required to participate?

Invitació? Que necessita una invitació? Buffy, of course you're welcome! In fact, now that you've made yourself known, you HAVE to show up! If you don't, we might have to have Big Al from Alabama pay you a visit, yaknowwhatimean? :lol:


...Just gotta figure out if we are camping or what. She's never camped before and it's been years since I have. This looks like it will be a blast!

It WILL be a blast, guaranteed! :lol: A year ago March we only had about 8 or 10 folks and a dog down by Swansboro. Cold as the dickens, but we had a great time (and some petty fair food)!! Be there!! You've got almost three months to check things out, ask advice, pick up some basic stuff, and you can sure as heck fake the rest among friends. :-D Everyone else does!! :evil:

I've been following the posts on this, is a invite required to participate? I've not met any EOC members, and never camped in that area and would love to participate, if it's ok to self invite; AND if husband agrees. We're not spring chickens but love to camp and meet people and hang out @ campfires! and bring our silly little dog with us, and drink beer, and a ferry ride would be fun..... <she says all this shyly, hopefully> Buffy
If we can drive all the way from Canada, the drive from Florida wouldn't be too hard to do :roll:...
Virgina Beach is about half way for us (our daughter lives in Naples FL)

I am gonna start planning and arm twisting the old man! The dog is always ready for a camping trip! Yeee haw! Naples is a long drive from Gainesville! Ya'll canada folks get the distance prize! tho I guess it is your time of year to head south! okok i'm thinkin and planning.... so excited! yep excited ! did I say? excited...can't wait to meet ya'll, check all the E's! :-D

:shock:Buffy, you are our kind of people, NO INVITE NEEDED. If you drive all the way from Florida, you win the long distance award (I even have an extra EOC Sticker for you), and maybe RONEBOY will chime in from Fl. You won't find too many "spring chickens" with this group, well maybe a few "Kids"!:razz:

Bob

I will hold you to the EOC sticker, thank you very much:-) planning, making lists! twisting arms...

I am gonna start planning and arm twisting the old man! The dog is always ready for a camping trip! Yeee haw! Naples is a long drive from Gainesville! Ya'll canada folks get the distance prize! tho I guess it is your time of year to head south! okok i'm thinkin and planning.... so excited! yep excited ! did I say? excited...can't wait to meet ya'll, check all the E's! :-D
Have E will travel

Did I mention we have beer?
Anyone who comes as far as we do gets a beer...and we may even let ya have one each....lol

It WILL be a blast, guaranteed! :lol: A year ago March we only had about 8 or 10 folks and a dog down by Swansboro. Cold as the dickens, but we had a great time (and some petty fair food)!! Be there!! You've got almost three months to check things out, ask advice, pick up some basic stuff, and you can sure as heck fake the rest among friends. :-D Everyone else does!! :evil:

Step 1: Completed

October 15 approved time off!

Step 2: Keep everyone healthy!

Update... it's only 12 E-ple. K9s don't count. :)

We'll be there:
[(# of E-ple) ~ Details]
(1) ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
(2) ~ Spotman - Bob & Mary Beth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
(1) ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and bringing some "Low cal" dessert
(1) ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC
(2) ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
(2?) ~ John Gaquin - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
(1) ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
12 E-ple

Possible:
(?) ~ simpson - Western NC
(?) ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
(2) ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada
(?) ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
(?) ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
(?) ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
(2) ~ Buffy Moon - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL

Reeeeeeally want to:
(?) ~ _jea_ - Columbus, OH

Italics = updated from last list

Hello......

This sounds like fun. I still have the pics from the last trip.
Unfortunately, it's a 10 hour trip one way for me.

I will be there in spirit.:-)

Hello......

This sounds like fun. I still have the pics from the last trip.
Unfortunately, it's a 10 hour trip one way for me.

I will be there in spirit.:-)

Can't you get someone to share the driving with? It'd be great to see you again!

Update... it's only 12 E-ple. K9s don't count. :)

What'ca mean I don't count?
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/Boomer/IMG_1025-small.jpg

You can always meet me somewhere and we could ride on over together, it's a good seven hour run from here. :| Think about it anyway, OK? You went last time so you know how much fun this is.
it's a 10 hour trip one way for me.

What'ca mean I don't count?
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/Boomer/IMG_1025-small.jpg


:razz: No offense intended.

:razz: No offense intended.

None taken, but you do know you're gonna get 'slobbered' for that one.... :lol:

we will have to see as things get closer to October. The wife needs a good camp trip

None taken, but you do know you're gonna get 'slobbered' for that one.... :lol:
Fact is, I haven't had a good slobbering in a quite some time.

we will have to see as things get closer to October. The wife needs a good camp trip

Excellent!

We'll be there:
[(# of E-ple) ~ Details]
(1) ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
(2) ~ Spotman - Bob & Mary Beth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
(1) ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and bringing some "Low cal" dessert
(1) ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC
(2) ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
(2?) ~ John Gaquin - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
(1) ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
12 E-ple

Possible:
(?) ~ simpson - Western NC
(?) ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
(2) ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada
(?) ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
(?) ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
(?) ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
(2) ~ Buffy Moon - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
(2) ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn

Reeeeeeally want to:
(?) ~ _jea_ - Columbus, OH

Italic = updated from last list

I'm so ready to see you guys it's not funny! I'm looking forward to seeing new faces too.....and Colin, don't worry, you'll get slobbered on......ROFL:evil:

I'm so ready to see you guys it's not funny! I'm looking forward to seeing new faces too.....and Colin, don't worry, you'll get slobbered on......ROFL:evil:
:shock: :razz:

I'm so ready to see you guys it's not funny! I'm looking forward to seeing new faces too.....and Colin, don't worry, you'll get slobbered on......ROFL:evil:


Take plenty of pics.....I wanna see it....:twisted:

Should I attend, i would be bringing my lovely wife with me. so that would be 2. She eats like a bird, add in the gluten intolerance... she basically eats veggies, potatoes, etc. get this... she dont like bacon! ZOMG yea... no bacon.

.... get this... she dont like bacon!

Don't like bacon!!!! :shock:

Why, that's..... that's just.... well... it's UNNAMURRKIN!!!!! :lol:

But I bet she'll like my antique gluten-free waffles!!:-D

Element People,camping And other GF ppl! It doesn't get any better.... We are planning on being there! will supply something in the food line to share, and it will be GF! cool cool!:lol: can't wait to meet everyone, 2 adults 1 small snarly dog. Buffy

get this... she dont like bacon! ZOMG yea... no bacon.

That's OK. MORE FOR ME! I'll just put some in the waffles... ;-)

E-ple,camping And other GF ppl! It doesn't get any better.... We are planning on being there! will supply something in the food line to share, and it will be GF! cool cool!:lol: can't wait to meet everyone, 2 adults 1 small snarly dog. Buffy
fixed it for you ;-)

We'll probably get serious in a few weeks and take a stab at working out a menu of sorts. We started doing that as a way to quit having so much waste - we actually had too much food at these things... :twisted: Not to mention it gives folks a chance to show off their cooking skills.

Hey, maybe we should do some kink of 'cook off' like those silly folks out on the left coast do... dutch oven? chilli? steak grillin'? :grin:

...It doesn't get any better.... We are planning on being there!...

I love posts like that, Buffy. :D

We'll be there:
[(# of E-ple) ~ Details]
(1) ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
(2) ~ Spotman - Bob & Mary Beth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
(1) ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and bringing some "Low cal" dessert
(1) ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC
(2) ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
(2?) ~ John Gaquin - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
(1) ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
(2) ~ Buffy Moon - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
14 E-ple

Possible:
(?) ~ simpson - Western NC
(?) ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
(2) ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada
(?) ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
(?) ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
(?) ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
(2) ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
(2) ~ ReaperZune8 - & wife, NE Carolina

Italic - Updated from last list

Colin,

Have you heard anything from Drew & Alys, De, Chris, or Kerri? These folks seemed to enjoy it the last time... ;-) They might not even know about it since it's down here in the mid-south forum somewhat disguised...

It's looking like this will turn out to be a fairly decent meet. :-)

Colin,

Have you heard anything from Drew & Alys, De, Chris, or Kerri? These folks seemed to enjoy it the last time... ;-) They might not even know about it since it's down here in the mid-south forum somewhat disguised...

It's looking like this will turn out to be a fairly decent meet. :-)

Hi Benny,

The only one I've heard from is De and she's put it on her calendar. I so hope she makes it.


You may be right about the thread's location. Hmmm.

Hey Benny You want to have a cook-off all I can say is bring it on.:evil:

Hey Benny You want to have a cook-off all I can say is bring it on.:evil:

Actually I was kinna thinkin' about being a judge... ;-)

So how's it going as far as the picking of the campsites at the campground for this event.

Days off confirmed! :grin: When can we make reservations? :lol:

Better make a decision and buy one o' these popups! :shock:

Better get those waffle irons tuned up! :evil:

Days off confirmed! :grin: When can we make reservations? :lol:...

Hi John,

That's great news!

Spotman/Bob & MaryBeth are out of town camping so we'll have to wait to hear from him. They should be back in a few days.

Got it on my calendar. Sounds like fun

Nice dog.

-g

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Colin and Benny,
Thanks for the heads up. It's on my calendar. It was a fun trip with great food (and a lot of it!), awesome people and wonderful doggies.

Colin and Benny,
Thanks for the heads up. It's on my calendar. It was a fun trip with great food (and a lot of it!), awesome people and wonderful doggies.

:shock: It's De!

Glad to see you posting here! I'm going to add you to the top list if that's okay. You obviously remember how great the last trip was, and corrections can be made if necessary. :-)

We'll be there:
[(# of E-ple) ~ Details]
(1) ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
(2) ~ Spotman - Bob & Mary Beth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
(1) ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and bringing some "Low cal" dessert
(1) ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC
(2) ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
(2?) ~ John Gaquin - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
(1) ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
(2) ~ Buffy Moon - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
(2) ~ gisele - De & Mark, near DC somewhere
16 E-ple

Possible:
(?) ~ simpson - Western NC
(?) ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
(2) ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada
(?) ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
(?) ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
(2) ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
(?) ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
(2) ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
(2) ~ ReaperZune8 - & wife, NE Carolina

Italic - Updated from last list

Cello everybody,

After much thought, I plan on bringing 1 or 2 Pig Picking cakes.

If you don't know what it is, you can Google it.
I can't make it, but I have a friend who sells her baked goods
at the NC State Farmer's Market called Nancy Jo's. I will say
that they are really good and they sell out every weekend :x
My dog Maximus will be joining me as well.:odie:

Well, folks, we're not homeless anymore! :lol: Tonight we bought an '05 Flagstaff 176. Small, simple, good shape and fairly light in an 8ft box. Nice price, and it includes a bunch of stuff as well, not the least of which is a set of sidewall curtains and mats that turn the awning into an extra room. I'll have to add brakes, and I'll probably add a set of tires (they're original) but that's about it. Now I have two things I have to mod! :twisted:

Well, folks, we're not homeless anymore! :lol: Tonight we bought an '05 Flagstaff 176. Small, simple, good shape and fairly light in an 8ft box. Nice price, and it includes a bunch of stuff as well, not the least of which is a set of sidewall curtains and mats that turn the awning into an extra room. I'll have to add brakes, and I'll probably add a set of tires (they're original) but that's about it. Now I have two things I have to mod! :twisted:

Neat weclome to the world of trailer trash..
have we determined the type sites we are getting? I can have a tent on my site might even lend you a dog to sleep with.

OK Boys and Girls, just spoke to Jessica at North Landing, she said go ahead and make those reservations. I told her to try and keep us all close together, so I suggested sites 14-32, with full hookups. Those that want to camp on the Beach, go for it, it is beautiful. If you need a cabin, mention it.

MOST OF ALL: MENTION YOU ARE A MEMBER OF THE (EOC) ELEMENT OWNERS CLUB.

Bob
http://www.northlandingbeach.com/campingvirginiabeach/

757-426-6241 Toll Free: 1-888-283-2725

OK Boys and Girls, just spoke to Jessica at North Landing, she said go ahead and make those reservations. I told her to try and keep us all close together, so I suggested sites 14-32, with full hookups. Those that want to camp on the Beach, go for it, it is beautiful. If you need a cabin, mention it.

MOST OF ALL: MENTION YOU ARE A MEMBER OF THE (EOC) ELEMENT OWNERS CLUB.

Bob
http://www.northlandingbeach.com/campingvirginiabeach/

757-426-6241 Toll Free: 1-888-283-2725


Fixed the URL for ya. :-)

Welcome back, Bob. We missed you.

I trust you and MaryBeth had a great time camping and would love to see some pics when they get posted. (A link would do just fine.)
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Hey John,

Congrats on the camper. I Googled the model number 'cuz I had no idea what it was... looks sweet. I'm interested to see how that "extra room" works.
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After much thought, I plan on bringing 1 or 2 Pig Picking cakes. If you don't know what it is, you can Google it.
I did and it looks and sounds awesome. Very unique.

http://picasaweb.google.com/spotman2/ECN2010MaxMeadowsFtChiswellVA#

http://www.flickr.com/photos/47669630@N08/sets/72157624586287637/

Total of 44 Teardrops and 15 states represented, what a great time.

Total of 44 Teardrops and 15 states represented, what a great time.

Thanks for the photo-fix. It looks like the weather cooperated - very cool. :-)

OK Boys and Girls, just spoke to Jessica.....she said go ahead and make those reservations....

OK! My res is in! I think she said #28, but in our chat she also pointed out that with group events like this, lots of folks auto-change their spots, depending on how the various vehicles and tents combine well. So we'll see.

And tomorrow (Sunday) we go to pick up our PUP! New toy! Yes!

FISH E and Linda (Mrs FISH E) are in, looking forward to meeting new Eple and seeing old (not really old) friends again!!
We're in a cabin, not really campers!

OK! My res is in! ...And tomorrow (Sunday) we go to pick up our PUP! New toy! Yes!

FISH E and Linda (Mrs FISH E) are in... We're in a cabin, not really campers!

Excellent!

John: have a safe trip home with the camper.

Rusty: cabin's do count as camping. You're going to spend far more time around a fire than you will "out of the elements" - so to speak.

Here's the latest tally:

We'll be there:
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
1 ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
2 ~ Buffy Moon - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
1 ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and bringing some "Low cal" dessert
1 ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC, bringing Pig Picking cakes (dessert)
2 ~ FISH E* - Rusty & Linda, Millersville, MD
2 ~ gisele - De & Mark, near DC somewhere
2 ~ John Gaquin* - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
2 ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
1 ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
2 ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
2 ~ Spotman - Bob & MaryBeth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
20 E-ple

Possible:
? ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
? ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
2 ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
? ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
? ~ simpson - Western NC
2 ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada

*Reservation made

Hi, Honey, I'm home!!!

Well, after lots of help and advice here and elsewhere, and some looking, we finally settled on one, and we just brought our new (to us) popup home this afternoon! It's a 2005 Flagstaff 176LST that we bought from the original owner at a very good price. They've kept it in good condition (garaged when not in use), and included a lot of extras like a full set of sidewalls and ground mats for the awning, a spare propane tank (full), and numerous gen purpose accessories they've accumulated. There's very little we have to do before use, but of course you have to mess around with a new toy, if only to really make it yours! It's small but not too small, which is what we wanted-- a bit more convenient than tent camping, but still camping.

Just have to wait for the daytime temps and humidity to come down a bit! We'll do a couple of local shakedowns, but Knott's Island will likely be the first big outing! Can't wait!!

I'm interested to see how that "extra room" works.


Colin, I'll post some pics as soon as I can. I went through the process once with the seller, but it was hot and steamy and I didn't want to waste time on pics (or drip a lot of sweat all over my camera)!

The awning sets up in (what I presume to be) the standard fashion. The sidewall curtains comprise one continuous piece that attaches to the awning unit through three seperate zippers, one on each side. Not difficult, but ackward if alone, I would think. I'll be learning a lot over the next few weeks.

Looks like now we have to come, just so I can show ya how to set up the add a room John...lol

This is starting to look more like a definitely possibility, than just a maybe.
We'll have to see how things are going by mid Sept...

Hi to all if you see the bad-e come and see it peter

Hi to all if you see the bad-e come and see it peter

Welcome to the EOC, Peter. You should come camping with us... you have plenty of time to plan. It promises to be a great time. :-)


John,
No rush on the pictures... now go and play with the new toy. ;)

Tim,
Reeeeaaaally hope you can make it. :)

Hi,

My husband and I just found this club. We bought our E in March and just recently acquired a small pop-up camper to go with it. We have only used it once so far and would love to join the group for the Fall Camp '10 at Knotts Island in October. From the other posts I assume we make our own reservations and indicate we are part of the EOC. What else do we need to do? Also, is the campground dog friendly? We have two large dogs and would like to bring them if it is O.K.

Thanks for any info.

Hi,

My husband and I just found this club. We bought our E in March and just recently acquired a small pop-up camper to go with it. We have only used it once so far and would love to join the group for the Fall Camp '10 at Knotts Island in October. From the other posts I assume we make our own reservations and indicate we are part of the EOC. What else do we need to do? Also, is the campground dog friendly? We have two large dogs and would like to bring them if it is O.K.

Thanks for any info.

Welcome to the club please come If you have dogs you must bring them that is in the rules :grin:

Hi, My husband and I just found this club. We bought our E in March and just recently acquired a small pop-up camper to go with it.

Welcome!!! You've found the right place! :grin: We just bought a popup, too. What did you get? We bought a 5 y/o Flagstaff, small.


We have only used it once so far and would love to join the group for the Fall Camp '10 at Knotts Island in October.

Of course you'll be there! Just follow Benny from Shelby, he'll show you the way.:twisted:

Also, is the campground dog friendly? We have two large dogs and would like to bring them if it is O.K. :lol: :shock: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :shock: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Welcome to the EOC, Jen-E, and congrats on your new E and the camper. It's great that your very first post is here in this thread. Can't wait to meet you!

Kudos on your handle with the capital E at the end. It's like you've been here for ages.

You are now on the list, so you have to come. We'll worry about names later. :roll:

Aside from making your reservation, there's not much left to do. As indicated in the previous posts, the dogs won't be a problem. In fact, Mel (dog drool) takes everybody's K9s into her trailer at night so she can stay warm. It's like having our own pound on-site. :razz:

Some have already picked what they want to cook for specific meals, but don't stress over that just yet. We usually have far too much food, so as the date draws near we'll hammer it out.

I look forward to meeting you both.
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We'll be there:
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
1 ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
2 ~ Buffy Moon - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
1 ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and some "Low cal" dessert
1 ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC, bringing Pig Picking cakes (dessert)
2 ~ FISH E* - Rusty & Linda, Millersville, MD
2 ~ gisele - De & Mark, near DC somewhere
2 ~ Jen-E - & Hubb-E, Asheville, NC
2 ~ John Gaquin* - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
2 ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
1 ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
2 ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
2 ~ Spotman - Bob & MaryBeth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
22 E-ple

Possible:
? ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
? ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
2 ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
? ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
? ~ simpson - Western NC
2 ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada

*Reservation made

Hi,

My husband and I just found this club. We bought our E in March and just recently acquired a small pop-up camper to go with it. We have only used it once so far and would love to join the group for the Fall Camp '10 at Knotts Island in October. From the other posts I assume we make our own reservations and indicate we are part of the EOC. What else do we need to do? Also, is the campground dog friendly? We have two large dogs and would like to bring them if it is O.K.

Thanks for any info.

Welcome to the 'family', yes we do call and make our reservations on our own. We do let the campground know we're part of the EOC. Dogs are pretty much a part of our events, typically the campgrounds have pretty much routine rules regarding pets, we'll post all that info later on - or you can check their website.

Large dogs? What breed? pictures? There's a wide array of dog owners in the group - everything from pocket dogs on up...

Sam - Dogdrool's 'little one'
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/EOC/spring_fling/spring_fling_ii/sam_camp.jpg

Boomer - my camping blankie...
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/Boomer/boomer_and_me.jpg

There's plenty more, take a look at the pictures from some of our past events, I'm sure you'll find a dog or twenty... :roll:

Of course you'll be there! Just follow Benny from Shelby, he'll show you the way.:twisted:

Good idea, John. If anyone is interested, send me a pm maybe we can set up a 'caravan' to Knots Island. ;-)

Hi,

We have two large dogs and would like to bring them if it is O.K.

.

You may have to watch out De the dog napper is coming She has been know to "adopt" dog but then again I offered sam and was turn down;-)

I got our reservation in today,only we are going down on the thursday the 14th have some time at work i have to burn.So we will see you all soon.:evil::evil:

Wow...seeing all the momentum build for this...I wish, I wish. Several days travel is a hard obstacle to get around with work and all the other general life stuff going on. (Note I did not say the actual driving was any problem...THAT I am willing to do anytime.)

Get Jojo to go and maybe I can talk myself into going just to say I traveled farther by the extra 30 miles from across town!

Wow what a warm welcome!! Thanks for all the kind comments. We made our reservation today and we look forward to meeting everyone.

Here is a picture of our dogs. Bella (the blond) is a labradoodle and Riley (red) is a retriever mix. They both love other dogs are are looking forward to meeting the canine part of the group.

We have a very basic 2005 Coleman Clipper camper. We do have air conditioning as we are originally from Florida and felt that was high on our "must have" list.

When the details are in place please let us know what we can bring for the camping trip. You sound like a great group!!

Hi to all from raleigh,nc.

Hi to all from raleigh,nc.

Hi again. Are you going to come camping with us?

Hi to all from raleigh,nc.

:lol::lol:
Benny will track you down and Boomer will slobber on you if you don't come!:-D

:lol::lol:
Benny will track you down and Boomer will slobber on you if you don't come!:-D
hmmmm lets see what are the odds of Benny finding you, vs actually being there...either way, you would need to calculate the amount of slobber you can handle....

:lol::lol:
Benny will track you down and Boomer will slobber on you if you don't come!:-D

Boomer is the dog.

Boomer is the dog.
Ya, but boomer is probably a better tracker....

Hi to all from raleigh,nc.

bad-e, generally where around Raleigh are you? I suspect I would have noticed your E if we crossed paths somewhere...........

So, do you camp?

Boomer is the dog.

Ya, but boomer is probably a better tracker....

So, are you saying I'm a better slobberer? :|

Wait, on second thought, don't answer that one... :razz:


Chances are, if Boomer is around someone is gonna get slobbered.

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/Boomer/boomer-slobber.jpg

Get Jojo to go and maybe I can talk myself into going just to say I traveled farther by the extra 30 miles from across town!


We hope you guys would be able to make it, heck fire, stop on the way and pick up BigAl205... :-) I'll see to it that Boomer gives him a 'present' I mean after all, BigAl loves the pups so much... :roll:

Jojo could even bring the kiddo(s). :grin:

...We made our reservation today...

I got our reservation in today..

Sweet!
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We'll be there! :-D
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
1 ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
2 ~ Buffy Moon - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
1 ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and some "Low cal" dessert
1 ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC, bringing Pig Picking cakes (dessert)
2 ~ FISH E :-) - Rusty & Linda, Millersville, MD
2 ~ gisele - De & Mark, near DC somewhere
2 ~ Jen-E :-) - & Hubb-E, Asheville, NC
2 ~ John Gaquin :-) - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
2 ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal :-) - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, Arriving Thursday, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
1 ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
2 ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
2 ~ Spotman - Bob & MaryBeth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
22 E-ple

It's possible: :roll:
? ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
? ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
2 ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
? ~ Ridgeback Mobile - Moorehead City, NC
? ~ simpson - Western NC
2 ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada

:-) Reservation made

Holy Cow! I go MIA for a few weeks and look what happens. An 8 page threat in the Mid-South section:grin:

I love it! Sounds like fun. I will be moving and now have a baby on the way so I have to stay in the "can't commit but definetly will try to make it happen" catagory:-)

I will be moving and now have a baby on the way .....


Whoa!!! Congratulations, my friend! May good things continue!

Try to make it, it sounds like it will be a classic!

North Landing Beach is the campground to call for reservations?????
And the ferry? Any specific time?
Got home today..........12,000 incident free miles until WVA where something fell off a truck on I-64 and and shattered my windshield. Will be replacing it this week.

Aladdin doesn't slobber, but he'll be thrilled to play with a Saint Bernard!!

North Landing Beach is the campground to call for reservations????? And the ferry? Any specific time?

Yup, that's the place. Bob's message:


OK Boys and Girls, just spoke to Jessica at North Landing, she said go ahead and make those reservations. I told her to try and keep us all close together, so I suggested sites 14-32, with full hookups. Those that want to camp on the Beach, go for it, it is beautiful. If you need a cabin, mention it.

MOST OF ALL: MENTION YOU ARE A MEMBER OF THE (EOC) ELEMENT OWNERS CLUB.

Bob

http://www.northlandingbeach.com/campingvirginiabeach/

757-426-6241 Toll Free: 1-888-283-2725

And the ferry will be a field trip on Saturday-- it runs several times, we'll pick a time around mid-day. It's free, no res required.

bad-e, generally where around Raleigh are you? I suspect I would have noticed your E if we crossed paths somewhere...........

So, do you camp?

no camping and yes we generally around Raleigh if we crossed paths you would noticed the bad-E

bad-e, generally where around Raleigh are you? I suspect I would have noticed your E if we crossed paths somewhere...

Yep, I suspect you'd notice that E. :-)

Thanks for posting the pics, 1-bad-E. I'd love to see that in person.

1-bad-E, you gotta come with that ride, they do have cabins.:roll:

Bob81603

no going to a big car show on 22,23,24 so i need all the $$$$$$ for it

no going to a big car show on 22,23,24 so i need all the $$$$$$ for it

:evil:Benny/John, start the wheels turning for the E-napping:evil:

Just don't tell 1-Bad-E, keep it a secret8)

:evil:Benny/John, start the wheels turning for the E-napping:evil:

Just don't tell 1-Bad-E, keep it a secret8)

hahaheeheehohohaha:lol::evil:

:evil:Benny/John, start the wheels turning for the E-napping:evil:

Just don't tell 1-Bad-E, keep it a secret8)


Yeah, should be easy--- we could hide that car anywhere :roll::060::cheerleader:

Holy Cow! I go MIA for a few weeks and look what happens. An 8 page threat in the Mid-South section:grin:

Someone wrote you a 8 page Threat...dude...they must hate you :-D

But seriously, Congrats on the baby..that's awesome.

Beautiful paint job. Can't wait to see it.
My reservation is in as of this morning.

...My reservation is in as of this morning.

Excellent! So the list goes something like:
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We'll be there! :-D
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
1 ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
2 ~ Buffy Moon - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
1 ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and some "Low cal" dessert
1 ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC, bringing Pig Picking cakes (dessert)
2 ~ FISH E :-) - Rusty & Linda, Millersville, MD
2 ~ gisele - De & Mark, near DC somewhere
2 ~ Jen-E :-) - & Hubb-E, Asheville, NC
2 ~ John Gaquin :-) - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
2 ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal :-) - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, Arriving Thursday, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
1 ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
2 ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
1 ~ Ridgeback Mobile :-) - Moorehead City, NC
2 ~ Spotman - Bob & MaryBeth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
23 E-ple

It's possible: :roll:
? ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
? ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
2 ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
? ~ simpson - Western NC
2 ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada

:-) Reservation made

Yeah, should be easy--- we could hide that car anywhere :roll::060::cheerleader:
I would be bringing our trailer...you can hide an E under the awning of that...
And John has an new add a room, so there ya go!

I would be bringing our trailer...you can hide an E under the awning of that...!

Does that comment mean you're a definite? Colin's been carrying you two in the "possibles" column.


And John has an new add a room, so there ya go!

That 1-bad-e parked next to your camper could keep you awake at night!!:shock:

Hey guys, we are getting ready to reserve our spot and were thinking about trying it out with tent camping to get the full experience since it's been a while for me and never for my wife. (I offered the cabin but she wants to try tent camping...I was shocked LOL) I do have a question. I have to sleep with a C-PAP machine but I'm not sure how to find the electricity to power the darn thing. Any suggestions?

Chris, most of us will be in the area where each site has elec and water. my understanding is that the CG people have said we can put one additional tent in each space occupied by a smallish camper. the point is, you can pitch on a spot with some other Eple, where elec is available. Just bring an extension cord!!

I will make reservations in a couple a days, waiting for the credit card month to close out! hehe! hope there's some sites left! hope hurricanes are not invited!:lol:

...hope there's some sites left! hope hurricanes are not invited!:lol:

There should be plenty of sites available. Last year we went in September and had all the room we wanted.

And no, hurricanes are not invited, but the season doesn't end 'til December. :roll:

I just did reservation for 2 nights there! yay!! then I think we'll move up the coast to a state park. Westmoreland; we'll do a few more nights and visit some family, anybody know of this park? wanted to kind of be near Ashburn. anyway, I talked to Marie, I got a site with some trees but close to the "2" people/campers that have EOC reservations(?). She tried to give me a site with full sun, I splained to her I'm from florida, I don't do full sun! ordered a cot from REI for the old man, it's on back order,Eeeekk! anyways...now I need to order a suv tent.... suggestions welcome, please and thank you, Buffy:grin:

Reservation noted, Buffy.
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We'll be there! :-D
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
1 ~ bh241 - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
2 ~ Buffy Moon :-) - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
1 ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and some "Low cal" dessert
1 ~ erickang411 - Raleigh, NC, bringing Pig Picking cakes (dessert)
2 ~ FISH E :-) - Rusty & Linda, Millersville, MD
2 ~ gisele - De & Mark, near DC somewhere
2 ~ Jen-E :-) - & Hubb-E, Asheville, NC
2 ~ John Gaquin :-) - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
2 ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal :-) - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, Arriving Thursday, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
1 ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
2 ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
1 ~ Ridgeback Mobile :-) - Moorehead City, NC
2 ~ Spotman - Bob & MaryBeth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
23 E-ple

It's possible: :roll:
? ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
? ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
2 ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
? ~ simpson - Western NC
2 ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada

:-) Reservation made
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I'm not familiar with Westmoreland, but someone else here might be.

As for the SUV tent: are you looking for the Honda add-on? I'll have to dig for the thread on those.

Looking forward to meeting you!

...now I need to order a suv tent.... suggestions welcome, please and thank you, Buffy:grin:

You can do a search from the bar at the top of the page and it'll give you a ton of links, including this one (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65368&highlight=honda+suv+tent). I searched for "Honda SUV Tent". Hope this helps.

Lifeizgood, thank you for the link! I have the cabana, I use it when I'm camped out by myself or the kids come in their own set ups. We been talking for over a year about a suv tent, and looking @ every one I come across online. havin a tuff time making up my mind.LOL! but the pressure is on now:grin:

Lifeizgood, thank you for the link! I have the cabana, I use it when I'm camped out by myself or the kids come in their own set ups. We been talking for over a year about a suv tent, and looking @ every one I come across online. havin a tuff time making up my mind.LOL! but the pressure is on now:grin:

You're welcome. Good luck in your hunt.

cello,

this is my first time camping at a campground w/ the EOC
questions:
Do we make our own food, or are the people being listed making food
for the whole group? If so, we should bring enough for 23-30 people?

Should we bring our own plates and silverware? i know i sound like a newbie, but I'm serious...hahahaa

What are some of the activities people do there? I like fishing, crabbing, and other water related stuff.


FEAR:
That the Ferry will sink w/ all our E's..

cello,

this is my first time camping at a campground w/ the EOC
questions:
Do we make our own food, or are the people being listed making food
for the whole group? If so, we should bring enough for 23-30 people?

Should we bring our own plates and silverware? i know i sound like a newbie, but I'm serious...hahahaa

What are some of the activities people do there? I like fishing, crabbing, and other water related stuff.


FEAR:
That the Ferry will sink w/ all our E's..
First of all... how could you say a thing like "Ferry Sink":razz: (Just kidding of course) You know that if we can wash out our elements with a hose, we can drive across the water too.:shock::razz::razz:(Just kidding here too)
As for first time camping and food, there has been discussion that there are so many people bringing enough food to feed an Army/Navy/Marines/Air Force crowd, :shock:But don't let that scare you, you can bring whatever you want for yourselves to eat, or extra. Guaranteed, you will be bringing some home with you. On plates and silver ware, yes you should have your own, but also there, there is always extras to share.

:evil::evil::evil:NOW... seeing you have never camped before with some of the EOC Crowd, be prepared to not sleep much, it's party time with us.:evil::evil:

Oh, welcome to the EOC camp out, we promise not to scare you off. (Too early)

Bob

...What are some of the activities people do there? I like fishing, crabbing, and other water related stuff...

For activities - check out the campground's website by clicking here (http://www.northlandingbeach.com/campingvirginiabeach/en/campground-information/recreation-amenities). Fishing and crabbing are both on the long list of things to do.

Bob (Spotman) & Benny (bh241) will be bringing Bolo which you'll see demonstrated by MaryBeth (Mrs. Spotman) and Bob below. It's quite addicting.

Worry not... let E-ple be your guides. What you may have forgotten, someone else will surely have or the store will have available. :-D

...suv tent, and looking @ every one I come across online...

Here's a Honda OEM (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65647) I ran across right here on the EOC.

Just left a voice mail and a reply to his post! they are priced $283.00 on HandA site. thank you for that info... Buffy

Just left a voice mail and a reply to his post! they are priced $283.00 on HandA site. thank you for that info... Buffy

That's great! Best of luck to you.

Buffy - get that tent, it's a nice setup. :-)

Colin - Bob, any thoughts on a menu? We need to start working on that, it looks like the turnout is going to be great.

I still need to call and make a reservation...

Colin - Bob, any thoughts on a menu? We need to start working on that, it looks like the turnout is going to be great.

I still need to call and make a reservation...

I will gather info from other posts and put one together, there seems to be enough people bringing something, it will be like a smorgasbord/buffet type right now. Anyone want to throw in suggestion, let it fly!

I will be there most likely late on Friday, the good part about that is I got the new job with the Federal Govt. (local). I start on Sept 27th. I just might drop it off on Thurs though.

Bob:grin:

...it will be like a smorgasbord/buffet type right now. Anyone want to throw in suggestion, let it fly!

Exactly. E-ple input requested. :-D

I got the new job with the Federal Govt. (local). I start on Sept 27th.

That's great! Congratulations, Bob. Back to the grindstone... :047: lol

Reservations made, you guys are stuck with me now. Still looks likely that Boomer and Baxter will join in for the weekend.
:-)

Gotcha, Benny.
I wish I could edit one post with the updates. Guess that capability went away. :?
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We'll be there! :-D
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 ~ 2009 ELE - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC
1 ~ bh241 :-) - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Chili for Friday, bringing Bolo & Cornhole
2 ~ Buffy Moon :-) - Buffy & husband, Gainesville, FL
1 ~ dog drool - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Eggs Benny for Saturday Breakfast and some "Low cal" dessert
2 ~ erickang411 & co. - Raleigh, NC, bringing Pig Picking cakes (dessert)
2 ~ FISH E :-) - Rusty & Linda, Millersville, MD
2 ~ gisele - De & Mark, near DC somewhere
2 ~ Jen-E :-) - & Hubb-E, Asheville, NC
2 ~ John Gaquin :-) - Raleigh, NC, Antique waffles Sunday morning? Maybe some fresh ones for brunch?
2 ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal :-) - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, Arriving Thursday, BBQ on the smoker & Slaw
1 ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA
2 ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday dinner... Grilled mahi mahi w/ pineapple topping, Baked potato, green beans. Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
1 ~ Ridgeback Mobile :-) - Moorehead City, NC
2 ~ Spotman - Bob & MaryBeth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing BOLO!
24 E-ple

It's possible: :roll:
? ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
? ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
2 ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
? ~ simpson - Western NC
2 ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada

:-) = Reservation made
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We're exactly 1 month away!
so cool :)

I was planing to smoke pork shoulders on,Sat, and doing coleslaw to go with it.Already have 4 shoulders will see how many we will have and bring more if needed.:-D:-D

Buffy - get that tent, it's a nice setup. :-)



I still need to call and make a reservation...

I talked to the guy, set up Paypal, if I did it all correctly he should be gettin my money and shipping the tent. The cot I ordered for hubbE, is back ordered from REI. so, I have fingers and toes crossed;-) We've been using our pop-up for the last six years or so. I got the E so I could take the grandkids out on weekends, and now I'm obsessed with it! and he's had to regress in his camping. And, YEAH , you gotta get your reservations in..... I can't wait to meet all the E's, Epl an Edogs !

I was planing to smoke pork shoulders on,Sat, and doing coleslaw to go with it.Already have 4 shoulders will see how many we will have and bring more if needed.:-D:-D

Good deal, Denny. I'll update the list with your specifics once I get some more updates.

I talked to the guy, set up Paypal, if I did it all correctly he should be gettin my money and shipping the tent.

Excellent, Buffy! Glad that worked out for you.

I got the E so I could take the grandkids out on weekends, and now I'm obsessed with it!... ...I can't wait to meet all the E's, Epl an Edogs !

That's what I like to hear. Look, everybody!... we've hooked another one! :razz:

It is official I have made reservations
You will now have to put up with the idea of being drooled on

It is official I have made reservations
You will now have to put up with the idea of being drooled on

Cool, as long as it's the dog doing the drooling. :razz:

It is official I have made reservations
You will now have to put up with the idea of being drooled on

I will bring a big towel! getting more E-xcited daily!

Good deal, Denny. I'll update the list with your specifics once I get some more updates.


Colin, it appears you're the list keeper. :roll: So, for the record, in addition to Sunday's antique waffles, I will also be bringing an inexhaustable supply of The World's Greatest Chocolate-Chip Cookies. :lol: :evil:

Colin, it appears you're the list keeper. :roll: So, for the record, in addition to Sunday's antique waffles, I will also be bringing an inexhaustable supply of The World's Greatest Chocolate-Chip Cookies. :lol: :evil:

Sweet! literally :-)

We just set up our reservations for the 15th and 16th! We can't wait!!! :grin:

Excellent! Time for another update. You guys are my proofreaders, okay?
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We'll be there! :-D
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 ~ 2009 ELE :-) - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC.
1 ~ bh241 :-) - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Friday dinner: Chili. Bringing Bolo & Cornhole.
2 ~ Buffy Moon :-) - Buffy & hubbE, Gainesville, FL; bringing a big towel to clean up dog drool.
1 ~ dog drool :-) - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Sat. Breakfast: Eggs Benny and some "Low cal" dessert.
2 ~ erickang411 & co. - Raleigh, NC, bringing Pig Picking cakes (dessert).
2 ~ FISH E :-) - Rusty & Linda, Millersville, MD.
2 ~ gisele - De & Mark, near DC somewhere.
2 ~ Jen-E :-) - & Hubb-E, Asheville, NC.
2 ~ John Gaquin :-) - Raleigh, NC, Sunday Breakfast: Antique waffles and an inexhaustible supply of The World's Greatest Chocolate-Chip Cookies.
2 ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal :-) - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, Arriving Thursday; Saturday Dinner: homemade BBQ on the smoker & Slaw.
1 ~ lifeizgood - Colin, Va. Beach, VA.
2 ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday Dinner: Grilled mahi mahi with pineapple topping, baked potato, green beans; Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
1 ~ Ridgeback Mobile :-) - Moorehead City, NC
2 ~ Spotman - Bob & MaryBeth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing Bolo!
24 E-ple

It's possible: :roll:
? ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
? ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
2 ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
? ~ simpson - Western NC
2 ~ Tim Vance - Tim & Elaine, Ontario, Canada

:-) = Reservation made

Wow, this meet could turn out to be a Big Event!!...:grin:

I wish I could make it....I'd love to take blackmail pics ...:lol:

Wow, this meet could turn out to be a Big Event!!...:grin:

I wish I could make it....I'd love to take blackmail pics ...:lol:
I wish you would come, Deb. You already know what you'll be missing. :-(

:lol: today was the day! finally! waited ALL week! and today when I got home there was a BIG box waiting for me, yea.... it was the Honda suv tent.... getting closer to EOC meet up, new friends! Drool, E's, waffles! cool weather! Btw, is there a grocery store near the campground? what is the weather like usually? do we need sweats? extra blankies? electric blanket? just nee REI to cooperate with cot for hubbiE
buffy

:lol: Btw, is there a grocery store near the campground? what is the weather like usually? do we need sweats? extra blankies? electric blanket?

Buffy, don't know your route of travel, probably up 95 to 58, but there is just a small local grocery store a few miles before the campground. You may want to map out a larger chain store on the way off 58 if you need to stock up. There is a Super Wal-Mart about 20 miles north of the campground though. (Right by my house)
Bring some warm clothes, we are known for a special motto here; "If you don't like the weather, just wait 10 minutes, it will change". Otherwise I always carry an electric blanket in the Teardrop.:grin:

Bob

:lol: today was the day! finally! waited ALL week! and today when I got home there was a BIG box waiting for me, yea.... it was the Honda suv tent...

Congrats, Buffy! I'm glad that tent deal worked out for you. :-)

Btw, is there a grocery store near the campground?

Basics are available nearby & a Harris Teeter is just 6 miles away.

what is the weather like usually? do we need sweats? extra blankies? electric blanket?

Temps should be cool in the evening, probably about 50 degrees, and in the 60s during the day. Bring warm clothes and bedding.

Just 3 weeks to go!

Buffy, don't know your route of travel,...

:razz: That's funny, Bob. While I was researching, you were already typing. :lol:

Thank you all, we will try to travel as lite as possible on way, haven't yet checked out the route, now that tent is in, will work on that. I turned down a sunny spot when I made our reservation, being from Florida, I like shade and some barrier:roll: We'll see how that works out:lol: weather sounds 'bout perfect, REAlly tired of the heat here in Fl! this tent has never been used, I am very happy so far, may try and do a yard set up this weekend. hope ya'll have a wonderful weekend, Buf just got notice from REI that the cot is shipping! all is falling in place :->

...this tent has never been used, I am very happy so far, may try and do a yard set up this weekend.

Have you set up the tent yet?

just got notice from REI that the cot is shipping! all is falling in place :->

Sweet! I love it when a plan comes together. :-)

Have you set up the tent yet?



Sweet! I love it when a plan comes together. :-)

Not set up the tent yet, rain was forecast for yesterday:-( but didn't happen til late nite, soo maybe today. according to instructions, does not look difficult, maybe just awkward for 1 person. may wait til hubbie is available or 16 yo camping buddy grandson comes over!

Buffy - if nothing else, we'll figure it out together. I bought the exact same tent and thus far haven't found the time to pull a 'dry run' at setting it up.

For those who know, this time it will be a tad harder to move the dang tent... :lol:

Heck, I might even give Boomer and Baxter a tent of their very own... :twisted: :shock: :?

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

How many E's does it take to fill a ferry?
come and help us find out!

Buffy - if nothing else, we'll figure it out together. I bought the exact same tent and thus far haven't found the time to pull a 'dry run' at setting it up.


Heck, I might even give Boomer and Baxter a tent of their very own... :twisted: :shock: :?

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

How many E's does it take to fill a ferry?
come and help us find out!


Oh, cool! you haven't used yours yet? One of my favorite things about camping is seeing how many variations there are:grin: same equipment very different configurations... this will be sooo fun! sounds like a good story there, on moving a tent? save for around the campfire!

...I bought the exact same tent...

For those who know, this time it will be a tad harder to move the dang tent... :lol:

That would be a sight! How often do you put a tent in "Drive"? :razz:

It doesn't look like we are going to be able to make this one : (

We have an audit scheduled for that time, and it doesn't look like I can sneak away...

It doesn't look like we are going to be able to make this one : (

We have an audit scheduled for that time, and it doesn't look like I can sneak away...

Awwww. I'm sorry to hear that, Tim. I was looking forward to finally meeting you two in person.

this will be sooo fun! sounds like a good story there, on moving a tent?


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See this thread (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35995) and here's the pictures (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38239) we had a fantastic weekend the first time, this time will be even better.

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In hindsight, we should have let Ron out of the tent first.

:lol: :lol: yikes!

Alrite....I just made my reservation...and the lady(Jessica) on the phone mentioned to me that there will be a motorcycle group there as well...that sounded nice and relaxing... :lol:

Sweet! Glad you're gonna be there Eric! Nickey and I are meeting up with John tomorrow morning to borrow his tent and stuff for the trip. We so can't wait for this in 2 weeks!!!!

THANK YOU AGAIN JOHN!!!!!! :)

So, when are we putting a final list together for food? We want to bring something but don't want to duplicate efforts.

So, when are we putting a final list together for food? We want to bring something but don't want to duplicate efforts.

Hey, guys, I need someone to get on this, I am busy at my new job, day and night. I am very busy to set this menu thing up right now. Any help would be appreciated.

:shock:And don't worry about the motorcycle crowd, most of the ones that come out there are "family" oriented.

Looks like I'm out of this one too, folks. Landlord's Internet will be cut Monday :x and I'm still out of work :-(. Was hoping things would be better by mini-meet time but...

Wish you all the absolute best.

Okay... will someone please take over the list updates? :| I'm really going to miss not being there, but based on the first one you are going to have a blast! Take care.
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We'll be there! :-D
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 ~ 2009 ELE :-) - Chris & Nickey, Stokesdale, NC.
1 ~ bh241 :-) - Benny, Boomer & Baxter, Shelby, NC, Friday dinner: Chili. Bringing Bolo & Cornhole.
2 ~ Buffy Moon :-) - Buffy & hubbE, Gainesville, FL; bringing a big towel to clean up dog drool.
1 ~ dog drool :-) - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, Sat. Breakfast: Eggs Benny and some "Low cal" dessert.
1 ~ erickang411 :-) - Raleigh, NC, bringing Pig Picking cakes (dessert).
2 ~ FISH E :-) - Rusty & Linda, Millersville, MD.
2 ~ Jen-E :-) - & Hubb-E, Asheville, NC.
2 ~ John Gaquin :-) - Raleigh, NC, Sunday Breakfast: Antique waffles and an inexhaustible supply of The World's Greatest Chocolate-Chip Cookies.
2 ~ Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal :-) - Courtenay & Denny, Disputanta, VA, Arriving Thursday; Saturday Dinner: homemade BBQ on the smoker & Slaw.
2 ~ ReaperZune8 - Eastern NC, Friday Dinner: Grilled mahi mahi with pineapple topping, baked potato, green beans; Dessert... CHEESECAKE!
1 ~ Ridgeback Mobile :-) - Moorehead City, NC
2 ~ Spotman - Bob & MaryBeth, Va. Beach, VA, bringing Bolo!
20 E-ple

It's possible: :roll:
? ~ bh045ct - somewhere in MA
? ~ Justinb845 - Niskayuna, NY
2 ~ Kiwi_Box - Matt & Eryn
? ~ simpson - Western NC

:-) = Reservation made

let's do get something going on a menu of sorts. If we don't we're gonna wind up with entirely too much food and it will be a horrible waste.

I would assume we should do something simular to the last time, have a couple or three go in together and take a 'meal' for the entire group. Not certain about the numbers but whatever it would be to make it fair for everyone.

Anyway we would need to cover the following:

Friday:
Supper

Saturday:
Breakfast:

Dinner - I would assume this would be a picnic at the Ferry Landing like we did last time? If so then we would need the basics - sandwich stuff, chips, drinks, etc. Also we would need the assorted paper products and drinks.

Supper:

Sunday:
Breakfast:

Other than these meals we would need 'incidentals' ~ camp munchies of you will.

I know we've had some volunteers for some meals / items but honestly I was too lazy to go back and look it up. So let's build this menu again.

[QUOTE=lifeizgood;884952]Okay... will someone please take over the list updates? :| I'm really going to miss not being there, but based on the first one you are going to have a blast! Take care.
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We'll be there! :-D
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 .
2 ~ Buffy Moon :-) - Buffy & hubbE, Gainesville, FL; bringing a big towel to clean up dog drool.
1 ~ dog drool :-) - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, [I]Sat. Breakfast: Eggs Benny


:-( I was lookin forward to meeting Tim and Elaine;and Colin, can't you even come and share in some food? part of the time? But, I will supply chips,salsa, hummus, some gluten Free bread for those of us in that category. And Paper Plates.

trial set up! :-) Def need 2 people for this! pix out of order,

[QUOTE=lifeizgood;884952]Okay... will someone please take over the list updates? :| I'm really going to miss not being there, but based on the first one you are going to have a blast! Take care.
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We'll be there! :-D
(# of E-ple ~ Details)

2 .
2 ~ Buffy Moon :-) - Buffy & hubbE, Gainesville, FL; bringing a big towel to clean up dog drool.
1 ~ dog drool :-) - Mel, Blue Ridge area of VA, [I]Sat. Breakfast: Eggs Benny


:-( I was lookin forward to meeting Tim and Elaine;and Colin, can't you even come and share in some food? part of the time? But, I will supply chips,salsa, hummus, some gluten Free bread for those of us in that category. And Paper Plates.

Buffy..... did this post mean you're taking over the list? I was about to volunteer, but don't want to step on your toes!! :-D

let's do get something going on a menu of sorts...
I would assume we should do something simular to the last time, have a couple or three go in together and take a 'meal' for the entire group. Not certain about the numbers but whatever it would be to make it fair for everyone.

Anyway we would need to cover the following:


Sunday: .
Breakfast: .

Sunday: .
Breakfast: I'll be making antique waffles for the group Sunday morning. (No, the waffles aren't really antique, just the irons. :roll:) As on our trip last year, I'll try to start them a bit early so those needing to hit the road may still partake. Depends entirely on how chilly it is and how comfy my bed is. :lol: I have the dry mix all prepared, and I'll be shopping some time Saturday for eggs, butter and buttermilk. We'll also need about three bottles of regular syrup (y'know, Aunt Jemima or Log Cabin type), three bottles of real maple syrup, and the requisite heavy-duty paper plates and plastic cutlery. If someone wants to be responsible for that stuff, it would be great!


Other than these meals we would need 'incidentals' ~ camp munchies of you will.

As mentioned earlier, I'm also bringing a large -- well nigh inexhaustable -- quantity of The World's Greatest Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies. :evil:

Okay... will someone please take over the list updates? :| I'm really going to miss not being there, but based on the first one you are going to have a blast! Take care.......


Colin, I'd be glad to take the list. Sorry we won't get to meet, but you're close by, right? You could commute to the activities maybe. Wouldn't quite be the same, but......

Anyway, a query: 1) the list you posted today 10/3, show 4 e-ple less than the previous list. You're missing, of course. Gisele (2 e-ple) is missing from the 10/3 list, and erickang is showing 1 person rather than 2 on the previous list. Was this based on input you received, or just a typo? :?

...Colin, can't you even come and share in some food? part of the time?

Buffy, John and all: I'm going to do my best. Believe me. :-)

I love the tent pics, Buffy. Congrats on the great deal. I'm really glad it worked out for you.

John: Feel free to take the list, and thank you.
- gisele can't make it. She has family stuff going, but she sends her greetings.
- erickang, in looking at the previous posts, only indicated himself and his K9 unless I goofed again.

:shock:And don't worry about the motorcycle crowd, most of the ones that come out there are "family" oriented.[/QUOTE]

LOL, I'm not mentioning the motorcycle crowd to Bif(old man). MIght scare him out of the deal! :roll: Life iz good, you have been such an encouragement, hope you can make it for some of it! Bh241, you better be there! we can set tents up together!

I'll be there, two of the dogs in tow...

Boomer
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/Boomer/boomer_baby_2a.jpg

and

Baxter
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/Baxter/0509091135b.jpg

Tent went up today on a test run, agree two people would make it a lot easier to put up. :|

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I wonder if the 'Motorcycle Group' is that wild and crazy Honda Element bunch... :roll:

I actuality had that problem somewhere in the past trying to set up a meet. I don't remember the specifics but they did think the 'Element' was a motorcycle... :lol:

Regardless we'll have a good time. less than two weeks to go....

I'll have a batch of chilli for Friday night - most likely I'll cook it on Thursday - freeze it and bring it - pretty much heat 'n eat at that point. Add some crackers and/or bread and it's a done deal. I'll try and get Laraine to make some of her cornbread - no guarantees though.

OK, here's what we have for food, so far:

FOOD AS OF 10/3/10


Friday: Supper Big Pot o’ Chili by bh241 (Benny)

Saturday: Breakfast: Eggs Benny, by dog drool (Mel)

Saturday: Dinner: (that’s the mid-day meal, for yankees)- homemade BBQ on the smoker & Slaw by Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal, (Courtenay & Denny)
NOTE to Courteney & Denny: Did you guys intend the bbq for mid-day or evening meal? Just want to get it straight. Reaperzune was also talking about delish fish & stuff, but he hasn't reserved yet.

Possible sandwich stuff, chips, drinks, etc, if we picnic. Also we would need the assorted paper products and drinks.

Saturday: Supper: undetermined as yet

Sunday: Breakfast: Waffles by John & Diane, cooked on non-safety compliant, dangerous, but shiny and beautiful antique cookers.

Incidentals ( camp munchies) : “low-cal” dessert, by Mel; choc chip cookies, by John; *****************************************
As you can see, there remains a bit of unsurety about a couple of things. Will be resolved in time, I'm sure!

According to the most current information, Spotman and Reaperzune are the only two of the committed who are not yet reserved.

Are you guys holding out for a better contract? :-D

Nickey and I will bring sandwich meats, cheese, bread, etc for the picnic after the ferry ride on Saturday. :grin:

Any special requests?

Just to confirm... My dog maximus and I are coming.

I will bring a Pig Picking cake or 2.

Since its gettting colder, I'm supposing there'll be a fire so

I'll bring Stuff for Smores and Hot Chocolate....maybe even Cup Ramen.

how many humans ands dogs are comming?
need to know how much food to bring.

how many humans ands dogs are comming?
need to know how much food to bring.

I would figure on about 25 people and at least 6 to 10 dogs. :-)


I think the 'official list' has 20 people on it now, but it's best to have a tad lee-way on that, maybe a day-tripper or two pop in on us... one never knows...

Dog count - not sure that has even been tallied yet... :|

I would figure on about 25 people and at least 6 to 10 dogs. :-)


I think the 'official list' has 20 people on it now, but it's best to have a tad lee-way on that, maybe a day-tripper or two pop in on us... one never knows...

Dog count - not sure that has even been tallied yet... :|


So far, what I've got on the lists inherited from Colin is 20 E-ple arriving in 12 Es, with 8 dogs. There are 5 additional possibles, in 4 Es, with unknown canines.

Nickey and I thought about bringing our shi-tzu Molly with us so for us it's 2 humans and possibly 1 dog.

So far, what I've got on the lists inherited from Colin is 20 E-ple arriving in 12 Es, with 8 dogs. There are 5 additional possibles, in 4 Es, with unknown canines.

Correction: I just audited everything, and it'll be ten dogs.

12 Es, 20 Eple, and 10 camping blankets. :-D

According to the most current information, Spotman and Reaperzune are the only two of the committed who are not yet reserved.

Are you guys holding out for a better contract? :-D
:shock:John, I wouldn't miss your delicious cookies and waffles!:shock: I am always a "Last minute hold-out" on every trip.8) Will be making them, reservations, this week,

I am attending a Police Academy for the next 9 weeks here, been very busy with that. I will be in probably late Friday, even though I live not too far from there.;-)

If there is anything that anyone misses or recommends, I will bring it, live around the corner of a Wal-Mart and Target. This is going to be a GREAT time had by all.

If I had the time like I did before getting this job, I would go kidnap Colin and drag his @$$ down there. :evil: Hey Colin, you gotta find a way, I might even have a tent to lend.

Bob & MaryBeth

I'll be there, two of the dogs in tow...

Boomer
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/Boomer/boomer_baby_2a.jpg

and

Baxter
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i156/bh241/Baxter/0509091135b.jpg

Tent went up today on a test run, agree two people would make it a lot easier to put up. :|

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no help from the dogs,huh? how 'bout that cute kid? well. I know I'm too short for some of it! ugh! lookin forward to this GTG!

hey you guy's I am doing BBQ,and slaw saturday nite,I am bringing firewood And I will be there thursday anything else we need let me know we are only little over a hour away.:evil::evil::evil::evil:

OK folks, here's what we appear to have so far for a menu: let me know if I've goofed somewhere, or overlooked someone's generous contribution!!

FOOD, KNOTTS ISLAND TRIP AS OF 10/5/10
It appears things are fairly covered. At least we won’t starve in the woods :roll:

Friday: Supper Big Pot o’ Chili by bh241 (Benny)
Saturday: Breakfast: Eggs Benny, by dog drool (Mel)
Saturday: Dinner: (that’s the mid-day meal, for yankees)- Cold cuts, cheese, and bread for picnic sandwich stuff, by 2009ELE (Chris & Nickey).

Also we need someone to chime in for the chips, drinks, etc, and assorted paper products for picnicking.

Saturday: Supper: homemade BBQ on the smoker & Slaw by Laceymack61 & Hogsqueal, (Courtenay & Denny)
Sunday: Breakfast: Antique Waffles by John & Diane, (john gaquin) [ cooked on dangerous, non-safety compliant, but shiny and beautiful antique cookers].

Also we need someone to kick in for syrup for the waffles – three regular and three pure maple syrup will cover the bases.

Incidentals ( camp munchies) : “low-cal” dessert, by Mel; choc chip cookies, by John; pig pickin' cake(s) by erickang411

Ya'll make it sooooo hard NOT to be coming....

(if I skip out on the Gov't audit and show up there, don't tell them I'm in the US....We might need someone's yard to camp in for a while, until the extradition kicks in... ;)

John...I have to ask....what is 'regular' syrup????
isn't all syrup maple, or is that just a Canadian thing?

John...I have to ask....what is 'regular' syrup????
isn't all syrup maple, or is that just a Canadian thing?

Must be a Canadian thing, 'cause you wear flannel shirts and work boots year 'round, and are all secretly lumberjacks at heart, right? :lol:

Of course, true afficionados would always select pure maple sugar syrup. But the "regular" pancake and waffle syrup most commonly found in supermarkets here is actually mostly cane syrup, with 1-2% pure maple syrup or even just maple flavoring added. I'm refering to the likes of Vermont Maid, Aunt Jemima, Log Cabin, etc. This product is about 1/3rd the cost of pure murple surple, has a slightly milder maple flavor, and the sweetness is not quite as intense. :|