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mr.barley
08/31/2013 01:42PM
 
quote Papinator: "So wish Matt and I could go... but 9 months pregnant and sleeping in a tent don't seem to go together very well... can't wait till next year!!!" Giving birth at wing night would be a trip to remember! ;-)
 
Papinator
09/01/2013 04:22AM
 
quote mr.barley: "quote Papinator: "So wish Matt and I could go... but 9 months pregnant and sleeping in a tent don't seem to go together very well... can't wait till next year!!!" Giving birth at wing night would be a trip to remember! ;-)"


Bahahaha!!!
 
Papinator
08/31/2013 06:18AM
 
So wish Matt and I could go... but 9 months pregnant and sleeping in a tent don't seem to go together very well... can't wait till next year!!!
 
Papinator
08/31/2013 12:01PM
 
quote Basspro69: "quote Papinator: "So wish Matt and I could go... but 9 months pregnant and sleeping in a tent don't seem to go together very well... can't wait till next year!!!" Good to hear from you Pap,you will have to post pictures when that little Paddler enters the world :-)"


Yes, I was just telling Matt how much I wanted to go camping :) She'll definitely be an outdoor girl ;)
 
ducks
09/14/2013 07:59AM
 
Saturday is looking good! We'll see what happens
 
RainGearRight
09/14/2013 07:42PM
 
I'll be ringing in my birthday the Thursday before somewhere around Lower Basswood Falls. You all have fun and hopefully I can make it to the spring event.
 
kanoes
09/14/2013 08:33PM
 
quote okinaw55: "This sounds like fun and a great opportunity to meet all the people that have been so helpful. Im not sure how I haven't seen this before. I'm giving it some serious consideration."
to quote Nike..."JUST DO IT".
 
ducks
09/14/2013 08:42AM
 
quote Kendra: "quote ducks: "Saturday is looking good! We'll see what happens"



Will you be bringing your ducklings?



"



yes:)
 
PlumberDave
09/14/2013 09:57AM
 
Sorry, I will miss it again. Taking a later than usual trip this year due to some family traveling.
 
okinaw55
09/14/2013 08:35PM
 
quote kanoes: "quote okinaw55: "This sounds like fun and a great opportunity to meet all the people that have been so helpful. Im not sure how I haven't seen this before. I'm giving it some serious consideration."
to quote Nike..."JUST DO IT"."



LOL I'm all in, I just need to find some company. I guess worst case me and my Brittany (aka the Boy) will come. :)
 
okinaw55
09/14/2013 08:54PM
 
quote kanoes: "quote okinaw55: "quote kanoes: "quote okinaw55: "This sounds like fun and a great opportunity to meet all the people that have been so helpful. Im not sure how I haven't seen this before. I'm giving it some serious consideration."
to quote Nike..."JUST DO IT"."





LOL I'm all in, I just need to find some company. I guess worst case me and my Brittany (aka the Boy) will come. :)"

company will be provided, all us scary internet canoeing freaks will be there. :)"



Yeah I'm pretty sure I'll be going. Thats a pretty busy 5-6 days for me. I have a developers conference that I need to drive up to Bloomington for on Wed night the 25th, and then drive back the 26th evening. Turn around the next afternoon to drive up to the meet then drive back on the 29th, then Monday the 30th classes start for me at Oregon State online, but I think I can squeeze it in. :)
 
kanoes
09/09/2013 09:33PM
 
bumpage. its a great outing.
 
nctry
09/10/2013 12:34PM
 
Lots of driving to do between now and then... But I'm hoping to be there.
 
kanoes
09/24/2013 07:10PM
 
oh, we drink beer. mr.barley cant make it (frown), so there wont be free beer like there has been in the past...pack accordingly. football? no thanks.
 
housty9
09/25/2013 08:05AM
 
Made it back safe, the wife and me should be there around 9:00ish Friday night so be looking for the suburban campers.
 
Twins87
09/24/2013 01:05PM
 
quote Twins87: "Not sure we can camp this fall but count us in for Saturday potluck at minimum. 2 adults + ?? Not sure what the teenagers will be up to that weekend...."


Well.. count us out now. Sadly... family gets in the way again this round. Our niece is throwing a surprise birthday party for her hubby on Saturday... and when we floated the idea of NOT attending it wasn't received well by the rest of the family.


Have a great time everyone... and hopefully we'll make it in the Spring.
 
Frenchy19
09/24/2013 09:29PM
 
quote mr.barley: "I regret to announce that I will not be able to make it now. I have a major family matter to deal with this weekend. I hate to miss, but family comes first. Sorry folks, but you'll all have to bring extra beer now."


Hope all is well, and my thoughts are with you and your family.
 
tonyyarusso
09/24/2013 10:55PM
 
quote okinaw55: "There better be alcohol at this event or I'm packing up and heading home! I didn't sign on for a church retreat. :)"
Our church retreats have alcohol - some of it self-brewed by our church brew club. :P
 
Tony
08/29/2013 10:52PM
 
Did someone say apple pie???? I'll be there.


tony
 
pswith5
09/25/2013 04:58PM
 
ww those wings look nummy...hey is anyone coming from the Madison WI area? Someone there wants some of my camping gear. Thought I'd see if anyone can save us shipping costs. Pete
 
sst6313
09/23/2013 09:40PM
 
YES I can make it!!!! I wont be spening the night, but will be around for the day!
I will be bringing my portage monkey (Logan) after his football game around "noonish"
No clue what I'm cooking/baking yet, I'll take requests;-)


 
Twins87
08/29/2013 09:01PM
 
Not sure we can camp this fall but count us in for Saturday potluck at minimum. 2 adults + ?? Not sure what the teenagers will be up to that weekend....
 
WhiteWolf
08/29/2013 09:16PM
 
Barring some serious negativity in the job situation -- I will be attending. Wavering on Friday-- but certainly most of Sat and for the pot luck. Likely will bring my smoked chicken wings and blu cheese sauce.

 
IBFLY
08/29/2013 09:28PM
 
I'm a maybe.
I may be doing a trip either that week or the week before - pending weather.
 
WhiteWolf
09/27/2013 01:18PM
 
For those heading to WingNight today-- the rain looks to be done. Should easily be able to bs around a fire tonight.
Sat early/mid AM looks wet.
Should be there around 4ish today.



 
Twins87
09/27/2013 02:50PM
 
Have a great time one and all... work and family obligations are in the way again! POST PICS!
 
luft
09/27/2013 05:49PM
 
Passed my background check and TB test with flying colors so my new nursing job is going to keep me in town over the weekend for orientation.



Have fun everyone!






 
Papinator
09/27/2013 10:35PM
 
We'll be there tomorrow around noon!!! SO EXCITED :)
 
WhiteWolf
09/25/2013 11:30AM
 
quote WhiteWolf: "quote WhiteWolf: "quote kanoes: "quote sst6313: "No clue what I'm cooking/baking yet, I'll take requests;-)

"

buffalo wings. medium-hot."





Jan--- I got that covered.




What time do people start arriving Fri PM??"




Wings in marinade. Tomorrow smoke/cook.



"




Finished.





I only could fit 48 on my smoker.. I had to eat 2 of them to make sure all is well. :O).
 
mr.barley
09/24/2013 10:04AM
 
I regret to announce that I will not be able to make it now. I have a major family matter to deal with this weekend. I hate to miss, but family comes first. Sorry folks, but you'll all have to bring extra beer now.
 
isleroyaleguy
09/24/2013 03:40PM
 
For anyone interested in fishing. Lake Rebecca is a world class trophy muskie lake. Don't dangle your toes or any other body parts in the water. Also great largemouth bass lake. Have fun!
Will be up in SNF sorry to miss chance to meet you folks.
IRG
 
Hawbakers
09/24/2013 03:52PM
 
quote mr.barley: "I regret to announce that I will not be able to make it now. I have a major family matter to deal with this weekend. I hate to miss, but family comes first. Sorry folks, but you'll all have to bring extra beer now."


Bummer, Vance! Hope all turns out well. Sorry we will miss ya.
Adding Barley-pops to the shopping list!
 
Primitiveman
09/24/2013 08:06PM
 
With no Mr Barley isn't it just going to be all iced tea and Mountain Dew? I should've got more Spotted Cows.
Jon
 
kanoes
09/24/2013 09:54PM
 
quote WhiteWolf: "quote kanoes: "quote sst6313: "No clue what I'm cooking/baking yet, I'll take requests;-)

"

buffalo wings. medium-hot."




Jan--- I got that covered.



What time do people start arriving Fri PM??"

ill be there by 1:30, and i wont be the first one either.
 
ducks
09/25/2013 09:00AM
 
Looks like ducks and the smallest duckling will be there Sat afternoon and staying for the potluck. Looking forward to meeting everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The older duckling is home from school today w/ a minor case of pneumonia so we will probably have her hanging low and resting this weekend.
 
WhiteWolf
09/24/2013 06:54AM
 
quote kanoes: "quote sst6313: "No clue what I'm cooking/baking yet, I'll take requests;-)

"

buffalo wings. medium-hot."



Jan--- I got that covered.


What time do people start arriving Fri PM??
 
butthead
09/24/2013 08:00AM
 
quote okinaw55: "Here's the deal .. stranger showing up to the meet and I don't know a soul. Kanoes / Jan is the only one I've seen that has posted a picture I can recognize so Jan , the first dork you don't recognize coming up to you to introduce himself, that's probably me. :)



If anyone else see's me walking around confused .. please introduce yourselves. Please? :)"




Here is a primer for ya, past wingnite post. See ya there okinaw55!


butthead
 
WhiteWolf
09/24/2013 10:25AM
 
quote WhiteWolf: "quote kanoes: "quote sst6313: "No clue what I'm cooking/baking yet, I'll take requests;-)

"

buffalo wings. medium-hot."




Jan--- I got that covered.



What time do people start arriving Fri PM??"



Wings in marinade. Tomorrow smoke/cook.



 
Primitiveman
09/24/2013 07:03PM
 
Does anyone drink beer at these things? I picked up a 12 pack of Spotted Cows yesterday and decided to take a week off of work after the TC Marathon to paint my house instead of doing it this weekend. So I'm in if there will be beer. How about a game of touch football in the rain on Friday night?
Jon
 
okinaw55
09/24/2013 07:30PM
 
quote Primitiveman: "Does anyone drink beer at these things? I picked up a 12 pack of Spotted Cows yesterday and decided to take a week off of work after the TC Marathon to paint my house instead of doing it this weekend. So I'm in if there will be beer. How about a game of touch football in the rain on Friday night?
Jon"



There better be alcohol at this event or I'm packing up and heading home! I didn't sign on for a church retreat. :) Ok I think I may have just crossed the line of internet anonymity.


I'll be byob for the record. Beer is ok in a world ending type scenario but since the worlds not ending I'll be packing my Seagrams 7.
 
jb in the wild
09/23/2013 04:09PM
 
quote Tony: "quote bobbwca: "I need to set up hammock after dark or wait till Saturday morning"



Bob,
I will take a look at several different sites for you. I should be up if it isn't much past 11. I will give you a hand setting it up.



tony"



It all depends on how much Apple Pie is consumed that eve.


JB
 
kanoes
09/23/2013 10:14PM
 
quote sst6313: "No clue what I'm cooking/baking yet, I'll take requests;-)

"

buffalo wings. medium-hot.
 
jb in the wild
09/24/2013 08:56AM
 
quote okinaw55: "Pretty excited to meet everyone! I ordered one of moosetracks used thermarest pads thinking I could use it for this trip and then hand me down to my wife since shes better on hard / cold floors (think japanese tatami / futons ) but it hasn't arrived yet. I hope it gets here in time!



Woot! .. If not .. I'm all set anyway and will adapt. Here's the deal .. stranger showing up to the meet and I don't know a soul. Kanoes / Jan is the only one I've seen that has posted a picture I can recognize so Jan , the first dork you don't recognize coming up to you to introduce himself, that's probably me. :)



If anyone else see's me walking around confused .. please introduce yourselves. Please? :)


Edit: Should probably mention that I'm aiming for a Saturday 11am arrival now instead of Friday night. I'll spend the night Saturday then head home in the morning.



"

If you need a pad to borrow for the evening let me know I have an Exped you can use. I won't be camping out since I have to work the weekend. I only live a few miles from the Park.


JB
 
Stumpy
09/24/2013 02:49PM
 
Sorry, I'll be at this, with my daughter... http://www.furwoodnaturals.com/fta17bschedule.htm


Have a great time everyone !
 
okinaw55
09/23/2013 09:35PM
 
Pretty excited to meet everyone! I ordered one of moosetracks used thermarest pads thinking I could use it for this trip and then hand me down to my wife since shes better on hard / cold floors (think japanese tatami / futons ) but it hasn't arrived yet. I hope it gets here in time!


Woot! .. If not .. I'm all set anyway and will adapt. Here's the deal .. stranger showing up to the meet and I don't know a soul. Kanoes / Jan is the only one I've seen that has posted a picture I can recognize so Jan , the first dork you don't recognize coming up to you to introduce himself, that's probably me. :)


If anyone else see's me walking around confused .. please introduce yourselves. Please? :)

Edit: Should probably mention that I'm aiming for a Saturday 11am arrival now instead of Friday night. I'll spend the night Saturday then head home in the morning.



 
pswith5
09/20/2013 07:56PM
 
Lundojam, you can go to the cabin any time!! Wingnites only come a couple times a year. Come on!!
 
bobbwca
09/20/2013 08:39PM
 
Im still planning on it. Carol wants to stay in hotel with the little guy plus she needs wifi to do her school stuff. Anyways if I get there after 11 pm Friday will anyone be up?
 
kanoes
09/20/2013 08:51PM
 
quote bobbwca: "Anyways if I get there after 11 pm Friday will anyone be up?"


:-)
 
jb in the wild
09/22/2013 04:23AM
 
quote bobbwca: "Im still planning on it. Carol wants to stay in hotel with the little guy plus she needs wifi to do her school stuff. Anyways if I get there after 11 pm Friday will anyone be up?"


People will be up BUT they probably will only be good for holding a flashlight. Guaranteed they will be entertaining though.


JB
 
WhiteWolf
09/22/2013 05:55AM
 
quote WhiteWolf: "Will try and post a wing night weather forecast within 48-60 hours and see how I do a week out. Right now looks above normal temps but may be a bit unsettled. Piece of energy in the atmosphere at 18,000Ft (the weather "highway") that should be affecting the Upper Midwest over next wk-end is just off the Japan coast now and complicating matters will be the formation of a likely Typhoon in the central Pacific-- when and if that happens is huge.
keep ya posted-- excited to attend.



"



Looks like rain should impact wingnight --- right now looks like overnight Fri into early Sat. Doesn't appear to be a gullywasher. Just a minor inconvenience. Hopefully the cold front will (should) be through and clearing will be in progress for the potluck Sat Pm. Temps should be very close to 80F on Fri cooling to the 60's on Sat.
 
kanoes
09/20/2013 05:17PM
 
one week from right now...


sitting at the campfire,
bs'n with old and new friends,
tippin beers...lifes good.
 
jb in the wild
09/20/2013 05:16PM
 
Looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones. See ya next week folks.



JB
 
lundojam
09/20/2013 07:24PM
 
There are a bunch of you I'd love to meet, since I talk to you every day. But, my wife and I will be up at the cabin. have fun. Somebody needs to bring some muskie gear and give it a go.
 
h20
09/08/2013 08:32PM
 
I'll be in the UP. You all be careful.
 
Mocha
09/08/2013 09:23PM
 
hope everyone has a great time!
 
mooseplums
09/10/2013 12:57PM
 
will not be able to make it.
 
mooseplums
09/06/2013 07:40AM
 
jury is out but perhaps I will be there.
 
izzy
09/06/2013 07:25AM
 
My TAJ 3 has been found and returned. See you at Wing Nite.
 
Merganser
09/06/2013 08:12AM
 
I will be there for the duration.
 
bobbwca
08/28/2013 09:25PM
 
I'm planning on being there. As long as work schedule doesn't get in the way.
 
butthead
08/28/2013 06:53PM
 
Thanks for the invite Kendra!
I'll be there!


butthead
 
TuscaroraBorealis
08/28/2013 03:59PM
 
vickieh69 & myself hope to be there.
 
kanoes
08/27/2013 05:19PM
 
quote mooseplums: "quote Basspro69: "quote tonyyarusso: "quote Kendra: "WHERE: Rebecca State Park....Sarah Creek Group Camp Site"
That's Lake Rebecca REGIONAL Park Reserve.




This correction brought to you by the guy involved in overseeing the Metro regional parks and trails system. :)"
Correction for Tony "





+1
"

+2
 
sleepnbag
08/26/2013 08:25PM
 
quote h20: "So it's a city park?"
It's a park by a lake named Rebecca :)

 
mooseplums
08/27/2013 10:29AM
 
quote Basspro69: "quote tonyyarusso: "quote Kendra: "WHERE: Rebecca State Park....Sarah Creek Group Camp Site"
That's Lake Rebecca REGIONAL Park Reserve.



This correction brought to you by the guy involved in overseeing the Metro regional parks and trails system. :)"
Correction for Tony "




+1

 
maxxbhp
08/27/2013 12:37PM
 
hahahahahahaha
 
h20
08/26/2013 08:19PM
 
So it's a city park?
 
tonyyarusso
08/26/2013 05:02PM
 
quote Kendra: "WHERE: Rebecca State Park....Sarah Creek Group Camp Site"
That's Lake Rebecca REGIONAL Park Reserve.


This correction brought to you by the guy involved in overseeing the Metro regional parks and trails system. :)
 
Kendra
09/15/2013 06:58AM
 
quote kanoes: "quote okinaw55: "quote kanoes: "quote okinaw55: "This sounds like fun and a great opportunity to meet all the people that have been so helpful. Im not sure how I haven't seen this before. I'm giving it some serious consideration."
to quote Nike..."JUST DO IT"."





LOL I'm all in, I just need to find some company. I guess worst case me and my Brittany (aka the Boy) will come. :)"

company will be provided, all us scary internet canoeing freaks will be there. :)"



Jan stop scaring people!


The TRUTH is, most first timers comment on how friendly people are or how comfortable they felt at their fist Wingnight!


We welcome all newbies!






 
okinaw55
09/14/2013 08:14PM
 
This sounds like fun and a great opportunity to meet all the people that have been so helpful. Im not sure how I haven't seen this before. I'm giving it some serious consideration.
 
housty9
09/13/2013 08:04AM
 
Getting out off BW Tuesday or Wensday, but still planning on being there Friday night, have to see how the branding goes, do I need to bring burn ointment?
 
Kendra
09/14/2013 08:24AM
 
quote ducks: "Saturday is looking good! We'll see what happens"


Will you be bringing your ducklings?



 
housty9
09/27/2013 08:02AM
 
oops double post.
 
bobbwca
09/27/2013 02:23PM
 
I have family I havent seen in years coming into town this weekend. Good thing is, it isnt for a funeral. Bad thing is, I wont be coming to wing.


Have fun everyone and post some pics!
 
okinaw55
09/27/2013 10:52PM
 
My new exped pad showed up this afternoon from ups... gotta love it. I will be packing up in the morning and heading up. Thinking noonish arrival.
 
DragonWolf
09/27/2013 12:17AM
 
2 adults and 1 child coming for Friday & Saturday! See you all tomorrow!
 
housty9
09/27/2013 08:02AM
 
Will be hitting the road around 6:00 or 6:30 after work, cya there.
 
HansSolo
09/27/2013 01:11PM
 

Unfortunately, due to several business obligations, I won't be able to attend the Wing Night event in Rockford, Minnesota this weekend. :-(

Hopefully I'll see many of you at Izzy's Elk's Club Bowling-Wing Night in Milwaukee on January 18th, 2014!

Until then, take care and I hope all of you have a great time this weekend.

Hans Solo
 
KevinL
09/27/2013 02:27PM
 
Headed north!!!
 
Savage Voyageur
09/27/2013 02:26PM
 
I hope everyone has a great time. I'm busy both days and can't attend. I will be at the spring one.
 
Mocha
09/27/2013 02:46PM
 
::::(


someone please have fun for me.
 
Primitiveman
09/27/2013 03:50PM
 
I am coming for tonight, might be there by 5:30
Jon
 
KevinL
09/27/2013 04:25PM
 
quote KevinL: "Headed north!!!"
Well maybe. ...****** road construction
 
Mocha
09/25/2013 07:51PM
 
wishing everyone going to Wing Weekend a really fun and safe time. looking forward to lots of stories and PICTURES! please????
 
Hawbakers
09/26/2013 03:53PM
 
Bumped. Packing up the van today. I am SO EXCITED! See ya all soon!
Karen

 
kanoes
09/26/2013 04:17PM
 
quote Hawbakers: "Bumped. Packing up the van today. I am SO EXCITED! See ya all soon!
Karen
"

im packing too. cya all tomorrow, or saturday! bring your rain gear...
 
Tony
09/22/2013 09:22PM
 
quote bobbwca: "I need to set up hammock after dark or wait till Saturday morning"


Bob,
I will take a look at several different sites for you. I should be up if it isn't much past 11. I will give you a hand setting it up.


tony
 
kanoes
09/22/2013 09:28PM
 
started packing today. hope to see you and matt there 867. :)
 
Papinator
09/22/2013 09:26PM
 
quote Hawbakers: "quote Papinator: "After a little chitchat, Matt and I decided we will try to make at least a day trip for Saturday!! :) I want to see everyone so badly, hehe. We may hammock it Saturday night depending on the weather! Woot!"



Great! Glad you decided to come after all! Looking forward to seeing you both again! When is your due date?"



Oct 14 :) I purposely scheduled this weeks appointment on Friday... so the Dr. may still nix my plans, but I'm crossing my fingers!
 
bobbwca
09/20/2013 08:51PM
 
I need to set up hammock after dark or wait till Saturday morning
 
kanoes
09/19/2013 09:53PM
 
it begins a week from tomorrow. :)
 
kanoes
09/17/2013 06:49PM
 
all are welcome!


;-)
 
Kiporby
09/18/2013 05:48AM
 
Lisa and I will be on a canoe trip that weekend. :) and :(. Hope you all have a good time.


We're hoping for lakers on Lil Sag.
 
Hawbakers
09/18/2013 09:53PM
 
quote Papinator: "After a little chitchat, Matt and I decided we will try to make at least a day trip for Saturday!! :) I want to see everyone so badly, hehe. We may hammock it Saturday night depending on the weather! Woot!"


Great! Glad you decided to come after all! Looking forward to seeing you both again! When is your due date?
 
okinaw55
09/18/2013 08:10PM
 
quote Corndog: "I will be there! Looking forward to seeing all of you. Wife is in Okinawa and Rowdy is at my sister's, so I will be solo..."


Seriously? Okinawa? My wife is from Okinawa .. (wonder where I got my user name .....) Is your wife Okinawan?


Looks like I'll be solo on this one as well.
 
nctry
09/18/2013 04:14AM
 
I'm pretty bummed out... Because I had to go East before going West hauling boats I'm behind schedule and won't be back in time for Wing Night. I hope this winter I'll recoup quick enough from my upcoming surgery to be able to enjoy a mini wing night somewhere. The good news is I'll be spending a couple days with kids and grandkids out in Washington. So have fun and don't eat to many mooseplums. :)
 
WhiteWolf
09/18/2013 06:32AM
 
Will try and post a wing night weather forecast within 48-60 hours and see how I do a week out. Right now looks above normal temps but may be a bit unsettled. Piece of energy in the atmosphere at 18,000Ft (the weather "highway") that should be affecting the Upper Midwest over next wk-end is just off the Japan coast now and complicating matters will be the formation of a likely Typhoon in the central Pacific-- when and if that happens is huge.
keep ya posted-- excited to attend.



 
Trix
09/17/2013 06:26PM
 
OK, there is plenty room for many more of you!!!!

 
butthead
09/17/2013 06:50PM
 
quote okinaw55: "Ok, Im making plans to be there with or without a partner. It's been a long time since I paddled a canoe. Who's going to take me for a ride? :)
"



You'll be surprised at the paddling opportunities! I won't give you a ride (bringing a single seater), you will have to paddle yourself!


butthead
 
Corndog
09/17/2013 10:04PM
 
I will be there! Looking forward to seeing all of you. Wife is in Okinawa and Rowdy is at my sister's, so I will be solo...
 
kanoes
09/17/2013 10:14PM
 
quote Corndog: "I will be there! Looking forward to seeing all of you. Wife is in Okinawa and Rowdy is at my sister's, so I will be solo..."
great news ray!
 
mr.barley
09/08/2013 02:07PM
 
Lots of paved trails near the campground. By the way, I'll be there saturday and I'm a sucker for springers.
 
PuffinGin
09/09/2013 11:01AM
 
I'm very sorry I won't be able to make it again this year. I have a first birthday party to go to in Spooner that Sunday. I checked distances from Duluth to Rebecca L. and then to Spooner then home and it's just more driving and in-car time than either Addie or I want to do.


Have a great time everyone.
 
Kendra
09/07/2013 09:18AM
 
The weather has been so nice we may not need a fire but I'll still bring the firewood.
 
Papinator
09/08/2013 01:17PM
 
After a little chitchat, Matt and I decided we will try to make at least a day trip for Saturday!! :) I want to see everyone so badly, hehe. We may hammock it Saturday night depending on the weather! Woot!
 
PuffinGin
09/08/2013 01:19PM
 
Tried to come last year but couldn't swing it. I'd like to come this year so I will check calendar. I have a couple of questions for those who regularly attend. If I were to come for one night, which night would give me maximum opportunity to meet other members of the board? Is there a potluck one night and if so, which one?


Would I be welcome with my puppy? She's nearly 16 weeks old now and fairly quiet at home. However, she is still a puppy and hasn't yet been to "Youth Shaping" class (ie, puppy school) so she requires vocal and other corrections at times. Next weekend will be her inaugural camping trip with friends on the Namekagon River so I'll have a better sense then of how she might behave. I won't consider coming with her (so me either) if she doesn't do passably well then. I would, of course, keep her on leash and under control as much as possible for her and me so she doesn't bother others. That leads to another question. Is the camping space large enough that my tent could be a bit away from everyone else's? I don't mean real far (>50 ft.) but perhaps 20 feet so we aren't right next to another camper. She needs a bit of room on-leach/rope to move around a little. She also likes to check things out and can quickly find things to do or chew if they are nearby. Also, is there a good and easy walking area for her?
 
kanoes
09/08/2013 01:50PM
 
hi there.


i would say saturday is the night to attend.


the potluck is saturday afternoon.


dogs are welcome and you wouldnt have a problem finding a tent spot for a lead that long.


walking trails im unsure of.


hope to see you there.

btw....cute pup! our springer kelly is 10 now.
 
whiteh20
09/08/2013 08:18PM
 
Canyon, Ruger an I will be there
 
bwcasolo
09/07/2013 05:06PM
 
looks like i am bringing the prism friday after work and staying 2 nites, that is the plan now.
 
h20
09/03/2013 08:49PM
 
quote Papinator: "So wish Matt and I could go... but 9 months pregnant and sleeping in a tent don't seem to go together very well... can't wait till next year!!!"Was wondering about you guys...Show us some pics!
 
izzy
09/03/2013 11:35AM
 
OK Kendra - you twisted my arm , I'll be there. Making grilled cheese for the kids . May have a new tent. My TAJ 3 is MIA.
 
Trix
09/03/2013 05:33PM
 
Still missing Iz? Bummer! Suppose you could sleep in the truck again. Or you could use my Taj 3 if you want. I will be using my other tent.


let me know. You are more than welcome to use it.
 
jb in the wild
09/03/2013 05:37PM
 
quote izzy: "OK Kendra - you twisted my arm , I'll be there. Making grilled cheese for the kids . May have a new tent. My TAJ 3 is MIA."
I'll set mine up for you I'm going to sleep at home. I have to work so I wont be sleeping at the campground.


JB
 
Basspro69
08/31/2013 11:30AM
 
quote Papinator: "So wish Matt and I could go... but 9 months pregnant and sleeping in a tent don't seem to go together very well... can't wait till next year!!!" Good to hear from you Pap,you will have to post pictures when that little Paddler enters the world :-)
 
pswith5
08/30/2013 09:01PM
 
Hey Kendra, I know OT. Where'd you get the foam for those big marshmallow pads of yours?? Looking at throwing together some makeshift pads. Pete
 
HansSolo
08/29/2013 07:46PM
 

You can pencil me in for Saturday and Sunday. Great scheduling because the Packers are on an early bye Sunday, September 29th! :-)

Unfortunately I'll need to set the DVR for the Wisconsin-Ohio State game Saturday night. :-(

Hans Solo
 
Basspro69
08/27/2013 09:23PM
 
quote housty9: "Will basspro69 be there?" Im hoping to be :-)
 
kanoes
08/27/2013 09:10PM
 
bump. back on topic.
 
Basspro69
08/27/2013 09:07AM
 
quote tonyyarusso: "quote Kendra: "WHERE: Rebecca State Park....Sarah Creek Group Camp Site"
That's Lake Rebecca REGIONAL Park Reserve.


This correction brought to you by the guy involved in overseeing the Metro regional parks and trails system. :)"
Correction for Tony
 
housty9
08/27/2013 01:02PM
 
Will basspro69 be there?
 
inspector13
08/26/2013 05:56PM
 
quote tonyyarusso:This correction brought to you by the guy involved in overseeing the Metro regional parks and trails system. :)"
Can you get some more money funneled over to Big Marine? : )


 
inspector13
08/26/2013 10:16AM
 

I’ll be there all day Saturday.



 
jb in the wild
08/26/2013 05:18PM
 
quote tonyyarusso: "quote Kendra: "WHERE: Rebecca State Park....Sarah Creek Group Camp Site"
That's Lake Rebecca REGIONAL Park Reserve.



This correction brought to you by the guy involved in overseeing the Metro regional parks and trails system. :)"

Hay Tony, do I call you BOSS? I work at Baker.


JB
 
tonyyarusso
08/26/2013 05:57PM
 
quote jb in the wild: "Hay Tony, do I call you BOSS? I work at Baker."
Nah, but you can call me "commissioner". I'm on the Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission, which serves as the citizen advisory body to the Metro Council on parks and trails issues. We deal with the very "high-level" planning and policy things, like plan where in the metro lacks a nearby park or trail and should therefore have one proposed nearby, review and approve all master plans for acquisition and development, and draft the policies for what is eligible for various types of funding and review and approve specific grant requests for compliance with those policies. All "operational" matters like overseeing individual park staff, managing the park units, and conducting programming are the responsibility of the "park implementing agencies", in this case Three Rivers Park District (which also has its own board of commissioners), making them and Superintendent Cris Gears your ultimate boss, along with either Margaret Dahlof or Thomas McDowell depending on your position. :)
 
tonyyarusso
08/26/2013 05:57PM
 
quote inspector13: "Can you get some more money funneled over to Big Marine? : )"
We approved an acquisition grant for a parcel in that park in June of last year , and another one last August. Non-acquisition costs (development, maintenance, and operations) are allotted to each park implementing agency by means of formulae that can be found in a little light reading called the 2030 Regional Parks Policy Plan (Chapter 4) and the statutes referenced therein, and then Washington County decides what portion goes to that particular park reserve, so for further action beyond that call up your county commissioner!
 
Kendra
08/26/2013 08:12PM
 
quote tonyyarusso: "quote Kendra: "WHERE: Rebecca State Park....Sarah Creek Group Camp Site"
That's Lake Rebecca REGIONAL Park Reserve.



This correction brought to you by the guy involved in overseeing the Metro regional parks and trails system. :)"



We have used this same template for a few years and no one caught that mistake! Thanks!



 
nctry
08/26/2013 06:47AM
 
quote jb in the wild: " This is the true Great Minnesota Get Together.
JB"





Yeah, where else can you get mooseplums on a stick. :)



It's on my calendar.
 
mooseplums
08/26/2013 07:59AM
 
quote nctry: "quote jb in the wild: " This is the true Great Minnesota Get Together.
JB"






Yeah, where else can you get mooseplums on a stick. :)




It's on my calendar."



:)......and they are nummy!
 
okinaw55
09/15/2013 09:28PM
 
Ok, Im making plans to be there with or without a partner. It's been a long time since I paddled a canoe. Who's going to take me for a ride? :)

 
HikingStick
09/15/2013 07:13PM
 
Finally one that doesn't conflict with anything on my calendar! Now to convince the wife this is a priority...
 
Hawbakers
08/26/2013 08:46AM
 
Planning on it! Bringing the Dutch Ovens to make a Dump cake of some sort!
 
kanoes
09/14/2013 08:45PM
 
quote okinaw55: "quote kanoes: "quote okinaw55: "This sounds like fun and a great opportunity to meet all the people that have been so helpful. Im not sure how I haven't seen this before. I'm giving it some serious consideration."
to quote Nike..."JUST DO IT"."




LOL I'm all in, I just need to find some company. I guess worst case me and my Brittany (aka the Boy) will come. :)"

company will be provided, all us scary internet canoeing freaks will be there. :)
 
mr.barley
08/25/2013 03:42PM
 
I'll be there saturday/saturday night.....I'll bring beer.
 
pswith5
08/26/2013 08:16AM
 
Pretty sure I can make Saturday night.
 
kanoes
08/24/2013 10:54PM
 
not really a bump, more of a gentle nudge.
 
SunCatcher
08/25/2013 10:54PM
 
In Canada on a little fishing excursion


Have to do a rain check


SunCatcher
 
bhouse46
08/25/2013 11:50PM
 
Leaving Moose Lake after a loop trip with my son Saturday morning, plan on arriving at Rebecca Park mid afternoon, leaving Sunday. Looking forward to the galvanized tub and fire ring and what comes with that.
 
jb in the wild
08/26/2013 06:37AM
 
Gotta work BUT you know I'll be there to help set up and will show up after work. This is the true Great Minnesota Get Together.


JB
 
kiwibird
08/25/2013 10:50AM
 
George/lesley and kiwibird will NOT be attending.
We will be at our" BEE RV" Rally in Kansas then on to Utah for a total of 6weeks.
BWCA.com is our first life,RV in a 24ft Motorhome is our 2nd.
HAVE FUN.We were there last year and it is a beautiful site.The Potluck and Beer was unbelievable.
Thanks Kendra.



 
KevinL
08/25/2013 03:15PM
 
I plan on being there both nights but don't know what I'm cooking yet.
 
kanoes
08/25/2013 09:14PM
 
nudge
 
housty9
08/25/2013 10:55AM
 
Suburban campers coming Friday night and most of Saturday night, wife has to work on Sunday.
 
Kendra
08/24/2013 04:04PM
 
WHAT: MN Fall Wingnight 2013
WHEN: September 27-29
WHERE: Lake Rebecca Regional Park Reserve....Sarah Creek Group Camp Site

IF YOU ARE READING THIS, YOU ARE INVITED!

*It is a 2 day camp out at a private site, at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve in Rockford, Minnesota. You will not be charged for joining us at the group camp, but we will gladly accept what you can donate to help cover the cost of the site.

*You may arrive anytime on September 27th. Plan to camp Friday and Saturday with departure on Sunday. You don’t have to camp. In the past many people have come for a day or even a few hours. Whatever time fits your schedule you are welcome!

DIRECTIONS:
Use this link for directions. Rebecca Park is the one along the Crow River furthest to the left on the map. (Hold your cursor over the green for directions.)

This is the park map with the Sarah Creek Group Camp marked in yellow.










*Potluck will be on Saturday afternoon at 4:30pm. – please bring a dish to share! The variety of food is unbelievable! Many people cook on site. There are no grills. There are two fire rings with grates. Bring what you need to prepare your food.




WHAT'S AT CAMP:

*NO electricity. (Bring a lantern if you have one.)

*A water pump is located on site. There is a latrine building without running water.

*There are some out buildings to use for cooking and shelter from wind, rain or snow should the weather be less favorable. After all it is MN!

*Picnic tables, yes. BYO chairs.

*LOTS OF BWCA.COM FRIENDS TO SHARE STORIES WITH!!!



PADDLING:

*Lake Rebecca is very canoe friendly. No motorized boats, electric only. Feel free to bring your canoes or kayaks and your fishing gear.

HOUSEKEEPING REMINDERS-

*Please Leave no Trace!

*You are responsible for yourself, your family and your guests when it comes to keeping a clean camp. This includes the latrine building and things left (tossed) in the woods. (Sounds like a no-brainer but. . . .)

*Recycling bins are available for all recyclables.

*Garbage cans are on site so you don't need to pack-it-out.

ANOTHER NOTE-
If you are someone who wants to go to bed early or sleep in late, it is recommended you camp away from the fire pits. Socializing tends to go on around the fire pits both late into the night and early in the morning.
RSVP:

We would like an idea on the number of people planning to attending.
How many? Camping or not? What will you bring for potluck?

Feel free to ask any questions if something was missed!



 
Kendra
08/25/2013 10:18AM
 
quote kanoes: "ill be camping both nights.



ill bring the "guest book"/sharpies/name tags...and plates, bowls, plasticware, etc.


ill be drinking mr.barleys beer too. btw? save some apple pie for me. in other words, hide some from tony. ;-)"



Thank you.


You just gave me an idea!


I could hide the apple pie, then give you clues like a treasure hunt to find it! You and Tony could race to see who has to share!



 
kanoes
08/24/2013 05:46PM
 
ill be camping both nights.


ill bring the "guest book"/sharpies/name tags...and plates, bowls, plasticware, etc.

ill be drinking mr.barleys beer too. btw? save some apple pie for me. in other words, hide some from tony. ;-)
 
Primitiveman
09/11/2013 10:44PM
 
Is there a maximum vehicle height to enter the park?
Jon
 
kanoes
09/11/2013 10:53PM
 
quote Primitiveman: "Is there a maximum vehicle height to enter the park?
Jon"

party RV? :)

no height restrictions.
 
Kendra
09/12/2013 03:06PM
 
We have approximately 30 coming so far! There's room for many more!!!

 
kanoes
09/12/2013 09:12PM
 
quote Kendra: "We have approximately 30 coming so far! There's room for many more!!!
"

room for 3 times that!
 
kanoes
09/13/2013 07:08PM
 
less than 2 little weeks now.