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02/01/2016 11:05PM   (Thread Older Than 3 Years)
Hey all!

Now that the holidays have passed and schedule have hopefully settled, is there any interest in a local get together? I had the pleasure of meeting jcavenaugh in the not so distant past, and would like to do so with more of the fine people that frequent these boards.

Just tossing the idea out there, and if there is interest, we can plan a bit more formally. It's February, after all, and the cain fever is hitting pretty hard.

I am in the west Chicago burbs, but locaation can be set by convenience for the group.

let me know what you think.

Brandon
 
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jwb747
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02/02/2016 12:13PM  
Brandon,

Great idea and you can count me in!! I'm in Arlington Heights and willing to meet anywhere.

Cheers,
John
 
02/02/2016 02:17PM  
I live 2 miles from bf.
Put me on the list.


Two Brothers Round House is in Aurora and is pretty big.
Good food and even better beer.
Aurora is a good location (50 miles or so) for folks coming from Chicago, Rockford, Gary, Waukegan, Kankakee, Ottawa.
 
02/02/2016 08:27PM  
Cool, I am going to post this in the Listening Point as well in case there are others that are not members that want to come along.
 
TrekScouter
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02/03/2016 02:44PM  
I'm interested. +1 on Two Brothers. I already have plans Presidents' Day weekend. Any other dates work for me.
 
Elydog
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02/03/2016 07:15PM  
Sounds awesome! When is it happening?
 
02/03/2016 09:25PM  
quote Elydog: "Sounds awesome! When is it happening?
"


Based on response, I am thinking March 5th or 12th.

Either of those work less or more for folks? Depending on what is best, I will get in touch with the Roundhouse and see if I can set aside some space for us. Since Canoecopia is 11th-13th, maybe we look at the weekend before or after?

I am already looking forward to it!

Brandon
 
02/03/2016 09:37PM  
I may be able to make it, so I'm a possible +1. Would be nice to connect with other area paddlers.
 
plumbbob
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02/04/2016 12:33AM  
11,12,13. is canoecopia
 
TrekScouter
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02/04/2016 08:26AM  
quote bfurlow: "
quote Elydog: "Sounds awesome! When is it happening?
"



Based on response, I am thinking March 5th or 12th.


Either of those work less or more for folks? Depending on what is best, I will get in touch with the Roundhouse and see if I can set aside some space for us. Since Canoecopia is 11th-13th, maybe we look at the weekend before or after?


I am already looking forward to it!


Brandon"
Both work fine for me.
 
jwb747
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02/04/2016 09:53AM  
Glad to see it's coming together. I will be out of town March 5-12. Heading to canoecopia on the 13. If all are flexible, I would like to attend.
 
02/04/2016 10:50AM  
Agreed that for the best attendance it should not be in conflict with Canoecopia.
 
02/05/2016 08:50PM  
quote mirth: "Agreed that for the best attendance it should not be in conflict with Canoecopia."


Shoot - spaced out on Copia...

Between here and the similar thread posted in Listening Point, 3/19 has come up as a decent option for a lot of people.

So the unofficial/official date is 3/19 at Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora. Start time whenever you get there, but I will try to get there around 7.

If this works, I will call them and see what we can do for space/food, etc.

Sound good?

 
02/19/2016 09:05PM  
Bump - 3/19 is still the date. Hope to see as many as can make it!

Brandon
 
02/22/2016 07:04PM  
Hi everyone,

Trying to lock down an approximate headcount for the mini-wing so I can reserve space. Right now I have them setting aside space upstairs for about 25 people. Seemed like a safe count based on replies.

If you could reply with whether you will be there and if you are bringing others, I would really appreciate it. Either here or the thread on Listening Point will work.

Looking forward to meeting any and all that can make it. Spouses/significant others are welcome.

Thanks!
Brandon
 
02/23/2016 09:22AM  
Ah shucks, Troop campout that weekend. I'm out. I swear I'm gonna make it to one of these things someday....
 
02/25/2016 03:48PM  
me + 1 (or maybe 3)
 
02/29/2016 12:43PM  
Hi All,

Quick update for you.

Just got of the phone with the Roundhouse.

They will have space set aside for us in the Tavern Loft bar. From the main entrance it is around the corner to the left. They will have information/directions at the host stand when you get in. Just mention either bwca.com, or that you are there for Brandon's group and they will be able to direct you there.

See you then!

Brandon
 
plumbbob
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02/29/2016 11:44PM  
can you post an address
 
03/01/2016 12:58PM  
Two Brothers Roundhouse
205 N Broadway Ave
Aurora, IL 60505
Phone number (630) 264-2739
Business website twobrothersroundhouse.com
 
scramble4a5
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03/01/2016 08:21PM  
What time?
 
03/01/2016 09:00PM  
Between 6:30 and 7. Sorry, first time trying to organize an event like this so kinda taking it on the go :)
 
03/05/2016 10:46AM  
14 days...
 
03/06/2016 06:16PM  
Sorry I'm gonna miss this esp since I'm so close to the roundhouse. Gotta scout overnight in big rock that night
 
03/16/2016 09:25PM  
Bump!

3 more days!

 
04/28/2016 11:55AM  
I never did see any pics from this.
Due to a couple sick people in the house I couldn't go.
 
05/05/2016 02:00PM  
Not a huge turnout. We just ended up sitting around and chatting for a couple hours and I didn't even think of pics. It was a fun time.
 
05/06/2016 09:59AM  
bf -Are you going to Rockford this weekend?
 
05/06/2016 04:18PM  
Not going to be able to make it out. I have a scout event and then mother's day on Sunday.
 
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