Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Listening Point - General Discussion :: SOUTHERN WINGNIGHT Update
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nojobro |
Question...are people canoeing? I don't want to bring our canoe all that way if others won't be going, too. And...how long of a trip? Gotta know how many canoe snacks I need for the kiddos. :) Looked at the campground website...only lake canoeing? Is that right? Maybe we'll save the gas on the canoe and the space in the van (no pfds) |
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AndySG |
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nojobro |
Anyone bringing canoes? |
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AndySG |
quote nojobro: "Is the grass short enough for croquet, or should I bring a different outdoor game? I'm pretty sure they mow the area regularly since the group site are seldom occupied during week days. Bring the croquet set. |
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AndySG |
quote maxxbhp: "This is sorta gonna be Diana's spring training, she's being really brave and the best wife ever, but she ain't no friggin canoe tripper, and I say that with immense love in my heart. Ya'll don't rat me out, but watch her. Any time she feels out of her element, she gets really close and puts both her hands around my arm, it's the cutest thing you've ever seen. Hahahahahahahaha. " Don't worry Maxx, the other ladies will make sure she is well taken care of. At least that's what they did for Marsha when she was cold wet and miserable at the Spring 2011 WN in Minnesota. |
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nojobro |
quote AndySG: "quote nojobro: "Is the grass short enough for croquet, or should I bring a different outdoor game? OK. I may still bring a different one; we'll see. |
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Aaron79 |
Thanks Andy for putting this together. We will have to get together after our trips to share stories. |
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Rapid Runner |
but i will be there, and unless i go grab my canoe thats 2 hours away within the next 2 days, i'll be canoeless. |
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AndySG |
quote giddyup: "Andy, What do you need for the potluck on Saturday....main dish, side dish, meat to cook, pizza, dessert, paper goods, soda? I'm pretty local so any of those things are ok with me." I plan to cook up a bunch of brats and hot doggies, plus bring some basic condiments. I'll also provide the paper goods and plastic wear. I'd say bring whatever you think will be a crowd pleaser. Entree, side dish or dessert. It will all work out. Looking forward to meeting you. Oh, 4:00 PM-ish on Saturday is what I'm thinking for meal time. |
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AndySG |
And don't be concerned about the potluck. Nobody will care if you bring store bought potato salad or whatever. Just showing up will be a treat! |
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jcavenagh |
Friday Night Clear Lo 64 °F Saturday Sunny Hi 87 °F Saturday Night Partly Cloudy Lo 67 °F Sunday Chance Tstms Hi 85 °F Don't forget sunscreen,sunglasses, and bring a really cool hat! |
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nojobro |
Andy, do you know the park rules for dogs? Must Booker be on a leash at all times, or can he be on a tie out? Honestly he could just hang without anything and never be a problem but I understand there are rules. All he wants in life is to be near us and get petted. (oh wait...you met him already...) |
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nojobro |
Will the group be going canoeing together? We would like to. |
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jcavenagh |
OOOPS! I forgot to post my most recent photo... |
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AndySG |
AndySG, Marsha & Lucy the puppy Maxxbph & Mrs. Maxx plus Homemade Brew CIRIOLIS and Dora BillConner giddyup – Day Tripper blutofish & Mrs Bluto Nojobro, Phantom, Bronwyn, Linnea and Booker the Canoe Dog jcavenaghh Rapid Runner Aaron79 & Guests – Day Trippers Myciliaman & Guests ChicagoRed If anybody else wants to come, you'll be welcome with open arms...Hugz that is......Lets have some camping fun!! Location: Jim Edgar Panther Creek West Group Camp Site Arrival: May 18...Whenever Departure: May 20...Whenever Food: May 18...Copious Wings from a local restaurant and whatever you want to bring. May 19....Potluck at 4:00 PM..Bring a dish or dessert. Fees: Camping and firewood covered by Marsha and me. Donations appreciated but not necessary. Bring: Canoes, bikes, archery equipment, fishing gear, and all other toys. Summary: This will be a great time and we are looking forward to seeing all. Similar to bobbwca's wingnight. Small group and very intimate. Contact: My cell number is 217-971-9265. E-mail is gordons975@gmail.com. There is room for many more. I really hope some additional members decide to show. |
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nojobro |
It's going to be interesting. Linnea fell asleep at 5pm and slept for almost 2 hours; she's still awake right now. And we have to get up early in the morning because we are going to this via Chicago for a doctor's appointment for our older daughter. We have to be in Chicago at 11. It's always something, eh? We hope the appointment will take no more than an hour and hope to be on our way again around noon, or 1:00 at the latest. Who knows how many stops we'll have to take along the way...I'm thinking we'll be at the campground by 6pm. See y'all then! Oh and this owning a dog thing is still new to me. I didn't think anything of going to the doctor's appointment with the dog in tow...but it'll probably be too hot to leave him in the car. So I guess one of us will have to stay outside and take him for walks??? |
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blutofish1 |
quote AndySG: "Dear ___terri_____ (wife name) |
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nojobro |
I have no idea when I'll get to pack for this camping trip...so busy...but we'll be there somehow. |
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HammerII |
One of these days we're going to have a "east coast" wing night |
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AndySG |
There are two smaller lakes in the park restricted to paddling or electric motor only. The big lake (Prairie) we are camped next to is a motor lake, but idle speed only for motors over 10 HP. Bring the boats as the weather looks perfect for paddling. |
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AndySG |
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AndySG |
quote blutofish1: "I'm bummed out. The wife burned herself today helping an elderly lady clean her house. Probably won't be able to make it to wing night. She is in alot of pain and doesn't know if she can make the trip. I would come myself but her dressing needs changed twice a day. I WAS SO LOOKING FORWARD TO MEETING ALL OF YOU.Andy e-mail me and let me know what I owe for my part. Sorry everyone. " Dang Bluto! Bummer is right. Please don't worry if you can't make it. Family first buddy. Take care of the Misses. Everything else can wait and we certainly understand. |
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nojobro |
That does not look good. Quick, painless healing vibes to your wife. |
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Bonvicken |
For those of you interested in trees, I'll divulge the location of a truly giant Bur Oak on our old farmstead; it's across the lake from you and a very mild bushwack from Wolf Road on the east side of the lake. 39°58'17.00"N 90° 3'27.40"W Last summer I measured the circumference of this tree at 26 feet. After that, I found that there's a big tree register for the State of Illinois Illinois Big Tree register Per this list,the current state champion Bur Oak is 23.4 feet circumference. I found that I can submit this tree for champion status, but I still need to get the height and crown measurements. Also, not sure if it will qualify as a single tree, since it has three large trunks...they split high enough off the ground, but I need to verify that there is no seam where the three trunks would have fused as individual trees. I encourage you to go take a look a this monster and wonder how many prairie fires it has withstood, witness the fact that it must be at least 500 yrs old and was here long before folks of European descent arrived. When my Dad took me hunting when I was a kid, we'd always stop and admire this huge old relic. Brings a tear to my eye. If you're ambitious, go ahead and try to figure out the height and crown measurements, but PLEASE don't submit it to the Big Tree register; this thing has huge sentimental value to me and I'd like to submit it myself. I'll be down there later this summer to take the measurements. Here's a photo of my 3 boys posing on it 8 years ago... Have an awesome CENTRAL Illinois Wing Weekend!!! |
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jcavenagh |
quote blutofish1: "I'm bummed out. The wife burned herself today helping an elderly lady clean her house. Probably won't be able to make it to wing night. She is in alot of pain and doesn't know if she can make the trip. I would come myself but her dressing needs changed twice a day. I WAS SO LOOKING FORWARD TO MEETING ALL OF YOU.Andy e-mail me and let me know what I owe for my part. Sorry everyone. " Our wishes for a speedy recovery! And look, Mrs. B seems to be smiling in her photo!! |
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AndySG |
There is a good burn center at MMC in Springfield. If the pain subsides for travel please try if interested. Good weather, book,pain medicines. If not, totally understand. Bless for helping today. Hope that the accident did not disturb the elderly person. Again get well soon and try to sleep. Sorry this happened to you. Marsha and Andy |
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Chicagored |
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nojobro |
See you soon.... |
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