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Title: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on March 18, 2012, 08:53:05 PM
For those of you with reservations already ...
And for those of you who think you'll make it, but haven't made reservations ...

Please PM me with the following information (and then reply below - "Info Sent").

1)  Your Name (first & last - I'll get your username by the reply)
2)  Your Boat (year, model & name - if your boat has a name)
3)  The Number Of People Traveling/Participating with you (wives, girlfriends, kids, grandkids, neighbors ...)
4)  Your Campsite Number (many of you have moved since making your reservations)

My reasons for requesting the information:
1)  I've only met a few of you at the Minneapolis Boat Show ... I'd like to start pairing real-world names with usernames on the forum.
2)  I'd like to start making small placards for our beach party / boat show - they'll be numbered so people can vote on their favorite ... we're giving away two trophies.
3)  I am working on some free meals.  I've got hamburger lunches on Saturday worked out, this week my target is going to be a steak & potato supper on Friday night after the sunset cruise ... but I need to start with a good approximate so I can gather the appropriate donations.
4)  I'll be fishing at the lake over the next couple weeks and will make an effort to take a picture of your campsite & provide it to you - this way you know what to be expecting.

Thanks for the excitement.  We've got great interest so far.  For those of you who may not be stitched up and water ready by June, you're welcome to come down anyway - there should be more than enough open seats to accommodate friends.



Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: Tmstibbe on March 18, 2012, 11:50:02 PM
Info Sent

** Tom - I've PM'd your info to Wetraider.
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Post by: dorelse on March 19, 2012, 09:47:13 AM
Info Sent
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Post by: 84carlson on March 19, 2012, 10:06:27 AM
Sent Info
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Post by: Terry_Curran on March 19, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
info sent
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Post by: bambam on March 19, 2012, 10:47:06 AM
PM sent
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on March 19, 2012, 11:00:46 AM
Awesome.  Thanks guys.
Looks like right now we've got 14 boats & approximately 40 people.

Plenty of room on the beaches ... let's get a few more.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: 84carlson on March 25, 2012, 07:16:03 PM
Do we need to have State Park Pass in Iowa?  Is there any other Water Regulation out of the norm?

Joe
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on March 25, 2012, 08:42:16 PM
Joe, you're good.
The Corps of Engineers charges a launch fee available in day passes & season passes if you wish to use a ramp other than the two available within the State Park.  There should not be any other fees if you're paying for the campsite. 
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: makinwaves on March 27, 2012, 09:37:47 PM
I will be there for sure.  Either I will pitch a tent at site 105 with the Curran brothers or I'll have a spot with my buddy if he comes.  He bought my CVX16SS which he'd be bringing.

My GT-150 is nowhere near being ready.  I'd love to ride in one though.  Never had mine on the water.

It will be good to see Old Red and Terry again as well as put faces and boats to names I've chatted with.  I was very active on CGOA for years but have been busy with new hobbies the last few years.

See you all soon
Tim

Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: Bayflite73 on March 29, 2012, 08:38:16 AM
Info sent.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on May 31, 2012, 09:19:00 AM
Final tally ... anybody looking' ... please reply to this topic with the total number in your party.  I want to make sure I'm prepared with proper quantities for the steak dinner tomorrow night!
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: dorelse on May 31, 2012, 09:34:40 AM
Final tally ... anybody looking' ... please reply to this topic with the total number in your party.  I want to make sure I'm prepared with proper quantities for the steak dinner tomorrow night!


Dan - I'm a party of 2.  If my son decides to come last minute, I'll bring a steak on my own for him.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: bambam on May 31, 2012, 09:39:20 AM
Myself, my wife 2 kids and my sister-in-law & Boyfriend. 

I was planning on supplying myself, did we get steaks?
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on May 31, 2012, 10:07:08 AM
Yessir, Brandon.  We did.  I'm thinking sirloins - they're typically lean enough for most everyone & they cook pretty well over flame.  We're down to about 40, it looks like, after the recent poor weather.
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Post by: Terry_Curran on May 31, 2012, 12:06:33 PM
2 here.  we the only ones arriving on thursday now?

terry
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Post by: WetRaider on May 31, 2012, 12:51:21 PM
Terry,
I think you may be.  It's been raining out here all day - just an annoying mist.  Temperature for tomorrow is suppose to go up and be in the low 80's for Saturday.  We'll see how accurate those weathermen are.
Thanks for checking in. 
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: dorelse on May 31, 2012, 01:37:38 PM
Pretty sure one of the NE guys has a camper rented and was cruising over today as well.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: carlsoncvx18 on May 31, 2012, 03:45:06 PM
Dan

Jeff from minneapolis will be just myself could not con anybody else to come.

Will be leaving the cities around 9:30am should see you early afternoon.

Did not reserve a camping spot but it looks like there should be some open.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: dorelse on May 31, 2012, 03:51:40 PM
Yeah, Jerry's, Red's & Barb's...should be plenty.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on May 31, 2012, 04:08:53 PM
Jeff -
Awesome you can make it.  I'll be taking up one of those camping spots, too.  My kids have tried backyard camping twice this year and never made it through the night.  Maybe this time they'll stay in the tent because I'll be with them.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: Terry_Curran on May 31, 2012, 08:07:39 PM
we're at dinner with brandon and wife amber.  so 2 more for dinner on friday confirmed.

Terry
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: 84carlson on May 31, 2012, 08:22:46 PM
We will be unable to attend the event this year, we have been dealing with a situation this week with our oldest son that unfortunately will require us to stay home and resolve.  A-Z camper was nice enough to allow us to use our rental anytime this summer, so we will be planning a trip probable in July.  Hope you all have a great time.

Joe
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on May 31, 2012, 08:59:50 PM
Joe -
I'm really sorry to hear that.  Family first! 
Sounds like A-Z was good to you ... come on out when you can & let me know - I'm only 20 minutes from the nearest ramp.  We can have a mini-meet.
- Dan
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: still_fishin on May 31, 2012, 09:20:01 PM
I will be caravaning down with Jeff. Just me.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: Bayflite73 on June 01, 2012, 07:11:27 AM
Hey guys, I hate to say it but life's great timing has reared it's ugly head and my wife came down with a nasty cold pretty much yesterday and the thought of taking care of the boys (5, 3 and 2) is overwhelming for her and both of our parents are either sick as well or have other plans so they're out as far as helping.

I'm going to have to bow out as well. It kills me to say it. I've been looking forward to this meet since the first day it was announced.

I'll make the Red Wing meet for sure and can't wait to meet you guys in the future.

Sorry.  :(
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: bambam on June 01, 2012, 07:26:11 AM
Josh,

If you are next to me I have a 9 yr old girl and a 4 yr old boy, we can keep 'em occupied if you want to go.  Kids are no problem
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Post by: Burnin Daylight on June 01, 2012, 08:00:54 AM
Josh, sorry to hear you can't make it. I was looking forward to it a lot myself also.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: Bayflite73 on June 01, 2012, 08:11:00 AM
Josh,

If you are next to me I have a 9 yr old girl and a 4 yr old boy, we can keep 'em occupied if you want to go.  Kids are no problem

Now you've got me thinkin'.... Wonder if taking my 5 and 3 year old would work if she would be well enough to watch the baby... Hmm. It's a huge stretch but maybe all hope is not lost!  I'll let you all know since we are neighbors on the campsite. If you're still leaving at one that gives me a little time to play with.

Worse comes to worse I may take the boat out this afternoon as at least one of them will be napping.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on June 01, 2012, 08:11:21 AM
Josh - my daughter is 5 and would love a playmate.  Only you know what's best.  If you can't make it, we will miss having you out here.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: Bayflite73 on June 01, 2012, 08:12:49 AM
Josh, sorry to hear you can't make it. I was looking forward to it a lot myself also.

Barb, did you end up suffering much damage from the storm? Crappy timing on that one for you and Red for sure!
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: Bayflite73 on June 01, 2012, 08:19:32 AM
Josh - my daughter is 5 and would love a playmate.  Only you know what's best.  If you can't make it, we will miss having you out here.

Dan, good to know. Like ages always help! I'll post more once I know.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: bambam on June 01, 2012, 08:24:16 AM
Our back-up plan if it goes bad is to hit the waterpark for a day and wear them out.

However They've been camping since they were born and love the water and the boat, we'll be good.

I hope you go for it. Let me know your plan, if you don't go I might see if my sister-in-law can grab your site next to mine.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: WetRaider on June 01, 2012, 08:39:20 AM
I've got a decent size shade tent to pop up on the beach ... just so there's a place for anyone to get out of the sun if they need to.
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: Bayflite73 on June 01, 2012, 08:43:21 AM
(sigh) Well just talked to my wife and she's at the point of her cold/sore throat where it hurts to swallow. Looks like I'll be sitting this one out after all. You sister in law can have my site for sure. Just make sure to take lots of pics of the boats, etc. so those of us that desperately want to be there but can't for various reasons can live vicariously through you guys!!!

I'll still probably make a run this afternoon somewhere as I've still got the day off and another run (maybe MN river?) on Sunday.

When life gives you lemons right?

Have fun!
Title: Re: RUN ON RATHBUN - Summer Kick-Off Headcount
Post by: bambam on June 01, 2012, 08:54:22 AM
Don't count out showing up tomorrow if she feels better!
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Post by: bambam on June 01, 2012, 01:36:21 PM
We are on our way

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Post by: 84carlson on April 29, 2013, 05:33:06 PM
Did you negotiate any better rates at the lodge, last year I thought you had a discount, may try to come over this year...

Joe