St Johns, FL River

Hollywood wrote: Next year I get an extra week vacation, I think I know how I'm going to spend it! Trailer down the weekend before, ski a few days, then meet up on this river. Have fun guys!

Thank goodness we don't have to wait till next year...we'll see you and Carolyn next weekend!

john

adamt wrote: 75 Tique wrote: Have you noticed it has taken many fewer posts to make this fairly significant interstate event happen than it takes to get 4 or 5 guys together for a beer in chicago? I wouldn't want to be at that table at the end of the evening. If it takes that much effort for those old ladies to plan the event can you imagine what its like watching them try to figure out how to divy up the bill fairly?       Which one is Brainard, I've always wondered what he looked like?!? Pete is the one with PJB embroidered on his cuffs! Sorry Pete...could not resist. Adam: Is this not gonna be too cool? Ever think that when you met up with us last year for this day that it would turn into this? john

hasbeenskier wrote: You guys seem pumped up. I am pleased to see the excitment in the river run. It is a beautiful area. I call it "The Old Florida". The weather was so nice for the event last year I am afraid to throw my hat in. If I did it would be cold and rainy all weekend long. Maybe if I just penciled in my name it would not put a hex on the event. I would dive on a grenade to protect you guys. bj

God, you are so right about the weather last year. I just can't imagine a lake as big as that could ever be that glass calm again. It was incredible.

You mean last year was "perfect"...man you need to join us down here for a visit Gary.

john

jbear wrote: You mean last year was "perfect"...man you need to join us down here for a visit Gary. john

So we had a little breeze and some dampness one night. I'm planning for '10!

Sorry Pete...my mistake on the initals.

Nice hair BTW...looks like you are leading the pack.

Looks like that nice "smooth" Green lake.

Looks like 10 boats right now Mark..

john

I'm workin' on it.

john

We're getting excited about the trip. Hopefully I'll have the pumpkin back together this time next weekend and have trailer brakes for the first time since I've owned it.

What's a typical day on the river down there? Will lunch and dinner be mostly on the water somewhere? Maybe a cookout at Parramore's Sat night?

Are most bringing skiing/boarding gear? How often will we wish we had left the tower at home because of low hanging trees?

We've done our share of camping, but not so much with a boat in tow.

Sounds great Roger...if others agree on the cookout, we could start a 'to bring' list for a cookout. That's what we're doing is a list to bring...should we be prepared to eat mostly out or mostly at camp? I wonder how close the grub store is?

I'm no pro on a board, but I'm pretty good at getting people out the first time!

Of Course, bring it on brother. Do you intend to bring a boat too?
bj

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Yes I will be bringing my 76. I will be contacting Parramore about a camp site to pitch a tent on Friday evening. I am not sure if the wife will be attending or not at this time    Joe

Critter, I'd be happy to help get you up on a board.I've taught plenty of kids of all ages and enjoy doing so. I'm planning on bringing mine ( LF trip) and a couple of kneeboards (airrageous).

Greg I'm also planning on bringing my skylon so if you want to leave the tower at home your more than welcome to use the skylon if you need too.

Kim and I may leave Thurs night and stop in Valdosta for the night and get up the next morn to get there. She said if the gang were going to tour the CC factory she'd like to go.

Eating? Who said anything about eating. I thought we were all on the liquid diet for the weekend.

I know that Kim and I were planning on eating out for dinner if there is such a thing but if grills are readily available then a good steak might be in order.

I would be up for a BBQ at the campground. If a "to bring" list gets started, let me know.

I also plan on bringing the ski and board. No tower, but at my skill level, it would not make a whole lotta difference.

Greg-
I am not familiar with this section of the river, but in general, I don't think you need to worry about the trees that much (at least my experience on the creeks in the northern sections).

!#@$@!@# I need to be in WA State this week-end. Hope you guys have a great time and the weather is coopertive.

8122pbrainard wrote: This reminds me... What's happened to our "Godfather"??

I have talked to him by e-mail....think he may try to make it out. Has been very busy at work I guess and lurks on here...

BuffaloBFN wrote: I guess the CCF guys were 'keepin it Pete'

And what would that be...turtle necks, long sleeves and monograms?

LOL Pete..I try not to I swear..but sometimes I can't help myself..

john

PS to Larry: This works pretty good! Thanks!