+Puppers Posted May 25, 2005 Share Posted May 25, 2005 Some of you were following our thread entitled "Testing the Waters". Well now it's a go! Mark the date, Saturday June 11th! The intent of this event is to unite Geo-Boaters with the Geo-Less-Fortunate to conquer "Goose Island" (GCFE37) and "Edmount Island Cache" (GCG12Y), both of which require water craft to access. We'll be donating a canoe, two paddles, and two life preservers towards the event; we understand through our previous thread that there may actually be a flotilla. Thus, we will be supplying celebration snacks instead of lunch. We'll be at the suggested launching coordinates for Goose Island at 10am, but folks may come at anytime between 10am and noon. We'll volunteer to stay with our canoe until the last needy geocacher that arrives by noon makes his or her way out to the island. Those that have already found the caches are welcome to stop by for snacks and good conversation. Oh, and just one final point - no internal combustion engines please (just oar or electric powered boats are permitted on the lake) and let's make sure this is a SAFE event - a flotation device for every boater! We welcome all! Link to comment
+GO West Posted May 25, 2005 Share Posted May 25, 2005 Well, GO and I will make the trip; 1.1 mi from GO's house. We'll bring a canoe, some gloves and some garbage bags. I am curious to hear from non-finders -- where are these caches on your filter-find pages? They sat on top of my list for a long, long time. Sounds like great fun, and a chance to get the boat in the water for the first time this year. Link to comment
+AnalogDog Posted May 25, 2005 Share Posted May 25, 2005 (edited) I and I will be there. With 12' aluminum boat, and electric motor. And a canoe with 2 paddles. I have but 2 life vests, and I will bring both. I also bow my head, as GC.com shows me as 2.1 miles from the cache. GoWest beats me! Rob Edited May 25, 2005 by AnalogDog Link to comment
+hydnsek Posted May 25, 2005 Share Posted May 25, 2005 Save a life jacket for me! And someone who knows how to steer. Link to comment
+Wienerdog Posted May 25, 2005 Share Posted May 25, 2005 I will be there with my lawn chair and binoculars. Link to comment
+Prying Pandora Posted May 25, 2005 Share Posted May 25, 2005 We'll be there too. Want to finally meet you, Mr. Wienerdog! Link to comment
+Anonymous' Posted May 25, 2005 Share Posted May 25, 2005 We'll probably be there. Gotta check the schedules first. Link to comment
+Allanon Posted June 6, 2005 Share Posted June 6, 2005 Bump...Since this is supposed to happen this Saturday... Still on the plan? Link to comment
+EleriandBlade Posted June 6, 2005 Share Posted June 6, 2005 pencil us in... we'll have to discuss which of us is going, and if we can get a hold of Mousie's life jacket. Link to comment
+Puppers Posted June 6, 2005 Author Share Posted June 6, 2005 Bump...Since this is supposed to happen this Saturday... Still on the plan? Still a go as far as we are concerned! Link to comment
+Right Wing Wacko Posted June 6, 2005 Share Posted June 6, 2005 (edited) I have added this event to the Event page on the new WSGA Forums Page Edited June 6, 2005 by Right Wing Wacko Link to comment
+Recdiver Posted June 6, 2005 Share Posted June 6, 2005 If I can sneak away from family obligations I'll be there. Assuming you got a boat big enough... Link to comment
+hydnsek Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I have added this event to the Event page on the new WSGA Forums Page Well, you finally got me to the new WSGA Forums page, except it doesn't recognize my site login. Do we have to register again for the forums? If so, why doesn't it say 'existing WSGA members must re-register to use these forums" so we know what to do. I'm confused. Link to comment
+Anonymous' Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I hope I can make it, in fact I plan on it. I just have to check with my dad. Link to comment
+WeightMan Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I have added this event to the Event page on the new WSGA Forums Page Well, you finally got me to the new WSGA Forums page, except it doesn't recognize my site login. Do we have to register again for the forums? If so, why doesn't it say 'existing WSGA members must re-register to use these forums" so we know what to do. I'm confused. I think that was in the email to the yahoo group, but you may have missed that. Yes, you do need to register again for the WSGA forum page. Link to comment
+Puppers Posted June 7, 2005 Author Share Posted June 7, 2005 Great news! Sounds like additional life preservers/flotation devices are available from Mrs. P's Dad (who, incidentally, is now on the World Wide Web thanks to our "#1 Dad" TB picture-posting) so we'll be able to provide for more boaters' safety. And as such, we will no longer feel responsible if Hydnsek and LittleBlue tip over our canoe with a boatload of passengers! [] Link to comment
+LittleBlue Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Hey, what are you saying, Puppers? I will try to get a PFD for me this week and the local sporting goods store just in case there's not an extra for me. I can't wait for the float! Link to comment
+Allanon Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Hey LB and Andrew...want to meet somewhere and pool over? It'll be easier for the additional caching we all know we'll be doing before/after the island. Link to comment
+Recdiver Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I'll probably drive down and meet y'll there and I might even follow the Wild Bunch around for a bit. Link to comment
+LandRover Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I will have to miss this one, the honeydo list calls. Sorry I won't be able to drive anyone out to the Island in the Land Rover. Link to comment
+Allanon Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 ...the Wild Bunch... I think I might resemble that remark... Link to comment
MarcusArelius Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I'm going to try to make it. The hovercraft is in the shop so I guess I'm stuck bringing the canoe. Link to comment
+hydnsek Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I'm going to try to make it. The hovercraft is in the shop so I guess I'm stuck bringing the canoe. Mark, you wanna carpool up from our neighborhood? Send me an email and we can arrange. Link to comment
+Recdiver Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Should I bring my dive gear in case I have to go bobbing for GPSrs. I could inflate the drysuit and paddle out on it. Link to comment
+AndrewRJ Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 Hey LB and Andrew...want to meet somewhere and pool over? Sorry guys. I will be there but I have a graduation party to get to right after, so no wild bunching for me. I hope to be done quickly and then get to Issaquah before I am too late. Thanks for the offer though. Link to comment
+CENT5 Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 I will try to get a PFD for me this week and the local sporting goods store just in case there's not an extra for me. I can't wait for the float! I have over 15 PFD's laying around. If Cathy would like to grab a handful after our Friday soiree out Blake Island way, ya'll are welcome to use them. I wouldn't need them back until the end of July as that is my 2 week trip into the San Juans. I'm pretty sure I'll bump into Cathy before then. Sorry I can't join you guy's it looks like fun. Son has a double-header Sat. Have a ball Link to comment
+Prying Pandora Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 I have over 15 PFD's laying around. If Cathy would like to grab a handful after our Friday soiree out Blake Island way, ya'll are welcome to use them. I wouldn't need them back until the end of July as that is my 2 week trip into the San Juans. I'm pretty sure I'll bump into Cathy before then. I'd be happy to! Link to comment
+Right Wing Wacko Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 There are rumors flying around,... ok I'm starting them now.... that there may be several bright shiny new 2005 White Jeeps at this unofficial event. Link to comment
+Allanon Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 There are rumors flying around,... ok I'm starting them now.... that there may be several bright shiny new 2005 White Jeeps at this unofficial event. Link to comment
+globalgirl Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 ...there may be several bright shiny new 2005 White Jeeps at this unofficial event. jimminy cricket - did you say WHIIIIIITE JEEEEEEPS??!!!!! kewl! But more importantly - so are YOU coming RWW??? Sure hope that arm is mending quickly. And meanwhile - yes indeed, count me in - this has been on my calendar from the getgo. Of course I have no floatation device nor bobbing conveyance to contribute, but hey - you did say this caper was expressly for benefit of flotation-challenged waifs, yes? In any case, anybody passing by the U. district, Sand Point? Might this waif bum a lift? Link to comment
+Puppers Posted June 10, 2005 Author Share Posted June 10, 2005 Swung by Dad's tonight and picked up 4 extra life preservers (admittedly 3 are those dorky and bulky orange creations), as well as 2 floatation cushions, which supplements the 2 life preservers we were originally planning on supplying (so LB, no need to buy one!). I also confess, err, to emailing many of the recent finders of our caches about this event, should they not be following the forums. I realize this dilutes our chances of getting one of those coveted white jeeps, but may the best geocacher win! See ya'all on Saturday, remember we are bringing plenty of drinks and snacks for all! Puppers Link to comment
+AnalogDog Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 (edited) Just hooked up the electric's battery on charge tonight, trickle charge. It should be full in the morning. Then all I have to do is get the stuff filling it in the winter out, and its all ours for the trip to and from the island. See ya'll around 9:30. If I don't get an early start, I know ya'll are going to get obnoxious.... Edited June 11, 2005 by AnalogDog Link to comment
+Allanon Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 So, Blue, what time do you want me to pick you up? Link to comment
+LittleBlue Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 So, Blue, what time do you want me to pick you up? These are a crazy 2 weeks at the end of school- I haven't even looked at where and when this is taking place, so you make the call! Link to comment
lucyandrickie Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 We'll be there along with the USS Jolly Rancher and 2 PFDs for who ever wants to use them. Did I hear Frito Pies, Cathy? Link to comment
+Allanon Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 These are a crazy 2 weeks at the end of school- I haven't even looked at where and when this is taking place, so you make the call! The fun starts between 9:30 and 10:00 at Lake Ballinger. How about if I pick you up about 7:30 and we cache our way over do the fun, then cache the way back? Link to comment
+LandRover Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 Yipee, mommy says I can go after all but I can't stay. I have to be back home by noon. Lots to do at home + a Udub graduation party. Will be there a 0930 with Poindexter (5 grandaughter) and 2 PFDs Link to comment
+LittleBlue Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 Sounds good Allanon- see you at 7:30. Link to comment
+Anonymous' Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 Well, it looks like we will be going, weather permitting. Hopefully I'll be able to do some caches before the "event" so I can hit 300 at the event. We have to be home by 1200 also. Link to comment
+Prying Pandora Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 (edited) Did I hear Frito Pies, Cathy? Whoops, not this time. I've had so much going on lately that I can't even think! I am bringing a couple of PFDs from Cent5, though. One is small for your girls, LittleBlue! Edited June 11, 2005 by Phil & Cathy Link to comment
+RamblinGirl Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 HA! This is great! Puppers clued me in and I'll be there! Does anyone remember when that lake got 4ft thick ice on it one year? We skated! Can't wait to meet the faces behind the names. Link to comment
+Anonymous' Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 I reall hope I can convince my dad to go. It looks like it's gonna pour buckets. Link to comment
+Anonymous' Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 I came and conquered the two caches on the island. I also reached #300 on the island. Sorry we couldn't stick around and chat but we had to get home and were running late. Thanks for a fun little mini event Link to comment
+hydnsek Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 Thanks to Puppers for organizing and to Go West for rowing me out. Nice quick morning fun, and great to see everyone. Funny thing about all that rain - I headed back south, and the sun was out over the South Sound! Link to comment
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