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Location: Central Massachusetts | Yes, it's true.. for those of you who aren't up to reading all 12 pages of the other thread... it took us over a year, but we finally have a confirmed plan for a NW OFC get-together!
The gathering will take place Saturday, August 19th, 2006 starting at 1:00pm at gh1's house in Portland, Oregon.
Gh1 will be hosting a bbq, and everybody will be bringing their toys for sharing, learning, and jamming. I'm also going to see if we can get the local Ovation rep to make an appearance.
The following people have expressed an interest in attending. If you aren't on the list and think you might show up, please RSVP in this thread so we can plan accordingly.
gh1, dvd, Mark in Boise, fillhixx, JeffreyD, tdeej, MWoody, Waskel, briwilt, seesquare
Thanks to gh1 and his SWMBO for their generous offer to host the event! Thanks to many others for offering to bring recording equipment and interesting guitars. It should be a lot of fun! See you there! |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Oh and here's some of the hardware that people have mentioned bringing:
gh1 - 2 amps, 1537, 1597, etc.
dvd - 2001 Collector's
Mark in Boise - 1537
JeffreyD - Barbetta 23C combo amp, 1537, W597, Carvin DC400
tdeej - "a few" guitars, usb recording interface
Waskel - Adamas 1581
fillhixx - BR-8 digital recorder, Balladeer, bastardized Thunderhead
I've never seen a breadwinner or deacon in person, so if somebody could bring one of those, I'd love to see one up close. I'd also like to see how a 1624 feels... Waskel, could you bring yours? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Maybe if Tim could swing down in his huge van, he could haul up all our guitars.
We should also get pokeypup and it seemed like there was someone from central Oregon, edensharvest and a few others that haven't posted much lately. |
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Location: closely held secret | David, I could bring the "Resurrected 1624".
I'll likely bring my laptop and Firewire box and do some recording of my own. It's always handy for evidence. Don't worry, I won't let it interfere with my fun.
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Location: Port Angeles, WA | Originally posted by dvd:
Oh and here's some of the hardware that people have mentioned bringing:
gh1 - 2 amps, 1537, 1597, etc.
dvd - 2001 Collector's
Mark in Boise - 1537
JeffreyD - Barbetta 23C combo amp, 1537, W597, Carvin DC400
tdeej - "a few" guitars, usb recording interface
Waskel - Adamas 1581
fillhixx - BR-8 digital recorder, Balladeer, bastardized Thunderhead
In addition to my modest Ovations, I also have a modest Fender Frontman 25 amp I can bring. And I have a mic and 2 mic stands if you think that's necessary.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Sounds like an impressive list of guitars is coming together!
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Location: SoCal | Dave, are you going to this one also? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | With so many 1537s coming and limited hauling space, I may leave mine home and bring the 87, or 1624 or 1614, probably the 87. If I really get ridiculous, I'll bring a trailer to put all my daughter's stuff in and fill the SUV with guitars. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I take it the frown means you were looking forward to me leaving the 1537 with you. I may try to make that work. I'm driving over the 5th alone, but a guitar will fit in the passenger seat. My wife may ride back with me on the 12th or 13th, which means I'd have to leave the guitar somewhere. 1537, 87 Collector's, Folklore, Classic? Your choice. |
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Location: SoCal | Go with the 87.... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | That's what I figured. It sounds like we'll have a plethora of 1537s anyway, but I could leave the 1537 with Waskel and probably squeeze in the 87 when we haul my daughter and her stuff back to college on the 18th. Or leave the 87 or Folklore with Waskel and bring the other in the SUV. |
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Location: closely held secret | Can I decide on the 19th? :) |
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Location: Upper Left USA | It looks possible!
If able to make it I can bring:
Limited 12
C2078LX
1778Lx
Papoose 6
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Diversification is good. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I might be able to fit 2 in the passenger seat of the Boxster and take 3 back in the Pilot. |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Originally posted by MWoody:
It looks possible!
If able to make it I can bring:
Limited 12
C2078LX
1778Lx
Papoose 6
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Diversification is good. DON'T FORGET THE GLUE WOODY...THE G..L..U..E...
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Location: Upper Left USA | On a semi related note, the Unnoficial Tacoma Guitar Fan Club will be invited to the Tacoma Factory on Friday the 18th of August.
I will have to pass up the "Louie Fest" on the 19th (no problem).
LouieFest
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Location: Central Massachusetts | MWoody, define interesting. I may be able to help |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | They'll have to go some to beat the existing world record anyway.
We can confirm that the record for the largest guitar ensemble stands at: On May 7, 1994, a gathering of 1,322 guitarists played Taking Care of Business in unison for 68 mins 40 secs in Robson Square, Vancouver, Canada, in an event organised by Music West of Vancouver, Canada.
Yours sincerely,
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Location: Upper Left USA | Re: interesting hotel - nice enough that my wife will realize how much I care! Motel 6 and hostels don't count.
I am cheap but I have learned what is important. We may be ready for a weekend out of town. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | okay, a couple of options I'll throw out there for you.
"The Urban/NW 23rd Option" --
NW 23rd is a popular shopping district in Northwest Portland.. not too far from where we'll be gathering (15 minutes) --
Hotel: The Inn at Northrup Station My mother-in-law recently stayed at the hotel.. seemed modern, interesting. good location near shopping, nice restaurants.. street car goes right by to connectivity to downtown and elsewhere.
Spa: Dosha -- Dosha has two locations, one downtown near the hotel, and one in the Hawthorne district, not far from the Gh1's. They come highly recommended.
Another Spa option: Rejuvenation Day Spa - a few minutes drive south of downtown (10 minutes-ish) - my wife has been there once and she enjoyed it.
"The Rural Option" --
Hotel & Spa: McMenamin\'s Grand Lodge Hotel & Ruby\'s Spa - McMenamin's is a local brewpub with locations all over town. They like to take over old properties and convert them into interesting places. The Grand Lodge is an old Masonic lodge that has been converted to a hotel, brewpub, theater, spa with soaking pool, frisbee golf course, and who knows what else! It's out at the western edge of the Portland area in Forest Grove, where I live. It's about a 30-35 minute drive to Gh1's if traffic cooperates. 15 minutes to shopping. You're wife can have your car to explore, and I can ferry you to and from the event.
Lots of other options, but just wanted to float those as options. Let me know how I can fine-tune my recommendations.
Other cool destinations in/around Portland for family that would rather be doing something else while we goof off:
Japanese Garden,
Chinese Garden,
Oregon Zoo
Children's Museum
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (including a submarine)
Multnomah Falls / Columbia River Gorge not far east of town.
multiple malls, NO SALES TAX!
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Waskel, took me too long to type it, but.. err, yeah! :) |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | although come to think of it, Kennedy School or Edgefield would work as well. Kennedy School is an old elementary school converted to a hotel in NE Portland. Edgefield is another of their properties at the eastern edge of town.. a converted "poor farm".. see them by following the Grand Lodge URL from above and clicking on "Hotels" |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Stayed at the McMinnimins Edgefield. That was very interesting. Don't know that I would want to be there a day by myself, but very fascinating place.
There is one in downtown portland, I can't remember the name of it, but an old motel that was upgraded in a rather grand style and it was very remarkable and walking distance to all kinds of "weird" and interesting Portland stuff downtown. |
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Location: closely held secret | Any of the McMenamins' would be 'interesting'. And Edgefield's also a brewery and winery. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | The McMenimans on the east side of town is worth a visit. Kind of like staying in a museum, but it's not too close downtown. If SWMBO is into outlet malls, you could stay at the old poor farm, drop her off at the outlet mall in Troutdale on the way in and everybody's happy. |
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Location: Berkeley, CA | Other spots in Portland:
Powell's (the biggest bookstore that will ever be built)
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Location: Upper Left USA | Ooh, Mrs. Woody liked the idea of getting out of Podunk in August. Thanks for the leads on places to stay!
The perfect mix is the Inn, Brewery, Spa. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Can I decide on the 19th?
It looks like Tacoma Factory Tour on Friday and Hillsboro OFC on Saturday.
Trapesing and traversing the Oregon Territory on Sunday. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | excellent! The Hillsboro OFC location didn't stick, we're firmed up on Gh1's house in SE Portland. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Address please?
Whence will I be headed? |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Your PM box is full, so I shot you an email with the address. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | fillhixx, PM sent. Anybody else who needs the address shoot me or Mark a PM as Gh1 is out this week roaming the Oregon desert. Of course, after this week, you can hit him up directly.
I have the name and email address of the local Kaman rep, and I just shot him an invite. It would be very cool if he can make it. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Gee! I feel just like one of the IN crowd now! :D |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Great news, everybody! The local Kaman rep, Ray, is happy to join in on the fun. Thanks Ray, and thanks to John Budny for getting me connected with him. |
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Location: North Idaho | All sounds great. Now the wait...
Anyone have a mandocello? Sure would like to try one. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Tim, do you have the Book back from the shop and will you bring it? Since I have a space problem, people are just going to have to believe that I have all these guitars. Everyone trusts lawyers, right? When you hear me play, you might wonder if I have any guitars. |
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Location: North Idaho | Hope it will be back, Mark. I might be coming thru your way soon. I'll get in touch when we set a date. I would like to see your 99 Collectors. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I back on schedule! (and you didn't even know I was off.)
I have a buddy turning 50 (the baby!) this summer and his wife was threatening to have the party on the 19th. Last night we plied them with curry and beer and got it moved back a week.
My wife's excited about the trip (which guarentees our attendance) and we very much look forward to meeting you all...sorry, y'all.
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Good point on tunes. How do you guys work out collaboration on songs to do together. Never done this sort of thing, being a recluse and all.
If the weather is really nice, however, I may have to change my plans and just bring the Goldwing with the 1537 strapped on the back. I promise I will put my wifes "armor" and a helmet on it. Might have to stick a wig on to just for effect. Rather long-necked lady, but look at those curves. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'll do my best at trying to play along, but I'm more of a recluse than Jeff when it comes to playing guitar. I'm not used to worrying about staying in sync with anyone else, so it will be a challenge for all of us. But after a few beers no one will notice until they play back the tape. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Well, as a bass player I have found myself backing folks with the most interesting senses of timing. And, when backing, it's your job to make the act sound good.
When playing solo, it's true you do tend to follow whatever muse takes your head. "We'll end that one there then!"(quote from a previous band)
But I was thinking of swapping a few cassettes (!?!?) and lyric/chord charts so we could play a few tunes together-ish. ;) If one person plays rythme while another does lead noodles, you can't really step on each others notes much...then there's the bass that holds it all together. That's my story anyway... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | You can be in charge of figuring out how to blend in a fingerpicking soloist who doesn't know what chords he's playing and has no sense of timing and can't remember lyrics. Actually, I probably can strum a little melody and can sing as long as the words are printed really big.
If anyone can play Maury to my Jim Croce, we could probably to 5 or 6 of those. I'll try to resurrect all my Eagles stuff. Those were pretty easy. Please remember that I dropped out of the guitar scene for the 80s and 90s. |
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Location: closely held secret | Well, if you'd been at the Tour you would have seen, Jeff. Dave, Cliff, Brad, Temp, Moody, Keller doing 2 songs I don't know the name of. Me, JeffW, Schroeder and Weaser doing Moondance. It's hard to get together to practice, let alone across two continents and 8 time zones.
Jeff, I admire your pluck, carrying a case on your bike that far. Watch the crosswinds in the gorge, buddy. We're taking a 3 bike + spouse trip to Lincoln City on Sunday.
Fill, I am interested, just a little busy this weekend. I'll get back to you on it on Monday, ok? |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Gee....maybe instead I need to bring the pickup and load up the Bass and amp, the electronic drums...no, with this group, it would have to be the vintage Ludwig black pearls, and and and ....OH NO, TELL THEM TO BE QUIET...TELL THE VOICES TO BE QUIET!!!!!!! So many toys, so few limbs. Thank the Lord for multi-track. Now if there was only a little talen with all this desire. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Nah....snare, kick, and a hi hat should be enough. Or just a Djembe! I'll probable bring some small percussion, nothing that looks weaponized, you understand...and my brushes. Not that I know how to use them.
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
gh1 better get back before you guys have his house and yard all filled up. Ok then, good timing it seems, i'm back -- dried out, baked actually, relaxed, and still married! A successful trip in all.
Don't worry about filling up the house -- i guess we'll just make room and figure it out as we go. At this point, the more the merrier i say.
After reading this thread, our event looks to be building nicely. I did not see any hanging questions that need answered, but if i missed any please repost it and i'll get it answered. PM is available now for contact info if other's haven't stepped up and provided it -- please feel free to share that within the group.
Also, all you finger-picking stylists -- bring your tabs :)
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Work???? What do you mean work???? If I have to work at playing guitar, I am giving it up......
I am very content in my mediocrity thank you very much, and will marvel at everyone elses prowess on the fretboard without feeling the least bit challenged to a higher level.
In other words.....I am a peace with myself on my playing abilities.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I thought I was getting pretty good at a couple of songs until Stephent28 sent me some instructions on Jim Croce songs. I have a lot of work to do, but it's the type I enjoy. Probably more than I like working on my golf game. |
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Location: Tennessee | Ahhh ... anybody mind if a Californian drops in (I promise to head back to California after the festivities). ;) I've decided to retire from my current employment ... the 8/15 is my official last day. Would be a good time to load a couple of guitars in the back of the C4S, head across the Golden Gate and drive 1 up to Portland. I could bring the Josh White and maybe the CL12. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Anybody who knows the secret OFC handshake is welcome! Err, wait a minute.. I don't know the handshake myself. Guess you're in! Like Gh1 said, the more the merrier. I think we're up to 13. |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by dvd:
.... Guess you're in! Like Gh1 said, the more the merrier. I think we're up to 13. Yep, ok by me -- even if you are from the land of fruits and nuts. ;) Come on up!
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Stoney, I think they took the sign down on the border in the 70s. We tried to borrow it, but couldn't find it. Too bad you can't come up a few days earlier and catch the Porsche Parade.
Jeff, the thing I miss most about the 911s I had was the fake back seats. I cut off the bottom of a booster seat and hauled the girls around as they were growing up. Then the fold down bench back there was great for hauling stuff on trips. Neither of the Boxster trunks will hold a guitar, at least if it's in the case. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Although it's not definite, she said she would like to come. Then I'll have a designated driver. We have lots of logistics to work out yet. Don't even attempt to draft a release. The only way I couldn't figure out a way to get around it is if I drafted it myself.
Has anyone attempted to contact Pokeypup, MisterGolf, edensharverst or a few others in the area to see if they are interested? I noticed that you can search profiles by location and possibly could pm or email them as a group.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It's not an offensive story to anyone but me. My daughter's probably heard it, so I'll tell it whether she's there or not. All I need is a Molson or other Canadian beer or maybe just a Canadian to remind me. On second thought, skip the Canadian and just supply the beer. |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
..... All I need is a Molson or other Canadian beer or maybe just a Canadian to remind me. On second thought, skip the Canadian and just supply the beer. Consider it done!
Your daughters presence may even help provide an element of decorum through restraint, that by the end of the night we may appreciate, or more probably, the next morning. ;)
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Location: Central Massachusetts | I figured the occasional unintentional, of course! bump of this topic to the top of the list should catch any stragglers who might want to join in. But we've certainly got a quorem and we don't want to have to rent an ampitheatre, so I wasn't going to beat the bushes too much.
If people are planning on bringing spouses/offspring/guests, please speak up so we don't surprise Gh1 or his wife too much, and so we don't run out of supplies before we run out of energy. :) |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
All I need is a Molson or other Canadian beer or maybe just a Canadian to remind me. I think that's fillhixx's cue. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Hey guys - glad to hear about the clan meeting...
I'd love to come, but Saturdays for me are just about impossible during the summer (darn day job :D ). Major bummer, as I should be getting my C759LX-Koa by then... :( If something miraculous happens in the next few days, I'll be sure to let you know.
Just to keep up, we've moved, and now live about two minutes from the greatest bed of depravity and social illness in Washington (yes, we're in the capital). When I start getting more than four hours of sleep again I'll get back in the chat... |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by Waskel:
I think that's fillhixx's cue. Yeah, yeah...I got it. :rolleyes:
I've been on the road (sales, not music :( ) so haven't been keeping up on the gossip.
Will bring a small (?) assortment of canadian beers. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Remind me to tell the Canadian beer story before I have too many, or I'll forget it.
I'll actually have to watch myself. Mom's birthday party is that evening. It may be over in time to head back to gh1's. I don't expect the 80 year olds to go too late into the night. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Do you have favourite Canadian beers? Or should I just try and surprise you?
Have you tried Maudite? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Although I appreciate the thought, don't do anything special for me. I'm not at all fussy when it comes to beer. The Maudite looks like it's a lot more potent than what I usually drink. My tastes in beer were probably ruined from the start. I lived in Kansas, where we had to drink "3.2" beer until we turned 21. Coors was the local favorite.
Besides all that, I really need to watch my consumption. The plan is formulating that I will play and sing for my Mom's 80th birthday party that evening. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | It's still weaker than wine...but okay.
After your Canadian beer story, I'll tell the one about the three Americans who tried to drink an Englishman & I under the table in New Paltz, NY.
Using American beer! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I had lots of beer drinking stories, but age has dulled the memory and I'd rather not have my daughter hear some of them. She's a much better kid than I was. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | MWoody, did you ever get your lodging and spa stuff sorted out? What did you decide? Anybody else need any advice or pointers on lodging or things to do? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Yeah, I'd like something pretty close to the event, in case we end up cabbing it. (though wife is >usually< a pretty good, and willing, DD. and this would be a qualifying event.) |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Nope, I am in limbo.
On Aug 18 is the Tacoma factory Tour. On the 19th is the OFC gathering and the Ollala Bluegrass Festival - both of which don't hold a lot of excitement for my Wife (I became an over-zealous Ovation Fan later in life!). I need to see if a weekend devoted to what I want to do is the right thing to do.
That and what needs to be fixed around the house. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Suggestion:
I might still drive down Saturday evening (I'd be getting to Portland at about 7:00pm), if the event is going late in to the night. I'm wondering, though, how many people might be up for a breakfast get-together the next morning (Sunday). For me at least it would further justify driving down for part of the evening on Saturday...
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by edensharvest:
Suggestion:
..... how many people might be up for a breakfast get-together the next morning (Sunday). For me at least it would further justify driving down for part of the evening on Saturday...
What do you guys think? What do you have in mind; just meeting up at some restaurant or something else?
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Location: Upper Left USA | Is there a Lenny's in OR? |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | I dunno...some continuation of festivities for all us junkies. :D
We could do a breakfast "hang out" at a restaurant, or a park (weather permitting), coffee shop...?
Since a whole bunch of us will be driving at least a little bit to get there, why not make more of a weekend out of it?
Mike, I do believe there are Lenny's in OR, but that is actually where Shari's originated, so it might be sacriligious to eat elsewhere. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Yeah, I could do breakfast before we 'frappe la rue' and head north. Might be able to play but the voice (allegedly my strong suit... :rolleyes: ) is unavailable at early hours...except for a Leonard Cohenesque bark. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Ask Edensharvest to bring some of that Chocolate Mint bread or the Apple-Cinnamon Struedel stuff.
Someone else bring the premoistened hand wipes! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Edensharvest; Please bring the Apple-Cinnamon Struedel stuff. I'm jonesing and I've never even tried yours yet...!
"Someone else bring the premoistened hand wipes!"
Never leave home without 'em. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | 
Here you go! |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Cute, Mike, and to think that I wasn't going to make a company pitch here... :D
Bringing bread is no problem - I can probably snag a few loaves and some cinnamon rolls, but I think that most restaurants might object to us bringing them in and asking for plates and forks. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | But Fillhix had the munchies? |
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Location: PDX | edensharvest: in addition to that bread, see if you have room to bring your NEW 1624, i'd really like a chance to play that guitar. Nice score. :)
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Knew somebody was watching that one. I'm close to the edge now with SWMBO - I also just picked up the EA68 that Dan Schafer had for sale...just too good of a deal and all that...
I think that I can fit the 1624, EA68, 1271, 1718, 1881, and the C759LX I custom ordered (assuming I have it by that point) in my car, along with my little Marshall and some pedals. Oh, and bread, of course. :D
I guess I'm committed now. If I can't get there until 7:00pm on Saturday, am I going to miss everything anyway?
Oh, and BTW, where is everyone staying? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | "close to the edge now with SWMBO"
What edge? I hope you tied that bungy good and tight!
Finally, I get to visit you and play some diverse guitars and get GAS! I feel somewhat successful in my planting the seeds.
But it is because of this Website that they grew! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I have no idea where we're staying, but the wife and I often make these things up as we go along. (Holidays involve getting off the plane in Mexico and looking for a place to sleep...or a bus)
7PM Sat? You may have to slam 2 beer so we don't look stupid... :rolleyes: or is that ugly? |
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Location: Anchorage, Alaska | My wife just "found" her long lost father living in Rainer, Oregon and suggested we make a weekend trip from Alaska to go down and visit that weekend. How far away is the OFC gathering to Rainer? Maybe I can make a side trip. That would be very cool... |
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Location: Nr. Portland, OR | Hi All,
I'm new to the Ovation family -- well, I will be next week when my 6751 Std Balladeer 12-String arrives from Elderly. Anyway, I'm just over the water near the 'couv (the WA 'couv, not the BC 'couv), so it sounds like it could be fun to join y'all. A few Qs:
1. How do I get the address details?
2. Are you all smokin pickers? Will my feeble strummin make me want to hide in the corner and cry in my beer(s)
3. If I come, what should I bring - apart from the 12Str, I could bring a Behringer Accusonic 1000 (nice but huge 'coffee shop' type amp) and some really cool Ukes. Or should I leave all that at home?
4. Are you PBR or IPA guys?
5. Do these jeans make my butt look big?
Cheers, 'veg
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Location: NJ | Welcome to th'tub . . .
Can't help w/the NW Gathering ?'s, but I DO have some old friends that live in 'Couv . . .
By any chance, would you know any of the "Hagan" boys (Doug, Bob, or Roger)?? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by fatveg:
1. How do I get the address details?
(gh1 or his serving minions will likely PM you)
2. Are you all smokin pickers? Will my feeble strummin make me want to hide in the corner and cry in my beer(s)
(No, but beer will likely be consumed anyway)
3. If I come, what should I bring - apart from the 12Str, I could bring a Behringer Accusonic 1000 (nice but huge 'coffee shop' type amp) and some really cool Ukes.
(y'can't have too many ukeleles IMNSHO. amplification may be provided...?)
4. Are you PBR or IPA guys?
(IPA but flexible and open)
5. Do these jeans make my butt look big?
(if you have to ask, you know the answer) PS: up here no one would understand "the 'couv". It's pronounced Vang-couver. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | In maybe random order:
Edensharvest--sorry I may miss you if you don't get there till 7. My Mom's 80th birthday party starts at 6 over in Hillsboro. No offense, but I wasn't too worried about not meeting you until I saw the haul of guitars you're bringing.
AFG (Ron), Rainier is probably 50 miles from Portland between Portland and Astoria. Anyway, that's too close to miss. If you're flying, you'll be really close to gh1's house if you land at Portland or really, really close to my family if you take a small plane into Hillsboro. See you could have delivered the Ute to me.
Fatveg--do an email or private message to gh1 for his address. If you don't get a response, let me know and I'll find it and send it to you. It's on Yamhill, which is just a little on the east side of the river, straight across from downtown. So it's a very central location for the Portland area. I just met Waskel and listened to him play. You won't feel embarassed by your playing once you hear me. I'm a hacker just like my golf game. |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Rainier is a very small town on the Oregon side of the Columbia River about 45 miles NW of Portland. It's actually across the river from Longview, and if my memory is correct (motorcycle trip from last summer), you can travel up (or down) I-5, cut off at Longview and cross an very long/tall bridge that will drop you nearly square into Rainier. Then you can either go back to I-5 or simply follow Hwy 30 back into the Portland area.
Very close in Alaska terms. And no airplane required from Rainier to Portland....lots of roads. ;-) |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by JeffreyD:
you can travel up (or down) I-5, cut off at Longview and cross an very long/tall bridge that will drop you nearly square into Rainier. Then you can either go back to I-5 or simply follow Hwy 30 back into the Portland area.
Very close in Alaska terms. And no airplane required from Rainier to Portland....lots of roads. ;-) yes -- from Rainier cross the river and take I-5, it is much quicker, i think the speed limit in WA is 70 mph. Hwy 30 is a two lane hwy that runs through a few small towns which slows you down.
fatveg: I sent you a reply to your PM with contact info. The logistics to some of your other questions are not worked out yet, but definately bring your instruments -- i think we'll have enough amps. But if someone pipes up and wants to hear your Behringer Accusonic 1000, well, then bring that too.
I'm pretty sure we will represent a broad spectrum of guitar playing abilities, even still, nothing wrong with hiding in the corner and drinking beer ;)
I drink both IPA and PBR, but on August afternoons -- probably PBR.
No comment on your butt .....
Aug 19th
gh1's house
starting around 1:00pm
(you outta towners travelling long distances, just show up whenever, early is fine, i'll just put you to work :) )
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Location: Anchorage, Alaska | Well that's plenty close for me (Rainier-Portland). If we can get out of here and make the trip to Rainier, I will take a side trip to the gathering.
Mark - Yea sure... Like you could have, or would have wanted to wait until then for the UTE.
I won't know for another week or so if we are going to be able to go. I'll let you know to add me to the list or not when I know for sure. Take Care All. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Sounds like we have a full gathering coming along here. gh1, put me on the list, and I'll let you know if something comes up unexpected.
I may have missed it, but does anyone coming have a 47RI? |
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Location: Nr. Portland, OR | Originally posted by cliff:
By any chance, would you know any of the "Hagan" boys (Doug, Bob, or Roger)?? Cliff -- No, don't know them, but if they're fun... I'm not originally from round here (as you can probably tell by the accent).
gh1 -- thanks for the info, I plan to be there
I'll leave the amp at home unless anyone specifically requests to play with it. I got the model number wrong, it's a Behringer Ultracoustic ACX1000 -- big and heavy, a little noisy but great sounding.
Looking forward to seeing you all
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I just met Waskel and listened to him play. You won't feel embarassed by your playing once you hear me. I'm trying really hard to understand what these two statements have to do with each other... |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by Waskel:
I'm trying really hard to understand what these two statements have to do with each other... [/QB] I'm glad you asked. Probalby Molson incduced -- almost any words can be incomprehensibly strung together in that state. i know from experience. :) Can't wait to hear Mark's Canadian beer story.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Waskel, you didn't hear me playing anything did you? Either you sounded awfully good or I sound awfully bad. I may take gh1's advice and sit in the corner and drink beer. I've only been playing for about a year. The problem is I started 35 years ago. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Waskel, you didn't hear me playing anything did you? Either you sounded awfully good or I sound awfully bad. I may take gh1's advice and sit in the corner and drink beer. I've only been playing for about a year. The problem is I started 35 years ago. |
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Location: closely held secret | Stop repeating yourself. You didn't play anything because I didn't give you a chance. I hogged the whole time checking out your guitars.
After you dropped me at the bus station, I slapped myself in the head and said "Stupid! You should have had him play Classical Gas!!!".
The mexicans standing around were pretty amused.
By the way, I made it home with no problems. Thanks for your help. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'll give it a try on your 1624 on August 19. I still screw up one part most every time. It's the part where the orchestra would cover me if I had one. It was a pleasure meeting you and I played your CD on the way up and back from McCall. Really enjoyed it. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | At this year's OFc Tour I met up with Waskel in the Lobby following the Red-eye flight and we traded some tunes. He is flexible and willing to follow where you lead.
Kept up with the poor man's version of Take Five until I took it to 4/4...
August 19th is looking promising! |
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Location: closely held secret | Thanks, guys.
Mike, it was a lot of fun playing with you in CT. Too bad we both had to travel across the country to find time to sit down and play together (while trying to overcome sleep deprivation). Hope you can make it.
Mark, I also enjoyed meeting you finally, and your wife (hope I didn't mess up her exercise schedule too much). It was a wonderful break in a very long hot weekend journey, and a fun ride in the Boxer. Thanks again for that.
You've got a very nice selection of geetars! Great 1537! Everytime I play one of these I'm amazed that they all sound so different, yet they all sound fantastic. To me they're the perfect example of the 'Ovation' sound. Bright and warm at the same time.
I'm now home and excessively happy with my new bike. My only regret is that between getting up to leave for PDX at 2:30 am and not getting out of Twin Falls until 4pm, I wasn't able to make it to Hermiston to visit and spend the night with Jeff. I look forward to meeting him at NWOFC.
Fillhixx - have you talked your wife into going fabric shopping yet? Mine will be very disappointed if she doesn't get to participate in that! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I make no promises for my wife and get in less trouble that way. If anyone knows the way to the nearest fabric stores, she will likely be unstopable.
On playing, I must admit, I almost never 'jam' per se. I play backup when asked and will try to follow anything. (though HATE Andrew Lloyd Webber after playing his personally arranged excerps from Cats) For the most part I play obscure originals, my own and others. Mostly country/rock/folk flavoured.
Will bring my no-name bass to hold down the bottom end and some small percussion....watever fits around the beer :cool: |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I didn't recognize anything Waskel played at my house, either. Then he told me it was original. This could be an interesting jam if everyone except me does his or her own compositions. I don't know much of anything more recent than the 70's. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | No worry, I have been plagarizing the heck out of everything for the last 35 years!
Funny how songs from the Cat Steven's Easy Book come out once you start playing. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I didn't recognize anything Waskel played at my house, either. Then he told me it was original. This could be an interesting jam if everyone except me does his or her own compositions. I don't know much of anything more recent than the 70's. Yeah, I tend to do that when trying out OPG's. I like to hear how things familiar to my ears sound on new instruments.
Mark, I'll play oldies with you anytime. I don't get a lot of opportunities to sit down and play with other guitarists, but my hands remember many songs my brain has forgotten. And if I don't know it, I'll catch up with you within a few measures. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | How about if the old guys get there early, so you can show me some stuff from the 60s and 70s and then I'll have to leave before we get to the 80s. I would love to come back after my mom's birthday party, but I'll bet by then it would be into the punk rock phase and the neighbors will be calling the cops.
Cat Stevens would be fine. I used to know a few of his, so maybe my fingers will remember, but I doubt it. If I learn one "new" oldie, it will be more than worth it. |
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Location: Anchorage, Alaska | I guess tht's why I play so much Folk music. Hardly ever play it the same way twice... |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Whats this Old Guy @#$^!%?
Which Barney did you you grow up with?
Sheesh. :p |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Barney Rubble... knew him when he was single.
Maybe a list of songs we'll be murdering would be in order? eg:
Perfect - Fairground Attraction: E A B Dbm (&1 Abm)
Hungry Heart - B. Springsteen: C Am F G
Lone Palm - Buffet: G (and too many more to list)
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I grew up with Barney Rubble, too. Then there was Barney Miller. My kids were too old for the purple dinosaur thing.
I don't recognize any of fillhixx's songs, though. The Boss is my wife. And what are those letters after the songs? Knowing what key something is in doesn't mean that I know what chords to play. Maybe this is why nobody ever invites me to a jam session. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Knowing what key something is in doesn't mean that I know what chords to play. Maybe this is why nobody ever invites me to a jam session. Not true. This is why nobody ever invites you back. :p |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | All you need to know for every song ever written is C, F, and G...add Am if you wanna sound fancy or romantic. I will demonstrate this theory at the gathering if requested....any song, you name it, CF&G. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I was told those were the Country Western chords. They didn't work when I was trying to learn Stairway to Heaven. By the way, what are the chords in the middle of that song? Then you guys can teach me the solo and I'll have finished learning a song I started in 1973. |
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Location: Nr. Portland, OR | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I didn't recognize anything Waskel played at my house, either. So, if you guys see that not recognizing anything someone plays as a sign of a good guitarist, then you'll think I'm good...
...of course, the difference is I'll be trying to play things you'd otherwise recognize...
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Location: PDX | Looks like we'll have two groups at the Gathering -- musicians and beer drinkers messing around with guitars. I'll be hanging with the latter, but listening to the former.
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Are we going BYOB, or does that depend on which of the two groups we fall into?
Seriously, though, should we bring goodies of any type (other than the aforementioned bread I've been required to supply). |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by edensharvest:
Are we going BYOB, or does that depend on which of the two groups we fall into?
Seriously, though, should we bring goodies of any type (other than the aforementioned bread I've been required to supply). Heck, i don't know. Seriously.
For beverages -- yeah, bring those to share -- mix and match style. I'll have a big a$$ cooler full of ice we can stash 'em in. I'll get some cases of PBR, soda, and water, and at least a few Molsons for Mark.
For food -- well, at first i thought i'd just grill up some wings, and kabobs, put together a couple of salads and call it good. But that was back when i thought there would be about seven to ten. As it grows, and that's a good thing, i'm not sure i could keep up.
Let's wait until we get a better idea of the head count. I'm thinking by the 7th of August most folks will know if they can make or not, and we can take a poll. Even if there are a couple still on the fence i doubt that will effect any planning. From there we might be in a better postion to formulate a plan.
Anyway, that's my thinking on it at this point.
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Location: Upper Left USA | Put me down for napkins...
... which Holiday do you prefer? I can get a discount! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by MWoody:
... which Holiday do you prefer? Bachanal!
Really, food's not that big an issue. Our gang does dinner every Tuesday...if it gets that big, everyone just brings one dish that feeds two and you have twice as much food as you need! (Host supplies nachoes and dip, just to avoid 14 of the same thing)
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Location: Spain | Mark I know how to play the middle section of "stairway" but couldn't really put it into words SWMBO won't let me come to the northwest gathering (no sense of prioritys )so hopefully some kind considerate person at the gathering will show you . I really wish I could come !!! |
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Location: Nr. Portland, OR | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Everyone brings a protien (meat) to be cooked on the barbie.
I'll ritually slaughter some Tofu...
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | YUCK! Vegetarian; Indian word for 'bad hunter."
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If my daughter shows, she'll help fatveg with some of that tofu crap. I'll do fine on beer and chips. I miss the parties where a bunch of guys just brought whatever was handy. Once we got married the parties all had to have some theme and there was more food than drink. Nothing more boring than a Mormon party. I'll pick up something on the way over or I'll grab a bunch of leftovers from Mom's 80th if I make it back later. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Okay, we're getting closer!
So, here's the attendee list so far.. please post here if you plan on attending but you aren't on this list. Or if you're on this list but are going to bail on us. :) Thanks!...
gh1 (host),
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fillhixx,
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JeffreyD,
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briwilt,
tdeej,
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fatveg,
Alaskan Fly Guy,
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miles (unlikely),
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | DVD, taking Harry Truman's advice?
On other fronts, just procured a '76 Pacemaker. Bordered on larceny, too. Restrung with Elixir Nanowebs. Suh-weet. |
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"If the mountain goes, I'm going with it."
I can't post the link (won't take) but Wikopedia has a good Story on Harry Truman. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | My wife and I were just discussing this weekend how I could fit 2 guitars in the Boxster. I'm thinking I might be able to do 3. Will report back after further research. The Porsche Club people will think I'm nuts, but most of them know I am. |
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Location: Tennessee | Mark: C4S ... three guitars, one passenger and an overnight bag. There is no substitute. :) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Neither of the 2 trunks in the Boxster will hold a guitar in the case, so I'm going with 2 or 3 guitars as the passenger and a week's worth of our stuff. If my wife takes her stuff on the plane, I'll have 2 mostly empty trunks. |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Neither of the 2 trunks in the Boxster will hold a guitar in the case, so I'm going with 2 or 3 guitars as the passenger and a week's worth of our stuff. If my wife takes her stuff on the plane, I'll have 2 mostly empty trunks. OK, i've got my request in for the UTE, the 1624, and the 1614. :) Of course that depends on what you pick-up before the Gathering.
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Location: closely held secret | I'll bring a 1624. It's not as pretty as Mark's, but for being previously beheaded it has a lot of character. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | My gits will be humbled by the company they'll be keeping. But play on heartily none the less.
Waskel, does your wife have a list of fabric store addresses? And what's the traffic/driving like in this town?
Remember, I'll/we'll be in a foreign (and hostile) land...not knowing the local customs and such we're likely to say something in 'Canadian' that gets us sent to Gitmo! |
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Location: closely held secret | I'll put together a list of easy to find stores in the southeast area, with maps. Driving around southeast isn't too bad, it's a pretty straightforward grid layout, with strategically placed main streets.
Don't worry about being a foreigner - Portland is getting to the point of Americans being the minority... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I was thinking the Ute, 1537 and 87. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Mark, go with that. Either Waskel or I can bring a 1624, so that should be no problem. I'm driving my Sable, which will hold at least 4 guitars in the trunk, two in the backseat with my Marshall, and one or two more in the front. Definitely bring the Ute - hopefully I won't miss you on this trip, as I'd love to try one.
On another note, would anyone be interested in playing a newly-refurbished 1869? I just got mine back from the mothership in near PERFECT condition, and could hold off selling it long enough to bring it down in August.
I'm thinking for sure to bring:
1624 Country Artist
1881 Adamas II
1718 Elite
EA68 Viper
1271 Viper solid
C759LX (hopefully)
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I was thinking the Ute, 1537 and 87. Funny, that's what I was thinking too. I'll bring the 1581, 1624 and 1759. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | If it works out for me I'll bring a couple of Vipers, a Limited 12, a C2078LX 12 and an Elite LX. Papooses?
A Fender acoustasonic and a mic.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | But then there's...Oh, never mind. If I could convince my daughter that she didn't need to take any of her stuff to college, I could fit the whole bunch in the Pilot. Tdeej should bring his 1763 and Book at least. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | "There's always room for one more..." |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Where's the adult supervision for the this fiasco? Fiasco?
This is going to be a blast. I mean, how often can a group of guys get together and have a serious discussion about their nails?
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | No WAY! I'm telling you all how many I nailed!
Ask my wife. |
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Keep in mind that we're leaving it YOUR capable hands to organize a sizeable NW contingency to come to CT next Spring . . . |
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Location: closely held secret | Hey! I'm the only reason there were 2 there this year! 
But sadly, won't be able to make it next year. That money is sitting out in the parking lot.  |
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Location: NJ | ". . But sadly, won't be able to make it next year . ."
Exactly.
That's why I'm assigning the task to Woody.
". . There is nothing like having "Greatness" thrust upon one . ."
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Location: Upper Left USA | Hey, Oregonian OFCer's! Here's the least you can do for me!
I lost the address of the OFC getogether and besides needing it how about some direction on a B&B, Natural Wonder or cool place to stay Fri-Sat night.
Please leave out anyplace that starts or ends with "fast eddy's", "Last Chance" or "Casino".
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | We, as a nation, have much to learn about our little neighbor to the north.
Woodster, Think 'Krispy Kreme' or 'Dunkin Donuts'
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gh1 (host),
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Mark in Boise,
Mark's daughter (maybe),
fillhixx,
MWoody,
JeffreyD,
Waskel,
briwilt,
tdeej,
seesquare,
stonebobbo,
fatveg,
Alaskan Fly Guy,
edensharvest (evening arrival),
miles (unlikely),
Ray - Kaman Rep
72tour (maybe)
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Location: Boise, Idaho | My daughter is definitely planning on it. Even though she is sort of anticipating a bunch of beer drinking geezers, she knows we'll have some cool guitars. We are looking forward to it. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Hey! Certain parts of my act are very popular with the college crowd!
Ever seen Maclean & Maclean ? |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Originally posted by Tupperware:
Come on Cliffy, tell 'em how it's done. It's measured by G.S.P. EXIT NUMBER !!!
Dave (102) Ok, I'll ask the stupid question - what's "GSP?" |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by edensharvest:
Ok, I'll ask the stupid question - what's "GSP?" Never been to New Jersey ???
I was raised at 102
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Saw my first Ovation in concert at 114
Went to college at 131
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Location: gods country..west virginia | thanks for the email woody |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Okay, but the most important thing is...what's the menu? What do we (I) bring?
...'course, I was gonna focus mainly on the beer.
What Canadian brands can/can't y'all access?
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to the tune of Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey
Beee-eeeers across the border (border)
Beee-eeers across the line |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Don't know. Can't access them. Anything that isn't a national brand might be nice. I'm easy and there are plenty of good brews right in the Portland area. Besides the metric beer story, I'll tell you the one about my relatives trying to get a boat load of beer across the border. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | I must confess to not being much of a beer drinker...I'll probably substitute with a cooler of Smirnoff Ice and Mike's Lime instead, unless anyone wants to bring down the stuff from Canada that actually has alcohol in it. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Well, that's what I'm trying to find out! No point in bringing Rickard's Red, or Sleemans Fine Porter only to hear, "Cool! I brought that too!"
How about Okangan Springs? Kokanee? Big Rock Brewery? Unibroue? These are all smaller brewers, though many have sold controlling interest to large companies,(sigh) some retain their original flavours.
Unibroue is the most interesting of the lot, they do in bottle fermentation for finishing carbonation so their product has bottle residue just like homebrew. It does not travel all the well for this reason, however they do manage to get some flavours to BC all the way from Quebec.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by edensharvest:
I must confess to not being much of a beer drinker... My favourite kind of date! :D Good! YOU drive! |
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Location: gods country..west virginia | yuengling is a pretty good beer if you prefer the darker stuff,it has a pretty high alcohol content too, i have a friend thats in the usmc,he was stationd at camp pendelton,he brought some beer back from ca. called argoant bastard it was ok. i prefer guinness tho...thats my 2cts. |
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Check out the Beers! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I think the Kokanee is readily available in the area, but never heard of the others. I've almost never met a beer I didn't like. |
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Location: gods country..west virginia | any thing except budwiser....... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Snobs. My regular beer is Bud Light. I save the good stuff for company. The Mexican restaurant where my daughter works thinks my regular beer is Negro Modelo, but they keep better track than I do. The only beer I ever had to pour out was something Kilt Lifter. I hope it was just a bad batch. The only other explanation is that some drunk Scot pissed in the bottle and they thought it still had enough alcohol content to call it beer and sell it. |
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Location: gods country..west virginia | i like amber to dark beer personaly |
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Location: N.J. | Originally posted by Tupperware:
Originally posted by edensharvest:
Ok, I'll ask the stupid question - what's "GSP?" Never been to New Jersey ???
I was raised at 102
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Saw my first Ovation in concert at 114
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Yup McGee you nailed it.
Although I think 105 might not be correct. I got my first Ovation at Red Bank Music, but not the main store in Red Bank. They had a little second shop in Neptune in the Acme Plaza on Rt.35 right in front of 2-Guys.
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Houston, we have a problem... :eek: :eek: :eek:
Am I the first one to catch the fact that August 13th is a Sunday, not Saturday? If everyone is truly getting together Saturday afternoon, that would be the 12th...right? :confused: |
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Location: gods country..west virginia | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Johnny, if you're going to give opinions on what kind of beer we should have, you'll have to show up! i'd love to come im trying to talk the old lady in to taking a few days off of work and going. one can only pray |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Originally posted by edensharvest:
Houston, we have a problem... :eek: :eek: :eek:
Am I the first one to catch the fact that August 13th is a Sunday, not Saturday? If everyone is truly getting together Saturday afternoon, that would be the 12th...right? :confused: err... shindig is Saturday, August 19th. You're off by a week. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | He's been working way too hard lately.
I believe that Thanksgiving will fall on a Thursday this year as well! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | So you talk a good game about this Canadian beer fetish...but when push comes to guzzle...? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Well, not ex-actly. But this "I think I hear my mother calling," thing sparks my bad side.
Mark, bring your mothers birth certificate or I just won't believe this is one of those..."Honey, are you feeling alright?"...kind of excuses to bail if we all look too dangerous! ;) Or boring... :rolleyes:
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Go back 15 pages or maybe to the other thread where I started talking about this gathering a year ago. I've been talking about the conflict with my mom's birthday party for quite awhile. Her birthday isn't really till September 3, but we had too many other relative that couldn't do it over Labor Day.
How about if you all come over to the Orenco Elks lodge and help celebrate her birthday? I tried to work that, too, but it didn't pan out. I can hold my own on the beer drinking, maybe even with a Canadian, but I do need to be able to get back to Hillsboro (my daughter might be the designated driver) and be able to play and sing a simple song for her. Maybe I should practice a little while drinking beer. Oh, wait. That's how I always practice. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | And I'm not too worried about you all looking too dangerous. Boring, maybe, at least before the beer. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Mark, it looks like we'll miss for sure on this trip. Bummer too, 'cause I was looking forward to trying out the Ute (like you said before, it's not the company I'm going for either :D ).
Now that I have my calendar correct, I should be all set. Still no word on exact date for my custom 12, but I'm still hoping. I will have a Tacoma Roadking dreadnought-style 6-string to bring along, just for kicks. After all, even in the OFC, if it's a Northwest get-together, a Tacoma should be welcome...right? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Oh, that reminds me! Will anyone be bringing a solidbody Viper? I think I want one of these, but of course...y'can't really know until you play it, right?
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Location: closely held secret | I will... now!
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | co-ol!
or is that kule?
Woody, was it you who had a twelve string you wanted an interesting trade for? How much beer is it worth? :D
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(Mark, you know I was just tweaking you...) [/QB] Mark will be okay....he just noted your objection and reverted to attorney mode, filing his counter-claim and oral arguments establishing the precedance whereby his alibi was originally set forth heretofor and forthwith yadda yadda, to set up for a motion for dismissal without prejudice...or something like that... :D |
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Location: PDX | Ok:
I did a bit of research and here it is:
For a funky, hip place to stay at reasonable rates: it's the Jupiter Hotel. Be sure to request a room in the "quiet zone", there is a hipster bar (Doug Fir) associated with it that goes until the wee hours. It is on Burnside - East Side and about 5-10 mins from the Gathering.
Here is a listing of fabric shops. However one of the best, so i'm told, The Whole Nine Yards, is no longer at the location listed. It is instead now on Burnside East Side too. About a half a mile away from the Jupiter Hotel.
OK then, i hope that is useful.
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Location: closely held secret | I've heard good things about the Jupiter, though I don't get down on East Burnside much. Supposed to be a very cool renovation. That part of town has changed a lot since my high school days.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Unfortunately, the Jupiter appears to be fully booked for the week surrounding the gathering. Any other ideas? |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Unfortunately, the Jupiter appears to be fully booked for the week surrounding the gathering. Any other ideas? Drat! That was the recommended spot -- should of guessed it was booked.
Well, Here is a B&B finder type of deal. Not sure how comprehensive it is, but it is a start. (i recall you specified B&B as well)
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by dvd:
Gh1, you're not far from downtown, right? Or the Rose Quarter? Seems like anything downtown or near the convention center/Lloyd Center wouldn't be more than about 10 minutes away. Yep -- about a mile or two from the Downtown/Rose Quarter area. Like you said, any "corporate" hotel in the area is close. Availability depends on the convention(s) going on at the time. I guess i recalled the request for kind of "off the beaten path" accomodations.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I'm coming from a third world country...according to some sources. We're not actually accustomed to our dollar being anywhere near par with greenbacks. (at least not since I was travelling Europe in the 70's)
I'm a bit of a connoisseur of 'no star' hotels. Small old family run places. Where they know they're number two but try to smell like number one.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I don't do that no more. Every time I pass out in the car I wake up in the trunk.
How my tiny little wife does that, I'll never know. And getting the back wheels in the lake like that..
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Uggh, I hate recommending places that I haven't been or stayed... here's what google maps has to say about it:
hotels/motels near Gh1\'s neighborhood
I would shoot for the Shilo Inn at the convention center (labelled I) or the La Quinta, also near the convention center (labelled M) or the nearby lowball Econo Lodge (labelled Q on the 2nd page)
All of those are less than $100 a night and not far from the shindig. There are cheaper hotels but they are mostly closer to the airport.
There's also a Days Inn in downtown Portland near PSU.. cheap, but it's a bed and a shower.
Anywhere in the downtown I-405/I-5 "loop" would be relatively close to the party, as well as hotels near the I-5/I-84 interchange (Convention Center/Lloyd Center)
Waskel, what's that hotel right there at the "end" of NW 23rd right near the freeway onramp? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Why don't we just stay up all night? It worked fine just 20 years ago!
Beer and pancakes at Denny's by 0700! |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Woody, sounds good to me! I'll bring bread, you find the Starbucks!!! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | And I'll sneak back out after Mom and Dad fall asleep, just like the old days. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by dvd:
Waskel, what's that hotel right there at the "end" of NW 23rd right near the freeway onramp? Holiday Inn Express , but the others are closer. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Okay.
Starbucks in GH1\'s Neighborhood |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Well, those Starbucks look kind of like hotels to me...
...maybe try this one instead? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I tried fixing it and then found that yours is broken too.
Whatever! |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | once you have it the way you want it, you need to copy the URL from the "Link to this Page" link in the upper righthand corner. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | #*&$ computer geeks! See you in a couple weeks. Going home to pack 2 Ovations into the Boxster to head to Portland. I'll try to catch up with Waskel next week and leave at least one with him. Back home next weekend and then back to Portland on the 18th with as many Ovations as I can cram into the Pilot with my daughter's stuff for college. |
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Location: closely held secret | Mark, you still got my cell#? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | No, I couldn't find it. I sent you an email. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | 867-5309 |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Originally posted by MWoody:
867-5309 Ha, ha, ha, ha... :D
The question is, how many people get it? |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Did you know that because of all the crap that this lyric caused to home owners with that number, that it is now not allowed to include any phone number other than 555- in any copyrighted song lyric ???
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Location: NJ | . . . or in a movie . . . |
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Location: Tennessee | How about 362436? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | OI 812 |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | How about I81U812? :rolleyes: |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | MWoody,
It seems that we think alike.
EDIT: I meant to say GREAT MINDS think alike. :D |
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Location: NJ | y'mean like ". . Run Forrest, . . .Run!! . . "?? |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Phil Wong:
MWoody,
It seems that we think alike.
EDIT: I meant to say GREAT MINDS think alike. :D You can't have it both ways. |
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | Y'know, a lot of people accuse me of "I.D.-Ten-O.T." errors, but never tell me why. I just don't get it, I guess. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Originally posted by cliff:
y'mean like ". . Run Forrest, . . .Run!! . . "?? I wuddent know anything about thayat. |
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Location: Oregon | You guys can count me in it seems. I'll do a lot of listening though. :) |
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Location: PDX | List update:
gh1 (host),
dvd,
Mark in Boise,
Mark's daughter,
fillhixx,
MWoody,
JeffreyD,
Waskel,
briwilt,
tdeej,
seesquare,
stonebobbo,
fatveg,
Alaskan Fly Guy,
edensharvest (evening arrival),
miles (unlikely),
Ray - Kaman Rep
72tour
Also, for lodging, i was reminded last night of the Kennedy School. It is an old school rennovated by the Mcmenamin brothers. It has a couple of bars, a movie house, a restaurant, and rooms. And, it is fairly close to the gathering.
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | ...and, it's booked already! Looks like this is a VERY popular weekend to be in Portland...any idea why? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | "...and, it's booked already! Looks like this is a VERY popular weekend to be in Portland...any idea why?"
It ain't rain'in!
Party like a Kennedy! That's too funny.
History: When I grew up in Taxachusetts there was always a small picture of Geo. W and or abe Lincoln on the wall. The big portrait was JFK and you could usually spot RFK not too far away. |
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Location: NJ | One the best lines EVER was from the movie "The Big White" . . .
Robin Williams and Woody Harrelson are two brothers getting drunk on a bottle of tequila in a set of bunk beds.
Williams (as he hands the bottle down from the top bunk): ". . D'ywanna 'nother drink?? . ."
Harrelson (as he takes the bottle: ". . Does a Kennedy own a black dress?? . ." |
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Location: Anchorage, Alaska | Hey guys unfortunatly I am not going to be able to make the jam. Was waiting for the last minute to see if I could make it happen but it's not in the cards. Still have some health issues that dictate me staying put for a while. I know I'm going to be missing a bunch of fun, but the rest of you have a ball and stay safe...
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Location: Central Massachusetts | AFG, sorry it won't work out for you. Hopefully next time!
re: booked up hotels... hmmm.. the biggest event I can think of that might be causing hotel probs is the Jen-Weld Tradition golf tournament that runs the 21st thru the 27th. Guess people could be coming in early for that.
Etta James is playing at the Zoo on Friday the 18th, but as good as she is, I don't think she's filling hotels.
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | I end up in Portland quite a bit for work, and commonly find the motels filling up on weekends in the summers. Seems like a lot of Youth sporting events fill up the lower end of the market, then other folks migrate to the mid range motels.
For what it is worth, I did get a reservation at the Fairfield in Lake Oswego (where I work), but I did book that last week. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | So are there more than three or four hotel/motels within 2 miles of where we'll be or should I bring my tent and look for a park?
I prefer, when possible, to buy leftover rooms at 9-10->? at night...it's amazing how much the value of a room drops between noon and 9PM.
...of course there are a few risks, like how many places you have to shop before you buy. But that just adds to the adventure! |
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Location: closely held secret | Try the ones on page 8. They're east of Greg's, away from downtown, and more likely to have vacancies. |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Can someone post a reminder of what we are to bring (beyond our preferred beverages)? I started going through the 19 pages and finally gave up, since my connection is so slow. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | fillhixx, if you end up at a farther-away hotel, I can give you a ride, I'm not much of a drinker. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Guitars!
(some percussion is always good...guitarists don't think enough about percussion. Other than to make sure the drummer's dressed right for the gig.)
dvd-thanks. that's a load off my mind! ;) :D
(being a loud, friendly drunk...I DO give lessons) |
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Location: closely held secret | I think Jeff was talking about food, fill. I need a refresher on that too. Greg? |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | wait... you mean this party isn't about Ovation Baseball and Basketball collector cards???? I've been wondering what all those round-hole and epaulet references were about! :) |
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Location: PDX | As to what to bring (besides your guitars, wise guys, sheesh! :) ) -- heck, i don't know.
Definitely some of that local Canadian beer :) , beverages, maybe some snack food. I'm going to grill up plenty of lamb and chicken kabobs. I'll have a package or two of hot dogs and a few pounds of hamburger. So the main "course" will be taken care of.
fatveg is on his own :)
Those that are local -- if you have some extra, guitar friendly, chairs that might be good. Space and seating may be a bit tight -- nothing we won't figure out though, i'm sure.
It cools down at night so be sure to bring a jacket. Fleece is practically mandated in Portland.
That should take care of the accommodations. As to the focus of the gathering, some random thoughts:
Tabs of some of your repertoire would be nice.
Someone earlier offered to put on a "class" on home recording. Not sure what would be good to have around to make that a more practical lesson.
I'd like to learn about the electronic side of the electo/acoustics of Ovations -- i really don't have a clue. I've got so many different kinds of holes in my guitars that i have no idea what they are for, as an example.
Cameras.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by gh1:
Cameras.???gh1 I thought Phil flew in for all that kind of thing!
I'll try to remember to bring a digicam to have pics to post after. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Originally posted by fillhixx:
I thought Phil flew in for all that kind of thing! We couldn't afford to fly him in for this one. :) And Waskel is not allowed to shoot video.. so no OFC A/V Club this time. We'll have to wing it without them. I may shoot some video and I'll bring my point-and-shoot digital as well.
Gh1, I can throw in some chairs.. not sure how many.. depends on what car I drive, but I'll fit in as many as I can. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Yeah I got lotsa folding chairs, but only one that's good for playing guitar. No biggie as I can't play sitting down anyway...But I'll bring the chair for when everyone tells me to sit down and shut up!
(it happens,..., and I listen)
Will also bring bongoes, dumbelek, and assorted shakers and tamborines...because after you've listened to African and Latin music you will believe... you just can'thave too much percussion! |
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Location: Upper Left USA | If I get there and see that you have Ladders and Paint Rollers ready I'll stay anyway!
Is parking on the lawn prohibited? It is Oregon! |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by MWoody:
Is parking on the lawn prohibited? It is Oregon! Yes!
But parking is an issue in my neighborhood. I'm one block off a commercial strip -- bars, restaurants, coffee houses, shops, etc and those that visit them will be competing for parking. You may end up a block or two away.
I do have sort of a driveway, it's small and narrow, that we'll keep open for unloading.
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Location: Upper Left USA | "the yellow zone is for the loa..."
What is the official show up time? I have been shopping Craigslist Portland for deals on soaking tubs and may be making a loaded run home.
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by MWoody:
"the yellow zone is for the loa..."
What is the official show up time? I have been shopping Craigslist Portland for deals on soaking tubs and may be making a loaded run home.
Also, note the yellowish splotch filling the interstection. A bunch of local "hippies" painted it with a sunflower design. That's the intersection of 33rd & Yamhill.
Official show up time is 1:00 PM. But, if your traveling -- just come by whenever. Don't want you roaming the streets of Portland, now do we?
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | I've got goodies fairly well covered - as long as no one is opposed to fresh bakery goodies?
(note: NOT organic, healthy, or weight-watchers friendly)
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Location: Boise, Idaho | And won't be in time for me to eat them! |
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Location: Port Angeles, WA | Hey guys, just wondering if this is going to be too much of a testosterone fest to bring my wife. She has a great singing voice but is a little shy. I can also leave her at home, or send her out shopping (always dangerous!). Can someone post the address again so I can google directions coming from the north. Thanks! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | My daughter will be there, so I hope it's not too old farty. |
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Location: Tennessee | My son (17) will be road tripping with me from NorCal ... I assume no issues with him attending? He plays some pretty mean cowboy chords. ;) |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | My wife thought about coming, but I let her read a few of the posts and she decided to go hang out at the bus station downtown....figured she would be safer and better entertained.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Stonebobbo, I think 72tour is a young guy, so there won't just be old farts there. |
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Location: North Idaho | My oldest boy has decided to join us. He'll at least come over in between shopping sprees. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | "Send in the Irish"
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | That is pretty hilarious... the guys in that boat couldn't find their way out of a burlap sack.
This is the punchline to the riddle; "Whaddya get when you cross Mutiny On The Bounty and The Donner Party?" |
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Location: NJ | ". . Whaddya get when you cross Mutiny On The Bounty and The Donner Party? . ."
All-You-Can-Eat Marlon Brando?? |
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I just realized that I meant to post the above comment on the 'NW Gathering TeeShirt' thread.... |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Stonebobbo, there should be a few of us there who don't actually remember when Glen Campbell started recording... |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Mark, I'll make you a deal - you stop back by long enough for me to play your Ute, and I'll send you home with some goodies!
Which reminds me, is anyone else bringing a Ute, other slothead, or original Adamas? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | No promises, Andrew, but I'll give it a shot if Mom's birthday party ends early. I just spent a week in Portland traffic and I'm not sure that I'll have much time to go back and forth.
Good thing Jeff W. isn't coming. He tries to take a cheap shot about our navigationally-challenged boat party and posts it on the wrong thread. He'd never be able to find his way across the country, much less to gh1's house. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | The irony of that little fact did not escape me... |
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Location: Tennessee | Which reminds me, is anyone else bringing a Ute, other slothead, or original Adamas? I was thinking of bringing my Josh White ... anyone interested in seeing/playing one? Was also thinking about the 1651 Lennon Reissue, but am open. I can fit a total of three in the car. Check the list in the footer below ... I am open to suggestions. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | The Lennon might be cool, and I'd never pass up the chance to play a classic like the JW. I think that 1537's, vipers, and legends should be covered pretty well. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | The Lennon is a great player and classy looking. If you bring the JW, I won't feel compelled to try to bring the Folklore. My wife liked the T shirt so much she just asked what kind of food should "we" bring. We might have an extra.
She just told me she wasn't planning on attending. She was just planning her shopping in Boise.
Waskel has the 1537 and sort of promised to bring it. Haven't heard from him since I gave it to him on Thursday. He should also bring a 1624 and his Adamas, I assume. We would like to see a Viper. |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Originally posted by gh1:
Cameras.???gh1 I thought Phil flew in for all that kind of thing!
I'll try to remember to bring a digicam to have pics to post after. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | I've got both the 1271 and EA68 Vipers, my 1881 A2, 1718 Elite to bring for sure. I'm also bringing along the Tacoma Roadking I just traded for.
I could bring my 1624 also, and I'll possibly have an Ibanez AF85 archtop by then, as well as a Marshall amp and a Digitech GNX4 that I'm hoping someone can show me how to use. :D |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | To the fella with the shy, singing wife a couple pages back. My shy, occassional percussionist wife will be attending and/or leading hunting parties to fabric shops. It should be safe, I'm guessing, for anyone who doens't require ironclad itineraries.
Will there be a bass on hand for backup musicians like me or should I bring my noname beater?
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by stonebobbo:
Check the list in the footer below ... I am open to suggestions. EA-68.
Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Waskel has the 1537 and sort of promised to bring it. Haven't heard from him since I gave it to him on Thursday. He should also bring a 1624 and his Adamas, I assume. We would like to see a Viper. Hehehe...
Yes, I'll bring the 1537. Or at least a picture of her proving she's ok and a note explaining where to leave the money.
She's got her new strings on. And the rattle was a pick in her innards.
I was planning to bring the 1581 Adamas II, the 1759 CL12, and the 1271 Viper (recently aquired from Uncle Stevie's Colorado Guitar Emporium and Celestial Manifestation Observation Station).
Probably bring the MicroCube and my Marshall AS50R acoustic amp. If I can fit the 1624 in as well I'll bring it, but that might not leave room for the 1537... |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Originally posted by dvd:
Originally posted by fillhixx:
I thought Phil flew in for all that kind of thing! We couldn't afford to fly him in for this one. :) Waskel is not allowed to shoot video.. so no OFC A/V Club this time. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Not according to how things are progressing on the swap meet thread in the sell/trade forum. But I hear it is a very 'rainbow friendly' neighbourhood, so who knows what goes on there? |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by fillhixx:
But I hear it is a very 'rainbow friendly' neighbourhood, so who knows what goes on there? ...and I, for one, don't want to. |
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | consenting adults & freedom of assembly. "nuff said." |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by fillhixx:
AND the right to arm bears!
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | we pretty much bear whatever is neccessary up here.
That's why taxes are so onerous.
but yeah, you folks do seem to have a little trouble with the Kings English and what words mean. ;)
"It depends on what the meaning of the word is, is?!?!?!"
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by Waskel:
Yes, I'll bring the 1537. Or at least a picture of her proving she's ok and a note explaining where to leave the money.
She's got her new strings on. And the rattle was a pick in her innards.
If I can fit the 1624 in as well I'll bring it, but that might not leave room for the 1537... I was reluctant to replace those extra light strings with lights, because it played so well with the extra lights. I don't know how the pick got in there, since I rarely use one. Maybe my daughter was using it. I'm sure you can fit both the 1624 and the 1537 in the Honda (not the Goldwing). If not, I'll hunt you down like a dog. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Okay, now for the bad news...
In light of losing $2700 to this ebay scam, I will probably not be making it down to Portland. Not having money for food or rent all of a sudden kind of puts a crunch on unnecessary road trips. In addition, I will most likely be putting a couple of guitars up in the for sale section, namely the Tacoma Roadking, 1624 Country Artist, and the EA68 Viper. dvd, let me know how much you need for the shirt, and I'll either have you send it to me or send it with Woody and I'll get it from him.
Sorry guys, I was looking forward to this. Thanks for all your input. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Oh crap, I just rolled back into town after a quick getaway to Seattle and read your other thread and my heart just sank. I'm so sorry that happened to you Edensharvest.. there's no way in hell I'm going to pile it on by expecting you to pay for the shirt. I trust MWoody will be happy to deliver it, or I'll mail it to you directly if you'd like to PM me your address. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Very sad, Andrew. Especially on top of the theft loss you had recently. Maybe you could send a couple guitars that you'd like to sell with Mike. Waskel seems to be interested in the EA68 and there are a couple others that might like a 1624. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Waskel seems to be interested in the EA68 But Waskel has absolutely no cash to spend on guitars at this time. Maybe after he sells this 1537 he keeps tripping over... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Don't forget the medical bills. They will be even higher than the legal fees. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Eden... I'm having no luck PMing you. I'm driving through Olympia early Saturday and could give you a ride, etc. Email me at fillhixx@yahoo.ca for details.
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Hate to see anyone miss this that wants to be there... Yeah, me too. I can reserve the couch for you if you need a place to crash. It's not the Ritz but it's free. You'll just have to put up with the cats, and that barking beast my wife calls a dog.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by Waskel:
True. If I can manage to break my leg tripping over someone else's guitar in my house, should I sue them for cash, or settle out of court for thier car? One of the first lawyers I met used to say there should be a defense of criminal stupidity. It seems like the dumber a person is in injuring himself, the more likely he is to sue someone else for it. Bring it on, John. Just don't damage my guitar in the process. Given the rapidly depreciation of the Boxster, I think you should just concentrate on protecting those Hondas. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Fella I used to know in the criminal justice system (no, NOT my parole officer) said one of his professors reported that the entire system could be simplified by reducing the criminal code to two charges.
Misdemeanor stupid
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Location: closely held secret | I'm only stupid enough to think of it, not to actually do it. Besides, there's too much chance of damaging a fine guitar.
fillhixx and gh1, that's the spirit of the OFC. Andrew, I hope you can see your way clear to take advantage of them. The break would do you good!
Besides, nothing hard about putting up with a couple harmless little kitties...
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I just wanna hear him play...no altruism at all.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It would be great if you could make it Andrew and if you could come with fillhixx you might get there early enough to meet me. I'm sure you'd rather just be there in time to try out the Ute, but I come with it. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Thank you guys for all the offers. I guess I'll just see what happens this week. Fillhixx, I appreciate the offer of a ride, but unfortunately I'm working over on the west side of the Narrows, and won't even be back in Olympia until around 5:00, which is the real reason for being later in the day arriving.
I'll see what I can arrange. If I can somehow magically materialize a couple thousand bucks out of thin air, it should be no sweat. Then again, God works in strange ways...
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Location: Central Massachusetts | If it's about the gas/travel money, I'd be happy to throw some $$$ into the pot. And Gh1 has offered up lodging. Seems like a good opportunity to escape this ebay whole mess for one night and enjoy yourself. Think of it as a "mental health" day.. ;) |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Need help with my shopping list. I am going to buy Barley Sandwiches for the Saturday gathering this afternoon (now there's a logical impossibility! :rolleyes: ) and don't want to waste the experience by bringing brown eggs you've already sampled.
EG: Are our local national/regional brands like Canadian , Kokanee , and O\'Keefes Extra Old Stock? available to you already? These, coming from 'bigger' brewerys are more conservative in their flavour palate but I'll get a couple of the more adventurous flavours for those of us so inclined.
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a little repression is a good thing. Well, maybe not so much repression as an unrelated celebration to help keep things in perspective. If you have a regular job, you have cash flow. You can then survive everything short of catastrophe and addiction. (see my wife the accountant for details)
Losing a couple grand in a bad deal is neither. Come ask me about losing more than a hundred on a business gone bad! ;)
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Need help with my shopping list. I am going to buy Barley Sandwiches for the Saturday gathering this afternoon (now there's a logical impossibility! :rolleyes: ) and don't want to waste the experience by bringing brown eggs you've already sampled.  |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | "Barley Sandwich" and "brown eggs" are both euphemsism for beer.
To gather Saturday and this afternoon (Wednesday) is a logical impossibility as one cannot be in two places at one time.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I am a beerbot. It is chillin' in the garage. (ambient air temperature drops 32 degrees at the border, don'cha know!?)
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Location: Port Angeles, WA | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Need help with my shopping list. I am going to buy Barley Sandwiches for the Saturday gathering this afternoon (now there's a logical impossibility! :rolleyes: ) and don't want to waste the experience by bringing brown eggs you've already sampled.
EG: Are our local national/regional brands like Canadian , Kokanee , and O\'Keefes Extra Old Stock? available to you already? These, coming from 'bigger' brewerys are more conservative in their flavour palate but I'll get a couple of the more adventurous flavours for those of us so inclined.
One thing to be wary of is US Customs who limit the amount of Canadian suds you bring into the US. You may have to pay duty and taxes on anything over about 24 bottles...and possibly 12. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Maybe you can hide the brew in a guitar case...
On another note, someone buy a guitar from me, and require me to deliver it in person in Portland this Saturday...
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Well, I have a couple Extra Old Stock with your name on 'em. Guaranteed to make you forget all your troubles for a little while.
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by dvd:
Anybody bringing a Thunderhead, Deacon, or Breadwinner? Who knows what Miles will be bringing, but those are right up his alley. Perhaps he'll read this before he packs. I asked him to bring a Breadwinner LTD :)
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I thought Miles wasn't coming. Hope he brings a red neck for an Ultra GS. Oh... and it would be nice to meet him, too. My wife is already concerned that this is just another excuse for me to buy guitars. If she had any idea how much I've drooled over the pictures of Miles' collection. |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by dvd:
I see that's shown as sold on his inventory. Will that be a one-way trip? No, unfortunately i'm not the new owner. I just didn't have the cash at the time. I wish i did.
Also, im not sure, but i think the ones he has up for sale are just the "excess" inventory.
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Location: Upper Left USA | "Anybody bringing a Thunderhead, Deacon, or Breadwinner?"
I'm bringing a Limited Deacon 12 string, which covers most and none of that!
I will also bring the printed edition of "Slipkid's Cheat Sheets". Classic 3 chord playalongs from the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's! |
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Location: PDX | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I thought Miles wasn't coming. Hope he brings a red neck for an Ultra GS. Oh... and it would be nice to meet him, too. My wife is already concerned that this is just another excuse for me to buy guitars. If she had any idea how much I've drooled over the pictures of Miles' collection. He'll be there! Bring your checkbook :)
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I'm bringing my worn Thunderhead. I fully expect everyone to accuse me of guitar abuse.
But really, she loves it!
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | My lovely spouse just advised me that she volunteered to bring our 5 year old grandson back to Hermiston from Silverton on Saturday.
We were only going to be there for a couple of hours, but not sure that I want to bring the young fellow unless it is cleared iwth the group. I can drop them at the Mall for a couple hours if it is not acceptable.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | My opinion, music is for all ages...a community is only as old as it's youngest member and a wise as it's oldest.
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | Gh1, is there a copy center near you? I may want a copy of "Slipkid's Cheat Sheets" from MWoody.
Or, maybe Good Brother Michael could arbitrarily burn off a few sets?
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Location: North Idaho | I made it in to Aloha last night. Worked all day on masking the house for painting tomorrow. Should have all day Saturday free for the fun. Brought four guitars and a mando. Had our niece with us, so didn't have room for an amp. Is that going to be a problem for anyone? |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I can fit 3 guitars, including my daughter's in the Pilot and Waskel has the 1537. No room for amps, either. WooHoo! Does that mean it's going back home with me? |
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Acoustasonic Jr.
Mic, stand, music stand
Triple, Douo and single guitar stand
Fender Frontman 25R
Limited 12, C2078LX, 1778LX, 1114, 2 confused Vipers, 2 Papooses's
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3 years of Worship Cheat Sheets
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Okay guys, sad to say, but figure me out (no, not literally ;) ) for Saturday. With this financial hole I still haven't been able to plug, and gettig screwed over on my relisting by yet ANOTHER wonderful ebay-trauling scam artist...it's probably best for my stability (aka marriage) to not push it this weekend, much as I'd love the R&R with the NW junkies support group...
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Location: Tennessee | Due to a side trip I'll be making, the C4S will likely not be the vehicle of carriage. Which means I can bring a few more things. Will anybody have a bass amp ... thought I might bring the Viper bass (the Bassman might be a little big to bring along). Of course, a decent bassist would also be nice. :)
Here's what I'm planning on toting: Josh White, 6751 Lennon, 6759 12 string, EA68 Viper, Anderson Valley Boont Amber Ale, Lagunitas IPA. My son is likely to bring a wooden box, probably just to get a rise out of us.
Anybody want me to bring a Hamer or two? My electric amps are both pretty big so I doubt I can bring either of them.
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Very sad EH, you will certainly be missed.
I am in Lake Oswego this morning, so looking like I will be able to pull this off. Got the W597, 2080 and 1537 in the trunk, but with the grandson coming back, didn't have room for an amp either (nor the Carvin DC400).
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by Waskel:
Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I can fit 3 guitars, including my daughter's in the Pilot and Waskel has the 1537. No room for amps, either. WooHoo! Does that mean it's going back home with me? |
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Location: PDX | RE JeffreyD’s grandson: heck yes! Bring him along. It’s certainly fine by me.
RE seesquare’s copy center: Well, there isn’t one in the immediate neighborhood, but they are scattered across the city and some are not too far away. MWoody said he was bringing a set of the cheat sheets. Perhaps he can make you a copy before he leaves tomorrow?
I’ve got two amps at home. A GB Shen. Jr. and an old 30W Crate. I’ll pick up a pack of name tags today (good idea!).
Remember, parking is going to be an issue. So, I’ll leave the drive open for unloading, and from there you can scavenge a parking spot on the street.
One more warning. We have a big dog that has strong pack instincts. Which means he is going to bark his head off when you arrive. Don’t worry, it’s just his pack alarm going off. He is not aggressive, but don’t show fear, it only heightens his anxiety.
Sorry to hear you can’t make it Edensharvest, sad state of affairs for sure. Take care.
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
After we unload all my daughter's stuff we'll have room for a bunch of guitars on the way back. My wife is really nervous about that. She seemed like a nice, sensible woman when I met her. I'm sure she has good instincts for that sort of thing. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I said, "Rachel and I are going to a NW Ovation Fan Club gathering on August 19."
She hears, "I'm going to buy even more guitars."
She says, "The carpet is only going to cost $6000."
I hear, "I'm going to spend $6000 replacing perfectly good 12 year old carpet."
She says, "No that doesn't mean you can buy more guitars with the money I saved."
I hear, "That's $6000 wasted on carpet that I could have spent on guitars."
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Location: Upper Left USA | I will bring a couple copies of the cheetsheets as well as a few CDs.
I don't remember any songs less than PG 13 and I didn't intend to be hauled off for bad behavior so it should be a family event.
I could teach your nephew how to talk like a Pirate and fetch beer though! Those are good life skills to have btw! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | So, with me, we have at least two bass players in the house. As an O bass is coming, I won't bring my no name bass...what about an amp for same?
I have no room for extras, it's taken up with beer. Am hoping for no trouble (ask about old travel stories) at the border.
Edensharvest, so sorry to miss you this trip.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Waskel's right. She had serious reservations about my leaving the 1537 with him. She kept insisting that it would fit in the trunk of the Boxster so we could take it over and leave it with my folks. A full set of golf clubs will fit, but an Ovation in its case will not. |
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What are you driving?
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Location: Central Massachusetts | 72, sounds like the beer is well covered. If that's not your style, it might be best to bring something you like to drink. I'm planning on bringing something non-alcoholic (probably Coke) as well as some munchies. See you all there! |
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Location: Budd Lake, NJ | Greetings and best wishes for a great day for all you grinnin' pickers gathering out there on the west coast!! If you strum all those belly-bowls at the same time, why, we might almost get to hear you all the way over here!
Have a wonderful day,
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Here in Michigan we have Pacific Nortwest weather today. Lucky I put up a tent. |
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Our forcast here is sunny, 92, light wind. |
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A great time was had by all. Thanks everybody, it was great fun. I'll post some pics tomorrow. |
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Try this for the gallery. |
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Location: closely held secret | Btw, yes, it was great fun! Many OFC members were able to attend, and several brought thier wives. One even brought his parents, who were only planning to stay long enough to check out "these old guys from an internet chat room" they were leaving thier son with (very wise and commendable, I think!). They wound up staying all day!
Please let me be the first to thank Greg and Shari for being the wonderful, generous hosts they were, providing food, drink and hospitality to all (even me!). |
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Location: PDX | It was a great time that sadly had to end. What a blast having the opportunity to play so many different guitars! I really wish there was more time to get to know each of you better. I can't help but feel the sense of opportunity lost. But alas, such is the nature of time; it's limited. I would like to advocate for a reunion.
I ended up with a power cord to an amp and a green folder of chord sheets (Nextel FY02). If the owners would PM my your snailers i'll see that you get them back.
Thanks to all you road warriors that traveled so many hours to join in. And a special thanks to Mark for his year long efforts to put this thing on the map. And one for dvd for his efforts in geting the shirts made.
Oh, and tdeej: if you need to make space, i'll take that 1547 off your hands. Bar none that was my favorite guitar of the day. Thanks for bringing it!
Cheers all! What a wonderful group you are!
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Location: Eugene, Oregon | Cheers back atcha to all you NW party animals!! I am really sad I missed the party but I will be there next year for sure!!!
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | Great shots of the group there, Waskel.
Absitively a great time had by all. Greg & Shari were the consummate hosts, and the paragons of forebearance, despite our nomadic intrusions into their "plantings". Thanks again for the hospitality.
Wide array of musicianship, and equipment displayed. Rather daunting to see that many O's in the same place.
Personally, held up my end, as devoid of talent, but high on enthusiasm! Got my mitts on several, really beautiful instruments, and yes, I can play badly with ANY guitar, thank you very much!
I'm in favor of making this an annual affair. Think I better start practicing a little more, too.
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Waskel gets up a lot earlier than I do! ;)
Here's a link to my pics.
Here's a good group shot:
back: Waskel's wife, Waskel, Nate, Miles, Fatveg, MWoody, tdeej, Max (stonebobbo's son), stonebobbo, Gh1, seesquare
front: 72tour, dvd, fillhixx, Mark In Boise
Also in attendance but not pictured here:
JefferyD, Ray from Kaman, Ray's friend Woody, briwilt and wife, Mark's daughter, fillhixx's wife, Shari (Gh1's girlfriend), 72tour's parents, Miles' wife Lisa, and probablly a few others I'm forgetting. |
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The Folder of chord sheets is yours now! Toss it if you want.
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Location: south east Michigan | Fan-freaking-fantastic pics. I like the hallway ful of guitar cases.
Please concider forwarding them for the calendar. |
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Location: SoCal | Interesting to put names with faces. Looking at the picture, the only ones I know are John, Miles, Woodrow, and Bobbo. Obviously, there are people I need to meet.
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Location: the BIG Metropolis of TR | Hey dvd, In the last picture in your album of Miles,gh1,and fillhix........What is fillhix playing?
Looks like he's playing the sole of someone's boot with some toosie-pops!! :eek: :D |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | so that's where my shoe was all night!
He'll have to fill you on on the name of it when he gets home, but it was a percussion instrument -- a wooden tube that made different tones depending on where he hit it.
The 87C and the book were A/B'd... I think by Miles and Mark? Not sure who.
People will have to volunteer their own list of what they brought. too many for me to keep track of. We completely filled three rooms of their house with cases. I brought my super-shallow Elite and my '01 Collector's.
Ray from Kaman brought a 2080 and an LX that had various sections cut away so you could see the internals of the body and the neck. Sorry I didn't get a pic of it.
One of my favorites was a 12-sting cobalt-blue woven-top cut-away Adamas... was that yours Tim? What was that model number?
And another favorite was Waskel's 1581. And Greg's 1674. And fillhixx's Thunderhead. And MWoody's breadwinner. and .. and .. and .. well, they were all great! |
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Location: Nr. Portland, OR | Great pix -- though if you went by those, you'd think the ony chord I know is Am.
I want to have it on record that I now know Em as well, and can therefore play any emo tune you name.
Big thanks to gh1 and ms-gh1 for fantastic hosting.
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Location: Port Angeles, WA | Originally posted by Waskel:
...that would be fillhixx... he's Canadian... |
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Location: Port Angeles, WA | Had a great day yesterday and I just want to say thanks to all who made it possible, and especially gh1 for hosting it. Nice putting faces to some of the names here. Even though I'm a US resident (legal too!) it was nice to not be the lone Canadian in the crowd. Hope us Canucks didn't cause too much of a ruckus, eh? :-) |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Great event. Sorry to leave early, but grandparenting called.
Huge thanks to the hosts and organizers. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Sorry I missed it. For the record, was there a class favorite guitar out of all of them? (I know, yah right!).
BTW, who had the crazy flamed-top collector's, and which year/wood is that? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Was that the Redwood you spotted?
BTW - I have your T-shirt.
It was nice to touch on all flavors. I did notice that my rescued 1114 got picked up a lot - not to do with me but as a credit to the Ovation design. There is something about a 12 fret wideneck that that is right. Maybe they were afraid of dropping one of the "nice" guitars.
Miles brought some one-of-a-kinds! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Finally got back and got the chores done. Thanks to everyone, especially our hosts. Beautiful home and back yard, Greg and Shari. I was envious as I was mowing the lawn tonight.
I was about to download pics, but I'm glad Waskel and dvd posted theirs so I can get some sleep.
Some "answers": We compared the Book and 87, but only briefly. I think my daughter was a little bit overwhelmed by Miles. Not because he's big and scary (that too), but because he just kept hauling out these beautiful guitars. I could not tell any difference in the sound. Maybe in a quiet room, someone with good ears could. I didn't realize the Book doesn't have a carved bridge. It also has the abalone around the headstock that the 87 doesn't. Innies on the 87 and outies on the Book. Different neck inlays. Other than those appearance items and the different preamps, they appeared to be the same guitar.
The wild looking collector's is dvd's 2001 Redwood. Sounds as good as it looks.
Too many choices for me to pick a favorite. Like going to a dance, I like what I brought. Miles' samples of his collection were simply amazing.
A few goals for next year:
Learn to play something on electric guitar.
Learn to play something on a 12 string.
Stay long enought to teach the rest of you "Classical Gas".
Learn "Classical Gas".
Learn a few even oldier oldies than I know. The only jam session I heard seemed to focus on the 60s.
Bring more guitars.
Bring way more guitar stands.
Bring armless chairs.
Drink more beer.
Stay until they throw me out, unless it's at my place.
Thanks for a great time. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Got home a few hours ago due to some sightseeing in Portland before we left. Damn it's nice here on the left coast. It was really great to meet everyone and a special thanks to Greg and his wife for hosting the event and to all those that did the planning.
Good food, great people, nice weather, great music, cool guitars.... what more couldya ask for?!!!! |
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Location: SoCal | tour through the Rose Garden with a great view of Mt. Hood? |
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Location: closely held secret | If you had stuck around till it rained, you could have gone down to the waterfront and witnessed the legendary "Strom Drain Sewage Overflow" dump into the Willamette... |
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Location: the BIG Metropolis of TR | ....Now THATS a sight I wish I could see! ;) |
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Location: GA USA | Looks like a great time. Southeast has gotta get on the ball. Popcritic, weren't we gonna have a party at Kaki's studio? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Looks like a great time.....especially cool that a lot of old electrics showed up. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Okay, I will (almost) never criticize yankee beer again. The specialty brews I tasted from N. California to Washington...at the party, not while driving..were each and every one much better than the everyday-off-the-shelf crap I brought. Although Greg seemed to like the Pilsner.
There were a couple 1/2 sacks of specialy brews, but I hid them at the bottom to leave for Greg. but that may have been a waste given his joy with the Pil.
Add mine to the pile of thanks to Greg And Shari for hosting this. Love your yard! and neighbourhood...which is a lot for me, as I hate cities in general.
Note: The bags under my eyes are larger than normal in these pics. Caused by 5 hours driving, 2 hours at the border, and the cavity search from hell. (words no man want to hear; "Okay, now I'll have to ask you to lean into me,sir.")
Total travel time from home is 12-14 hours but we did the trip down in two legs.
Linda and I had a wonderful time, it's just too bad these things don't last long enough to have more than cursory conversations. Our original imagined itinerary would have taken about three days what with fabric stores, micro brews, and museum/libbrary tours.
Next time, our place!
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How about at Vanouver Island Musicfest? 2 1/2 days of music and camping. Five stages that are within a 5 minute walk of each other and very relaxed camping environment.
We go every year and really, you come away feeling like you've had a weeks holiday or more.
Y'make a little village within the campground and off you go to hear a few wellknown acts and a bunch you (okay, I) never would have heard otherwise...that are excellent!
Or, I could just set up the old 24'geodesic dome in the backyard and you all come to The Salmon Capitol of the World!
Great meeting all of you, there's a bed waiting any time you're lost enough to get here. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I think the over-representations of pics of Mark & I facing off was during a short exchange of beer stories. Legends must be maintained, y'know?
BTW, Mark; no beer from Idaho? What, you all drive up to Canada for your beer rather than make your own? |
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Location: NJ | Idaho makes better vodka than they do beer . . . |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Originally posted by fillhixx:
I think the over-representations of pics of Mark & I facing off was during a short exchange of beer stories. Legends must be maintained, y'know? Two reasons I took a bunch of pics then.. a) I wanted to document Mark's telling of the legendary Canadian Beer Story, and b) it was about the first time that a significant group of people gathered in one place at one time.
Speaking of which, thanks to Ray and Miles for handing out a few Ovation and OFC goodies right about then.
And Greg's lamb kabobs were excellent! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Yeah, those pictures made it look like a Canadian standoff, but it was just because everyone else sat down. I suppose they figured that the stories would be long-winded. For a true Canadian standoff, we should have each had a beer in hand, but I was headed out the door.
I apologize for the lack of Idaho beer. I was going to bring some Idaho wine and then figured this was a beer crowd. I wrongly surmised that Albertson's, which used to be a Boise company, would have some Idaho brews at it's Oregon stores, but I couldn't find any, so I brought some local Oregon beer and, of course, potato chips. My daughter brought the veggie plate, so she and fatveg could have something to eat. I didn't drink all the beer I brought, but what I had was pretty good.
The chicken kabobs were excellent, too. It was just a great get together. Just wish I had more time to fling BS back and forth. I hope we made a few of the young folks into lifelong Ovation fans, if they weren't already. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Definately enjoyed everyone's company a great deal. Sorry I take so long to warm up to strangers....  it's that shy Canadian thing...
But I look forward to seeing many of you again in the not too distant future.
Now that I know Miles has parts for my T-head. |
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Location: North Idaho | Totally enjoyed the great hospitality of the gh1s. Thank you very much.
Enjoyed all the great company and guitars. Never been in one place with so many fantastic guitars all available to look at, learn about, and experience playing.
This was my first attendance of such a gathering, and I am looking forward to the next one already. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Sorry I take so long to warm up to strangers.... I'm sorry, I must have been at a different party... |
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Location: Tennessee | Let me add my thanks to all for the great time ... especially Greg and Shari. A wonderful event. Max and I had a lot of fun and would gladly make the drive again.
BTW, the lamb kabobs were out of this world. As was the smoked salmon that was snuck past our intrepid border guards. Or maybe samples were used as a bribe? Just glad they didn't confiscate the whole lot of it.
There was an amazing array of guitars at the event. And the lesson to be learned is that while we can all argue about which ones sounded better than some others, Ovation doesn't really make any bad guitars. And there were plenty of good players there to do them all justice.
Special kudos to Tour72 ... that lad has got some great chops. The future of Ovation looks bright with talents such as he carrying the torch forward.
A year is too long to wait to do this again. Anyone up for a NorCal event sometime soon? Casa Bobbo is open and available. |
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Location: Oregon | I will start with a thanks to gh1, great house you have there, beauitful. But, it looks like I'll have to kick it in gear and get my drivers license to get to the next one, my guesses are it won't be as close as this one.
Thanks for letting me touch all your guitars though, without a scared for you life look at least :) And thanks as well for the jams, you guys were great! |
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Location: PDX | Seeing as how it took Mark a year of diligence to get this year's Gathering to become a reality, planning for the next get-togheter should commence. Perhaps this is a bit early?
I am up for either Phil's and/or Bob's proposals. As a default location Sheri and I had a such great time hosting this one, we'd be happy to do it again. However, in fairness to the travelers, perhaps moving it around the NW would be more equitable.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I looked up Campbell River on the map. That's a ways up there, Phil. You put in some effort to get down to Portland. Looks like a great location, but it doesn't seem too easy to get to. Sort of like the response I got to my suggestion of McCall. The nice thing about Portland for me was that I always have an excuse to get there. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Yeah Mark, it's a 12-14 hour drive depending on the border and ferries. (re: smuggled goods, if they don't ask you're not required to tell...in either country.)
Well, I wasn't thinking everyone would jump in the Dodge and come this weekend!
However a couple of the bikers (no fear, 99%ers!) in the crowd expressed interest/curiousity about some of our more twisty roads. We have a couple that we use to scare prairie folk and keep the influx down a bit. |
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Location: closely held secret | Yep, me and Mrs. TWFKAW are hoping to get up to visit, maybe sometime next summer, on the Stealth Blackwing and try out some of your twisties. Oh, and I think she said something about some kind of garden (vegetable?) around Victoria, too.
Maybe we can work it out to hit Woody, EH and Miles on the way. If they happen to be standing in the road. ;) |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Another trip to Victoria is on our to-do list. Last time (a few years ago) was basically a day visit and wasn't long enough. We did stay overnight, went to the gardens, had tea, and headed out. Bike trip would be great. |
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Location: closely held secret | Maybe together? I wonder how much room Phil has.
I hear they have some great roads for bikes on the island. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Ah, we can always work something out. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Tough to carry guitars on bikes or in Porsches. We haven't done the San Juan/Victoria trip in a few years. Last time we did, we strapped a couple bikes (the kind you peddle) on the 911 and had a great time. Windy roads are the best kind. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Ah, we can always work something out. That's the spirit, Phil! |
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Location: PDX | I have a pick-up that could serve as the sag wagon. :) Would have to figure out how to keep the cases shaded but shouldn't be too much of a problem.
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by gh1:
I have a pick-up that could serve as the sag wagon. Ok, Greg, you got me on that one. Sag wagon? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | See? Now it sound like the kind of group that should assemble at MusicFest!
If I can round up enough tents...what say?
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Seeing as it took about a year to put this one together, and music fest is July 6-8,2007 ...if it's a go we'd better start planning! (just cruising through the list of past performers and noticed Kaki King has played musicfest. Sorry I missed her!)
"We're always planning ahead. That way we never have to do anything right now."
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Location: PDX | A sag wagon is a term from my bycycle touring days. It carried all the gear, supplies, extra parts, food, etc while the bike group was on the road. So, i could pack the truck with everyone's gear, space permitting, and you folks could ride as i trailed you up the road.
I have a number of tents myself, three to be exact.
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Hey, 'Bugs'...I don't frequently stand IN the road, but for you I might make an exception...
I'd be glad for an opportunity to have a get-together in the Puget Sound side of things, even if it's just a few of us - maybe after the Puyallup fair gets done (obviously it has to start first) and I can think again. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | July 6-8, 2007, I may still be in San Diego or returning therefrom. I figured if I had a couple days after July 4, I might just bother the guys down there. I wouldn't have to bring any guitars because they have too many. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by gh1:
A sag wagon is a term from my bycycle touring days. It carried all the gear, supplies, extra parts, food, etc while the bike group was on the road. Oh, ok. I've seen those following groups of Harley riders. Along with flatbed trailers in case it rained.  |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by edensharvest:
I'd be glad for an opportunity to have a get-together in the Puget Sound side of things, even if it's just a few of us - maybe after the Puyallup fair gets done (obviously it has to start first) and I can think again. Andrew, it won't happen this year. Every weekend in Sept is already full including the week we're going on vacation (road trip, but the other direction), and October's going fast.
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Yeah it would! Actually, from January through March, I have literally like nothing to do, so just about any time during those months I can get away for a day or two. Would be a good time to get out of the house too, in the winter/spring times. |
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Location: Port Angeles, WA | I live in Port Angeles, just across the Strait of Juan de Fuca from Victoria. That's where you catch the ferry, if anybody needs a place to rest before heading to the Island.
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Northwest OFC Gathering is August 19th!