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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Sorcha Date: 07 Jun 00 - 08:22 PM Got it, kat. Will be there as soon as we can.......... |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: katlaughing Date: 07 Jun 00 - 07:57 PM I think ity is just the Casper Fiddlers' Club, but look at the thread, Sorch, I refreshed but don't have it in front of me right now. From Torrington, you'll be coming in on the Interstate, right? Best to take the Exit for Poplar Street, just after the downtown one (which takes you onto Center Street). End of the exit ramp, turn left, so that you are headed south towards the mountain, it will take you in a curve, then up and over a viaduct. Stay on Poplar until you get to Collins (West Collins by then, I think)(2 lights from after you get over the viaduct. Turn right on Collins, follow it, it curves up and around, then you go down on a straighaway, past the old Tank Farm, but all of the tanks are gone. Follow that until you hit a light. Directly across the road is Fort Caspar, to your left is the Fairgrounds. Make a left at the light onto Wyoming Blvd., go down to your next left, which is Fairside Road (according to my map), it goes a couple of so blocks and to your left will be the Fairgrounds, trun left into them, go all the way down to the last big building ont he right and there ya are at The Industrial Building. Don't worry, if you get off somewhere else, you can always find the Central Wyoming Fiargounds. If you hit CY Avenue, follow, it will take you there, too. Let me know if this is clear as mud!**BG** Rex, sounds like you had fun! kat |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Sorcha Date: 07 Jun 00 - 07:23 PM Will try hard to get there by 10 AM. Do we just follow the signs for Ft. Caspar? and then go across the street? Is this fiddle group the Casper Wyo Old Time Fiddlers chapter? That used to have the LeFevres? I kinda know some of them.......... |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Rex Date: 07 Jun 00 - 07:21 PM Things are sure hopping. I just got in from a North Platte canoe trip near Rawlins. I was sure thinking hard about Kat and Sorcha being so near but I had to be back here. I'll get to you another time. Anyway, I'm looking forward to seeing EJ and our wandering minstrals. I'll be heading out the door in about fifteen minutes. I'll let you know what goes on tomorrow. Off for some pickin' hee hee! Rex |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: katlaughing Date: 07 Jun 00 - 06:27 PM Wow! Way kewl! Thanks, Sorcha! Fest starts at 10 and goes until 6p. You can get there anytime ya want, see the thread for the actual times of each performance. We hadn't asked the guys to perform because it is supposed to showcase Wyomingites & the culture they grew up with, BUT, it is up to you if you pack it around, as there is a fiddler's club opening the entertainment part at 1030a. I don't know anything about them, their flexibility, etc. My house would be fine, I will probably go to the Fest by about 10a or so, depending on Bill & Allan and my sister who is staying at my house, bet/Betty, the udder Mudderof the family...**BG** I'll put a kettle on for Friday evening's tea then and see them when they get here! And, you on Saturday, even the Mister, eh?!! Great! |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Sorcha Date: 07 Jun 00 - 04:31 PM yo, kat--the plan is Friday, go up to Ft. Laramie and Guernsey to do the old fort, Register Cliff, and the big Ruts. Don't know what time we will get started, and don't know if they will want to swing up and see Guernsey Lake or the Miner's Bar in Hartville. It's the oldest bar in Wyo, and really neat. Then, they will continue to Casper, while I go to visit my gut bucket player (he had a mild stroke over Memorial Weekend, and will be moving to Casper. He won't be able to play with us anymore, sob sob)I will come back to Torr Friday afternoon, and we will come up Sat. AM. I see no problem with them being there by 4PM, easily.
As for Saturday, I don't have a plan yet. What time does the Festival start, and what time are you planning to be there? Arriving before 9AM seems a little chancy, and 10 is probably closer to the mark. If we are not going to jam or anything at the festival, I would prefer to leave the orchestra at your house. It's either that, or carry it all day, which I don't really mind. I might get an Offer, ya know!! AND, Hubby is coming wiht us!! |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: katlaughing Date: 07 Jun 00 - 04:07 PM And, Sheridan is gorgeous, one of my favourite spots, plus there is going to be a leather goods guy at the Culture Fest, BUT I have no idea of quality/ability/etc. Other things you could do: drive southwest an hour out of Casper and see Independence Rock with all of the pioneers' names carved into it; on the way the old Sun Ranch has been made into a museum etc. by the LDS church and I hear is quite interesting, there is a place on teh ranch called Devil's Gate where the wagons used to go through; also Alcova Lake and Pathfinder Dam are out that way, but would take a lot of time to explore. Just across the street from the Culture Fest is old Ft. Caspar, which I mentioned early on. Oh, and while I may commend your wishes they are my command!**bg** as well as few other typos! |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: katlaughing Date: 07 Jun 00 - 03:23 PM Allan and Bill, how early would you like folks to be over at my house for a Harmonic Convergence on Saturday, for sure, Firday if ya feel like it? I was thinking around six (but it could be early if you want to get started earlier and not go too late) with something for dinner, no sit down style just help yourself and find a spot, then some music...Friday, since I am not sure what time you are thinking of getting to Casper, I've left unplanned and it'll be up to you guys if you want to play or not. (Oh sure, kat, they're gonna get there & NOT sing for you after coming all that way and all of the excitement building up??!!) At some point I'd like to try a couple of tunes of us all in HearMe for other folks to hear, but not sure when, prob. Sat. night? The Culture Fest goes on all day BUT I don't plan on being there the whole day. Do want to be sure to make it for the bagpiper & the Native American dancers, as long as that fits with your schedule and desires too...in other words...your wishes are my commend!**BG** Also, Sorcha what does your time frame look like for Saturday, arrival wise etc. just so we know when to meet and stow the orchestra, etc. AND, all three of my sisters will be here, SOOOO....blood harmony coming through!! Yeehaw!!! Ca't wait, can't wait, can't wait!!!! katlaughing&leaping&howlingatthemoon! |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Lonesome EJ Date: 07 Jun 00 - 02:38 PM I was told that it comes from "abated". You know, like when you hold your breath. But I like yours better, Mrr. |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: GUEST,Mrr Date: 07 Jun 00 - 02:14 PM Alice, thanks for the bated, I was resisting saying just that. I believe it to be related to the "bate" of falconry, which is the behavior of a pissed-off hawk who throws itself off your gauntlet to hand by its jesses and thrash... And if y'all are taking requests... I'll think of some! Eat well, play well, keep us jealous! |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Alice Date: 07 Jun 00 - 02:13 PM Take your time playing music with Wayne on Monday. It is a rather short drive to Bozeman from Gardiner compared to your trek from Casper to Gardiner. In fact, think about going back into the Park from Gardiner on Monday and sight-seeing a little during daytime before heading north to Bozeman. Our session is Sunday, so I'm not sure how many musicians I can get together for a Monday night... maybe we'll just sit around singing at my house. Alice |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: GUEST,Sam Pirt Date: 07 Jun 00 - 01:51 PM Hi all The trip seems to be going great. I hope you have a great trip, I would love to be over there, who knows maybe someday!! Bill, Play Chinease breakdown for me. many cheerful regards from the rainy country, yep ENGLAND Sam |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Lonesome EJ Date: 07 Jun 00 - 01:31 PM Allan here again: Sorry, Alice. I spaced out. I said "tomorrow" in the post above. I was way ahead of myself. We are leaving Casper EARLY Sunday morning, stopping by Sheridan and then going on to Gardiner. We are spending the night there at Wayne's place (not a 'Catter, folks - YET) and heading to Bozeman on Monday morning. |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Alice Date: 07 Jun 00 - 12:53 PM Allan, I think that is an excellent idea to take advantage of seeing what you can along that long stretch of highway. So, I am now confused (?!) about your approximate arrival date in Bozeman. Alice |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Lonesome EJ Date: 07 Jun 00 - 12:41 PM Note to Alice: We have changed our route slightly to include Sheridan, WY. There is a saddlery shop there which displays a lot of the work of Al Stohlman - a truly great leather carver. We will be getting a VERY early start tomorrow morning and so should be on time (around six or so) for our arrival in the Gardiner area. |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: catspaw49 Date: 07 Jun 00 - 12:34 PM Stick that leg out here Alice....I'll give it a tuggin' you'll never forget. If we have time, I'd like to check its roots too. Sounds great guys.....Loving every minute of it!!! Spaw |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Alice Date: 07 Jun 00 - 12:21 PM Bated breath, that's BATED (oh, you probably all know that, anyway, just pulling our lovely legs) |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Lonesome EJ Date: 07 Jun 00 - 12:09 PM Allan here. I have always wondered what you use as bait for breath - maybe swallow CO2 capsules? Our trip to Leadville began with a brief stop at Poo-Twa's house. He had wanted to work a few miracles on the bridge of the Mudcat Tour guitar. He did just that. It is a much finer instrument for the experience. We then said goodbye to Poo-Twa and Annie and headed onward toward Leadville. (There is much, much more to tell you about our visit with them and about a great new invention we saw there; but I will save that for another time.) We left behind the low plains and were soon fully immersed in the Rockies. These ragged and immense peaks are still streaked with snow where the sunlight has not yet melted the deep snow in their crevaces. Before very long we found ourselves in the high plains where the wind was both powerful and constant. After driving miles and miles of straight roadway, we came at last to Leadvile. It was great to watch Bill's excitement as he gazed around at an old mine shaft, a street which had once held about sixty saloons, and various old buildings which lined the main street. He was walking where his relative had walked about 140 years before. We took lots of pictures and talked a bit with some of the townspeople. Then we headed up the road to LEJ's. We arrived here around 10 PM and after some conversation over a cuppa, we all headed for bed. Today, while LEJ is at work, Bill and I will head out to Denver to do some exploring. Then this evening LEJ has planned a Colorady-style barbeque which will be attended by WyoWoman and Rex Rideout. BlueJay is planning to drive up from Trinidad to be here as well. Sounds like a fun time! |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: catspaw49 Date: 07 Jun 00 - 12:07 PM I know they are all lovely ladies Rick, but give 'em some mouthwash to get rid of the bait smell....kinda' gross, ya' know? Spaw |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Rick Fielding Date: 07 Jun 00 - 11:37 AM Now calm down ladies! These are middle aged men. Remember their hearts! The Toronto women are also waiting with baited breath. The guys are just waiting! Rick |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Sorcha Date: 07 Jun 00 - 12:08 AM kat, I swear it is better than that.........and the fullfillment will be better too! |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: katlaughing Date: 06 Jun 00 - 11:53 PM Haha! UP the road, BlueJay! North remember?**BG** Boy, this is just almost too much...I feel like a kid waiting for Christmas morning! |
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Subject: RE: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: Poo-Twa Date: 06 Jun 00 - 11:20 PM BlueJay here. Thanks, Kat. The other one was getting a bit long. I can't adequately describe last night's visit from Allan, Bill, BanjomanCO and Banjomama, his delightful wife. We all had such a great time. We played till the wee hours. All of these folks are such tremendous talents. What a treat. I was greatly relieved That Bill had brought his own stock of Yorkshire tea, as I looked all over my small town in vain for the stuff. He brewed me a cup, wonderful stuff. No wonder the English drink tea. Lots of tunes, lots of photos, and these guys are first class all the way. Nuff said. I enjoyed it so much, I'm on my way to Evergreen for more! You folks further down the road are in for one Helluva treat! Bluejay |
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Subject: Bill & Allan's Mudcat Adventure Part III From: katlaughing Date: 06 Jun 00 - 10:59 PM For faster loading - the other was getting a bit long and now they start their Western/Northern swing! Here is the previous thread. |
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