Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: beardedbruce
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 06:46 PM

Hey, it's a tenor ( not one of those cheap fiver's)...

That is 2 months per string. There may be hope for me yet...

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: curmudgeon
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 06:53 PM

FWIW, after yesterday's Shanty Session, I was chased away from the table where Sinsull, Jacqui, Jeri and Bat Goddess were conferring. How bodes this?

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: beardedbruce
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 07:02 PM

Do we need to form a banjo orchestra?

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Leadfingers
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 07:41 PM

OK - I can bring 2 x 5string 1 x Shortscale Tenor 1 x 7 string 2 x banjolin 2 x banjolele and 1 x Bandola - But my Excess Baggage will be 'Orrendous !! Especially as I want to bring some whistles and a normal mandolin and a guitar !!!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: beardedbruce
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 07:45 PM

I'll bring the banjo-uke-mandolin, if someone can play it... and a tenor or two. Can borrow a banjo-mandolin to bring, if needed...

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: beardedbruce
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 07:47 PM

NOT trying to put ANY politics into this, but I hope we will not be called....



The Skinhead orchestra.



(running for cover)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: jacqui.c
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 09:41 PM

He he he he....

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Amos
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 09:58 PM

My o my o my.... Mick, I can't just stand by and watch you take a fall for the team. It's not right, is what!! Unless of course there is a secret delicacy to the event and its not as bad as it is being made out as. Then you should treat it as just desserts. An all-over Olive Oil Skin Rub or something special like that, you know...

A

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Ferrara
Date: 20 Feb 05 - 10:39 PM

Amos, the only secret delicacies are the ones at the Friday potluck. When I'm lucky, Sinsull brings Italian Cannoli -- and when I'm really lucky, I get there early enough to grab one. Other treats appear on the potluck table all evening.

Lynn Title's fudge cake is another example that comes to mind, not to mention Alaska Mike's home-smoked salmon which (sob) will not be there this year unless he can somehow air-mail it.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Fortunato
Date: 21 Feb 05 - 12:07 PM

banjo orchestra = oxymoron

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: kendall
Date: 21 Feb 05 - 12:42 PM

The 4 string banjo was invented by a guy who couldn't play the 5 string banjo. (Granpa Jones)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Dani
Date: 21 Feb 05 - 05:22 PM

Mike SMOKED that salmon?! You going to tell me he CAUGHT it, too!?

God, that was one of the most delicious things I've ever tasted. I actually think the camp does a pretty good job with food, but it was pretty sad that they had salmon on the menu after we had tasted Mike's.

Dani (who is thinking about all the treats to come)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: wysiwyg
Date: 21 Feb 05 - 06:41 PM

Oh, pretty.... look...

According to Shawlmaster MMario, 50% will go to the Mudcat, and
50% will go to the FSGW scholarship fund.   AND you will be able to arrive at the Getaway in style!

~S~

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 21 Feb 05 - 11:32 PM

Giok--
The drive from JFK airport in New York to the Getaway could conceivably take 3-1/2 to 4 hours IF it were smooth and there's no traffic. HAH! Plan on something closer to 5 hours, since we're talking reality here. You'll need to get out of the airport and follow the Belt Parkway aorund the shore of Brooklyn (and past Coney Island) to the Verrazano Bridge, cross Staten Island (that first stretch is the part of the trip that takes an incalculable amount of time, since it's so traffic-dependent), enter the New Jersey Turnpike and take it to its Southern Terminus (90 minutes), cross the entire state of Delaware (about 15 minutes) and proceed through Northeastern Maryland to Camp Rablewood (another half hour or so).
--Charlie Baum
(More specific route numbers and directions available upon request.)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 21 Feb 05 - 11:34 PM

PS to Giok--
Oh yeah, you're going to need LOTS of American cash to pay all the tolls on that stretch of road, either that or a transponder for EZ-Pass (an automated toll-collection system)--close to $20 worth.
--Charlie Baum

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Amos
Date: 22 Feb 05 - 08:48 AM

You could also fly to D.C. instead.

A

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Nancy King
Date: 22 Feb 05 - 10:37 AM

Actually, BWI (Baltimore) is by far the closest airport to the camp, and there will be lots of people passing by who could pick you up. Any chance you could fly into BWI, Giok? I wouldn't wish the drive from JFK on anyone!

Nancy

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Amos
Date: 22 Feb 05 - 10:45 AM

I wondered what Alaska Mike had been smoking, and now it's plain. Accounts for all those great songs.

A

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 22 Feb 05 - 11:49 AM

Yep I've now found a flight to BWI, and as it's via Iceland I'm trying to meet up with Skarpi en-route. I shall hire a car at BWI, prices look a bit up on last time I rented in the US, still looking for a good deal so any hints or tips appreciated.
Giok

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 22 Feb 05 - 01:23 PM

Giok,
if you're only going for the Getaway weekend, then I suggest you avoid the hassle of renting/driving a car, and get a lift from someone, as Nancy King suggested (she gave me a lift last year, but she was but one of several who offered).

Looks like we'll meet at last! I plan to come over with Vanessa for a week, spending a few days sightseeing and/or seeing friends before/after the Getaway.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 22 Feb 05 - 01:38 PM

Efxaristo poli Giorgiou
Or something like that.
Giok ¦¬]

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Sorcha
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 01:59 AM

Just bought my plane ticket! I'll be there! Wheee!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: KT
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 02:20 AM

Good on ya, Sorcha!! This is getting better and better all the time! It's hard to imagine more fun than last year, but this is gonna be some GETAWAY! Can't wait!!!
KT

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: GUEST,MMario
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 08:13 AM

YEAH SORCHA!!!!!!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Bobert
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 08:20 AM

I can pick one 'er two folks up at either BWI or Dulles (which you can get to by shuttle from National). If anyone is without ride, PM me...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 08:27 AM

I'm gonna book mine today, it gets me into BMI on the Thursday night about 7 pm, so may just book into a local motel, and let sleep adjust my time clock. On the Friday morning I could use a ride though, I will also need a sleeping bag.
Giok

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Sorcha
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 01:21 PM

I'll need a place to sleep Monday night and a ride to BWI on Tuesday. Might need a sleeping bag too.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: GUEST,Tinker
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 01:34 PM

Wow !! This is getting great !! In fact Koko just said she may be at Getaway in the Big Mick in New Jersey Thread..... Looks to be an amazing time.

I've got a few extra sleeping bagsI can bring along.

tinker

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: GUEST,MMario
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 01:41 PM

I'll have a number of extra blankets w/ me - but don't have any spare bags.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: SINSULL
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 02:07 PM

Someone better have a super-Goddess size sleeping bag for KoKo. She's tropical, isn't she? Or will she just cuddle in with Big Mick?

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Bill D
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 02:15 PM

I always have extra blankets, also....
(maybe the electric blanket for KoKo...hope she's blanket trained)

But Mick will have to hold her hand in the lunch line.....

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Sorcha
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 04:47 PM

But, don't tell. Hee hee. Mr doesn't know yet! *BG*

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: skarpi
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 06:43 PM

Halló all i get the ticket on Monday so I ´ll be on the plain on
the 13th of October.
Where will I go after i have landed I have no Idea.???

Anyone??Idea.
All the best Skarpi Iceland.,

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Bobert
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 07:56 PM

Depends on where you are landing?

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: SINSULL
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 09:26 PM

Skarpi,
What airport are you flying into? What time do you land? How many in your party? With that info, someone will be able to meet you and hopefully put you up for a night..
Mary

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Bobert
Date: 25 Feb 05 - 10:10 PM

Thanks fir interpretin', Sins...

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: skarpi
Date: 26 Feb 05 - 04:39 AM

Mary , I I think I am gonn a be alone this time but that
coult change, I am waiting for an Info from Mick about
some matter and also Info here In Iceland and If all this happens then My band will come with me , that is Rósa and Helgi Also.
Icelandair goes to Baltimore? I don´t know the name of airport but I´ll have tonight , then i have these Info.
All the best Skarpi Iceland.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 26 Feb 05 - 04:47 AM

Skarpi is going to BWI like me, and as I'm going via Iceland, I'm trying to meet up en route. We are waiting till Skarpi gets his tickets, and then we can let you all know if we will arrive together, he gets them on Monday he said.
Giok

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Bobert
Date: 26 Feb 05 - 08:40 AM

Well, I'll have room fir atleasr rwo folks with their instruments (Stand up bass excluded) and can pick folks up at BWI and, most impoerantly, know where I'm going from there...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: KT
Date: 26 Feb 05 - 01:50 PM

Hey Mick. You offered a ride to Ebbie and me a while back. Is the offer still good now that you've moved to NJ or should we make other arrangements? WOW!! That's a huge change for you!! Hope you're settling in and enjoying. How wonderful to take on such a new adventure.
Less than 8 months to go.....I hope all the wonderful FSGW folks don't mind the Invasion of the Mudcatters.......

KT

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Teresa
Date: 26 Feb 05 - 02:39 PM

So Baltimore is the closest airport? I will be flying in from Las vegas, and my schedule is pretty flexible. I could be adaptable. I don't drive, and I'd certainly need a ride from the airport.

Teresa

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Bill D
Date: 26 Feb 05 - 03:07 PM

".I hope all the wonderful FSGW folks don't mind the Invasion of the Mudcatters......"
we have always had folks from 'out of town', some of whom we only see once a year or so...this is just extra. As long as it is treated as a way to share music, and doesn't become just a Mudcat 'happening', it will be fine. (If you say 'hello', and sing with us, you ARE part of the crowd pretty fast! *grin*)...but we have FSGW members who have never seen Mudcat (or even a computer) and might need reassurance. So far, it has been 97.0327% positive, and locals look forward to neat new music and people. (as you may have noticed, we try to mix the cabin assignments to increase interaction and 'awareness' *smile*)

As the general folkie population ages and scatters, this sort of thing may be the glue that allows an event like the Getaway to happen on such a scale. The worst 'problem' we have right now is that there is so much talent and ideas that it is impossible to have EVERYONE who is qualified and willing leading workshops and doing concerts! (such a problem to have, huh?)

I, personally, think that an extra day would be nice...like arriving Thursday night and having Friday be an 'unstructured' day for random singing and conviviality. That is a vague, possible thing for sometime, but it obviously would cost more and not everyone could get the time off work, etc...who knows what might happen if this grows and reaches critical mass in attendence! Wow.......

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Teresa
Date: 26 Feb 05 - 03:52 PM

I love unstructured. I love impromptu jams and song circles. That's the filker in me. :)

Teresa

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Big Mick
Date: 27 Feb 05 - 08:33 AM

Then you will be a very happy Mudcatter, Teresa. It is the perfect mix of structured workshops, and freewheeling jams. This is going to be wonderful.

Mick

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: GUEST
Date: 27 Feb 05 - 06:28 PM

and we have one other regular Mudcatter/filker who comes (Gorgeous Gary)...or two, if you add his newish wife (and we do, though I don't think she posts)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Susan A-R
Date: 27 Feb 05 - 07:04 PM

Hmmm, just realized that I'm supposed to head for Europe very shortly after the Getaway. This could stretch the finances a bit, the tickets are one thing, the self employed vacation pay (0) is quite another. This one may be the one I have to miss. BOTHER!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: SINSULL
Date: 27 Feb 05 - 08:56 PM

Susan - No! No! No!
You are a definite for the Ladies Event. Deserters will be hunted down and punished severely. The European contingent is on alert to seek out all female fiddlers with sly grins and charming dispositions and hold them for questioning.

Any chance of your making it to the next song circle?

SINS

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Tinker
Date: 28 Feb 05 - 12:45 PM

SINSULL, Jacqui and I spent some time planning, no perhaps plotting, various possible senarios and secret plans for Getaway this weekend. Now the weekend isn't nearly long enough for us to "honor" all of the Mudcat Men, so we are going to have to work on a three to five year plan and let a few of you savor the anticipation.

Kendall just blushed and shook his head.... I can't wait.... Now I just have a few more months to find just the right....Never mind.


Tinker

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: skarpi
Date: 28 Feb 05 - 04:16 PM

Well all , I pay the ticket tomorrow so I´ll be
coming on the 13th along with Giok from Scotland.
So there will be two vikings coming at the same time.
I don´t know about my band yet but i am trying to get
some money here at home so I can bring them with us. I hope I will know very soon.

All the best Skarpi Iceland.,

Subject: RE: Getaway 2005 (14-17 Oct )
From: Susan A-R
Date: 28 Feb 05 - 06:13 PM

Right! Right! I just have to keep my priorities straight Sinsull, I know, what was I thinking of? Maybe the sleep deprivation will help me with the time change.

When's the next Song circle? I'm hanging onto that last weekend in March for a trip to the Portsmouth/Portland area with my friend Beth, although I haven't heard from her recently . . . Might work, and then I can talk details for the fiendish plots.