Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July

Subject: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Raptor
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 07:02 AM

I'm tired of not having met My fellow Canuck Catters.
We need T Have a weekend Bash/Jam

Any Thoughts?

Raptor

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Rapparee
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:14 AM

Could you have it in Sascat...Sasketc...Manitoba? I've never been to Manitoba.

If you have it in, oh, Alberta or BC I might be able to make it, if you'll let me in.

Canadians are welcome at my place. I'm not prejudiced against Canadians or, as we call them in Pocatello, "folks from Northern Idaho."

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: wysiwyg
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:19 AM

I wish I could come to Canadia, too!

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:23 AM

May I suggest getting together at the Ormstown Branches and Roots Festival . This is a low key and friendly festival which is organized by Mudcat Beer and is held at the end of July in a small town situated 45 minutes out of Montreal. There is free camping and toilet and shower facilities available. So far four Mudcatters, that I know of, have expressed their intention of attending next July.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:24 AM

Make it five.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:32 AM

You were already included in the four but if you bring your alter ego along that makes five.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:33 AM

I gave up on church, so forget the alter ego.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Raptor
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:39 AM

I think we should meet before the snow flies and bounds us to our own counties!

Raptor

Rapaire and Susan are welcome!

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: wysiwyg
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:42 AM

Wish I could! Thanks for the welcoming heart, though.

We already had our first snow, in N Central PA's highlands-- so you better hurry!

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Raptor
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:52 AM

Why can't ya?

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: wysiwyg
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:57 AM

Cannot take the time right now-- health, work, commitments.

Plus the Getaway people would hunt me down like a dog if I came up there first-- I haven't been able to be lured there, yet, and they're really out to get me.

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Big Mick
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 10:08 AM

An added plus to going to Ormstown is that you would meet and hear Bill Garret and Sue Lothrop. These two are accomplished performers and great folks. It's a win for all concerned. Hell, I might even try and make this one. Hope you can pull it together.

Mick

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Sandy Mc Lean
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 10:18 AM

Canada is so large and it seems a long way from Cape Breton to anywhere else, but I'd love to meet some of you cats someday.
                  Sandy

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Midchuck
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 10:41 AM

If it's near Montreal...I'm in US but only 3 hours from Montreal, even if I don't speed too badly. Would you let "southerners" in? If we're not out west then?

Peter.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 10:43 AM

Hell, Midchuck, a southerner to a Montrealer is someone who lives in Sherbrooke.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: number 6
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 11:13 AM

I'll make it to Ormstown ... so that makes it 5.

sIx

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: number 6
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 11:19 AM

correction .... I'll be the 6th .... counting in Peace's alter ego.

sIx

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 12:47 PM

sIx, you were included in the four as Beer had mentioned to me that you had the intention of attending.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 12:56 PM

Well, that would be more then because he is also sIx.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: C. Ham
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 02:07 PM

There were rumors this past year that Bruce Murdoch would be performing. Alas, he wasn't on the list when the artists were announced.

If he's going to be there next summer -- and I suppose if Peace is coming it's a really good sign -- then I'm making the trip from T.O.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Clinton Hammond
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 02:14 PM

It'd be way easier to do over video-skype....

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Little Hawk
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 03:28 PM

Having people over for a Canadian meet is kind of like having people over for a Russian meet. You've only got about a billion or so hectares of land to choose from when agreeing on exactly where it will take place. ;-)

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: ragdall
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 03:40 PM

I'd love to go, if I can find a way to get there. It's a very, very long drive, though, and my poor little old car is rusting out (big holes through the floor). A big SUV coming from the West Coast and picking up others along the way, would be nice.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Raptor
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 03:44 PM

How about Central Canada then?

Toronto or Ottawa?

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: GUEST,mg
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 04:16 PM

On Dec. 2 weekend the Vancouver BC folks host a lovely camp withusually great music south of B.C...not far from American border. I have gone quite a few times and it is great. mg

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Barry Finn
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 04:39 PM

Cross half of Canada in the snow for a mudcat meet? "Come on Dasher, Bowler, Bellman, Diedo, Bendigo, Gentry, Traveler, Countess, Drover, Bonnie Lass, Rover, let's go. Get the sled out of the shed, we're mgoing singing". Not.

Barry

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: jacqui.c
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 04:52 PM

Now, if I could persuade the old man to go......

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 05:45 PM

Don't come down this end of the threads much but glad I did. Sure would be nice to have a mudcat rally at our festival. Thanks for suggesting it Bobad.
    Maybe I could suggest to the board that a special weekend rate could be made for you mudcatters traveling all the way here to central Canada. Or is it Toronto?
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 05:49 PM

I'll see you in Ormstown, Adrien.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 06:04 PM

Peace,
Does that mean I pencil you in????
I've just started the bookings.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 06:10 PM

Yes. Please. Whatever you want. Workshop for beginner songwriters, open tuning stuff, sing a few songs, it's up to you.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: SINSULL
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 06:13 PM

I can make it if those of us below the Border are welcome.
SINS

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 06:22 PM

I don't know where the notion came from that non-Canucks would not be welcome. Unfounded. Of course everyone/anyone's welcome.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 06:27 PM

You sure are welcomed Sunsull. If I had room you could stay at my (our) house. I usually have about 15 in-laws and outlaws staying over. I have folks that come in from Saint Thomas and London Ont.
In a very short time I will be able to announce some of the changes we are working on for 2007. I'm excited about them but the almighty dollar may still be the problem. Anyone want to donate around ten grand or suggest some millionaire that wants a tax receipt for a donation?
Let me know.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: ragdall
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 06:30 PM

Beer,
Will we need a passport to go to Quebec? ;)

What are the 2007 dates? How much is the cost of admission to the festival?   Does the free camping include "car camping?" (Could I park my car and sleep in it instead of putting up a tent?)

Thanks,
rags

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 06:50 PM

That depends from where West are you coming from? If it is B.C. then of course you do. But if your coming from state side no problem. The dates are July 27,28 and 29 Admission for the past 4 years has been $10.00 in advance $15 at the gate. Friday no charge as well as Sunday. It has been pass the hat. However, this may change a bit this year. Camping is free to a point. If you need electrical hook up then it is $10.00 a day/night. The grounds has plenty of room for trailers, boats , planes or even pup tents. If you want to park your car on the property and sleep in it no problem. Just turn the motor off.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: SINSULL
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 07:20 PM

We are very sensitive about our position on the world front given baby bush's BS.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Big Mick
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 07:30 PM

This is in July, right? I say all of us US 'catters get up there and support this gathering. If they will have us. I would love to meet some of the folks, and meet up with some I know already. Let's make this a do. Would that be alright with you folks?

Mick

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 08:12 PM

SINSULL,

Canucks have an idiot just like Bush. As much as we think your President is a horse's ass, we are also aware that you are not him. My take on Canadians is that if asked, and if they dislike Bush's policies, they will say very directly and very politely that they think he's not very bright. But truly there is no way 'we' think of Americans as representative of their politicians. True story comin' atcha.

I live in the most redneck part of Canada. Few places more so than Alberta. A fellow on his way to Alaska--American plates on his car--seems to have fallen asleep at the wheel and hit another vehicle (Alberta plates) killing two people and injuring two others. He was banged up and so were the two survivors in the other vehicle. We got them 'packaged' and off to hospital and dealt with the dead. There was NO talk about him being a Yank and what idiots they all are, etc. In fact, people went out of their way for him so that he could get back on the road to Alaska. The Canadian 'dislike' of the US has to do with its politicians and some of its policies to do with soft-wood lumber, cattle, etc. But that dislike does NOT extend itself to individual American citizens. WE realize that many of you are as pissed off with Washington as are many of us.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 08:20 PM

Big Mick. Your 9 to 10 hours away. Your also from Red Wing country. "Go Wings Go". Was at to old Olympia 4 times. Back to the topic.
I don't think there is a passport required to come to Canada. I go to N/York state once a month to play at a coffee house and have no problem. And some musicians do the same by coming here with the same results. Then again it just may depend on the border guard. Someone else may be able to answer this better than I.
If this becomes a do as Big Mick suggests than I will begin working on organizing help from this end.
Ragdall I was just kidding of course   Especially if your from Canada. And Sinsull I understand your concern. I assure you this. Every Mudcatter would be welcomed. Maybe this is exactly what is needed to mend a few fences.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 08:28 PM

I do know there will be a Passport required for Canucks to go to the USA as of January 1, 2007.

"Documents for U.S. Citizens--Bring your passport if you've got one. A passport is the easiest and fastest way to enter Canada and return to the U.S. Note: Under the new Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, as of December 31, 2006, all travelers to and from Canada will be required to have a passport or other accepted document that establishes the bearer's identity and nationality to enter or re-enter the United States. Other documents that the U.S. government anticipates will be acceptable for land and border crossings under this new initiative are SENTRI, NEXUS, and FAST program cards (international frequent traveler programs). This means that you will no longer be able to enter Canada using a driver's license and birth certificate.

For the latest information on passports and entry requirements for U.S. citizens, check the Web page of the U.S. State Department at www.travel.state.gov. Naturalized citizens should carry their naturalization certificates. U.S. citizens don't require visas to enter Canada."

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:29 PM

Peace, to my knowledge the date for requiring a passport to cross the US border is Jan 1 2008.

"The Departments of Homeland Security and State announced today the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative to secure and expedite travel. The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative will require all U.S. citizens, Canadians, citizens of the British Overseas Territory of Bermuda, and citizens of Mexico to have a passport or other accepted secure document to enter or re-enter United States by January 1, 2008."

From: http://www.dhs.gov/dhspublic/display?content=4433

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:38 PM

Really? A buddy I was going to go see said January 1, 2007. Heck. I gotta check this out. Thanks very much.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: C. Ham
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 09:58 PM

Canadians going to the U.S. will need passports for air travel as of 2007. Travelers going to the U.S. by car will need them as of 2008.

As far as I know, Canada has not yet announced similar regulations for Americans coming here.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 16 Oct 06 - 10:35 PM

I count 7
Bobad
Peace
Big Mick
Midchuck
Number 6
C. Ham
Sinsull
Three others with some convincing.
Sandy McLean
Jacqui.c
Ragdall
How about sending a few personal p.m out to those who we know but are not watching the mud at the moment?

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Raptor
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 08:53 AM

Put me on that list right friggin now! Please. Thank you.

Raptor

I'm in Ontario and can bring any catters that make it this far!

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 09:01 AM

Your the man Raptor. It will be good meeting you. I'm having a board meeting Thursday evening and I will bring up what has been happening. I'm quite sure they will be very excited and come up with possible things we could do on this end for you all.
Beer

That's 8

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: InOBU
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 09:08 AM

If it is in Ormstown, Genie and I will definitly be there. I spend each 7\27 in Quebec, so it would fit our yearly schdual ( me birthday... ) My father was a Canadian citizen until 1986, so I was born to a Canadian... hence... count me in. He was born in Moosejaw, but, I'd never be able to get out that far likely... So, count us in Uileann pipes in mits...
see all there
Lorcan and Genie Otway

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 09:28 AM

Just read your Bio. Love ya already.
That's 9
not counting partners, passengers or hitchhikers at the moment.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Willie-O
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 10:46 AM

Far as the passport thing goes, I think GWB Inc caved a bit and moved the dates forward a couple of years due to intensive lobbying from border states and provinces who are ALL against this passport requirement, because so much cross-border tourism will be eliminated. (About 25% of Americans and 50% of Canadians hold passports and many wouldn't bother to get one to make a little excursion).

Note: Canada is not in fact imposing such regulations on US citizens, but THE U.S. IS!!!! Read Bobad's post above. The point is, when/if the new plan goes into effect, American citizens will need passports (or possibly a new yet-to-be-finalized "secure ID" document) to RE-ENTER the U.S. from Canada.

Hey, come and stay. We'll make room.

W-O

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Emma B
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 10:55 AM

OK - Canada has the biggest land mass in the world (3,851,809.19 sq miles) and a population of 31,281,092 (July 2000)

Is there room for a small Brit?

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Mooh
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 11:02 AM

I like the idea. Okay, I love the idea. My problem is balancing the gig schedule with other things, but all things considered, I should take in a few festivals as a civilian.

Count me in, tentatively.

Peace, Mooh.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 01:16 PM

Emma B there is room for a boat load.
Come on over.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Charmion
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 05:31 PM

If the stars are in a favourable conjunction, and Her Majesty has no other plans for us next Canada Day weekend, Edmund and I could ankle on down the 417 from Ottawa -- I think I know a good place to sneak a mandolin and a coupla banjos over the provincial border. This festival sounds like a good opportunity to get out the ol' tent again and refresh our Coleman cooking skills.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 10:05 PM

Thanks Charmion, that 10.
Mooh as a tentative.
Would be good to know where everyone is coming from. You don't have to be specific. Just Province or State. Also if you play or sing. Would be nice to set an hour aside for a "Mudcat Jam".
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 10:28 PM

Regarding Americans and passports this is the latest:

U.S. reveals plans for high-tech card pass card

WASHINGTON (CP) - The United States has released plans for a wallet-sized pass card that Americans could use instead of a passport to enter the country.

The card will cost US$10 for children and US$20 for adults, plus a US$25 execution fee.

Radio frequency identification technology to be read by machines at border crossings would link the card to a secure U.S. government database containing biographical data and a photograph, the State Department says.

There would be no personal information on the card itself.

Canada is still waiting to hear what alternatives to passports will be acceptable from Canadians.

Congress has delayed the deadline requiring a passport or another secure ID document at U.S. land crossings until June 2009.

http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/World/2006/10/17/2050945-cp.html

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: jacqui.c
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 10:40 PM

Just realised that it is on at the time my family are over from the UK. Bugger!!!!!!

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 10:45 PM

Bring 'em up jacqui, Quebecers are forgiving.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 10:46 PM

Where you located Jack? That is "jacqui.c"? Bring the family as well.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: GUEST
Date: 17 Oct 06 - 11:04 PM

I had no trouble flying into the U.S. with my driver's licence and Canadian citizenship card but...

when I returned to Canada, the gal at the airport was on the computer and asked me when the card expired.

Never, I said.

Well, she needed to enter an expiration date in order to access the next page of the I.D. documentation process. She had to call a supervisor who knew how to bypass the expiration date and they let me through.

Everyone acted like it was normal.

Whoever heard of an expiration date on a citizenship card?

Expect the unexpected.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: ragdall
Date: 18 Oct 06 - 05:43 AM

My Canadian citizenship card has no expiry date on it. Are you sure she wasn't confusing it was a Mastercard? (j/k)

Maybe she was supposed to be inputting passport information?

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Mooh
Date: 18 Oct 06 - 09:26 AM

Beer...I'll be driving from Goderich Ontario, one block from the very end of Highway 8, unless I'm camping or gigging somewhere else at the time.

Peace, Mooh.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: jacqui.c
Date: 18 Oct 06 - 12:38 PM

I'd have to discuss this with my family - they ain't folkies! Is there anything in the local area that they might be interested in, bearing in mind that my grandson will be close onto 7 by then.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 18 Oct 06 - 02:19 PM

Mooh,
Goderich eh! Been to Grand Bend several times but not up to your area. Must be beautiful especially in the summer. Make sure you bring your Axe if you can make it.
Jacqui, I'm located in farming country. So if your grand son is not familiar with farms and so on it can be very rewarding. Again, Jack, I don't know where you would be heading out from. We are also an hour from Montreal which has plenty of things for everyone. Think about it.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 18 Oct 06 - 11:09 PM

Could someone move this thread to the top area? Just think that maybe there are some folk up in the music section that don't come down in the B/S threads. Just a thought.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: GUEST
Date: 19 Oct 06 - 01:51 AM

ragdall - They never even heard of a Canadian Citizenship card and neither did the computer. They kept asking me if I was a Landed Immigrant! I said no, here's my citizenship card and they were totally baffled!

Like I said, it took a supervisor to get me past the check-in. The computer wouldn't accept my proof of citizenship.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: skarpi
Date: 19 Oct 06 - 02:31 AM

Úff this can end as a world gathering of the Mudcat people :>)
I would like to come but then I have to either go to Canada or
Norway ??

If I am aloud to come then then I am gonna look into the program
my band may be on tour at this time .

more later ,

All the best Skarpi Iceland.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Mooh
Date: 19 Oct 06 - 09:27 AM

Beer...Grand Bend is only 45 minutes away, give or take. Goderich is okay all year round but I prefer to spend summer in the Bruce Peninsula.

For what it's worth, I think this is a great idea. I'll bring instruments if I come.

Peace, Mooh.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: jacqui.c
Date: 19 Oct 06 - 09:49 AM

Beer - I'm in Maine but the family are coming out from the UK.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: CET
Date: 06 Feb 07 - 09:27 PM

This needs a refresh. This is definitely on our calendar. The only thing that might stop me is that I am training for the Nijmegen marches once again, and if I get selected to go there will be a conflict. However, Charmion, plucky soul that she is, says that she will carry on without me.

I seem to be spending most of my musical time south of the border. It would be great to see my friends come north for a change.

I agree with Beer. Could this thread go into the music section?

Edmund

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: CET
Date: 06 Feb 07 - 09:28 PM

OK then. I see that this is in the music section.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 06 Feb 07 - 09:34 PM

When is the lineup being posted Adrien?

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Alba
Date: 06 Feb 07 - 09:40 PM

Is there a Canadian meet this Year, was there a Canadian meet last year?
So many questions...8>)

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 06 Feb 07 - 09:41 PM

Hi Cet (Edmund).
I've been wanting to post an up date but felt it was still a little early as I'm, still waiting for 2 contracts even though I'm sure they will be coming. We meet this Thursday and many things will be finalized then for release on our web site which is: www.ormstownmusicfestival.com
   Hopefully by late Thursday or Friday I will be able to share with you all the cost for entrance, what will be taking place on July 27,28 and 29. and with the boards permission the confirmed acts.

Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 06 Feb 07 - 09:46 PM

Hi Alba.
Where you located?
This will be the first meet. And I have one hell of a great line up.

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Alba
Date: 06 Feb 07 - 09:58 PM

Well Beer ma dear if it had been 6 months ago I was living very close to the Canadian Border in Maine and an easy drive to Quebec!! Then I moved House..go figure huh!! *grin*
Now I am south of the New Hampshire Border. Still be very interested to hear about the meet though.
I PM'd you as you posted..LOL
Jude

Subject: RE: BS: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Cluin
Date: 06 Feb 07 - 10:17 PM

Goderich is a beautiful town. Been there several times. I used to take in the Celtic Festival there.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 07 Feb 07 - 10:26 AM

Is it just my computer or are we having problems logging on to the Cat again? Been trying all morning and finally I'm able to connect.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 07 Feb 07 - 10:28 AM

It's not just you, I couldn't get on either.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Cluin
Date: 07 Feb 07 - 01:37 PM

The hamster is getting tired again. It suffers from SAD.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: CET
Date: 08 Feb 07 - 07:36 AM

Alba:

South of the N.H. border isn't so bad. My folkie commuting route begins in Ottawa and includes Goderich, ON, Portsmouth, NH, Portland, Maine and Maryland.

Edmund

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 08 Feb 07 - 09:38 PM

Sorry folks but no news tonight. Had to cancel the meeting because we had a house fire. All O.K. But the upstairs is pretty bad. Will fill you in at a later date. Re scheduled the festival meeting for next Thursday.
Beer (Adrien)

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Alba
Date: 08 Feb 07 - 09:42 PM

Oh no Adrien. I take it you mean your own Home!
Glad you and yours are ok.
Thinking of you,
Jude

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 08 Feb 07 - 09:48 PM

Yep. Our home. will write later.
ad.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 02:00 PM

Insurance man just left and the up-stairs is a complete write off. But the good news is that that festival will still take place.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Azizi
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 04:01 PM

Beer, I just popped into this thread to see what's what, and I read the news about your house fire.

I'm very glad to know that no one was injured.

Best wishes to you & your family.

Azizi

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Peace
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 04:33 PM

Just heard, Adrien. The house can be rebuilt. Stuff is just stuff, buddy. You and yer missus are OK and thats the important part. FYI, there is a cleaning material that takes away smoke smell--in the event the first floor got that kind of damage. The Festival will get along. You concentrate on the house and contractors. It ain't good news, but you are both OK and that IS good news.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: gnu
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 04:52 PM

Indeed!

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: CET
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 06:31 PM

Like Peace said, the real good news is that you are both OK. What are you doing for accomodations?

Edmund

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: JudyB
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 08:21 PM

Glad to hear you're OK!

We're in Maine, and will keep an eye out for more details after a while - but for now, forget about all this, and do what you need to do!

Hugs,
JudyB

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Mooh
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 09:17 PM

Oh man! Glad everyone is okay. Do you need anything musical? Is there anything I can do?

Peace, Mooh.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: GUEST,meself
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 09:22 PM

We're with you, Adrien ...

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 09 Feb 07 - 09:55 PM

Good thing I'm not drinking or you would all have me in tears. They ( some company I can't even pronounce the name.) came about an hour ago and removed all our clothing . From bet sheets to g-strings. The fellow in charge said that it looks that at least 85% will be a write off. there is some fancy machine now taking out the stink till next Tuesday. Friend of mine coming tomorrow do do an estimate for the insurance to rip and reconstruct the up stairs. Any way, things are starting to move. Yes we are staying in the house. But it is ( how should I put it.)I guess 2 houses in one. The part hit was built in 1860 and the second part probably 1920's. The one built later is where we have set up our sleeping quarters. it has the laundry room a small bathroom my music room and Judy's craft room. This will be home for a while. In the older section the fire was contained in the upper part of the house. The downstairs smells like hell but we can use the kitchen facilities. Again thank you one and all and to those who are sending p.m. I have said enough
Christmas I'd like a drink of Scotch.
Good night.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 09:52 PM

Damn,the web master was not suppose to release the line up before tomorrow evening's meeting. So if you go to www.ormstownmusicfestival.com you will get all the folks that are playing plus a few pictures. However, stay tuned because I still have a few items up my sleeve. To be approved at the meeting then on the web for you to see.
beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 10:02 PM

Hay, Bobad, take care of the blue click for me Please. I also think that I will take Bobad's suggestion and start a thread in the B/S section about the gathering. Bobad felt that the festival thread was getting more respondents in the B/S threads than moving it to the top. I also agree so i will start one below and ask that participants come up to this thread.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 10:12 PM

Here ya go Ad: http://ormstownmusicfestival.com/Roots_e.htm

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 10:16 PM

Thank you sSir.
Ad.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 10:38 PM

NOTE: Clicking on Schedule/Bios at the top of the page will bring up pics and bios of all the performers in this year's lineup.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 16 Feb 07 - 09:12 AM

As Ron Hynes is scheduled to do two sets at the festival I though I would paste the following.

Ron Hynes has been nominated for the following ECMA awards:
Recording Of The Year; Songwriter Of The Year; Male Recording Of The Year; Entertainer Of The Year

I believe it will we on T.V this coming Sunday evening on C.B.C. Will check later.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: bobad
Date: 16 Feb 07 - 10:44 AM

I can confirm that the ECMA (East Coast Music Awards)are being televised on CBC on Sunday.

There was a lengthy article in today's Ottawa Citizen mentioning that fact and also describing the music scene in Halifax, from whence the awards will be hosted.

It appears that the music scene is going quite strong in that relatively small (300,000 population) city. Some quotes from the article: "You have a really strong singer-writer movement going on in the city", "Halifax is like a little Greenwich Village", "There are quite a few places where they really believe in the emerging artist"

Good news for the east coast music scene and for music in general.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Bee
Date: 16 Feb 07 - 11:41 AM

Beer,having been through a nasty apartment fire (and no tenants insurance, so a total loss), I deeply sympathise. A tip: the place I put salvaged stuff in storage dumped bags of cedar chips over everything, and in a month it took the stink out of clothing, upholstery, books and papers.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: dick greenhaus
Date: 16 Feb 07 - 07:35 PM

susan and I will try to make it. Sounds like a fine idea.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Beer
Date: 16 Feb 07 - 09:22 PM

Thank you Bee for your kind thoughts and suggestion.
Dick and Susan it would be great to have you come along. Room for everyone. Bring your Banjo. Where would you be coming from?
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Susan of DT
Date: 17 Feb 07 - 09:00 AM

As Dick said, we will try to make it. It is the wekend before the Champlain Valley Festival in northern Vermont, so we will make one long trip out of it. Others may wish to include Champlain in their plans. It is also a camping festival. www.cvfest.org

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Susan of DT
Date: 26 Mar 07 - 08:24 PM

Beer

I see we never answered your question. We are in New Jersey. It looks like Ormstown is just off the top of the Northway (I87) in NYS, That sounds like a long, but easy trip.

Subject: RE: Time for a Canadian Mudcat Meet
From: Rapparee
Date: 26 Mar 07 - 09:47 PM

Well, I'd be there but I can't make it. Oh well. If only I didn't have to w**k....

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 21 May 07 - 09:42 PM

I guess it is about time to rejuvenate this thread. For you folks who have said you are coming I would like to inform you that advance tickets are now on sale. If you would P.M. me with your "Real" name I will make sure that your ticket is waiting for you at the gate entrance. The cost is $10.00 for Saturday and $10.00 for Sunday instead of $15.00 each day if you don't make reservations. Damn cheap to here some great musicians like our very own "Peace".
Don't forget Friday night is "Mudcat Jam" and is free except if you want to throw something in the hat. Time to start planning your trip. Oh!, let me know how many will be in your party.
www.ormstownmusicfestival.com
Beer
(adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Peace
Date: 21 May 07 - 10:27 PM

Beer, not wise. I am probably the most disliked person on Mudcat, so you aren't doing the festival any good by sayin' that, IMO. I realize you gotta do what you gotta do, but I have to do what I have to do, too.

See you in July.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 21 May 07 - 10:39 PM

There will always be asshole Bruce. The folks who plan to come are music lovers. Let those who want to be negative be negative. They will never change. We just won't give them the time of day. Were here for a short time but a good time. Those attending are coming to have that good time.
Disliked by some but loved by most.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 22 May 07 - 07:28 PM

And away we go......

1) Charmion & Friend

2) Susan of DT & Friend


Who is next?
I will only announce the mudcat handle that is being used and will mention Husband, live in, boy friend, girlfriend and so on as "Friend" for I really don't know the relationship involved.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Mooh
Date: 23 May 07 - 08:06 PM

Oh well, it looks unlikely for me. Have a wedding gig in Nova Scotia the previous weekend, and will be back to Ontario midweek but between work obligations I can't see how I could make it. Have fun without me!

Peace, Mooh.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: C. Ham
Date: 23 May 07 - 08:11 PM

I'm really hoping to make it. Chances are about 90% that I'll be there but I won't know for sure until the last moment. Despite what Peace thinks about who's the most disliked Mudcatter, the Bruve Murdoch concert is the single major drawing card for me.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: CET
Date: 24 May 07 - 05:58 AM

I don't think Peace is close to being the most disliked Mudcatter. Perhaps he thinks that now that Martin Gibson has left us, he must be the natural heir to the throne. Sorry, Bruce - you've got a long way to go.

So who's coming from south of the border?

Edmund

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Susan of DT
Date: 24 May 07 - 08:29 AM

I think Dick Greenhaus deserves a better listing than that of my friend - he is better known here than I am.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: dick greenhaus
Date: 24 May 07 - 02:45 PM

I'm generally friendly, though.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Azizi
Date: 25 May 07 - 08:56 PM

As to the question who's coming from south of the border, I would if I could. But I'm sorry that I won't be able to make it.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Sorcha
Date: 25 May 07 - 09:29 PM

I had sorta planned on it, but with all the Stuff lately, I just can't. You may have at least one vistor from UK tho....she's working a local festival this weekend.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: ragdall
Date: 26 May 07 - 11:02 PM

We could have reserved the tickets without paying?

They told me I had to send the money. It's in the mail now.

Peace, You are the main reason that I want to be there. I love your music and would like to see and hear you playing in a festival setting.

Peace fan,
rags

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 27 May 07 - 07:49 PM

Off the beaten track for a moment. Just to tell you we have moved back up stairs two night's ago. The good lady and I have been sleeping on air matress and 3foot wide cot since Feb. 8th.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 27 May 07 - 07:54 PM

(continued)    Now it is like moving in a new home. Hang this, touch up paint there and so on.
Will get back to you folks who have p.m me and asked question on this thread very soon.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 27 May 07 - 08:40 PM

Haven't seen Raptor, the originator of this thread, around for a while. I hope he will make it down.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: ragdall
Date: 29 May 07 - 02:17 AM

Beer, Congratulations on being able to move back into your living space. That's a long time to sleep on an air mattress.

rags

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 29 May 07 - 10:03 PM

Thanks Ragdall, much appreciated.
In answer to your previous post, I may have jumped the gun in taking personal reservation. Because of the extra burden on the volunteers it may not be a good idea. I'm still working on it and hopefully will come to a happy medium. However in your case I guess it is to late. May I ask where are you coming from and will you have someone with you? Please p.m. me and I will help in any way I can.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Susan of DT
Date: 30 May 07 - 07:50 PM

Since Dick Greenhaus and I are planning to go to Ormstown and then the Champlain Valley Festival in Vermont the next weekend, we are thinking about staying up North for the days between. Are there any mudcatters in that part of Canada or nrothern New England that would like us to visit them during that week?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 31 May 07 - 07:12 PM

Like last year I will be flying out to Newfoundland for their Festival July 30th. or the 31st. so I won't be much help to you. But There is still plenty of time for something to be worked out. Will be good to meet you all.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: gnu
Date: 01 Jun 07 - 06:53 PM

I saw earlier today that this thread was closed. I guess it was a slip of the keyboard. Glad to see it's back.

As for me, I am still wrangling with some things that I just can't seem to get wrangled, so, you may have to be missing another Bodhran player.

Hey, don't all weep and wail at once, eh?

BTW, I am wowed by the lineup! For anyone who missed it, like me, it's here.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 01 Jun 07 - 07:08 PM

I hope you can make it gnu, if not you may be missing one of those momentous happenings like Woodstock.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 02 Jun 07 - 06:43 PM

Thanks Gnu for those kind words for the line up. I also think it's pretty good if not damn good. Hope you can make it.
God help me if it turned out like Woodstock Bobad. If it does I'm disappearing.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: ragdall
Date: 02 Jun 07 - 07:26 PM

adrien,
I'm coming from "north-central" British Columbia, along Highway 16 until Winnipeg. I only know the way as far as Winnipeg. From there I hope to find a route which will allow me to stay north and avoid large cities as much as possible for the rest of the way. I shall be travelling in my 1978 station wagon, most likely alone.

I plan to sleep in the car at rest stops or at provicial campgrounds as this will be a very low budget trip and the fuel cost will eat up most of my resources. I'm looking forward to the "Free camping" (in my car) and hot showers at the festival site.

thanks,
rags

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 03 Jun 07 - 11:09 PM

Folks.....
Manny of you have been p/emming me on information regarding the festival, giving me support during the house fire I've had and condolences on the passing of mum. I truly thank you all.
Now it is time to celebrate. I have been working on this festival since last September and i finally can see the light at the other end of the tunnel. I know that many would like to come but there are always obstacles to overcome and sometimes it just takes a little push. So here is hoping you all make it.

I have made a list of those Catters who will be coming and those hoping and wanting to come.

CET
Bobad
Peace
Alba
dick greenhaus
Susan of DT
Papaire
Sorcha
Number 6
Bee
Big Mick
Sandy McLean
MidChuck
C Ham
Barry Finn
Sinsull
Paptor
InOBU
Mooh
Charimon
Skarpi

Some of you are tentatively booking, others are still wanting and others have.
Give it your best.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 03 Jun 07 - 11:37 PM

Don't forget ragdall!

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: katlaughing
Date: 04 Jun 07 - 12:50 AM

Adrien, I know Alba regrets she will not be able to make it. She is not online much right now. I am sure she sends you her best. Have fun!

kat

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 04 Jun 07 - 08:29 AM

Thanks Kat and Bobad.
How could I forget Rags. Coming all the way from B.C. Wish I had some Canadian Tire money to send up to help pay for some of the Gas.
All the best to you Rags.
Beer (adrien)

P.S. I better look over my p.m. messages to make sure I haven't forgotten anyone or questions that may have been asked.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 05 Jun 07 - 10:17 PM

Happy to hear all is well "6"
Are you still planning oncoming up?
Hope so.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: dick greenhaus
Date: 06 Jun 07 - 09:34 PM

If anyone wishes to pick up a Mudcat T-Shirt (navy or red) in Ormstown please PM me and let me know your size and color choice.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 09 Jun 07 - 10:36 PM

Thanks Bobad for refreshing. Been really busy trying to sell advance tickets since last Thursday evening at the yearly Ormstown fair and haven't had much time for the Mudcat. Getting great responses from the line up and looks as if this year just might be the one that breaks us wide open.
Still hoping that some of the members that expressed such great enthusiasm a while back would do so again.
Here is still hoping.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 10 Jun 07 - 11:54 PM

Hay Bee! where are you? Not interested any more?
Number 6, did I say something to piss you off? You sure were interested in coming a while ago. But no response from a friend is not acceptable. If you folks out there who have expressed interest in coming can't make it that is fine. But don't be silent about it.
An up set but still understanding member.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Mooh
Date: 11 Jun 07 - 06:48 AM

Adrien...PM sent. Thanks.

Peace, Mooh.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 11 Jun 07 - 08:41 AM

Thanks Mooh, your a buddy. Appreciate your response.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Sandy Mc Lean
Date: 11 Jun 07 - 01:23 PM

Best of luck with your festival and Mudcat gathering, Adrien!
As I said in an early posting I would love to be there and meet you all.
It is not a possibility for this year but hopefully in the future!
                                 Sandy

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 11 Jun 07 - 03:38 PM

Sandy.
I remember that you said that.
Listen, do you go to the Stan Rogers Festival? If so I want you to introduce yourself to a really good friend of mine who is playing there with his wife. Andre Thibault and Qiu ( Qiu pronounced "key") It maybe not the kind of music you like but they are fabulous people. Andre and I worked together for years and we are still the best of friends. Their group name is "Jou Tou".
http://crofsblogs.typepad.com/joutou/
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Sandy Mc Lean
Date: 11 Jun 07 - 07:47 PM

I am unsure if I can make Stanfest this year. A shame because I live so close. I may get down for one day as I have friends playing there as well, and I would like to catch Tommy Makim's performance. If I get there I will watch for your friends.
          Best regards,
                Sandy

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: katlaughing
Date: 11 Jun 07 - 08:17 PM

Adrien, thanks for the link to your friends' music samples. I really enjoyed listening to them; a beautiful blend!

Good luck with the festival. I hope lots of people make it.

kat in Colorado

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 11 Jun 07 - 09:03 PM

Thanks Kat. That was good of you.
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,john f weldon
Date: 12 Jun 07 - 08:47 PM

I've been there every yr since it started...
...I presumably will be there this yr...
...by the cash bar, drinking scotch...

...

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 12 Jun 07 - 09:22 PM

Are you John Weldon who made the animated short of "The Log Driver's Waltz?"

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 12 Jun 07 - 09:35 PM

OK, I see from another thread that you are indeed one and the same. Congratulations for making that delightful little film. Can it be seen anywhere on the web?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 12 Jun 07 - 09:41 PM

Found it on You Tube. Unfortunately I'm on dial-up and can't do You Tube but I recommend it to everyone.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,meself
Date: 12 Jun 07 - 09:42 PM

Here it is on youtube.

It's funny, there are a number of comments from twenty-somethings who regard it as part of their childhood ...

Better watch it quick, before John alerts his lawyers!

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 13 Jun 07 - 08:42 AM

Any man that drinks rusty water is a friend. Please do introduce yourself and hope you can be there for Friday evening.
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,john f weldon
Date: 13 Jun 07 - 10:15 AM

It's not me that alerts the lawyers, I love having it shown anywhere. The NFB lawyers always request it be removed, but it just pops up somewhere else in a few weeks. I once counted five copies in five different places....

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Peace
Date: 13 Jun 07 - 12:43 PM

Between the lyrics, singing and cartooning, it's a great flick. Loved the twirl-around peeroowet/pirouwet/pierohwett/ spin the logger does. It's now a piece of Canada's history. Hope to meet you at the festival, John.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Jimmy C
Date: 14 Jun 07 - 12:44 AM

I would love to be there but through bad scheduling will miss it by a week or two. I will be in Montreal on 14th July, then in Trois Rivieres 15th and 16th July, Quebec City on 17th July but have to back in Ontario by 19th July. - Maybe next year, would love to put a face on some names.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: C. Ham
Date: 14 Jun 07 - 01:58 PM

John F. Weldon,

Is it safe to assume you a relative of Peter Weldon?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,john f weldon
Date: 14 Jun 07 - 06:32 PM

If you mean the banjo-picking singer of the Mountain City Four (back in the early sixties), yes, he is indeed my cousin.

By the way, I've attended the Champlain Valley Fest for more than 20 years straight; it's a week after Ormstown; a bit farther south and you have to cross the border (gasp). But it's a terrific fest; you can swim and listen to music at the same time. For more info:

http://www.cvfest.org/

This is what I look like, if anyone is interested in finding me at either fest....

http://www.weldonalley.ca/bio/biography.html

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 14 Jun 07 - 10:37 PM

Thanks John for the support these last 4 years.   Much appreciated. Thanks for the links as well and the photo of the before and after is great. Now would that be a single malt you are holding??
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Rapparee
Date: 15 Jun 07 - 08:35 AM

I'm sure you all will be having a wonderful time. Wish I were there.

Have to settle for Edmonton in August....

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: C. Ham
Date: 15 Jun 07 - 05:49 PM

John F. Weldon,

Yes, indeed, I was referring to Peter Weldon of the Mountain City Four.

How's he doing? I haven't seen him in many a year.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,john f weldon
Date: 16 Jun 07 - 10:37 AM

Peter's alive and well... ...here's his email...

[e-mail]

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 17 Jun 07 - 12:08 AM

Rapaire.
Wish you were here to celebrate with us. Understood however. Hope you have a great summer and get to listen to some Irish music.
Adrien

Subject: RE: Mudcat at Islands Folk Festival
From: Arthur Caldicott
Date: 17 Jun 07 - 03:02 AM

Sounds like fun. But Canada is a pretty big country and our train doesn't run on time. I've just spun out a separate thread to see if there's interest on the west coast about getting together on Vancouver Island, at the Islands Folk Festival. (http://mudcat.org/thread.cfm?threadid=102560)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,john f weldon
Date: 17 Jun 07 - 07:15 AM

oops, pushed the wrong button...
...for Peter Weldon, this should work...

[e-mail]

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 17 Jun 07 - 10:32 PM

Arthur all the best in attendance and weather. Festival's organizing takes a full year and as much as you plan ahead it all comes down to the weather for it to be a success. Hope you attract some Mudcatters.
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 18 Jun 07 - 07:38 AM

I'm now an official mudcatter....

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 18 Jun 07 - 10:59 AM

Welcome aboard.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: gnu
Date: 18 Jun 07 - 03:52 PM

Started a welcome thread for john in the BS section.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 20 Jun 07 - 10:19 PM

Thanks Gnu.
I'm a little down tonight because I had to cancel the "Youth Stage". Not enough interest. Maybe next year. Hopefully at other festival events this is not the case. That is if you have a "Youth Stage". I picked up the idea from the Festival in Saint John's Newfoundland last year and thought it would be a great idea for here as well. Guess I was wrong.
Friday evening is really shaping up great. I think I'll have to have two area's of music. One in a stage setting and the other in a camp fire setting
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: dick greenhaus
Date: 21 Jun 07 - 10:43 AM

Does anyone know if there'll be a problem crossing the border from the US with instruments (both ways)?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: gnu
Date: 21 Jun 07 - 03:42 PM

Bodhrans are a given.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: gnu
Date: 21 Jun 07 - 03:43 PM

And, any other instruments of mass distraction.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 21 Jun 07 - 05:20 PM

Dick G....
Probably not a problem.
But a ukelele will be less obtrusive than a stand-up bass.

...and borders are always a bit randomly weird these days...

(Seriously, the three concerns are...
...are these the tools of your trade/are you coming to work?
...are you trying to avoid duties/sales tax by importing them?
...do they contain bombs?

If no to all three, then no problem. But don't leave them visible, or mention them.)

_john the wise.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 21 Jun 07 - 05:34 PM

Actually, to be more reassuring, there are a gang of Vermonters who regularly show up in Montreal for jam sessions, complete with a carload of instruments, and head back late at night; no problems so far.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: C. Ham
Date: 21 Jun 07 - 05:54 PM

I've crossed the border with my guitar on many an occasion and it's never been a problem.

If you tell them you're coming across to attend a music festival and you've got instruments, it would help if you had a flyer from the festival showing that you're not one of their advertised performers.

But seriously, a lot of people cross the border every day with musical instruments. If they're for personal use, it's perfectly OK.

What you don't want to do is tell them you're just a tourist or just visiting if your name is on publicity material or websites for the festival.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 22 Jun 07 - 08:19 PM

Keep pills in the original containers.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Azizi
Date: 22 Jun 07 - 08:53 PM

Beer,

I'm wondering if you or some other person associated with the organizing committee of this festival or some designated person who is fortunate enough to attend this festival have thought about making video clips for posting on YouTube {of course with the prior permission of the artists}???

Or is this not something which is done at these type of concerts?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 22 Jun 07 - 09:06 PM

What a great idea. Would like to discuss it more but have company and must get back to them. Should be back Sunday evening.
Beer

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST
Date: 23 Jun 07 - 10:23 PM



I've crossed the border with my guitar on many an occasion and it's never been a problem.
I bought a barrel at New Ross Farm in NS. An empty barrel was quite a puzzle for the USA border guard. He asked me if I had any cigarettes that "snap, crackle and pop"! and he spent a bit of time thumping the empty barrel.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Charmion
Date: 25 Jun 07 - 01:56 PM

I've never had trouble crossing the border with a whole whack of instruments in the car, although once we were asked if we possessed any "narcotics". When we were done falling about laughing, we realized the U.S. officer-type person was quite serious and answered him seriously, at which point he favoured us with his opinions on Canadian wacky-terbacky and waved us through. If we say we're going to a folk festival (that is, if we are) we always say we are not performing for money. Otherwise, we just say we're visiting friends -- also true. Either way, we have always been waved through.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 26 Jun 07 - 07:41 AM

one friend had his car ashtray examined. they took it away for a while, then came back with a test-tube full of liquid and said it tested positive for traces of pot. (he never touches the stuff) they bawled him out, but ended up letting him across anyway (?)

another guy had put his prescription pills in an unmarked bottle. They seized his car, and it took weeks to get it back!

strange border events seem pretty random, and rare. most people just get waved through, "have a nice day", but you never can tell. Maybe the guards just get bored.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 26 Jun 07 - 11:37 PM

Azizi
So far I have had no luck but I'm hoping a few contacts still remaining will be able to video for you tube.

Further to this...........If you are sure you are coming please p.m me with your real name and I will have your tickets paid for. All you will have to do is find me once in and settle up.
beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 26 Jun 07 - 11:49 PM

Don't forget Mudcatters to bring your instruments.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Azizi
Date: 27 Jun 07 - 12:12 AM

Beer, the idea about videotaping some parts of the festival was just a random thought. If it can't be done this year, maybe next year.

I'm not even sure if it's a good idea of not. If acts were videotaped, it seems to me that it's important to have the prior written consent of the artist/s. And I also think that when and how the video tape would be used would also have to be spelled out. So I suppose that means the involvement of some lawyer type people.[??]

As to the second part of your 26 Jun 07 - 11:37 PM post, I'm assuming that statement was for all the readers of this thread.

Regrettably, I'm not able to attend this festival. But I definitely hope that all goes well.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 27 Jun 07 - 11:28 PM

Thank you for the best wishes.
And you are correct it was meant for "Catters" that are coming. To much beer I guess.
Beer

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 03 Jul 07 - 11:37 AM

Susan and Dick refresh your cookie. I've sent you a p.m.
I don't know why but on my computer I have to refresh every once in a while. When I do there are time that I have messages which hadn't show before
Beer

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Susan of DT
Date: 03 Jul 07 - 03:42 PM

Adrien - I answered you early yesterday.
What size/color tee shirt did you want? Dick mentioned you wanted one and a quick scan of the postings did not show it to me.

Anyone else want a mudcat tee shirt?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 03 Jul 07 - 05:18 PM

I sent the information as a p/m message.
I will get back this evening on your other requests.
The above message was meant for Edumond and Charmion. Sorry about that.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: CET
Date: 03 Jul 07 - 07:06 PM

Beer:

Our cookie is OK, I think. We should be able to receive a PM. I will send you one.

Edmund

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 04 Jul 07 - 03:29 PM

Gnu. You are the winner of a free pass. Oh well, maybe next year when you can make it.
Beer

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: C. Ham
Date: 05 Jul 07 - 11:41 PM

I was just listening to the podcast version of Mike Regenstreif's Folk Roots/Folk Branches from ckutfolk.com (July 5 edition) and he mentioned that he'll be giving away some tickets to the Ormstown Branches & Roots Festival on his show of July 19.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 06 Jul 07 - 09:40 PM

You are correct and he should also be giving away tickets on the 26th. He will be having Ron Hynes and Bruce Murdoch live on his show on the 26th as well.
We are also expecting to have free tickets on radio C.B.C. f.m. and CHOM f.m. Hopefully this will be finalized this coming week.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: InOBU
Date: 11 Jul 07 - 07:41 AM

Everything looks like it works for Genie and I, we are going to be in Quebec ... we will be there one of the days... I'll just figure the detail out with genie... lor

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 11 Jul 07 - 08:17 AM

Super.
I sent you a p/m/
Beer
(adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 16 Jul 07 - 11:58 PM

I haven't seen Bruce Murdoch since the sixties; I mainly remember him cursing the audience in coffeehouses if anyone so much as rattled an ashtray while he sang.

One evening I was listening to him at one of those Montreal coffeehouses when an older drunk came in and started muttering loudly as BM sang. He stopped in the middle of a song and said, "Excuse me sir, do you have something to say?"

The drunk replied, "I was sayin', I think that's the most beautiful thing I ever heard..."

Bruce was briefly struck dumb. After a long pause, he said, "Well... ...thank you..." and went back to singing....

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Peace
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 12:12 AM

I am quite sure you're confusing Bruce with someone else, John. However, I will seek out the guy drinking scotch and say hello, assuming you are still going to the festival.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 01:26 AM

I agree that it's a little mean to recall this story, but everyone was cranky on stage in those days, and I just thought it was funny, kind of a sign of those times....

...but my memory is clear, he was singing Rompin Roving Days, and had just come to this line...

"all my life I've been quickly cast aside, tho my handshake never meant less than your own..."

...when he stopped...

...unless there's another Bruce Murdoch?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Peace
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 01:35 AM

Definitely some other guy, John.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Azizi
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 04:57 AM

That's a great story, John.

Thanks for sharing it.

But about that last line in your story, the one about Bruce being briefly struck dumb...well...

nevermind...

LOL!

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Azizi
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 05:08 AM

Just for the record, I consider Bruce Murdoch to be one of the most intelligent members of Mudcat.

And I never heard him curse

well That is...I mean I never heard him curse. I mean I never seen him curse. I mean I never read him curse.

I mean...




Nevermind.

Carry on.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Peace
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 06:06 AM

Thanks.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Peace
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 06:06 AM

With that, I'm off this thread.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,meself
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 08:23 AM

Has anyone PMed John and let him in on the joke?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,meself
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 08:42 AM

Okay, I just did the honours ...

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 17 Jul 07 - 08:57 AM

So Beace and Pruce are the same guy? (it became obvious as the dialogue went on...) How come I'm the only totally non-anonymous guy here?

Anyway, I saw him perform many times, always enjoyed it, and will no doubt enjoy his return, and trust that we will have an amiable encounter.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 19 Jul 07 - 07:24 PM

Hay Raptor I appreciate what you have done in starting this thread.
We have Bobad and his wife coming.
Peace will be performing.
Charmion and Edumond will be here
Dick and Susan as well.
Now we also have Ragdall coming in her 1978? station wagon from B.C. and Emma B flying in from England.
Plus a new edition to Mudcat who will be leaning at the Bar is John Weldon whom once introduced I will buy a double scotch for him.
Other mentions that may still show up or have been great contributors to this thread that I want to say thank you as well are Bee, Azizi, Number #6, ImBou,C.Ham, Mooh, and my Herring Chocker from N.B. Gnu. Hope I haven't forgotten anyone. If there are any mudcatters out there who are saying yes or maybe, please come. It will be memorable. If it weren't for the great support I have had here I think another festival would have been history.
So thank you.
Beer (adrien)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Bee
Date: 20 Jul 07 - 10:08 AM

I am so jealous of you all that will be there that I've not been able to post in the thread! Husband will be working that weekend and before, so we can't make it. On the upside, you'll be spared hearing my clumsy guitar work! I know it will be a great time, and I hope to make next year, if there is one, or some other festival to meet some of you.

Beer, please pm me if you plan a trip to NS - I know I can make it a few km up the road.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: C. Ham
Date: 20 Jul 07 - 01:18 PM

Barring a last minute glitch at work, I'll be there for the day on Saturday.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 20 Jul 07 - 09:20 PM

Sure hope it works out for you. I may be able to get a bed for you Saturday night if you want. No promises but I think I can work something out. Please do introduce yourself.
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Rapparee
Date: 20 Jul 07 - 09:54 PM

I would be there if I could. I'll just have to content myself with Alberta during the first couple weeks in August.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 20 Jul 07 - 11:45 PM

Rapaire.
Thanks for checking in. Sorry you can't make it as I'm sure you would have some fun. Maybe next year.
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 21 Jul 07 - 10:01 AM

I just noticed that my old friend Chris Crilly will be performing on Saturday. Aside from being a terrific Irish fiddler, he composed the music & did the sound track for many of my films.
Hope you all get a chance to hear him.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: gnu
Date: 21 Jul 07 - 02:22 PM

"...and my Herring Chocker from N.B. Gnu."

For the record, I have never chocked a herring in my life. I'm pretty sure it's against the law, here. If not, it should be. I'm gonna bring it up with the shop steward at the next meeting.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Charmion
Date: 22 Jul 07 - 09:22 PM

Refresh -- I assume Adrien is counting you among the herring-chokers, Gnu. And I bet you don't choke too many herrings either, although I'm fairly sure the process is covered in your collective agreement.

Adrien, could you write a note about camping arrangements at the fairgrounds?

Ch

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 22 Jul 07 - 10:35 PM

Rough camping ( meaning no water or electrical hook up.)is free. Water/electrical $25.00 for the weekend.
See you all soon
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: gnu
Date: 23 Jul 07 - 02:23 PM

Well, of course I have choked herring. And I have chucked herring. And smoked herring. (Yes, they are hard to light, Rapaire.) I'm even hard of herring. I'll clam up, now.

As the time draws nigh, I'll say I hope youse all have a great time. Raise a jar for me. Maybe next year, I'll be there to raise a jar wit' yas.

Drink lots of cold water and walk slow.

g

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Amos
Date: 23 Jul 07 - 05:25 PM

Bruce Murdoch will be there, folks. That makes it more than extraordinary.

A

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: InOBU
Date: 23 Jul 07 - 08:30 PM

Lorcan and Genie will be there Sunday, not for the whole day, but look for a plain dressing Quaker, like on the Oats box.
See you
Lorcan and Genie

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 23 Jul 07 - 08:43 PM

We'll keep our eyes open for you.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 23 Jul 07 - 09:57 PM

Hay Bobad you didn't show me how to do that.
Bobad gave me a lesson on how to do a blue clicky last Saturday. Real easy once you are shown other wise I'm a complete dummy at those things.
Lorcan and Genie will be looking forward in meeting you both.
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 24 Jul 07 - 08:48 AM

My Gal Meg points out that she's posted pix of previous Ormstowns on her moblog site; there are some here....

http://moblog.co.uk/view.php?id=177570

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 24 Jul 07 - 09:44 AM

Thanks for that John.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: gnu
Date: 29 Jul 07 - 11:26 AM

Looking forward to reports, pics, maybe even a youtube?

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: GUEST,meself
Date: 29 Jul 07 - 11:31 AM

wishing I could've been there alrady ...

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: C. Ham
Date: 29 Jul 07 - 11:58 AM

I was there for the day yesterday and had a wonderful time. I didn't get to meet too many Mudcatters, but I ran into several people that I knew on the Montreal coffeehouse scene of decades ago and haven't seen since those days. I got to chat for a moment with Bruce Murdoch but in my enthusiasm forgot to mention I also know him through Mudcat.

There were some excellent performances. Bruce Murdoch was wonderful. His hour on the stage was over much too quickly. His new songs are as great, or greater, than the ones from the 1960's and 70's (although I was really hoping he'd do "Fool Like Me"). He played about half the set by himself and had some fine support from Bob Ryskiewicz on guitar and the superb Chris Crilly on fiddle for the second half. Bruce received a very moving intro from Mike Regenstreif.

Ron Hynes proved himself a masterful performer and as good a singer-songwriter as we have in Canada right now.

Others I really enjoyed included Chris Rawlings, Terry Tufts and the Fat Tuesday Brass Band.

One disappointment was the absence of the Yonder Hill Bluegrass Band who apparently cancelled out at the last minute. I've heard some good reports about them and was looking forward to seeing them.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 29 Jul 07 - 06:44 PM

We just returned from Ormstown and let me say it was a wonderful weekend. I echo what C.Ham had to say about Bruce's set, it went by way too fast and was the highlight of the festival for me and those who gave him a standing ovation, that young man has a bright future.

We met quite a few mudcatters but also missed some who didn't let themselves be known, that's you C.Ham, InOBU, ragdall (who's 1978 station wagon may have let her down).

Thank you Adrien (Beer), your enthusiasm and hard work payed off in producing a festival that will not be soon forgotten.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 29 Jul 07 - 07:44 PM

Thanks Bobad. Got in about an hour ago and just had to slip in my room and do a Mudcat check. Won't write much as I still have a house full of company and also need to have a few relaxing beers.
Beer
I also wish I had mat you C.Ham.
Adrien

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Emma B
Date: 29 Jul 07 - 09:38 PM

Just chilling out (actually it,s pretty hot) in a hostel in downtown Montreal.

Thanks to everyone who helped to make the weekend so very special - looks like I got some video coverage too!

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Noah Zacharin
Date: 30 Jul 07 - 01:41 PM

chiming in.
thanks for the part you all played in what turned out to be a marvelous day for this lapsed mudcatter (who signed up a couple of year's ago through my friendship with the late and lamented/loved Rick Fielding, and then didn't write for two years). I found out about the ormstown fest through a link from promo of another Quebec festival that I'm playing at the end of august. was thrilled to see that my dear friend Bruce would be there--hadn't seen him for decades and missed his music.
so I drove in from toronto to see him (and other musical friends: Chris Rawlings, Terry Tufts, Swift Years, Chris Crilly) and was not disappointed. spent some wonderful time in a beautiful place with beautiful people, and it doesn't get better than that.
and so all the circles intersect. even got to meet Emma B!
thanks to all of you and to adrien for making it happen.
nz

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: rehab11
Date: 31 Jul 07 - 12:06 PM

LIFE IS MADE OF PRESENT MOMENTS BRUCE MURDOCK ON STAGE, FELT LIKE A MOMENT, NOT NEARLY 60 MIN FOR ME AND MANY OTHERS.
His impact on everyone is supernatural, he touches there souls, he awakens their emotional ability to be present, they show up alive, and remember a form of bliss they forgot they had the capaciy to experience. I love the man there are no words to express what he means to so many.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: rehab11
Date: 31 Jul 07 - 12:09 PM

HI emma b have your dress

love deedee

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: john f weldon
Date: 31 Jul 07 - 02:13 PM

Some pix by Ol' Meg.. ...Ron Hynes - EmmaB - Beer - some other guy...

http://moblog.co.uk/blogs.php?start=8&show=7467

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Amos
Date: 31 Jul 07 - 02:25 PM

Looks like Bobert summat.


A

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: bobad
Date: 31 Jul 07 - 08:57 PM

Pics

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 31 Jul 07 - 10:20 PM

C. Ham
Yonder Hill if you ever have a chance, catch them they will blow you away. Yes they were canceled but for very good reasons. I was as disappointed as you.
Adrien (beer)

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Janie
Date: 31 Jul 07 - 11:12 PM

thanks for posting the pics! It is so good to see the mugs behind the voices here on the 'Cat. Looks like it was lovely!

janie

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: rumanci
Date: 01 Aug 07 - 08:01 AM

Thanks to john and bobad for sharing some pics and to the rest of you for sharing some of the festival with us. It looked like a lot of fun and great entertainment with some good people involved.
Congratulations y'all !
rum

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Willie-O
Date: 01 Aug 07 - 12:02 PM

Wish I could've. (My constant refrain these days). But I had a gig with my daughter on Saturday morning :) and a bunch more family obligations which are taking up all my time these days (eldercare mostly).

Now then. Ron Hynes = "as good a singer-songwriter as we have in Canada right now."   Now THAT's excessively faint praise. Ron is the master. Right up there with Lightfoot, Tyson and Rogers--at their best, not just "right now".

W-O

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: gnu
Date: 01 Aug 07 - 01:59 PM

What rum said... plus, I am anxious to see more pics, hear more stories and reviews. Enjoying such events vicariously through others is better than not at all! I have managed to make it an art form over the past few years.

Thanks in adavnce.

Subject: RE: Canadian Mudcat Meet: Ormstown Quebec-July
From: Beer
Date: 03 Aug 07 - 04:12 PM

Some pictures of this years festival are now on our web site.
Festival