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Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2009 11:17 am
by RobS
jleonard wrote:What is the agenda like on friday afternoon?
Jay
I think Capt Dave was right on here, nothing specific on Friday afternoon, just spending time on the dock’s, meeting and greeting fellow members (and their Albins) and having a few drinks.

At least if the weather does not agree, EIM offers nice indoor lounges and the game room.

On Saturday, we can break up into groups and take a few boats for a ride up north on the CT River and then there’s the Sat night cookout on the deck. Any locals, etc. feel free to chime in with some specific recommendations for a cruise up the river?

jcollins wrote:Reservations made. The Afterglow crew will be arriving via Amtrak on the 23rd to relax a little. If anyone is up for dinner that night we are staying at Copper Beech Inn.
Excellent. John, A few of us are planning to arrive mid-week so we'll be sure to keep in touch on that and exchange cell phone numbers.

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2009 1:59 pm
by RobS
I spoke with Dawn at EIM today and learned that since my post of April 30th including the PDF file roster of reserved boats, 3 additional boats have reserved thier slip.

powerboater56 - John & Linda on "Otter" were already on my opening list of those “planning to attend”

Charles on "SEA WINGS" and Thomas on "CAROLINE VI” have reserved. I do not know if these are current members – some quick searches came up empty. Either way, glad to have you. According to EIM, "SEA WINGS" is a 27 and "CAROLINE VI” is a 35.

That brings the “reserved” roster to 16 boats.

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2009 2:40 pm
by jleonard
Any locals, etc. feel free to chime in with some specific recommendations for a cruise up the river?
Take a ride up to Middletown to America's Cup at Harbor Park, tie up and have lunch or a drink or both! :wink:

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Tue Jun 16, 2009 1:00 pm
by jointventure
Rob, Having used Boatpix before they inquired of me of any events they might possibly cover. The contact is www.boatpix.com/events. Don't know if the Rendezvous merits coverage but maybe the boats leaving the river, which is where Joint Venture pix was taken

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Fri Jul 03, 2009 4:27 pm
by bluechip7676
Unfortunately....Blue Chip has to cancel due to a family schedule conflict...sorry as we have relatives nearby Essex also..and many friends...say Hello to Hamburg Cove for us...Peter & Gretchen

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Fri Jul 03, 2009 6:02 pm
by RobS
bluechip7676 wrote:Unfortunately....Blue Chip has to cancel due to a family schedule conflict...sorry as we have relatives nearby Essex also..and many friends...say Hello to Hamburg Cove for us...Peter & Gretchen
You mean we don't come before family?...........sorry to hear but thanks for the heads up.
jointventure wrote:Rob, Having used Boatpix before they inquired of me of any events they might possibly cover. The contact is http://www.boatpix.com/events. Don't know if the Rendezvous merits coverage but maybe the boats leaving the river, which is where Joint Venture pix was taken
I filled out the event form for Boatpix on their website, have not recvd a response yet, will post if I do.

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Fri Jul 03, 2009 6:07 pm
by jcollins
RobS wrote:
bluechip7676 wrote:Unfortunately....Blue Chip has to cancel due to a family schedule conflict...sorry as we have relatives nearby Essex also..and many friends...say Hello to Hamburg Cove for us...Peter & Gretchen
You mean we don't come before family?...........sorry to hear but thanks for the heads up.
jointventure wrote:Rob, Having used Boatpix before they inquired of me of any events they might possibly cover. The contact is http://www.boatpix.com/events. Don't know if the Rendezvous merits coverage but maybe the boats leaving the river, which is where Joint Venture pix was taken
I filled out the event form for Boatpix on their website, have not recvd a response yet, will post if I do.
I keep telling my friends and family. No weddings, funerals, or birthdays during boating season. :)

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2009 5:31 pm
by jointventure
John,
We plan to arrive Monday night at EIM. We'll plan on getting together for dinner- we'll contact you at the Inn. Our cell is 631-<removed by moderator for privacy>.

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2009 5:51 pm
by jointventure
Rob and rendezvousers,
Regarding Friday night on the dock, how about if every boat brings some kind of heavy hors d'oeurve or snack to serve as a floating boat to boat cocktail hour? Joint Ventrue will bring smoked salmon spread with crackers.

Also what do you think about a "category" list of food types for Saturday barbeque, such as "salad", "dessert", "meat", etc. such that each boat could pick and post a favorite to brings and prevent redundancy?

Joint Venture will bring a big bowl of German potato salad and a big (not low cal) dessert.

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2009 5:54 pm
by jcollins
jointventure wrote:John,
We plan to arrive Monday night at EIM. We'll plan on getting together for dinner- we'll contact you at the Inn. Our cell is 631-<removed by moderator for privacy>.
That would be great. Looking forward to it. By the way, your phone number was removed so it wouldn't turn up in Google searches. :wink:

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2009 6:38 pm
by RicM
I'll bring some smoked bluefish pate". It's an RI treat!

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2009 9:27 pm
by RobS
Erika, my first mate, suggested this as well.... "dip night", I think she called it, lol. So Friday everyone plan on a big batch of something... Erika will be making her famous Buffalo Chicken Dip.

As far as Saturday Night' cookout I agree, the only problem is that not everyone checks in here at AOG as often as others :) If you are reading this give your opinion or better yet "whatcha wanna bring?" ... maybe we can catch the other M.I.A.'s via private message next week. I think Erika already posted that she will cook Ribs & Bok Choy Salad. I think cocktails should be byob, right?

btw Ric, we have some leftover Bunker Chum from sharking Saturday if you run out of that famous RI Bluefish Pate...

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2009 7:50 am
by RicM
Give me a week, I'll figure out something to make with it. Of course week old bunker chum is a bit of a challenge to be around,,,,,

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2009 1:02 pm
by RobS
I have received back from EIM the attached Deck Reservation Application

Re: Attendance Update - AOG Essex: July 24th & 25th, 2009

Posted: Thu Jul 09, 2009 10:00 am
by zinbaad
Actually this will be my first & longest over nighter. I am trying to figure what food to bring and share so if you have any suggestions. I should be arriving late Friday afternoon. We are looking forward to meeting all you "Albinee's" :lol: