Boston POTN Meet

[blonde]

btw Mumbles, i need to talk to you before Sunday when you get a chance.. :)

[LFaluade]

Yeah we are almost due for one. I'm guessing sometime after the airshow.

Well, keep me posted...I'd love to join you guys.

[symbolphoto]

hmmmm, i can see myself going to this airshow with you guys :)

I think we have a 1 jew rule, we may be over, i'll double check with Don. =)

I'll give ya a call tonight.

[blonde]

I think we have a 1 jew rule, we may be over, i'll double check with Don. =)


sounds good bro, let me know if you need a backup Jew just in case the first one is out....

[HoRnYTuRbO]

LOL @ 1 jew limit.... whats the air show u speak of, more details please....

Heres my pics from our honeymoon to Asia
HK Victoria Peak
http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/313413205_w3Uu7-L.jpg
Temple in Bangkok, Thailand
http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/311345152_6QmhB-L.jpg

http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/311360490_R6hSL-L.jpg
Wat Pho Temple, Bangkok
http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/311738026_WLVrp-L.jpg
Damnoeon Saduak Floating Market
http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/311708622_JregX-L.jpg
Monkeys in Malaysia
http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/311379938_5Zdmx-L.jpg

http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/311370769_c2XhB-L-1.jpg

[symbolphoto]

Oh man, nice stuff i'm loving that gold one.

[bryanj87]

Nice pictures Vinny! Love the monkey shot! (wow, that almost sounds wrong...)

AFAIK, we are heading to the RI airshow on the 29th of this month. Link. (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=5650274&postcount=2371)
I'm sure Don will chime in soon with all the details. I'm dying to break in my new 40D. :D

[kpratte]

Here you go Ken. Link. (http://www.riairshow.org/)Cool, not sure if I'll be able to get the whole family to go, I think my son (4 1/2) would enjoy it a bunch.

Will a 55-250mm on a crop body be a long enough lens ?

- Ken

[symbolphoto]

Will a 55-250mm on a crop body be a long enough lens ?

- Ken

Well depends. Most airshows that i've been to, the 400mm on the 5d has been perfect. Don has us in a close location, i'm assuming which is why we'll be on a boat, so i'm going to guess that yes the 250 on the crop will be good. I think the purpose of the boat is to get closer than just the airstrip.

http://flickr.com/photos/matt_hintsa/764454214/meta/

Found that. do a search on flickr for 'riairshow' , and look at the exif properties.

[HoRnYTuRbO]

so i'm going to guess that yes the 250 on the crop will be good. I think the purpose of the boat is to get closer than just the airstrip.
.

hmmm... count me in on this too then.. 70-200 w/ a 1.4X should be ok, right?

[symbolphoto]

I believe so yes, Don, when you are available, chime in.

[BBrat]

hmmm... count me in on this too then.. 70-200 w/ a 1.4X should be ok, right?

thats what I used last year when I went to this show and it was perfect. I had it on a 30D then.


Is the boat totally booked yet Don?

[bryanj87]

FYI folks, Don is up in Maine this week shooting puffins. I'm sure he'll check in asap when he can.

[HoRnYTuRbO]

anybody heading out to the parade today?

[symbolphoto]

anybody heading out to the parade today?

I'll be out there, for a short time during lunch. Punk.

[symbolphoto]

hijack
mumbles from NESIC? you dont know me but i was looking at an old thread about a subaru gc build of yours, sick car, congrats, i go by the same handle there

/hijack

Yes, same. :)

[symbolphoto]

ok, i just got an email from don. The maximum number of people he can take is 6.

1. Don
2. Bryan +1
3. Brendan
5. Hornyturbo
6. Let's hold in case don is bringing the wife. Not sure... he's incomunicado.

Who else will confirm, for sure. We need a head count asap. We have 3, we can take 3.

[jingrmai]

sorry to jump in but what's going on? I'm a new photographer and new to this thread. where and what are you guys doing? I might be interested.

thanks!

[HoRnYTuRbO]

ok, i just got an email from don. The maximum number of people he can take is 6.

1. Don
2. Bryan
3. Brendan

Who else will confirm, for sure. We need a head count asap. We have 3, we can take 3.
count me in. We're gonna be on a boat, right?

[HoRnYTuRbO]

sorry to jump in but what's going on? I'm a new photographer and new to this thread. where and what are you guys doing? I might be interested.

thanks!
Welcome and here
Here you go Ken.

Link. (http://www.riairshow.org/)

[bryanj87]

ok, i just got an email from don. The maximum number of people he can take is 6.

1. Don
2. Bryan
3. Brendan

Who else will confirm, for sure. We need a head count asap. We have 3, we can take 3.

It's me and my wife, so we're up to 4. Add Vinny and it's 5.

[symbolphoto]

ok, let's temporarily say 6, because i'm not sure if Don is bringing his wife, let's do a dibs line, whomever posted, they'll be next in line, i guess?

[HoRnYTuRbO]

theres no info on their site, how long do these things last? do we need to pack a lunch?

[symbolphoto]

Yes, def bring a lunch, usually a few hours.

[bryanj87]

theres no info on their site, how long do these things last? do we need to pack a lunch?

I'm guessing we'll be out there 4 hours minimum. I'm packing a lunch, bringing plenty of water and suntan lotion, and a hat. And dramamine. ;)

AFAIK, Don got us in at $70 each and we're leaving Galilee, RI at 9am. Galilee is 45 minutes to an hour South of Providence. We were talking about everyone meeting at the South Attleboro T-stop (Exit 2A off 95 S) and carpooling down there. Once Don gets back, I'm sure we'll finalize it all. :)

[symbolphoto]

Yeah carpooling sounds good to me, as i have no idea where any of those places you mentioned is.

[symbolphoto]

Don, when you see this, is it possible to rent a bigger boat? It appears there is sufficient demand, i have 2 others and the GF that'd like to attend. If Capt. Fred isn't cool with canceling, perhaps he could charter a slightly larger boat?

[GMACK24]

Just wanted to give you guys a heads up on Thursdays Castle Island AKA Fort Independence is open to the public. From Dusk to Sunset. (I guess the actual times vary)
And this will be all summer long.
I was there last Thursday hope u like em
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3140/2575195951_db2f885eeb.jpg
http://www.flickr.com/photos/gmack24/2575195951/

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3066/2575195945_945e032675.jpg

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gmack24/2575195945/

[kpratte]

Don, when you see this, is it possible to rent a bigger boat? It appears there is sufficient demand, i have 2 others and the GF that'd like to attend. If Capt. Fred isn't cool with canceling, perhaps he could charter a slightly larger boat?And don't worry about me.. If I end up going, we'll be on land as I would be bringing my wife and son. He'll get bored on a boat..

- Ken

[bryanj87]

If anyone is interested, there is a Waterfire (http://www.waterfire.org/) in Providence tonight, June 21. Fires start at 8:24 pm. I'm not sure if I'm going yet as I have a bbq this afternoon that may run late. There is another next Saturday eve as well. Lots of good opportunities for night city shots and street candids, and sunset if you get there an hour before. :) I'll check back in here later today.

[symbolphoto]

ok, don just said if we have an additional 6, we could get a bigger boat. Can those that wish to attend try to say so here ASAP. I have me, my GF, and coworker... so i'm 3. Bryan and Wife. Don, (Maybe wife) , Blonde and Hornyturbo?

4 More, any takers?

[HoRnYTuRbO]

count me in

[blonde]

i am in guys.

[BBrat]

I am in, if you get the numbers you need for the bigger boat.:)

[symbolphoto]

ok so that's 3 more... any takers? A rare 'Red Arrows' airshow in Rhode Island? Usually only those overseas get to shoot these..

[woloi]

If anyone is interested, there is a Waterfire (http://www.waterfire.org/) in Providence tonight, June 21. Fires start at 8:24 pm. I'm not sure if I'm going yet as I have a bbq this afternoon that may run late. There is another next Saturday eve as well. Lots of good opportunities for night city shots and street candids, and sunset if you get there an hour before. :) I'll check back in here later today.

It's funny, I was in Providence last night but didn't know about Waterfire until I walked through it in search of a good place for dinner! Didn't actually stay for the lighting though, since we were hungry, but maybe next time?

As far as airshow, if I go it'd be with some other friends from the area and probably sans camera, seeing as my longest lens is an 85mm I feel like I'd probably have some trouble shooting an airshow :p. I get my first "real world" paycheck (with a recruitment bonus!) on Friday though, so a longer lens...or a tripod...or a flash...or filters...or something fun and moderately expensive will be in the works I think.

[symbolphoto]

Ok the boat guys are getting a bit antsy. Understandably. $70. per head for the day.

Location;
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=Quonset+Rd,+North+Kingstown,+Washington,+Rhode+I sland+02852,+United+States&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=93.562328,96.328125&ie=UTF8&cd=1&geocode=0,41.591890,-71.427700&ll=41.595836,-71.40624&spn=0.023236,0.037422&t=h&z=15
Reasons to go to this airshow vs. ones on the ground;

1. Aircraft will be taking off and coming in close just over the water.
2. Red Arrows, which don't do many shows in the US, and when they do, it's never in New England.
3. Switch/Borrow each others gear. I'm personally borrowing a 100-400, Thanks Pat!
4. Learn to Pan and capture slow and fast moving objects.
5. It's cool, plain and simple. Who doesn't like airshows? Birders need apply!

1. Don
2. Bryan
3. Bryan Wife
4. Brendan
5. Brendan GF
6. Brendan Coworker
7. BBrat
8. HornyTurbo
9. blonde
10. CDS?
11. Scottes? (Where the hell are you?)
12. Last one.

Anyone else??

[symbolphoto]

More on the Red Arrows...;

http://flickr.com/photos/sameli/176221473/

http://flickr.com/photos/good_day/199351646/

http://flickr.com/photos/8888822@N08/624161092/

http://flickr.com/photos/abstract_effects/2518922738/

Much more colorful than the Blue Angels or Thunderbirds.

[blonde]

Ok the boat guys are getting a bit antsy. Understandably. $70. per head for the day.

Location;
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=Quonset+Rd,+North+Kingstown,+Washington,+Rhode+I sland+02852,+United+States&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=93.562328,96.328125&ie=UTF8&cd=1&geocode=0,41.591890,-71.427700&ll=41.595836,-71.40624&spn=0.023236,0.037422&t=h&z=15
Reasons to go to this airshow vs. ones on the ground;

1. Aircraft will be taking off and coming in close just over the water.
2. Red Arrows, which don't do many shows in the US, and when they do, it's never in New England.
3. Switch/Borrow each others gear. I'm personally borrowing a 100-400, Thanks Pat!
4. Learn to Pan and capture slow and fast moving objects.
5. It's cool, plain and simple. Who doesn't like airshows? Birders need apply!

1. Don
2. Bryan
3. Bryan Wife
4. Brendan
5. Brendan GF
6. Brendan Coworker
7. BBrat
8. HornyTurbo
9. blonde
10. CDS?
11. Scottes? (Where the hell are you?)
12. Last one.

B,

if we are only missing 2 more people, maybe we can divide the missing $140 between the rest of us and simply go out with less people?

[symbolphoto]

B,

if we are only missing 2 more people, maybe we can divide the missing $140 between the rest of us and simply go out with less people?

I would assume so yes, i'll have to verify.

[bryanj87]

fyi, I PM'd CDS and a few other locals about this. No takers yet. I'd be just fine with splitting the lost seats if it comes down to it.

[CyberDyneSystems]

Sunday, Damn man, yes I'm in!

Thanks for the PM Bryan, I would have missed it all together.

er,. how much? :lol:

I'll back up a page or two and find the info.

[CyberDyneSystems]

Ok the boat guys are getting a bit antsy. Understandably. $70. per head for the day.

Location;
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=Quonset+Rd,+North+Kingstown,+Washington,+Rhode+I sland+02852,+United+States&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=93.562328,96.328125&ie=UTF8&cd=1&geocode=0,41.591890,-71.427700&ll=41.595836,-71.40624&spn=0.023236,0.037422&t=h&z=15
Reasons to go to this airshow vs. ones on the ground;

1. Aircraft will be taking off and coming in close just over the water.
2. Red Arrows, which don't do many shows in the US, and when they do, it's never in New England.
3. Switch/Borrow each others gear. I'm personally borrowing a 100-400, Thanks Pat!
4. Learn to Pan and capture slow and fast moving objects.
5. It's cool, plain and simple. Who doesn't like airshows? Birders need apply!

1. Don
2. Bryan
3. Bryan Wife
4. Brendan
5. Brendan GF
6. Brendan Coworker
7. BBrat
8. HornyTurbo
9. blonde
10. CDS?
11. Scottes? (Where the hell are you?)
12. CDS!!!!

Anyone else??

I'm so in!

The link is to Quonset airport,.
is that where we get on the boat?

I saw Galilee mentioned,.
I am in Warwick RI which may be on the way for many of you (i'm right off the highway)

If anyone wants to car pool, I bet we could save a bit on parking.
My truck only holds two comfortably though (with PLENTY of room for cargo)
There are two fold out rumble seats in the back access cab.

[symbolphoto]

I posted the map for those on the fence about going, to get a feeling of how close we'll be on the water. It'll be a bit different than being in the crowd sans hands, arms and little kids. We'll have clear shots and i'm hoping for some incredible stuff taking off personally.

[CyberDyneSystems]

Yes, for Quonsett, on the water will be AMAZING

[BBrat]

I am good for paying extra if the needed slots are not filled.:)

[symbolphoto]

1. Don
2. Bryan
3. Bryan Wife
4. Brendan
5. Brendan GF
6. Brendan Coworker
7. BBrat
8. HornyTurbo
9. blonde
10. CDS

Latest list... just 2 more, come on guys....

[symbolphoto]

This is the briefing i got on the airshow;

first schedule from briefing, subject to change as always.

Friday media day they don't want us on till 11am due to MP unit coming in on Thursday and the ramp not fully set up yet. No military practices prior to that time anyway. Red Arrows don't practice Thurs or Friday. PAO was told they don't normally practice at new fields....

10:00-Black Daggers Opening jump
10:15-Tucker 2 ship
10:25-Frank Ryder
10:40-A-8B demo
10:55-Mike Goulian
11:10-Hamil Teaser
11:25-John Klatt
11:40- C-130J demo
11:50 RWY Sweep
12:00- B-2 Flyby Sat (Sun B-52 flyby0
12:10- Black Daggers
12:25- F-18C Demo
12:40- Ed Hamill
12:55- Frank Ryder
13:10- Shockwave
13:20-Mike Goulian
13:35-F-15E Demo
13:50 Heritage Flight
14:00-Julie Clark
14:15- AV-8B Demo
14:30- Sean Tucker
14:45- Combined Arms demo (no jets for demo but Pyro is confirmed)
15:00- John Klatt
15:15- Red Arrows.


Friday Night just north of USCG house this year, at Narragnasett Town beach.

18:00 Jump
18:15- Frank Ryder
18:30-John Klatt
18:45-Jule Clark
19:00-Sean Tucker
19:15-C-130J with F-18 in trail.

[20DNewbie]

I'll see if I can get out of working on Sat. so maybe I'll be able to make it(it's still on for Sun. morning correct?). I'll get back to you guys ASAP on it.http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/23/23_29_107v.gif

[Cap'nFred]

Hi Everybody, This is Capt. Fred. I am happy to see that there is a lot of interest in the Quonset airshow. I think there is some confusion about regarding the boat or boats. We are licensed Charter boats and as such can only take up to 6 persons at a time on the boat. When I talked to Don he told me that there were more than 6 people interested in the trip and I told he we could add another boat and that boat could also take up to 6 persons. So, in effect when we go over the 6th we need an additional boat. All the boats will be about the same size. The total cost is $420 per boat or $70 per person. If you have five people it is still $420 for the boat. The trip will leave Galilee, R.I. at 9AM on Sunday. We will be viewing the airshow from a vantage point close to the end of the runway. The show will end after the Red Arrows performance at approx. 4PM. We will return to Galilee at that time. On the way to the airshow and back, you will have an opportunity to photograph a few Lighthouses together with various seabirds and if were lucky, some resident Osprey's. You need to take your lunch and something to drink as the sea air helps to bring on an appetite. For those of you who fear getting seasick... I suggest you wear the patch. (TRANSDERM V) You can call your physician and he will call the prescription in to your pharmacy. Remember, an ounce of prevention...is worth a pound of cure. The boat is located at Dock S-S in Galilee, R.I. and we will leave at 9am. For directions to the boat you can go to my website and (click on directions) on the homepage. I hope that I have cleared up any misunderstandings and look forward to meeting you all. If you have any further questions or concerns I am as near as your keyboard. Drop me an e-mail. Sincerely, Capt. Fred Gallagher Kerritim Charters

[Cap'nFred]

OOPS! I forgot to include my web page address
http://www.kerritimcharters.com my e-mail addres is kerritimboat@cox.net


Regards, Capt. Fred Gallagher

[HoRnYTuRbO]

Sup Capt Fred see yah Sunday, can we fish too?

[bryanj87]

Thanks for checking in, Captain! I think you answered most everyone's questions. Except for this one....there's a bathroom on the boat, correct?

[Cap'nFred]

Hi Bryan, Yes, there is a bathroom on the boat. Capt. Fred

[donlavange]

If we are short just 2, I would be willing to pony up to defray the cost on the second boat, but I think then that each boat should have 5 so that the room is maxed!

I figure we will leave the South Attleboro train station parking lot at 8AM and I have a chrysler 300C,so I can take 4 in addition to myself. Southbound on 95, take Rt 1A exit South and take the first right just past the Mobil station and loop around to the left and enter the lot. I will be there before 8.

Are we still getting together Sat night Brendan??

Fred, do you know what the weather policy is on air shows??

[donlavange]

I'm so in!

The link is to Quonset airport,.
is that where we get on the boat?

I saw Galilee mentioned,.
I am in Warwick RI which may be on the way for many of you (i'm right off the highway)

If anyone wants to car pool, I bet we could save a bit on parking.
My truck only holds two comfortably though (with PLENTY of room for cargo)
There are two fold out rumble seats in the back access cab.

The boat is located at Dock S-S in Galilee, R.I. and we will leave at 9am. For directions to the boat you can go to my website and (click on directions)

http://www.kerritimcharters.com my e-mail addres is kerritimboat@cox.net

[symbolphoto]

Are we still getting together Sat night Brendan??


Hey Don, i'll be shooting a wedding up until midnight on saturday. I'll be driving back from NYC sunday morn. I would have preferred to stop by your place, but i won't be getting in until like 3am, so that doesn't really work. I'll just catch up with you guys in the A.M.

[bryanj87]

Don, how'd you make out with the puffins? We were beginning to think you just moved up there and joined the flock. ;)

Anyway, we can drive some people down as well if everyone is meeting at the South Attleboro T-stop. We have room for 2 adults(or 3 if you know each other really well) plus room for gear in my Mazda hatchback and we'll follow you down there. We'll be there a bit before 8am as well.

It's Exit 2A off 95 South. I'm not sure if you have to pay for parking on weekends there, but it's only like 2 or 3 bucks a day if you do.

[donlavange]

Hey Don, i'll be shooting a wedding up until midnight on saturday. I'll be driving back from NYC sunday morn. I would have preferred to stop by your place, but i won't be getting in until like 3am, so that doesn't really work. I'll just catch up with you guys in the A.M.

So obviously, you will be meeting us at the pier in Galilee since that would be the shortest Route returning from NYC!

[Cap'nFred]

Hi Don, The air show goes on Rain or Shine....Fred

[donlavange]

Don, how'd you make out with the puffins? We were beginning to think you just moved up there and joined the flock. ;)

Anyway, we can drive some people down as well if everyone is meeting at the South Attleboro T-stop. We have room for 2 adults(or 3 if you know each other really well) plus room for gear in my Mazda hatchback and we'll follow you down there. We'll be there a bit before 8am as well.

It's Exit 2A off 95 South. I'm not sure if you have to pay for parking on weekends there, but it's only like 2 or 3 bucks a day if you do.

The entire period of my visit was plagued by weather. Fog banks were so heavy, not much was moving. One apparently sunny day, I booked a trip with a 89ft schooner sailboat for my Granddaughter and 2 of my great grandchildren and we were turned back because of fog.

I plan to make the trip again when the long range forecast is close to perfect. But the place (Jonesport) is approximately a 7 and a half hour haul, so it won't be a one day trip and not a weekend. I plan to talk to the boat operator to see which day the load is the lightest so as to have a better position in the hide.

I so wanted to get it done before the school vacations, but "such is life"! Anyone interested?

[donlavange]

Anyway, we can drive some people down as well if everyone is meeting at the South Attleboro T-stop. We have room for 2 adults(or 3 if you know each other really well) plus room for gear in my Mazda hatchback and we'll follow you down there. We'll be there a bit before 8am as well.

It's Exit 2A off 95 South. I'm not sure if you have to pay for parking on weekends there, but it's only like 2 or 3 bucks a day if you do.

I was thinking, maybe I will drive Pauline's Lexus SUV which does not hold more people, but the back seat may be more comfortable for 3 and the gear might pack better!

[donlavange]

Hi Don, The air show goes on Rain or Shine....Fred

Ahhh! thus the Puke bags!

[BBrat]

does anyone know the forcast for Sunday around the airshow area?

[symbolphoto]

It's looking a bit like rain, however we all know how that goes... It's a rain or shine event. If anything it'll be a good backdrop other than the usual blue skies.. especially with the colorful smoke the red arrows push out.

[HoRnYTuRbO]

they still fly if its raining?

[symbolphoto]

they still fly if its raining?

Yep, otherwise the russians could attack us during periods of downpour. :)

[symbolphoto]

Actually, another question for you folks, does anyone have a spare body laying around that my GF can use with my 70-200? .. her film camera broke :rolleyes:

[HoRnYTuRbO]

Actually, another question for you folks, does anyone have a spare body laying around that my GF can use with my 70-200? .. her film camera broke :rolleyes:

my cousin has my XT, if u like i can call him when i get off from work....

[symbolphoto]

my cousin has my XT, if u like i can call him when i get off from work....

That'd be greeeeaaat!

[blonde]

B, if Vin can't get the XT, i can bring my wife's XT :)

[symbolphoto]

Sweet, whatever is eaasier. thanks guys. Btw, snir pics are looking good, probably have them ready tomorrow. And let's just say that... i caught the 85 1.2 bug. =)

[blonde]

heheh, i knew you would :)

[HoRnYTuRbO]

yo B, you might wanna use Snir's as my cousin used it for paintball and it prob needs a good cleaning...

[blonde]

i will just bring my wife's XT with me..

[symbolphoto]

Thanks Snir.

Well the good news is www.wunderground.com keeps lowering their probability for rain. Before it was 70%, then 60% now it's down to 50%.

[bryanj87]

Thanks Snir.

Well the good news is www.wunderground.com (http://www.wunderground.com) keeps lowering their probability for rain. Before it was 70%, then 60% now it's down to 50%.

Accuweather, weather.com and one of the local stations is pretty much saying warm and humid with a few showers or thunderstorms. Trash bags for our gear might be a good idea, maybe even a rain coat or umbrella. It doesn't look like a washout, but we'll probably get rained on at some point.

Don, will we be able to get there for 9am if we leave at 8am from South Attleboro? I have a feeling that might be cutting it close, but I'm sure Cap'n Fred won't leave without us!

[symbolphoto]

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=4898250845656352757,41.374021,-71.498552&saddr=1675+commonwealth+ave,+brighton+ma&daddr=Sand+Hill+Cove+Rd+%4041.374021,+-71.498552&mra=pi&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=17&sll=41.37193,-71.499045&sspn=0.005749,0.007274&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=9

is this the correct boat-loading area? Point B

[HoRnYTuRbO]

man.. we should do some fishing while were down there =)

[20DNewbie]

http://www.extremefunnypictures.com/comment/sad_smile.gif

[scotteisenphotography]

I'm sorta late on this one. I think you guys are going out on a boat. I obviously can't go on this, but lookout for a big 75 foot fishing yacht out on the water. That's me!

[HoRnYTuRbO]

I'm sorta late on this one. I think you guys are going out on a boat. I obviously can't go on this, but lookout for a big 75 foot fishing yacht out on the water. That's me!
When u see someone climbing aboard with a canon camera, that'll be me :D
just dont park in front of us :D

[scotteisenphotography]

When u see someone climbing aboard with a canon camera, that'll be me :D
just dont park in front of us :D

Hah, i'll block you. We have a view from about 60 feet up on the tower =]

[CyberDyneSystems]

We're going to need a bigger boat!

:lol:

[donlavange]

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=4898250845656352757,41.374021,-71.498552&saddr=1675+commonwealth+ave,+brighton+ma&daddr=Sand+Hill+Cove+Rd+%4041.374021,+-71.498552&mra=pi&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=17&sll=41.37193,-71.499045&sspn=0.005749,0.007274&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=9

is this the correct boat-loading area? Point B

That is it. !!

[symbolphoto]

I'm seeing some photos that are coming out of the show today (can't link, need to be a member of that forum), holy moly... we'll be darn close. Hopefully they don't keep us more than 100ft off the shoreline.

[bryanj87]

FYI, for those heading directly to the boat tomorrow, directions from Cap'n Freds website:

From Massachusetts and Points North - Take Rt. 95 South to Exit 9 (on left). Follow Rt. 4 South to Rt. 1 South. Continue on Rt. 1 South to the Narragansett Rt.108 exit. Go left on Rt. 108 South (approx. 3 miles) Go past Fisherman's Memorial Campground and take next right at light onto Galilee Escape Road. Take a right at the end of the Escape Rd. (go approx.400’) and take a quick left into the parking lot. The KERRITIM is located on Dock “S-S” in front of a two story grey building housing Captain's Tackle.

For those meeting at the South Attleboro MBTA stop:

95 S to exit 2A. Turn right immediately after the Mobil Gas Station. Follow the road around the main parking lot on the left. Pull into that main lot just before the bridge. We'll meet there and be on the road at 8AM.

Don't forget to pack a lunch and bring plenty of water. :)

[donlavange]

I'm seeing some photos that are coming out of the show today (can't link, need to be a member of that forum), holy moly... we'll be darn close. Hopefully they don't keep us more than 100ft off the shoreline.

I think I am going to bring Pauline's car for the comfort. So I will be at the South Attleboro train station BEFORE 8:00AM tomorrow (Sunday 6/29). I will be in a Gold Lexus SUV. This has a more comfortable back seat and more room for gear.

[BBrat]

Is there an address I can punch in my GPS for the dock? I checked the website but that address is for Shannock R.I.

the dock is in Galilee, and I cant seem to find an address??

[donlavange]

Is there an address I can punch in my GPS for the dock? I checked the website but that address is for Shannock R.I.

the dock is in Galilee, and I cant seem to find an address??

If you go by "Sand Hill Cove" , the state beach, you will end right at Galilee Harbor. If you are coming down 95, jump off on 1A in S Attleboro and we can caravan down if you like.

If you want a GPS point, the closest is : Port O Call, 2 State Street, Galilee, RI+1 401-083-2900. On Fridays has $5 pitchers, $2 mixed drinks, $2 Bud and Bud light bottles.

The boat is right by the Port O Call. (The reference to beer and mixed drinks is not location related!)

[donlavange]

We need to get on record (read $$) with Fred and the other Captain with some CC numbers..

Call Fred @:

401-829-7856 or 401-432-5226 to lock your spots.

Don

[bryanj87]

We need to get on record (read $$) with Fred and the other Captain with some CC numbers..

Call Fred @:

401-829-7856 or 401-432-8256 to lock your spots.

Don

Done.

Fred and the other captain really need us all to check in with CC numbers to secure our spots.

[donlavange]

1. Don
2. Bryan
3. Bryan Wife
4. Brendan
5. Brendan GF
6. Brendan Coworker
7. BBrat
8. HornyTurbo
9. blonde
10. CDS

Latest list... just 2 more, come on guys....

Have we added Brendan's coworkers wife for sure. Hope so, the more the merrier!

[donlavange]

Done.

Fred and the other captain really need us all to check in with CC numbers to secure our spots.

Gee, I need it to, I guaranteed them with my CC!

[Cap'nFred]

If you have a GPS Set your destination to 33 State St. Galilee, R.I. That is the Address for the port O Call Restaurant. I am located on Dock S-S in Galilee, R.I. I will have my cell phone on in the AM. 401-829-7856 cell 401- 432-5226 2nd cell phone
If you do not contact me with your CC number...I can not guarantee your spot on the 2nd boat. You can reach me on either of those phone numbers today. YOU MUST REALIZE THAT I NEED TO GUARANTEE THE OTHER CAPTAIN THAT HE WILL BE PAID FOR THE DAY AND WITHOUT YOUR DEPOSIT, HE WILL NOT HAVE THAT ASSURANCE. REMEMBER ..HE PASSED UP A FISHING CHARTER TO TAKE THIS TRIP AND HE WILL NOT BE A HAPPY CAMPER... IF THE PEOPLE WHO SAID THEY WANTED TO BE INCLUDED, DO NOT SHOW UP! Thank you for your understanding. Capt. Fred

[Cap'nFred]

Hi Don, Just a quick note... You had one of my cell phone numbers incorrect.. it is 401-432-5226 See you in the AM Regards, Capt. Fred

PS. As far as the weather is concerned...it looks to be fine. I would not put too much emphasis on the long range forcasts...they have a difficult time getting the short term forcasts correct. Instead of putting all that money into doppler radar when they build weather stations...they should just install windows.... I remember the winter 2 years ago...I shoveled about 40" of partly cloudy that year. DON'T WORRY ABOUT THE WEATHER...JUST SHOW UP!

[BBrat]

We need to get on record (read $$) with Fred and the other Captain with some CC numbers..

Call Fred @:

401-829-7856 or 401-432-5226 to lock your spots.

Don


Done:D

[BBrat]

Hopefully everyone checks in with the Captain?

[CyberDyneSystems]

Argh,
A little late for me to t=do that.
We had a busy day in the Mod dept today and I somehow missed Bryans PM.

I'll be there tomorrow with cash though.

[CyberDyneSystems]

Instead of putting all that money into doppler radar when they build weather stations...they should just install windows.... I remember the winter 2 years ago...I shoveled about 40" of partly cloudy that year. DON'T WORRY ABOUT THE WEATHER...JUST SHOW UP!

Oh my God, I know exactly what you mean. I remember that winter,

and my favorite is "chance of showers" being reported Live on the local news, and it's raining cats and dogs..
Can't they look out the window before going on the air?

And th best is "Live, Doppler Radar, the only station is southern new england with live data from our doppler 10,000 radar..."

Well, thanks but, I prefer to get my weather from the station that has enough confidence in there ability to predict the weather 15 minutes from now, "live" doesn't help much as I already know what it's doing now. (back to the window I'm afraid)

[donlavange]

Argh,
A little late for me to t=do that.


I'll say, in anticipation, I was sawing wood long before this hour!

[CyberDyneSystems]

See you on the dock soon!

[bryanj87]

Hey, we had a great time at the airshow. It was good to finally meet some more of you guys here! We had awesome weather and I think I got some decent shots. I'll post later after I get 'em off my portable HD (25GB worth!). Cap'n Fred provided us a smooth ride out there, and got us into some great spots for the flyovers. Now I just need to get my land legs back!!!!

[HoRnYTuRbO]

i just got home too and it was nice seeing everybody again and meetin new faces. Big Thanks to who ever got this rolling.
is it me or is the room still swaying!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :confused::confused:

[20DNewbie]

Glad the weather ended up working out for you all, looking forward to the pics.

[BBrat]

I had a great time as well and it was nice to see some new faces and familiar ones too. What does someone suggest to keep the monitor from rocking?

[woloi]

I had a great time as well and it was nice to see some new faces and familiar ones too. What does someone suggest to keep the monitor from rocking?

Have a beer? :p

I actually wound up getting out to the area (by boat) just in time for the biplane and the red arrows. A few buddies of mine from work got a boat and we headed out from Newport. We were right by the big coast guard ship most of the time, got a couple of cool flyovers by the red arrows. I didn't bring my camera though, since it was a tiny boat and we got kinda soaked on the way back to Newport. There were a few times though that my 85mm on my XTi would've been long enough...

Look forward to seeing all of your shots, especially since I've got none myself!

[blonde]

please make the room stop moving...... :(

[Becca]

Sounds like you guys had a great day! But from all of the spinning going on tonight, I think I'm glad I missed this one! ;)

Can't wait to see some photos!

[donlavange]

Sounds like you guys had a great day! But from all of the spinning going on tonight, I think I'm glad I missed this one! ;)

Can't wait to see some photos!

Oh Becca! We missed you so much. Why didn't you come!

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/colormechanic/2623371578/" title="Climbing Jet by colormechanic, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3141/2623371578_dd333e1cdd_b.jpg" width="1024" height="788" alt="Climbing Jet" /></a>

PS: Crap. I never remember how to do this. Go to my flickr site, Colormechanic)

[donlavange]

please make the room stop moving...... :(

It was really moving while you were snoozing!

[Becca]

Fantastic shots, Don!

I'll tell ya... I debated this trip until last night. It really sounded like fun, but it was a long drive down from NH and I'm leaving on vacation to Michigan on Thursday so I decided to stay home. I'll have to live vicariously through you guys on this one!

[donlavange]

Fantastic shots, Don!

I'll tell ya... I debated this trip until last night. It really sounded like fun, but it was a long drive down from NH and I'm leaving on vacation to Michigan on Thursday so I decided to stay home. I'll have to live vicariously through you guys on this one!

Thanks Becca, we really had a great time. . . . and it wasn't cold like the snowmobile trip!

What a fun bunch of people. I am loving POTN!

I may go up to Maine this next week or the next and try again to catch the Puffins. I will post here on my plans. If anyone is interested, let me know. Since I plan to go to Jonesport to get to the island with the hide, it may be a couple day trip (retirement is Hell!).

[CyberDyneSystems]

Too tired , sore and sunburned to even look at photos (man I forgot to protect my face!)
Off to Bed,
Don, those shots look great!

It was great fun!

[holland_patrick]

Well after trying to meet up with mumbles to hand off my 100-400 I now reilize that damm i was in the parking lot near you guys...but left there around 8:45( was to meeet up with the mumbles at 8) so the wires got crossed.. anyway the only planes i got to see was two c-130's flying low over the beach house...

CDS I would have love to hang with you for a few min... damm I should have checked the thread,.. :(

[symbolphoto]

Patrick, thanks for coming out, i apologize about the whole meeting up debacle. I wasn't thinking clearly and figured you were going to meet us at the meeting spot at 9am. How i figured that, i have no idea. lol... (Disclaimer: i was running on 2 hours of sleep)

Don, i had a great time thanks for setting that one up. I'm burnt to high heaven, but i'll survive. Tell Fred thanks again!

It was good seeing everyone come out, i hope this won't be our last outing this year in the larger numbers, but hopefully the next meet will prove a little more fruitful.

[HoRnYTuRbO]

http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/322696236_ScFJz-M.jpg

[blonde]

It was really moving while you were snoozing!

dude, i have to say that it was one of the best naps i have had in the past year or so. too bad i didn't have any sunscreen on when i took it....

[20DNewbie]

Thanks Becca, we really had a great time. . . . and it wasn't cold like the snowmobile trip!

What a fun bunch of people. I am loving POTN!

I may go up to Maine this next week or the next and try again to catch the Puffins. I will post here on my plans. If anyone is interested, let me know. Since I plan to go to Jonesport to get to the island with the hide, it may be a couple day trip (retirement is Hell!).

Hey Don, have you seen this thread (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=525800)? It's only a bit farther up the coast.:rolleyes::lol:

[donlavange]

Hey Don, have you seen this thread (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=525800)? It's only a bit farther up the coast.:rolleyes::lol:

Thanks Christian! Do you know if the destination from Jonesport and Cutler is the same Island. I guess they both have landing permits and get you where the Puffins are.

I want to see and record these beautiful creatures so very much!

UPDATE:
I checked and the both go to the same island. Anyone know which is the preferred carrier? They are each $100 for the trip and get you ashore for up to two hours. Cutler is a longer drive from the South!

[donlavange]

Patrick, thanks for coming out, i apologize about the whole meeting up debacle. I wasn't thinking clearly and figured you were going to meet us at the meeting spot at 9am. How i figured that, i have no idea. lol... (Disclaimer: i was running on 2 hours of sleep)

Don, i had a great time thanks for setting that one up. I'm burnt to high heaven, but i'll survive. Tell Fred thanks again!

It was good seeing everyone come out, i hope this won't be our last outing this year in the larger numbers, but hopefully the next meet will prove a little more fruitful.

Thanks Brendan! I talked to Fred today and he said that he was upset by the change on how close we could get. Last year, they allowed a much closer approach. I think it is time to rent an elevated platform!

[donlavange]

http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/322696236_ScFJz-M.jpg

Vin: Just wondering what you thought of the 2X converter?

[HoRnYTuRbO]

Vin: Just wondering what you thought of the 2X converter?
hmmm.. doing the vida loca and trying to focus on a dot gets a little sketchy. most of my shots came out soft and OOF but what yah expect. but hey... its better then nothing :D and i got a great tan!! and went home with a bag of lobsters too!!!

IE
http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/323010222_mFvHv-M.jpg

http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/323010010_Bi5mh-M.jpg

http://vincents.smugmug.com/photos/323010562_ZFRnn-M.jpg

[donlavange]

hmmm.. doing the vida loca and trying to focus on a dot gets a little sketchy. most of my shots came out soft and OOF but what yah expect. but hey... its better then nothing :D and i got a great tan!! and went home with a bag of lobsters too!!!

]

Wow, you got some beauties! Great job! Are these cropped? I bet you can see the grin on the pilot's faces if you zoom in! Great time, Vin.

[donlavange]

I think that we should make this the official drink of the "Boston POTN meet group":

http://www.lavidalocawinery.com/

[bryanj87]

Really nice shots Don and HornyToad, er, um, I mean turbo... : )

Here's a few of mine and my wife's:
http://www.bryanbzdula.com/newpics/albums/userpics/ri-airshow-01.jpg
http://www.bryanbzdula.com/newpics/albums/userpics/ri-airshow-02.jpg
http://www.bryanbzdula.com/newpics/albums/userpics/ri-airshow-03.jpg
http://www.bryanbzdula.com/newpics/albums/userpics/ri-airshow-04.jpg
http://www.bryanbzdula.com/newpics/albums/userpics/ri-airshow-05.jpg
http://www.bryanbzdula.com/newpics/albums/userpics/ri-airshow-06.jpg
http://www.bryanbzdula.com/newpics/albums/userpics/ri-airshow-07.jpg
http://www.bryanbzdula.com/newpics/albums/userpics/ri-airshow-08.jpg

[BBrat]

some nice shots Bryan and Vinny. I am still down loading mine, hope to get some up tomorrow...:D

[terrormav]

wow!!! looks like you guys had fun. sorry i missed it. but im in PR and having fun. here's a few to get started will post more

Local 5 Star...lol
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0043.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0022.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0042.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0030.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0090.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0061-1.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0024.jpg

[kpratte]

Great photos from the airshow!

Can we say moose? http://picasaweb.google.com/kenpratte/WhiteMountains/photo#5217857006270978578
(Can't figure out how to link to the actual picasa pic.)

- Ken

[BBrat]

Terrormav,

nice shots, I really like the lizard/gecko one.

[terrormav]

here's a few more

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0133.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0137.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/terrormav/Puerto%20rico%20trip/IMG_0097.jpg

[Nathan]

Ooo... a Boston group. Can I join in next time? Anyone know of any good locations for shots of the fireworks display?

[kpratte]

here's a few moreAhh, the Caribbean was always pretty nice. We flew into PR once, looked pretty from the air, not so pretty from the bus ride. There's nothing like a Sunset over the water though. Good pics non the less.

- Ken

[kpratte]

Ooo... a Boston group. Can I join in next time?Hmm, our requirements for joining are pretty stiff...I think you only need a camera. :p We'll probably be doing a Boston night thing again, always fun.

- Ken

[Nathan]

Thanks. I'm not very experienced, but would love to learn from others... I hope the group doesn't mind a rookie... do I have to undergo any sort of ceremonial initiation?

[donlavange]

Thanks. I'm not very experienced, but would love to learn from others... I hope the group doesn't mind a rookie... do I have to undergo any sort of ceremonial initiation?

One of this years requirements is the ability to get a sunburn!! LOL

Which side of Boston are you in the most? (Welcome, by the way!!!)

[symbolphoto]

Yeah we are a pretty rigorous group :rolleyes: :lol:

Welcome. We have several meets per year where we all group up in cars or in boats and do stuff together. Keep your eyes peeled. We are due for a Boston and/or Hull Waterfront meet.

[polarbare]

Another new person here. New to POTN, and somewhat new to Boston. Moved up here in October, the only southerner moving north I've been told.

I try to be active in my Boston flickr group so hopefully I'll have similar success here as well.

See you around!

[20DNewbie]

One of this years requirements is the ability to get a sunburn!! LOL

Which side of Boston are you in the most? (Welcome, by the way!!!)

Oooh Don, you should have said the requirement was to buy all that show up a pint at the local pub.http://img103.exs.cx/img103/1719/angry.gif

I may actually make one if that was the case.:lol:

[Nathan]

One of this years requirements is the ability to get a sunburn!! Which side of Boston are you in the most? (Welcome, by the way!!!)

Thanks! I'm Vietnamese... so I'd have a struggle trying to get sunburned. I work on Beacon Hill. I haven't taken many photos of Boston yet, because with work and law school I'm kind of scarce for time. Trying to get out more this summer.

Another new person here. New to POTN, and somewhat new to Boston. Moved up here in October, the only southerner moving north I've been told.

Not true! I moved up here from North Carolina back in 2002.

[scotteisenphotography]

Yeah we are a pretty rigorous group :rolleyes: :lol:

Welcome. We have several meets per year where we all group up in cars or in boats and do stuff together. Keep your eyes peeled. We are due for a Boston and/or Hull Waterfront meet.

oooo hull. that's where I live

[20DNewbie]

Hull?!! Woohoo, my crappy job just transferred me back to Cohasset!

[bryanj87]

It sounds like Hull should be our next meetup! I know for sure there are some great sunset pictures to be had there.

Yeah, noobs have to buy us all a pint! :D

[Nathan]

I know the owners of La Da Lat - a Vietnamese/Sushi place on Nantasket beach! I love their sushi

[BBrat]

welcome to all the new POTN Boston members....its a great group:D

[unabacia]

Thanks Christian! Do you know if the destination from Jonesport and Cutler is the same Island. I guess they both have landing permits and get you where the Puffins are.

I want to see and record these beautiful creatures so very much!

UPDATE:
I checked and the both go to the same island. Anyone know which is the preferred carrier? They are each $100 for the trip and get you ashore for up to two hours. Cutler is a longer drive from the South!

Don

I went there last year and went out of Cutler. (I'm from central MA so I have a similar drive from the South.) The boat ride is shorter going out of Cutler and the Captain is pretty nice. Most people advised me to go this way so I did. then it was on to Acadia. It would be a shame to go that far North and not veer off to Acadia or Baxter.

Steve

[kpratte]

then it was on to Acadia. It would be a shame to go that far North and not veer off to Acadia or Baxter.Did you get some sunrise/sunset photos from Cadillac Mtn? It would be a shame to go that far North.... ;)

- Ken

[unabacia]

Did you get some sunrise/sunset photos from Cadillac Mtn? It would be a shame to go that far North.... ;)

- Ken

Yes but the award winning photo came from a Bass Harbor Light house sunset.

Steve

[donlavange]

It sounds like Hull should be our next meetup! I know for sure there are some great sunset pictures to be had there.

Yeah, noobs have to buy us all a pint! :D

Yes, Brendan has a secret spot from which he has made some breathtaking sunset images!

[symbolphoto]

Sweet, let's post some dates towards the end of July. Say the 26th or 27th?