First annual California POTN get together.

[DwightMcCann]

Mike, glad to hear you're coming ... actually, glad to know you're still around as we haven't seen much from you of late.

[Cybnew]

Has anyone been to Salmon Creek Falls. From what I read, the trail head is about 9 miles north of Cambria. Not sure how much of a hike it is to the falls, but the photos I saw of the falls looked very nice.
wow...i have lived here my whole life, and have never even heard of salmon falls, ill have to check it out!

[Marvinspu36]

wow...i have lived here my whole life, and have never even heard of salmon falls, ill have to check it out!


Here's a link to the site where I read about the falls:

http://www.waterfallswest.com/ca_salmon.html

[Cybnew]

ok...gorda is no 9 miles above cambria!

*edit* ok i did some research, and the trail head is about 35 miles north of cambria, and its a windy narrow road, so it will take probably half an hour- fourty five minutes to get there

[Kevin]

ok...gorda is no 9 miles above cambria!

*edit* ok i did some research, and the trail head is about 35 miles north of cambria, and its a windy narrow road, so it will take probably half an hour- fourty five minutes to get there

Cybnew
I was just up that way last weekend and it is about 35 miles up from Cambria. But if that is a place of interest plan on a minimum one hour drive up Highway one. And that's providing Caltrans is not working on the road. Your right about the road it's a toughie.

Have you done anything about dinner at the Outrigger? If not call me on my cell asap and I will take care of it. Number is eight-zero-five-two-three-four-three-nine-six-four.

[Marvinspu36]

Cybnew
I was just up that way last weekend and it is about 35 miles up from Cambria. But if that is a place of interest plan on a minimum one hour drive up Highway one. And that's providing Caltrans is not working on the road. Your right about the road it's a toughie.

Have you done anything about dinner at the Outrigger? If not call me on my cell asap and I will take care of it. Number is eight-zero-five-two-three-four-three-nine-six-four.

The main trail head is 35 miles away. But according to the web site I found (http://www.waterfallswest.com/ca_salmon.html) the falls are only 0.5 miles from the Salmon Creek Ranger Station which is 3 miles north of Cambria. This may not be group activity, but if I have time while we are there, I will probably go check it out. Here is a topo from the website showing the location:

http://www.waterfallswest.com/maps/map_salmon.jpg

[mikegoat]

Mike, glad to hear you're coming ... actually, glad to know you're still around as we haven't seen much from you of late.

Dwight my wife and I are looking forward to the drive down the coast and meeting all of the folks! I have been in the post holidays lull-but a new Burelsque show is tonight so hang on to your seats! Also, two new cameras and lenses since the last gig. Then the Pebble Beach AT&T tournament. Got an 8 GB micordirve for the Mark IIn so with an SD to serve as JPEG backup, I ought to be able capture every sip of coffee on the 18th and put together an animated flip book!:lol:

[frydryce]

i just spoke with my manager who went to SLO a few years back. She definately reccomends montana de oro. She mentioned that going to Shell Beach would be a great place. you walk down a cliff to a small beach area with caves and what not, should be a nice place to take photographs as well.

while we're talking about hiking, she mentioned that Madonna Mountain is nice as well for a hike.

in terms of nightlife for those who are intersted she said anything on higuera street should be good to go.

[Cybnew]

Cybnew
Have you done anything about dinner at the Outrigger? If not call me on my cell asap and I will take care of it. Number is eight-zero-five-two-three-four-three-nine-six-four.

I am going to talk to the owners tonight...and i will let you know tomorrow...or even tonight

[DwightMcCann]

Mike, that AT&T thing field hockey or lawn bowling? I know that they sit and drink coffee or tea a lot in lawn bowling. Oh, and it it's cricket, Gavin made me learn about that! :-)

I can see I am now out-camera'd once again! :-)

[Cybnew]

Ok...i talked to my buddy at the outrigger in morro bay...about the 18th. He is going to accommodate us, but we could not have reservations for 7:00, so he set us up for 6:00(i tried for 7:00, but he is booked) there is room for 40 at most in our section. I need to know, how many people for sure are going to be at the dinner though...so can we make a new list please?

Thanks

[frydryce]

cyb, the list has been made, i think the last post is on page 9 or 10

[Marvinspu36]

The sun sets at 5:48. That will make dinner at six a little tight. But, if we can only get reservations at 6, we can at least get some shots of the setting sun on the cliff face.

[Wsman2]

i just spoke with my manager who went to SLO a few years back. She definately reccomends montana de oro. She mentioned that going to Shell Beach would be a great place. you walk down a cliff to a small beach area with caves and what not, should be a nice place to take photographs as well.

while we're talking about hiking, she mentioned that Madonna Mountain is nice as well for a hike.

in terms of nightlife for those who are intersted she said anything on higuera street should be good to go.

Since you mentioned Shell Beach, here's a quick set of shots (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildabeast71/sets/72057594055043463/). Check out the tide first if you go down the steps to the beach area. When I was in Pismo at the beginning of the year, it was extremely high.

Depending what time you go, and you get hungry, might I suggest McClintock's just on the other side of 101 from there?

[Maureen Souza]

While i agree that there are a lot of cool places to see, I don't think we should get too carried away. My main purpose of this jaunt is to meet all of my fellow POTN members and to have a social event. Of course I plan on doing some picture taking too.
I think for the sake of sanity we should stick to a low key amount of travel and try to optimize the 2 or 3 places we have basically agreed on; Cambria during the day, Montana de Oro late afternoon and Morro Bay for dinner. There is always Sunday that people can branch out and go wherever but I'd like to have Saturday to spend with all of you.
Just my $0.02 worth.

[Belmondo]

While i agree that there are a lot of cool places to see, I don't think we should get too carried away. My main purpose of this jaunt is to meet all of my fellow POTN members and to have a social event. Of course I plan on doing some picture taking too.
I think for the sake of sanity we should stick to a low key amount of travel and try to optimize the 2 or 3 places we have basically agreed on; Cambria during the day, Montana de Oro late afternoon and Morro Bay for dinner. There is always Sunday that people can branch out and go wherever but I'd like to have Saturday to spend with all of you.
Just my $0.02 worth.

I agree. We need to allow for a little spontaneity. I’m looking forward more to meeting as many of you as possible. Hiking is not one of my strong suits, so I’ll leave all that for the younger legs in the group.

[Kevin]

Maureen I totally agree. There are lots of great places along the coast, that's why we all keep coming over. For me personally I to would like also to meet my fellow POTN members, socialize and take some pictures without traveling a bunch. Since the weather can change so quickly, sunsets or even just sunshine may only be a memory. To give us an option I will cal around this morning and see if one of the other restaurants on the Embarcadero can handle us at a later time. I will post an update as soon I know something. So that's my $0.02 worth.:) :) :)

[Marvinspu36]

I heartily agree too. The main reason for getting together is to meet each other and have fun. I am so excited that I will finally be able to put some faces and personalitites to the names I have seen in the forums. I think the suggestions of places to see are awesome though. It gives me ideas for future trips in the area!

Allan

[Cybnew]

The sun sets at 5:48. That will make dinner at six a little tight. But, if we can only get reservations at 6, we can at least get some shots of the setting sun on the cliff face.

It will make dinner a little tight...but a nice morro bay sunset behind the rock is always beautiful. And to frydryce's comment...i was talking about an actual list of people that are 90% they will be eating with us...not just coming here, that way i could give a head count to my friend, and he can utilize his space accordingly.

[Belmondo]

Add my wife and me to that list.

We must eat to live.

[Cybnew]

Alright!!!
DInner 6:00pm Saturday The 18th of feb. Just copy and paste your name!
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife

[Marvinspu36]

Alright!!!
DInner 6:00pm Saturday The 18th of feb. Just copy and paste your name!
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children

[thomascanty]

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday The 18th of feb. Just copy and paste your name!
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car

By the way, I agree with Maureen's sentiments. I saw this as more of a social event than a photo safari (wasn't it supposed to be a swap meet originally?). I don't plan on taking all that many pictures on this excursion.

[Kevin]

I called Harbor Hut and they can accommodate us Saturday evening at 7:30 for dinner. I told him around 25-30 people, but it could be less. Sal said he would block off the back section of the main dinning area for the group and will setup either one long table or two tables what ever we prefer. He will also let us have and open menu. I have asked Sal to pencil us in until tomorrow afternoon(Sunday) in order that the rest of you can decide yea or nae. I only did this as some wanted more time for sunset opportunities.

[Cybnew]

so now its between 6:00 and 7:30? and two places? we need to decide fast, I can agree with the 7:30 time for the photo opprotunities, but i also see that people are going to be traveling with children, and i know when i was younger, i didn't like eating late (7:30 is a fairly late dinner in my opinion). So, i guess lets just take a group vote on where we want to eat. Also if we do decide to continue with our reserved spot at The Outrigger, we will have a whole section to ourselves aswell.

[ayotnoms]

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday The 18th of feb. Just copy and paste your name!
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo

[Skip Souza]

...........
We must eat to live.
I thought it was supposed to be the other way around :lol: :lol: :lol:

How about dinner at 6:00 and 7:30 :p

[Cybnew]

thats an idea...have 2 parties, and meet together afterword somewhere on the embarcadero around 8:30 ish? If so....we still need to know who is eating at what time

[Johnny Thunder]

My vote goes to the 7:30, I plan on hitting sunset and a little after at Montana De Oro, and that just doesnt leave a lot of time.

My $.02

-Johnny

[Marvinspu36]

I am really OK with it either way. In some ways, the 6pm dinner would be nicer because it would give us more time to visit over a nice meal. There are always lots of sunsets, but not as many chances to get together! So, I guess I am saying my vote is for the 6pm dinner. 7:30 is a little late if you have kids, and especially if anyone is driving home Saturday night.

It sure is interesting coordinating an event over a forum :) .

[Maureen Souza]

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday The 18th of feb. Just copy and paste your name!
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo
6. Maureen & Skip

I would like to have a more social time with all of you. I don't really care where we eat, just make sure they have some wine and coffee and I'm good to go. :) BTW, Morro Bay is only a few minutes north of Montana de Oro.

[Kevin]

I called Harbor Hut and they can accommodate us Saturday evening at 7:30 for dinner. I told him around 25-30 people, but it could be less. Sal said he would block off the back section of the main dinning area for the group and will setup either one long table or two tables what ever we prefer. He will also let us have and open menu. I have asked Sal to pencil us in until tomorrow afternoon(Sunday) in order that the rest of you can decide yea or nae. I only did this as some wanted more time for sunset opportunities.

6:00 dinner is just fine. I only wanted to offer an option as some POTN members were interested in the sunset. No harm no foul.

[Marvinspu36]

6:00 dinner is just fine. I only wanted to offer an option as some POTN members were interested in the sunset. No harm no foul.

I appreciate your thoughtfulness and the effort. :) No matter what time we meet, I look forward to seeing everyone!

[Maureen Souza]

Marvin and Kevin: You guys can work out the dinner details via PM and when you agree what time and where, let the rest of us know. I'd like dinner to be around 6:30-7:00- ish.

[DwightMcCann]

Maureen, your two cents is worth at least a "buck two eighty nine" as my boss says ... I agree entirely, I am coming to meet my fellow POTNers, find out which ones I like :D , which ones I don't like :evil: , put faces with avatars, make sure folks are who they purport themselves to be, make sure folks know that I am who I pretend to be here ... much more social than photographic. If I get a chance to get a few shots then that's a bonus, but it is generally much harder to get great pictures when having to accommodate many other photographers ... two or three together is very beneficial and then it drops off like a rock. It will be interesting to see what's in the area to come back to at another time. And I'll know if I really want to go shooting with Mike Goat or Johnny Thunder or Cybnew or whomever at a later date.

[Cybnew]

Haha...i second that Dwight!

[Marvinspu36]

LOL. DwightMcCann, aptly put!

In regards to dinner arrangements. The main thing is to reserve wherever we are going soon so that we have a place to eat dinner as a group, and to make sure that we can have a leasurely dinner. I think dinner at 6:30 would be a good compromise. It would allow those who want to take sunset pictures and still make it to dinner. As long as we can have the restaurant space long enough to eat a leisurely dinner and socialize. These are just suggestions. I am OK with whatever arrangements are made.

[Cybnew]

my guess...if we keep our reservations at the outrigger for 6:00 and some people make it a little late...it will be more than fine

[Marvinspu36]

my guess...if we keep our reservations at the outrigger for 6:00 and some people make it a little late...it will be more than fine

Sounds like we ought to just stick with the 6pm dinner time then.

If anyone has not put their names on the dinner reservation list, please copy the latest list and paste it, adding your name + how many guests. Cybnew needs to get a reasoanably accurate count of how many will be attending the dinner in order to make reservations. Please copy the title info along with the list. Here is the latest list:

DINNER RESERVATION LIST

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday, the 18th of feb. Just copy and add your name!
Your name + Guests
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo
6. Maureen & Skip

[Johnny Thunder]

I'm fine with 6:30, Dont get to travel much (money is FAR to tight these days) and like to make the most, photography wise, out of it.

Sorry if I've come across as a Jerk, was not my intentions

-Johnny

[Marvinspu36]

I'm fine with 6:30, Dont get to travel much (money is FAR to tight these days) and like to make the most, photography wise, out of it.

Sorry if I've come across as a Jerk, was not my intentions

-Johnny

I totally understand. We don't get down that way often either. Can't wait to take pictures. And I don't think you came across as anything but intersted in having fun. Look forward to meeting you. :)

[frydryce]

Sounds like we ought to just stick with the 6pm dinner time then.

If anyone has not put their names on the dinner reservation list, please copy the latest list and paste it, adding your name + how many guests. Cybnew needs to get a reasoanably accurate count of how many will be attending the dinner in order to make reservations. Please copy the title info along with the list. Here is the latest list:

DINNER RESERVATION LIST

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday, the 18th of feb. Just copy and add your name!
Your name + Guests
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo
6. Maureen & Skip
7. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita)

[Maureen Souza]

I am very excited about this get-together and look very forward to meeting all of you. I hope everyone decides to make it to The Outrigger at 6-6:30 p.m. so we can have a great dinner and social event. Since I work with the public, there aren't many people I don't like or get along with, so I expect to at least partially like all of you.http://photo.klein-jensen.dk/smilies/0005.gif

[Kevin]

DINNER RESERVATION LIST

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday, the 18th of feb. Just copy and add your name!
Your name + Guests
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo
6. Maureen & Skip
7. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita)
8. Kevin and Anne Cole (26thiboy)

[DwightMcCann]

DINNER RESERVATION LIST

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday, the 18th of feb. Just copy and add your name!
Your name + Guests
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo
6. Maureen & Skip
7. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita)
8. Kevin and Anne Cole (26thiboy)
9. Dwight and Marna and Anna

I'm not sure I will like Maureen ... she seems like such a Goody-goody-two-shoes! :-)

[Marvinspu36]

Still waiting to here from the following people regarding dinner on Saturday. I would imagine they will be coming to dinner too. From the list of attendees, it looks like that would add 8 people, including guests to the current dinner list.

SWPhotoImaging
Johnny Thunder
Solinger
Mikegoat

So, if you are one of these fine POTN members, please copy the latest DINNER RESERVATION list and add your name and number of guests to the list so Cybnew can make the reservations. Or let us know if you can not make it to the dinner, so we'll know not to bug you about it (Or, maybe we'll hunt you down and drag you to dinner kicking and screaming) :)

Thanks!

[ayotnoms]

I'm not sure I will like Maureen ... she seems like such a Goody-goody-two-shoes! :-)

I also get this sinking feeling she won't let us get up from the table until we've finished ALL our food. :lol::lol:

[Marvinspu36]

I also get this sinking feeling she won't let us get up from the table until we've finished ALL our food. :lol::lol:

...and stacked our plates and licked the fork clean :lol: !

[ayotnoms]

...and stacked our plates and licked the fork clean :lol: !

OK...but I'm drawing the line if she licks her palm and tries to smooth my unruly hair :) :)

[frydryce]

you know how those moms who seem like a real nice lady in the outside world but beat the hell out of their kids at home. just hope that maureen isn't like that, else you guys are in for some trouble on the 18th! hahaha j/k. =)

[SWPhotoImaging]

DINNER RESERVATION LIST

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday, the 18th of feb. Just copy and add your name!
Your name + Guests
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo
6. Maureen & Skip
7. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita)
8. Kevin and Anne Cole (26thiboy)
9. Dwight and Marna and Anna
10. Steve (SWPhotoImaging) and Rhonda

[Marvinspu36]

you know how those moms who seem like a real nice lady in the outside world but beat the hell out of their kids at home. just hope that maureen isn't like that, else you guys are in for some trouble on the 18th! hahaha j/k. =)

I can always change my screen name and sign up for the outing as someone new...she'll never know!;)

[Maureen Souza]

You guys might be able to pick on me in computer land but not in person.

Dwight, I hope you will happily find I am anything but a goody two shoes. Although I look better in 2 shoes, rather than 3.:p

Steve, I might help you lick your plate clean but I promise not to make you do it all by yourself. And we won't talk about hair. Or lack of it.:p

Frydryce: I have never beaten any of my kids, Ever. My husband, yes, but not my kids.;)

Marv: the only plate stacking you'll do is if you realized you left your wallet and credit cards at home.:(

:D :D :D :D :D

[DwightMcCann]

See, I told you she was a Goody-goody-two(-or-three)-shoes!:p

[Marvinspu36]

You guys might be able to pick on me in computer land but not in person.

Glad you are such a good sport Maureen!:D I always enjoy reading your posts.

[frydryce]

You guys might be able to pick on me in computer land but not in person.

Frydryce: I have never beaten any of my kids, Ever. My husband, yes, but not my kids.;)


see i told you guys! if you see a lady running at you with a monopod on Saturday... RUN the other direction!!! else you'll have "ottorfnaM" stamped on your forehead :lol: hahaha j/k Maureen. looking forward to meeting everyone.

i just put my order in for a Sigma 70-200 f/2.8 so i'll have a new toy for the outing... i cant wait! =)

[jhzafrani]

Hello All,

I am interested in joining this get-together. Whoever is organizing this get-together, could you please summarize the schedule for the two days, going through 7 pages did not clarify it.

Thanks,

Jim

[Sam]

Still waiting to here from the following people regarding dinner on Saturday. I would imagine they will be coming to dinner too. From the list of attendees, it looks like that would add 8 people, including guests to the current dinner list.

SWPhotoImaging
Johnny Thunder
Solinger
Mikegoat

So, if you are one of these fine POTN members, please copy the latest DINNER RESERVATION list and add your name and number of guests to the list so Cybnew can make the reservations. Or let us know if you can not make it to the dinner, so we'll know not to bug you about it (Or, maybe we'll hunt you down and drag you to dinner kicking and screaming) :)

Thanks!

I haven't put my name down because I had something pop up at work, now I'm not 100% sure I'll be able to make it :confused:

I'll know this week, I didn't want to say I wasn't coming until I was sure.

[Maureen Souza]

Sam, you really have to come. I know you'll find a way. http://photo.klein-jensen.dk/smilies/0027.gif

[Belmondo]

I stopped at the Auto Club today and picked up a tour book to help my wife decide where to make reservations. So far, she's narrowed it down to 6 pages.

This is progress.

[Maureen Souza]

Jim: Here's the game plan for Sat. Feb 18th:

0900: Meet at The Coffee Den in Cambria and spend the day walking and talking, & shooting photos.

Mid-Afternoon: Drive south to Montana de Oro for more of the same.

6:00 Dinner at The Outrigger in Morro Bay

[Marvinspu36]

I haven't put my name down because I had something pop up at work, now I'm not 100% sure I'll be able to make it :confused:

I'll know this week, I didn't want to say I wasn't coming until I was sure.

I really hope you can work it out to come Sam!

[frydryce]

I haven't put my name down because I had something pop up at work, now I'm not 100% sure I'll be able to make it :confused:

I'll know this week, I didn't want to say I wasn't coming until I was sure.

good luck sam, i know exactly how its like. heck, its 8:25pm and i'm sending this message from work. i love my job. :lol:

hope you can make it!

[mikegoat]

DINNER RESERVATION LIST

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday, the 18th of feb. Just copy and add your name!
Your name + Guests
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo
6. Maureen & Skip
7. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita)
8. Kevin and Anne Cole (26thiboy)
9. Dwight and Marna and Anna
10. Steve (SWPhotoImaging) and Rhonda
11. Mikegoat & Elizabeth

[Johnny Thunder]

DINNER RESERVATION LIST

Dinner 6:00pm Saturday, the 18th of feb. Just copy and add your name!
Your name + Guests
1. Mat Rupp (cybnew)
2. Belmondo and Wife
3. Allan (marvinspu36) + wife + 2 children
4. Lonnie (thomascanty) -- Ashley will wait impatiently in the car
5. ayotnoms...flying solo
6. Maureen & Skip
7. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita)
8. Kevin and Anne Cole (26thiboy)
9. Dwight and Marna and Anna
10. Steve (SWPhotoImaging) and Rhonda
11. Mikegoat & Elizabeth
12. Johnny + Wife (may not make it at exactly 6:00)

-Johnny

[Belmondo]

1st Annual California POTN PhotoFest February 18th in Cambria
Name+Guests - Location - Confirmed/Tentative

1. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita) - Embassy Suites SLO (Arrive Sat-Sun)
2. marvinspu36 (Allan) + 3 - Creekside Inn ($109/night, Arriving Friday)
3. DwightMcCann (Dwight) +2 - Truck Camper (Free)
4. thomascanty (Lonnie) - San Simeon Lodge ($60/night - Allows Dogs)
5. Maureen & SkipSouza ) - Creekside Inn. Arriving Friday
6. SWPhotoImaging (Steve ) +1 - Creekside Inn (arriving Friday)
7. 26thiboy (Kevin) +1 maybe +2 Local, Morro Bay
8. Johnny Thunder +1 - Morro Bay Holland In (Arriving Friday, $53/night)
9. Belmondo & Mrs. Belmondo: Tom & Lois. Friday at Fogcutter, Saturday at Hampton Inn, Paso Robles.
10.Cybnew (A.K.A Mathew Rupp)- Parents house- Cayucos california
11.Solinger: Sam & Tessa
12.Mikegoat +1 (Arrive Saturday morning for coffee and the day!)
13.
14.
15.

Updated Arrival/Departure Dates

[DwightMcCann]

1st Annual California POTN PhotoFest February 18th in Cambria
Name+Guests - Location - Confirmed/Tentative - Dates

1. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita) - Embassy Suites SLO (Arrive Sat-Sun)
2. marvinspu36 (Allan) + 3 - Creekside Inn ($109/night, Arriving Friday)
3. DwightMcCann (Dwight) +2 - Truck Camper (ArriveThursday, Leave Sunday)
4. thomascanty (Lonnie) - San Simeon Lodge ($60/night - Allows Dogs)
5. Maureen & SkipSouza ) - Creekside Inn. Arriving Friday
6. SWPhotoImaging (Steve ) +1 - Creekside Inn (arriving Friday)
7. 26thiboy (Kevin) +1 maybe +2 Local, Morro Bay
8. Johnny Thunder +1 - Morro Bay Holland In (Arriving Friday, $53/night)
9. Belmondo & Mrs. Belmondo: Tom & Lois. Friday at Fogcutter, Saturday at Hampton Inn, Paso Robles.
10.Cybnew (A.K.A Mathew Rupp)- Parents house- Cayucos california
11.Solinger: Sam & Tessa
12.Mikegoat +1 (Arrive Saturday morning for coffee and the day!)
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Updated Arrival/Departure Dates

[Marvinspu36]

It looks like we have 24 people comitted to attending dinner Saturday. Hopefully Solinger will be able to come, making it 26. If reservations haven't been made yet, perhaps we should make them for 24-30 people.

Cybnew: I'm assuming you are still planning on making the reservations for the Outrigger. Could you please confirm when you have made the reservations? We all appreciate you taking the time to organize the dinner arrangements!:)

[Cybnew]

It has been confirmed since last friday

[Maureen Souza]

It has been confirmed since last friday

You are The Bomb. ;)

Thanks.

[Cybnew]

hahahah no problem!

[Belmondo]

Too late to change my vote to Barstow?

[Skip Souza]

Obviously Tom, you are of two minds about this :-)

[Maureen Souza]

Too late to change my vote to Barstow?

Don't you mean Barfrow?

[Marvinspu36]

It has been confirmed since last friday

You are awesome! It is so nice to have a local contact :) !

I think what I am looking forward to taking pictures of most is the people!

[Belmondo]

You are awesome! It is so nice to have a local contact :) !

I think what I am looking forward to taking pictures of most is the people!

If you're going to be taking pictures of me, bring a wide angle lens.......or, I can loan you my 14mm f/2.8L. You'll still have to stand back a bit :o :o.

[ayotnoms]

If you're going to be taking pictures of me, bring a wide angle lens.......or, I can loan you my 14mm f/2.8L. You'll still have to stand back a bit :o :o.
I'm with you Tom. I was going to suggest satellite imagery in order to avoid cropping my chubby thighs. :) :)

[DwightMcCann]

I've got a 10-22mm EF-S that I'll loan around!

[Marvinspu36]

If you're going to be taking pictures of me, bring a wide angle lens.......or, I can loan you my 14mm f/2.8L. You'll still have to stand back a bit :o :o.

No worries, I can always use the Thinnify feature during PP.

[Marvinspu36]

No worries, I can always use the Thinnify feature during PP.

In all fairness, I should mention that to take my picture, you will need to take your shots straight on, so my nose will fit in the frame (No profile shots).:o

[DwightMcCann]

OK, OK, OK, I know a lot of folks don't like the way they look or wish they were a few pounds lighter (50 in my case), but let's not get carried away with "warding off" behavior. We can all stand close together as a group, with hips, tummies, butts, et alia squished firmly together and the svelte people in the front row! I like the way I look and therefore all pictures of me are good ... and if you want to shoot something to embarrass me for saying that, well, I certainly understand and you should feel free. Personally, I have noticed that many of our very best photographer members are a bit on the chunky side [you know who you are, particularly the moderators] ... I think it aides image stabilization ... and people who can afford this expensive habit are, on average, going to be a bit older ... except for Cybnew, of course, who will be in the front row! So, let's all put our faith in our fellow members that they aren't really interested in our various and assorted feature failings and concentrate on the fun stuff ... like joking about Maureen!

[Marvinspu36]

So, let's all put our faith in our fellow members that they aren't really interested in our various and assorted feature failings and concentrate on the fun stuff ... like joking about Maureen!

Well put. I'm past caring what I or others look like. It's the heart that counts! I do love joking around though!

[frydryce]

i think you guys have it wrong with needing a wide angle lens. as you know anything below 50mm expands the perspective. what we really need is a 600mm lens to compress the image! hahaha j/k.

can't wait for this event! we're going 16 pages strong.... hope this enthusiasm will be there in 2 weeks! =)

[SWPhotoImaging]

... I think it aides image stabilization ...

Why didn't I think of that! I can stop worrying about what I eat, because I need the extra pounds to stabilize my camera! Brilliant!

Almost as good as my tequila/shakey hands "medication" idea . . .

[Kevin]

Well my take on this topic is the bigger the image you are photographing the easier it is to focus. Especially at my age. Besides fish is low in calories and images have no calories.:lol: :lol: :lol:

[Skip Souza]

Dwight, yer killin' me. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
As I recall this started out as a POTN Swap Meet (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=109707)so might I suggest that we all bring our surplus junk *er* treasures? Lenses, filters, bags, hardware, software, what have you??? Might give us something to do when we are not embarrassing ourselves or each other especially in foul weather.

[frydryce]

i'll take anyone's 70-200mm f/2.8L for $900 =)

[DwightMcCann]

I don't really mean be a hall monitor, but I used to belong to an online photo community where 80% were ladies over 60 and when this type of thing got started there was just no reining it in and nothing got done for weeks! I finally terminated my membership when they turned over the management to someone who felt they should tell each of us what we should or shouldn't do ... I wasn't allowed to respond to criticism of my images or my personal life. My responses would disappear and I would get a PM. So, anyway, I am a bit gunshy when folks start with, "Do these jeans make my bottom look big?"

[ayotnoms]

... So, anyway, I am a bit gunshy when folks start with, "Do these jeans make my bottom look big?"

No worries Dwight. I'm sure we'll all turn out to be--umm, tons of fun :lol::lol:

[frydryce]

I don't really mean be a hall monitor, but I used to belong to an online photo community where 80% were ladies over 60 and when this type of thing got started there was just no reining it in and nothing got done for weeks! I finally terminated my membership when they turned over the management to someone who felt they should tell each of us what we should or shouldn't do ... I wasn't allowed to respond to criticism of my images or my personal life. My responses would disappear and I would get a PM. So, anyway, I am a bit gunshy when folks start with, "Do these jeans make my bottom look big?"

yeah unfortunately there are groups out there with jerks for moderators. anyone who doesnt agree with them or their friends will get banned or warned. the reason we have these forums on the internet is to join as a community and express our opinions and ask questions. what's the point in censoring people who come here to speak their minds and obtain information?

anyhow, just speak the truth and remember, you're the one carrying the beater stick.. um i mean... monopod =) [seriously a 2lb stick with a 1lb ball head can do some damage!] haha

anyhow, i think this community is great where you can speak your mind and not be censored for it. remember opinions are just like a$$holes, everyone's got one :D

[Belmondo]

I intend to bring some surplus gear along----extra backpacks, books, etc..

Maybe we can do a little wheeling and dealing.

I also plan on bringing most of my gear, so if any of you want to try a certain lens, if I have it, it's yours to use.

[Cybnew]

im looking for a backpack and some 52 or 55 mm yellow filters!!!!!!! just to put it out there.

[Maureen Souza]

Interesting comments....it is funny to hear everyone worrying about how we'll look to each other. I have the same worry....my double chin appeared this last year courtesy of the Prednisone I have to take and I am a chunk-o as well. But I don't color my hair or wear much make-up and most people seem to like me anyways. Although some of you have a pre-conceived notion that I am a goody two shoes and motherly, I am quite a jokester and don't mind being picked on and teased at all. I don''t get mad very easily but when I do, I come out shooting with both barrels (and I am not referring to my thighs :) )

Dwight, you better not disappoint me... I expect to hear lot's of teasing from you (and Steve & Marv, too).

I don't care how big you are, if you have a crooked smile or long nose. I do think I am going to like all of you and look forward to a day and evening of fun.

[Cybnew]

i really dont care what people look like....although i dont mind a cute girl my age :)

[frydryce]

i really dont care what people look like....although i dont mind a cute girl my age :)

Cal Poly is right up your alley, lots of cute girls your age there. For those who are staying Saturday night and want to go out, we should hit up the bars in the area to hang out.

any takers? I was told anything in higuera street would be good at night.

[Belmondo]

Cal Poly is right up your alley, lots of cute girls your age there. For those who are staying Saturday night and want to go out, we should hit up the bars in the area to hang out.

any takers? I was told anything in higuera street would be good at night.

Yeah, right. I'm going to leave my wife of 44 years sitting in the hotel room while I go bar hoppping with you guys. Sounds like fun.

[SWPhotoImaging]

If we're listing things we want others to dig out of their closets and bring to swap . . .

I want:
16-35f2.8L, 17-35-f2.8L or 17-40f4L (in that order of preference)
70-200f2.8L-IS
a good macro lens (65mm to 100mm)
a Cokin filter wallet (p-series)
Cokin p-series filters
a 420/430 flash to use as a slave to my 550

I have available to trade/sell:
a perfect condition 10D with battery grip. Includes all original box, packing, manuals and software, etc.
a 28-105f3.5-4.5 USM-II (perfect, with box, caps, filter, etc)
a 70-200f2.8L (non-IS) - will swap it plus cash for an IS version.
a couple of LaCie 250GB external firewire/USB2 hard drives

I don't plan to haul along anything unless someone contacts me and expresses interest in something I listed. I'll have the 70-200 with me, of course. I have lots of other stuff, will watch for postings of other's wish lists and check my stash.

[SWPhotoImaging]

Yeah, right. I'm going to leave my wife of 44 years sitting in the hotel room while I go bar hoppping with you guys. Sounds like fun.

yeah me too. Oh, wait, you have to stay up after 9pm to do that . . . never mind.

[Cybnew]

ill give ya 5 bucks for the 10d! :) and a poly dolly isnt exactly my age

[Maureen Souza]

ill give ya 5 bucks for the 10d! :) and a poly dolly isnt exactly my age

How old are you? I have an adorable 31 year old daughter who has never lacked for admirers but she can't seem to find the man for her.

[Maureen Souza]

Hey Patrick, I am not up for bar hopping either but I am sure there are a handful of younguns who would go with you.

Me, I'd prefer a nice lounge area with wine or coffee and Bailey's to wind down my evening. And plenty of friends and good conversation.

[Cybnew]

How old are you? I have an adorable 31 year old daughter who has never lacked for admirers but she can't seem to find the man for her.


Umm...im 17. So, I might be a little young for her...sorry

[Cybnew]

oh, the outrigger has a full bar too...and if u do drink at the outrigger...tip the bartender (a really good friend of mine)

[mikegoat]

oh, the outrigger has a full bar too...and if u do drink at the outrigger...tip the bartender (a really good friend of mine)

Is he rolly-polly too so he doesn't fall over?;)

[frydryce]

haha i'm not there to find girls either, belmondo. i have a girlfriend who i'm deeply in love with and she'll be there with us. going out for a few drinks either at a bar or lounge to wind down the evening and enjoying the night was more what i was intending. Whether you have a 6 year old Bordeaux in you hand or a Midori Sour is up to you =).. i'm a dirty martini guy myself (extra olives)

i'm past the party hardy days already. but i've been known to get down every now and then =)

cyb - you.are.seven.teen.going.on.eight.teen haha j/k what's wrong with dating an older girl?

[frydryce]

Is he rolly-polly too so he doesn't fall over?;)

its kinda like cow-tipping but more fun. the bartender can push back :lol:

[Cybnew]

the bartender will probably out drink you old guys :) I have drank with him (shhh dont tell [actually he is my brothers roommate, and i had parental permission]) and i have never seen him get sick

[ayotnoms]

I'll be bringing just about all my gear; including my CS2 equipped laptop in case anyone simply must see the photos they've just taken.

With all due respect to the other forum members, I think we'll have one of the coolest POTN gatherings ever.

I just hope it doesn't rain...

[Cybnew]

if you have wifi on that...i can show u a place to log on and upload them if u like

[ayotnoms]

if you have wifi on that...i can show u a place to log on and upload them if u like
Yup. got wireless onboard.

I'm staying at the Creekside Inn and they have wireless access...or so says their advertisement.

How cool is that? LOL

[Marvinspu36]

I won't be bar hopping, but like Marueen want to just relax and enjoy the company.


I'm also not embarrased about my looks. I am what I am. I was just making fun of one of my features!

I would love to buy the 70-200 2.8, but I don't think I could convince my wife that I need it that badly, seeing as I bought all the gear you see listed in my signiture this last year. If you wouldn't mind bringing it, I'd love to check it out. Maybe she'll see the light (pun intended). I'd really love to compare it's focusing compared to my f4.

I'll be bringing all my gear also, so any of you are free to try out whatever you like. Just for fun, I'll be bringing two umbrellas with stands and two 420EX's if anyone wants to try some portrature.

[Belmondo]

Just for fun, I'll be bringing two umbrellas with stands and two 420EX's if anyone wants to try some portrature.

Whoa! I'll have my 580EX, 430EX, and 420EX. We should be able to light the coast up from San Simeon to Morro Bay.

[Maureen Souza]

Looks like quite a few of us are staying at Creekside. We will check-in late Friday afternoon and stay 2 nights. Don't be shy about banging on our door if you want to get together Friday evening as well.

I have a few meager lenses but I am willing to share... my 16-35mm is great for scenery and group shots (wide angle for those of us who are worried about not fitting in to the picture). I'll bring my 580EX and 420EX so there should be plenty of light.

Steve, you are right.. I also think we are going to have a great get-together. If it rains, we'll find a place to hang out indoors and we won't let it stop us from having fun. Besides, it seldom rains all day...showers off & on are more the norm.

[ayotnoms]

Looks like quite a few of us are staying at Creekside.
Looks like the Creekside Inn is going to be the happening place in Cambria for a couple of nights. I'll be arriving on Friday too. I'll see you and Skip at the front desk! :)

FYI I'll be bringing some miscellaneous lighting gear (AB 800's, softbox, flash meter) in case anyone wants to play....might as well put it to some good use, huh?

[thomascanty]

Dwight, yer killin' me. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
As I recall this started out as a POTN Swap Meet (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=109707)so might I suggest that we all bring our surplus junk *er* treasures? Lenses, filters, bags, hardware, software, what have you???

The only surplus items I currently have are three lenses I wouldn't even give away to someone I wanted to keep as a friend.

[thomascanty]

I also plan on bringing most of my gear, so if any of you want to try a certain lens, if I have it, it's yours to use.

You know, I think you have a couple lenses I'd like to try! For a couple years... If you don't mind. :lol:

[SWPhotoImaging]

Looks like the Creekside Inn is going to be the happening place in Cambria for a couple of nights. I'll be arriving on Friday too. I'll see you and Skip at the front desk! :)

FYI I'll be bringing some miscellaneous lighting gear (AB 800's, softbox, flash meter) in case anyone wants to play....might as well put it to some good use, huh?

Creekside Inn here also (pet friendly-free wireles Internet, and walkable to anything in Cambria). Arriving Friday afternoon sometime. We'll be meandering our way down, so no set arrival time. I'll be the chump walking his wife's little white dog . . .

[Marvinspu36]

Creekside Inn here also (pet friendly-free wireles Internet, and walkable to anything in Cambria). Arriving Friday afternoon sometime. We'll be meandering our way down, so no set arrival time. I'll be the chump walking his wife's little white dog . . .

I am staying at the Creekside also, but I won't be arriving till around 10pm. I have to wait for the kids to get out of school before I can leave. Have fun hangin' out Friday. I'll see you all Saturday morning. Unless I happen to run into you while I'm checking in.

[frydryce]

i just purchased a Sigma 70-200 f/2.8 DG as well. we could do a 70-200mm shootout!! =)

[Maureen Souza]

I caved in and bought the 85mm/1.2 yesterday. It should be here in time for me to bring along and give it a good workout.

Last night Skip told me "You are the only female POTN member going on this trip."
So I am very glad those of you with wives and girlfriends are bringing them along. :)

[DwightMcCann]

Good for you on the lens, Maureen, although I (and I think Mike Goat) also have this lens and I will loan mine! Remember, it AFs so slowly you can get coffee while waiting! :-)

My wife and four year old will be along and they are a lot of fun. Anna loves to model after she warms up and does a lot of girlie-girl poses (I have no clue where she got this talent!) So, I think there will be plenty of socializing ... before 9PM ... for everyone. My fourteen year old niece lives nearby, Cyb, and she is gorgeous (a professional model) and smart so if she isn't "involved" I'll see if she wants to come along. You can see her on my Live Entertainment website.

[ayotnoms]

i just purchased a Sigma 70-200 f/2.8 DG as well. we could do a 70-200mm shootout!! =)
How many bringing 70-200's? I'm bringing my f/2.8L USM :)

Having a shoot out sounds like fun. I've always been curious about the Sigma version of the 70-200

[Belmondo]

How many bringing 70-200's? I'm bringing my f/2.8L USM :)

Having a shoot out sounds like fun. I've always been curious about the Sigma version of the 70-200

I'm sure I'll have my f/2.8L and the f/4, too.

[Marvinspu36]

How many bringing 70-200's? I'm bringing my f/2.8L USM :)

Having a shoot out sounds like fun. I've always been curious about the Sigma version of the 70-200

I'll be bringing my 70-200 f4, just calibrated by Canon Irvine.

[Maureen Souza]

Landy, we are all going to be in lens heaven, the way paved with EXes and umbrellys! :):) A true gluttony of Canons.

[Belmondo]

I would suggest that because we will have multiple copies of same/similar items floating around, that each of us record serial numbers to avoid confusion. One 70-200 f/2.8L tends to look pretty much like another.

Of course, you can always etch your name and driver's license number on the barrel. :shock:

:lol:

[frydryce]

mine's the black one =)

you can add another to the list of flashheads... i'll have the 580ex with me too.

[Marvinspu36]

mine's the black one =)

you can add another to the list of flashheads... i'll have the 580ex with me too.

Oh yea, I'll be gringing the 580EX too.

If anyone has a ST-E2 transmitter I would really like to try it out if you are willing. I want to see how well it will work for firing my flash on my Pro-T flash bracket. When I flip the flash into portrait mode, the focus assist beam no longer covers the focus sensor area. I'd like to use the ST-E2 for my focus assist and to fire the 580EX on the bracket.

[ayotnoms]

If anyone has a ST-E2 transmitter I would really like to try it out if you are willing. I want to see how well it will work for firing my flash on my Pro-T flash bracket.

I've got one of those little hummers and I'll have it with me. You're welcome to test away...

What will be fun to try--weather permitting--is a couple of shots where many of 580EX's are used. Might help me understand this ratio business...

[frydryce]

5-580ex's, we could take a mean group portrait with that! haha

[Maureen Souza]

5-580ex's, we could take a mean group portrait with that! haha

We could probably set up a good handful of cameras on tripods with the 580's and get a bunch of the same picture. :D

[ayotnoms]

...may have been here but I remember seeing an internet post where someone had taken an outside photo using something like 9 - 580EX's It was an impressive shot as I recall.

I think we're pushing that number already

Another gee whiz thing we can do is take a count of all the cameras, lenses (by type), flashes, tripods, and other accessories and post it in a thread titled "Recommended Minimum requirements for a quality POTN Photo Expedition" :) :)

[Johnny Thunder]

I'l be bringing me Off brand Flash, looks and works a lot like a 550, and I'll have a few M42 lenses with an Adaptor, which is Awesome with the Split Focus screen installed (I do love that screen!)

Hopefully I'll be able to trick the wife into letting me get a 28-135 IS. She needs to get into this hobby, so its easier to tempt her into buying lenses/bodies, currently the only thing she shoots is a dirty look at me for wanting more gear!

We should make it into Morro Bay at a decent time, 7-8pm or so, traffic depending, possibly earlier

-Johnny

[Wsman2]

If you go into downtown SLO, you might want to venture into Jim's Campus Camera (http://www.virtualslo.com/business/Business.php?id=161) to see what they have to offer.

[frydryce]

...may have been here but I remember seeing an internet post where someone had taken an outside photo using something like 9 - 580EX's It was an impressive shot as I recall.

I think we're pushing that number already

Another gee whiz thing we can do is take a count of all the cameras, lenses (by type), flashes, tripods, and other accessories and post it in a thread titled "Recommended Minimum requirements for a quality POTN Photo Expedition" :) :)

considering we have about 15 photographers and each of us has a minimum of $2000 in equipment, the minimum requirement is going to be like $30,000 worth of equipment for a good expedition!! haha :cool:

[Marvinspu36]

I'l be bringing me Off brand Flash, looks and works a lot like a 550, and I'll have a few M42 lenses with an Adaptor, which is Awesome with the Split Focus screen installed (I do love that screen!)

Hopefully I'll be able to trick the wife into letting me get a 28-135 IS. She needs to get into this hobby, so its easier to tempt her into buying lenses/bodies, currently the only thing she shoots is a dirty look at me for wanting more gear!

We should make it into Morro Bay at a decent time, 7-8pm or so, traffic depending, possibly earlier

-Johnny

I have really been anxious to see a Canon modified with the split screen focus. I have been thinking about getting that for my camera. It will be great to see a camera with one.

[ayotnoms]

considering we have about 15 photographers and each of us has a minimum of $2000 in equipment, the minimum requirement is going to be like $30,000 worth of equipment for a good expedition!! haha :cool:

Are you implying that it might be rubbing it in to include a statement like, "...in addition to the minimum equipment requirements, the successful photo expedition should be held at a venue whose scenic beauty rivals that of the California coast" :rolleyes: LOL

[DwightMcCann]

Fryd, Belmondo has over $30K by himself! And I'll bring another $10-15K myself. I think you're going to have to up the ante on the QUALITY expedition! I have a 580EX, too. I will also be bringing my "Full Wemberley on Gitzo Fiber Carbon Legs with leveling head" and a couple of extra lens clamps for anyone wanting to try it with their own big lens! Heck, I got goodies that I haven't even put batteries in yet, like an LC-5. :-) We could use it as the master trigger for that 20-580EX group portrait.

[Maureen Souza]

Hey Fryd, count us in for another 12-14K worth of equipment. Are you going to keep a tally?!? :):)

[ayotnoms]

The IRS may be monitoring the site so I can't disclose the value of my photo stash, but I'm guessing the $30K is a lowball estimate :)

[frydryce]

Fryd, Belmondo has over $30K by himself! And I'll bring another $10-15K myself. I think you're going to have to up the ante on the QUALITY expedition! I have a 580EX, too. I will also be bringing my "Full Wemberley on Gitzo Fiber Carbon Legs with leveling head" and a couple of extra lens clamps for anyone wanting to try it with their own big lens! Heck, I got goodies that I haven't even put batteries in yet, like an LC-5. :-) We could use it as the master trigger for that 20-580EX group portrait.

I'm not worthy.... I'm not worthy..... I'm not worthy.... bows down to the pros (or those with extremely understanding spouses) :D

God, i better not show this thread to my girlfriend. I got enough heat for buying my 70-200 Sigma. haha (I'm at about the $2500 mark and she's about had it... and i want more! :rolleyes:)

I'm really looking forward to this weekend. Meeting you all and being able to see all the equipment is inspiring to say the least. I'm sure our meet will be a standard for all meets to come.

so it apears that a quality outing will not only require the sheer beauty of the California Coast, but about $150K worth of equipment as well.

[mikegoat]

Hey Fryd, count us in for another 12-14K worth of equipment. Are you going to keep a tally?!? :):)


Funny this came up. Today I was looking at a book about making a pinhole camera out of an oatmeal box....:)

[DwightMcCann]

NOW that's more like it, Fryd!

[ayotnoms]

God, i better not show this thread to my girlfriend. I got enough heat for buying my 70-200 Sigma. haha (I'm at about the $2500 mark and she's about had it... and i want more!

I guess this also means we should refrain from uttering any sentence that begins with, "oh man, you GOT to get one of these...." :)

[DwightMcCann]

Mike, I'll take all your fast primes for 50% off when you upgrade to the new oatmeal camera!

[DwightMcCann]

I'm sorry, but I ALWAYS recommend to spouses/sweeties that they forgo a major appliance or engagement ring in favor of camera equipment: either the photog gets the equipment or they get out of a bad relationship! I am fortunate that my equipment budget is entirely business related for a year now so this is not a problem for me. :-)

[Maureen Souza]

I guess this also means we should refrain from uttering any sentence that begins with, "oh man, you GOT to get one of these...." :)

Actually it means we better not let anyone else in the area know how much valuable equipment we own......:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[ayotnoms]

Actually it means we better not let anyone else in the area know how much valuable equipment we own......:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

You know, I was thinking the same thing.
We've already owned up to carrying more weight than we should (ie can't run after theives)
We've said how stuff we have (ie. put your friendly fence on speed dial)
We've said where we're going to be (call in re-inforcements)

...thank Buddha your hubby is coming strapped.

:) :) We'll be fine. a 100-400mm can inflict a snootful of pain, let me tellya

[mikegoat]

Too much fun planned-we are there Saturday night-staying at Creekside (last of two rooms!)
1st Annual California POTN PhotoFest February 18th in Cambria
Name+Guests - Location - Confirmed/Tentative - Dates

1. Frydryce (Patrick & Margarita) - Embassy Suites SLO (Arrive Sat-Sun)
2. marvinspu36 (Allan) + 3 - Creekside Inn ($109/night, Arriving Friday)
3. DwightMcCann (Dwight) +2 - Truck Camper (ArriveThursday, Leave Sunday)
4. thomascanty (Lonnie) - San Simeon Lodge ($60/night - Allows Dogs)
5. Maureen & SkipSouza ) - Creekside Inn. Arriving Friday
6. SWPhotoImaging (Steve ) +1 - Creekside Inn (arriving Friday)
7. 26thiboy (Kevin) +1 maybe +2 Local, Morro Bay
8. Johnny Thunder +1 - Morro Bay Holland In (Arriving Friday, $53/night)
9. Belmondo & Mrs. Belmondo: Tom & Lois. Friday at Fogcutter, Saturday at Hampton Inn, Paso Robles.
10.Cybnew (A.K.A Mathew Rupp)- Parents house- Cayucos california
11.Solinger: Sam & Tessa
12.Mikegoat +1 (We changed plans and will be staying the night Saturday at Creekside!)
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[drookie]

Cal Poly is right up your alley, lots of cute girls your age there. For those who are staying Saturday night and want to go out, we should hit up the bars in the area to hang out.

any takers? I was told anything in higuera street would be good at night.

Try SLO Brewing Company