Second Annual California POTN Get Together

[Cybnew]

Oi. Its almost november...febuary is only 4 (ish) months away! AND AND AND the holiday season is in between! I am proposing a repeat of febuary's trip! I would love to see all of you again! I had so much fun back in feb, and i think this time, we could have even MORE fun. The way i see it...if we start planing now. by the time feb. is here...it should run smoothly! (not that it didnt). Lemme know if any of you are interested!!!!!!!

[DwightMcCann]

Let's see who is still alive ... given the inactivity of some, particularly moderators, I fear the worst has overtaken some of the older folks!

[Cybnew]

Thats not good! I know belmondo is still around :) and Lonnie, and Skip, Maureen, You, And Many others!

[Belmondo]

I still have pulse.....barely.

[thomascanty]

A repeat of February sounds good to me.

[mikegoat]

I am still alive too. Now a tatooed burlseque performer thinking about a career in politics;)

[Cybnew]

politices eh? Good news! Im sick today!...i can spend my day sleeping/perusing the boards!

[Roy Hernandez]

Oh man... I wish that I switched up earlier... missed this meet-ups:cry:

Is there a meet up again going on? when and where? would love to come:D ;)

[Cybnew]

Hopefully we will be having another one in febuary. The one we had this past feb, as in Cambria/Morro Bay California (San Luis Obispo area). It was a blast. Hopefully we can get enough people together for one this coming feb.!

[DwightMcCann]

Hopefully we will be having another one in febuary. The one we had this past feb, as in Cambria/Morro Bay California (San Luis Obispo area). It was a blast. Hopefully we can get enough people together for one this coming feb.!

OK, but if I come this year I will bring at least one working camera ... and a lot of glass. Anyway, the boss likes the idea.

[Cybnew]

Hah!, poor Dwight and that...Line? what was the problem (did you ever get it fixed)? I am going to try and contact all the people that made it this past year, and see if they are interested, maybe find a date that works well for everyone!

[DwightMcCann]

My 1D Mark II's shutter assembly was defective ... I bought a 1D Mark IIN and sent the old one back for repairs ... they both live in my Pelican case now.

[Cybnew]

Ill give you $20 for one of em ;) (actually...i dont even have that after buying the 580 on monday :()

[Citizensmith]

My 1D Mark II's shutter assembly was defective ... I bought a 1D Mark IIN and sent the old one back for repairs ... they both live in my Pelican case now.

If one got busted its probably from storing it in the same case as a large and messy bird. I mean, what where you thinking. They would be much better off in a sturdy and well padded plastic camera case.

[Skip Souza]

Let's see who is still alive ... given the inactivity of some, particularly moderators, I fear the worst has overtaken some of the older folks!
Hey there sonny! If you're not gonna respect your elders then you better learn to respect your betters :p :p :p Got to love the Duke in Big Jake :lol: :lol: :lol:
Ready to get the heqq out of Dodge.......er Visalia

[Cybnew]

hehe :)

[Maureen Souza]

Mat: If you want to select a couple of locals that we could choose from, I would be more than happy to help get another POTN meet going for Feb. We should pick an alternate date as well, in case of rain.
Where would you like to go? I would love to spend another day/weekend with all of you guys!

[Margie]

I ran into this tread by accident...while looking for CP filters!!!
Glad to know that there will be a CA. get together in Feb.
I will have to check back and see where or when ! I am in SJ and just got back from SLO. Beautiful area, along with Monterey and Yosemite. My only thought is that there could be quite abit of snow in Yosemite in Feb. Couldn't there? How many days would this get together be planned for? Anyone know?
Margie

[DwightMcCann]

I ran into this tread by accident...while looking for CP filters!!!
Glad to know that there will be a CA. get together in Feb.
I will have to check back and see where or when ! I am in SJ and just got back from SLO. Beautiful area, along with Monterey and Yosemite. My only thought is that there could be quite abit of snow in Yosemite in Feb. Couldn't there? How many days would this get together be planned for? Anyone know?
Margie

Margie, I expect something like a three day weekend where you could come early and stay late ... these things are VERY informal, friendly, supportive, helpful, welcoming and most of all flexible and there is a great diversity among the participants in equipment, politics, age, sex, children, race and common sense (oh, and avatars!)

Since not everyone is enamored of rustic living or snow I will guess that it will be somewhere on the coast, as last year, but I am not proposing anything as we have a truck camper and can get to and camp at about anywhere you can drive ... and we have a furnace in it. :-)

[Margie]

Margie, I expect something like a three day weekend where you could come early and stay late ... these things are VERY informal, friendly, supportive, helpful, welcoming and most of all flexible and there is a great diversity among the participants in equipment, politics, age, sex, children, race and common sense (oh, and avatars!)

Since not everyone is enamored of rustic living or snow I will guess that it will be somewhere on the coast, as last year, but I am not proposing anything as we have a truck camper and can get to and camp at about anywhere you can drive ... and we have a furnace in it. :-)

Thank you Dwight...Sounds good to me! I will keep checking back to see the details as they come in.
Margie

[ayotnoms]

I'll come as long as Dwight lays off with the, "hey dummy, your lens cap is on" wisecracks.
:)

[DwightMcCann]

I'll come as long as Dwight lays off with the, "hey dummy, your lens cap is on" wisecracks.
:)

I don't generally yield to ultimatums (or annoyotoms) but in this case it is worth the submission and I agree to find something else to annoy you with! :lol::lol::lol:

[Cybnew]

I am thinking same GENERAL area as last year (which was Cambria/Morro Bay. maybe Pismo Beach? ish? It's pretty much in the middle of the state (ok...more or less)

[Maureen Souza]

I am thinking same GENERAL area as last year (which was Cambria/Morro Bay. maybe Pismo Beach? ish? It's pretty much in the middle of the state (ok...more or less)

How about a ittle farther north like Monterrey? If the weather doesn't co-operate, we can always rely on the aquarium. There is also Bubba Gumps and the 17 Mile Drive.....

[Cybnew]

I think that would work pretty well.

[Margie]

Monterey works for me, too!

Margie

[ayotnoms]

Monterey sounds like a great idea.
I believe Mike "Gold Hat" Goat might have a couple of photo-friendly spots he could direct us to.
:)

[thomascanty]

Aw, gee... Do I have to go to Monterey again? I was just there last month... lol

[Cybnew]

We know you want to be there Lonnie :) (ashley as well)

[ayotnoms]

Aw, gee... Do I have to go to Monterey again? I was just there last month... lol
Well, if you can't come at least send Ashley to represent you.
:) :)

[col4bin]

where and when is the next planned california meet up? it would be nice to meet some others on this forum.

[Cybnew]

Well...its kinda in the planning stage now...as of today...kinda looking like Monterey...Febuary-ish? or sooner (probably sooner)

[Maureen Souza]

I've been wanting to take Aaron to the MB Aquarium and I think he would really enjoy it now. Does anybody object if we haul him along with us? I can't leave him in the car like Lonnie does with Ashley, tho.........

[Cybnew]

I completely object...to the thought of any objections!

[thomascanty]

I can't leave him in the car like Lonnie does with Ashley, tho.........

You could leave him in the car with Ashley. They can keep each other company... :lol:

You don't really think anyone would mind you bringing him along though, do you?

[DwightMcCann]

Yeah, but it would be tough to use my 400mm f/2.8 in Mike's venues! Say, Steve, what's with the "Gold Hat" ... is that an upgraded tinfoil hat that Mike needs now? :-)

[Maureen Souza]

You could leave him in the car with Ashley. They can keep each other company... :lol:

You don't really think anyone would mind you bringing him along though, do you?

He's a real "people person" and will talk anyone's ear off. He's quite entertaining as well. When his mother came to get him today she started in with 'mother talk'. After a few minutes, Aaron looked up at her and said "You are driving me nutz!" :lol: :lol:

[ayotnoms]

I've been wanting to take Aaron to the MB Aquarium and I think he would really enjoy it now. Does anybody object if we haul him along with us? I can't leave him in the car like Lonnie does with Ashley, tho.........

I for one would love to meet Aaron so by all means, bring young squire along for the ride!
:)
Say, Steve, what's with the "Gold Hat" ... is that an upgraded tinfoil hat that Mike needs now? :-)

Gold Hat is featured in the mpg linked on Mike's sig..."Badges. We ain't got no badges. We don't need no badges. I don't have to show you any stinking badges"

The real tin foil hat wearers will remain nameless. :) ;)

[Margie]

Maureen...I was thinking your name sounded familiar so I checked on BP site, and the Kerry Drager class from last Jan.06 and see that you are one and the same!
Good to see you again. I guess I didn't realize that you lived so close in CA.!
Maybe I will get to meet you at this get together!
Margie

[Cybnew]

Ha! Kerry Drager! His step son is one of my best friends!

[Margie]

Ha! Kerry Drager! His step son is one of my best friends!

WOW...that's great...Kerry was a great instructor! I learned so much from him!
BTW...maybe you could invite Kerry and his step-son to come to our get together!
Margie

[Maureen Souza]

WOW...that's great...Kerry was a great instructor! I learned so much from him!
BTW...maybe you could invite Kerry and his step-son to come to our get together!
Margie


Well "HI Margie". That was a great class. I took it primarily for my trip to Greece and Italy (last spring). I learned a lot and it was very helpful.

[Margie]

Maureen...Italy and Greece, great! I went to Portugal, Spain and England in the spring. It helped me a lot too. I have some of the photos from my trip on my BP gallery.
Have you taken any more classes over there? I am signed up for one in Jan. 07, Brenda Tharp " Creating Visual Impact". I think she will be a good instructor also. Tammy may also be taking the class.
Margie

[Kevin]

I'll put my vote in for Monterey. Lots to see with the aquarium and plenty of good eats. The only thing is, this time I'm not going to sit with Ashley,:lol: she hogs all the food. Aaron is always welcome, as long as he shares the crayons.:lol: And Dwight better bring a camera that works, or a lens, or a Pelican case full of bragging rights.
BTW, date wise, late February, preferably early March.

[DwightMcCann]

And Dwight better bring a camera that works, or a lens, or a Pelican case full of bragging rights.
I hope one of three bodies will work. Who knows what else I'll have by then ... surely not me! I've got a few fast small primes and some Kata raingear on my equipment list for next year but I am really hoping Canon will come out with a new FF Pro body in the spring. The 400mm f/2.8 won't fit in the Pelican case so it travels in its own Canon case ... but it will certainly be available for test driving.

Oh, Cyb, I expect we'll have some bicycles with us this time but we may be limited by accommodations for Anna ... her seat fits on my Rock Hopper but not on Stump Jumper or OCR1. We'll see. But you can always come visit!

[Kevin]

I hope one of three bodies will work.
If not you can barrow my 1DsmkII and I will just use my 20D.;)

[Belmondo]

If not you can barrow my 1DsmkII and I will just use my 20D.;)

Or mine......

[Cybnew]

Oh, Cyb, I expect we'll have some bicycles with us this time but we may be limited by accommodations for Anna ... her seat fits on my Rock Hopper but not on Stump Jumper or OCR1. We'll see. But you can always come visit!


Ankle is still busted as of now, but maybe it will heal soon. (doubtful :()

Or mine......

or mine. (I wish. but I am having fun with my 20d. bought the 580ex last monday, and an 18-55 to compliment my 75-300. Next im fixin to get the 100mm macro (or is it 105. idk) but...atleast i will have a somewhat new camera this time :)

[DwightMcCann]

Or mine......
I have enough lenses to work with all of them! :-) Too bad they have such a low frame rate, eh? :rolleyes:

[Belmondo]

I have enough lenses to work with all of them! :-) Too bad they have such a low frame rate, eh? :rolleyes:

Yeah, a real pity.

Imagine if we were blowing through film at 8.5 fps. That could get pretty expensive.

[Cybnew]

YES IT CAN! did that during the tour de california....unfortunatly...someone forgot to turn on AUTO focus :'(

[Kevin]

I have enough lenses to work with all of them! :-) Too bad they have such a low frame rate, eh? :rolleyes:
OOOOOOOHH well.:(

[DwightMcCann]

Yeah, a real pity.

Imagine if we were blowing through film at 8.5 fps. That could get pretty expensive.

Well, those film cameras aren't quite as expensive.

[Kevin]

Since the First annual California POTN get together was already 1082 posts I started the Second annual California POTN get together.

[Cybnew]

Yay! i have the first post....with out actually starting the thread!

[col4bin]

just marking this one for easier tracking

[Kraig C]

Ankle is still busted as of now, but maybe it will heal soon. (doubtful) you can always lop it off below the knee and install a pegleg with a clipon screwed to the bottom ;)

[Cybnew]

yeah...i have considered that...but...its honestly more than i want to deal with right now :) Anyway...im going out of town for 5 days...so dont think i lost interest in this thread if i dont post. Vegas here I come!

[thomascanty]

What days will you be in Vegas, Mat? I'm headed there next week from Monday through Friday.

[Cybnew]

Today through Saturday. Infact...my mom is calling of me now...so OFF WITH THE COMPUTER :) Have fun in Vegas Lonnie!

[thomascanty]

You have fun also. Too bad we'll just miss each other...

[DwightMcCann]

OK, I'm transferred over. I tried to put my beard on Belmondo's Avatar but then it wouldn't fit back. Kinda dreary here this morning.

[Kevin]

Lonnie is in pink, belmondo is green, Maureen has a ghost flying around in her avatar, CDS is the grim reaper and I still know nothing. I will be most glad to see the witching hour come to an end. Ugly day here as well.

[OneTime]

This is great, will be my first if i go and meet others.

[Maureen Souza]

Maureen...Italy and Greece, great! I went to Portugal, Spain and England in the spring. It helped me a lot too. I have some of the photos from my trip on my BP gallery.
Have you taken any more classes over there? I am signed up for one in Jan. 07, Brenda Tharp " Creating Visual Impact". I think she will be a good instructor also. Tammy may also be taking the class.
Margie

I might join you, Margie... I haven't thought about taking another class but my busy time is winding down for a bit so I'll look into it.

[GaryK]

I am a new member and would look forward to meeting others in person - and taking a few pictures.

[jilliantodd]

I can probably pull of going to Monterey; and my bday is in February, so I'll "sell" the trip as a birthday gift! I will keep checking back for details.

Jill
San Jose

[Cybnew]

IM BACK!!!!!!!!!! So...TIRED!

[thomascanty]

IM BACK!!!!!!!!!! So...TIRED!

I hope you left something there for me. I'm leaving first thing, day after tomorrow...

[Maureen Souza]

Have fun, Lonnie!!!
Mat: Are you broke?;);)

[grego]

All you Norcal ppl!! :p

[calicokat]

All you Norcal ppl!! :p

What about us SoCal folk, we need a northern and southern get together, the state is big enough to warrant it :cool:

[Cybnew]

Well i am broke, but it was the stuff i bought before i left (the speedlight, the 18-55, and the lowepro bag) that did it :(

[Marvinspu36]

Hey everyone! Glad to see another get together is in the works. I've been absent from the forums for quite a while :( . Busy with too many other things. CYBNEW was kind enough to drop me a note about the upcoming gathering.

Monterey sounds great! Hopefully we will be able to make it.

I am really excited about seeing everyone again, and hopefully some new folks too!

[Cybnew]

Glad you got the email! We missed your presence!

[Robo814]

Im new here, but depending on when this takes place, I might want to tag along if i may?:cool:

[Cybnew]

If you are a member of this board (or not) and have a camera (kinda the only prerequisite :)) than you are more than welcome to come. Well...as long as you arnt a serial killer or anything like that :) (which im assuming you arnt)

[Skip Souza]

Im new here, but depending on when this takes place, I might want to tag along if i may?:cool:
Absolutely! The more the merrier. We'll be on your home turf after all :lol:

[Radtech1]

Got some great shots of Catalina last time. Looking forward to another trip out.

Rad

[DwightMcCann]

Got some great shots of Catalina last time. Looking forward to another trip out.

Rad
Do you need a special passport to come there from Irvine?

[OneTime]

Do you need a special passport to come there from Irvine?


I think it's the transportation that you have to pay to get over there.

[Kevin]

Im new here, but depending on when this takes place, I might want to tag along if i may?:cool:
You are most definitely invited and I am sure you have better information on coming events in late February or March.

[Maureen Souza]

Hey guys and gals.... I was thinking about an activity we might all enjoy and came up with thishttp://www.lakesanantonio.net/
There is a large group of Bald Eagles that migrate here for the winter and the park does daily eagle tours. Anybody interested? I am willing to make reservations if you can all commit to a date by 12-20-06. I was thinking Feb. 3rd, 2007...is that enough time that you all can clear your calendars and make it?

[Cybnew]

Sounds good to me Maureen :)

[Kevin]

That's a great idea Maureen, count us in. I believe that date will work but I need to check with the boss this pm.

[ayotnoms]

Oh this really bums me up.
Superbowl Sunday is 4 February so no annoytoms this year:cry: :cry:

[Skip Souza]

Good observation Steve. Perhaps another date?

[Kevin]

Good observation Steve. Perhaps another date?
Yes indeed Steve, maybe the following weekend.

[ayotnoms]

If a different date works out for everyone else, that would be great.

...I can't believe a whole year has passed.

Cheers!

[Maureen Souza]

Sorry for my tardiness guys... I've been burning the candle at both ends at work:mad: . I didn't realize that was SB wkend so lets move it back to the 27th of January. The 10th of Feb is the last wkend of the tours and it is also more likely to rain in Feb.
Does that sound do-able to everyone?

[Kevin]

Works for us. Add our names to the list.

[YosemiteJunkie]

Count me in if I can get away.

[Cybnew]

Im in...as usual :)

[Maureen Souza]

Okay, I am going to see about making reservations for Jan. 27th.... I'll call tomorrow and see what I can do.

[DwightMcCann]

Our schedule is still swirling but our desire is to make it ... if there is money involved we will commit to paying even if we don't make it.

[thomascanty]

Is this a day trip, camping trip, or ... ? Are there motels/hotels there?

[Cybnew]

There arnt motels there, however Paso Robles is just a few miles south, and there are plenty of places to stay there.

[Marvinspu36]

Rats. We won't be able to make this one. Unfortunately we have plans for that weekend already. I look forwared to lots of great pictures from the event.

Have fun everyone. Hopefully we'll see you all at the next one!

[Margie]

I would love to join you all ! January 27th right? Anyone using any motel inparticular in Paso Robles? It might be fun to stay at the same place.

Any particulars on the date, time, cost, etc, motels...?

I will mark my calendar and wait to hear what to do next!

[Margie]

I just ran into this on the internet when searching for Lake San Antonio...

Lodging...

http://www.lakesanantonioresort.com/lodging.htm

[Margie]

This looks very nice too...

http://www.brysonresort.com/tour.html

[Kevin]

Come and join the crowd for sure Margie. There are several less expensive Motels in Paso Robles that start at about $60.00 to $140.00 per/nite. Check out The Paso Robles Travelodge, Best Western Black Oak Motor Lodge, and La Quinta Inn & Suites Paso Robles.

[Maureen Souza]

I called and they won't take group reservations larger than 6 persons so.......either we can make reservations individually or we can try another activity.
Any suggestions?

[DwightMcCann]

Thanks for the update, Maureen ... we almost made reservations there for our camper. If we don't go that would be a bit out of the way. Any suggestions for an RV place we can put our truck camper nearer to home base?

[Maureen Souza]

I would still like to go that weekend so I think tomorrow I will make reservations for Skip and I. I hope the rest of you decide to some along. We can make a day trip out of it and get together for dinner Saturday night.

[Kevin]

I will call tomorrow morning as well. Do we how many they take in each group and what the times are? I would like to schedule for the same group if possible.

[jarias]

I would love to attend if you guys dont mind

[Maureen Souza]

I will call tomorrow morning as well. Do we how many they take in each group and what the times are? I would like to schedule for the same group if possible.
Here is the info from the website. It looks like there is only one tour/day.

Lake San Antonio Eagle Watch Tours will take bird watchers out on the lake aboard Eagle One, a 56 foot tourboat purchased for the tours by the parks foundation of Monterey County. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars and a sack lunch (no alcoholic beverages allowed). Please arrive at the South Shore Store by 10:45 a.m. Space is limited. Reservations are required.
Tour Rates
Saturday and Sunday Tours.............$12/person
Senior Citizen Discount...................$2 off
(Fee includes day-use)
Reservations
For reservations, please call (888) 588-CAMP between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

[Skip Souza]

I would love to attend if you guys dont mind
Of course we don't mind!

[Kevin]

Here is the info from the website. It looks like there is only one tour/day.
Thanks, I did see that on the website. I will need to check on accessibility on the boat when I call for reservations.

[Maureen Souza]

Okay ladies and gents...call and get your reservations in for Jan 27th!!! I have made ours. The boat leaves at 10:45 a.m. from the South Shore store and it holds 60 people.
It only goes out once, daily so we can all go together.
888-588-CAMP.

[jarias]

Is there a place to stay close by i will book mine in the morning

[Maureen Souza]

Is there a place to stay close by i will book mine in the morning
Paso Robles has numerous motels. We are just going to wing it!

[jarias]

they have campgrounds with mobile trailers on the park

[Cybnew]

San Antonio is a GREAT lake to go cruising on. We take our pontoon boat out there in the summer and cruize up and down the lake. Im really looking forward to the get together this year!

[DwightMcCann]

We're working on it! :-) Will be in our truck camper. [Edit: We have reservations for the boat and Wine Country RV Park.]

[Skip Souza]

We have reservations for Friday night at Paso Robles Travelodge.
1 King, $75.90 805-238-0078 or http://www.travelodge.com/Travelodge/control/home

[Maureen Souza]

Anybody else going? The boat holds up to 60 people. They don't cancel for rainy weather but we could always decide to go to Monterey Bay Aquarium if the weather is lousy.

[DwightMcCann]

I got some Kata raingear for my camera that I need to try out. We have reservations at RV park and for the boat. So, just us and the Souza's?

[Kevin]

Anne and I are good to go. The boat ride is not in the cards for me but I'm pretty sure;) there will be plenty of other stuff to shoot. We will arrive in plenty of time to see everyone off and champagne waiting for the return.

[gjman]

I was in that area a few days ago (elephant seal preserve) and those smelling, burping, birthing animals didn't really hold my attention for too long (really dull subject...literally).

So what exactly do you do there besides shoot bald eagles. I get bored quickly and with 59 other L toting, ISO skimping, canon junkies who are trying to outdo each other trying to shoot birds from a boat... won't keep me entertained enough!!!

And Kata rain gear??? I aint got nothing like that...I am bringing a garbage bag (If I can convince some other L toting canon jukie to join me, I aint driving alone for 3 hours to shoot no eagles)

Will there be food? What happens if no eagles show up? Most L toting photogs are ugly and there is no way in hell my IS and fluorite lens will make you look pretty (hey the camera never lies). :)

You kids need to provide a bit more detail of what usually happens when you folks get together. I cant believe you L coholics don't have pics of your last meet.

[Skip Souza]

Try looking at the photos from the First annual California POTN get together. (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=127693&page=27)
We had a great time, eating, drinking and just hanging out.

[Maureen Souza]

I was in that area a few days ago (elephant seal preserve) and those smelling, burping, birthing animals didn't really hold my attention for too long (really dull subject...literally).

So what exactly do you do there besides shoot bald eagles. I get bored quickly and with 59 other L toting, ISO skimping, canon junkies who are trying to outdo each other trying to shoot birds from a boat... won't keep me entertained enough!!!




This is not a mandatory staff meeting. You are not required to show up.
We have had a couple of get togethers and guess what? We actually enjoy each other's company. How boring is that?

[thomascanty]

I get bored quickly and with 59 other L toting, ISO skimping, canon junkies who are trying to outdo each other trying to shoot birds from a boat...

I've been to three POTN get-togethers so far, and it's never been a competition. Nobody cares if they get a better shot than anyone else. Also, not everyone is toting L...

Try it sometime. You might find you actually have a good time and won't be so negative in the future. The people here are great company, whether you're shooting a camera or just shooting the breeze.

[DwightMcCann]

I was in that area a few days ago (elephant seal preserve) and those smelling, burping, birthing animals didn't really hold my attention for too long (really dull subject...literally).

So what exactly do you do there besides shoot bald eagles. I get bored quickly and with 59 other L toting, ISO skimping, canon junkies who are trying to outdo each other trying to shoot birds from a boat... won't keep me entertained enough!!!

And Kata rain gear??? I aint got nothing like that...I am bringing a garbage bag (If I can convince some other L toting canon jukie to join me, I aint driving alone for 3 hours to shoot no eagles)

Will there be food? What happens if no eagles show up? Most L toting photogs are ugly and there is no way in hell my IS and fluorite lens will make you look pretty (hey the camera never lies). :)

You kids need to provide a bit more detail of what usually happens when you folks get together. I cant believe you L coholics don't have pics of your last meet.

We would love to have you come but we will not be entertaining you. So, while I cannot imagine being bored with Maureen around, your mileage may vary ... and if you are as risk averse as you sound you may be better off sitting at home on your couch watching TV! :rolleyes:

[thomascanty]

Where are the photos located? That link takes me to page 27 of a million on the first get-together. :lol:

I can't tell you where the photos start, but I'm having fun reading through that old thread again... :D :lol: I'm up to page 32 now. Still pre-trip discussion there.

Edit: Looks like the photos start on page 36... ;)

[Skip Souza]

Where are the photos located? That link takes me to page 27 of a million on the first get-together. :lol:
The photos start on page 27, post 526 to be exact. :p

[Kevin]

Boy I'm stoked. I just fitted my G1 with a 600mm f/4. Look out Bald Eagles. Oh, I better fit it with some Kata rain gear just in case.:mrgreen:

[gjman]

Wow..... now that I've manged to piss off 59 canon toting L-coholics (on a boat), I did see the pics and you guys seem to have a lot of fun. What part of my sig didn't tell you guys about my wry sense of humor?

[Maureen Souza]

What part of my sig didn't tell you guys about my wry sense of humor?
Apparently, we all missed it.

[gjman]

Now whose fault would that be? :-)

[Kevin]

Apparently, we all missed it.
:confused: Did I miss something.:rolleyes:

[ayotnoms]

Wow..... now that I've manged to piss off 59 canon toting L-coholics (on a boat), I did see the pics and you guys seem to have a lot of fun. What part of my sig didn't tell you guys about my wry sense of humor?

Apparently, we all missed it.

Now whose fault would that be? :-)

Well, if all fails, we can follow gjman around and photograph him as he slaps ice cream cones out of the hands of children for entertainment. :evil:

[gjman]

Naaah I will get my jollies by watching 59 L-coholics trying to frame an eagle from a rocking boat and wondering WHY they cant seem to frame the bird correctly. I am easily amused (just as easliy bored) and slapping ice-creams off children's hand does not qualify as amusement (for you maybe).

Wait does this mean I am actually invited? (only to be tied to cinder blocks and thrown off the boat?)

[Kevin]

Wait does this mean I am actually invited? (only to be tied to cinder blocks and thrown off the boat?)
We will strap you to an L lens so you can sink in the style you are accustom to.:lol:

[gjman]

If you push me off with an L attached to me I guarantee you that 58 others will jump off the boat right after me....not to save me...but to get the L.:)

[zasboy]

If you push me off with an L attached to me I guarantee you that 58 others will jump off the boat right after me....not to save me...but to get the L. LOL :lol: :lol: :lol: This is going in my sig!

On subject, I wish I could come along but I don't think I can make the drive down south :cry:

[Cybnew]

Muahaha! I'm back! Unfortunatly I am not sure if i will be able to get out on the boat, if not tho however, i will be sure to meet up with you guys in paso or wherever after I get off work (from, ironicaly enough, the outrigger, which is where we ate last year! :) )

[oni0n56]

Oooh Oooh! I want to go.

[Kevin]

Oooh Oooh! I want to go.
You are more than welcome, the more the merrier.

[Kevin]

On subject, I wish I could come along but I don't think I can make the drive down south :cry:
It's always fun to meet fellow POTN'ers. If by chance it works out post a note. I will be checking in early morning Saturday.

[Maureen Souza]

We are spending Friday night in Paso Robles and plan on being to Lake SA around 10:00 a.m. We hope a bunch of you guys decide to show up and play with us for the day!

[Kevin]

Can't wait!!!

[Belmondo]

Geez.....how did I miss this?

I had no idea these plans were being discussed. Of course I also recognize the possibility that some (most) of you are just as happy that Mrs. B and I will not be attending.

Have fun.

[DwightMcCann]

Belmondo, you have no idea how hard we worked to hide this from YOU! Actually, I am personally less than happy that you were unaware of this gathering ... so it must be Mo's fault! :-)

[Belmondo]

Belmondo, you have no idea how hard we worked to hide this from YOU! Actually, I am personally less than happy that you were unaware of this gathering ... so it must be Mo's fault! :-):):)Cybnew let the cat out of the bag. You can beat him up over that when you see him.

[Kevin]

Geez.....how did I miss this?

I had no idea these plans were being discussed. Of course I also recognize the possibility that some (most) of you are just as happy that Mrs. B and I will not be attending.

Have fun.
Not be attending? I hope you have a note from the teacher! You and Mrs. B will be dearly missed.:(

[Maureen Souza]

Blaming me?!?!? I thought this forum was open to everyone.........Hmmmm.

Tom, I am sure I sent out a PM to everyone who attended the first outing but I will double check that. Sorry. boss. I will miss you.

[DwightMcCann]

Blaming me?!?!?
ROFLMAO!

[Belmondo]

It's not the end of the world. I'll just sit home and sulk.

:rolleyes: