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ALANSD · 02-15-2007, 08:09 AM

any decision on what weeknd your mid- winter thing might be?

Devoman · 02-15-2007, 09:03 AM

Pretty much just whenever you have the next fall rally.I am up for whatever date.We plan to go up north anyways and make a big trip out of it and visit Misty,s Dad again for a couple weeks.

Poprivet · 02-15-2007, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by ALANSD

any decision on what weeknd your mid- winter thing might be?

You mean the next Canopener at Topsail?

Devoman · 02-15-2007, 09:18 AM

I am sorry I was talking about seeing you all at the fall rally in north georgia again since we are not able to make this one.I had a blast the last time meeting everyone.You all were great and then meeting some of you all again in florida was fun also with more new faces to meet and greet as well.

LI Pets · 02-15-2007, 09:56 AM

I just heard back from my T-shirt guy, he needs a better image.

Who has the original?

ALANSD · 02-15-2007, 10:30 AM

Jordan ((a-merry-can) did the design. He is travelling a lot but might respond to a PM

part 2--- yeah the canopener, I hated to miss it, but we always go back to work the friday after New Years.

Minnie's Mate · 02-15-2007, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ALANSD

part 2--- yeah the canopener, I hated to miss it, but we always go back to work the friday after New Years.

Yeah, I know what you mean. My wife and kids went back to school the Wednesday and Thursday after New Year's respectfully so we drove down to the Can Opener Rally after I got off work Friday night. We got there about 2:00 am. Even with my diesel we didn't seem to wake anybody when we arrived. Wheel Interested was awake, but that was about it. We would have arrived an hour earlier except we had to hunt down an LP dealer and fill the tanks so we would have hot water the next morning. It really isn't a bad drive. Maybe next year we can caravan...I promise to drive slower than I usually do. I seem to have a reputation.

Sugarfoot · 02-15-2007, 06:33 PM

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This rally is gonna do good no matter what happens.As much fun I had last year there it seems it can only get better and bigger from here on out.Now that your going to be having the pig roast and such that right there makes it top notch in my book.You all take a huge bite for me,Misty and Breanna.
Also from you Vegetarians,Alan and Sugarfoot.I know we are missing a great rally but we will see you all in the fall.

Devoman, you know we'll all miss you too. Fall will be here before we know it. See ya then, if not before. BTW, Breanna's artwork from the Can Opener is still on the Tradewind fridge door held on by a big Can Opener magnet.

Devoman · 02-15-2007, 06:41 PM

Tell Your Mom We all say hello.we luv your mom...She is great.I hope to see her also.Tell her she better be there or I will come and get her myself when the fall rally gets here.
Brianna says hi Sugerfoot

Minnie's Mate · 02-16-2007, 08:14 AM

Sugarfoot, I don't think Becki and I met you and your mother. We look forward to doing so at the Springstream rally and getting to tour your way cool Airstream. We saw the outside but didn't get to peek inside. Anyway, looking forward to meeting you both in April!

Sugarfoot · 02-16-2007, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Devoman

Tell Your Mom We all say hello.we luv your mom...She is great.I hope to see her also.Tell her she better be there or I will come and get her myself when the fall rally gets here.
Brianna says hi Sugerfoot

I'll tell her, she'll get a kick out of that.

The good Lord willing, she will be there. Give Breanna a big hug and kiss from us.

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Sugarfoot, I don't think Becki and I met you and your mother. We look forward to doing so at the Springstream rally and getting to tour your way cool Airstream. We saw the outside but didn't get to peek inside. Anyway, looking forward to meeting you both in April!

No Minnie's Mate, we didn't get to really meet, but Kathy Posey sort of introduced you to me as you were driving through to your site, kinda like "Hey, that's Minnie's Mate!" Unfortunately, there were quite a few folks I didn't get to meet at the Can Opener, so much to do and so little time. But we'll meet for real at Hiawasee. Looking forward to it.
Everyone is welcome most anytime at Sugarfoot's Tradewind. My little vintage Mom is a homebody, prefers to stick around the trailer, quilt, watch TV, or nap. It took Devoman's insistence to get her out to the pot luck in Florida. But she loves the rallies and enjoys each visitor to the trailer. I probably need to make a sign of some sort, double-sided with "Mom's Napping" on one and "Mom's Awake" on the other.

Then everyone will know when its cool to drop in.

Minnie's Mate · 02-17-2007, 05:13 AM

I'll keep an eye out for that sign for sure! I know the importance of a good nap when camping...just ask my wife.

ALANSD · 02-17-2007, 06:00 AM

I am asking everyone that would like to, to meet at the Pavillion Saturday morning at 10:00am or so, to get a handle on the days activities, and to informally meet and greet.

Of course many will be out and about earlier, but for those who sleep in this will be (hopefully) no strain.

-We will give out some cards to put on your AS if you will allow others inside in the afternoon ( 2 pm or so) for a "tour".

-Also the raffle tickets for the evening's give aways.
_ This should make it easier to put a face and a name together...

if this time is still too early

let me know...we will shoot for 11.

GoNomad · 02-17-2007, 08:32 PM

10:00 sounds great. Found out today that my oldest boy is in a baseball tournament the same weekend

so we may be in and out, if we have any high school baseball fans or anyone interested in touring Rabun Gap Nacoochee School Saturday afternoon I can arrange it. If you have ever driven through Rabun County on 441 then you have seen Rabun Gap west of the road sitting on a hill just before you enter Dillard GA.

61 days and counting

camperski · 02-17-2007, 09:02 PM

glad your gonna be "in and out" instead of just "out"!!! Can't wait for you to see Whitmire's Royal Spartanette. Be great to finally meet you guys!

GoNomad · 02-18-2007, 07:17 AM

As much as I love my son and baseball, this rally is as close to heaven as you can get still on earth. Great people, lots of aluminum, and of course Food/Music.

Camperski I am working on my blog getting it up to date so in a couple of days give it a look and tell me what you think. Thanks,

kposey · 02-20-2007, 09:35 AM

Great idea Alan! We'll be there. In fact, are we there yet???

empresley · 02-20-2007, 09:36 AM

BBQed Syllabus
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Class titles can vary:
How to Serve Burnt Offerings & Still be a Winner.
How to Waste an Hour with em.
How to Make it with a Grill or Cook Better than your Neighbors.
Make up your own...
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1. Very brief remarks to help end the beginning.

2. Meats to be discussed and demonstrated.
Each catagory will have its own unique variations on (trimming, injection, seasoning, use of sauce, etc.)

a. Ribs
b. Chicken
c. Pork Shoulder or Boston Butt
d. Beef Brisket
e. Whole Hog - if anyone is interested we will do this last (the hog should be cooking while we speak)

3. Seasoning methods
a. Injections & Marinades
b. Dry Rubs
c. Brining

4. Sauces
a. Varieties & applications for different meats
b. Off the shelf vs. custom or homemade
c. Do’s and Don’ts (sometimes known as my way or the highway)

5. Methods of Cooking
a. BBQing vs. Grilling vs. Smoking
b. Fuels (charcoal, wood, gas, etc.)
c. Temperatures for cooking. Being "done" vs. "good eats".

6. Discussion
a. Questions and answers
b. For the Die-hards: The Whole Hog (everything you wanted to know)

7. Competition BBQ events (optional discussion if we have time or folks won’t leave)
a. Organizations and how to participate
b. How to become a BBQ Judge

Items to Note:

1. Start time? Early morning (9:00) or mid-afternoon (2:00). Post suggested times based on other activities. I’m flexible.
2. We will be discussing the ribs and chicken first in case there are individuals who are not interested in cooking brisket or shoulders. (those intimidated by large cuts of meat will be excused early)
3. Someone needs to start a post to list participants or send me a PM. The number attending will be important for several reasons. (handouts, samples, will this class make?, etc.)
4. The syllabus is not sacred. It is open to suggestions, deletions, additions, etc. I will try to cover anything relevant. Anyone who would like to present their favorite BBQ technique or secret is welcome to join in.
5. Class objective: Have fun. Get some sauce on your shirt. Pass the post-test.

Poprivet · 02-20-2007, 11:28 AM

Got my sign today - pretty cool. Thanks Steve, now I'm rally ready

nilesrob · 02-21-2007, 07:31 AM

BBQed Syllabus
************************************************** ****
Class titles can vary:
How to Serve Burnt Offerings & Still be a Winner.
How to Waste an Hour with em.
How to Make it with a Grill or Cook Better than your Neighbors.
Make up your own...
************************************************** ****

Martin - Sounds great! My suggestion is maybe somewhere around noon-ish, but whatever works. So sign me up - maybe we can use this as the start of a list for those interested.

nilesrob - 1 (Brad)