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scottanlily · 10-17-2007, 08:51 PM

Hi guys, usually Scott writes on the forum. Even though the rally is one week away, I am making the stained glass airstreams,like last year. If there is a special style or size you are interested in,let me know. Last year I had bambi,and tradewind. doorgunner has dibs on the 1st one. my c is 805-453-7101. see you then. oh, I am also bringing some of my fragrant candles along that I sell for the ambiance.come by and check them out.. drive safely . Lily

doorgunner · 10-18-2007, 08:27 AM

Lily;
I got one from you last year. remember? and you're way younger than me! Now the candles will be a nice touch, since Linda Lu will be ridin shotgun this trip. Just you and Scott this time? Tim

Buttercup · 10-19-2007, 05:00 PM

All Right! Who is making the tarantula for the burning tarantula? This has to be done right (which means that I am not in the running for construction).
First of all, it has to be illuminated for at least one day before being burned, preferably with neon, the real stuff. Led's and COOL NEON is also acceptable. It should be made of wood and be large enough to burn nicely without setting the western half of the USA on fire.
Secondly, the Tarantula has to be burned with reverence and respect. You know, tarantulas are people too.
Lastly, are we talking full out costume burning of the tarantula or is it going to be just a touristy burning (you know, t-shirts & jeans sort of thing)?
Afterall, if we are going to sort of pattern this after Burning Man, we might as well put some BM ethos into the mix. I am not talking hippie incense burning and things like that but some of these things do have importance.

Fyrzowt · 10-19-2007, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Buttercup

All Right! Who is making the tarantula for the burning tarantula? This has to be done right (which means that I am not in the running for construction).
First of all, it has to be illuminated for at least one day before being burned, preferably with neon, the real stuff. Led's and COOL NEON is also acceptable. It should be made of wood and be large enough to burn nicely without setting the western half of the USA on fire.
Secondly, the Tarantula has to be burned with reverence and respect. You know, tarantulas are people too.
Lastly, are we talking full out costume burning of the tarantula or is it going to be just a touristy burning (you know, t-shirts & jeans sort of thing)?
Afterall, if we are going to sort of pattern this after Burning Man, we might as well put some BM ethos into the mix. I am not talking hippie incense burning and things like that but some of these things do have importance.

I don't recall if this group has ever had any law enforcement contacts before...

BUT...I have to work during the rally, and while I would love to be there, I would prefer not having to show up in the fire engine. Or worse yet as an investigator. (But then the OT would be nice)
This is a pretty light hearted group and hard to nail down just how much is in jest and when you are serious.
Let me put my serious hat on. This is one of the more fire prone areas in the state. While we have had a minimal amount of rain, the live fuel moisture levels have not come up at all yet. Fire season is a long way from over unless we get significant rain. This week looks like Santa Ana winds are the rule.
If you burn anything of size, please use the caution that you all are known for.

Of course Ron will be there to keep an eye on things...
Dave

Buttercup · 10-19-2007, 05:58 PM

Good point, Actually, I was picturing a tarantula about as big as a basketball with legs on it. We're talking about 20 people here, not 50,000.
And I was picturing the burning taking place about 6 inches above the main fire. This would be as the tarantula is lowered onto the fire.
And yes, Ron might be a good person to have supervise.

str8strm · 10-19-2007, 06:01 PM

Of course Ron will be there to keep an eye on things...
Dave[/quote]
We have a commitment for that weekend and when the polls for the date tied and there was no runoff-------we can not make it.

Fyrzowt · 10-19-2007, 06:45 PM

Ron, Thought you were going, maybe next year.
Buttercup, sounds like you're squared away, you'll have your hands full. Have fun, wish I could be there.
Dave

Otters · 10-20-2007, 10:52 AM

Here's my thought. I'm going to scope the party store today for a Tarantula Pinata. That should make great bondfire starter fuel--if we just don't inhale within 10 feet of the fire (who knows what they make those things out of--no doubt they're importing them from China now, rather than Mexico).

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Originally Posted by Buttercup

All Right! Who is making the tarantula for the burning tarantula? This has to be done right (which means that I am not in the running for construction).
First of all, it has to be illuminated for at least one day before being burned, preferably with neon, the real stuff. Led's and COOL NEON is also acceptable. It should be made of wood and be large enough to burn nicely without setting the western half of the USA on fire.
Secondly, the Tarantula has to be burned with reverence and respect. You know, tarantulas are people too.
Lastly, are we talking full out costume burning of the tarantula or is it going to be just a touristy burning (you know, t-shirts & jeans sort of thing)?
Afterall, if we are going to sort of pattern this after Burning Man, we might as well put some BM ethos into the mix. I am not talking hippie incense burning and things like that but some of these things do have importance.

Buttercup · 10-20-2007, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Otters

That should make great bondfire starter fuel--if we just don't inhale within 10 feet of the fire

Hey, doesn't that depend on what it is stuffed with?

doorgunner · 10-20-2007, 01:36 PM

Everyone knows my fire starting capabilities as demonstrated at the spring Casini rally. I'm suggesting we use my plan "B" method, plan "A" of course being to sprinkle the Pinata with gasoline. As there will be a dry fire condition I'm saying use plan"B". That would be filling the pinata with gasoline soaked bread or maybe tortilla's in this instance! At any rate we'll ger er done. No swinging at the pinata though.

doorgunner · 10-20-2007, 01:38 PM

oopps LL is looking over my shoulder she suggests- Filling the pinata with gasoline soaked bread and hanging it in the tree and swinging at it with a lighted torch!!
I love this woman!!

scottanlily · 10-20-2007, 09:33 PM

We down her in SB just went thru the Zaca fire and Fyrzowt most likely was on that burn . Today the winds have been terrible as well as last night .We have a fog everywhere of ash .Looked like a blanket of brown fog .you would think for sure a major burn was going on .Its quite heavy even now . So we must be careful .firefighters rule !

Scott of scottanlily

Big Dee · 10-21-2007, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by doorgunner

oopps LL is looking over my shoulder she suggests- Filling the pinata with gasoline soaked bread and hanging it in the tree and swinging at it with a lighted torch!!
I love this woman!!

hahaha you first dg!

Luminati · 10-21-2007, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Buttercup

All Right! Who is making the tarantula for the burning tarantula? This has to be done right (which means that I am not in the running for construction).
First of all, it has to be illuminated for at least one day before being burned, preferably with neon, the real stuff. Led's and COOL NEON is also acceptable. It should be made of wood and be large enough to burn nicely without setting the western half of the USA on fire.

With Malibu burning and all, maybe the gasoline-soaked Piñata should be postponed for a rally in the desert (LL & DG, you're a dangerous combo!). I am building a wooden Tarantula, no bigger than the circumference of the campground fire-pit. It is, afterall, ceremonial. We don't want flying embers wafting about the dry trees and grasses. The kids can make little tarantulas and toss them in as well ( I'm bringing black pipes cleaners and tiny pine cones, so they can make them on Saturday).

So, we'll see you all on Thursday, pending Mark's jury duty schedule. I would hate to have to tow the Luminatus down by myself.
Cheers! Karin

Buttercup · 10-21-2007, 10:33 AM

O.K. So quick question....Which loop are we going to be meeting at? Loop A shows to be reserved area, loop b & c show as open area. I think we were thinking of starting at loop B to be somewhat centrally located. We will be arriving Thurs afternoon, evening. Karin - we'll keep you company if you need.

uwe · 10-21-2007, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by str8strm

Of course Ron will be there to keep an eye on things...
Dave

We have a commitment for that weekend and when the polls for the date tied and there was no runoff-------we can not make it.[/quote]

Yeah, I remember that. Same for me. Someone voted the wrong date or something like that?

Kevbo10 · 10-21-2007, 02:55 PM

this is not fair...

i have an SOB vintage trailer rally in Kernville this weekend...

WHINE!

'bo

TIMEMACHINE · 10-21-2007, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by str8strm

Of course Ron will be there to keep an eye on things...
Dave

We have a commitment for that weekend and when the polls for the date tied and there was no runoff-------we can not make it. Ron [/QUOTE]

Yeah, I remember that. Same for me. Someone voted the wrong date or something like that?

Uwe

It is all coming back now..the famous tie vote.....sorry we are gonna miss the party at LSA.

time

TinShack · 10-21-2007, 03:56 PM

Spider Burnin'

Wine Tastin'

Gypsy Music

Scary movies

Pot Luck

Sounds like a downright rivetin' time!

Big Dee · 10-21-2007, 05:42 PM

Wow only 5 days! Yes!!! I just got home from an overnight in the trailer. She's all washed and stocked and ready to go. I'll see everyone on Friday afternnon. Everyone take your pick of sites in loops B & C. Should be plenty of sites to choose from. Who's bringing the movie?

Thursday- 5:00 "Early Arrivals" happy hour hosted by ?
Friday- 5:00 Wine Tasting Happy Hour hosted by doorgunner
Saturday- All Day- trailer "Open House"
5:30 Grand Potluck Dinner
7:30 Bonfire "Burning of the Spider"
8:00 "Drive-In" Movie
Sunday- Morning- Coffee and Goodbye
5:00 "Left-Overs with the Hold-Overs" Dinner

Rally List
1. 1953 Flying- Robert, Angela;
2. airdrmr- Meredith, Jack, Drew and Taylor; Friday; corndogs and Chinese chicken salad
3. FreshAir- Neil and Lynn; Wednesday North Shore- Friday South Shore;
4. Big Dee- Dan; Friday; BBQ tri-tip
5. Buttercup- Kimber and Tim;
6. Coastalview- Jeff, Kathy and Collin; Friday;
7. doorgunner- Tim and Linda Lu; Wednesday North Shore- Friday South Shore;
8. kontiki- Jim and Ginny;
9. pinkflamingoes- Ingrid and Jeff;
10. Hit'the'Road- Cam; Friday; Patato casserole
11. Luminati- Karin and Mark; Thursday?; dessert
12. slowolf- Steve and Jan; Saturday; BBQ meat thingy
13. janetb/rollertoaster- Janet and Terry; Friday; dessert munchies
14. Otters- Linda and Ron; Thursday; BBQ Brisket
15. Tincrew- Leslie and Jim; Thursday or Friday
16. ajanib- Steven and Susan; Friday?
17. 4happycmprs- Chris, Vanessa, Ivory and Elias; Friday
18. scottnlily- Scott and Lily;
19. krikles- Roxanna and Catherine; Friday
20. TheCountess- Katy and David; Friday?