Canopener 2018

[Dart]

Just checked Topsail. . . .Sites 5 & 6 now available Jan 4th. Site 108 available Jan 5th. Nothing Jan 6th (but keep checking!) Tons of RV sites available Jan 7th.

[Two Peas]

We'll do green chile stew. Can we also get folks to list the ingredients on a card in case someone is sensitive?

[Protagonist]

Originally Posted by Two Peas

Can we also get folks to list the ingredients on a card in case someone is sensitive?

That's why my jambalaya for rallies never contains any kind of seafood.

But given the number of dishes and the number of people, it will be impractical for everyone with an allergy to read the ingredients list for every dish to find the ones they can or can't eat.

As an alternate suggestion, how about everyone with a dietary restriction identify it here, same way we're identifying the dishes we're bringing. Then the placards you suggested can contain (large print for old eyes) listings of just the allergens rather than all ingredients. Much faster and easier to get through the serving lines that way. The summary posts don't need to list who has what restriction, just list the restrictions that have been identified.

I'll start: I'm severely allergic to coconut, including coconut oil. We're talking "trip to the emergency room" allergic. So I'll avoid any dish that includes a "Contains Coconut Oil" placard.

Also, in a similar vein, since some people have a low tolerance for severely spicy food, a simple rating of "1 pepper" to "5 peppers" will allow those who can't handle the hot stuff to avoid the hot stuff, and allow those who love the hot stuff to avoid the mild stuff.

My jambalaya comes in at 3 peppers.

[trumpetguy]

Originally Posted by dearles

Are there any sites near, grayton and topsail are booked. thank you!

Check Henderson Beach State Park. Or Rocky Bayou State Park.

[AirHeadsRus]

Originally Posted by DebnJon

We are newbies to the Canopener and would like to sign up for helping as Chili Wranglers. We figure that will be a great way to meet people.

Deb n Jon

Welcome Deb n Jon,
You’re absolutely right......the best way to meet folks at the Canopener is to get involved! You’re going to meet the nicest folks around
And thanks for your help!

Annette

[AirHeadsRus]

YES, I’ll bring a set of Cornhole boards and bags

1) Luckyducks
2) Wachuko
3) AirheadsRUs
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[AirHeadsRus]

I’m on a roll tonight..........
Howdy folks,
Regarding name tags, in the past several years we’ve had folks lovingly volunteer to make a name tag with a lanyard for each person attending the rally. This year since many of you are repeat offenders at the Canopener I thought it would be a good time to either recycle your previous name tags, or use your unit name tag or be creative and make your own name tag!

If you’re a Canopener virgin, same as above, be creative out there!
Who knows, there might even be a prize for the most creative name tag

I look forward to seeing y’all in a few short weeks,
Annette
(Formerly known as Canopener chief party planner)

[judyjudy]

OK guys, here is where we are on items I am aware of for the Chili Feed. The Chili Feed is going to be Friday, January 5, at noon. It will be just before the Corn Hole Tournament and Margaritaville. Friday is going to be a big day!

Below are the items we need folks to sign up for. Just reply to this thread and I will add it to our list. Looking forward to another great Canopener. It will be here before we know it! Please have what you are bringing to the clubhouse by 11:00 on Friday. We will have note cards for you to label your chilies and note possible allergens and spiciness/heat on a 1 - 5 pepper scale.

Also, we are looking for chili wranglers to help us with setup and limited cleanup before and after the chili feed. We will have libations to quench your thirst as you help us!

APPETIZERS, CHILI CONDIMENTS, OTHER(chips, grated cheese, fritos, or whatever you like to add to your chili):
1. Black bean, corn and avocado salad - Judy & Pete - White Laker
2. Cornbread - Gator Dave - DavidSowder
3. Spicy/sweet Cornbread Pudding - Pat & Linda - SOBStAug
4. Chili Toppings(Chips, cheese, sour cream,onions, etc) Terry& Larry-tmad
5. Cornbread - Gary & Dianne - dgmahan
6. Homemade Killer Avocado Dip&Tortilla Chips-Mark& Michael - LaBigDogs
7. Avocado Red Onion Salad - Mary & Jeff - Medjrd
8. Green Chili Cornbread - Joanne & Bill - jomcmullen
9. Salad, Fritos and cheese - karenjude
10. Chopped Green Salad - Pat & Patty - Tin-Kerbell
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14.
15.

CHILI AND CHILI VARIETIES (we always have a wide variety with some sounding a little adventuresome!)
1. Texas Sausage Chili con Queso - Judy & Michael Shelley- JudyJudy
2. Into the Mystic Chili - Jackie & Don - Delmer
3. Cajun Chili (aka Red Beans & Rice) - Al & Missy
4. Traditional Chili - Frank and Reba
5. Ham Roast - Eddie & Lilian - DART
6. TN Chili - Jim & Rebecca - rjjef
7. White Chicken Chili - Mark & Annette - Razorhog
8. Downhome Chili - Gary & Dianne - dgmahan
9. Chicken, Sausage, Bacon Jambalaya - Protagonist
10. Black Bean & Black Angus Chili - Tami & Sthrngary
11. Cowboy Soup - Joe & Susan - Cbreeze 111
12. Traditional Venison Chili/2 yr old special sauce! Levon & Ruth
13. Green Chili Stew - Two Peas
14. No Bean Texas Chili - Texas Gal 61
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25.

DESSERTS (because what is a chili feed without dessert!)
1. Cheesecake - Sue - Glcmranger
2. Dessert(Surprise) - Henry & Melinda
3. TLWH Chocolate Bark - AI Joe and Ronnie
4. TBD - David & Carol Kemp
5. Pie - TBD - Benn & Meribeth - bunni
6. Dessert - Randall & Connie Anne Griffin - The Way
7. Brownies - Jim & Rebecca - rjjef
8. Rolo Pretzel Delights - Joanne & Bill - jomcmullen
9. Cookies - Andrew & Becky - autarkis
10. Strawberry Cake - Frank & Mike
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

PAPER/PLASTIC PLATES, BOWLS AND SILVERWARE (this has traditionally been available at the chili feed so folks don't have to bring their own.)
1. 150 Strong paper bowls - AI Joe and Ronnie
2. Plastic Bowls & Silverware - Monah
3. Paper Dessert plates(8 1/2"), forks & spoons - John & Cecilia - Tin&Tonic
4.
5.
6.


CHILI WRANGLERS
1. Jackie & Don - Delmer
2. Pete - White Laker
3. Henry & Melinda -Captain Hank
4. Monah
5. Gatordave & Marcia - DavidSowder
6. azflycaster - Jan & Richard
7. Deb n Jon

[judyjudy]

Originally Posted by DebnJon

We are newbies to the Canopener and would like to sign up for helping as Chili Wranglers. We figure that will be a great way to meet people.

Deb n Jon

Thanks! A great way to meet folks. See you soon.

[judyjudy]

Originally Posted by Protagonist

That's why my jambalaya for rallies never contains any kind of seafood.

But given the number of dishes and the number of people, it will be impractical for everyone with an allergy to read the ingredients list for every dish to find the ones they can or can't eat.

As an alternate suggestion, how about everyone with a dietary restriction identify it here, same way we're identifying the dishes we're bringing. Then the placards you suggested can contain (large print for old eyes) listings of just the allergens rather than all ingredients. Much faster and easier to get through the serving lines that way. The summary posts don't need to list who has what restriction, just list the restrictions that have been identified.

I'll start: I'm severely allergic to coconut, including coconut oil. We're talking "trip to the emergency room" allergic. So I'll avoid any dish that includes a "Contains Coconut Oil" placard.

Also, in a similar vein, since some people have a low tolerance for severely spicy food, a simple rating of "1 pepper" to "5 peppers" will allow those who can't handle the hot stuff to avoid the hot stuff, and allow those who love the hot stuff to avoid the mild stuff.

My jambalaya comes in at 3 peppers.

Great ideas. I'll bring large note cards or post-its and sharpies for folks to note how many peppers on a 5 pepper scale and to note known allergens. Won't be long now.

[judyjudy]

Originally Posted by azflycaster

Jan and I are are also 1st timers to the event. Add us to thee wrangler list also...

Great! Thanks for the help. You are going to love Canopener.

[jack9443]

John & Merirae jack9443 Cheese Biscuits

[candyk]

First timers: We are considering bringing our granddaughter, but wondering if there will be any other kids? More an adult only event?

TIA
candyk

[79nTOW]

candyk

Our grandson will be with us. This will be his fourth year to attend...he loves it. He is 13. There are always some more kids around his age, this is a family event. everyone has fun in their own way. Be looking for you.

Predeta

[Jarrod White]

Bring your granddaughter. My kids will be at their third canopener this year. They are 5 and 6.

[3dawgnight]

OK guys, here is where we are on items I am aware of for the Chili Feed. The Chili Feed is going to be Friday, January 5, at noon. It will be just before the Corn Hole Tournament and Margaritaville. Friday is going to be a big day!

Below are the items we need folks to sign up for. Just reply to this thread and I will add it to our list. Looking forward to another great Canopener. It will be here before we know it! Please have what you are bringing to the clubhouse by 11:00 on Friday. We will have note cards for you to label your chilies and note possible allergens and spiciness/heat on a 1 - 5 pepper scale.

Also, we are looking for chili wranglers to help us with setup and limited cleanup before and after the chili feed. We will have libations to quench your thirst as you help us!

APPETIZERS, CHILI CONDIMENTS, OTHER(chips, grated cheese, fritos, or whatever you like to add to your chili):
1. Black bean, corn and avocado salad - Judy & Pete - White Laker
2. Cornbread - Gator Dave - DavidSowder
3. Spicy/sweet Cornbread Pudding - Pat & Linda - SOBStAug
4. Chili Toppings(Chips, cheese, sour cream,onions, etc) Terry& Larry-tmad
5. Cornbread - Gary & Dianne - dgmahan
6. Homemade Killer Avocado Dip&Tortilla Chips-Mark& Michael - LaBigDogs
7. Avocado Red Onion Salad - Mary & Jeff - Medjrd
8. Green Chili Cornbread - Joanne & Bill - jomcmullen
9. Salad, Fritos and cheese - karenjude
10. Chopped Green Salad - Pat & Patty - Tin-Kerbell
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

CHILI AND CHILI VARIETIES (we always have a wide variety with some sounding a little adventuresome!)
1. Texas Sausage Chili con Queso - Judy & Michael Shelley- JudyJudy
2. Into the Mystic Chili - Jackie & Don - Delmer
3. Cajun Chili (aka Red Beans & Rice) - Al & Missy
4. Traditional Chili - Frank and Reba
5. Ham Roast - Eddie & Lilian - DART
6. TN Chili - Jim & Rebecca - rjjef
7. White Chicken Chili - Mark & Annette - Razorhog
8. Downhome Chili - Gary & Dianne - dgmahan
9. Chicken, Sausage, Bacon Jambalaya - Protagonist
10. Black Bean & Black Angus Chili - Tami & Sthrngary
11. Cowboy Soup - Joe & Susan - Cbreeze 111
12. Traditional Venison Chili/2 yr old special sauce! Levon & Ruth
13. Green Chili Stew - Two Peas
14. No Bean Texas Chili - Texas Gal 61
15.Chicken & Poblano White Chili-Laurie & Pat Jones (3dawgnight)
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.

DESSERTS (because what is a chili feed without dessert!)
1. Cheesecake - Sue - Glcmranger
2. Dessert(Surprise) - Henry & Melinda
3. TLWH Chocolate Bark - AI Joe and Ronnie
4. TBD - David & Carol Kemp
5. Pie - TBD - Benn & Meribeth - bunni
6. Dessert - Randall & Connie Anne Griffin - The Way
7. Brownies - Jim & Rebecca - rjjef
8. Rolo Pretzel Delights - Joanne & Bill - jomcmullen
9. Cookies - Andrew & Becky - autarkis
10. Strawberry Cake - Frank & Mike
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

PAPER/PLASTIC PLATES, BOWLS AND SILVERWARE (this has traditionally been available at the chili feed so folks don't have to bring their own.)
1. 150 Strong paper bowls - AI Joe and Ronnie
2. Plastic Bowls & Silverware - Monah
3. Paper Dessert plates(8 1/2"), forks & spoons - John & Cecilia - Tin&Tonic
4.
5.
6.


CHILI WRANGLERS
1. Jackie & Don - Delmer
2. Pete - White Laker
3. Henry & Melinda -Captain Hank
4. Monah
5. Gatordave & Marcia - DavidSowder
6. azflycaster - Jan & Richard
7. Deb n Jon
8. Laurie & Pat Jones (3dawgnight)

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[AirHeadsRus]

Ah, the beloved breakfast with the park rangers is of course back again! The always fabulous Friends Of Topsail Park will again be providing breakfast, and of course the donation jar will be at the door. A reminder to all you Canopenians, 100% of the money given goes directly to Topsail AND, for each of the last 2 years, we’ve been able to give back to the park over $1,000 Canopenians are so Awesome!

So this year we’ll continue to have 2 breakfast seatings. First seating will be at 8:30a.m. and the second seating will be at 9:15a.m.(approximately.....). The maximum number of participants per seating will be 60 and is on a first sign up first come basis
Let the sign ups begin: (please copy & paste to add your name)

8:30a.m. Breakfast.
1)



9:15ish a.m. Breakfast
1)

[azflycaster]

Breakfast With The Ranger
Ah, the beloved breakfast with the park rangers is of course back again! The always fabulous Friends Of Topsail Park will again be providing breakfast, and of course the donation jar will be at the door. A reminder to all you Canopenians, 100% of the money given goes directly to Topsail AND, for each of the last 2 years, we’ve been able to give back to the park over $1,000 Canopenians are so Awesome!

So this year we’ll continue to have 2 breakfast seatings. First seating will be at 8:30a.m. and the second seating will be at 9:15a.m.(approximately.....). The maximum number of participants per seating will be 60 and is on a first sign up first come basis
Let the sign ups begin: (please copy & paste to add your name)

8:30a.m. Breakfast.
1)Jan - azflycaster
2)Richard - azflycaster



9:15ish a.m. Breakfast
1)

[3dawgnight]

Ah, the beloved breakfast with the park rangers is of course back again! The always fabulous Friends Of Topsail Park will again be providing breakfast, and of course the donation jar will be at the door. A reminder to all you Canopenians, 100% of the money given goes directly to Topsail AND, for each of the last 2 years, we’ve been able to give back to the park over $1,000 Canopenians are so Awesome!

So this year we’ll continue to have 2 breakfast seatings. First seating will be at 8:30a.m. and the second seating will be at 9:15a.m.(approximately.....). The maximum number of participants per seating will be 60 and is on a first sign up first come basis
Let the sign ups begin: (please copy & paste to add your name)

8:30a.m. Breakfast.
1)Jan - azflycaster
2)Richard - azflycaster



9:15ish a.m. Breakfast
1)PatJones
2/Laurie Jones

[Al and Missy]

Ah, the beloved breakfast with the park rangers is of course back again! The always fabulous Friends Of Topsail Park will again be providing breakfast, and of course the donation jar will be at the door. A reminder to all you Canopenians, 100% of the money given goes directly to Topsail AND, for each of the last 2 years, we’ve been able to give back to the park over $1,000 Canopenians are so Awesome!

So this year we’ll continue to have 2 breakfast seatings. First seating will be at 8:30a.m. and the second seating will be at 9:15a.m.(approximately.....). The maximum number of participants per seating will be 60 and is on a first sign up first come basis
Let the sign ups begin: (please copy & paste to add your name)

8:30a.m. Breakfast.
1)Jan - azflycaster
2)Richard - azflycaster



9:15ish a.m. Breakfast
1)PatJones
2/Laurie Jones
3) Al
4) Missy