jceman 1 #1 January 20, 2005 Well folk, I've decided after much kicking and screaming to gather funds for the tent once again. I don't know if TLML and I will be able to attend this year, though we will certainly try. As WFFC mentioned in his post on the attending list thread, this is not cheap and we need to get money early. Last year the tent alone was $799, add the money for couches, supplies (tarps, stakes, lights, etc.) and it is my opinion that we will need around $1200 this year. Sunshine has much of the goodies needed and if you ask nicely, I am sure she will bring them to Rantoul with her; regardless, there will be items we need this year hence the higher figure. For those of you who do not know, the convention requires payment for the tent up front, hence the need for me to start fund-raising now. Any amount will do, however larger amounts cause larger grins on this end. If you are comfortable using Paypal, click here to make your contribution. If you prefer to send money to me directly, email me here at dropzone.com or PM me for snail mail addy. Thanks in advance and I hope to see your smiling faces at WFFC 2005. Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. Why do they call it "Tourist Season" if we can't shoot them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChasingBlueSky 0 #2 January 20, 2005 Jack, Thanks again for doing this yet again. The larger tent last year was the perfect size and it really helped when the rain came down. Hope things get better for you two and you can make it up here. Can we send you a money order to your attention via the store? Who should we make it out to?_________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #3 January 20, 2005 I was gonna offer to have you send me the money and take care of buying the couches etc. But there's no point in offering since you WILL be there. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #4 January 20, 2005 donation sent....Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jceman 1 #5 January 20, 2005 Quotedonation sent.... No kidding! Thanks again, Michael. Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. Why do they call it "Tourist Season" if we can't shoot them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #6 January 20, 2005 My pleasure.... happy to be able to help.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #7 January 20, 2005 While the larger tent was nice and spacious, I truthfully think it was overkill. I never encountered more than about 15 people at one time inside last year and think we had more than enough room the year before. My vote is for the standard size tent, but I will donate either way. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #8 January 20, 2005 Well then, I'm guessing we will be seeing you at the Convention?May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #9 January 20, 2005 No, I can't get vacation time away this year - bummer, too, cuz my birthday is during the boogie. Still have to get my license (hopefully May/June, when I *CAN* take vacation) and get the rest of my gear together - which I should have done by the time I go home... I'm hoping to make it next year, though! Looking forward to meeting everyone and particpating in the general drunkeness and debauchery... Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #10 January 20, 2005 Wow, donation and he won't even be there to enjoy the tent. Chuck I agree with you, but since I didn't hang out at the tent much, maybe for about 15 mins one night, I think the smaller tent is best. Save some money for other items, items that we can drinkMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #11 January 20, 2005 QuoteWow, donation and he won't even be there to enjoy the tent. Sure, why not? I'm not needing to save money for $65 biplane , balloon and heli jumps, so I can afford to help out some.... Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jceman 1 #12 January 20, 2005 QuoteWow, donation and he won't even be there to enjoy the tent. Chuck I agree with you, but since I didn't hang out at the tent much, maybe for about 15 mins one night, I think the smaller tent is best. Save some money for other items, items that we can drink Chuck and Mar, Yes, there was extra room in the tent, but this way we did have half the tent for packing, and that was used well into the evening hours. The consensus seemed to be that bigger was indeed better and unless the majority of the users change their minds, I think we'll go with the larger tent. Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. Why do they call it "Tourist Season" if we can't shoot them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #13 January 21, 2005 yes the half and half way it was set up made it nice for packing and hanging out...... and it gave lots of room when the storm hit to get things out of the "wet" zone"........ will be chiping in around the 1st of the month..... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skip 0 #14 January 24, 2005 Not that I’m a recognized face on Dz.com or anything I will still donate some money soon for the tent as I’m sure I will make it by and maybe use the tent to pack in etc. So donations coming shortly. neil Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #15 January 24, 2005 QuoteNot that I’m a recognized face on Dz.com or anything that's the beauty of it.... stop on by and then you will be recoginized......i swear we arnt as scary as we seem online as we are inperson... well, most of the time atleast...lol..... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #16 January 24, 2005 Quotethat's the beauty of it.... stop on by and then you will be recoginized......i swear we arnt as scary as we seem online as we are inperson... well, most of the time atleast...lol..... Umm....Clay is way more scary in person. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking 0 #17 January 24, 2005 QuoteWhile the larger tent was nice and spacious, I truthfully think it was overkill. I never encountered more than about 15 people at one time inside last year and think we had more than enough room the year before. My vote is for the standard size tent, but I will donate either way. ya i noticed that too, but i loved the location. ChuckI swear you must have footprints on the back of your helmet - chicagoskydiver My God has a bigger dick than your god -George Carlin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #18 January 24, 2005 QuoteQuotethat's the beauty of it.... stop on by and then you will be recoginized......i swear we arnt as scary as we seem online as we are inperson... well, most of the time atleast...lol..... Umm....Clay is way more scary in person. Clay is not nearly as scary as some! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WFFC 1 #19 January 25, 2005 QuoteClay is not nearly as scary as some! I agree, that Chuck Blue guy is way scarier in person that any of the others... ----- ~~~Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #20 January 25, 2005 That chuck blue guy is scarier than manson. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #21 January 25, 2005 QuoteThat chuck blue guy is scarier than manson bzzzzz. wrong..... just looks like him sometimes....... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AirMail 0 #22 January 26, 2005 As usual, You Da Man, Jack. Money sent. If it gets down to the wire and you need more, let me know. P--- It's never too late to have a happy childhood. Postal Rodriguez, Muff 3342 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #23 January 26, 2005 All this rantoul talk makes me wonder why the infamous duct tape porta potty mission hasn't been uploaded yet. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jceman 1 #24 February 10, 2005 Just to bring you all up to date: I have received app. 20% of the needed funds, but nothing at all since the 25th of January. That is all. Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. Why do they call it "Tourist Season" if we can't shoot them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #25 February 11, 2005 I thought the big tent was THE POOP. It gave plenty of room for packing on one side and hanging out on the other. When does WFFC need the money? I just MIGHT have some extra cash lying around this year that I can spare. Sorry I won't be there to enjoy the smiles but 2006 is looking good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
