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Started 6 years ago by SandyBottom
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SandyBottom
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So sorry to see KiwiBird unable to make the EC this year, it won't be the same for us without her. She had always made our camping reservations at DeSoto for Thur and Fri night. Does anyone have space on thier site for a tent and car. If so, SOS and I would be glad to cover the cost of the site.
Thanks,
Dawn

Posted 6 years ago #
Sundance
Member

I' be glad to have you join us. I have site 82.

Posted 6 years ago #
SandyBottom
Member

Thanks Sundance, see you there. Expect to arrive around 6pm in time to go for a quick dinner than stop at the party. There is a party right? Hmm, it's not at your site is it?

Dawn

Posted 6 years ago #
Sundance
Member

The Park Rangers have threatened to evict me the last two years because of the party so we're not planning on hosting it this year.

Posted 6 years ago #
SandyBottom
Member

Wonder if we couldn't use that screened in lounge for the party. But it's likely the alcohol that was the problem.
Dawn

Posted 6 years ago #
PaddleDancer
Member

Well, now that you mention it, Ranger Chris told me in the summer that they are diligently enforcing the no alcohol in the park rule. Rangers and camp personnel are aware there has been a party in the past on Thursday pre-race and will be watching. Sorry...I know it's been a tradition. :-/

Posted 6 years ago #
HammerStroke
Member

What if we called it a "Hydration Event" and told everyone to leave their headlights off?

Posted 6 years ago #
Kapakahi
Member

We could go off site, local salty establishment; though that does create an abyss for those showing up at different times through out the evening. I'm just an idea man, well parking lot greeter and idea man.

kap

Posted 6 years ago #
Paddlemaker
Member

How about meeting thursday evening at shell key. a beautiful spot http://www.pinellascounty.org/park/managedlands/skp.htm

Posted 6 years ago #
BeastOarman
Member

Water access only and no alcohol according to website : (

Posted 6 years ago #
PaddleDancer
Member

Check out http://www.tampabaywatch.org. They are located just before you enter the Park on the left. They presented at the recent TBSK meeting and said they have facilities, outdoor and indoor, for events. Not sure what the cost would be. If there's enough interest I could go talk to them next week. It's within walking distance of the campground. Let me know.

Posted 6 years ago #
BeastOarman
Member

That looks like a great place, but guessing it is expensive. Worth finding out, though, since I'm sure they have nothing going on for a Thursday. Maybe if we do a BBQ on the deck or lawn it can work out to a nominal fee per person.

Posted 6 years ago #
PaddleDancer
Member

I'll drive out there tomorrow or Tuesday and get the scoop. Stay tuned.

Posted 6 years ago #
SandyBottom
Member

Thanks Paula, a pre Challenge get together is so nice, getting to see old friends and make new ones, especially with all the excitement of the coming adventure.
Dawn

Posted 6 years ago #
SaltySack
Member

Curious what most folks do since camp sites seem tough to come by? Grab a hotel near by or ask to share another tribers site?

Posted 6 years ago #
BeastOarman
Member

Many reserve months in advance. If you miss out you can post to share.

A number of us stay at the Hampton Inn, especially Friday to get one last rest. But prices have sent others looking for other hotels. Friday your boat/board will be packed, so if you camp you either need to get up early and repack, or you need to bring duplicates.

Hampton Inn is on a main road with Walmart etc, very handy but more than a few miles.

Posted 6 years ago #
Noyesmaybe
Member

I'll be at site 76, should have room for a vehicle or whatever... i'm thinking i will just put my air mattress in the back of the truck with the cap.... the camp gear will be packed with the boat

Posted 6 years ago #

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