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I'd like to keep the December mojo going personally but looks like we need time to find an alternative. I'd like to hear what the group thinks....if everyone wants to push it off to jan/feb i'm good with that as well.
So it sounds like Lake Loiusa isnt a good alternative.
Doing some Map Searches for similar areas i came up with this short list
Alafia River State Park
Little Manatee State Park
Kississimee Prairie State Park
Weeke Wachee State Park
Colt River State Park
Anyone have any knowledge of these?
Lake Louisa seems like a good central spot. Thanks for offering to scope it out @Fueling Around ! Has anyone else camped there? Do we know if spots are close like HH? Good for RV's?
Howdy all!
OK...so some bad news. I just called HH and the ranger told me the park is closed this entire year. He seemed pretty hurried to get off the phone so maybe i'll get a 2nd opinion tomorrow or Monday....
So do we need a new location? Postpone? We started this gathering at Fish Eating...
I started years ago using 1tbs TQ for 3 lbs of meat, now I use only 1 tsp for 3 lbs. I slice the meat 3/16" and add the TQ to whichever of my marinades and let it sit in the fridge for 24-48 hours.
Alright folks....it's time to plan for this year's gathering! I'm especially looking forward to this one since I wasn't able to attend last minute last year (darn hospital emergencies!)
We usually do this event the first weekend of December but i'm going to throw a wrench in the gears and get...
**UPDATE**
This year's gathering will be at Hardee County Lake Park (https://app.fireflyreservations.com/Kiosk/Property/HardeeLakesPark) the 2nd weekend of December, 12/12-12/14.
Highland Hammock is undergoing some repairs/upgrades and are likely closed the remainder of 2025.
Looking forward...
WOW!! Looks like everyone had a great time and i missed it but i'm glad i took the advice of others and stayed home to heal up. CANNOT wait till next year! I'm glad Bill and Darcey fit in well, i knew they would. Glad we added some new faces, hopefully I can meet them next year.
i was getting...
Hey all! Sounds like people are arriving which is good. We just got updates from Miranda's mom. Let the fun begin!
I just got home from the hospital. Been there since Sunday morning. 4ish days laying in a bed does a number on your body.. things are looking good for me but likely won't be able...
Hey all, so bad news on my part unfortunately...I've been in the hospital since Sunday (12/1) and they don’t t have an estimate on when i'll get out 😞
After thanksgiving at my gf's parents house and then holiday lunch at mom's Saturday, i felt like I had food poisoning but it got worse to the...
Hey guys! So i usually get email notifications from the forum but have not in over a month, I gotta see whats up with the settings. I just thought everyone was being quieter than normal haha. so i'm just now catching up.
To ditto what Mark @Discus39 said, i'm first and foremost looking forward...
@BGKYSmoker we'd love to have a new face to the crowd! Many people share camping spots :)
I'm down for sausage making Keith! My gf's mom and step-dad are coming this year and i'm sure he'd love to get involved in the sausage making.
Looking forward to seeing everyone again and any newcomers...
Hey all, sorry i've been awol once again, crazy times. Still unemployed and looking.
Ok since only 4 people responded to the Meat category and it was 50/50 Beef/Pork, i'm going to make an executive decision and say LETS DO PORK. So....if you wanna do ribs like in the past you can or any other...