2011 SELA gathering Oct 28,29 and 30

[boykjo]

DOH................................its gonna be cold fri sat and sun !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anything below 60 degrees is f f f f freezing.............

 

[alblancher]

If you want to check the weather my zip code is 70438.  Bob's forcast is a bit less optimistic then the Weather Channel's.  WC says about 10% chance of rain and highs in low 80s for W and Th.  After the front it calls for highs in the mid 60 to low 70s and  lows in the mid 30s.  It may be a bit chilly late at night, great sleeping weather especially if it stays dry.   Don't forget your rain fly because we can have a pretty heavy dew fall.  I have a couple of extra blankets and sleeping bags, plastic sheeting, maybe an extra inflatable mattress so let me know what you need and I'll put your name on it.    Joe, I got you all set up.

Joe and Bob will have a big pile of tree branches and scrap lumber collected for a nice warm campfire

We'll also be coming out of a new moon that weekend so if you enjoy looking at the stars this should be a great opportunity.  I'll set up my telescope but to be honest I will probably be knocked by the time it gets good and dark so you may be on your own.   I am sure we can get some views of the easy to find features before I start snoring too loud.  Jupiter will be pretty prominent and is always an awsome sight on a clear night with a 12' telescope.

 

[eman]

Al, i use the local forecast . But this am they upped the chance of rain thur pm and lowered their temps to the mid 30's for fri , sat nights. highs in the mid 60's.

 at least we will not be 95 and sunny:) But that's the B.R. forecast.

 

[alblancher]

If they are anywhere near right it is going to be a beautiful weekend!

 

[boykjo]

Concerned aboout the temps at nite.....do you have an extra heater for the tent set up.... if not.... it is not a problem for me to pick one up at wally world on the way there to keep my tent warm.... there inexpensive... after its use I would donate it for future gatherings..... I have a small one for my camper but i plan only carry on.... the airline wants 25 bucks for 1 bag checked each way.... you know where they can stick their fee......

Joe

 

[alblancher]

Joe,

The weather is going to be fine.  You can have Jerry's bedroom Wed and Thurs.  If it gets too cold Fr and Sat we do have some small heaters or you can just sleep in the den.  An extra blanket is all you are going to need.  I have slept in a snow storm with my tent, sleeping bag and mattress that I am going to lend you.  Beside you'll probably have a couple of coctails and pass out in a lounge chair in front of the campfire anyway.

 

[shooterrick]

Al ,

Wayne called me tonight and his wife still has to be tube fed at home.  He plans on coming for Saturday only and not camping.

I am starting to get things together on my end.  Sandy and I will see ya Friday morn. 

 

[eman]

Joe,

The weather is going to be fine.  You can have Jerry's bedroom Wed and Thurs.  If it gets too cold Fr and Sat we do have some small heaters or you can just sleep in the den.  An extra blanket is all you are going to need.  I have slept in a snow storm with my tent, sleeping bag and mattress that I am going to lend you.  Beside you'll probably have a couple of coctails and pass out in a lounge chair in front of the campfire anyway.

And i'll probably be right there w/ him

 

[eman]

we decided that there needed to be more snacks for the weekend. Sherrie made a batch of corn flake treats for the kids.( corn flakes, peanut butter and karo syrup, sugar and vanilla. I made a batch for the adults. Same mix but i added some hot peanuts to it. and mixed up some chocolate and chipotle powder  and dipped them.

 Also some german chocolate chip cookies.

 

[alblancher]

If we do get rain we can always set the tents under the tractor shed so everyone will stay dry. 

Wouldn't be the first time I fell asleep in front of a campfire with a cocktail in my hand.  Really looking forward to the party,  the grass is all cut, the butts are defrosting, the bacon is cured and ready for smoking,   cleaning house tomorrow.  Have to go to work a couple of hours Tuesday and pick up perishables so should be all ready to make sausage and start cold smoking Wednesday afternoon.

 

[alblancher]

Dang Bob,  more food?

Liz picked up what we need for Smores,  marshmallows, chocolate bars and graham crackers and she has the fixens for a couple of coconut cakes,

 

[hook em]

Al and everyone else, I am sorry but we aren't going to be able to tag along with bamafan for the festivities next weekend. The plans we had to make the trip enjoyable backfired and now we aren't going to make it. I hope that we are able to be at Pineys next year though. Hope everyone has a great time! We look forward to seeing pictures. Thought I would attach this, since I now some were looking more forward to the baby than us! She is 7 months old now and into everything! *Sara

 

[eman]

looks like the weather is changing for the better, not as cold as they were forecasting.

 

[eman]

I been in the mad scientist kitchen again. 

 Made up 2 different wing sauces for the wings at SELA.

 1st one is a spicy apple sauce.

 2nd one is my version of an Alabama white bbq sauce.

 

[alblancher]

You have 15 lbs of wings?  We may need to split them up into 1.5 lb portions,  I have two sauces, I know BobDog has a sauce or two, we can count on Joe having a sauce or two..  Guess we'll smoke them Thursday, grill or fry as needed, and sauce per request!  taste test. taste test. taste test.

Do you have the chickens defrosted?  I better check the butts, bet they are still frozen solid.

 

[eman]

chickens and wings are thawing in fridge . will brine birds overnight tomorrow night and wings around 5 hours wed.

 

[eman]

That is kinda what i thought about the wings. i have 1 qt of each sauce. we can use zip locks to toss individual servings of wings in whatever sauce the folks want. i know what mine taste like. :)

 

[boykjo]

Well its official.............. I am on vacation as of 4pm today.... Dont have to return to work until the 5th of november......

.....a big smile on my face....hehehehehehoohoohoohahahahaha

been a long time awaitin......... Booyaaaaa

Joe

 

[shooterrick]

Oh my!  My employer and his wife, big fans of my Q , plan on coming Sat. around noon for the day.   I already told him I will not be on my best behaviour and he may see me all naturelle.  LOL

 

[alblancher]

Rick, If anyone other then Sandy sees you au naturelle it would certainly change the conversation at the party.   KEEP YOUR CLOTHES ON