O.C.T. - Chilly Chili Paddle & Party - Tuesday 1/1/13

[slo2rol]

It's almost that time again... the annual Chilly Chili paddle is just under two weeks away. Start the New Year off right.... get out, get wet, get cold, have fun and enjoy some camaraderie with lots of other crazy people. Afterward, we'll enjoy some good food and beverages. David Bernard has once again graciously offered to open his home and host the after paddle CHILI party. The party is BYOB and BFFS (bring food for sharing) with an emphasis on Chili type dishes (though anything you bring will be devoured). I’ll let David provide directions and any further details below.

This year, I’m offering an Upper James trip with an option to continue on to the Lower James. You may choose to do the Upper only, Lower only, or Upper and Lower combo. Please indicate which portions you are planning to partake in your post.

I will need someone to coordinate the group running only the Lower James segment. The goal is to meet up and mingle with the courageous souls doing the Upper / Lower combo. Let me know if you have an affinity for herding cats and wanna expand your horizons to herding boaters!

Additionally, if anyone is willing to take a raft down the Lower, I’ve had a special request from someone that would like to ride in it with you. Please shout out so I can coordinate!

Here is the schedule:
0930 - Folks participating in the Upper/Lower trip should arrive at the 14th St. takeout and change into their gear.
0945 Upper/Lower group will shuttle to Pony and drop vehicles at Reedy for folks doing the Upper Only .
1000 - Upper / Lower group puts on at Pony Pasture.
1145 – Lower only group should arrive, change into gear and organize shuttle at 14th St.
1200 - Lower group leaves 14th St heading for Reedy.
1230 - Lower group meets up with the Upper / Lower group at Reedy. Upper only folks' vehicles are waiting for them at Reedy.
1430 - Lower group takes out at 14th St., change clothes, pack up and head to David's.
1500-1530 - All interested hungry and thirsty folks show up at David's house.

Make sure you post, the Upper trip is subject to cancellation if there is no interest.

[David]

Looking forward to the Chilly Chili Party January 1. We will have a fire in the fireplace and plenty of room to spread out some goodful eats, including a variety of excellent bean dishes such as Louisiana Red Beans & Rice.

House address is in the Coastals Directory. I live exactly one mile south of Pony Pasture. PM if you need directions.

[David]

I have a 1997 32" fatscreen TV and a DVD player. It anyone wants to set up a more sophisticated arrangement like two years ago let me know and we will get it set up ahead of time so there is no delay in entertainment.

[Nutter]

I am out.... sprained an ankle

[gabe b]

I'm in for the Upper James on my SUP. Maybe the lower James too but I've only been down once so I may pass unless someone wants to come down Cemetery with me.

[CharlesWare]

John {K-1} and I want to paddle the lower section, and join in for the party later.

[jdub]

Im in for some lower action

John

[StickMan]

I want to join in on the Upper section and perhaps the Lower section too if I feel comfortable in my new boat Santa dropped off, but know I'm game for the Upper.

First time on the Upper, but have done the Lower 9-10 times.

[paddle_luke]

pending changes in said nap schedule, i'm in for a lower as well

[tolyho]

^Like^ I'm unfortunately out for the CC this year. have fun!

[Wallace]

Count on me & Gromit on the lower!

[Anthony]

I'm not paddling on Tuesday, but I'll be happy to shuttle, etc. Have Subaru Wagon so can accommodate three passengers and four boats, or happy to drive Tom's truck, etc.

[Neal F.]

I may tag along with the upper group or join a lower section group that is paddling that morning.

[PrimaryColors]

I'm planning to join the upper+lower group in my canoe.

Paul

[eric]

weeee hoooo see you all for the LJ

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