Midwest Boat Builders Gathering

[Rick Kyte]

The fifth annual Midwest Duck Boat Builders Gathering will take place Saturday, August 14, 2010.

The official event time is noon-5pm at Shelter #2 on Goose Island.

Of course, there will be unofficial events going on before and after at the Goose Island campground.

Note: this is a different shelter than the one we have used the past two years. We'll have lots of shade, more room to display the boats, and it's a little easier to find. The downside is that we will not be on the water's edge.

Goose Island is located just south of La Crosse, WI.

If you want to reserve a camping site or get directions to the shelter, you can find information here: http://www.lacrossecountycamping.com/

Rick

 

[Huntindave McCann]

Rick,

When do I need to be present to officiate and judge the pie baking contest?

 

[Rick Kyte]

All pies need to be submitted a week in advance by FedEX overnight. I'll send you some pics so that you can judge "visual presentation." I guess I'll have to judge the "taste component." Winners will be announced on the 14th.
Rick

 

[Brandon Yuchasz]

I love the pie aspect to all this but I really do think you need to have a real pie contest at the event!

That is my bride and my anniversary so I think there is a good chance I can make it this year. Twelve years of nothing but bliss....

Actually she might go for it put me down as a maybe and I can bring a pie if needed.

 

[Huntindave McCann]

Hi guys,

Some additional links for more site location info.

Map of the Goose Island County Park

Map of the Goose Island Campgound

We have stayed in the area of campsite numbers;29 thru 32 and 45 thru 47 . This seems to be a good area choice for a group setting and evening gathering. The first group is back to back with the second group of campsites.

 

[Huntindave McCann]

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All pies need to be submitted a week in advance by FedEX overnight.

Rick forgot to mention to be sure to ship those pies to Shell Rock IA

Rick, I'll attempt to save you some leftovers.
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[Andrew Holley]

In addition to rhubarb, this year I will hopefully be bringing a gooseberry pie. Never heard of this type of berry before, but was ordering some plants from Gurney's and thought this one sounded interesting.

I also hope to be camping over the weekend and bringing Juggernaut.

 

[George Goodsell]

Andrew,

There's nothing better than a Gooseberry pie. :^) It's even DUCK related Hehe.

Rick and Dave, You know where I'm at, let me know what you need. Hey, "IF" our peach tree actually bears fruit this year I'm in for a sour cream peach pie!!!

George

 

[Steve Froelich]

I remember hearing about this event when I signed up for DB. Although I am always up good for a pie, I am sure it has a focus somewhat beyond. For those of us newbies, care to introduce the concept again?

 

[Rick Kyte]

Steve,

For most of the guys, it has a focus well beyond pies. For Dave and Andrew, well . . .

It's an informal gathering of guys who hang out on this forum. A chance to bring boats, look at the different designs, see some of the modifications that guys have made, share hunting stories, display decoys, etc. If you've been thinking about building a boat, it's a good chance to compare some of the models, or even take one out on the river.

Most of the guys from out of town camp for the weekend at Goose Island and start showing up Friday afternoon/evening. Pretty good fishing on that part of the river.

There's no need to register or anything like that. Just show up.

Rick

 

[Brian Rippelmeyer]

Rick.count me in Ill be there,I should have the AA Sneaker done by then,Ill probably bring the bb3 and the other,Thanks for the heads up,Brian

 

[Phil Nowack]

I'm in.... But please..... Brian, Dave, Rick.. .and everyone else.... PLEASE remeind me right before the evernt... as I spaced it off last year...... Please remind me!!!!!

 

[Brandon Yuchasz]

Are you guys allowing labs this year? Just curious but it doesn't matter to me I have a Chessie.

 

[Pete McMiller]

Rick,

I'm in. A pie might be on the offing. I'll plan on camping Friday night and will bring the BB3 and hopefully a Poleboat.

 

[Mark W]

Count me in again. Thanks for organizing. I hope to have my first decoy done by then.

Mark W

 

[Phil Nowack]

I really wasnt aware that there was another breed of dog other than a Chessie......


So are most guys camping on Friday or Saturday?

 

[Pete McMiller]

The way it looks now, probably both nights but I won't know for sure until later.

 

[Huntindave McCann]

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I really wasnt aware that there was another breed of dog other than a Chessie......

There is no shame in being sheltered Phil, we are compassionate and will let guys bring any old mutt,,, err I mean breed. Heck Pete and Rick bring both bring curly haired dogs along every year. We just smile and don't usually say anything.

I'll most likely be arriving Friday late and heading home mid-day on Sunday.
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[Ed L.]

Always a good time. Good folks and good stories. Any of you guys in the midwest that get a chance to go you won't be disappointed. I'm glad I had the opportunity to go when I lived up there.

Take care,

Ed L.

 

[Tom Scholberg]

I put it on my calender. This weekend is one of my off season high lights of the year. Hope to see you all there.