ROFF and making friends

Roger Ohlund wrote:

... I'd like to participate in one of those
big US ROFFian claves.
The question is which one to choose? ...

I've never attended one, but if I had to pick one US 'Clave to
recommend it would be Penn's. A couple of the western guys usually
show up, some of the Cackalackians, some of the Massachusetts Mafia
and other various and assorted east coasters. The airport at State
College is fairly close to 'Clave Central and the neighborhood has
been invaded by roffians for several years running now so some of
the shock and awe has worn off. ;-)

--
Ken Fortenberry

Fortenberry writes:

I've never attended one, but if I had to pick one US 'Clave to
recommend it would be Penn's.

Good choice. It is by far the largest clave and as Ken says, it attracts folks
from all over the country, even a Canadian or two. If you flew into Boston I
could pick you up and drive you to Penns. If you wanted to camp, I am sure
there are enough folks willing to lend you the necessities. Or, you could
share a cabin with some of the North Cackalackians (who have been known to pack
some pretty nice single malt stuff).
Dave

http://hometown.aol.com/davplac/myhomepage/index.html

"Dave LaCourse" wrote in message
...
Fortenberry writes:

I've never attended one, but if I had to pick one US 'Clave to
recommend it would be Penn's.

Good choice. It is by far the largest clave and as Ken says, it attracts
folks
from all over the country, even a Canadian or two. If you flew into
Boston I
could pick you up and drive you to Penns. If you wanted to camp, I am
sure
there are enough folks willing to lend you the necessities. Or, you could
share a cabin with some of the North Cackalackians (who have been known to
pack
some pretty nice single malt stuff).
Dave

Ok, what's the date of this clave?
Who's clave meister? And where's the best place to stay?

/Roger

Roger writes:

Ok, what's the date of this clave?
Who's clave meister? And where's the best place to stay?

Tom Littleton is the clavemeister. I believe the clave is in late May. Best
place to stay: The North Cackalakie Cabin. Jeff Miller usually tries to get
one right on the stream (Cherry Run cabin), but last year we had to use cabins
in town with a short drive to the stream. I don't know who is in charge of
cabin appropriations for the 2004 clave. Jeff?
Dave

http://hometown.aol.com/davplac/myhomepage/index.html

"Dave LaCourse" wrote in message
...
Roger writes:

Ok, what's the date of this clave?
Who's clave meister? And where's the best place to stay?

Tom Littleton is the clavemeister. I believe the clave is in late May.
Best
place to stay: The North Cackalakie Cabin. Jeff Miller usually tries to
get
one right on the stream (Cherry Run cabin), but last year we had to use
cabins
in town with a short drive to the stream. I don't know who is in charge
of
cabin appropriations for the 2004 clave. Jeff?
Dave


Dave,

I will try to get to the US for the Penns clave.
God knows I can afford it, and if everything works out with the rest
of the family I will go there.
This Tom Littleton, how can I get in contact with him?
Is there any web site that I can find info on the accomodations, river and
permit cost?

/Roger
I'll start research on the travel arrangements.

"Roger Ohlund" wrote in message
...

I will try to get to the US for the Penns clave.
God knows I can afford it, and if everything works out with the rest
of the family I will go there.
This Tom Littleton, how can I get in contact with him?
Is there any web site that I can find info on the accomodations, river and
permit cost?

/Roger
I'll start research on the travel arrangements.

I'm sure this Tom Littleton feller will be around shortly to answer all of
your ?s Roger. He's a very nice guy, btw.

Op --just don't mention smokin' or drinkin', as he is a tee-totaller!--

Opie writes:
He's a very nice guy, btw.

nice try, Op. No free flies!
.......will trade for beverages, I suppose....

just don't mention smokin' or drinkin', as he is a tee-totaller!--

yeah, I said the same about the NC crowd.
With any luck, Roger has by now figured we all are full of it.
Tom

Roger asks:
This Tom Littleton, how can I get in contact with him?

don't worry...he will find you. It's kinda creepy, but works well.
Tom

Roger writes:

I will try to get to the US for the Penns clave.
God knows I can afford it, and if everything works out with the rest
of the family I will go there.
This Tom Littleton, how can I get in contact with him?

Tom Littleton's e-mail is
However, he will probably pick up on this thread and chime in at any moment.

Is there any web site that I can find info on the accomodations, river and
permit cost?

This is where many of us stayed last year:
http://www.pavisnet.com/schaferscoun.../location.html
There is also the possibility that there would be room in the North Carolina
cabin, usually obtained by Jeff or Wally. There is no river permit to fish the
rivers at Penns, and a fishing license with a trout stamp will run you about
$30.

If I attend, Roger (still up in the air about it), I believe it would be
cheapest to fly into Boston and I could pick you up and deliver you back for
your flight home. And, if necessary, I could drive my 32 foot camper, more
than enough room for two and we would be parked in the camping area where most
of Penns reprobates camp.

/Roger
I'll start research on the travel arrangements.



Dave

http://hometown.aol.com/davplac/myhomepage/index.html

Good to see an international flare this year at Penn's !!

And very good to see you (Dave) are planning on making it down to the great
state of Pennsylvania for our Clave for yet another year. I was afraid you
were serious about it being your last clave.

I'm still recuperating the foot from last year's Clave. I've got the Doc
stumped as to what the hell it is, but I can't hike too long without some
pain. He's talkin surgery, but I may hold off until after this year's clave
if possible. Foot surgery can take a while to heal.

The more I walk, the more severe it gets. If I sit on my arse for a few
days, it's fine.

The Death March may have done me in last year..

The Finn..

"Dave LaCourse" wrote in message
...
Roger writes:

I will try to get to the US for the Penns clave.
God knows I can afford it, and if everything works out with the rest
of the family I will go there.
This Tom Littleton, how can I get in contact with him?

Tom Littleton's e-mail is
However, he will probably pick up on this thread and chime in at any
moment.

Is there any web site that I can find info on the accomodations, river
and
permit cost?

This is where many of us stayed last year:
http://www.pavisnet.com/schaferscoun.../location.html
There is also the possibility that there would be room in the North
Carolina
cabin, usually obtained by Jeff or Wally. There is no river permit to
fish the
rivers at Penns, and a fishing license with a trout stamp will run you
about
$30.

If I attend, Roger (still up in the air about it), I believe it would be
cheapest to fly into Boston and I could pick you up and deliver you back
for
your flight home. And, if necessary, I could drive my 32 foot camper,
more
than enough room for two and we would be parked in the camping area where
most
of Penns reprobates camp.

/Roger
I'll start research on the travel arrangements.



Dave

http://hometown.aol.com/davplac/myhomepage/index.html