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thataway



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PostPosted: Tue Apr 25, 2023 12:27 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Marie and I would love to see you and Betty at the "meet in the middle" also. There is also some good cruising on Barkley lake itself. It will probably be a 3 day drive from your home.

That time of the year, we also are on hurricane alert--and the presence of one headed to any place in Florida even 10 days out, makes us nervous. We also have Marie's 60th High School reunion the week after the gathering in Corinth, Mississippi and Lake Pickwick (Tennessee River).

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Molly Brown



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PostPosted: Thu Apr 27, 2023 6:58 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

This event is now on both our calendars. I had Betty hooked as soon as I mentioned all the new trails she could run. Yes, we've been through the locks on the south Florida east/west route numerous times, though I don't recall ever having done one solo. Betty is perfectly fine for me to cruise on my own and I do, but, it's always more fun when she is aboard. Then of course I need a cook. If Betty can't make it I might need to barter with Colby to snag Rosanne off his boat, lol.

As a side note, we have a new mate, Miko, a small breed Australian Shepperd. Supposed to max out at around 38-40 lbs. Luna's attitude ranges from indifference to outright annoyance. Between their needs and Betty's running requirements I probably won't have time to do much cruising... Very Happy

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colbysmith



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PostPosted: Thu Apr 27, 2023 9:07 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Molly Brown wrote:
This event is now on both our calendars. I had Betty hooked as soon as I mentioned all the new trails she could run. Yes, we've been through the locks on the south Florida east/west route numerous times, though I don't recall ever having done one solo. Betty is perfectly fine for me to cruise on my own and I do, but, it's always more fun when she is aboard. Then of course I need a cook. If Betty can't make it I might need to barter with Colby to snag Rosanne off his boat, lol.

As a side note, we have a new mate, Miko, a small breed Australian Shepperd. Supposed to max out at around 38-40 lbs. Luna's attitude ranges from indifference to outright annoyance. Between their needs and Betty's running requirements I probably won't have time to do much cruising... Very Happy


Good. I'll look forward to seeing you guys. And I hate to bear bad news, but I may be cooking for myself. Rosanne isn't sure yet if she'll be able to make it. Depends on her work schedule. She definitely won't be able to stay with me to cruise the Cumberland the rest of the month, but we're hoping she can at least get time off for the gathering. Colby
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Avidmagnum12



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PostPosted: Sat May 27, 2023 11:46 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Stoped by Prizers Point Marina yesterday for some fuel for the C-Otter. Great facilities and nice people. Encouraging any brats that are hesitating to sign up! My plans are to launch there about two weeks before and cruise to Nashville and beyond. Come back for the gathering and then return home. Anyone that wants to join us send me a PM.
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Sea🐎Horse



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PostPosted: Wed Jun 28, 2023 8:02 pm    Post subject: Texas to the Lakes:) Reply with quote

We see new with our 22 cruiser, try attending we will. It’s 900 miles for us. F350 with camper and boat so we have options staying on the boat or KOA. Thanks sharing. Best friend keeps his BIG sailboat at this lake. Very informative. I’ve never been there except passing thru driving. 😊🇺🇸
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txmntman



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PostPosted: Wed Jul 19, 2023 11:04 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just an update: We are set for the "Meet in the Middle" gathering.
There are RV spots available, and boat slips. I have asked Tiffany for a total of 20 slips. You will be responsible for your own reservations for your slip or your RV sites (they have cabins available as well)
Call Tiffany at 270-625-3716 Mention "C-Brats" when making the reservation
Her email is tvaughn@prizerpoint.com

The gathering schedule is
Monday, Oct 2 - boats arrive. Check in with me after arrival, please. I should be at site #37, and will have a green EZ-UP and US Flag at my site. I will be in an RV close to the marina.

Monday night is a provide your own dinner, but we will have a welcome meeting about 7:00 PM
We plan to hold a "Corn Hole" Tournament. Details to follow
Tuesday Evening - Activity Pot luck dinner Program details later
Wed Evening - Activity. Program details later
Thursday Evening - Activity - individual tell about their favorite boat modification
Friday - Head home

Looking forward to seeing everyone there.

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multimediasmith



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PostPosted: Fri Jul 21, 2023 7:20 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just got off the phone with Tiffany at the Marina... reservation in... so ready to get out... We've been on HEATWAVE LOCKDOWN here as are many of us elsewhere... cabin fever is setting in. I am hoping to make the October gathering at the land between the lakes Kentucky/Tennessee.

Was trying to get to the North Channel this summer, but our daughter has been here studying for the Bar Exam next week, so we have been here for support. Talked to the folks at the De Tour State harbor about truck storage and forest fire smoke.

The boat just had its 100hr service plus a few new do dads since last time.
The trailer is finally done... new brakes, bearings and seals and electric over hydraulic actuator and truck sender... so in ready mode.[/img]
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Molly Brown



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PostPosted: Sat Jul 22, 2023 7:13 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Don’t forget the coffee 😅

James
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txmntman



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PostPosted: Tue Jul 25, 2023 10:35 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Another update:
We are set for the "Meet in the Middle" gathering.
There are RV spots available, and boat slips. I have asked Tiffany for a total of 20 slips. You will be responsible for your own reservations for your slip or your RV sites (they have cabins available as well)
Please TEXT Tiffany at 270-625-3716 Mention "C-Brats" when making the reservation. She will call you back, if needed. She is getting a lot of calls with no message (if she doesn’t pick up), so she has requested that everyone TEXT her.
Her email is tvaughn@prizerpoint.com

The gathering schedule is
Monday, Oct 2 - boats arrive. Check in with me after arrival, please. I should be at site #37, and will have a green EZ-UP and US Flag at my site. I will be in an RV close to the marina.

Make your reservations and I’ll see you there!!

-Mike
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colbysmith



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PostPosted: Wed Aug 16, 2023 1:00 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just made reservations for C-Traveler, Monday Oct 2nd - Friday Oct 6th. Not sure yet if I will launch at Prizer Point, or at Kentucky Lake Dam State Park. I'll be cruising the Cumberland River after the gathering with Mystery Girl and anyone else that would like to tag along. Colby
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multimediasmith



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PostPosted: Fri Aug 18, 2023 5:24 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Seeking a good “flat” route north from the Gulf (hopefully avoiding mountains and narrow switchbacks).
I was thinking of taking I 55 north passed Memphis & Cairo and then I 57 further north.
Any advice from those who’ve experienced this route would be most welcome.
Thanks in advance
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 18, 2023 10:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

multimediasmith wrote:
Seeking a good “flat” route north from the Gulf (hopefully avoiding mountains and narrow switchbacks).
I was thinking of taking I 55 north passed Memphis & Cairo and then I 57 further north.
Any advice from those who’ve experienced this route would be most welcome.
Thanks in advance


Prizer Point Marina, on Lake Barkley, is off of I24. Looking at Mapquest, looks like you'd take Hwy 3 out of Memphis, and 69 to I24. I have only come in from the north, coming through Paducah. Colby
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multimediasmith



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PostPosted: Fri Sep 01, 2023 6:43 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks so much for responding…
Anyone coming from the Gulf Coast or points South who’ve done this route before?
Best
Dale
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Gulfcoastjohn



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PostPosted: Fri Sep 01, 2023 9:52 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Dale,

I think you are way over thinking about this little trip.

We’ve done I-55 as well as I-65 and both are easy for any C-Dory, and also easy for a 65 foot tractor trailer rig.

Birmingham has six lane areas in mountains that might seem scary, but semis do it every single day and so can you.

It is all easy peasy.

Just Do It!

John

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PostPosted: Fri Sep 08, 2023 1:59 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks folks,
I was imagining the road from Asheville to Cashiers with narrow switchbacks.
We’re actually driving to Manitoulin Island Saturday (sadly sans boat this time) will be checking out possibilities for next summer.

Looking forward to seeing y’all in October along with the brats. Soo glad Lee is not visiting the Gulf. For everyone that it stays in the Atlantic.
Best
Dale
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