05/16 - 05/20 - 5th Annual Delta/Bay Extravaganza

Dora~Jean · Posted: Fri Apr 20, 2007 7:56 pm Post subject:

Can't wait. I can bring the hash browns, bread, butter and jam (like last year!).

I too will be there by Tuesday late afternoon. Is there any problem with parking overnight at the Rio Vista Marina if the gate across the street is closed?

Jim, didn't we walk to the wharf from the marina a couple of years ago? I thought it was a fine walk, got to see "The City" up close!

I'm working on a homemade, Rube Goldberg downrigger to bring since I don't use one any other time of the year. Also looking for those 12" flashers.

Jazzmanic · Posted: Fri Apr 20, 2007 8:14 pm Post subject:

Wow Jim & Kath, that sounds like quite an itinerary. I'm originally from that area (Central California) and most all of my extended family and immediate family still reside in Central CA and the bay area. Caryn and I might have to make plans to join you all next year. I've never cruised that area by boat. Sounds like a great time. Have a fun, safe journey!

Nan-C · Posted: Sat Apr 21, 2007 9:07 am Post subject:

The Delta trip sounds great. We love the Bay Area and are looking forward to boating there with our new C-Dory. Our boat is sitting in Oakland right now waiting for us to pick it up at the end of my school year. I do find myself curious about downtown Oakland/Jack London Square being too rough. We have never found it so. Just up Broadway from the waterfront is Everett and Jones BBQ -- a really great joint. Yoshi's has world class jazz. Beverages and More is a great place for restocking with the necessary beverages. The original World Market is a source for good snacks and funky beers. Downtown, Le Cheval offers great Vietnamese with white tablecloths in a casual atmosphere. And Siam Bay is our favorite Thai restaurant on the face of the earth -- great food, casual, inexpensive, friendly. We hope to spend time living aboard for several weeks at a time in an Alameda marina, and Jack London Square, etc., will always be a favorite destination.

Have a great trip.
Greg

Jim Gibson · Posted: Sun Apr 22, 2007 1:20 pm Post subject:

Steve Dora-Jean

There should be no problem parking at Rio Vista. I am sure they will open the yard gate for you on Tuesday.

That is good that you are getting your fishing gear together with the flashers and downriggers. Excellent!

Swanny, we can see the City any way you want to do it. Like we said, lots of options!

Greg Nan C-
Did not mean to offend you with the casual remark abount Oakland. We still like Jack London Square, and the Alameda area, but since we had not been back to the City for a year we missed it and our "rough "comment was only ment to be relative to the City, not absolute. Don't worry, we will come over and vist you in the future in Oakland. We still love the Jack London folklore of the place.

Sincerely,

Pounder

Nan-C · Posted: Sun Apr 22, 2007 1:30 pm Post subject:

Jim/Pounder -- No offense remotely taken. I'm going to have to get the hang of a more casual tone as I slip into retirement. I was just singing the praises of a place we enjoy and wondering if others had experiences different from ours.

Again -- We hope you all have a fantastic trip. As our Bay experiences get closer, I hope I can pick your brain on the hazards of navigating the Bay. All of our experience is on lake and the Mississippi with 20/21 foot bowriders. Greg

Jim Gibson · Posted: Sun Apr 22, 2007 1:54 pm Post subject:

Greg Nan-C

I see you are from Iowa. I spent 5 wonderful years in Ames at ISU. I loved that state and have many fond memories.

Let me say this, Jack London Square in December is going to seem like a tropical paridse for you in retirement!

Hoping you can join us in 2008 for that next Extravaganza.

Sincerely,

Poinder

Sea Wolf · Posted: Sun Apr 22, 2007 2:05 pm Post subject:

When in Oakland at Jack London Square, don't miss out on a chance to have a beer at the "First and Last Chance", a waterfront bar that represented just that to sailors around the turn of the last century. It was Jack's favorite hangout.

It's so old and unchanged you get the feeling Jack London himself is lurking in the corner somewhere!

Caution: there's a microphone in the head and speakers all over the bar!

Outside next door is Jack's crude log cabin from Alaska, brought back as another historical landmark.

History is cool! And so is Jack London's legacy!

Joe.

Dora~Jean · Posted: Sun Apr 22, 2007 8:24 pm Post subject:

Joe,
We fully checked out Jack's cabin from Alaska, fascinating, read all the blurbs we found. Good stuff. I didn't see the pub you mentioned, will definitely look for it next time we visit. Beer, who needs beer when you have Salty C's and Discovery's "chillable red" to keep you quenched! Cocktail

Greg,
The city was fine also, walked to Smart and Final for some ice and passed most of the places you mentioned.

SeaSpray · Posted: Mon Apr 23, 2007 9:56 am Post subject:

I am looking forward to our trip and hope we have less wind!

I will bring the coffee.

Steve

Sealife · Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2007 11:53 am Post subject:

Regretablly, am unable to make the trip for the first time in five years. Coast Guard responsibilities getting in the way. Nothing, I say, nothing will prevent me from making the Catalina Adventure in August, however. Sorry for the late notification, but just got my schedule firmed up. Hope someone can fill my slot.

I know you all are in for a great trip, and my regards to all.

Jim Gibson · Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2007 12:25 pm Post subject:

Mike Sealife-

I am in shock! We will certainly miss your perfect attendance. Now with you not coming, I am the only one that will have attended the Extravaganza all five years. Guess I will have to give the 5-year award to myself! Hope to see you in Catalina.

Seriously, sorry, that you will not be able to attend. You have been a loyal and enthusiastic attendee for a long time.

OK, everyone else, we now have one (1) slot open for anyone who would like to take Sealife's place. First come, first served. Step right up to be the 10th C-Dory Vessel on the 5th Extravaganza. This is an exclusive event and here is a rare second chance for some lucky C-Brat.

Sincerely,

Pounder

SEA3PO · Posted: Tue May 01, 2007 1:37 pm Post subject:

Jim....Do you have any idea how to find Dan of Zoe's Pride ??? I sure would like to see him come with us....I would love to hear his stories of his Alaska trip....

Joel
SEA3PO

Jim Gibson · Posted: Tue May 01, 2007 3:58 pm Post subject:

Joel-

I agree with you. I also enjoyed his colorful presence.

I have lost track of him and have not heard or see of him for some while. I forget, but I think he lived in Martinez or Benicia.

Sincerely,

Jim

SEA3PO · Posted: Sat May 05, 2007 12:32 pm Post subject:

SEA3PO will bring coffee and OJ. We're looking forward to the trip and seeing everyone.

Roxie will be staying home with our daughter...Joel is already missing her...but the possums that sit on our fence each evening would miss her too much if she took a few nights off.

Sue and Joel
SEA3PO

SEA3PO · Posted: Sat May 05, 2007 12:35 pm Post subject:

I just realized Steve had posted he would bring coffee etc. Is there anything else we need???

Sue
SEA3PO