Author Topic: Camp Mustache Canada - 2017 (Read 405931 times)

Le Poisson · « **Reply #850 on:** February 28, 2017, 05:34:12 AM »

Minor clock reset... Dan and one of our other presenters are just coming as day-guests... I had them in the spreadsheet count. This opens up 2 bunks. Also, in the leadership section, we still need a fitness leader for Sunday morning (if you want a 25% discount on your stay, sign up for fitness leader and take everyone on a run or lead them in pushups, or something!).

This means we have 7 bunks available right now, and one of them is a cheapy!

andy85 · « **Reply #851 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:01:17 AM »

I'm curious...will you be posting an attendee list here?

Le Poisson · « **Reply #852 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:05:43 AM »

Quote from: andy85 on February 28, 2017, 06:01:17 AM

I'm curious...will you be posting an attendee list here?

No Andy I won't. That wouldn't be fair to folks who are concerned with privacy or with broadcasting empty houses online. I leave it to the attendees to decide whether they want to announce their attendance. I do post updates to teh speaker schedule on the first of the month most months though. That's tomorrow.

andy85 · « **Reply #853 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:09:29 AM »

Quote from: Prospector on February 28, 2017, 06:05:43 AM

Quote from: andy85 on February 28, 2017, 06:01:17 AM
I'm curious...will you be posting an attendee list here?

No Andy I won't. That wouldn't be fair to folks who are concerned with privacy or with broadcasting empty houses online. I leave it to the attendees to decide whether they want to announce their attendance. I do post updates to teh speaker schedule on the first of the month most months though. That's tomorrow.

that is kind of what i assumed...makes perfect sense. thanks for clarifying.

Le Poisson · « **Reply #854 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:10:39 AM »

Update to OP - Last speaker's topic filled in, Count reset. Still looking for fitness leader on day 2... When everyone is too hung over/tired to do fitness anyway.

If all 7 remaining spots go to dudes, we'll have a perfect 1:1 male to female ratio. I doubt this will happen.

pbkmaine · « **Reply #855 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:27:28 AM »

Why don't we just do a hike or a walk Day 2?

Le Poisson · « **Reply #856 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:28:47 AM »

Quote from: pbkmaine on February 28, 2017, 06:27:28 AM

Why don't we just do a hike or a walk Day 2?

You volunteering to lead?

pbkmaine · « **Reply #857 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:36:41 AM »

Sure. If somebody wakes me up and shoves a map in my hand.

Le Poisson · « **Reply #858 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:41:53 AM »

Quote from: pbkmaine on February 28, 2017, 06:36:41 AM

Sure. If somebody wakes me up and shoves a map in my hand.

There is a rail trail literally next door to camp. You could go for miles and miles and miles and miles in a straight line.

pbkmaine · « **Reply #859 on:** February 28, 2017, 07:27:16 AM »

Cool. Okay, we will meet at a mutually-agreed-upon hour and divide into two groups: 1) hikers and 2) strollers. The hikers, led by someone like 94, will head out. The strollers, led by me, will drift off after them. The hikers will decide when to turn around, and will gather us up upon their return. Sound like a plan?

MonkeyJenga · « **Reply #860 on:** February 28, 2017, 07:38:24 AM »

Quote from: PJ on February 27, 2017, 08:37:05 PM

Also, a reminder to anyone travelling where there's a luggage/space issue, I was totally serious when I said that we should try to organize a few of us who live close to bring extra sleeping bags/pillows/sheets and blankets. We'll have to coordinate it ahead of time, of course, to make sure that no one goes without, but I should be able to equip a couple of people myself, and I'm sure that some other folks will be willing to help too.

Hi PJ! I would be honored to be equipped by you. I don't own a sleeping bag, and I barely own a pillow.

ElleFiji · « **Reply #861 on:** February 28, 2017, 07:40:45 AM »

I think a pillow talk sub topic is the perfect way to ensure everyone has enough supplies

PJ · « **Reply #862 on:** February 28, 2017, 08:54:21 AM »

Quote from: MonkeyJenga on February 28, 2017, 07:38:24 AM

Quote from: PJ on February 27, 2017, 08:37:05 PM
Also, a reminder to anyone travelling where there's a luggage/space issue, I was totally serious when I said that we should try to organize a few of us who live close to bring extra sleeping bags/pillows/sheets and blankets. We'll have to coordinate it ahead of time, of course, to make sure that no one goes without, but I should be able to equip a couple of people myself, and I'm sure that some other folks will be willing to help too.

Hi PJ! I would be honored to be equipped by you. I don't own a sleeping bag, and I barely own a pillow.

No problem, MJ! I got you covered!

(Yes, I'm starting the bedding puns again!)

I agree EF, closer to the time, we can start an equipment subtopic. But for now, we'll just remember that I've already committed to MJ :-)

Edited to add: It's not a worry, really, to advertise that my house will be empty. Because it won't be. There are the downstairs tenants, who are pretty aware of my comings and goings. My brother will be staying here (my "little" but very big brother!) And I've posted in many places around the forum about my evil dog - who is actually very sweet to people she knows and trusts, but highly territorial and protective when strangers are near.

Le Poisson · « **Reply #863 on:** February 28, 2017, 09:34:21 AM »

As I've said before, I'm well equipped and willing to help others in that department.

MonkeyJenga · « **Reply #864 on:** February 28, 2017, 09:36:39 AM »

Oh yay, thanks PJ!

Quote from: Prospector on February 28, 2017, 09:34:21 AM

As I've said before, I'm well equipped and willing to help others in that department.

Ahem. #context

Le Poisson · « **Reply #865 on:** February 28, 2017, 10:44:50 AM »

Quote from: MonkeyJenga on February 28, 2017, 09:36:39 AM

Oh yay, thanks PJ!

Quote from: Prospector on February 28, 2017, 09:34:21 AM
As I've said before, I'm well equipped and willing to help others in that department.

Ahem. #context

But I am willing to share my sleeping bag(s) as needed.

Lews Therin · « **Reply #866 on:** February 28, 2017, 11:04:29 AM »

Quote from: Prospector on February 28, 2017, 10:44:50 AM

Quote from: MonkeyJenga on February 28, 2017, 09:36:39 AM
Oh yay, thanks PJ!

Quote from: Prospector on February 28, 2017, 09:34:21 AM
As I've said before, I'm well equipped and willing to help others in that department.

Ahem. #context

But I am willing to share my sleeping bag(s) as needed.

Even with context, there is clearly a word that makes sure that you have to look again at the previous comment. Also, is not Day 2 Yoga?

elaine amj · « **Reply #867 on:** February 28, 2017, 01:45:22 PM »

Quote from: G-dog on February 27, 2017, 05:57:33 PM

Tentative plan:
Thursday, October 19 - drive US into Canada
Friday, October 20 - drive to camp, check-in, day 1 activities
Saturday, October 21 - day 2 activities
Sunday, October 22 - day 3 activities, camp ends (tentative plan to stay overnight BUT need to talk with Elaine, staying with Elaine may be an option)
Monday, October 23 - drive home

Drive days = Thursday, Friday, and Monday in this tentative plan.

I would have to check the driving time again, and talk with Elaine - but depending on timing, you might be able to work a partial day on Thursday if vacation days are limiting.

Orvell - you are totally welcome to another spot on my family room floor! I do have twin foam mattresses available (IMO 2 - 2.5 inches of foam are way more comfortable than an air mattress!) as well as an air mattress. Plus you're all welcome to stay with me on Sunday night as well to break up the journey home. You should be aware that I do have a small poodle who likes to act tough by barking loudly at anyone who enters the house for a grand total of 5 seconds - after which he will likely ignore you completely and retreat to his throne on my bed.

elaine amj · « **Reply #868 on:** February 28, 2017, 01:50:17 PM »

Quote from: pbkmaine on February 28, 2017, 07:27:16 AM

Cool. Okay, we will meet at a mutually-agreed-upon hour and divide into two groups: 1) hikers and 2) strollers. The hikers, led by someone like 94, will head out. The strollers, led by me, will drift off after them. The hikers will decide when to turn around, and will gather us up upon their return. Sound like a plan?

Oooo...hiking? I'm in!! I'll be happy to lead a group out or follow along. Approximately how long will we have for this Prospector?

pbkmaine · « **Reply #869 on:** February 28, 2017, 01:54:23 PM »

Quote from: elaine amj on February 28, 2017, 01:50:17 PM

Quote from: pbkmaine on February 28, 2017, 07:27:16 AM
Cool. Okay, we will meet at a mutually-agreed-upon hour and divide into two groups: 1) hikers and 2) strollers. The hikers, led by someone like 94, will head out. The strollers, led by me, will drift off after them. The hikers will decide when to turn around, and will gather us up upon their return. Sound like a plan?

Oooo...hiking? I'm in!! I'll be happy to lead a group out or follow along. Approximately how long will we have for this Prospector?

You are hereby appointed captain of the hikers, Elaine!

Le Poisson · « **Reply #870 on:** February 28, 2017, 02:20:23 PM »

Quote from: pbkmaine on February 28, 2017, 01:54:23 PM

Quote from: elaine amj on February 28, 2017, 01:50:17 PM
Quote from: pbkmaine on February 28, 2017, 07:27:16 AM
Cool. Okay, we will meet at a mutually-agreed-upon hour and divide into two groups: 1) hikers and 2) strollers. The hikers, led by someone like 94, will head out. The strollers, led by me, will drift off after them. The hikers will decide when to turn around, and will gather us up upon their return. Sound like a plan?

Oooo...hiking? I'm in!! I'll be happy to lead a group out or follow along. Approximately how long will we have for this Prospector?

You are hereby appointed captain of the hikers, Elaine!

The schedule currently shows:

8:00 AM Saturday - Yoga with ElleFiji
9:30 AM Saturday - Breakfast

8:00 AM Sunday Exercise TBD
9:00 AM Sunday - Breakfast

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If teh hikers and yoga-ers wanna swap days, that's cool with me.

pbkmaine · « **Reply #871 on:** February 28, 2017, 02:53:13 PM »

Sunday exercise is decided, Prosps. We are going to meet at 8am. Elaine will lead the hikers out, accompanied no doubt by 94, and I will head up the walkers, following at an ever-increasing distance.

arebelspy · « **Reply #872 on:** February 28, 2017, 03:04:28 PM »

I (or anyone else, if they'd like) can lead a meditation session either/both of the days too, if anyone is interested. Just a 10-15 minute early morning thing.

Also crossing my fingers on Oro and Ramona. :)

G-dog · « **Reply #873 on:** February 28, 2017, 03:05:36 PM »

Quote from: arebelspy on February 28, 2017, 03:04:28 PM

I (or anyone else, if they'd like) can lead a meditation session either/both of the days too, if anyone is interested. Just a 10-15 minute early morning thing.

Also crossing my fingers on Oro and Ramona. :)

I wondered about meditation too. And caffination...

RamonaQ · « **Reply #874 on:** February 28, 2017, 03:30:08 PM »

I appreciate the peer pressure!

I have the feeling that if I DON'T go, I'll be sitting here in October all annoyed that I didn't book a ticket. I'll talk to Howie tonight and make sure there's no plans that I'm not aware of for that weekend. And also explain that I want to run off to hang out with imaginary internet people.

Quote from: PJ on February 27, 2017, 08:37:05 PM

RamonaQ, in terms of vacation and job changing, on a couple of occasions I've had a vacation of some kind planned already, and been in the process of job hunting. I've never had a problem with saying to an employer (after I've accepted the offer!), "By the way, I already had this long weekend/week off booked, hope that's not a problem."

Yeah, I've totally done that too, but I've already got two other trips booked (one 5 days, one 10). So adding a third would be a lot. But CMC is quite close geographically, so really it would only require one day off.

RamonaQ · « **Reply #875 on:** February 28, 2017, 03:30:47 PM »

Oh, and if I do go, I'd be happy to lead a Sunday morning run to compliment the hikers and walkers.

deborah · « **Reply #876 on:** February 28, 2017, 04:22:23 PM »

At this rate EVERYONE will be leading some part of the Sunday morning thing - runners, hikers, walkers... Maybe I will lead the amblers. How many of us are there?

Le Poisson · « **Reply #877 on:** February 28, 2017, 04:41:42 PM »

I'll lead the crawlers... who is leading the rollers and wrigglers?

Le Poisson · « **Reply #878 on:** February 28, 2017, 04:45:22 PM »

Quote from: arebelspy on February 28, 2017, 03:04:28 PM

I (or anyone else, if they'd like) can lead a meditation session either/both of the days too, if anyone is interested. Just a 10-15 minute early morning thing.

Also crossing my fingers on Oro and Ramona. :)

If you come by Auberge Prospector beforehand, you can lead me in a meditation. I would have no idea what to do elsewise.

pbkmaine · « **Reply #879 on:** February 28, 2017, 05:09:17 PM »

Quote from: RamonaQ on February 28, 2017, 03:30:47 PM

Oh, and if I do go, I'd be happy to lead a Sunday morning run to compliment the hikers and walkers.

Awesome. We will meet up and divide ourselves by preference. Perhaps add a conga line?

Le Poisson · « **Reply #880 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:04:04 PM »

I can see Dan Bortolotti arrive just as the conga line returns from its 'hike'.

Lord have mercy.

6 spots remaining.

ElleFiji · « **Reply #881 on:** February 28, 2017, 06:05:28 PM »

Quote from: Prospector on February 28, 2017, 06:04:04 PM

I can see Dan Bortolotti arrive just as the conga line returns from its 'hike'.

Lord have mercy.

6 spots remaining.

He's your close personal friend, Dan won't judge you

Lews Therin · « **Reply #882 on:** February 28, 2017, 09:24:37 PM »

Conga line hike sounds perfect.

Kicking those legs left and right should be a good workout.

PJ · « **Reply #883 on:** February 28, 2017, 09:32:33 PM »

I'm still not sure if I will be able to hang out for Sunday morning, or will have to get up super duper early and head off to work. Won't know until closer to the time. But if I'm around, I'd like to volunteer to lead the coffee drinking sitting team, as we hang around and wait for the rest of you to come back from your run / hike / walk / amble / conga / crawl / roll / wiggle.

(I cannot believe that in such a non-conformist group as Mustachians, that I would be the first to acknowledge that no one HAS to participate in forced exercise early on Sunday morning!)

okits · « **Reply #884 on:** February 28, 2017, 09:44:32 PM »

Quote from: PJ on February 28, 2017, 09:32:33 PM

I'm still not sure if I will be able to hang out for Sunday morning, or will have to get up super duper early and head off to work. Won't know until closer to the time. But if I'm around, I'd like to volunteer to lead the coffee drinking sitting team, as we hang around and wait for the rest of you to come back from your run / hike / walk / amble / conga / crawl / roll / wiggle.

(I cannot believe that in such a non-conformist group as Mustachians, that I would be the first to acknowledge that no one HAS to participate in forced exercise early on Sunday morning!)

Don't worry, you're not! Prospector told Sailor Sam that participation in everything at CMC is voluntary (even early-morning drills from our favourite promoter of type-2 fun).

Le Poisson · « **Reply #885 on:** February 28, 2017, 09:52:45 PM »

Quote from: okits on February 28, 2017, 09:44:32 PM

Quote from: PJ on February 28, 2017, 09:32:33 PM
I'm still not sure if I will be able to hang out for Sunday morning, or will have to get up super duper early and head off to work. Won't know until closer to the time. But if I'm around, I'd like to volunteer to lead the coffee drinking sitting team, as we hang around and wait for the rest of you to come back from your run / hike / walk / amble / conga / crawl / roll / wiggle.

(I cannot believe that in such a non-conformist group as Mustachians, that I would be the first to acknowledge that no one HAS to participate in forced exercise early on Sunday morning!)

Don't worry, you're not! Prospector told Sailor Sam that participation in everything at CMC is voluntary (even early-morning drills from our favourite promoter of type-2 fun).

ESPECIALLY early morning drills from our favorite promoter of type 2 fun.

Daisy · « **Reply #886 on:** February 28, 2017, 09:58:44 PM »

Did somebody say conga line? If I do go, I can lead that. It's in my blood.

I guess I am waiting for my FIRE fate to be decided on in the next couple of months bfore I make my CMC attendance decision.

deborah · « **Reply #887 on:** February 28, 2017, 10:23:39 PM »

Quote from: Daisy on February 28, 2017, 09:58:44 PM

Did somebody say conga line? If I do go, I can lead that. It's in my blood.

I guess I am waiting for my FIRE fate to be decided on in the next couple of months bfore I make my CMC attendance decision.

Haven't you read that there are now ONLY SIX BUNKS LEFT - leave it for a week, and you won't be able to get a ticket!

Daisy · « **Reply #888 on:** February 28, 2017, 10:37:34 PM »

Quote from: deborah on February 28, 2017, 10:23:39 PM

Quote from: Daisy on February 28, 2017, 09:58:44 PM
Did somebody say conga line? If I do go, I can lead that. It's in my blood.

I guess I am waiting for my FIRE fate to be decided on in the next couple of months bfore I make my CMC attendance decision.
Haven't you read that there are now ONLY SIX BUNKS LEFT - leave it for a week, and you won't be able to get a ticket!

Yes, I've been biting my nails under the stress of that knowledge. I must say this sudden mention of a conga line feels like a sign from the universe that I should attend.

PJ · « **Reply #889 on:** February 28, 2017, 10:50:26 PM »

Quote from: okits on February 28, 2017, 09:44:32 PM

Quote from: PJ on February 28, 2017, 09:32:33 PM
I'm still not sure if I will be able to hang out for Sunday morning, or will have to get up super duper early and head off to work. Won't know until closer to the time. But if I'm around, I'd like to volunteer to lead the coffee drinking sitting team, as we hang around and wait for the rest of you to come back from your run / hike / walk / amble / conga / crawl / roll / wiggle.

(I cannot believe that in such a non-conformist group as Mustachians, that I would be the first to acknowledge that no one HAS to participate in forced exercise early on Sunday morning!)

Don't worry, you're not! Prospector told Sailor Sam that participation in everything at CMC is voluntary (even early-morning drills from our favourite promoter of type-2 fun).

Oh, I know, but that was pages ago. Or at least, a page ago? I didn't check. My point was more general.

Because suddenly everyone was talking about meeting up all together and breaking into various groups right down to wigglers and rollers (well, that was just Prosp) as if it was just assumed that we would all go out and move our bodies at some speed or another first thing in the morning when we (well, me anyway) would be not really awake yet, and no one was saying anything anymore about just.not.going!

So, it was left to me to speak up on behalf of sloths everywhere. Justice now for sloths!

deborah · « **Reply #890 on:** February 28, 2017, 11:17:07 PM »

Sloths move too. ssssllllooowwwllllyyyy

PJ · « **Reply #891 on:** February 28, 2017, 11:36:44 PM »

Not before coffee. I'm pretty sure....

Sailor Sam · « **Reply #892 on:** February 28, 2017, 11:54:22 PM »

Quote from: PJ on February 28, 2017, 10:50:26 PM

as if it was just assumed that we would all go out and move our bodies at some speed or another first thing in the morning

I actually have a secret loathing of exercising first thing in the morning. Shhhhh, don't tell anyone.

pbkmaine · « **Reply #893 on:** March 01, 2017, 03:06:15 AM »

Quote from: Daisy on February 28, 2017, 10:37:34 PM

Quote from: deborah on February 28, 2017, 10:23:39 PM
Quote from: Daisy on February 28, 2017, 09:58:44 PM
Did somebody say conga line? If I do go, I can lead that. It's in my blood.

I guess I am waiting for my FIRE fate to be decided on in the next couple of months bfore I make my CMC attendance decision.
Haven't you read that there are now ONLY SIX BUNKS LEFT - leave it for a week, and you won't be able to get a ticket!

Yes, I've been biting my nails under the stress of that knowledge. I must say this sudden mention of a conga line feels like a sign from the universe that I should attend.

Daisy, please come and relieve me from the stress of leading a conga line. Xo Paula

elaine amj · « **Reply #894 on:** March 01, 2017, 08:26:41 AM »

This has been a delightful conversation filled with conga lines and sloths (maybe even sloths IN a conga line?) so to veer it to slightly more serious topics - this is a heads up from your resident money launderer.

New month, new exchange rate.

For March payments, I'm going with USD38.14 for CDN$50 (Exchange rate of 0.76278263) or USD $179.25 for CDN$235 for full payment.

Le Poisson · « **Reply #895 on:** March 01, 2017, 08:48:03 AM »

5 Spots Remaining

andy85 · « **Reply #896 on:** March 01, 2017, 09:14:14 AM »

I fall somewhere between coffee drinker and walker. Slothfulness is likely to be involved in either case. I will be cutting out at noon (at the latest) on Sunday.

I have that feeling JS described during his Seattle meetup...very excited, but also nervous/anxious due to my strong introvertedness. Three days of socializing with strangers is far beyond my comfort zone, but I will do my best! A bottle of bourbon may help.

Exflyboy · « **Reply #897 on:** March 01, 2017, 09:28:45 AM »

See email.. I'm coming to CMC

pbkmaine · « **Reply #898 on:** March 01, 2017, 09:29:11 AM »

Awesome! My husband is coming, too! Are you bringing The Redhead?

Exflyboy · « **Reply #899 on:** March 01, 2017, 09:31:49 AM »

Quote from: pbkmaine on March 01, 2017, 09:29:11 AM

Awesome! My husband is coming, too! Are you bringing The Redhead?

We talked about it but its not really her thing.. She may go see another friend while we're out that way.

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Author Topic: Camp Mustache Canada - 2017 (Read 405931 times)