I don't know that we have a person to speak with about donating items for the drawings. My suggestion is if whoever that person or persons may be doesn't connect with you, bring them with you.
There are usually 50 people or better each year, but remember that this is a potluck affair and so something that can be cut small would be sufficient. Potlucks are always about take a little of most things and then feel stuffed.
We will be there by 11 on Sunday when we can get in. Some years we have had to set up tables and sometimes not. More hands make light work if we do so help is always appreciated.
Glad you are doing better and got your huntin' boots on!
I got most of the videos uploaded. I need to find a flv to mp4 converter before doing the rest. Will have to do that later, as I'm cautious of what software I use.
On my way home from Joseph's I was thinking it would be fun to post pics of road signs and playground signs, and think up lame clues and clue explanations to go with them.
Like the teeter totter sign that we were supposed to noodle out to be a rhyme in and of itself (clever lever), which kind of reminds me of Cleveland being on the level, which Ma swore wasn't even a clue.
And the very same sign, folks, that on any other day of the week simply alerts us to the presence of a playground nearby, during the hunt represented a 2200 year old physics principle, the father of which had a name that anagrams to "mashed rice".
I don't know about you, but my brain does not work that way, even during the hunt. This was a stretch of epitomal magnitude, a stretch great than any stretch any hunter ever noodled.
So, what do you think? This might be a fun theme for a mock hunt, or just a little game we can play on here, similar to Car Tag.
I think, in future years, we need to remember to ask ourselves whenever we see a sign of any kind while medallion hunting, what could this sign possibly mean, in addition to the intended meaning?
Which reminds me of an episode of Taxi, in which the Reverend Jim Ignatowski is taking a written driver's test, and ponders, out loud, the question, "what does a yellow light mean"? His friends try to surreptitiously help him out:
What's funny about this is my husband and I DID get lever and equal rights from the clues and immediately thought, "teeter totter!" If we would have seen that sign we would have went nuts: instead we went to the playground to look for a dang teeter totter. Also, we anagrammed the ice and snow clue, which came out to nice sand now. Thought too far into it I guess. Love the sign game.
I would guess that we actually get about 80 people for the Rehash. They open the doors for us at 11 and we do have to do the setup of tables and chairs so things don't really get going until 11:30. Redbear graciously, spontaneously took over hosting duties last year but I don't think ever officially admitted to being in charge. Mikey was in charge but has been trying to retire from that. I guess I can work on getting the door prizes together if no one else wants to jump up and claim the job. I have some tickets already. If you're going to be there, then I would say just go ahead and bring whatever door prize you're going to bring. It might help me to know how many items people are contributing though.
Well these are kinda neat for kids moreso than adults (3ft) high sticks of gumballs. Ill see what else we can come up with. Perhaps we can get some compasses or something. Do u think the PP may have some marketing items they would donate? I'm more than happy to do what I can to help. Call me if you need anything or can think of anything. 715-410-7132 :grin:
That was you. I could tell someone had looked there.
Four paws got me there.
I sure got red herring-ed/tunnel vision, but all my clues fit. Also, because it was such a small park I felt I couldn't share that info with you all to get feed back.
My new friendship with the other Hunters in Irvine(we called ourselves the Irvine council) is the reason I hunt, 5 strangers with nothing in common becoming friends while digging in the wrong park.
New Daddy, to connect with other people that you would not have met probably any other way and forming friendships is a great prize and one that is worth more than $10,000 in the long run.
Yes, and my dad and I were deadset it was in Eastside Heritage. It all made so much sense. Our clue explanations certainly top the CW's!
I loved happening upon New Daddy's signature in the snow. I chuckled and other hunters around me looked at me rather strangely. ND is one of the few Coolerheads I've actually met in person on a few diff hunts.
As it so happened I bumped into SweetJeanie (sp?) who used to be on the WaterCooler site many moons ago. It was nice to connect with her and share our thoughts. Combined, it really sealed the deal for all of us (incl. her family).
I, also, met a really nice guy who's the softball coach at Hamline. He hunts every year. Yesterday morning we joined forces and tore the entire park apart from one end to the other. We both figured there was no way the puck could be there now as we had looked in every square inch. So, he called and we learned the sad news.
Ah well! It's all about spending quality time with my dad which I ended up getting towards the latter half of the hunt and meeting old/new friends. Oh, and a really cute law enforcement official. That seems to be my trend the last couple years. lol And this yr, knowing that he used to hunt, that was icing on the cake.
I'll be bringing several items. I don't have a count. I used to bring a 'golden digging tool' to present to the founders, but I'm not sure I'll have time to make one.
I agree. It is like I tell my kids... what you put on the internet is out there for anyone to see, even if you later remove it. If they didn't want it public, they shouldn't have ever posted it. (Goes for the situation last year too).
As to which forum for communication... I am on Facebook, but MUCH prefer this board for having a discussion during the hunt.
Tues afternoon I was digging by myself and after a couple of hours decided to walk around a bit a check out some areas I hadn't explored yet. I heard a sound, looked up and saw a bald eagle soaring just above the bluff. I tried to alert other diggers nearby. Everyone had their heads down, poking the ground with their tools. The ones that looked turned their heads for a second then went back to digging. I just stood there for a good 5 minutes watching that eagle soar back and forth - like he was surveying what all the commotion on his bluff was about.
It's little moments like that are my prize in the hunt - even if I never find THE prize. Finding weird shaped trees, talking to complete strangers for 15 min, observing elderly couples as the help each other through the snow to look, watching kids build a snowman, seeing someone's dog dig in snow like they're helping out -- these are my mental pictures I get to hold on to and cherish.
Whenever I see an eagle soaring I get goosebumps. A couple years ago up north, on a windy day, we saw several eagles soaring back and forth. We pulled over and watched for a long time. I figured they were playing in the wind.
And it is all about the memories. The odd moments when you don't care if you're digging, but just enjoying what is going on around you. One of my favorite memories is being at Conway at night late in the hunt. The sight was simply awesome, but the locust sound of all the digging tools was unforgettable. You couldn't really hear anyone talking, just the sound of tools against the snow/ice.
I prefer both here and FB. FB for more the jabs/overall stuff. However I feel FB gets infiltrated by those who really aren't "coolers" and are just trolling.
On here, I feel is where the real noodling happens :smile: Plus I like to refer back to the clues. just easier to read on here once you get used to the format! :sillygrin:
So, raise your hand if you still have your hunting gear in the trunk of the car for the mad dash? It felt odd going to bed early last night, but felt a relief!
I will not be able to make it to the rehash bash so I am so bummed I missed the opportunity to connect with everyone in person and show my family I am NOT the only looney hunter!
This isn't goodbye for the year. Just a breather to reset back to the normal schedule!
Really wanted to go to the finder party at Gabe's tonight.
Unfortunately, things around here prevented it. Having remodeling done around here and the sheet rock guy has his truck parked in front of the garage, and tonight it wouldn't start. Deader than dead and he had replaced the battery in October. After we tried jumping it, he had a friend bring over a battery charger and then they decided he should go buy a new battery. Half hour later they come back and still nothing. He said he'd be back, but wasn't. We kept waiting for him because he needed us to get him into the garage. If we knew he wasn't coming back, we could have gone.
But it is freezing cold out so maybe in the long run, it was okay to stay in where it's warm. After all, there isn't a clever lever to find right now.
There are usually 50 people or better each year, but remember that this is a potluck affair and so something that can be cut small would be sufficient. Potlucks are always about take a little of most things and then feel stuffed.
We will be there by 11 on Sunday when we can get in. Some years we have had to set up tables and sometimes not. More hands make light work if we do so help is always appreciated.
Glad you are doing better and got your huntin' boots on!
Like the teeter totter sign that we were supposed to noodle out to be a rhyme in and of itself (clever lever), which kind of reminds me of Cleveland being on the level, which Ma swore wasn't even a clue.
And the very same sign, folks, that on any other day of the week simply alerts us to the presence of a playground nearby, during the hunt represented a 2200 year old physics principle, the father of which had a name that anagrams to "mashed rice".
I don't know about you, but my brain does not work that way, even during the hunt. This was a stretch of epitomal magnitude, a stretch great than any stretch any hunter ever noodled.
So, what do you think? This might be a fun theme for a mock hunt, or just a little game we can play on here, similar to Car Tag.
I think, in future years, we need to remember to ask ourselves whenever we see a sign of any kind while medallion hunting, what could this sign possibly mean, in addition to the intended meaning?
Which reminds me of an episode of Taxi, in which the Reverend Jim Ignatowski is taking a written driver's test, and ponders, out loud, the question, "what does a yellow light mean"? His friends try to surreptitiously help him out:
What does a yellow light mean?
Thou didns't reckon your level's power,
That balancing one child on either end,
They could travel 15 miles per hour!
Free Video Converter was bought by Google. I used to use that.
The finders seem sweet- glad they can use the money! I loved how their kid was looking around for "real money."
Four paws got me there.
I sure got red herring-ed/tunnel vision, but all my clues fit. Also, because it was such a small park I felt I couldn't share that info with you all to get feed back.
My new friendship with the other Hunters in Irvine(we called ourselves the Irvine council) is the reason I hunt, 5 strangers with nothing in common becoming friends while digging in the wrong park.
I loved happening upon New Daddy's signature in the snow. I chuckled and other hunters around me looked at me rather strangely. ND is one of the few Coolerheads I've actually met in person on a few diff hunts.
As it so happened I bumped into SweetJeanie (sp?) who used to be on the WaterCooler site many moons ago. It was nice to connect with her and share our thoughts. Combined, it really sealed the deal for all of us (incl. her family).
I, also, met a really nice guy who's the softball coach at Hamline. He hunts every year. Yesterday morning we joined forces and tore the entire park apart from one end to the other. We both figured there was no way the puck could be there now as we had looked in every square inch. So, he called and we learned the sad news.
Ah well! It's all about spending quality time with my dad which I ended up getting towards the latter half of the hunt and meeting old/new friends. Oh, and a really cute law enforcement official. That seems to be my trend the last couple years. lol And this yr, knowing that he used to hunt, that was icing on the cake.
As to which forum for communication... I am on Facebook, but MUCH prefer this board for having a discussion during the hunt.
Tues afternoon I was digging by myself and after a couple of hours decided to walk around a bit a check out some areas I hadn't explored yet. I heard a sound, looked up and saw a bald eagle soaring just above the bluff. I tried to alert other diggers nearby. Everyone had their heads down, poking the ground with their tools. The ones that looked turned their heads for a second then went back to digging. I just stood there for a good 5 minutes watching that eagle soar back and forth - like he was surveying what all the commotion on his bluff was about.
It's little moments like that are my prize in the hunt - even if I never find THE prize. Finding weird shaped trees, talking to complete strangers for 15 min, observing elderly couples as the help each other through the snow to look, watching kids build a snowman, seeing someone's dog dig in snow like they're helping out -- these are my mental pictures I get to hold on to and cherish.
And it is all about the memories. The odd moments when you don't care if you're digging, but just enjoying what is going on around you. One of my favorite memories is being at Conway at night late in the hunt. The sight was simply awesome, but the locust sound of all the digging tools was unforgettable. You couldn't really hear anyone talking, just the sound of tools against the snow/ice.
On here, I feel is where the real noodling happens :smile: Plus I like to refer back to the clues. just easier to read on here once you get used to the format! :sillygrin:
Plus I love this board, its my hunt home!
I will not be able to make it to the rehash bash so I am so bummed I missed the opportunity to connect with everyone in person and show my family I am NOT the only looney hunter!
This isn't goodbye for the year. Just a breather to reset back to the normal schedule!
Our ice choppers and shovels are still in the trunk.
I look forward to having your check in during the rest of the year.
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Really wanted to go to the finder party at Gabe's tonight.
Unfortunately, things around here prevented it. Having remodeling done around here and the sheet rock guy has his truck parked in front of the garage, and tonight it wouldn't start. Deader than dead and he had replaced the battery in October. After we tried jumping it, he had a friend bring over a battery charger and then they decided he should go buy a new battery. Half hour later they come back and still nothing. He said he'd be back, but wasn't. We kept waiting for him because he needed us to get him into the garage. If we knew he wasn't coming back, we could have gone.
But it is freezing cold out so maybe in the long run, it was okay to stay in where it's warm. After all, there isn't a clever lever to find right now.