2011 PP Volunteers
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Printed Date: 26 Apr 2024 at 5:02pm
Topic: 2011 PP Volunteers
Posted By: James
Subject: 2011 PP Volunteers
Date Posted: 07 Mar 2011 at 1:53pm
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The 2011 PP Ball needs your help. This year were going free form which means everyone needs to chip in a little to make it happen. Here are the areas that were looking for help in. Ramp Assembly Detail 6 People needed - Weekend Prior Hauler (Truck & Trailer) - Weekend Prior & After Event Race 2 Timers - 4 People for safety - Adam Rodeo Organizer if desired Operation Applets & Cotlets Guide Riot Raft - General Ball Help Trash Detail Firewood Detail / Pallet Collection & Ignition Duty - Hans |
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Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 07 Mar 2011 at 9:41pm
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You could just have JP be the pa system....hahaha...just kidding...I am going to volunteer to drink all the excess booze....hahaha....just kidding. I will help out as we get closer, but I am not sure what to do yet. This will be my first PP Ball! Whoo hooo!!!! ------------- Nomad |
Posted By: Wiggins
Date Posted: 08 Mar 2011 at 3:59am
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I have the PP Ball weekend off for once! I'll throw my hat in the ring for a paddler for operation appletts and cotlets.
Kyle ------------- I smell bacon |
Posted By: rokmnky
Date Posted: 08 Mar 2011 at 1:04pm
| I'm down for setting up and dealing with the ramp. I can also fill a spot for the creek race, timer or safety. Otherwise I plan on being drunk as usual. Let me know where I'm needed. |
Posted By: jella
Date Posted: 08 Mar 2011 at 2:14pm
I'll be a paddler for the Riot Raft as well!  ------------- |
Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 09 Mar 2011 at 4:16pm
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How is someone going to guide the Riot raft when its going to be dark and everyone is drunk. Are you talking about needing a designated driver for the raft that will stay sober? That may be a hard person to find... ------------- Nomad |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 09 Mar 2011 at 5:00pm
| nope that is not a requirement dave. But the shuttle drivers will have to be. We might end up walking like that one year... lol just kidding. |
Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 10 Mar 2011 at 9:08am
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I am just so excited I will be able to go this year...no more "the man" holding me down! ------------- Nomad |
Posted By: 1150lbsofaire
Date Posted: 10 Mar 2011 at 12:37pm
sign me up for pallet collection  ------------- lookin for a bow cap for a storm |
Posted By: jella
Date Posted: 18 Mar 2011 at 9:44am
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I'm thinking of maybe doing the creek race- so.... could you take my name off of for setting safetly plese? Thanks! ------------- |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 18 Mar 2011 at 9:57am
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Sorry it is too late you have already committed.... Well ok just this one time. But you should talk it up with all your friends so you can find some folk to help on the safety side. They can be your substitution. |
Posted By: jP
Date Posted: 19 Mar 2011 at 11:35am
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yeah, guys- if you don't want to race or don't paddle that stretch or whatever- you should consider volunteering to help run the race: you'll get to see some good paddlers, and maybe some carnage, too.
Setting safety can be fun if you are in the right spot and get to throw your bag once or twice ;) me? not sure how I'll be feeling day-of. Can't even say I'll be around for sure. Likely though. The race and rodeo events should be planned to allow the whole event to shift from one to the other and not miss one while participating in the other, if possible. So that those who do set safety for the race can participate in the rodeo for example. ------------- 🐋🐋🐋🐋🐋🐋🐋🐋🐋🐋🐋 |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 19 Mar 2011 at 12:56pm
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JP, No doubt were going to be making sure that all the Rodeo boaters that want to creek race do, basically the events are timed with plenty of spacing but we will also be waiting to make sure everyone that wants to race can. I am most excited about the R2 racing for this year. I don't know what all the teams will be but I think it will be a good time! |
Posted By: rayw
Date Posted: 20 Mar 2011 at 7:25pm
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I could tow the ramp out the 20th or 21st but i have to work the 22nd. I should be available for the tow back. ------------- rayweinrich@gmail.com 253.370.6299 |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 21 Mar 2011 at 10:53am
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Ray, That would be awesome. Here is what we have done in the past. Tow out on the Friday before This year would be May 20th. Setup on May 21st & 22nd. you would not need to stick around for that since you gotta work. We leave the trailer onsite. Then May 30th (memorial day) we tear down and return the scaffolding and trailer. Last year I think you stepped in and did that (which was really really appreciated) so the plans would be the same. |
Posted By: scottrichardson
Date Posted: 21 Mar 2011 at 1:11pm
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I have a bunch of pallets to toss in, with more on the way. I don't have a truck to get them to Wenatchee, tho. Can bring them to someone local. Lemme know.
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Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 21 Mar 2011 at 2:26pm
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I could also help with the transport of stuff with the BIG GMC truck I now have possession of... ------------- Nomad |
Posted By: jella
Date Posted: 13 May 2011 at 6:51pm
| Hey!! Can you please sign me up to be the guide for Operation Applets & Cotlets, and Andy is going to be a paddler. Thank you!!!! |
Posted By: Wiggins
Date Posted: 14 May 2011 at 2:34am
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We busted up a party on Mt Josephine a few weeks ago and the kids took off and left all their pallets for the fire. There is enough of them that you would need a truck with a full size bed and a bunch of rope to get them (which eliminates me). They are abandoned property on DNR land and free for the taking if anyone has the motivation to grab them.
If anyone wants to go after them let me know and I'll either figure out a time to show you where they are, or make you a map.
Kyle ------------- I smell bacon |
Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 14 May 2011 at 9:45am
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Is that on the way to the Leavenworth PP party area? I may be able to swing by on the way there next weekend. ------------- Nomad |
Posted By: mells
Date Posted: 19 May 2011 at 2:46pm
| Hey guys. I have two large 4x4 pallets and some broken up pallet for ya if you want to take it to the bonfire. I can't make it to the ball, but would love it if I could contribute something. I'm in burien if you need the wood. I guess just PM me and we can get in touch if you think you could use it. |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 9:25am
Posted By: water wacko
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 12:07pm
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Is there a rodeo judge? I say we just pick 3 people from the crowd to judge. Score 1-10 for best ride and use scoring for any time breaker (probably not needed). Making it more of a "show" rather than technical point- rating system. I'm willing to organize, but I'm just going to pick 3 random peeps from the crowd. Thoughts??? ------------- "Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do that, because what the world needs is people who have come alive." ~Howard Thurman |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 12:21pm
| Brett, I can always pick 3 judges out... gees, I am looking for someone to actually do the judging. |
Posted By: water wacko
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 12:44pm
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I'll judge, but I'm def competing. If ALL the other competitors don't have a problem with it, let's do it. ------------- "Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do that, because what the world needs is people who have come alive." ~Howard Thurman |
Posted By: 1150lbsofaire
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 12:56pm
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i will judge! i used to do some sick window shading back in the day ------------- lookin for a bow cap for a storm |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 12:56pm
Posted By: water wacko
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 1:17pm
Then let's go with the "coolest ride" vs "most technically proficient scoring ability". Easy. Hans, please be a judge!!  ------------- "Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do that, because what the world needs is people who have come alive." ~Howard Thurman |
Posted By: shirepaddler
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 2:26pm
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Brett, I'm with ya my man. I'd vote for a 'coolest ride' or 'best trick' throwdown.
Rapid Magazine just had a scoring format that fits the 'coolest ride' format.
http://content.yudu.com/A1s08r/rapidearlysum11/resources/31.htm - http://content.yudu.com/A1s08r/rapidearlysum11/resources/31.htm (page 16)
I've made a spreadsheet and will bring copies if you decide to go that way.
They are forecasting 10-12k for saturday so it could be a seriously fun event!
Kelly
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Posted By: James
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 2:26pm
Posted By: rokmnky
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 3:36pm
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Posted By: 1150lbsofaire
Date Posted: 26 May 2011 at 8:11am
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i got to be honest though if rob does anything remotely cool im voting for him ------------- lookin for a bow cap for a storm |
Posted By: jella
Date Posted: 26 May 2011 at 11:15am
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Hi James!!
Can you please sign me up to be the guide for Operation Applets & Cotlets, and Andy is going to be a paddler. Thank you!!!!
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Posted By: James
Date Posted: 26 May 2011 at 1:02pm
| Sveet gottcha down |