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TexasCowboy Memorial Shoot XI Planning Thread
10/27/15 | TheMom

Posted on 10/27/2015 1:13:00 PM PDT by TheMom

The planning stages for TCMS XI are in the works. At this point the plan is to hold the event in October 2016. (Yes, I know that is a looonnnggg way away!) The range we are considering is Hiciksville Range, in Gatesville. The closest lodging we could find is in Whitney.

We have already had one recon trip, which was not very productive due to heavy rains. The entire recon crew checked out one of the places we are considering staying. The majority of us fell in love with the place, even though it was a gloomy weekend. It made for some fun joking about being the perfect place to film a horror movie, especially with the creepy & trashy road to the resort. We all agreed that the pavilion was awesome; it is big enough to hold all of us without bumping into each other.

NYTexan & BuckeyeTexan checked out the other place. I liked it from looking at their website, but was not impressed with the pictures that Buckeye sent me. She & I are going to do another recon so that I can see it in person. There is also one more location we will look at. The one negative for both of those places is the size of their pavilions ~ we need lots of room to move & mingle.

Next week Eaker, humblegunner and I are going to Hicksville Range for a look see and discuss pricing.

Stay tuned for more info . . .


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To: alfa6

God bless you in that endeavor.


481 posted on 09/25/2016 3:48:47 AM PDT by Wneighbor (I'm deplorable.)
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To: alfa6

We are going to miss seeing you & The Mrs.

Hopefully the current kitchen ceiling is in not to bad of shape.


482 posted on 09/25/2016 3:48:54 AM PDT by TheMom (This is how horror movies start.)
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To: Zippo44

Looking forward to meeting both of you.


483 posted on 09/25/2016 3:50:20 AM PDT by TheMom (This is how horror movies start.)
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To: waterhill

Well, damn! We’ll miss seeing you again this year.


484 posted on 09/25/2016 3:51:09 AM PDT by TheMom (This is how horror movies start.)
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To: TheMom; everyone

Wish could be with all attending. Maybe next time. {{{HUGS}}} Everyone!


485 posted on 09/25/2016 6:57:39 AM PDT by no-to-illegals (If America Cared would a moslem cair?)
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To: Wneighbor; TheMom

The new ceiling is on account of the new tubs plumbing developing a leak:-(

I have the leak repaired, I think.

About 18 tears ago Mrs alfa6 and I redid the kitchen. We stripped everything to the studs and floor joists except, you guessed it, the ceiling. Oh well:-)

The old dropped ceiling was added on the the original plaster and lathe ceiling before we moved in back in 1976.

The plan is to pull down the dropped ceiling and remove most of the 2x4s holding up the sheetrock. Then remove a most of the old plaster and lathe, especially under the tub area to lessen any chance of having mold.

The I will build a soffit over the existing cabinets to cover the difference in height. In the end what I hope to end up with is sort of a vaulted ceiling type effect, sort of maybe.

This will be another Gunny Highway project, kind of my specialty.

Improvise, Adapt and Overcome.

With luck it should only take 3 or 4 days.

Bwaaaa haaaa haa ha.

But that almost never happens

Y’all Have a good time and say hi to every body for me.

Best regards to all

alfa6 ;>}


486 posted on 09/25/2016 1:46:10 PM PDT by alfa6
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To: alfa6

That’s a bummer! We’ll miss y’all!


487 posted on 09/26/2016 12:33:38 PM PDT by luvie (I love the troops. That is all...)
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To: LUV W

I ain’t real happy about missing The Shoot:-(

Very slim chance I can make it but unless the magic good luck fairy shows up and all my brilliant plans work.

Well you know...

Repeal Cheops Law!!!

(Nothing gets built on time and under budget!)

Best Regards

alfa6 ;>}


488 posted on 09/26/2016 6:34:33 PM PDT by alfa6
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To: alfa6

True, in spite of what Trump has claimed for his hotel! LOL!

Anyway...come if you possibly can and know you’ll be missed if you can’t! :)


489 posted on 09/26/2016 8:11:34 PM PDT by luvie (I love the troops. That is all...)
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To: TheMom

I am so out of touch these days. Workin’ myself crazy. I’ll be there, of course.


490 posted on 09/29/2016 8:43:43 PM PDT by BuckeyeTexan (There are those that break and bend. I'm the other kind. ~Steve Earle)
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To: mylife; TheMom; Professional Engineer
I was hoping it would be warm enough for some swimming but man its weird in Tx this year

Just got home from taking 4 yr old granddaughter down to the park. Water was nice and warm. We didnt swim but waded up to about a foot deep. Felt real good so it should be nice if anyone cares to swim next weekend.

If y'all know anybody in particular that might like to swim or have kids that might like to play in the water you might give 'em a ping.

491 posted on 09/30/2016 3:27:46 PM PDT by Wneighbor (I'm deplorable.)
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To: Wneighbor
Yes it takes a while for the water to cool down. I imagine its like a big ol hotub now ☺
492 posted on 09/30/2016 4:08:19 PM PDT by mylife (The roar of the masses could be farts)
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To: mylife

Yes, that is true. It was great today. I would have loved to be swimming today if I’d been with a grandchild a bit older. After the earlier floods I’m not sure where drop-offs and submerged stuff is. Dont usually pay to get into the state park where theres a roped off area. But it will be great next weekend for anyone interested.


493 posted on 09/30/2016 4:32:55 PM PDT by Wneighbor (I'm deplorable.)
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To: BuckeyeTexan; TheMom
Just checking in! Mr. Pen and I will be there! We have been binge watching Twin Peaks to get in the mood for the place..lol! 😜 Can't wait to see everyone! Let me know what we can do to help, etc. WooHoo!!
494 posted on 10/01/2016 12:47:36 PM PDT by penelopesire (TIME FOR OBAMA TO ANSWER FOR BENGHAZI UNDER OATH!!)
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To: BuckeyeTexan

Good. I should see you there then. :)


495 posted on 10/01/2016 12:50:03 PM PDT by Lazamataz (MSM ignoring Hillary's health until forced, shows us they are the MPM: Ministry of Propaganda Media)
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To: penelopesire

Looking forward to seeing you both!


496 posted on 10/01/2016 7:44:42 PM PDT by TheMom (This is how horror movies start.)
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To: TheMom; onyx
We are too. Sadly, onyx can't come this time around. 😔 We will have room for someone else should someone need a bed to stay in last minute. It is a 2 bedroom cabin. Just FYI.
497 posted on 10/02/2016 8:28:47 AM PDT by penelopesire (TIME FOR OBAMA TO ANSWER FOR BENGHAZI UNDER OATH!!)
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To: TheMom

Are we meeting up somewhere for breakfast on Saturday morning?


498 posted on 10/03/2016 9:19:31 PM PDT by smokingfrog ( sleep with one eye open (<o> ---)
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To: Eaker; humblegunner; eastforker; RikaStrom; thackney; stevie_d_64; Xenalyte; Squantos; NYTexan; ...

Just a few more days until the shoot ping!

Some reminders:

The address for Cherokee Village is 220 Deep Canyon Dr, Whitney, TX 76692; for Hicksville Range is 225 Dusty Lane, Gatesville, TX 76528.

Bring plenty of water (or soda) to the range.

The meeting place at Cherokee Village will be the Pavilion. Bring along your favorite adult beverage ~ as is tradition, NYTexan will be making margaritas.

Friday & Saturday night dinners will be pot luck style.

See y’all soon.


499 posted on 10/03/2016 11:27:47 PM PDT by TheMom (This is how horror movies start.)
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To: smokingfrog

Don’t know yet. This event has gotten so big that it seems the last few years Saturday morning breakfast takes forever.


500 posted on 10/03/2016 11:28:58 PM PDT by TheMom (This is how horror movies start.)
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