Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Meet up with some of your friends from BN and find out who's going to the show

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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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CheeseHead in Paradise! wrote:
7lords wrote:Anyone know where to get a nametag made? I can't find ours :lol:
You could use Microsoft Paint to create your own. Copy & paste the template below, then add your name. Send me a PM if you need help :)

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Thanks but it was a bit of a joke. I have made over 500 for people on this site and was the first person to make them. Doesn't change the fact that I can't find mine though :lol: I'll have to unpack the laminator.
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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finsupnorth wrote:ATTENTION!!!

I just got a call from Steve at Hemingway's.... They are almost SOLD OUT for Friday night.

He wanted me to post one last time to make sure all BNers get in who want to go. If you are not on the list, please call Hemingway's to be added. He said right now they have 17 tickets left.

If you are on the list already, you should be set. Here is the list I submitted to him:

Candyman and Mrs. Candyman:
CaptainP:
Cheesehead In Paradise:
Drinkinonafakeid:
Finsupnorth and Boozeintheblender + 11 from KC:
Geneva Beach Bum (2)
Glorifindel
Gumbogal
Jkortum +9
Parrotheadkalee
Pojo
RagtopW
Bicycle Bill
Spparkgrls (5)
Cajun
INeverGoAnywhere
Saul Herrera +6
I was thinking of going but then I saw ZINGA on the list :lol:
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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FinnsU.P. wrote:Hey Everyone - My family has spent many summer evenings on our porch that we've wrapped in parrot lights listening to Jimmy's concerts but we've never been able to actually afford to attend one. This spring we gave our son an overnight trip to Alpine & 2 tickets to the concert for his graduation. What a fun gift to give - I wish you could have seen his face while he jumped up & down yelling "We're going to see Jimmy, Mom!" over & over! We're the 2 biggest parrot heads in our family of 6 & we can't believe we're really going. We're driving 6 hours to get there so we want to make the most of this. Tailgating & meeting everyone sounds like fun, but this will probably be the only one we'll ever get to & we want to remember it! We're all about the music & the show this weekend. I haven't been to a concert in almost 30 years (never to Alpine) & my son's never been to one so we're a little lost here. We were only able to afford lawn seats so could someone please tell me how early we need to get in line to get a decent spot? Should we bother with lawn chairs since the hill is so steep? I take it that any water bottles, coolers, etc. we use while waiting in line will need to be returned to the car before we go in? Will we be able to buy food while waiting in line? I'm worried about the parking too since I read the Alpine reviews on LiveNation - also getting crushed in the GA area. Any ideas there? I'm embarrassed to admit that I've hardly done any city driving in a couple of decades so this could be pretty interesting - we're staying in Brookfield. I appreciate any and all help. You all seem like a great bunch of parrotheads. Two and a half days!!!
The gates for the lawn open at 6:00, I think. Unless you mean "get down near the front", there is not any better or worse areas on the lawn. Blankets work better than lawn chairs. No carry ins, but many creative ways to smuggle it in have been created through the years. You will get patted down by security, though.

Parking is fine. It's a field, but there is plenty of room. There will be parties all around you. However...and take this part seriously...DON'T TRY TO LEAVE RIGHT AWAY!!! Alpine is on a 2-lane country highway. It takes a very long time to leave the lot after the show. My approach is to start the party back up! We return to our cars, have some more food, some more drinks, and some more fun. Once the lot is almost empty, you'll have a much less stressful time getting out. Would you rather spend an hour or more in the exit line, just to get back to the hotel a little earlier, or spend 5 minutes in the exit line, and have fun instead?
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by jkortum »

ALPINE???? YET????? [smilie=giggle.gif]
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by HD18JBGuy »

So where and how do you people actually meet up during the Saturday tailgating? I will be arriving by bus with about 15 of my fun friends, but was interested in swining by if you people are going to be partying together.

Any way to identify other BNers?
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by RumLover »

So...from looking at your name I'm guessing your from the U.P.!?
We're coming from Minneapolis but most of us hail from the U.P.. Mqt and Ontanogon to be exact!
I hope you guys have a fantastic time!!!! :D :wench:


FinnsU.P. wrote:Hey Everyone - My family has spent many summer evenings on our porch that we've wrapped in parrot lights listening to Jimmy's concerts but we've never been able to actually afford to attend one. This spring we gave our son an overnight trip to Alpine & 2 tickets to the concert for his graduation. What a fun gift to give - I wish you could have seen his face while he jumped up & down yelling "We're going to see Jimmy, Mom!" over & over! We're the 2 biggest parrot heads in our family of 6 & we can't believe we're really going. We're driving 6 hours to get there so we want to make the most of this. Tailgating & meeting everyone sounds like fun, but this will probably be the only one we'll ever get to & we want to remember it! We're all about the music & the show this weekend. I haven't been to a concert in almost 30 years (never to Alpine) & my son's never been to one so we're a little lost here. We were only able to afford lawn seats so could someone please tell me how early we need to get in line to get a decent spot? Should we bother with lawn chairs since the hill is so steep? I take it that any water bottles, coolers, etc. we use while waiting in line will need to be returned to the car before we go in? Will we be able to buy food while waiting in line? I'm worried about the parking too since I read the Alpine reviews on LiveNation - also getting crushed in the GA area. Any ideas there? I'm embarrassed to admit that I've hardly done any city driving in a couple of decades so this could be pretty interesting - we're staying in Brookfield. I appreciate any and all help. You all seem like a great bunch of parrotheads. Two and a half days!!!
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by INeverGoAnywhere »

7lords wrote:
CheeseHead in Paradise! wrote:
7lords wrote:Anyone know where to get a nametag made? I can't find ours :lol:
You could use Microsoft Paint to create your own. Copy & paste the template below, then add your name. Send me a PM if you need help :)

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Thanks but it was a bit of a joke. I have made over 500 for people on this site and was the first person to make them. Doesn't change the fact that I can't find mine though :lol: I'll have to unpack the laminator.
That's why I kept my name off the list, was looking for yours!!!!!!!
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by finsupnorth »

I am about 1/2 hour away from OPHICIALLY BEING ON VACATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by gumbo gal »

YEAH!! only one more day of work to get through tomorrow before Alpine....

for those who I won't see/meet on Friday night....there's a small group of us BNers that are caravaning to Alpine around noon Saturday. Look for a Green Bay Packers EZup, there will be a tall white PVC pole attached on one corner that will be flying a black and white pirate windsock. And there will be me with a big grin from ear to ear and a beer in each hand :wench: stop and say hi if you get a chance....I've seen lots of new names on the thread this year, would be great to put names and faces together.

only 3 more sleeps to go 'til Alpine!! just seems like yesterday the tour date was announced....oh wait, that was 6 1/2 months ago :lol: :lol: :lol:

and for those of you traveling to our fine state of beer and cheese from warmer climes.....we are in a cooler weather pattern right now that is going to be around at least the next 5 days....make sure you pack something warm to throw over your coconut bra and under your grass skirt!!! the high Sat. will be in the upper 60's and it's going to get down to low 50's at night....brrrr......(sorry....it's the Mom side of me trying to make sure everyone will be comfy :wink: )

safe travels to those setting out tomorrow!
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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finsupnorth wrote:I am about 1/2 hour away from OPHICIALLY BEING ON VACATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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I AM OPHICIALLY.... on vacation!!!!!

just a few more minutes, will put the kids to bed and pop a cold one and listen to the concert :)
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by BrewskiRehab »

Hey guys I have some friends and me that are going to Fin Fest for the weekend during Jimmy in Milwaukee, check out www.finfest.org. One of my friend's friends is running it and I think we are going to stop down at in Friday and take the tailgate saturday. Just an option for anyone looking for something to do and get that tolerance built up for saturday.
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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gumbo gal wrote:and for those of you traveling to our fine state of beer and cheese from warmer climes.....we are in a cooler weather pattern right now that is going to be around at least the next 5 days....make sure you pack something warm to throw over your coconut bra and under your grass skirt!!! the high Sat. will be in the upper 60's and it's going to get down to low 50's at night....brrrr......
You and the other hotties will be forbidden to wear more than three pounds of clothes.
I'll have a private tent set up to weigh your attire. You may wait while I weigh.
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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Wino you know wrote:
gumbo gal wrote:and for those of you traveling to our fine state of beer and cheese from warmer climes.....we are in a cooler weather pattern right now that is going to be around at least the next 5 days....make sure you pack something warm to throw over your coconut bra and under your grass skirt!!! the high Sat. will be in the upper 60's and it's going to get down to low 50's at night....brrrr......
You and the other hotties will be forbidden to wear more than three pounds of clothes.
I'll have a private tent set up to weigh your attire. You may wait while I weigh.
Make sure the other hotties in our group gets the message please.
THREE POUNDS OF CLOTHES-THAT'S IT!
You are being lenient this year....
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by CheeseHead in Paradise! »

So is everyone all packed and pretty much ready to go??? ...I'M NOT :o And it's not like I haven't had six months to get ready for this weekend or anything (tonight! tonight!)

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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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The scramble to prep and set and pack and pre-party has BEGUN!!!

Just one and a half days of work left for me - CANNOT WAIT!
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

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Thanks for your help everyone. We can't wait!!!
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by jacky1313 »

7 more hours of work and I will be on a 3 day weekend. I intend to start getting things ready tonight & Friday. Jello shots, beverages and food to prepare. Pack, clean the SUV, decorate. OH yeah and have a few cold ones in there, in preparation for my liver! :o

I'm staying at the Baymont in Waterford, so if anyone else is hope to meet you there Saturday Morning. I know this has been in the works for 6 month's, but I always love the couple of day's before with all the excitement in the air.

I too am hoping to meet many of you!

FINZ UP!!!! 8)

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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by Frank4 »

I am leaving about 3:00 on Saturday...would love to meet some pholks...any interested PM me and I will send my phone#....
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Re: Who's going to Alpine Valley 8-29-09!!??

Post by kwoodfan1 »

Staying at the Country Inn and Suites...they are having their "Porch Party" tomorrow night. Anyone attend this in the past or plan on attending this year, is it worth our while or should we just head over the Boat Drunks show?
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