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Okay, there's still a few days to go until Xmas but that doesn't mean we can't get our plans in motion. The sooner we can announce a date, the more chance that people can arrange the time needed. For anyone who hasn't been before, this will be the fourth time we've had have a full turkey dinner with all the fixin's up in the Mournes. The more complicated stuff is precooked before and then heated on the fire up there, the more straightforward items are all cooked at the dinner. It's been a fantastic success every year, by far the 3 best camps we've ever had. Obviously it's cold in December so wrap up warm and make sure you have suitable gear for the conditions! It's family friendly and guaranteed to be the best camp cooked meal you've ever had 8)
It will be in Annalong Wood again this year on Saturday 7th December. Further details to follow, any suggestions welcome, just post below.
As ever, everyone needs to read and understand the safety and responsibility notice linked here if they want to attend:
http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/forum-news-information-and-help/ni-wild-meets-safety-and-responsibilty/ (http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/forum-news-information-and-help/ni-wild-meets-safety-and-responsibilty/)
It will be cold and possibly wet and snowy. Definitely make sure you have suitable gear and experience for a night out approaching winter. If anyone wants any advice just PM.
Post below or PM to say you are coming and what you want to bring and you'll get added to the list. If you want to being something not on the list then that's fine, just let us know:
Food items required:
| Turkey & Stuffing | Dowser |
| Ham | Redleader |
| Quorn Roast (Vegetarian Option) | SpecimenYak |
| Mashed Potatoes and Champ | Moxy |
| Roast Potatoes | Spud |
| Sweet Potato | Aragorn |
| Chipolatas wrapped in Bacon | whyRya |
| Roast Parsnips | Aragorn |
| Sprouts | Rumblebum |
| Mushy Peas | SpecimenYak |
| Carrots | Glenn B |
| Gravy | Dowser |
| Cranberry Salsa | AnnieAnne |
| Christmas Pudding with Custard and Brandy Sauce | Stepstew |
| Mince Pies and Cream | Fourman |
| Mulled Wine (Number of Bottles) | Rich.h / whoRya / Dr Monkfish / Glenn B |
| Port | Clairebear |
| Single Malt | Big Dod |
| Cheese Board and Biscuits for Cheese | Kayakgirl |
| Raspberry Ruffles | AnnieAnne |
| Christmas Cake Substitute | Oisin and Grace |
Non food items required:
| Christmas Crackers | |
| Christmas decorations | |
| Christmas lights | Landyliam |
AttendeesRedleader + 1
Dowser
Aragorn
Clairebear
Matthew
Spud
Rumblebum
AnnieAnne
Kayakgirl
whoRya
Landyliam
RustyMadra
Fourman + 1
Big Dod
Moxy
SpecimanYak
Phil_b
Glenn B + 1
Stepstew
Grace
Oisin
Mourneman
MaybesDrMonkFish
Wild_camper2013
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Provided my work do (as yet unarranged) is not on that weekend I will be in attendance.
No sweet potato on the list? I could rectify that
i'm on it like a car bonnet, ill bring a bottle of port as it settles the stomach after the feed.
Ill be there.
I'm in, stick me down for the roast potatoes, people seemed to like them last year!
Me + 1. I'll do ham.
I would happily de-lurk myself at this, with a similar proviso as Aragorn that it doesn't class with a yet to be confirmed work do.
I could sort a few bottles of Mulled Wine.
hey, guys put my name down as possible. I won't know guarentee until near the time. I will bring Mince Pies and Cream.
I'm in! Stick me down for the sprouts again, sooner or later il be able to make em taste good!
Il bring a bottle or two of wine along as well.
Heck yea! And if my work dinner is on the same night, then I'll wish them well 8)
Chipolatas and bacon for me again would do fine and a wee bottle of team wine.
Sounds good I'll get the gf to book it off work and both head up. I can knock up a drum of mulled wine easy enough from that list.
Rumblebum try just steaming the prouts for 5 mins then give em a quick fry in garlic butter. It was how I got the gf to eventually eat them.
Whats with these posh chipolatas in bacon??? Isn't xmas normally just pig bigs wrapped in bigger pig bits?
I'm a maybe.. If I'm not heading over to Lapland to work with Santa and his reindeer I will definitely be there.. Will know better over the next few weeks..
ok I've just got the date for my xmas do and karinas so I'm in.
I should do the parsnips in addition to the sweet potato. Ill also see if karina can do a big batch of traybakes for afters aswell.
Dude, you're only married a few weeks and you already have the wife in the kitchen making food for your mates ::) :P
Quote from: Aragorn on September 16, 2013, 10:56:38 AM
ok I've just got the date for my xmas do and karinas so I'm in.
I should do the parsnips in addition to the sweet potato. Ill also see if karina can do a big batch of traybakes for afters aswell.
QuoteDude, you're only married a few weeks and you already have the wife in the kitchen making food for your mates
So where did the rest of us go wrong >:(
Put me down for the Christmas Lights (I'll see if I can improve on last year ;) ) hopefully I'll even get to stay all night again too :)
Yep she's good to me that's for sure lol
She made about 2 kilos of them for last weekend for me, had to lug them up commedagh lol so worth it though :)
Right I'm a definite!
Cheese board, mixed meats for me
Will also bring mulled wine and crackers
I'm in there like swim wear! There's so many people on the forum I've often thought: "wow it'd be good to have a chinwag and a beer with them" .... And so many times I've missed camps for one reason or another. Definately going to make this one
I ll be there (hopefully) +1 ,
Put me down for the mince pies and cream .
But no more talk of turkey till after Halloween :o
Quote from: fourman on September 25, 2013, 11:19:37 PM
I ll be there (hopefully) +1 ,
Put me down for the mince pies and cream .
But no more talk of turkey till after Halloween :o
if im going, I was going to bring the mince pies and cream, but if you want you can and I will bring christmas cake instead.
I have the new improved lighting system in my possession now, could be spectacular ;D , or could be a complete flop :( well its as good as it gets for £13.99 and 2xAA batteries :) (maybe bring last years lights too just in case ;) )
Bringing another two peeps to the camp..
Sweet. The saturday after I get home.
So barring bad weather and grounded choppers I should make this.
I'll bring some xmasy stuff. Xmas Cake, mince pies, a nice single malt if I have time in aberdeen and anything else I can think of.
Looking forward to meeting you all...
Just noticed the part about eating earlier in the day on this and wondered if there was any sort of time frame in mind yet?
Quote from: Big Dod on November 10, 2013, 04:38:54 PM
Sweet. The saturday after I get home.
So barring bad weather and grounded choppers I should make this.
I'll bring some xmasy stuff. Xmas Cake, mince pies, a nice single malt if I have time in aberdeen and anything else I can think of.
Looking forward to meeting you all...
mm single malt.
I'll bring some Laphroaig or Ben Nevis if I have room in my pack.
Quote from: Rich.H on November 13, 2013, 09:05:34 AM
Just noticed the part about eating earlier in the day on this and wondered if there was any sort of time frame in mind yet?
??? Hopefully still after dark for the ambience of the lights and fire.
Quote from: whoRya on November 13, 2013, 11:21:10 AM
Quote from: Rich.H on November 13, 2013, 09:05:34 AM
Just noticed the part about eating earlier in the day on this and wondered if there was any sort of time frame in mind yet?
??? Hopefully still after dark for the ambience of the lights and fire.
The aim is to be eating around 18:30. This gives everybody time to get to the campsite and prepare their offerings for the big feast.
It also allows those that are not planning on camping time to drop in for a bite to eat and get themselves back down the hill at a reasonable hour.
My stomach rumbles every time I log into this thread... Roll on Crimbo :D
Providing I'm ok with regards to work (which I'm sure will be fine) I will be attending the Christmas bash this year. Haven't had a chance to get out with you guys yet so why not make this my first overnighter as an NI-Wilder. Very excited, but not as excited as my wife who will get the tv to herself for a whole evening! ;D
Please put me down for mashed potatoes and champ.
Moxy
Yep work is fine. I'll be there!
Moxy
Good call. I was panicking that no-one had lifted the mash mantle yet :)
Quote from: Moxy on November 18, 2013, 09:26:48 AM
Providing I'm ok with regards to work (which I'm sure will be fine) I will be attending the Christmas bash this year. Haven't had a chance to get out with you guys yet so why not make this my first overnighter as an NI-Wilder. Very excited, but not as excited as my wife who will get the tv to herself for a whole evening! ;D
Please put me down for mashed potatoes and champ.
Moxy
sounds like a great time every year, and I always miss it. Plus sleeping in the woods and xmas dinner are my two favourite things to do- so having them together.... well goes without saying!
Moxy
Put me down for this, i'll bring the mushy peas and a Quorn Roast for any other veggies attending.
Ho Ho Ho,
I've been through the thread and tidied up the list of attendees and the grub that they are bringing (http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/members-only/christmas-dinner-and-camp-2013/msg48253/#msg48253) and it seem we have ourselves a Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings organised.
The only items missing that I can see are as follows:
Carrots
Christmas Pudding with Custard and Brandy Sauce
Christmas Crackers
Christmas Decorations
If anybody would like to claim these then please stick up a post and let it be know.
I must stop coming onto this thread so close to lunchtime... I'm drooling on my laptop here :D
Dowser
Spoke with Anne and she said she will make the ruffles and cranberry salsa
Quote from: Kayakgirl on November 21, 2013, 12:06:21 AM
Spoke with Anne and she said she will make the ruffles and cranberry salsa
Did you have a paddle in your hand when she said yes? ;D
Ooh er!! lol
Going to have to bow out for this one due to work commitments.
Quote from: Rich.H on November 27, 2013, 01:41:54 PM
Going to have to bow out for this one due to work commitments.
Sorry to hear that Rich.H... There'll be plenty more opportunities to get a night out with us. Keep an eye out for the Bullseye Bivvy details which is happening on the 18th January.
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Can anybody lend me a Sleigh and a Reindeer for next Saturday... Looks like we're gonna get a bit of snow!!!
Click Here for Snow Report (http://www.metcheck.com/UK/14days.asp?zipcode=Newcastle,%20Northern%20Ireland&locationID=58066&lat=54.2&lon=-5.9&findtype=)
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I am hoping to get a chance to call in next Saturday though I wont be camping. Afraid to put my name down for bringing food in case I cant make it.
Quote from: phil_b on November 29, 2013, 05:20:06 PM
I am hoping to get a chance to call in next Saturday though I wont be camping. Afraid to put my name down for bringing food in case I cant make it.
I hope you can make it along. No need to worry about putting your name down for a food item... Just make sure you bring that camera of yours to take some official Christmas Dinner shots and we'll set you up a plate of grub in return ;)
The Turkey and Stuffing Stuff is bought and so begins the 4 day defrosting process in my fridge.
I couldn't find any XXXLarge Turkeys so you'll just have to settle for an XXLarge one instead:
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Genius. Am starving now.
Quote from: Dowser on December 02, 2013, 11:04:08 PM
The Turkey and Stuffing Stuff is bought and so begins the 4 day defrosting process in my fridge.
I couldn't find any XXXLarge Turkeys so you'll just have to settle for an XXLarge one instead:
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Looking forward to it, although I'm hoping I shake this man flu off before the weekend.
Aye go on then me +1 and stick me down for a mountain of roast carrots and a few bottles of wine for mulling purposes. I noticed on a few previous posts mention of mulled wine would it be a good idea to bring a large pot I could sort this or is there someone who already does this as I wouldn't want to cart up a big pot if it wasn't needed. ;D ;D
Quote from: Glenn B on December 03, 2013, 04:22:29 PM
Aye go on then me +1 and stick me down for a mountain of roast carrots and a few bottles of wine for mulling purposes. I noticed on a few previous posts mention of mulled wine would it be a good idea to bring a large pot I could sort this or is there someone who already does this as I wouldn't want to cart up a big pot if it wasn't needed. ;D ;D
I knew there would be no way you could resist once you saw the Turkey and Stuffing Stuff in that trolley!!! It'll be great to have you along.
If your bringing a a few bottles for Mulled Wine then co-ordinate with Rich.h, whoRya and Dr Monkfish with regards to a big pot. As you say... no point in there being 4 big pots on the hill :o
Finally going to get to the christmas camp this year. See you all there!
Yay!!!
sorry guys I can't make it. :(
If it's not too late, could I add Grace and myself to the list?
Christmas cake is a bit over student budget, but I'll bring a substitute none the less.
Quote from: Oisín on December 05, 2013, 11:53:03 AM
If it's not too late, could I add Grace and myself to the list?
Christmas cake is a bit over student budget, but I'll bring a substitute none the less.
Never too late Dude and Dudette, I'll add you both to the list. I feel your pain with regards to budget. Can't wait to see what a Christmas Cake substitute will be ;)
Custard cremes and a tin of beans
Quote from: Aragorn on December 05, 2013, 12:21:32 PM
Custard cremes and a tin of beans
Keep the beans away from Rumblebum!
Lest he live up to his name.
The hammocks be swaying come saturday night
I'm more concerned that he'd use them as an incendiary device again!
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Quote from: whoRya on December 05, 2013, 01:06:40 PM
I'm more concerned that he'd use them as an incendiary device again!
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Il do it again if your not careful ;)
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gy0HGvCa978
Brilliant "are you sure it will sustain a flame" ;D ;D
Quote from: Glenn B on December 05, 2013, 02:28:13 PM
Brilliant "are you sure it will sustain a flame" ;D ;D
good old vodka margarine, lol ;D
Fantastic show, go on I bet your bustin to put clip up of their camping trip. Ha ha ha
Great stuff guys, more the merrier. A few last thoughts:
- Looks like around 25 people coming, we're only missing Christmas Cake and Crackers if anyone fancies claiming.
- The weather looks changeable, might be dry, wet and/or windy so come prepared for anything! Anyone who has a spare tarp might want to throw it in with a few pegs and guylines in case we do see a drop of rain and if needs be we can throw up a makeshift shelter.
- We're aiming to server food at 7pm so get yourself up there in plenty of time to get your grub prepared.
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My friends Aidan and Mya are going and are bringing crackers
I had hoped to call in for a couple of hours and meet a few people for the first time but its not going to happen now im afraid. Hope everyone has a good night.
I'm bringing the kettle so bring a spare cup for a brew!
It's a HAMATHON!
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Yum!!
I've just purchased an assortment of cheese and meats.. And a big box of cheese biscuits.. Bring on the festivities!
Looking forward to tomorrow night its gonna be a cracker see you all there... ;) ;)
Quote from: Glenn B on December 06, 2013, 10:41:26 PM
Looking forward to tomorrow night its gonna be a cracker see you all there... ;) ;)
"A cracker" I see what you did there!
I do love a tasty bird... and here she is:
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Things got a bit hectic here tonight, and I only got tucking Tara the Turkey into the oven half an hour ago!!!
Time for a Scotch and Red Bull and a bit of National Lapoon's Christmas Vacation on the telly box... It's gonna be a long night :-[
Haha you aren't the only one dowser! I'm just putting another batch of roasties in now!! What channel is nation lampoons on? Love that movie!
Tara's a cracking looking bird btw!!
Quote from: Spud on December 07, 2013, 12:34:33 AM
Haha you aren't the only one dowser! I'm just putting another batch of roasties in now!! What channel is nation lampoons on? Love that movie!
It was a sneaky download specially for the occasion... Sorry Dude, looks like your stuck with Scrubs :D
Quote from: Dowser on December 07, 2013, 12:38:27 AM
Quote from: Spud on December 07, 2013, 12:34:33 AM
Haha you aren't the only one dowser! I'm just putting another batch of roasties in now!! What channel is nation lampoons on? Love that movie!
It was a sneaky download specially for the occasion... Sorry Dude, looks like your stuck with Scrubs :D
;D ;D
2:19am - Half Way There ::)
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Here that bird has a cracking set of legs on her.
Looks cracking mate, can't wait.
Quote from: Dowser on December 07, 2013, 02:19:39 AM
2:19am - Half Way There ::)
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Folks, I'm sorry but I'm gonna have to pull out of this one. :(
I've got some sort of Gastric bug and it's wrecked me the past few days.
I've now got a fridge full of Brussels sprouts ::)
Anyway hope you all have a great night, plenty of food and drink, and il look forward to the photos.
RB ;)
Awk no.. Sorry to hear that.. Will miss your sprouts and you this year..
Quote from: Rumblebum on December 07, 2013, 11:26:16 AM
Folks, I'm sorry but I'm gonna have to pull out of this one. :(
I've got some sort of Gastric bug and it's wrecked me the past few days.
I've now got a fridge full of Brussels sprouts ::)
Anyway hope you all have a great night, plenty of food and drink, and il look forward to the photos.
RB ;)
Awwww Nooooo!!! Rumblebums got a Rumbly Bum. Sorry to hear that dude!!! Hope it settles soon.
Anybody fancy picking up a couple of bags of sprouts or a Whoopee Cushion??? Christmas dinner just isn't Christmas Dinner without the the side effects of the infamous sprouts :D
Quote from: Rumblebum on December 07, 2013, 11:26:16 AM
Folks, I'm sorry but I'm gonna have to pull out of this one. :(
I've got some sort of Gastric bug and it's wrecked me the past few days.
I've now got a fridge full of Brussels sprouts ::)
Anyway hope you all have a great night, plenty of food and drink, and il look forward to the photos.
RB ;)
Shit one mate, was looking forward to those sprouts too!
Sorry to hear that mate, hope you're feeling better soon. Luckily I hate sprouts, lucky no-one bringing any meat is sick :P
Quote from: Rumblebum on December 07, 2013, 11:26:16 AM
Folks, I'm sorry but I'm gonna have to pull out of this one. :(
I've got some sort of Gastric bug and it's wrecked me the past few days.
I've now got a fridge full of Brussels sprouts ::)
Anyway hope you all have a great night, plenty of food and drink, and il look forward to the photos.
RB ;)
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uM8lFtzrWfU
Cheers guys (and gals).
Can you keep an eye on Whorya for me, he's pretty hopeless in the outdoors without me. ;D
I'll pick up a couple of bags of sprouts and a packet of streaky on the way down, unless anybody else wants to claim them.
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Cheese board, meats and biscuits
Cracking camp last night guys, thanks to everyone who brought goodies. The peanut butter chocolate things were the bees knees. Only took one picture, too busy eating. Looking forward to the bullseye bivvi/tent. And hopefully getting the ni wild bikers on it for a run out. :D
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Great night, enjoyed myself immensely, dinner was awesome!
That was a fantastic night round the campfire, good to meet up with everyone and the spread of food was delicious (that baileys cake was awesome), had a blast. :)
Merry Blummin' Christmas NI-Wilders!!!
Well done everybody for the huge huge effort put in to all the food preparation last night. It was an amazing feast and everything was very very tasty... Even the Brussel Sprouts went down a treat :D
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Looks like youse all had a great time folks, well done as there was a look of effort put in.
Next year I'm there!
Another amazing camp, and once again everyone (except me ;D ) outdid themselves preparing an amazing feast, well done, especially to Andy, who not only made the massive turkey, but also became my waiter for the night (maybe he thought I had a stash of reserve alcohol supply for later ::) )
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start of the long walk to camp
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same light as last year, but not as bright as i was also using the same battery as last year :( but there was the addition of the disco ball :)
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I'm ready for my scrum now Andy
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and some people think wild camping is roughing it ;D
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and some flaming christmas pud and brandy sauce for dessert
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i even ate the design off the plate
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time to relax by the roaring fire
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just standing round chewing the fat
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and then the peach snappes gets passed around
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then people start going a little weird
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A midnight arrival from Oisin and crew
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a guest appearance from the real santa !
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time for bed with myyyy precioussssss
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the morning after zombies
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all packed up and ready to go home, got some strange looks from the ramblers ;D
Looks like it was a great night, next year, next year........
That baileys cake was unbelievable
Top top night. Great input from everyone and a real feast for the tastebuds. Nice to meet a few folks for the first time and see oul faces again.
Thanks for sharing the photos, still can't believe a few nutters were sitting about in t-shirts ;D
That was a top night in the woods around the campfire. It was my first time up with everyone and was made to feel more than welcome but maybe they just wanted my mashed potatoes! lol Really couldn't of asked for better weather, better food or better company. It was as the missus would say 'Totes Amaze!'. Looking forward to getting out with people again soon, oh and just to repeat what others have said- that Baileys cake was awesome!!!!!
Moxy
Now, I know that as i am a much loved and respected member of the NI Wild community, a large piece of this famous Baileys cake has been set aside for me, so that when i am up and feeling right as rain again, il be able to collect my generous portion and can consume it at my own leisure.
Im right in saying this arnt I?
Where do i get my cake?
Would anyone like to buy some sprouts?
:)
Mate I took a punt and thought since you couldn't be there then it would mean a lot to you to know that I would enjoy your bit. And I did! Thanks mate you're a top lad 8)
An absolutely fantastic night around the fire, well deserved back slapping all round the time and effort everyone put in with all the food and drink certainly paid off, from our mulled wine and mixed meats starter into a Christmas diner with all the trimmings followed up with pud and brandy sauce all washed down with a couple of very large tots of port and too many more wee extras to mention oh and that cake lol, all came together along with great company and a chance to meet some wilders I had yet to put the faces to names made it in my book a first class night well done everyone.
Ps its still 2 weeks to Christmas do you think we could have a another go.. ;D
Glenn+Tom.
A few pics of the festivities.
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Each year it gets better .
Yet again we where lucky with the weather .
It all kicks off the xmas season nicely , as soon as you
get that first glass of mulled wine right down to squeezing in
that last mince pie .
Well done to everyone the cooking went like clockwork
and twentyfive plus people fed and watered a four course
dinner round an open fire never fails to amaze me.
All the extras , especially the tasty treats supplied by our new
members just completed the festive feast.
Cheers, and merry xmas :-))
I'd like to thank you all for the effort you put in. I'm grateful for the food and company, both were excellent.
Mother Nature even lent a hand with the weather, what more could you ask for. Lovely seeing you all again, even if it was a late arrival.
Thanks for having us.
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Hey Guys,
Just wondering if there's any thoughts to dates of when our annual Christmas dinner/camp will be this year..
Sometime round December? (Rolls about laughing at this cack joke! Lol)
How about a wee Halloween camp first ?
Quote from: Kayakgirl on October 13, 2014, 09:25:28 PM
Hey Guys,
Just wondering if there's any thoughts to dates of when our annual Christmas dinner/camp will be this year..
There's always one, do you work for Tesco's early bird department?
I've been given dates already for staff Christmas parties, so wanted to make sure I've penciled in an NI Wild one..
Whoever gave you those dates should be strung up, it's against the law to talk about xmas stuff before November.
I know, I know!! But some folk like to be organised!!
Quote from: fourman on October 14, 2014, 08:02:43 AM
How about a wee Halloween camp first ?
We have been talking about organising a wee Halloween Camp hopefully on Halloween weekend itself. It's been a busy few months for me but things should be a bit calmer once I get this week over me.
We'll get a post up at the start of next week and we can try and get a spooky overnighter arranged.
same here, I need to know the date of the christmas camp too. so I can give notice to my work .they need at least 5 weeks in the advanced notice to book the holiday.
But because its near christmas, might need to book it even earlier. so If you have any thoughts of a date please let me know asap.
I would also appreciate it, if this years christmas camp be at donard spot. make it fair this year for the people that don't drive. It also would be a bit of a change instead of annalong every year. It's been annalong for the past two christmas camps & halloween camps. this year halloween camp is at annalong, change of scenery at donard forest this year at christmas camp. its suitable for all.
13th December I think there's going to be a group camping at our usual spot in Donard wood.