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General => Meets, places, trips and reviews => Topic started by: torp on September 29, 2016
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Just to throw it out to anyone who maybe interested in a possible Halloween Family Camp for ideas and thoughts
Davy
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Yeah, I may be able to do something. When/where are you thinking?
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Not sure mate was up for ideas for when/where and I know we both thought Rams Island would be a good location after our last trip there,
but depending on if peeps are willing to pay or not???? for the boat crossing etc.
Davy
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Oh I forgot we'd said about rams, that'd be great if pepole were up for it. If not tho I'm easy. My wife is away on the 29th of October so I have the young ones anyway if that suits?
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Sounds good Stephen but I have just threw it out there to see what the general thought is ( I'd be happy enough meeting up and doing Rams again if no one else is interested) what you think??
Davy
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The island is good to go on the 29th if we want it.
If not we can go somewhere else, suppose it depends if there are any more takers.
I haven't booked anything yet but me and my 3 kids are up for doing something then
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Sounds good mate give it a week or two and see if any one else is up for it, if not I'll do Rams with you.
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That sounds so wrong lol :o
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LMFAO it does :o :o :o
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I'd be up for another wee trip over to Rams again.
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Happy days. Just yourself or the young fella too?
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Just me mate its not Cool 8) to be seen with your dad anymore lol :o
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Haha, luckily I have a while yet until I have to experience that!
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Second time round for me but the rejection gets easier after the first one lmao :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
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At present we are looking at Sat 29th Oct on Rams Island for the Halloween Family Camp.
Can anyone wishing to attend please be aware this involves a short boat trip across the lough at a cost of £10 per person £5 kids
The camp is a short 5min walk from the boat so bring what you want kit wise (within reason no hot-tubs motor-homes etc :-[)
There is also secure parking included with the price. Also be aware that water must be taken with you / filtered from the Lough.
So far we have the following down to go:
Heggs + 3 kids Heggs bro + 3 kids
Torp + Mrs Torp + 2 kids
Glen B
Specimen Yak
Jimzilla + 1 kid
Iva
Poss; Redleader ,
Any one wishing to attend the trip can you please PM me or Heggs ASAP so we can get it booked.
Thanks Torp :D :D
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http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/features/rams-island-lough-neaghs-treasure-29523942.html
Article from the Belfast Tele 2013 which mentions ghost hunters who claim to have identified paranormal activity around the isle's 9th century round tower and general info regarding the island.
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Must bring a ouija board over for the kids then might be a bit of fun :o :o :o :o lol
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Haha, I have a book if ghost stories for kids. Bought specially for the night out. Might bring some nappies for them as well in case they get too scared!!
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( Might bring some nappies for them as well ) you got adult sizes as well lmao :o :o
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Scary biscuits,
Well it is a Halloween camp! I love scary things. I remember I got caught out in a storm and fading light in the hills in South Wales. I hopped over a wall and rolled over to what I thought was a large Boulder and scrambled into my bivibag to avoid the wind and sleet.
When I awoke at first light I found myself lying in an old graveyard,what I thought was a boulder was a tombstone which had subsided and the hollow I was laying in was a second grave which had pushed up and I could clearly see the outline of a coffin and some bones poking through. The morning was calm and it didn't feel right for me to brew up were I was,so I went back over the wall. After my brew I walked around the old grave yard reading the gravestones and found the dates were from the 1700s to 1926. So wot u may ask? wots scary about that? Well nothing except that the tome stone that gave me shelter was a family grave that had the same surname as me. Scary biscuits.
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Was she good looking? Lol.
There's probably people who have woke up to worse after a Saturday night ;D
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Maybe some nite round a camp fire I will tell u a story about an encounter I had in a country lane in south Armagh. Scary biscuits lol.
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Curiosity killed the cat and all that lol get your name down for a camp :D
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That's a really fascinating article. I didn't realise Rams Island had such an interesting history, I'd really love to know more.
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/features/rams-island-lough-neaghs-treasure-29523942.html
Article from the Belfast Tele 2013 which mentions ghost hunters who claim to have identified paranormal activity around the isle's 9th century round tower and general info regarding the island.
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Come on guy's get the names down its an easy hassle free camp.
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Hi folks!
Well we're expecting our second baby in a couple of weeks time so the timing doesn't suit me for this trip, but I hope you all have a really good night!
On the plus side, as I'm not at this camp, it gives me a free pass for the Christmas camp ;D
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Busy times ahead mate, congratulations hope all goes well and good thinking for the Christmas camp lol.
Hi folks!
Well we're expecting our second baby in a couple of weeks time so the timing doesn't suit me for this trip, but I hope you all have a really good night!
On the plus side, as I'm not at this camp, it gives me a free pass for the Christmas camp ;D
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Stick me down as probably. I have a few things on that weekend but hopefully I can shuffle them around. I've never been to Rams Island, it looks awesome.
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No probelms Red ;D
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Hi folks!
Well we're expecting our second baby in a couple of weeks time so the timing doesn't suit me for this trip, but I hope you all have a really good night!
On the plus side, as I'm not at this camp, it gives me a free pass for the Christmas camp ;D
Well Rumblebum was a couple of weeks out on that. He welcomed his new baby daughter into the world today. All dong well. As I pointed out to him, that gives a couple more weeks gap before the Christmas camp ;D
I haven't had the kids at a NI Wild camp in donkeys, so will have to try to get along to one soon. Unfortunately we tend meet up with friends around Halloween so it's not possible to get along to this one. Have a good one folks. Looking forward to the pics.
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Congrats Rumblebum hope mother and baby are doing well ;D
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Congrats Rumblebum, hope she's a sleeper 8)
What time will the boat across be on Saturday? I take it we all need to meet at the same time to all go over at once.
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Congratulations Rumblebum!
What time would you all prefer? 1pm / 2pm? Earlier or later?
Let me know and I'll book it today
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2pm would suite me but I'm happy to go with the general consensus.
Congratulations Rumblebum!
What time would you all prefer? 1pm / 2pm? Earlier or later?
Let me know and I'll book it today
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I was thinking more 1pm so that we have a chance to get set up and maybe have a dander down the island with the kids in daylight, but if 2pm suits no probs for me ;)
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Looks like its to be dry on the 29th & 30th ;D
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I'll prepare for rain then ;D
Michael just texted me back. 2pm suits him best so that's that sorted then.
Roll on the 29th!
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Spot on Stephen see you then mate.
Ps can you post directions for those that have never been
Thanks
Davy
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Do Well, see you guys there.
Please see details below:
£10 per adult
£5 per child
Charge covers camp, parking & boat trip return
Toilets are on the island but get locked up at night time. Bring your own food & water and or filter
PM me or post here if you need any more info
Link to Google maps:
https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/54%C2%B034'47.1%22N+6%C2%B016'06.2%22W/@54.579752,-6.2693019,183m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d54.579752!4d-6.268396
Coordinates: 54°34'47.1"N 6°16'06.2"W (54.579752, -6.268396)
Address:
Sandy Bay Marina
17a Shore Road
Glenavy
BT28 2LQ
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2pm it is then. I'm looking forward to getting back over again it's a cracking wee spot.
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Iva another Poss for trip ;D
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My Bro and his 3 kids are going too
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See if we can book the Stena lol :o Gret news Heggs
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Hahaha, it's about time though that rams is getting the attention that it deserves! :)
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Going to be a great camp mate just seems ages away lol :'(
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Its only a week! You're like a child at Christmas lol ;D
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:o :) ;) :D ;D worse
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A little video of Rams Island from October last year, a gem of a place and hopefully gives folks an idea of what to expect.
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Nice video mate and gives a good feel of the place apart from the GHOSTS lol ;D
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Awesome video SpecimanYak, the pics make it look like a brilliant spot.
Is there any point bringing fishing gear?
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was thinking the same thing Red, I suppose you could just fish of the jetty.
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I saw the jetty in the pics and wondered would it be suitable for fishing. I've not fished very much at all tbh and only sea fishing. Fresh water is a bit of a mystery to me ;D
was thinking the same thing Red, I suppose you could just fish of the jetty.
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Just basicly the same only with finer lines hooks rods reels etc.
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I read that there is Pollan around the island. Wouldn't know how to catch them though!
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Hi, could you provide the location of Rams please? Nooks eh? Lol
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Ram's Island
https://goo.gl/maps/MqRdDgLngyu
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I have myself and 2 boys who would like to go.
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No problem Jim, the more the merrier. Did you read the previous posts about time and cost? Just so you're prepared. It's looking like it's going to be a great turnout!
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Brilliant there's a right squad going now. ;D
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It's Halloween who's bringing the fire works!
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Hey guys do you reckon it could be cool enough on Saturday night to warrant knocking up a pot of NI-WILD signature mulled wine? ;) ;) ;)
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Most definitely,once the temp falls way way down to anything between 15 and 25 degrees you have to get the mulled wine on lol.hic also good starter for campfire singalong hic,
Who's bringing the guitar? Lol have a good time.
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Of course! Sounds good to me Glenn.
I'd love to play the guitar. I was actually thinking about picking up a harmonica sometime, that would be cool around a campfire
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As long as nobody brings a banjo........
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Hey Heggs,
Good to hear your a fellow guitarist, I love a campfire singalong, I started teaching myself guitar bout 20years ago and now know three chords n I've got sloop John b off by heart.
Hic too much mulled wine lol.
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Boron, I think you mis-read mate, definitely too much wine!! I said I'd love to play. Not enough time or patience though. Plus, I would need a guitar lol
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Grrrrrrr.... I can't believe I'm missing this... Again :'(
I totally love the sound of an overnighter on Rams but I'm off gallivanting elsewhere that weekend. I'm defo going to be hassling somebody about arranging another visit when you all get back from this one.
Enjoy everybody. I'm sure it will be excellent.
8)
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Another short video of the island
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So far we have the following down to go:
Heggs + 3 kids Heggs bro + 3 kids
Torp + Mrs Torp + 3 kids
Glen B
Specimen Yak
Jimzilla + 1 kid
Iva
Redleader
Poss;
Any one wishing to attend the trip can you please PM me or Heggs ASAP so we can get it booked.
Thanks Torp :D :D
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I'm defo in. Mulled wine sounds like a top idea, just tell me what to bring or I'm happy ton contribute cold hard ;D
Where exactly do we need to meet and what time is the return on Sunday?
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Fom Heggs page 3
Re: Halloween Family Camp
« Reply #38 on: October 20, 2016 »
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Do Well, see you guys there.
Please see details below:
£10 per adult
£5 per child
Charge covers camp, parking & boat trip return
Toilets are on the island but get locked up at night time. Bring your own food & water and or filter
PM me or post here if you need any more info
Link to Google maps:
https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/54%C2%B034'47.1%22N+6%C2%B016'06.2%22W/@54.579752,-6.2693019,183m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d54.579752!4d-6.268396
Coordinates: 54°34'47.1"N 6°16'06.2"W (54.579752, -6.268396)
Address:
Sandy Bay Marina
17a Shore Road
Glenavy
BT28 2LQ
be there just before 2pm will verify timings for return leg asap ;D
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We now have a total of 19 for the trip to Rams Island :D :D ;D ;D 8) 8) :o :o this is including kids.
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Nice one mate, if you've an auld bottle or red gathering dust throw it in I've already got the rest of the fixings. Hmmmm mulled wine.............
I'm defo in. Mulled wine sounds like a top idea, just tell me what to bring or I'm happy ton contribute cold hard ;D
Where exactly do we need to meet and what time is the return on Sunday?
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Consider it done 8)
Nice one mate, if you've an auld bottle or red gathering dust throw it in I've already got the rest of the fixings. Hmmmm mulled wine.............
I'm defo in. Mulled wine sounds like a top idea, just tell me what to bring or I'm happy ton contribute cold hard ;D
Where exactly do we need to meet and what time is the return on Sunday?
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Return on Sunday tbc tommorow if anyone has a need to get away early please let us know tomorrow at meet up location.
Might have a wee bottle of red handy Glen if needed
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Why do I always seem to pack twice as much as everyone else lol
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Hmmmmmmmmmmm Alcohol comes to mind :-[ & sweeties lol mind you waste of 2 beers
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Well under the stars tonight the first in a long time
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You hammocking?
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No mate bivvy on the deck
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Hi all, how did the camp go? Was gutted I couldn't make it as keen to get out more this year and meet some of the club members.
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Brilliant camp last night folks really enjoyed it, Rams Island certainly delivers, the couple of benches and gazebo sure makes life easy and the big bbq definitely makes it easier for cooking. Was good to get a catch up and to meet a few newer members also. Karma awarded all round ;D
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Couldnt agree more Glen enjoyed the luxury (Shssssss) good to meet some old heads again and also Jim & William, cant wait till the next one ;) ;D, when you're ready lol :-X
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As a first time experience William thoroughly enjoyed himself (he got to play with a knife) you can certainly expect to see us again. Great bunch of people.
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Thats good for him he said this morning that he was enjoying it, glad you did as well Jim and look forward till the next trip together ;)
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The same here - great weekend! I enjoyed every minute of it and the place was perfect! It was pleasure to be around the fire with so many folks. I am glad that the weather was with us.
Thank you all for the sweets, help, lessons and kindness. I am such a lucky person - to find ni-wild
thank you Glenn also for the lift :) I would have never make it by buss.
Looking forward to see you again and an other beautiful piece of NI.
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Apologies to you guys for not mingling more, I'd had a long week with little sleep and did my best just to even stay awake! :)
Me and the girls did actually have a really good time though and you were all lovely people, I can't wait to get another one arranged to get in the mix a bit more.
Until next time...
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Glad the kids enjoyed it mate and good to meet up again, till the the next one ;) ;D
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That was another out-standing night folks, good to see so many attending and enjoying it all. Rams Island is a perfect location.
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No video footage yet mate?
That was another out-standing night folks, good to see so many attending and enjoying it all. Rams Island is a perfect location.
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Good to see everyone had a great time :)
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Great stuff guys, another cracking camp. Rams Island is a brilliant spot. For a relaxing weekend, especially with kids in tow it's perfect, couldn't ask for more. Can't wait to go back. Cheers to everyone for a top time 8)
Here's a few pics
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Great pics RedLeader and Heggs, thanks!
Some pictures more ... https://www.dropbox.com/sh/evshgowam3snjpj/AADHu6CAaQV20rYWYljTjfr4a?dl=0
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Loving the pics & video guys, cheers
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Nice one Red. ;D
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Some nice pics Iva ;D
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Red, could I get my "has now camped with NI-Wild" badge please?
I've been looking forward to that for a while now ;D 8)
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Done 8)
Red, could I get my "has now camped with NI-Wild" badge please?
I've been looking forward to that for a while now ;D 8)
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OMG, you've made my day lol
Cheers ;)
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Everyone loves a promotion lol glad you got your stripes :D :D :
OMG, you've made my day lol
Cheers ;)
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Congrats buddy that,ll blow the wind out of your onsie lol :o ;D ;D
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;D thanks guys, now have to work on getting to Hero poster!
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It's not just as easy got chum there's the initiation involving the three rolls of gaffer tape, the large tub of butter and the yoyo with no string to get through first :o :o :o lol.
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Erm.....I think I'm happy enough where I am lol :o ;D
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Glen what do you use the butter for ????????? :-[
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Fooking PC just sprung a leak about an hour ago but was able to catch it in time thank God :o :o
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Nice to see the photos. Looks like a great time was had by all. Dowser's not alone in having Ram's Island as a target.
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Wonderful photos and vids every-one, here's mine:
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Cracker Dave who's the music by?
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Yeah, well done. I seen it on YouTube before you posted here though ;D
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Brilliant wee vid Yak it was a top camp, but by 2:30 and for the last 3 amigos it was looking a lot more like this lol..
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5491/30559198030_fefb6c64c0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NypSUE)three_stooges (https://flic.kr/p/NypSUE) by Glenn bunting (https://www.flickr.com/photos/135278190@N04/), on Flickr
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I suspect we didn't look that good ::)
Great video Yak.
Brilliant wee vid Yak it was a top camp, but by 2:30 and for the last 3 amigos it was looking a lot more like this lol..
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Thanks guys, that hit the nail on the head Glenn, hahah ;D
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Brilliant wee vid Yak it was a top camp, but by 2:30 and for the last 3 amigos it was looking a lot more like this lol..
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5491/30559198030_fefb6c64c0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NypSUE)three_stooges (https://flic.kr/p/NypSUE) by Glenn bunting (https://www.flickr.com/photos/135278190@N04/), on Flickr
LMAO ;D ;) :)