WWF Get together - Australia Day Weekend 2015 - Jerilderie

[DaveTTC]

G'day all,

This is terribly short notice as so much has been going on in my life of late but ....

It's finally posted ... the next Australia Day Get Together.

Cost-Your time
Where- My Place, JERILDERIE
When-24, 25 & 26 Jan 2014
Why-Have some fun, chat, swap, sell, show and do some wood/metal work
Food-Last year the BBQ went non stop, there was cereal for breakfast. Most threw in a little something and there was plenty to go around.

Last year we had a great time, it was nice and casual and family friendly. Bring your kids and partner if you like.
Some stayed at my place, some came for a day and some stayed at a motel etc.

There are at least two rooms up for grabs and possibly a caravan with a twin and two singles.

I would like to think that some may like to bring a project to share or work on while here. You are welcome to bring some tools or a lathe etc.

The following link for accommodation. If you want any specific recommendations just let me know.

http://www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au/visiting-jerilderie/where-to-stay.aspx

Dave the turning cowboy

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[crowie]

Thank you Dave.... need to confirm a few things but really want to get there this year...cheers, Peter

[DaveTTC]

Be great to see you. Hope you can make it.

Hermit might come subject to getting a lift.

So we have

Trevor aka repliconics as a definite and two maybe three others. Good start


Dave

The Turning Cowboy

[Repliconics]

Really looking forward to it Cowboy!
I'll be there with the Indian. :2tsup:
Be great to catch up with the Finley boys as well!

Cheers mate
Trev.

[doug3030]

Will do my best to get there Dave, but my back is a real issue at the moment.

Right now I am not real mobile but I may be ok by Australia Day. I was in a lift at work last week that dropped a floor, causing me great pain from the sudden stop. So far it doesn't seem to be getting any better.

See you if I make it

Doug

[rwbuild]

Count me in, bringing the caravan with me, waiting on Crowie to confirm if he's coming with me

[crowie]

Count me in, bringing the caravan with me, waiting on Crowie to confirm if he's coming with me
Thank you again Ray.... I hope you got my email about the weekend... Peter

[doug3030]

Will do my best to get there Dave, but my back is a real issue at the moment.

Right now I am not real mobile but I may be ok by Australia Day. I was in a lift at work last week that dropped a floor, causing me great pain from the sudden stop. So far it doesn't seem to be getting any better.

See you if I make it

Doug

Well, apparently, if I am well enough to travel my presence will be required somewhere else.

Apparently someone I hardly know is getting married that weekend.

I hope the weekend is a great success for Dave and all those who can attend

Cheers

Doug

[DaveTTC]

Trev, cant wait ... yes I should have added to the list some ring-ins. Cag and Geof are on the forum and will be here no doubt as they are also from my 'local' wood turning club. There could be a few other locals to add to the list too.

Doug. I feel your pain. I did my back in Adelaide a few weeks ago. Twisted while lifting a lathe into the hatch back. Ouch. Almost recovered now. Hope you have a speedy recovery and make it over.


Dave the turning cowboy

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[DaveTTC]

Oh a few more replies since I started typing that at about 4.

Doug, you'll be missed. It goes for three days ;)

Ray .... You parking here, at the park or free camping at the beach

Peter ... Hope that mail is a yes you are coming.

I'm gonna have to start cleaning the place up. I think that's why Raechell loves me having these do's. It makes me sort things. That will have some of you wondering when you get here lol. You'll be thinking 'man how bad was it before'


Dave the turning cowboy

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[doug3030]

Doug, you'll be missed. It goes for three days ;)

Trouble is the wedding is in Hobart so I doubt I will have time to head up even for a day trip :no:

Its someone the girlfriend worked with in Darwin and I hardly know. Facebook should be taken offline for $h!t like this.

Cheers

Doug

[Repliconics]

I'm gonna have to start cleaning the place up. I think that's why Raechell loves me having these do's. It makes me sort things. That will have some of you wondering when you get here lol. You'll be thinking 'man how bad was it before'

Dave the turning cowboy

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Hey no fair cleaning up the useful box! :~
There's gem's everywhere in amongst that lot! :C

[jhovel]

I would have loved to come up again! I really enjoyed this year's meeting. However I'll be overseas from January 22 next year. I wish you all a great weekend and lots of fun and tall stories!
I look forward to the write ups and photos and will participate vicariously from a distance.

[rwbuild]

Ray .... You parking here, at the park or free camping at the beach

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I was going to pm you and ask what is available there and costs, never been in that neck of the woods so don't have a clue

[fubar]

Free camping at the beach??? Middle of NSW?rather large hike from Batemans

[CAG]

Free camping at the beach??? Middle of NSW?rather large hike from Batemans


Middle of NSW? St Kilda beach is a lot closer than Batemans Bay. Dave's is about 3 1/2 hours drive from Melbourne; a lot closer than the NSW coast, the Blue Mountains and, obviously, Sydney.

Dave, of course I'll be there. Don't know which day(s) yet.

Trevor, the useful box will be centrally located for easy access to potential Brougham (spelling?) parts, not strewn across the yard, on the verandahs, in the hallways, in the shed, in the street, in the museum....

[Repliconics]

Middle of NSW? St Kilda beach is a lot closer than Batemans Bay. Dave's is about 3 1/2 hours drive from Melbourne; a lot closer than the NSW coast, the Blue Mountains and, obviously, Sydney.

Dave, of course I'll be there. Don't know which day(s) yet.

Trevor, the useful box will be centrally located for easy access to potential Brougham (spelling?) parts, not strewn across the yard, on the verandahs, in the hallways, in the shed, in the street, in the museum....

Come on Cag get to the point.
Where Country "Life's A Beach" :2tsup:

And it's Brough my dear fellow "Brough Superior" I don't know honestly Teacher's ! :;

It will be great to see you mate.
Really looking forward to it.
Have a great Christmas.

Trev.

[DaveTTC]

I was going to pm you and ask what is available there and costs, never been in that neck of the woods so don't have a clue
I have updated the first post with a link to various places. You are welcome to camp in the driveway. Not sure how much hot water there will be depending on how many stay. SO far I have never run out so should be fine.
If you want free camping in the creek I can tell you where that is ... walking distance from my place



Free camping at the beach??? Middle of NSW?rather large hike from Batemans
Your welcome to hike as far as you like fubar ;)





Dave, of course I'll be there. Don't know which day(s) yet.

Trevor, the useful box will be centrally located for easy access to potential Brougham (spelling?) parts, not strewn across the yard, on the verandahs, in the hallways, in the shed, in the street, in the museum....

Good thing CAG, would have been hard to explain your absence lol





Dave the turning cowboy

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[CAG]

Good thing CAG, would have been hard to explain your absence lol

How so?

As you well know, I'm often missing in action. I thought most people who know me would be used to it by now.

Of course, I WON'T sleep through the whole 3 days of the GTG so I'll be there. :sleep3:

[DaveTTC]

OK guys putting together a menu .... something like this

SATURDAY
BreakfastCereal
LunchSandwiches
TeaBBQ

SUNDAY
BreakfastCereal
LunchHamburgers
TeaLasagne

MONDAY
BreakfastCereal
LunchBBQ

Tea & Coffee will be available as will a variety of soft drinks, water and juice.

There will be no charge for food and drink but should you feel inclined to make a donation there will be a discreet tin for such.

If you can let me know as we get closer the time what day / days you will be there I can make sure there is plenty of food. If you have special dietary needs I will try to accommodate that too



Dave the turning cowboy

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[CAG]

If you have special dietary needs I will try to accommodate that too

I require lobster, sturgeon caviar and juice - or just choose one of them.

Still unsure of which days and how many mouths.

Oh, and make sure the discreet tin is not required for Trevor's next build!

[DaveTTC]

I require lobster, sturgeon caviar and juice - or just choose one of them.

Still unsure of which days and how many mouths.

Oh, and make sure the discreet tin is not required for Trevor's next build!

There's always got to be one lol

I'll get the kids to drop a pot I. The lake and drag a net through the weeds and see if we can get some fresh cray and fish eggs

Come as many days as you like with as many as you like


Dave

The Turning Cowboy

[DaveTTC]

Pavlova has been added to the menu.


For those coming if you happen to have a favourite folding chair or the like that you would like to bring that may be of benefit too


Dave the turning cowboy

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[DaveTTC]

calling all woodworkers ... and metal workers.


Dave the turning cowboy

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[Treecycle]

I would love to be there and meet up with everyone, but I have my brother's 70th birthday party on Saturday night. I haven't been to Jerilderie for about 35 years. One of our better footballers came from there many years ago (Billy Brownless)
I hope we get to see lots of photos posted just to make me more envious. :C

[DaveTTC]

The pics should be flowing. You will be missed. If your still sober Sunday ... ;)


Dave the turning cowboy

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[crowie]

I would love to be there and meet up with everyone, but I have my brother's 70th birthday party on Saturday night. I haven't been to Jerilderie for about 35 years. One of our better footballers came from there many years ago (Billy Brownless)
I hope we get to see lots of photos posted just to make me more envious. :C

Dallas, You could just sneak away on Sunday with your brother for a quick drive and the stay away overnight??:wink:...

[DaveTTC]

There's still an empty van going with four beds


Dave the turning cowboy

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[CAG]

four (lathe) beds...






...sorry...had to...couldn't help it...



Come on guys. Time for everyone to come out of the woodwork (bad pun, not initially intended) and indicate their intentions to Dave. It was a great, relaxed time last year.

Melbourne forumites; you're (at most) only 4 hours away and it is such an easy drive, mostly at 110km/h once past Kalkallo. We country folk do that standing on our heads, well, not whilst driving. Welcome all to the Riverina!

[doug3030]

We country folk do that standing on our heads, well, not whilst driving.

Just as well you country folk don't stand on your heads when you are driving, you would ruin your hats. :D

Cheers

Doug

[DaveTTC]

Just as well you country folk don't stand on your heads when you are driving, you would ruin your hats. :D

Cheers

Doug
Not just that. Its hard to see cause the cusion gives on the seat and folds the mighty akubra brim flat across your eyes

Dave TTC
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[doug3030]

Not just that. Its hard to see cause the cusion gives on the seat and folds the mighty akubra brim flat across your eyes

Thanks Dave, that explains a lot! :D

Sorry I can't come to the get-together as previously explained but I hope those who do have a great time

Cheers

Doug

[CAG]

Just as well you country folk don't stand on your heads when you are driving, you would ruin your hats. :D

Cheers

Doug

I wear many hats...but none have ties that go around the chin...so I don't tend to wear them upside down :clown:

[doug3030]

I wear many hats...but none have ties that go around the chin...so I don't tend to wear them upside down :clown:

I thought they might be a friction fit, kind of like a jam chuck :D

Cheers

Doug

[DaveTTC]

I don't like to chuck my jam anywhere except down the hatch.

As for hats .... They really do stay on. I've dived out of trees into the creek, off a diving board into a pool and kept it on through the ordeal. The rim does get a bit droopy but


Dave the turning cowboy

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[FenceFurniture]

Can't get there this time Dave - Lola is going in for foot surgery on Friday. Hope it all goes well.

Cheers
Brett

[Repliconics]

Can't get there this time Dave - Lola is going in for foot surgery on Friday. Hope it all goes well.

Cheers
Brett

Bother on both counts!.
I'll miss not catching up with you two mate.
And please tell that beautiful lady of yours that we're thinking of her!.
But I'm sure she'll be tripping the light fantastic in no time!. :2tsup:

Cheers
Trev.

[DaveTTC]

We'll miss you and Lola, hope all is going well for you guys and her op goes well


Dave the turning cowboy

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[DaveTTC]

Springwater 'may' be coming and if he does hopes to do a Ned head from a section of stump.

I plan to set up at least three lathes for anyone who wants to have a go and maybe set a challenge or two. If anyone has some tools in need of new handles good chance for a new handle. If you have an old ferrule or some spares that may come in handy.


Dave the turning cowboy

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[DaveTTC]

Those who are coming so far are

Repliconics
RWBuild
Crowie
NZCarver ?
&
Julie
Springwater
Cag
Geoff
Possibly 3 locals
3 more from my wood turning club
Hermit???
Plus me and my family of 5 others

Dave TTC
Turning Wood Into Art

[crowie]

Those who are coming so far are

Repliconics
RWBuild
Crowie
NZCarver ?
&
Julie
Springwater
Cag
Geoff
Possibly 3 locals
3 more from my wood turning club
Hermit???
Plus me and my family of 5 others

Dave TTC
Turning Wood Into Art

Gee Dave, I thought there was a heap more bods coming......maybe it's not too late.....a couple of pointer threads in other sub-sections on the forum?? Anyways, see you Saturday...I may even get a ride or at seat on the Indian.....Cheers, .crowie

[DaveTTC]

Gee Dave, I thought there was a heap more bods coming......maybe it's not too late.....a couple of pointer threads in other sub-sections on the forum?? Anyways, see you Saturday...I may even get a ride or at seat on the Indian.....Cheers, .crowie
If you would like to do some pointer threads for me that woukd be great. On my way back home from Adelaide

Dave TTC
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[crowie]

If you would like to do some pointer threads for me that would be great.
On my way back home from Adelaide

Dave TTC
Turning Wood Into Art

I've done three Dave, so lets hope a few late comers will be there to enjoy the weekend too....Cheers, Peter

http://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=191825&p=1837943#post1837943

http://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=191826&p=1837944#post1837944

http://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=191827&p=1837945#post1837945

[DaveTTC]

Thanks crowie, appreciate it

Dave TTC
Turning Wood Into Art

[Uncle Al]

Hi Dave
Can I add my name to the list? I will be there Sunday and Monday.
It is only 634 k from my place via a friends place at Cootamundra to Jerilderie.
I will be just me, and I will probably stay in the caravan park, but will confirm this tomorrow.
No fancy diet requirements apart from the lobster that was mentioned earlier.

Looking forward to doing a lap or two of your backyard on the Indian, I will bring my leather jacket and helmet just in case the brakes are a bit dodgy, assuming you don't break the kick start lever before it is my turn.:D

Looking forward to a great couple of days.

Alan...

[DaveTTC]

Very good Alan ... consider yourself added.


There is a caravan in the Drive still that is not being used.

I think Trev is staying at the budget hotel at the other end of town from the caravan park. The cheapest in town besides the Jerilderie Hotel I believe is the Greenview Motel which is attached to the Servo across the road from the golf course at the caravan park end of town.

No air con in the van other a fan and windows but we were away on it a few days ago and it was ok.

Will you be here in time for breakfast Sunday?


Dave the turning cowboy

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[CAG]

Dave,

I'm hoping to be there at Saturday lunchtime for some turning and the arrival of a certain motorcycle, and most of Sunday. I asked Wendy and she's not keen but young Sophie reckons she'll tag along Saturday.

Brett, I'm sorry to read of Lola's op. I was hoping to catch up with the two of you again. Best wishes.

Craig

[pawoods]

Yes Dave seeing I am just down the road I shall be there Saturday & staying Saturday night in the caravan park.Cheers peter

[DaveTTC]

Just confirmed with Peter on the phone, he will be there with his partner.

I think everyone has my contact details and address now. If anyone else is passing through for the day or the weekend and wants my contact details just say so here on the thread or PM

So far we have 7 staying on site 3 in paid accommodation and few locals and some from neighbouring towns.

Showers might be fun lol, good thing we have a big hot water service.


Dave the turning cowboy

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[Uncle Al]

Very good Alan ... consider yourself added.


There is a caravan in the Drive still that is not being used.

I think Trev is staying at the budget hotel at the other end of town from the caravan park. The cheapest in town besides the Jerilderie Hotel I believe is the Greenview Motel which is attached to the Servo across the road from the golf course at the caravan park end of town.

No air con in the van other a fan and windows but we were away on it a few days ago and it was ok.

Will you be here in time for breakfast Sunday?



All organised with Dave via phone, I will be getting there late on Saturday.

Alan...

[crowie]

G'day Dave, I emailed Lili & David who I remembered just yesterday were in Deniliquin and they have emailed me back to say they'll drop over on the weekend... I gave the the WWF Thread info plus your number.. Cheers, Peter

[springwater]

Gathered most of the weapons I'll need :? thinking I may need help from the turners but doubting they'll want to blunt a keen edge on a log endgrain or whether we'll have a lathe to handle beefy log, there's always plan B!? Traveling plan is to go through Melbourne's burbs before sunrise Saturday morning and on to an expected openish road, a couple of stops to water the horses, say hello to good ol' Murray and on to Jerilderie to see what happens. Still have room for one more passenger if they dare :U

[Repliconics]

Hey Cowboy,
I haven't got one but I was just wondering if anyone who's going on the weekend might have one of those porta shades!
If we set one up on that beautiful manicured back lawn of yours, we could leave the Indian out.
Just a thought.

Cheers mate
Trev.

[DaveTTC]

G'day Dave, I emailed Lili & David who I remembered just yesterday were in Deniliquin and they have emailed me back to say they'll drop over on the weekend... I gave the the WWF Thread info plus your number.. Cheers, Peter

Thanks Crowie ... looks like we are getting a few more in the 11th hour


Dave the turning cowboy

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[DaveTTC]

Hey Cowboy,
I haven't got one but I was just wondering if anyone who's going on the weekend might have one of those porta shades!
If we set one up on that beautiful manicured back lawn of yours, we could leave the Indian out.
Just a thought.

Cheers mate
Trev.

I have a 6m x 3 m carport thing which I was going to use to sit under .... sure we can make some room but if someone happens to bring some more shade all the better.


Dave the turning cowboy

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[DaveTTC]

Gathered most of the weapons I'll need :? thinking I may need help from the turners but doubting they'll want to blunt a keen edge on a log endgrain or whether we'll have a lathe to handle beefy log, there's always plan B!? Traveling plan is to go through Melbourne's burbs before sunrise Saturday morning and on to an expected openish road, a couple of stops to water the horses, say hello to good ol' Murray and on to Jerilderie to see what happens. Still have room for one more passenger if they dare :U

I should have done a multi quote ... who knows Crowie might fix this for me.

I have a lathe that would handle a lot but no motor ... ok I lie, I have a motor but not 3 phase..

I have another lathe I could drag out ... that has a big swing ... ok fellas we could have 4 lathes for the day but might need to chase up my motor for the fourth, leant it to another bloke


Dave the turning cowboy

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[Uncle Al]

Hey Cowboy,
I haven't got one but I was just wondering if anyone who's going on the weekend might have one of those porta shades!
If we set one up on that beautiful manicured back lawn of yours, we could leave the Indian out.
Just a thought.

Cheers mate
Trev.

Trev / Dave
I will bring a 2.7 mtr square shade shelter thing my wife uses at craft fairs etc. Might need a couple of tent pegs if it gets breezy.

Alan...

[DaveTTC]

Thanks uncle Al

Dave TTC
Turning Wood Into Art

[crowie]

Dave, Should we be bring a seat and have a chat chair for until the shade?? Peter

[DaveTTC]

Yes if you have a chair you like and a favourite mug / cup you can bring that too. Plenty of cups here not as many chairs but I have planks ;)


Dave the turning cowboy

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[DaveTTC]

My ipad is full and no internet conection for a pc that i never use anyway so down to my phone.

It is slow so bare with me as i load sone pics from yesterday

We have sprinwater shaping out a kelly helmet





Dave TTC
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[DaveTTC]

Seems to only let one pic at a time



Dave TTC
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[Treecycle]

Just keeping us in suspense hey?:roll:

[Pat]

Just keeping us in suspense hey?:roll:

or Suspenders :;

[CAG]

Day 1 is done. Here's some of my photos.

Trevor's (Repliconics) Indian motorbike was eagerly anticipated; absolutely stunning. Dave's niece and my daughter give some indication of scale.

The other Craig in attendance (Springwater) began creating Ned Kelly's helmet. He started with a hand saw and then someone thought they saw an old chainsaw in Dave's useful box and Gordon from the motel down the road drove back to get his too (it helps when chainsaws have petrol in them and the chains on the right way around guys!) An Arbortech was then used. I then saw a hatchet whacking away.

Trevor then attempted turning some timber for the first time. As Dave said above, we're turning him to the dark side, muahaha.

Dave's son Tom was inspired by the bike and made a model of his own.

Forum members and non-members alike enjoyed the lunch and bbq dinner. Crowie and rwbuild were stuck on the road still and had to be assisted by NRMA and then Dave and Trevor drove out to meet them.

A most enjoyable day. I intended to be there for 4 hours, which quickly became 8.

Photo 1: Trevor (Repliconics), Craig (Springwater) and I'm sorry but I've forgotten the next fella's name (prospective member?)
Photo 6: Trevor, Geoff (Geof Ford) skewered by the clothesline, Julie and , Dave (DaveTTC) in his cowboy hat.
Photo 10: Trevor and Pawoods (Peter)

[CAG]

Hey Chesand,

I see you're viewing this thread. Even your name came up in conversation yesterday.

[Chesand]

Hey Chesand,

I see you're viewing this thread. Even your name came up in conversation yesterday.

I wondered why my ears were burning. :D

[Keith_1]

Like the photos, thanks. Wish I was there. Will be next year if it's on !

Have a great time:wave:

Regards

Keith

[dai sensei]

Looks like another great time to be had :2tsup:

Not sure about using the chainsaw like that though :o. I assume that strap holding the log isn't metal, but the bar is also too short so you are asking for kickback as you bury the bar :(, then there is cutting down onto a steel surface :doh:

[Treecycle]

Any chance of some names to go with the photos for those unfamiliar with everyone?

[CAG]

Any chance of some names to go with the photos for those unfamiliar with everyone?

Names added above photos.

[CAG]

you are asking for kickback as you bury the bar :(, then there is cutting down onto a steel surface :doh:

Springwater didn't put the nose(?) of the bar into the log; he only cut it up on the diagonal as shown in the photo. The band clamp held but I know what you mean. The cut didn't go much further than what you see in the photo so the chainsaw wasn't going near the bed ways.

[DaveTTC]

Well yesterday we removed a a large centre section .... yes I was on the saw. I am sure I broke many a rule. Did 4 plunge cuts. As I had not touched a chain saw since 92 and have never had anyone show me how to use one I was pleased. No pics as yet cause I could not take a selfie and and cut at once ... still working on getting more pics up.

It has been an awesome time. Sitting up with springwater and reploconics now and having a coffee ... 2nd for me, 4 the for craig I believe but whose counting.

Uncle Al has gone down the street camera in hand.


Dave the turning cowboy

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[Treecycle]

Thanks for the update on names Craig.
Did Crowie and rwbuild manage to make it?

[DaveTTC]

Yes they made it, they are leaving in the morning. Today RWBuild turned up a candle stick holder and crowie supervised.

There were a few fireworks tonight. No seriously, fire works! For our guests that stayed the night we thought we'd put on a show. A real show! About 5 or 10 minutes of fore works.


Dave the turning cowboy

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[Dalboy]

Sound like a good time was had by all. Beware Trev as turning can become very addictive seriously it can be very useful in model and toy making. Also good to put faces to names

[DaveTTC]

For those of you who dont know .... my wife is very a quiet person and not a socialite.

Now the weekend is over here are a few of her comments
"it was a great weekend"
"those wood working people are very nice people. No swearing, no carry on, very friendly"
"I liked every single one of them"
"next year we are going to be more organised. A new bathroom, new toilet and fix that back door (if you were here you would know)"
"I liked the fact that everyone enjoyed themselves and it was all casual"

Big thanks from Raechell, Tyler, Sammy, Tommy, Jade & myself. Without those who attended it would not have been anything at all.




Dave the turning cowboy

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[Treecycle]

I'm glad that the weekend was a success and that Raechell felt comfortable amongst it all. Most woodies seem to be a very happy and easy going bunch and it looks like you had some there.
Good to hear that Crowie and rwbuild eventually made it safely. Hopefully they have a better trip home.
Thankyou to you and Raechell for putting on the weekend even though I couldn't be there. Hopefully next time, if it happens again.
Are there any more photos to come?

[DaveTTC]

there are more photos to come. Many more as every one gets home and post. Sadly my phone is painfully slow


Dave the turning cowboy

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[Mulgabill]

I'm very pleased that the weekend went well Dave. :2tsup:
As mentioned by a couple of earlier posters, a early reminder of next years event would help us with our very busy social calendar at this time of year:roll::q

[CAG]

Dave, a huge thank you to you for hosting.

A huger thank you to Raechell for the wonderful food.

And a thank you to the wonderful company on Saturday.

[Repliconics]

That really was a great weekend in Jerilderie.
Honestly folks you'd have to go some place very special to meet nicer people!.
I'm sure it will be on again next year.
If your the sort of person who enjoys woodworking and a relaxed family weekend it's the only place to be on Australia Day!. :2tsup:
Dave your a champion mate but as always the gold medal goes to Raechell.
She's always there making sure it all goes smoothly, and that all who attend find themselves in a food coma by mid-afternoon.

Thanks for a fantastic weekend.
Trevor.

[Not enough!!]

Sounds like everyone had a great time - well done to Dave and Raechell for inviting folk up to their place, its great to see the aussie hospitality is alive and well.

[DaveTTC]

Crowie and Uncle AL had cameras on the go and Trev took some pics of the Indian.

If you guys can post some pics on this thread would greatly appreciate as I just cannot post pics with any speed from my phone. For some reason it is taking upto an hour 'if' it loads at all.

Any other pics by anyone else who was there would be great too.

Heads up ... there will be another GTG next year ... details to come. I will endevour to PM all who have shown interest with the new thread details once it is up and running in the next month or two.


Dave the turning cowboy

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[Repliconics]

Here's some photos of the Indian and some big kids that where there on the day!. :U

http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m599/Repliconics/Indian%20Four/cowboy.jpg (http://s1133.photobucket.com/user/Repliconics/media/Indian%20Four/cowboy.jpg.html)

http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m599/Repliconics/Indian%20Four/IMG_3153.jpg (http://s1133.photobucket.com/user/Repliconics/media/Indian%20Four/IMG_3153.jpg.html)

http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m599/Repliconics/Indian%20Four/IMG_3144.jpg (http://s1133.photobucket.com/user/Repliconics/media/Indian%20Four/IMG_3144.jpg.html)

http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m599/Repliconics/Indian%20Four/IMG_3135.jpg (http://s1133.photobucket.com/user/Repliconics/media/Indian%20Four/IMG_3135.jpg.html)

Thanks again to all who attended it was a great weekend!. :2tsup:

Cheers
Trev.

[crowie]

Well after a challenging start/drive we arrived at Dave's just after 9.30pm Saturday night, just a few hours later than expected....
Thank you Dave & Trev for rescuing the caravan & us from Narraderra; were the NRMA truck dropped us from Lockhart after almost running out of LPG....
I slept like a log on the Saturday night [exhausted], but did way too much talking on the Sunday to all the blokes who attended and while I enjoyed it all, I had a very disturbed night...
Monday proved better as I did less talking, plus had 2 "nanna naps" so I could stay up late to watch the Australia Day Firework which were very good down by the Jerilderie lake....
Dave & Raechell are first class country Australians with hospitality & generosity too boot....what top hosts!!
We left late morning on Tuesday coming home via West Wylong for a flatter run for towing and while having lunch there, the ever reliable Ian rang to confirm that my car was an AU2 LPG Falcon Auto without an auxiliary oil cooler; something his shop had fitted to dozens of AU2 in the past...all was now clear; as towing Ray's caravan was overheating the gearbox & in turn the engine was running hotter thus using heaps more LPG....after we returned the van to Woodstock & the car was like a rocket ship from there to Oberon...dropped Ray about 7.30-ish & I got home through the fog & rain about 9.30pm....home safe, very tired but relaxed after a top weekend.....
Thank you Dave again and all the folk who attended to make it great...
Thank you Ray for the offer to drive me to the gathering, much appreciated....Cheers, crowie..

PS - I have to sort/cull the 250 photos from the weekend BUT here are the ones from Narraderra servo & our Lockhart stopover....

[DaveTTC]

This is my view from my Nova 3000

http://i1348.photobucket.com/albums/p737/DaveTTC/Mobile%20Uploads/20150124_150637_zpsvs4bmn98.jpg

This is from my jet which is sitting on top of my ex Tafe lathe

http://i1348.photobucket.com/albums/p737/DaveTTC/Mobile%20Uploads/20150124_150633_zps68bqpoyh.jpg

And this is my HAFCO but can't see it for the people, , Craig, peter and trev

http://i1348.photobucket.com/albums/p737/DaveTTC/Mobile%20Uploads/20150124_150629_zpspdav5ysm.jpg




Dave the turning cowboy

turning wood into art

[Uncle Al]

I have struck a minor problem sorting the photos of the wonderful weekend. Basically, took too many, and taking a while to sort through them. Will post a full report in the next day or so.

As Crowie said so well, a fabulous weekend put on by lovely hosts, who even managed a magnificent fireworks display to top it all off.

Stand by,

Alan...

[DaveTTC]

Talking about fire works

http://i1348.photobucket.com/albums/p737/DaveTTC/Mobile%20Uploads/20150126_213717_zpsxgdwwvgz.jpg

Centre stage, stood side by side we have RWBuild in his hat and boot guards stood next to Uncle Al with his flash camera, or is it camera and flash ;)




Dave the turning cowboy

turning wood into art

[crowie]

Photos from a Top Weekend in Jerilderie - series #1

[DaveTTC]

Great pictures Crowie, did you get any of me on the chainsaw in my 'safety gear'


Dave the turning cowboy

turning wood into art

[crowie]

Photos from a Top Weekend in Jerildrie - series #2

[crowie]

Great pictures Crowie, did you get any of me on the chainsaw in my 'safety gear'


Dave the turning cowboy

turning wood into art

Sorry Dave, I only saw you chain sawing Craig's, "Ned Kelly Helmet" from a distance; maybe Alan got a couple....

PS - What safety gear were you wearing as I seem to have not see any????
Not even the new thongs!!!

[Treecycle]

Great photos Crowie. There seems to be a few extra faces in your first lot that we don't have names for. Can you enlighten us?

[Repliconics]

I like "most" of your photo's Peter.
Except for those ones with that scruffy looking Guy with no sleeves.
Honestly you'd think he'd at least of had a shave before he got there. :doh:
And no shoes to boot!. :U
Some people just seem to take the tone down don't they.

Good onya mate.
Hope the trip home wasn't to eventful for you and Ray.

Cheers
Trev.

[Treecycle]

Well after a challenging start/drive we arrived at Dave's just after 9.30pm Saturday night, just a few hours later than expected....
Thank you Dave & Trev for rescuing the caravan & us from Narraderra; were the NRMA truck dropped us from Lockhart after almost running out of LPG....
I slept like a log on the Saturday night [exhausted], but did way too much talking on the Sunday to all the blokes who attended and while I enjoyed it all, I had a very disturbed night...
Monday proved better as I did less talking, plus had 2 "nanna naps" so I could stay up late to watch the Australia Day Firework which were very good down by the Jerilderie lake....
Dave & Raechell are first class country Australians with hospitality & generosity too boot....what top hosts!!
We left late morning on Tuesday coming home via West Wylong for a flatter run for towing and while having lunch there, the ever reliable Ian rang to confirm that my car was an AU2 LPG Falcon Auto without an auxiliary oil cooler; something his shop had fitted to dozens of AU2 in the past...all was now clear; as towing Ray's caravan was overheating the gearbox & in turn the engine was running hotter thus using heaps more LPG....after we returned the van to Woodstock & the car was like a rocket ship from there to Oberon...dropped Ray about 7.30-ish & I got home through the fog & rain about 9.30pm....home safe, very tired but relaxed after a top weekend.....
Thank you Dave again and all the folk who attended to make it great...
Thank you Ray for the offer to drive me to the gathering, much appreciated....Cheers, crowie..

PS - I have to sort/cull the 250 photos from the weekend BUT here are the ones from Narraderra servo & our Lockhart stopover....
In the first lot of photos, is that the Indian after Dave's kids decorated it? (4th last photo)

[DaveTTC]

Yeah thats it. Thats how Trevor took it home ;)

Dave TTC
Turning Wood Into Art

[crowie]

]I like "most" of your photo's Peter.
Except for those ones with that scruffy looking Guy with no sleeves.
Honestly you'd think he'd at least of had a shave before he got there[/B]. :doh:
And no shoes to boot!. :U
Some people just seem to take the tone down don't they.

Good onya mate.
Hope the trip home wasn't to eventful for you and Ray.

Cheers
Trev.

Thank you Trev, The trip home was okay, though long-ish and thus tiring.
We drove through a minor flood of sorts in Grenfull....

NOW - In refer to that WELL DRESSED BLOKE.....:wink:.....
I've learned and still learning to NEVER judge a book by its cover......:~.....
He's one top bloke, indeed....:U......

Cheers, Peter

[crowie]

In the first lot of photos, is that the Indian after Dave's kids decorated it? (4th last photo)

No Dallas, that was some street art from Lockhart which I found while awaiting the NRMA assistance......Peter

[Repliconics]

Thanks Peter
Good onya!

I thought the trip home might have been a long one.
Glad you and Ray got there without to much trouble.

Cheers
Trev.

P.S Good to see you put the photo of my girlfriend next to the bike "Nice Touch" :roll: