MIFI '08 Itinerary

There are a couple of threads going around about the MIFI, and I was wondering if there was an actual itinerary for the week's events aside from the July 4th activities? If not, I was wondering others thought of a welcome reception on Sunday or Monday. We will be arriving on Sunday afternoon, and I thought it would be good for everyone to get together in the conference room for a "meet & greet" complete with snacks and drinks. Everyone could contribute something, and we might even have name tags so old guys like me wouldn't have to remember everyone's name.

I guess this should run through the Queen Bee (Jean) for her blessing. If it's a go, I will bring several loaves of specialty breads, dipping sauces and a cheese assortment. I can make the bread on Saturday before I leave, and it will be good for the week. I'll also bring a few bottles of red wine (Cabernet, Merlot & Shiraz).

It would not be mandatory to contribute anything other than your presence. Obviously those traveling great distances will be restricted as to what they can haul with them.

Anybody else think this might be a good idea? If so, what day would be best? If you can contribute to the gluttony, post your contribution here

Terrific idea Joe, we get in around midnite sat/sun. driving from Traverse City.

Sounds like a plan to me.

That'll Work Joe!! As always you are ahead of most of us!! Just got out of the chat room with JC and we need someone coming up I75 to stop in Pinconning and pick up cheese!!:D

Medium,,,,

hmmmmm what can i bring up from mississippi? i need to think!

Joe,
Great Idea, as for name tags You get one of those when You register. As far as "Goodies", I'll Volunteer Jean to do up another batch of Her Brownies. They should survive the 4 hour drive up,
barring complacations(Me):rolleyes:

Just got through talking with Brad(Kaboom1) and a "Executive Decision" was made Joe V. will be the "Offical Coordinator" for the Michigan Fish-In Meet and Greet. Thank You Joe for Your Selfless Dedication to the Cause:D

Joe we have not meet yet but if you need a hand with the meet and greet let me know, I will be arriving on the 30th mid day

BILL you keep your hands off the brownies.........

PLEASE cause I love brownies LOL

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Originally Posted by bdesavage

Just got through talking with Brad(Kaboom1) and a "Executive Decision" was made Joe V. will be the "Offical Coordinator" for the Michigan Fish-In Meet and Greet. Thank You Joe for Your Selfless Dedication to the Cause:D

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I'm speechless...I'll find a way to get back at BOTH of you before the week is out. :p

Since I'm the "Official Coordinator" for the MIFI '08 M&G, it will take place Monday evening from 5:30 p.m. until you feel like leaving. This will allow time for those going to dinner in Gate's restaurant time to have some appetizers before their meal, and then to return for more interaction before preparing for the evening hatch or full blown night fishing for the monster trout.

We will gather in the upstairs conference room for the appetizers, then move to the river's edge. Depending on the weather, we may be able gather with food and drink right along the river by the landing dock, so I think we'll remain flexible for the gathering place. We can pull together some of the picnic tables to set the goodies on. As dedicated fisherpersons, we are all accustomed to changing venues at the drop of a hat.

If a glass of red wine is not to your liking, feel free to bring your favorite beverage to chase the goodies. If you would like to bring a snack/appetizer to share that would be fine, but PLEASE don't feel obligated to do so. I'm certain my fellow chefs from the Island Nation of Ohio will surprise us with something made streamside to please our taste buds (No pressure, Brad!). Perhaps something with with crabmeat or lobster? I know you are that kind of 'selfless' person, 'ol buddy.:p

If anyone has any other ideas, feel free to keep them in your shirt pocket unless YOU want to be in charge. Ahhhhhh, leadership is lonely.

Joe

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Originally Posted by scubatim

Joe we have not meet yet but if you need a hand with the meet and greet let me know, I will be arriving on the 30th mid day

BILL you keep your hands off the brownies.........

PLEASE cause I love brownies LOL

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Tim,

Thanks for the offer. Any help will be appreciated, but this will pretty low impact from a work perspective. Looking forward to meeting you.

Joe

I have a question for Mike Flannigan (Ohiotuber).

Hey, Mikey! Are you going to bring your peanut butter fudge to the meet & greet? PLEEEEEASE! I realize Mike won't get to be with us for the whole week but we sure would LOOOOOVe some of his wonderful fudge.

I plan to do two batches of brownies, one with and one without walnuts. I'll be sure to make up a bag of brownies just for Bill so he will stay out of the ones for the M & G.

I'm into countdown mode, have started my packing list, and made a to do list on my calendar to make sure I get everything done. I can hardly wait for the 28th, but I'm sure it will get here before I'm actually physically ready :>)

Joe

I got you back...how about a little shrimp butter and a killer cheese dip?

Brad

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Originally Posted by Kaboom1

Joe

I got you back...how about a little shrimp butter and a killer cheese dip?

Brad

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Sounds great Brad.

Brad what happened to the crab and lobster :-)

Would someone please remove this thread. I won't arrive until Tuesday and your killing me with this thing.

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Originally Posted by sewdrapes

I have a question for Mike Flannigan (Ohiotuber).

Hey, Mikey! Are you going to bring your peanut butter fudge to the meet & greet? PLEEEEEASE! I realize Mike won't get to be with us for the whole week but we sure would LOOOOOVe some of his wonderful fudge.

I plan to do two batches of brownies, one with and one without walnuts. I'll be sure to make up a bag of brownies just for Bill so he will stay out of the ones for the M & G.

I'm into countdown mode, have started my packing list, and made a to do list on my calendar to make sure I get everything done. I can hardly wait for the 28th, but I'm sure it will get here before I'm actually physically ready :>)

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Jean,
Of course the peanut butter fudge will be there....& there will be plenty!!
Mikey

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Originally Posted by Joe Valencic

I'm speechless...I'll find a way to get back at BOTH of you before the week is out. :p
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If anyone has any other ideas, feel free to keep them in your shirt pocket unless YOU want to be in charge. Ahhhhhh, leadership is lonely.

Joe

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Joe, some are born to greatness, others have thrust upon them by the committee who outvoted them... To assuage you anguish, I shall endeavor to remember the okra pickles.
(Jack, don't let me forget the okra pickles!) And Joe, if you're a Good Boy, there may be a can of boiled peanuts in your stocking(-foot wader).

I'm looking out for the denizens of the Island Nation of Ohio. Hmmm, now what can I do for Brad and Mike and any others?

Ed, the Thoughtful

Hmmm, now what can I do for Brad and Mike and any others?

Ed, the Thoughtful

Now Ed, you know the ladies always like Chocolate!

Are okra pickles the same as pickled okra, if so can't wait. Kaboom1 and my connection for pickled okra let us down this year. We normally eat them while making maple sugar for the local park district.

Bill

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Originally Posted by FatBill

Are okra pickles the same as pickled okra, if so can't wait. Kaboom1 and my connection for pickled okra let us down this year. We normally eat them while making maple sugar for the local park district.

Bill

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Quality will out. Bill, you are a gentleman of distinction.
(Jack DON'T let me forget the okra pickles!)

Ed

:D A slight correction to what we will be bringing...after careful thought we realized the "Brownies" will Dry out over the 4 day delay before the meatngreet, Jean will make her Chocolate Chip Cookies instead they stay soft and tasty a lot longer(theoretically anyway they never last 4 days around here:D) There will be 2 kinds wid Walnutz and widout !

While in Michigan this weekend I was able to 'field test' some of my bread on a bunch of fly fishermen (the women would not come near the men's dorm...go figure!), and they cleaned up a large loaf of Italian Herb topped with carmelized Vadalia onions, and a standard loaf of artisan bread topped with carmelized onions as well. I had spinach dip and garlic herb spread to put on the bread, along with 4 cheeses and pepperoni slces. They all lived, so these delights will see a return engagement at the meet & greet on Monday night.

Here's the before shot...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...8/P1000668.jpg

and this is the after shot...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...8/P1000680.jpg

I think what helped it along is that we were having a "Scotch Sampling" of a bunch of different scotch whiskeys.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...8/P1000681.jpg

Joe