USCG Appreciation day, what we have, what we need.

Mr. Fisherman · 07-29-2006, 04:17 AM

Well we are off to a great start...
We have 20+ cases of soft drinks and bottled water (Thanks Aquaholic)
We have some tables (Thanks City of Depoe Bay)
We have at least 1 BBQ, and at least a hundred pounds of ribs compliments of Safeway again this year (And Hrspowr)!
We have a Costco cake with lettering on it,(Thanks Jennie!)
We have a famous pesto tort layered with cream cheese served with crackers or sliced french bread (Thanks Stickfish)
We have 30-40 pounds of burger (Thanks Bill Monroe)
We have some smoked some Tri-Tip again. (Thanks Iwish)
We have 3 small hard plastic kiddie pools they are great filled with ice to put salad bowls in for keeping them cool during serving- and a homemade carrot cake w/cream cheese frosting AND maybe some homemade cheezy chowder with clams, crab & shrimp (Thanks Spinnergal, WOW!)
We have a seafood gumbo. (Thanks SeaJayOR)
We have Quality paper plates and plastic ware for 300 people or so. (Thanks )Edsr)
Burger condiments (Thanks Edsr)
We have Something Goods' special recipe chicken. (Thanks Something Good)
We have Tuna Toasties (Not gonna thank myself... I'll get confused with the voices in my head)

We have one outlet for power and up to 4 portable generators so do not hesitate to bring the tragers if you want/need to.

What we need...

A Bullhorn or PA system for announcements
Ice, Ice Ice.
Help setting up...
Cooks for the burgers (and maybe a BBQ)
More seafood.

Burger buns

Help cleaning up after the fact...

Thanks for all the pledges and assistance so far... This is gonna be great!

Mods, can we pin this one please?

Coastalfisherman · 07-29-2006, 12:29 PM

I would be happy to help with setup. Just name the time.

StickFish · 07-30-2006, 11:42 AM

Ray/Charlie - If I can't get a ride Saturday, I will be be available to help with the setup & cleanup. I have to go to Costco already so I'll donate Chinette dinner plates, plastic utinsils for 300 and knapkins. If I get a seat (looking unlikely), my wife can probably drop them off at Depoe during the day.

Mr. Fisherman · 07-30-2006, 01:02 PM

Thanks Ted.
You are sure to get a seat another day

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edsr · 07-30-2006, 01:22 PM

Charlie/Ray, I will bring catsup, mustard, relish, plastic knives, forks, spoons, enough for 250. If you already have this stuff just post and I'll bring something else.

edsr

Something Good · 07-30-2006, 03:54 PM

Made a Costco run today and picked up supplies to make my special recipe chicken.

See you guys there.

Mr. Fisherman · 07-30-2006, 07:04 PM

Edsr, Thank you, I'll take them off the list.

Thuan, looking forward to a taste.

Thanks to everyone who has contributed so far...

Mr. Fisherman · 07-31-2006, 03:10 AM

I have received a few requests for a start time for setting up.
Lets say noonish on Saturday. It shouldn't take too long.

Anyone who wants to show up around that time to help set up would be more than welcome.

WildHawg · 07-31-2006, 07:08 PM

You too Ray!!!
Thanks for everyones kind offers of help and supplies.
The one thing that it still sorely missing is seafood.
Is anyone able to bring anything fresh or briefly frozen in the way of tasty treats from the sea?
My friend Thuan (Something Good) has offered some halibut, and a few folks who are headed out Friday are going to try and bring some crabs or other sundry plunder

--however it is looking pretty bleak from a piscatorial standpoint for sea creatures

I have been out a total of once this year due to a few little problems I've experienced--so I'm without...
Last year we had enough to donate to the galleys of both Yaquina Bay and Depoe Bay by the time it was all said and done.
Any help would be appreciated greatly

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Mr. Fisherman · 08-01-2006, 05:54 AM

Folks, please take a moment to go through the list.
Verify that I have you down for what you are offering to bring and that it is accurate.
If I missed anything let me know. If something is wrong it is Wildhawgs fault...

Just kidding... Let me know and I will fix it.
We are counting down to another great time...

Mr. Fisherman · 08-01-2006, 06:29 PM

My computer is down cold and I am flying blind.
I will be at Depoe on or before Noon on Saturday the 5th.
For urgent issues please call me on my cell phone.
I am listed on the Salty Dog Contact list.
Sorry for the PITA but it is out of my hands.
I am sure things will work out. We are a tight knit group that pull out all the stops to make things like this happen. I expect nothing less with this event.
We are still in need of crab and sea food.
Please help make this an event to remember. Come to the event and bring a friend.
This is all about paying tribute to the men and women in blue who put it on the line for those of us who spend time on or around the water. Lets make it special for them.
I'll see you there

Aqua-Holic · 08-01-2006, 07:23 PM

Charlie...I have some 05 frozen Halibut. Not sure how good it is, but would be happy to bring it along?
Dean

apparentgenius · 08-01-2006, 08:53 PM

Ray,

I'm sorry that I canned most of my Tuna. I can bring about 5-10 lbs of loins that I have frozen.

Glen

Aqua-Holic · 08-02-2006, 09:39 AM

Add to the list 24lbs each of potato salad and macaroni salad donated by Resers...

DipSeaDiver · 08-03-2006, 07:03 AM

I plan on bringing a shrimp and cream cheese dip and a possible bundt cake. Do we still have a need for burger buns? chips? Hot dogs?
Let us know and we can pick some up and bring them.
Great job, as usual!!

DSD

HiTekRdNek · 08-03-2006, 07:51 AM

I will Bring 2 90's of ice(loose or bagged)?
I also have some Alaska halibut I will bring. Also I will look and see if I got some salmon in there.
I will also show around noon to help setup.

P.S. Should I bring some frozen Razor clams or Cracked Crab ?

Gloucester · 08-03-2006, 10:49 AM

The guys and gals are bringing over picnic tables to the park as i type. There will be approx 30 picnic tables for seating, as well we will have 6 or 7 tables to set up under the gazzibo(sp) for serving lines. The city has also let us barrow a very large round charcoal grill, I think the thing measures 4ft from side to side. We are picking up the 7 or 8 bags of charcoal to get it going. Many things can be thrown on this thing.

cs

StickFish · 08-03-2006, 12:47 PM

Ray/Charlie

I've only got 18 table cloths and no time to get some more - some will just have to slum.

leaving for the beach within the hour.

WildHawg · 08-03-2006, 06:03 PM

Outstanding Folks!!!!!!!
Somehow I don't think anyone will walk away hungry OR disappointed from the shindig

Rays computer is still down--so call me on my cell (Salty Directory) with any last minute Q's, or PM me, and I'll get back to you.
I'll be arriving before noon also--personally I can't wait!
It's my daughters 14th birthday :blush: as well, so if ya remember, wish her a happy one.
Look forward to seeing you all Saturday--next year USCG Tillamook Bay?????

blubeast · 08-03-2006, 07:50 PM

Assuming I can get out of work early... the Mrs & I will bring over some watermelon for the event.

pnwcoast · 08-03-2006, 07:52 PM

I can't get out of work.... wish I could be there. :depressed:

irondog · 08-04-2006, 10:18 PM

Mr. Fish,

I will be in Depoe and am looking forward to meeting Dogs.
I have grill at house that you are welcome to use and can assist as needed. Just let me know what needs to be done. Our place is on the corner of Bay and Conway. It is available for the Dogs use if needed.

The Oregonian ran a couple of paragraphs (two weeks)about the event.
If we do it again next year let's notify Chamber of Commerce. As a member I should have suggested it earlier.
They would have filled some of the needs and are a good resource. Look forward to meeting you.
The hole in the wall gang are the best. Thanks for putting this together.