Official TA Meeting Post

OceanBlue · 10-21-2003, 07:11 AM

Hey y'all -

This is the last TA meeting I'll be organizing, so someone will need to pick up the sword if the meetings will continue.

November 7, 2003

Santana's
3655 Southwest Hall Boulevard
Beaverton, OR 97005
(503) 643-0488
5pm-ish or whenever you get there until the disco ball starts

Please RSVP on this thread. Also, I believe an encore of the swordfish vid is in order. Please post if you can bring a copy and/or TV/VCR or DVD player.

See ya there!

corrirod · 10-21-2003, 07:39 AM

Thanks for organizing the meetings Jen. Organizing things isn't a lot of fun and the pay sucks! :tongue: :grin:

I'll be at the meeting and the family will probably be with me too.

I'll try to organize a meeting this winter and maybe some others will volunteer as well. We should all plan on attending the Ifish Christmas party to help Dornbecker kids out and then I'll plan a big TA meeting for January sometime.

By the way, who was the lucky winner of the "framed Tunaholic 12 step program" at the last meeting?

id. painter · 10-21-2003, 07:47 AM

My self and my wife will be there.
You all dont want to come to Idaho for a meeting , so ill let you guys do the dirty work .. And, A big Thank You for all the effort. id. painter

10-21-2003, 07:59 AM

Why don't you have the meeting at Heppner, Ukia or Spray :depressed:

skein · 10-21-2003, 08:02 AM

I'll bet some of us "southerners" could organize one down around Dopey or Newport. Remember last year, the one at Newport? The one that was cancelled? Geez, there musta been 40 'Holics show up. Bet we could do it again.

DipSeaDiver and I will be a the Nov meeting if for no other reason than to finally meet that Idaho guy and his wife.

I may even have a new TUNA! rod to show.

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Why don't you have the meeting at Heppner, Ukia or Spray?

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Those are ELK-aholic meetings, Keta. Besides, there are elk in the ocean. I've seen the pictures.

Skein

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OceanBlue · 10-21-2003, 08:08 AM

Skein - sounds good. Plan it for a really nasty weekend and we'll all be there. :grin: Actually, John had a great suggestion: a potluck where everyone brings their favorite TUNA! dish. I wish I had a house big enough... John? Where are those plans for Carkington Palace? We need to add in a big ol' bonus room for TA meetings.

10-21-2003, 08:10 AM

Elk, like salmon, are a poor substitute for tuna :grin:

PeterMac · 10-21-2003, 08:13 AM

I'm there in November, and am more than willing to work on one of these meetings in the future. Lisa will be there also.

PeterMac

Ragnar · 10-21-2003, 08:15 AM

POTLUCK!? Would that mean I'd have to sit at the kids table again?

Hey, that sounds like a great idea!
Ragnar

Miss B Haven · 10-21-2003, 09:10 AM

I'd be in for hosting a potluck but probably be better to do in the Spring/Summer/Fall when we can spread out on the deck/patio. We can have a potluck/barbie and build a fire in the pit.
If the number isn't too darn big we could do it in the house. Last couple meetings would be doable inside (what- 'bout 30 folks?). Can't fit the crowd we had at the last one at Dancing Dragon though. I think it was over 50 at that one! I guess everybody could just bring rain gear and we could stand outside and pretend we're fishing in Oregon!

:grin:

edit, oops- I'll be at the 7th meeting and Tuni too!

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OceanBlue · 10-21-2003, 09:15 AM

Mel - heck with the weather we're having, you could host the party in the arena (just be sure you rake it out first :shocked: )

Miss B Haven · 10-21-2003, 09:17 AM

Hmmm.... maybe everyone could just bring an apple picker along with their hot dish ?

Sadie-Lynne · 10-21-2003, 09:26 AM

I will be there. Reel Living will also be joining us.

CATCH AND EAT · 10-21-2003, 09:26 AM

Heck this is easy. I'll plan a TA meeting for...lets say August 20th or so....we'll meet at the Astoria Canyon. :grin: Boy I like that idea. Mel, ya think you might go?

I'll be at the Novermber 7th meeting as long as Mel does'nt show up in a trench coat.

Miss B Haven · 10-21-2003, 09:35 AM

I do have a few goodies I'll be bringing to show ya Bernie! :grin:

HOGGEMIN · 10-21-2003, 06:58 PM

I'll be there. Thanks for all your efforts on the planning of these TA meetings Jen.

Freakwater · 10-21-2003, 08:04 PM

Can't meet.....hunting.

ANDYCOHO · 10-21-2003, 09:08 PM

I'll be there :grin:

Mello-Yello · 10-21-2003, 09:26 PM

I'd planned on making this one, but have to cancel due to a last-minute invite to go Elk/Mule Deer hunting in the Idaho Wilderness. I realize this is somewhat selfish of me, but I get the feeling that ya'll will understand.

Mr. Fisherman, thanks again for the invite. I truly admire your graciousness. Perhaps I can take a raincheck, or at some time in the future repay you with the same courtesy.

Oh, and please...pray for snow in the mountains!!!

M-Y

graybeard · 10-21-2003, 10:47 PM

I'm planning to be there the 7th.

gb

bait boy · 10-22-2003, 01:04 AM

I will be there with the wife in tow.... I have the Costa Rica video but I need some editing to make it all ages friendly. Any one good at editing either digital 8MM or vhs?

Sea Jypzee · 10-22-2003, 05:11 AM

I should be there...looking forward to it.

Metal Manipulator · 10-22-2003, 05:48 AM

Looks like Sherry and I will make our first TA meeting. Been looking forward to it and we will be able to meet most everybody at once.

Robin

OceanBlue · 10-22-2003, 06:50 AM

[img]graemlins/applause.gif[/img] Baitboy and Costa Rica Vids. Excellent.

M-Y - We do understand, but it is kind of ironic... IDP will be here, but you'll be in ID.

Bummer. We hope to see you at the next one!

Welcome newbies!

justasillyolgirl · 10-22-2003, 10:48 AM

I'll be there. Hope nobody minds being asked a ton of questions????? [img]graemlins/dork.gif[/img]

Miss B Haven · 10-22-2003, 10:54 AM

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Originally posted by bait boy:
I need some editing to make it all ages friendly.

<font size="2" face="verdana,arial,helv">What? You don't think us old guys hearts can take it? :grin:

Tuna Tom · 10-22-2003, 07:37 PM

This is Tuna Tom's wife. I'm replying for Tom because I can type twice as fast as he can and he is mesmerized by the baseball game.

The whole family will probably be there including Tom, myself and the two boys.

We'll do our best to keep the little guy out from under Pilar's feet! :smile:

I look forward to meeting more "fishing widows"!

Keli

id. painter · 10-23-2003, 06:10 AM

From seeing the responses on this thread, I get the impression that kids are welcome .
Can I bring my two ruggers as well as my wife??
The ruggers are at age 5 and 11 and my wife is 44, and I can get them to behave in public. Hi Ho. We were thinking maybe the Portland zoo on Sat. id. painter

OceanBlue · 10-23-2003, 06:33 AM

IdP - Of course, bring the kiddies (and the wife)... the restaurant is pretty much ours until the disco starts. I'll likely be bringing one or both of my pups, too. The kids' eyes will likely glaze over as kids are generally unaffected by TUNA! fever. But sometimes, just sometimes, they can be susceptable. My daughter caught it last summer and she hasn't even fished for the long fins yet! :shocked:

CATCH AND EAT · 10-23-2003, 07:04 AM

I.d. painter, regarding kids: Hey they let Mel come and play. :grin: Difference is we can't make him behave. :shocked:

Miss B Haven · 10-23-2003, 07:17 AM

Bernie!

[img]graemlins/berry.gif[/img] I resemble that remark! :grin:

id. painter · 10-23-2003, 07:40 AM

O.K. great. this will be a real treat for the family. My wife is jacked because we will be getting a little vacation and not towing the boat somewhere to fish .
Good compromise ,, fishing related but not a fishing trip. Maybe I can dig clams??? Clamming is not fishing ,,,right.
Sorry, I cant help myself ,Im a hunter /fisher /gatherer at heart. id. painter

edsr · 10-23-2003, 10:34 AM

Don't think I will be able to make this one. I have to wwooorkkkk!!!
edsr

Mr. Fisherman · 10-23-2003, 02:31 PM

Ed, that's a 4 letter word and we're tryin' ta keep this kid friendly...

MW, no problem and be careful what you wish for. Idaho gets snow all the time. I remember it snowing 3 inches just before the 4th of July Fireworks once in Pocatello...

I'll be there to meet Chris and his family. I may bring my wife and kid if I can find the rope and duct tape. Or I might just show up with bruises.

WaterDog · 10-23-2003, 03:01 PM

Don't think I'll be able to make it either. That's the start of a 4 day weekend and we'll getting ready to hit the road.

Reel Creel · 10-23-2003, 03:39 PM

Ill be there.

Is having these on saturday nights a possibility :whazzup: Iwould be happey to hit the coast for one then. :grin: I gota work sat moring at 4:30 am. And dont get to enjoy the full affect of my buddie Jim Beam and you guys and gals

Maybe thats a good thing

corrirod · 10-23-2003, 04:18 PM

With all the youngsters running around a few of us Salties are going to have to curtail our "on-the-water" language. [img]graemlins/eek13.gif[/img]

DipSeaDiver · 10-23-2003, 04:59 PM

Corrirod,

Bluebeast won the 12 step plaque! [img]graemlins/applause.gif[/img] See you all on 11/7.

DipSeaDiver

The Bad Fish · 10-23-2003, 06:55 PM

i will be there..

Taylor's viewpoint · 10-24-2003, 08:27 PM

I'm going to have to miss this one. I think I can hear an elk bugleing (sp) now.
TV

CATCH AND EAT · 10-24-2003, 11:53 PM

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Originally posted by corrirod:
With all the youngsters running around a few of us Salties are going to have to curtail our "on-the-water" language. [img]graemlins/eek13.gif[/img]

<font size="2" face="verdana,arial,helv">That would be muchly appreciated by my family at least. For those that can't control it I'll bring "Mr. Sock-o". He's kind of cute and talks in a funny voice but after being on my feet for a while he sure don't taste good. :grin:

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KeyWest · 10-25-2003, 08:36 AM

How does a fellow "Tuna-holic" get an invite to this get-together?

HOGGEMIN · 10-25-2003, 10:34 AM

You just show up and enjoy the fun :grin:

Nalu · 10-25-2003, 10:58 AM

I'm pretty sure I'll be making it to this one.

Looking forward to meeting everyone.

Mike

fortywinks · 10-26-2003, 04:52 PM

Looking forward to attending my first. Wife will be there too since she is also looking forward to the meeting.

OceanBlue - Mrs has something for you, so see you there.

KeyWest · 10-26-2003, 06:10 PM

I plan on being there! Don't belive my wife will be there, however. She is a landlubber and doesn't understand the draw of the deep blue.

South Paw · 10-27-2003, 05:48 AM

i just got back from Heppner. Great place for a TA meeting. I'm going to be there, hopefully with my brother.

OceanBlue · 10-27-2003, 10:00 AM

Hey y'all, no requirement to be a Tunaholic, or even like the ocean to join in the meeting. Come one come all! Looking forward to seeing some new faces and visiting with some familiar faces that haven't yet made it to the TA meetings.

I haven't seen a response to the earlier request for AV equipment... anyone?

Thanks!

CATCH AND EAT · 10-27-2003, 01:00 PM

Happy anniversary POPEYE!!!!

35 years. Must be some woman. :smile:

blubeast · 10-27-2003, 01:25 PM

The Mrs & I plan on attending.

Thanks OceanBlue for organizing this event.

BUGLEMAN · 10-27-2003, 01:45 PM

I'll be there too.

Threemuch · 10-27-2003, 01:46 PM

No can do. It's my wife's birthday.

corrirod · 10-27-2003, 11:32 PM

I can bring a TV and VHS player but the DVD from the Swordfish trip doesn't seem to play in my DVD player.

Let me know what you want and I'll load it up.

Popeye · 10-27-2003, 11:37 PM

Rod....I'm not going to make the meeting, we're going to be in Vegas celebrating our 35th Anniversary (Which actually was yesterday) but timing issues ya know

But if you get the DVD back to me, I can change the format (two formats left to try), or I can burn it onto VHS for ya

Let me know

gonzoray · 10-28-2003, 07:15 AM

I and my partner would like to attend the tuna meeting Nov 7 in Beaverton. Is there something we need to do or bring or Can we just show up? Ray

corrirod · 10-28-2003, 08:17 AM

gonzoray, just show up and enjoy!

gonzoray · 10-28-2003, 05:53 PM

Planning on coming to the meeting. If you need me to bring a DVD player, email me and I'll bring it.

CrazyFish · 10-29-2003, 01:15 PM

I'm planning on being there.

Nalu · 10-31-2003, 09:17 AM

Bummer! Looks like I now will have to be in Seattle on the 7th, and won't get back until late that night. :depressed: Probably won't make it now.

Mike

OceanBlue · 10-31-2003, 09:36 AM

Nalu - Bummer!

Rod - yes, please. I think John has a copy on VHS. I haven't viewed it yet. I'll check it out this weekend to make sure it works.

Thanks!