2011 Ball Discussion
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Printed Date: 27 Apr 2024 at 2:29pm
Topic: 2011 Ball Discussion
Posted By: James
Subject: 2011 Ball Discussion
Date Posted: 07 Mar 2011 at 1:10pm
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Welcome to the discussion thread for the 2011 PP Ball. This year were going to do things more low key like we did in the first few years. That means no overboard planning and no massive organization effort. Just a bunch of friends and fun. Just like the past few years were going to be holding the event over at Phil's River Front Orchard outside Dryden WA. This year were going to have several events but they are going to be free form. That means they might or might not be offically timed or judged. The main focus is to hang out with friends, meet new folks and enjoy the fine water found in this area, one of the NW hot spots for this time frame. Please use this thread to ask questions, get stoked or share the stoke. Other threads you might or might not be interested in are:
http://www.professorpaddle.com/balls/2011/ - http://www.professorpaddle.com/balls/2011/"> http://www.professorpaddle.com/balls/2011/ -  Pricing $10.00 per person for weekend camping (Includes Sticker Pack, Unlimited Heat from Larger than average fire and Schwag Toss) $10.00 Event Fee - One Fee for everything or each for $5 All money raised will go to put on event - All Profits will be donated to Matt Thomas - We really want to see him in a Vehicle SOON, And the Ellen DeBondt memorial fund. Sponsors See the ball page above for links & logos. - List being updated constantly http://www.professorpaddle.com/balls/2011/schedule.asp - Event Schedule http://www.professorpaddle.com/balls/2011/schedule.asp - |
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Posted By: James
Date Posted: 09 Mar 2011 at 11:25am
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For anyone that missed the Ball over the last few years this event is a great time to hang out and chill but there is another great reason to go. I have been to plenty of festivals and conventions but not many are out there where everyone walks away with good gear. Yea you can get stickers and brochures but not many will send you home with hats, shirts, and real quality gear. Over the last 2 years not only did just about every competitor get something good, anyone that was around on Sunday for the final Gear Toss walked away with more - not to mention all the freebies at the registration area. So here are a 7 reasons you should consider coming this year. 1. Have a good time with your friends. 2. Meet new friends that you can have more good times with. 3. Paddle Amazing whitewater in the best weather to water level ratios! 4. Have fun doing your best in the events that you like 5. See how close you can get to the fire without burning your eyebrows off 6. Go primal chasing glowsticks downriver at night! 7. Try the latest boats out from the free demo Zone! |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 11 Mar 2011 at 2:27pm
| Update - The sponsors list is getting updated almost daily. I will have some photos of the schwag shortly... Spread the word !!!! |
Posted By: jella
Date Posted: 11 Mar 2011 at 2:46pm
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awesome! ------------- |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 17 Mar 2011 at 10:54am
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The Hop Off is ON. Our side event this year is going to be a hit. WHY? Well beside the fact that most paddlers love cold suds, we have two Paddler Favorite breweries that have already confirmed donations this year. So far New Belgium Brewing & Deschutes have confirmed donations. Were still working on a few others to round off the taste test. Same fun, new format. This year it is going to be a blind taste test. Numbered Kegs and Numbered Cards. If you guess all the Taps right you win gear . That simple! |
Posted By: tradguy2
Date Posted: 17 Mar 2011 at 2:54pm
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I'm in for the Hop off.
------------- ... preparing for a river beating! |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 18 Mar 2011 at 9:43am
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http://www.professorpaddle.com/balls/2011/schedule.asp - Schedule has been created. Please check it out. Here Idea is to have the Raffle and Awards on Sat night since that is when most of the folks are around. Sunday we will do the Ramp and final Gear Toss off the top of the ramp. |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 05 May 2011 at 11:15am
So Check it out. We have our Prize Listing for the awards that are going to be handed out as well as what you can expect to win in the Raffle\Auction. There are still plenty of other things not on this list that are going to be at the Ball. These are just the items that are here right now. I would like to highlight a few items also.
Here is the list.
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Posted By: WA-Boater
Date Posted: 05 May 2011 at 12:16pm
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James, you've out done yourself agian. I look forward to the events and after-party. Lets hope for good weather and levels.
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Posted By: James
Date Posted: 13 May 2011 at 6:38pm
| The list of Gear continues to grow: added WRSI Helmet, Jacks Plastic Gear and more... Gonna have to come out to see it all. There is no reason that every person out there does not walk away with goods! |
Posted By: PaddleGirl
Date Posted: 15 May 2011 at 6:04pm
| Hey what's up with the demo zone? I want to demo some creekers. |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 17 May 2011 at 1:21pm
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No demo zone this year. We did that one year and it was too much work to keep track of it and haul / lock all the boats up. If a shop wanted to bring some out and manage the process on their own - welcome and go for it, but were not going to do it. On a side note, flows are looking pretty juicy for the weekend! |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 17 May 2011 at 1:46pm
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 17 May 2011 at 1:48pm
Posted By: PaddleGirl
Date Posted: 17 May 2011 at 2:54pm
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i LOVE the monkey design!! maybe since i'm a data monkey and all. |
Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 17 May 2011 at 3:55pm
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------------- Nomad |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 17 May 2011 at 4:22pm
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Hey Yoter are we still on for Liederabend? Oh and Dave here ya go dood: 47.539849, -120.545245 |
Posted By: BRoss
Date Posted: 17 May 2011 at 7:23pm
I like the paddle monkey code  ------------- "That boated a lot better than it looked." "It always does until it doesn't." |
Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 18 May 2011 at 8:51am
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------------- Nomad |
Posted By: Yotes
Date Posted: 18 May 2011 at 11:16am
| Most definitely are! I won't be getting out there till Saturday afternoon sometime, though. Have a gig in Seattle Friday night. Gotta make the trip back to tri-town and switch out the bass gear for the PP Ball setup! |
Posted By: Yotes
Date Posted: 18 May 2011 at 11:16am
| Also, those who wish to jam bring your preferred jamming equip! |
Posted By: Jeff
Date Posted: 22 May 2011 at 9:47pm
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------------- "What could possibly go wrong?" www.flickr.com/photos/jeffdwyer/ |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 9:52am
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I would encourage everyone to take a look at it this year, and show up early to claim the prime camping spots. This year we had to slender down the area we are camping in to prevent disruption to the neighbors so we are encouraging camping in the orchards, and closer to the actual fire area. The areas are well detailed on the map link. http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=215621502663741252107.00044767ec60f3c85ba19&ll=47.539173,-120.544739&spn=0.004882,0.007049&t=h&z=17 - NEW AREA MAP ZOOMED IN ON CAMPING AREA! Also please watch out for Poison Oak, the season is just starting but it is important to be aware of. css_styles/default_style.css - |
Posted By: septimus prime
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 11:52am
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How much longer?
Im ready to head over now and run icicle laps till the race! ------------- Jon Shell Bee |
Posted By: brownft
Date Posted: 25 May 2011 at 2:24pm
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anyone driving from seattle on friday willing to give my friend and her suitcase a ride to the ball? i'll give you some gas money, or beer, or cookies...or farm fresh eggs! your choice.
shoot me an email brownft@whitman.edu |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 26 May 2011 at 1:15pm
This just in... Well in my van ... Two more stops to go 
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Posted By: James
Date Posted: 26 May 2011 at 1:16pm
| And yes all you ballers were experimenting on you for the sake of future development. |
Posted By: rayw
Date Posted: 26 May 2011 at 4:26pm
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I am so excited for a weekend of debauchery!
------------- rayweinrich@gmail.com 253.370.6299 |
Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 26 May 2011 at 7:06pm
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9%? Oh boy, better pack my tylenol... ------------- Nomad |
Posted By: franzhorner
Date Posted: 27 May 2011 at 9:10am
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I should be leaving Seattle around 2. Give a call if you want a ride to the ball. I might hit up the Sky on the way home Monday morning..... too oh sichs, sichs nein sichs, won won nein phive ------------- MORE RAIN PLEASE |
Posted By: grapeape30144
Date Posted: 06 Jun 2011 at 10:46am
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Hey All!
I was visiting from the Southeast and had a great time paddling with some of you. I had a great time, but do have a question. I got a T-shirt, but the size was a little small for a Large. Are there any T-shirts left? I would like to purchase an Extra Large.
If you ever find yourself in the Atlanta Area look me up, or anyone fromt the Atlanta Whitewater Club!
Thanks.
Roger Huff
(678)314-1514
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Posted By: James
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2011 at 11:15am
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For those interested ../uploads/bin/2/useruploads/29/6783.pdf">  PPBall-P&L.pdf Ray: I need to get the money I included for your Gas over too you. I have it set aside. |