Crawfish Fest

[Freakwinox]

New Orleans Social Club (Sat) & Dr John (sun) added as the headliners.

[Amy Winette]

We're planning on coming and camping with the MDFests, we just haven't figured out where we'll be living or flying from yet :)

[jazzykeb]

wow, that is awesome. They are really ramping up the size/talent of this event. Can't wait!

[mangoon]

wow, that is awesome. They are really ramping up the size/talent of this event. Can't wait!

http://www.crawfishfest.com/

Wow!!! You aint kidding about that.

[tangledupinblue]

This is going to be a great Crawfish fest. AND so many thread additions.
So glad Amy and Jeff are coming this year. Trying to get Corona and amyloves...
How about Ibjamn???? Maybe Ozzie can stay.... ha ha!

[grisgris]

Ms Gris is planning on coming on up to Jersey. Love the Crawfest!

[steeleye]

We will be there this year with a larger crew, hopefully for the whole weekend. Praying for good weather. My sandals still haven't dried out from last year.

[Corona]

ya never know! Just gotta try and find someone to come with me....I really want to try it though and maybe this is the year???

[La Ti Da]

http://www.crawfishfest.com/

Wow!!! You aint kidding about that.

just watched the video on the website, it does seem awesome! I think the promoter of Rhythm and Roots (RI's fest over Labor Day weekend) is involved in this,too... and they sure put on a good fest up here - I just may check it out the NJ crawfish fest this year!

[grisgris]

Oh Lis it would be so nice to hang with you & Joe at Crawfest. I had a blast last year at it, & this years line up is awesome. Hope yall make it to Jersey this year.

[La Ti Da]

wow Mel, - it must be good if you come all the way from Louisiana for it!

[grisgris]

I had a blast. Great music, good food, good friends & half the crowd of Jazz Fest. Didn't even matter that the weather was not that good Saturday. Just danced in the mud.

[Rossvegas]

Gawd, I had to stop watching the video. By the time they got to the oyster po'boy I was starting to drool on the keyboard. Hmmmmm....po'boy......

[ibjamn]

This is going to be a great Crawfish fest. AND so many thread additions.
So glad Amy and Jeff are coming this year. Trying to get Corona and amyloves...
How about Ibjamn???? Maybe Ozzie can stay.... ha ha!

We'd love to, for sure! But, isn't it pretty soon after JF?

[grisgris]

And the winning point of this festival ladies, they have a real ladies room with an attendant. NO PORTOJOHNS. And the bathroom is nice & clean. Whooohoo.

[ScoopJohnD]

And Scoop'll be there. What more incentive do you need?

[grisgris]

Were there you go. ScoopeyDoo, cold beer, crawfish & good music. Priceless.

[swag]

Swag is considering it.

[saturn]

--- and I am starting to be intrigued. :cool:

[Rossvegas]

Colour me...curious! :)

[ScoopJohnD]

Were there you go. ScoopeyDoo, cold beer, crawfish & good music. Priceless.

The beer WAS cold, wasn't it?

[grisgris]

Yeah but it wasn't COLD REFRESHING ABITA, but yes the beer was cold.

[ScoopJohnD]

Yeah but it wasn't COLD REFRESHING ABITA, but yes the beer was cold.

Very true, but as we all know, there is nothing to compare to a COLD CRISP
(you forgot that one) REFRESHING ABITA!!!!

[Amy Winette]

It's a camping fest! How cool is that? Love camping and fests . . .

[jazzykeb]

Wow, some serious Thead momentum, I'm loving it. For those who haven't been there and are considering it, I can't emphasize enough, how well run this gig is. Extremely well organized, yet low key. The camping was terrific. Clean, safe yet, no overt big brother or rules enforcement. Just need good weather......

[2ForTheFest]

Hey all,

we went to Crawfish Fest last year with Mel, Eat_Mo, CiscoKid, Barry10016 and had a blast. We went on Sat and dispite all the R, it was a super fun day. The beer and music and great people made it all worth it.
Hoping to go back this year but we won't be able to drive since we live in FL now so we'll see....

if I could remember how to link pics on here I'd post some.

[NeenAtlanta]

just watched the video on the website, it does seem awesome! I think the promoter of Rhythm and Roots (RI's fest over Labor Day weekend) is involved in this,too... and they sure put on a good fest up here - I just may check it out the NJ crawfish fest this year!

Hey Lisa - lots of the northeast Kats go to this one every year. Definitely Juls/NJ & Charlie, usually Sha(y) sometimes DaVe, and others. Might want to drop Juls an em.

[tangledupinblue]

Hey all,

we went to Crawfish Fest last year with Mel, Eat_Mo, CiscoKid, Barry10016 and had a blast. We went on Sat and dispite all the R, it was a super fun day. The beer and music and great people made it all worth it.
Hoping to go back this year but we won't be able to drive since we live in FL now so we'll see....

if I could remember how to link pics on here I'd post some.

Mel has some great pic's and many others as well. I would love to see your pic's 2for.
How about Friday night when Mike's Dad cooks that HUGE pot of Jambalaya and you eat as much as you want while the music is playing....
It is such a great moment.

The camping is the best part. Wait until you see mdfest's big orange flag. You can't miss him.

[Rossvegas]

Do they allow RV camping there?

(Not that I own an RV, but one of my favourite tricks is to rent a big moving truck (u-haul, etc.) and convert it into my own little mobile party shack! You can hook up a stereo, bring in furniture and just roll down the door when the bears come out. The ramp also makes for an easy wobble into the party chamber...:>)

[tangledupinblue]

Hey Lisa - lots of the northeast Kats go to this one every year. Definitely Juls/NJ & Charlie, usually Sha(y) sometimes DaVe, and others. Might want to drop Juls an em.

Yes, I camped right next to Jules and Charlie last year. We had a blast together in the rain and mudd. Abita girl (previously kerryny) and her husband were right with us as well. Very great crew.
Brian (mdfest was a stone's throw away)

Baileys and coffee for breakfast...bloody mary's too!

[Rossvegas]

Will I be able to chuck stones at MDfest? Now that sounds like fun! :>)

[tangledupinblue]

Oh yes Ross, you can't miss him with his bright orange flagpole. You may want to be on his good side though since he makes some mean chicken and ribs!

I hope all you guys decide to come. You won't be sorry.

[Crawfish Fest]

Do they allow RV camping there?

(Not that I own an RV, but one of my favourite tricks is to rent a big moving truck (u-haul, etc.) and convert it into my own little mobile party shack! You can hook up a stereo, bring in furniture and just roll down the door when the bears come out. The ramp also makes for an easy wobble into the party chamber...:>)

Wow, thanks for all the kind words.
Chuck Wentworth has been my Talent Booker for 15 years, each year we add more $'s to our Talent Budget and get a little bigger. We now have 4 stages going on at once. We do have camping in 3 distinct camping area's on site. Camp New Orleans is for the party animals in tents. Camp Baton Rouge is for families and it's more quiet. Camp Madisonville is for the big RV's and we do have hookups available. We have Hot showers for everyone camping. And yes, we do have attendants in the real bathrooms near the stages. Not many festivals have that. I don't want to come on here do do a commercial, but i will answer questions. i will lurk occasionally.
If you come, you must bring sunshine. The "R" has been killing me.
I moved back to LA to live on Tickfaw River, 35 minutes from BR and about 55 minutes from NOLA. I am happy you liked the video on the website. Feel free to e-mail me any questions.
See ya in 5 months
Michael

[Rossvegas]

Thanx for weighing in, Michael! Looks like a great fest you've got happening there, and I'm hoping to make the trek down from Canada in the very near future.

Keep up the great work!

[Amy Winette]

Very cool (but not unexpected) that the crawfish fest organizer is a threadhead! Patry camp here we come :) :)

[2ForTheFest]

[QUOTE=tangledupinblue;10306][COLOR="Purple"]Mel has some great pic's and many others as well. I would love to see your pic's 2for.

I'm trying to figure that out again as I type!

[NeenAtlanta]

Yes, I camped right next to Jules and Charlie last year. We had a blast together in the rain and mudd. Abita girl (previously kerryny) and her husband were right with us as well. Very great crew.
Brian (mdfest was a stone's throw away)

Baileys and coffee for breakfast...bloody mary's too!

Cool - I never know which threadheads know which kats.

[jazzykeb]

Welcome to the board Michael! Crawfishfest is great, thanks for all your hard work!

[dank_bass]

Tangled said a bad bad word!!! repent!~

[Crawfish Fest]

Welcome to the board Michael! Crawfishfest is great, thanks for all your hard work!

Thanks for the welcome, i lurk on some music boards and some boating boards.
Someone once asked me if i camped, I said campin meant no mint on ya pillow at night. So I had an idea, i had mints printed with the website on it. As a special treat to the campers, Mint Girl (Melissa) goes tent to tent handing out mints in the evening. She is the co camping director with Andre'
I will be camping again this year.
Michael

[Corona]

Hey Ross, how far from Toronto is the drive? That could be kinda cool...ya want company? I could bring a tent too. A driving partner would be cool....and cheaper then flying.

[Michelino]

Hey Ross, how far from Toronto is the drive? That could be kinda cool...ya want company? I could bring a tent too. A driving partner would be cool....and cheaper then flying.

It's only 5 hours from us so that makes it no more than 8 from T.O. (without considering border delays).

Boy this festival is looking really good to me, especially if we don't make Jazzfest. (FQF is a lock though). My camping days are all behind me....does anyone know how quickly local hotels sell out...if they do?

[jazzykeb]

Michelino, the key word in your question is "local". The venue is out in the sticks.....so there is not much of anything local. I would think you would be able to find someting within a 30 mins drive. Most folks are either day trippers or campers.

I just checked the website and there are a bunch of hotels within 20 miles, I think you should be able to get one as long as you don't wait to the last minute.

[Michelino]

Michelino, the key word in your question is "local". The venue is out in the sticks.....so there is not much of anything local. I would think you would be able to find someting within a 30 mins drive. Most folks are either day trippers or campers.

I just checked the website and there are a bunch of hotels within 20 miles, I think you should be able to get one as long as you don't wait to the last minute.

Thank JK, I don't mind a short drive, (although that Friday Campers Only Special with the fabulous Pine Leaf Boys will be hard to pass up. )

[Rossvegas]

Lis, I think that would be a GREAT idea! I picked up a brand new Beemer right after last year's fest (May 9th) and I only have 2,500 km on it so far. I'm dyin' to take it for a road trip! (The stereo is awesome... :>)

Let me look into it and I'll report back to you, okay?

[tangledupinblue]

Tangled said a bad bad word!!! repent!~

I am repenting and forcing myself to drink right now Dank. I feel better already! Thanks babe!

[Rossvegas]

Mr. Google says that it is 702 km from Toronto to Augusta. That's doable...hmmm. Ross is thinking things...

[Amy Winette]

What's that in miles? Less, right? You can do it canajuns! :)

[Amy Winette]

Wow, it's almost 3000 miles from San Francisco.

Only about 2250 miles from MT/WY. I think we'll fly :)

[Corona]

In a Beemer? About 6 hours lol.....Can we fit camping stuff in the car though? Could be fun!

[Rossvegas]

It's about 437 miles...not including the side trip to tour the Dunder Mifflin offices in Scranton, PA!

[NOLA Northwest]

Being born and raised in Louisiana (Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Natchitoches) with my family still there, including daughter in New Olreans~ I was thrilled to run across Michael Arnone's Crawfish Fest some years ago when I was working in New YOrk City. Went once. WAs hooked. Been going ever since no matter that I don't have biz in NYC anymore.
And yes the talent and venues just keep getting better ~Last year I envied the campers so this year, I'll be one!

Hey!?Is it June yet!?

Toez

[funkkjunkie]

Welcome, nolanw!

[swag]

My '03 pix are here:
http://www.swagland.com/festivals/crawfishfest03/2003Crawfish.html

[La Ti Da]

Hey Lisa - lots of the northeast Kats go to this one every year. Definitely Juls/NJ & Charlie, usually Sha(y) sometimes DaVe, and others. Might want to drop Juls an em.

yup, I already heard from Juls on this, and I've been meaning to go for years!
since we're only doing first weekend + a few daze of jazzfest this year maybe this will be a good "second" weekend for us...

see ya soon!

[VWGal]

I'd drive all the way from Calgary if I could stop in at Dunder Mifflin. But now that I think of it, I live the Dunder-Mifflin experience most days!

[mightyradgumbo]

Welcome, nolanw!

yes, welcome to the fray nolanw

[Corona]

wahoo nolanw! Welcome to you and to Crawfishfest :)

[nyc gal]

Never stopped me-kicked off my shoes and danced in the mud. See y'all there. We have the canopy with the inflatable mattresses in it...no people, just mattresses...

[Rossvegas]

Good lord, I'm almost afraid to ask what goes on in that mattress shack of yours... :>)

[nyc gal]

Actually, food eating, poker playing and...uh...smoking of...uh.. supplemental ingredients (shh--Michael might be reading this...)

[Rossvegas]

Geez, I just assumed that it was some kind of portable temple and that the mattresses were there to protect people's knees while they were praying. (Hmmm, I suppose in a way it IS a temple, right?)

Pass the sacrament, sister!

[denideadhead]

WOW!!!! WHAT A GREAT RESPONSE
I wholeheartedly hope that ya'll come to CRAWFISH!!!
It has become essential to easing my post Jazzfest withdrawls. Besides great music truly it is one of the nicest friendliest and family oriented Fests ever.
I have a friend who lives about 20 minutes away so we scoop her grandkids, niece, and other kidlets and bring them along under the guise of it is her nieces birthday patry (two years ago Mr GPjr even sang Happy Birthday to her)...I can highly recommend it as jazzfest training....It's not to shabby for the we should be grown set either thanks to the good food and cold beer......the R has never seemed to dampin the good time..... I am psyched to see mo TH's representing....
YA"LL COME !!!!YA HEAR!!!!!

[mdfest]

Anyone coming from out of state, just let me know. We can coordinate the camping/food. We bring a ton of gear, so the out of staters can travel light- we will bring it all. The camping is as much fun as the fest itself.
Its a great time- just need to get Tangled in the closer campground!
If I can figure it out, Ill post some of last years pics.

[Amyloves...]

MD you might be making an offer I can't refuse there! It sounds like such a blast and Tangled and Scoop have been making their sales pitches.

[Rossvegas]

As long as I'm guaranteed of being within that "stones throw" of MD's tent, I'm there.

So who's bringing the stones?

[jazzykeb]

did Ross say that the Stones were playing Crawfishfest? Alright! Spread the news!

Well, I don't know that I can make as generous an offer as MD, but I will be driving to the fest and getting there early to set up camp with friends and other T-heads and I do have a fair bit of extra camping equip. Extra tents, sleeping bags etc. We will also have a grill that any can use, I'll have extra coolers, I can shop for extra beverages and food for those who are flying in, we will have a large canopy and tables, I can bring extra chairs etc.

[Zbonnie]

Wow, I've been considering going to this year's festival since I saw the line-up. It would be my virginal experience there. < smirk > I was exploring the idea of driving down from Boston with a friend who absolutely DOES NOT CAMP, but after reading this thread, and knowing as a devoted Rhythm & Roots camper that the camping is as much or more fun than the festival, if I go, I'll definitely have to camp. I want some 'bone!!

[jazzykeb]

yeah Zbonnie join on in! Not only is the camping great (convenient, close to the stages, and fun!) but the campers get the place to themselves on Friday night with live music and gumbo! It's awesome!

[NOLA]

Count me in that number of Threadheads giving this some serious consideration...how close is the RV area to the camping (tent) area? The RV rental idea suits me a bit more than a tent and sleeping bag...God I must be getting old to have just admitted that...

[Rossvegas]

Wait a minute...RV area? Does the "RV" stand for Ross Vegas? Does this mean I can't camp with y'all? Whatsup with THAT???

[La Ti Da]

I looked on the site to see about tickets and they want you to specify a camping preference, where do most of y'all camp??

Like Bonnie, I may be a crawfest virgin but not so for camping, this sounds really great. I can't believe everyone's so charged up for this already with still over 3 months away from jazzfest!

[Zbonnie]

Well, duh, I'd say it's a safe bet to assume that the threadheads camp in Camp New Orleans, party central!!

[La Ti Da]

well, duh, I woulda thought that, but on the map, grassy Lafayette looks closer to the stages.... but then again maybe its all close....

[Zbonnie]

I have some questions about the dance areas. (1) Doesn't it get insufferably hot in the enclosed Dance Hall? (2) Do the other two stages have dance floors?

[jazzykeb]

I'm not sure about the RV area never having been there myself NOLA, but whole place is not that large. I was sure there was a map of the layout here on the website, but don't see it now: http://www.crawfishfest.com/
But if you click on the "camping FAQs" link, there is a link for RV rentals. See ya there

[Zbonnie]

well, duh, I woulda thought that, but on the map, grassy Lafayette looks closer to the stages.... but then again maybe its all close.... Sorry, I hadn't noticed the Lafayette area. The post by Crawfishfest and the camping text only refers to 3 camping areas, yet the map shows 4. Perhaps Lafayette is reserved for artists & staff. Here's the link to the camping order form page, where you can click to enlarge the map: http://www.crawfishfest.com/mailordercamping.htm

[jazzykeb]

The map may not have been revised for 2007 yet. I think we have a little time to finalize those details, and the atmosphere is laid back enough that I think they might let you switch campgrounds if you picked the wrong one. We have camped in New Orleans previously and it was plenty close to everything.

[Crawfish Fest]

Chuck has been the talent booker for 15 years. We elimanated the 4th camping area. The dance hall has 2 huge overhead doors on opposite ends, so we get a good draft going. It has the only wooden dance floor. Camp Madisonvile is about 300 yards from the dance hall, all 4 stages are in very close proximity, but the sound workds just fine. The audio director of jazz fest personally oversee's the 4 systems and is on the board of the main stage. Jambalaya, not gumbo on friday night for the campers. If you book early, you will be more assured of getting your first choice. Camping did sell out last year. I will try to post a new layout next week.I have to get ready for a pig roast at my house tommorrow.
Michael













just watched the video on the website, it does seem awesome! I think the promoter of Rhythm and Roots (RI's fest over Labor Day weekend) is involved in this,too... and they sure put on a good fest up here - I just may check it out the NJ crawfish fest this year!

[Zbonnie]

Thanks, Michael. Don't let us rush you or nothing. :D Have a good weekend. (yummm, roast pig)

[kingofclubs]

I think I'm going to try to do it this year too!! It looks like such a blast! Can someone try to clarify something for me though: I have a pop up trailer. Do I need to buy the $95 camping and fest admission ticket for each person in the car? For example: Me and my girlfriend = 2x $95? Or is it just $95/car? Thanks!

[jazzykeb]

Thanks again for the info Michael, what time should we be over for the pig? :D

King of Clubs, yes you each need the camping/fest ticket. While you only have one popup, the fee covers the very nice clean bathrooms, showers, and other support facilities. And of course, you each get to enjoy the music!

[steeleye]

I can vouch for the fact that the sound system last year was first-rate. I spent most of my day at the main stage, and I can tell you that the sound was pristine. An excellent job by those responsible. And the camping areas are even closer than they look on the map. It's a great event and well worth the price.

[mdfest]

The camping "sites" are merely grass fields with some markings painted on the grass. Longest walk is shorter than any JF walk, so its all close. Ive always in in the NOLA site- along one fence are the rv hookups- electric and water. We were right next to the crawfish vendors last year. They brought back a dozen live ones for the kids to play with- probably still living there in the field.
Nothing is crowded, in my 2 visits. Make sure your there early on Friday, to get set up and attend the private Friday dance. Last year was Steve Riley- was supposed to start around 9- well, he ended around 9. Bummer.
Its also very kid friendly. Just keep them away from the fences.

[Corona]

check your email bro!

[Corona]

What would be the closest airport to fly into and then cab to the campground? Or maybe coordinating with other flying threadheads would help for sharing cabs? Getting in Friday afternoon/early evening would be best?

[mdfest]

I emailed you!
Arriving Fri, around 12-3, give you pick of sites.
Michael- can we get an area of NOLA campground reserved for the Threadheads? It would be good PR! Ill be happy to coordinate.

[swag]

What would be the closest airport to fly into and then cab to the campground? Or maybe coordinating with other flying threadheads would help for sharing cabs? Getting in Friday afternoon/early evening would be best?

It's about 55 miles from either Newark (EWR) or Stewart (SWF). I've got to think a cab from either would be pretty pricey. You might be better off with a rental car, cheaper than R/T cab fare even with the very high rental prices in the NYC area.

But someone here'll give you a ride, I'll bet.

Maybe even me, if I make the trip and the flight times are close.

[Crawfish Fest]

yes, if you either buy them at the same time or leave a note in the comment section when u buy your tickets that you want to be with threadheads, how many people do u expect? We wont be able to group hookups with non hookups, that back fence is just for people needing power. We will be checking all fences this year, sorry that happened.
Michael





I emailed you!
Arriving Fri, around 12-3, give you pick of sites.
Michael- can we get an area of NOLA campground reserved for the Threadheads? It would be good PR! Ill be happy to coordinate.

[grisgris]

Waiting at work for the 2nd vacation list to come out. I hope I can get that weekend. If not I may just quit my job. But I think I have it. Crawfish Fest is a blast.

[steeleye]

Corona...Sussex County is literally in the middle of nowhere. I'm not sure of the Jersey side, but the nearest airport on the Pennsylvania side is the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (called "international" because they fly one flight per week to Montreal :)

Anyway... we have to go right past the airport from our house to get to the Crawfish Fest, (it's slightly less than an hour from the airport), and my wife and I would be more that willing to pick you up at the airport and give you a ride to the fest on Friday afternoon or night. We are leaving on Friday and we're flexible as to what time we leave. We're coming back on Sunday and, depending on your flight, we could also drop you off. Just let me know if you need our help.

[mdfest]

Dont know if this will work
last years photos
http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=2AaN2zlu5csXHA

[ScoopJohnD]

I agree Crawfish Fest is a blast. I'm not a big camping guy but luckily I live nearby so I opt for the Crawfish Express bus out of NYC. Quick 45 min to an hour ride, have a beer or two on the bus. relax, get there, fest away and then doze off on the way back. And then do it again the next day. Can't beat it.

[grisgris]

Md, is your Mom coming to CrawfishFest this year? I had so much fun visiting with her last year.

[Crawfish Fest]

Corona...Sussex County is literally in the middle of nowhere. I'm not sure of the Jersey side, but the nearest airport on the Pennsylvania side is the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (called "international" because they fly one flight per week to Montreal :)

Anyway... we have to go right past the airport from our house to get to the Crawfish Fest, (it's slightly less than an hour from the airport), and my wife and I would be more that willing to pick you up at the airport and give you a ride to the fest on Friday afternoon or night. We are leaving on Friday and we're flexible as to what time we leave. We're coming back on Sunday and, depending on your flight, we could also drop you off. Just let me know if you need our help.

We use this service from Newark Airport, u must reserve them 24 hours in advance with a credit card, but u can pay with cash. Clean vans, cheaper than a cab. State Shuttle 800-427-3207
Michael

[mdfest]

Md, is your Mom coming to CrawfishFest this year? I had so much fun visiting with her last year.
Cant stop her!

[grisgris]

Yay, your Mom is a blast to hang out with. Tell her I said Hi & hope to see her at CrawFest.

[Amy Winette]

Actually, food eating, poker playing and...uh...smoking of...uh.. supplemental ingredients (shh--Michael might be reading this...)

Poker, we're there!

[Amy Winette]

Anyone coming from out of state, just let me know. We can coordinate the camping/food. We bring a ton of gear, so the out of staters can travel light- we will bring it all. The camping is as much fun as the fest itself.
Its a great time- just need to get Tangled in the closer campground!
If I can figure it out, Ill post some of last years pics.

Dibs on sleeping with the MDFests, heh heh heh :) Gonna be so fun!!

[Amy Winette]

yeah Zbonnie join on in! Not only is the camping great (convenient, close to the stages, and fun!) but the campers get the place to themselves on Friday night with live music and gumbo! It's awesome!

LOVE camping fests!!! This sounds much more manageable, less crowded, less of a hassle than High Sierra Fest's 10,000 people, and we loved that.

[Amy Winette]

I emailed you!
Arriving Fri, around 12-3, give you pick of sites.
Michael- can we get an area of NOLA campground reserved for the Threadheads? It would be good PR! Ill be happy to coordinate.


We've got to figure out flights. Though SF is farther, it's easier, we could just red eye Thursday night. Unfortunately from MT/WY I think it's going to be more complicated. We'll figure it out. Our fest friend from NYC is going to come home.

For the record, $95 for camping AND that line up is a steal! A camping version of Jazz Fest? Is there anything better??

[Amy Winette]

Don't think we've mentioned on this thread that Micheal is donating 2 1 day passes, 2 tshirts AND a photo opp with Fred of Cowboy Mouth to the raffle!! What a great guy and what a great prize (and thanks to Scoop who hooked it up). You guys rawk!! This would be a great prize for the non-campers (the tix are for Sunday).

[mdfest]

A thought for the out of towners.
Fly in on Thurs pm to Baltimore(BWI), spend the night at Casa de Mdfest, and drive up with us on Fri. If 4-6 of you do this, just get a rental minivan for the drive. Its about 4 hours, diagonally thru PA to west Jersey.

[Corona]

A thought for the out of towners.
Fly in on Thurs pm to Baltimore(BWI), spend the night at Casa de Mdfest, and drive up with us on Fri. If 4-6 of you do this, just get a rental minivan for the drive. Its about 4 hours, diagonally thru PA to west Jersey.
I'm gonna do it :) Just waiting to hear from Lin if she wants to come with me. She can't do fest this year so this may help the hurt for her. Thanks so much Bri, it sounds like a great plan. The fact that flights are only $118 RT from Detroit (SWA) is amazing!

[ScoopJohnD]

Don't think we've mentioned on this thread that Micheal is donating 2 1 day passes, 2 tshirts AND a photo opp with Fred of Cowboy Mouth to the raffle!! What a great guy and what a great prize (and thanks to Scoop who hooked it up). You guys rawk!! This would be a great prize for the non-campers (the tix are for Sunday).

Quick correction, Amy if I'm wrong correct me but I believe the winner will be able to pick either Saturday or Sunday for the prize and if they pick Sat. will have a photo op with an artist from that days line up.

[Corona]

I'm gonna do it :) Just waiting to hear from Lin if she wants to come with me. She can't do fest this year so this may help the hurt for her. Thanks so much Bri, it sounds like a great plan. The fact that flights are only $118 RT from Detroit (SWA) is amazing!
Lin is in so we are definitely coming to CF!! SWA is selling tix for May at $49 each way...very cool. Thanks MDfest so much!!! Wahoooo :)

[tangledupinblue]

People can also fly into Newark, NJ which is only 1 hour from the Crawfish Fest.
I think staying at md's would be great if you can fly in on Thursday. If you fly in on Friday morning then Newark is pretty close to just grab a rental and drive up there.

Hey Brian, we are going to leave at 9am to get up there this year so we will be set up early. Jazzykeb is doing the same.
We should be set.

[tangledupinblue]

Md, is your Mom coming to CrawfishFest this year? I had so much fun visiting with her last year.

I love her too, Mel!
Hey md, I thought I saw my foot in that crawfish picture but then I remembered me and your Mom had the same flip-flops!!!

[grisgris]

Yay Lis

[Amy Winette]

Quick correction, Amy if I'm wrong correct me but I believe the winner will be able to pick either Saturday or Sunday for the prize and if they pick Sat. will have a photo op with an artist from that days line up.

Yes Scoop, Michael emailed me that that is correct -- admission for either day and photo opp with one artist of your choice :)

YAY LIS AND LIN! :) :)

[ScoopJohnD]

That's okay Amy, I know you have Fred on the brain. : )


And I second the Yay Liz and Lin

[Amy Winette]

YYR, I've always got Fred on the brain, my favorite sweaty butterball :)

[nyc gal]

Michael, if yer reading this,your food guys need more personnel!! Last year was pretty rough, some waits for food got up to 15-20 minutes--precious time I coulda spent dancing!!

[Amy Winette]

That happened at Jazz Fest last year too!

[Amy Winette]

D'oh, did I just repost?

[Amy Winette]

Hmm, maybe not, how odd . . .

[Crawfish Fest]

Michael, if yer reading this,your food guys need more personnel!! Last year was pretty rough, some waits for food got up to 15-20 minutes--precious time I coulda spent dancing!!

ok

[Crawfish Fest]

Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen,Sunday, on the Main Stage and the DME stage. Now what u think???

[nyc gal]

we love Michael

[jazzykeb]

Dang Michael, that is awesome! Just keep getting better! Any other TBA's out there? (nothing wrong with being greedy is there? :D

[tangledupinblue]

God Bless Ya Michael. This CFF is going to be huge.

[Crawfish Fest]

The only other TBA's are for the kids stage. The pig roast came out awesome, it was 76 here on the river. did i show u my other website? www.tickfawriver.com its where i live






Dang Michael, that is awesome! Just keep getting better! Any other TBA's out there? (nothing wrong with being greedy is there? :D

[Amy Winette]

Awesome! So let's see, you've got the whole line up about 6 months in advance.

HELLO, Jazz Fest, is it asking too much to have the line up announcement by Jan 31 this year? Less than 6 months in advance. I'm just sayiin.

[ScoopJohnD]

Excellent job Michael. Can't wait for the fest.

[ciscokid]

our canopies will be set up by the far end of the main stage during the day. please make sure to come by say hello and rest in the shade or cover for awhile. thinking we may have to bring all 3 canopies this year for this anticipated krewe

[funkkjunkie]

My last day of school/work is June2 or I'd be there. Next year we finish earlier and i'm gonna put it on my calendar for 08!

[Fables of Faubus]

What a fantastic lineup! I can't believe how much this festival has grown over the years. Looks like everyone is in for a fantastic weekend. :)

[Corona]

Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen,Sunday, on the Main Stage and the DME stage. Now what u think???
Hoorayyyyyy!!! I love Jon Cleary and AG's :) Way to go Michael!!

[Corona]

you know I'll be there with you boys :) Finally gonna make this trip! I've been trying for 3 years now lol!

[tangledupinblue]

Just ordered our Crawfish Fest Camping week-end tickets!

[Amy Winette]

Tix are already on sale, eh?

[tangledupinblue]

Yes Amy they are. This is the earliest I have purchased for CFF but we know we are doing it so I didn't want to wait.
I already had them emailed to me. You just print them out.

[Zbonnie]

Crap! I just looked at my w**k schedule and I have to be there on Friday, June 1 for an exhausting day. Somehow I don't think I can handle the 5 hour drive alone either that night (and set up camp in the dark) or Sat. morning and set up camp for just one night and drive home on Sunday. Additional consideration: I will be doing some serious zydeco festival dancing both of the following two weekends in much closer CT.

[tangledupinblue]

Just a heads up to anyone ordering tickets for Crawfish Festival.
Be very careful when you order through paypal or credit card. I had my card number stolen when I purchased my tickets through their site.

They have now offered mail order tickets so I would highly suggest doing that instead.

Needless to say, I WAS ROBBED of around $1500.00 in a total of 5 minutes right after I ordered my tickets.

This is nothing against Michael and his festival. Who ever has been doing this did the same to some others last year.

Just be careful guys!

I WOULD NEVER MISS THIS FESTIVAL BECAUSE OF SOME THIEVES OUT THERE.

[jazzykeb]

That sucks Tangled (o btw, I like the new avatar). When you say robbed, the credit card company is not holding you responsible is it? :mad:

[dumbtourist]

hey tangie...is your new avatar head butting the watermelon, or is it a pizza....:)

[tangledupinblue]

That sucks Tangled (o btw, I like the new avatar). When you say robbed, the credit card company is not holding you responsible is it? :mad:

They are investigating......it will all work out. Just a big pain having to cancel my credit card and wait for a new one.
Lovely people out there in the world. Not gonna let it get me down. Lots of good shows coming up!!

[tangledupinblue]

hey tangie...is your new avatar head butting the watermelon, or is it a pizza....:)

I guess it is cheering on the watermelon dance. Really has some energy though, huh?

[Amy Winette]

That is head banging, pure and simple. I remember the 80s! :)

[Crawfish Fest]

when was this??????


Just a heads up to anyone ordering tickets for Crawfish Festival.
Be very careful when you order through paypal or credit card. I had my card number stolen when I purchased my tickets through their site.

They have now offered mail order tickets so I would highly suggest doing that instead.

Needless to say, I WAS ROBBED of around $1500.00 in a total of 5 minutes right after I ordered my tickets.

This is nothing against Michael and his festival. Who ever has been doing this did the same to some others last year.

Just be careful guys!

I WOULD NEVER MISS THIS FESTIVAL BECAUSE OF SOME THIEVES OUT THERE.

[ScoopJohnD]

Michael, Katy emailed me on the 23rd and wrote that she purchased through the sight "last Friday" which I would take to mean the 19th and she wrote that her credit card company called her on Sunday. She wrote that she had emailed you but hadn't gotten a response and since it sounds like you have just heard about it, maybe she sent it to the wrong addy.

I emailed her just now to let her know you responded on the board. Send your email to me at jdachik@earthlink.net and I'll forward it to her. (I had yours but my computer went beserk a few days ago and I lost lots of addys and saved emails)

[Crawfish Fest]

I just checked my spam folder, her e-mail was buried there. I just called her, she is not in yet. I have a call into my webmaster. I know last year we had an issue and upgraded the encryption to 128 bit. I will post my findings here.
Michael














Michael, Katy emailed me on the 23rd and wrote that she purchased through the sight "last Friday" which I would take to mean the 19th and she wrote that her credit card company called her on Sunday. She wrote that she had emailed you but hadn't gotten a response and since it sounds like you have just heard about it, maybe she sent it to the wrong addy.

I emailed her just now to let her know you responded on the board. Send your email to me at jdachik@earthlink.net and I'll forward it to her. (I had yours but my computer went beserk a few days ago and I lost lots of addys and saved emails)

[Corona]

you're a good man Michael!

[Crawfish Fest]

I just checked my spam folder, her e-mail was buried there. I just called her, she is not in yet. I have a call into my webmaster. I know last year we had an issue and upgraded the encryption to 128 bit. I will post my findings here.
Michael

Last year we had 3 payments miss directed because my e-mail was changed, since then, we have had no problems until i heard of this.

I talked to my hosting company at midnight last night. Credit Card info is never ever on our servers, it stays on the Paypal Servers. I had him write this last night to better explain the procedure. I spend thousands of dollars a year to maintain my website and online store. My hosting company is a network specialist, not just some guys with a server in the backroom. I hope to hear from Katy soon. I hope this helps. Michael



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[tangledupinblue]

Basically what happened is that when I pressed the button to pay by paypal another box came up to enter a new credit card number. MY BIG MISTAKE.
We do have anti-spyware on our computer but something got through. I thought it was secure.

This is not Michael's website, this is something happening through paypal.
JUST DO NOT PUT IN ANOTHER CREDIT CARD NUMBER whenever buying through paypal for ANY reason. Lots of Scam artists out there.

NOT MICHAELS SITES FAULT AT ALL!



Thanks Mike for getting back to me.

[Crawfish Fest]

Hey y'all
Here is a site plan
feel free to zoom it around
Michael
http://www.crawfishfest.com/4StagesCampgrounds.jpg

[bluesgirl]

Mel has some great pic's and many others as well. I would love to see your pic's 2for.
How about Friday night when Mike's Dad cooks that HUGE pot of Jambalaya and you eat as much as you want while the music is playing....
It is such a great moment.

The camping is the best part. Wait until you see mdfest's big orange flag. You can't miss him.

OK, I'd like to go, but I have to stay in a hotle. To me, camping is a disgusting nuisance that takes away from a good time. Are there any decent ones around?

[Corona]

I think it was the Hampton Inn that's the host hotel....that's where some threadheads stayed last year. I'm camping...haven't camped in a while and it's always a blast...except when it r*ins but here's hoping for a better year this year!!

[Crawfish Fest]

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
NEWTON SPARTA
6 NORTH PARK DR.
NEWTON, NJ 07860 UNITED STATES
Hotel Front Desk: 1-973-9408888 | Hotel Fax: 1-973-3004656

[ibjamn]

OK, we are tentavively thinking about maybe going. However, for me "camping out" is a Holiday Inn without a mini bar. How integral to the experience is the camping?

[mdfest]

Its as fun as the fest IMAO.
Nothing mini about the bar in the campground either.

[bluesgirl]

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
NEWTON SPARTA
6 NORTH PARK DR.
NEWTON, NJ 07860 UNITED STATES
Hotel Front Desk: 1-973-9408888 | Hotel Fax: 1-973-3004656

Woo-hoo!!!!

[bluesgirl]

OK, we are tentavively thinking about maybe going. However, for me "camping out" is a Holiday Inn without a mini bar. How integral to the experience is the camping?

ib,

We'll have a party at the hotle. The heck with sleeping in the dirt. :)

[Crawfish Fest]

some people never leave the campground
your able to cook and bring your own beverages when u camp.
the beverages must stay in the campgrounds
michael

[ibjamn]

ib,

We'll have a party at the hotle. The heck with sleeping in the dirt. :)

That's what I'm talkin about! ;)

[eat_mo_crawfish]

Last year on Saturday night, we bought a bunch of berled bugs on the way out of CF and took them back to the Hampton. Grabbed a bunch of the free McNews (USA Today) Papers, pulled tables together, spread out the paper, dragged our coolers in, and pigged out in the lobby. Management was very understanding (or maybe just in shock).

[ibjamn]

Are ya'll going to CF this year, eat_mo?

[tangledupinblue]

Like what MD said. Camping is so much fun. You meet the best people and everyone wakes up and has bloody mary's and listens to music. We will always do this fest!
So happy so many of you are coming. This will be a memorable one for sure.

[funkkjunkie]

tangled, you avatared my main man-the birthday boy! Or at least it's his likeness. So hard to tell with these tiny avatars, eh?

[jazzykeb]

I know everyone is focused on Jazzfest at the moment, but if you are considering Crawfish Fest, I'd recommend taking some time to figure it out and make your reservations. With the step up in talent I would be shocked if it doesn't sell out. And one reason the camping is so good is that they don't let it get overcrowded. So, come on threadheads. I've already got a group of about 10 who have bought tickets and I know that Tangled and her gang are already in.

Who else will be joining us?

[Corona]

Me and my girl Lin are going. Booked the flights and we're driving in with MDfest and his krewe :) See ya at the camp ground Jazzy!

Gris Gris is in, as well as AmyWinette and Jhpotter....I can't remember who else.

[tangledupinblue]

That Krewe right there that Lis just named is awesome! I am sure many more are coming. I know Barry and Cisco and Scoop and many more come....we'll see as it gets closer but I am sure it will sell out this year.

This is a can't miss!

[NOLA]

The BJAMN's were thinking about it, and so am I...

[tangledupinblue]

DO it Nola!!! Just think, as soon as JF ends you will have something wonderful to think about.....

[Orleansnj]

go every year.......it is getting better too - you are definitely right about that !

[Crawfish Fest]

we might add one more big name,
i will know by 3-09-07
camping will definately sell out again
michael

[jazzykeb]

Awesome Michael! Good luck making it happen! So, any chance of us getting a mini-Threadhead village within Camp New Orleans? Can't hurt to ask, right? :D

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Great lineup, should call it Jazz Fess North. I just added this Fest to my long "to do list."

[ibjamn]

Just say, for instance, someone was flying to this event. What's the closest airport?

[Zydekitten]

I'd so love to go, but I just don't think I can swing the cost of a transcontinental flight just after Jazzfest . . . Kitten's ain't made of $$$ :(

[ibjamn]

Count me in that number of Threadheads giving this some serious consideration...how close is the RV area to the camping (tent) area? The RV rental idea suits me a bit more than a tent and sleeping bag...God I must be getting old to have just admitted that...

Frank, do you have an rv?

[tangledupinblue]

Just say, for instance, someone was flying to this event. What's the closest airport?

Trust me Jenn, Newark is the closest airport! (EWR) Less than an hour from the fairgrounds.

Flights to EWR are pretty fair. HUGE airport!

[tangledupinblue]

Awesome Michael! Good luck making it happen! So, any chance of us getting a mini-Threadhead village within Camp New Orleans? Can't hurt to ask, right? :D

Hey Kev, we camp in Baton Rouge. Much more room! I will be getting there early on Friday to save room for all!

[Corona]

we might add one more big name,
i will know by 3-09-07
camping will definately sell out again
michael
Papa Grows Funk....oh please make it Papa Grows Funk! :)

[funkkjunkie]

NOLA, blowup mattresses are the best camping invention. There's a little machine that blows it up and if you get a good mattress, it's still blown up in the morning! SAved me many an aching back. Gonna have to buy a new one. Left it, my pump and a nice set of sheets in nola at festgiving and have not been able to connect to get them back.

[Freakwinox]

Michael;
Terrance Simien is in Princeton that Friday, maybe he can zydeco his way north for the weekend??? :)

[ibjamn]

Hmmmmm, we can get non-stops for $198, but the airport is an hour away?? Is there a crawfish fest bus from Newark??

[Orleansnj]

Since the T-heads have been a welcome bunch to me on this board - while I'm here in NJ - I'm gonna offer to drive you there if you want a ride. I live close to the airport compared to everyone else and I have absolutely NO problem drivin' someone out there.

Even got an SUV that will hold lots of people and stuff and whatever combination thereof.

Lemme know. Ibjamn you can e-mail me direct at michelecj@gmail.com....I think a car service and the like would just be a waste o money.

[Corona]

I thought there was some sort of a shuttle....hopefully someone can help. That would be SO GREAT if you guys could make it :)

[Orleansnj]

There is a bus from NYC port authority on the day of the shows leaving at 10:30 am - but that's not much of a help if y'all are gonna go camping etc.

[NeenAtlanta]

Hmmmmm, we can get non-stops for $198, but the airport is an hour away?? Is there a crawfish fest bus from Newark??

Drop Barry an email. I seem to remember him saying there was a bus you could take from the Port Authority.

[ibjamn]

Since the T-heads have been a welcome bunch to me on this board - while I'm here in NJ - I'm gonna offer to drive you there if you want a ride. I live close to the airport compared to everyone else and I have absolutely NO problem drivin' someone out there.

Even got an SUV that will hold lots of people and stuff and whatever combination thereof.

Lemme know. Ibjamn you can e-mail me direct at michelecj@gmail.com....I think a car service and the like would just be a waste o money.

WOW! That is a really generous offer! Thanks, so much, ONJ! We may just take you up on it.

[Orleansnj]

I am not kidding. The one thing I disliked (actually HATED) when I moved up here was the fact that people didn't pitch in. I've sworn on a stack of whatever handy - on multiple occassions - that I would repay ALL of the generous things that happened to me when I lived in New Orleans for anyone from New Orleans....

When I was in grad school I didn't have a car. This girl figured out I was riding the Elysian Fields bus from uptown to UNO every day and back at night. One day she said to me 'I don't know why the hell you didn't tell us you didn't have a car. get in my car and I'm takin' you home.' turns out she lived a few blocks from me and we're actually bestest friends and have been for years....

Jersey is a pain the a$$ driving anyway - wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy - least of all new to be friends.

That goes for you too Corona and anyone else who might need a ride if you're flying in for Crawfish Fest. I may not be able to accomodate everyone, but I'll try like hell.

[Corona]

Thanks sweetie but we're flying in to MDfest's place in Baltimore and then driving in the next day. What an awesome offer though. You got the spirit sister :)

[Amy Winette]

Possibility of a sell out? Well now you've got me moving, I'll buy tix now. We're still figuring out flights but at least I'll get this part taken care of.

[swag]

I'll be coming, assuming I'm not drowning in business travel come June. Tho' I may not know that until April sometime. Probably skipping the camping and staying with my step-sister in Goshen, about 40 minutes away.

[mightyradgumbo]

I am heading down from Boston. I have myself and my gear. I think it is about a 4 hour drive from my house to the area...so I got some room for someone in the area or on the way. Camping may sell out though,:eek: so I best get my rezzies in order

[ibjamn]

Holiday Inn Express, 9 mi from the fest is sold out.

[Crawfish Fest]

Awesome Michael! Good luck making it happen! So, any chance of us getting a mini-Threadhead village within Camp New Orleans? Can't hurt to ask, right? :D

we will need a list of people who already purchased camping tickets and place a comment on future ticket orders that you will be camping with the jazz fest t/heads in camp new orleans. We can do this pretty easy. We will not save the spots until tickets are purchased. See you in 90 days. Michael

[jazzykeb]

Awesome! Thanks Michael! Hey Theads, if you want, I can gather the list of folks for the Thead village and get the list to Michael. Email me at: kevin.mcguinness@att.net with your name and # of people in your party.

[tangledupinblue]

Hey Michael,
Is there enough room in Camping New Orleans for everyone? Would it be easier to put room aside in Baton Rouge and then people who are arriving late aren't trying to fit into a really small space.
Whatever works. I will be getting there early on Friday so I can meet up with Michael when I get there to set up and wait for everyone.
I will work in getting a list together for ya Mike. I know there are many of us that have already purchased. Can ya'll email me at
taj4167@yahoo.com
and give me your list of names so I can get this in order?

[jazzykeb]

Great minds think alike Blue! OK, I'll arm wrestle you for it.....nah, since more of these folks know you personally, lets leave the list in your very capable hands. I'll be there early too so I can help out.

[tangledupinblue]

Great minds think alike Blue! OK, I'll arm wrestle you for it.....nah, since more of these folks know you personally, lets leave the list in your very capable hands. I'll be there early too so I can help out.

I figured you and I would be there first on Friday so we can get the place ready!!! With beer in hand, of course! This will be one helluva time with so many more theads coming.

[NOLA]

Frank, do you have an rv?

No, but the website has a link to a place that rents RVs. So I was thinking of doing that instead of the hotel - especially since you said the nearby Holiday Inn is booked...

[Crawfish Fest]

Camp BR is low key and family orientated, so if u gonna party hard, lets keep it in NO, About how many people u talking about? The RV place is about 1/2 hour away, very nice people, mention us, u may get a discount, since u are not driving very far. The Best Western has a rate of 69.00 It will sell out too.
Michael

[tangledupinblue]

Well, I would say there would be at least 25 of us camping? Does that sound right guys? Please send me your info so Michael can help us out! taj4167@yahoo.com

[jazzykeb]

Hi Michael, one of my crew was just ordering tickets and did not see a place to add any comments about camping with the Jfest crew. Any advice?

[Crawfish Fest]

Hi Michael, one of my crew was just ordering tickets and did not see a place to add any comments about camping with the Jfest crew. Any advice?

upon checkout, at the bottom where u enter cc info, there is a box for additional info, put it in there
thanks
m

[jazzykeb]

Forget that question. They found the reference spot.

[Amy Winette]

Okay, couple of things:

Jenn, Frank said he found a room at the Best Western that is close.

Our tix are purchased (and received by email!) I did add a note about camping with threadheads in New Orleans area. Tangled, I'll email you as well.

[tangledupinblue]

sounds good Amy. Getting the list together.

[NOLA]

Okay, couple of things:

Jenn, Frank said he found a room at the Best Western that is close.

Our tix are purchased (and received by email!) I did add a note about camping with threadheads in New Orleans area. Tangled, I'll email you as well.

No problem getting the $69 rate for 3 nights. I may change my mind and decide to camp, but at least now I have the hotel option...

[mightyradgumbo]

Well, I would say there would be at least 25 of us camping? Does that sound right guys? Please send me your info so Michael can help us out! taj4167@yahoo.com

Blue, check ur mail. thanks

[tangledupinblue]

I received Amy's email but nothing from you gumbo....

[Corona]

Well, I would say there would be at least 25 of us camping? Does that sound right guys? Please send me your info so Michael can help us out! taj4167@yahoo.com
Mdfest has a whole krewe for Camp NO....I wonder if his numbers are in. I just emailed him as we're part of his krewe.....

[tangledupinblue]

Mdfest has a whole krewe for Camp NO....I wonder if his numbers are in. I just emailed him as we're part of his krewe.....

Yea, ask Brian to email me. I think he picked NO camp area when he and his krewe purchased the tic's. I think Michael would like a list of ALL of us so after I talk to Brian I will get his and then put it with the other list of additional theads...

[Amy Winette]

Yup, we're camping with those MDFesters too :)

[Crawfish Fest]

i don't need a list, just a head count of tickets already purchased
we will add that to the people who leave a note saying they are with you.
We just cant have another 30 try to come in at the last minute and be with the group
it;s easy now, but 2 weeks before the fest, i need it done.
i will be a wreck by then.
michael

[tangledupinblue]

No problem Michael. The head count I have now of already purchased people is 25. Those who buy from now on out must put the info for Michael to see.

Thanks so much Michael.

[jhjpotter]

we will need a list of people who already purchased camping tickets and place a comment on future ticket orders that you will be camping with the jazz fest t/heads in camp new orleans. We can do this pretty easy. We will not save the spots until tickets are purchased. See you in 90 days. MichaelThanks alot for doing this!! It'll be one helluva time!!

[tangledupinblue]

I know that Md (Brian) has at least 12 in his Krewe. Right Lis?
Let's get a number together for Michael by Monday.

[Corona]

I'm not sure, haven't hear back from him today....I'll try to find out though

[steeleye]

I'm bringing a krewe, too. Will get a count to Michael ASAP. This is gonna be great.

[tangledupinblue]

Bump to get the number of threadhead campers to Michael. I recieved a few emails but I know there are more of you out there....taj4167@yahoo.com

[Corona]

I'm not sure, haven't hear back from him today....I'll try to find out though
I talked to MD and he said he'll contact Michael yesterday or today. Michael, let me know if you've heard from him okay? I have no idea how many are in our krewe but I think it's a lot.

[Crawfish Fest]

I talked to MD and he said he'll contact Michael yesterday or today. Michael, let me know if you've heard from him okay? I have no idea how many are in our krewe but I think it's a lot.
I will be talking to melissa (mint girl) today. She is going to be the camping director again. We may do like you asked and create a t/head area. We are going to add 2 more bands to the DME Stage. Michael

[NOLA]

OK, folks, I'm in. Just bought the camping ticket (requesting the Threadhead area) and airline ticket. Can I get a Wooo-hoooooooooooooooo????

Who's keeping track of the Threadhead roster?

[tangledupinblue]

Nola you can email me and then I will coordinate with everyone else. I already have a list going and will compare it to MD's list.

taj4167@yahoo.com

[mightyradgumbo]

OK, folks, I'm in. Just bought the camping ticket (requesting the Threadhead area) and airline ticket. Can I get a Wooo-hoooooooooooooooo????

Who's keeping track of the Threadhead roster?

Wooo-hoooooooooooooooo for you NOLA!

This is going to be very cool indeed. Thanks Michael, Mint Girl Melissa, Blue and MD and everyone else in the co-ordination process.

[Corona]

I will be talking to melissa (mint girl) today. She is going to be the camping director again. We may do like you asked and create a t/head area. We are going to add 2 more bands to the DME Stage. Michael
ooh, you should grab the NewOrleans Underdawgs or the Hot 8 Brass band!! Are you familiar with the underdawgs Michael? Shamarr Allen of Rebirth, Willie Green from the Nevilles, Flee from Rebirth, Herb from Rebirth, Kenny Green and Elliott Cohn from Cosmic Sweat Society....a great funk band!!

(I'm sure you have your own plan though lol! )

[Corona]

OK, folks, I'm in. Just bought the camping ticket (requesting the Threadhead area) and airline ticket. Can I get a Wooo-hoooooooooooooooo????

Who's keeping track of the Threadhead roster?
WAHOOOOO for NOLA Frank!!!

[Crawfish Fest]

ooh, you should grab the NewOrleans Underdawgs or the Hot 8 Brass band!! Are you familiar with the underdawgs Michael? Shamarr Allen of Rebirth, Willie Green from the Nevilles, Flee from Rebirth, Herb from Rebirth, Kenny Green and Elliott Cohn from Cosmic Sweat Society....a great funk band!!

(I'm sure you have your own plan though lol! )

its gonna be juke joint/ roof raising kinda blues
i

[Corona]

cool!!! I can't wait to see who it is :)

[NOLA]

its gonna be juke joint/ roof raising kinda blues
i

I'm likin' the sound of that!

[tangledupinblue]

They sound pretty good if this is who Michael is speaking about.

http://www.jukejointband.com/demos.htm

[NeenAtlanta]

When ya'll get the final tally - the rest of us would be interested in just how many T-heads are camping together. It sounds like a helluva party, and something I'm going to try for in 2008.

[tangledupinblue]

When ya'll get the final tally - the rest of us would be interested in just how many T-heads are camping together. It sounds like a helluva party, and something I'm going to try for in 2008.

Will do Neen. This will be a crazy time for all of us nuts!

[jhjpotter]

Will do Neen. This will be a crazy time for all of us nuts!Wait a sec....Buncha t-heads, buncha crawfish, buncha nola bands, buncha booze, buncha supps, camping for several days, crazy? nah......;)

[Crawfish Fest]

how u like it now?
The Duke Robillard Band
The W.C. Handy Awards have named Robillard "Best Blues Guitarist" two years in a row (2000 and 2001), B.B. King says Duke’s "one of the great players," and the Houston Post called him "one of God’s guitarists." And the New York Times says Robillard is "a soloist of stunning force and originality." Duke has been nominated for a Grammy in the Best Traditional Blues Album category for his album "Guitar Groove-a-Rama"!

[funkkjunkie]

Crazy good.

[swag]

how u like it now?
The Duke Robillard Band
The W.C. Handy Awards have named Robillard "Best Blues Guitarist" two years in a row (2000 and 2001), B.B. King says Duke’s "one of the great players," and the Houston Post called him "one of God’s guitarists." And the New York Times says Robillard is "a soloist of stunning force and originality." Duke has been nominated for a Grammy in the Best Traditional Blues Album category for his album "Guitar Groove-a-Rama"!

Damn, nice. (And no bio needed).

[Corona]

oooh, my girl who's coming with me is gonna go nuts! She loves the roof raising blues :) Man this is gonna be a helluva great time! Thanks Michael :)

[mightyradgumbo]

Damn, nice. (And no bio needed).

YYR, Swag. Damn Nice indeed.

[Amy Winette]

WAHOOOOO for NOLA Frank!!!

YAY Frank!!!

Jello shots?? :)

[VWGal]

You can't go wrong with some Duke Robillard! You'll be a-jumpin! Wish I could go....:(

[NOLA]

Jello shots?? :)

Hmmm, need to find a camper with an RV willing to share some fridge space to make 'em, but a helluva idea! Maybe I can make them ahead of time and bring them on the plane in a cooler...but there might not be any left when I land!

[tangledupinblue]

I think I could handle making jello shots for all of us. I will be driving up early on Friday and it only takes us 2 hours, so my cooler should keep them nice and cold.

I will make many different flavors! Where can I buy those little plastic cups? Anyone know? I never see them in the grocery store. Used to use mini dixicups but these work best.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/klsarge/jello.jpg

[Crawfish Fest]

I talked to melissa, we are going to create Threadhead Village, near Camp Madisonville. The only way to know about it will be from this forum. She will need to know who has already bought tickets and did not leave a comment saying they would be camping with the threadheads. Same camping rules will apply to the village. http://www.crawfishfest.com/camping.htm We will not let anyone visit at night or during the day. Anyone who wants to enter the village will need a wristband. Please help me with this, I want it to be easy for all of us. She can be reached at melissa@crawfishfest.com It would be better if just one of you was the official contact person for the threadheads. As we get closer, i wont be lurking as often, thanks for the support. Michael

[Amy Winette]

Sweet, our own village!!

[tangledupinblue]

That is great Michael. I have a list started. I will email Brian for his list. Amy, did you put that you wanted in the threadhead area when you purchased your tic's?
Anyone else that emailed me with their list.....make sure you did not already mention that you were with the theads when you purchased.
For those that did not mention it please email me with your information.
taj4167@yahoo.com

[mightyradgumbo]

I think I could handle making jello shots for all of us. I will be driving up early on Friday and it only takes us 2 hours, so my cooler should keep them nice and cold.

I will make many different flavors! Where can I buy those little plastic cups? Anyone know? I never see them in the grocery store. Used to use mini dixicups but these work best.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/klsarge/jello.jpg


Tangie, If you have a food service store that sells to the public that is the type of place I get mine. Also the wholesale clubs hould have them as well. If you can't find them just let me know, I can pick some up and ship them, but I think you should be able to without a prollem

[Amy Winette]

Yep, I did say threadhead, and I told my friend Dennis to do so as well (not sure if he did)

[mightyradgumbo]

Sweet, our own village!!

Sweet indeed....Thanks Michael and Melissa.

[tangledupinblue]

Ok YA'LL I just emailed Melissa to let her know that we are very happy about our own village and that I would get a list to her in the next day or two.

PLEASE guys if you already purchased your tickets and did not mention "threadhead" camping then please email me with your list.
If you did mention threadhead camping then she will already have included you!

[jazzykeb]

All I can say is WOW! This was already an amazing fest, and Michael, Melissa and gang are just continuing to out do themselves. This is going to be one heckuva an event!

[NeenAtlanta]

I think I could handle making jello shots for all of us. I will be driving up early on Friday and it only takes us 2 hours, so my cooler should keep them nice and cold.

I will make many different flavors! Where can I buy those little plastic cups? Anyone know? I never see them in the grocery store. Used to use mini dixicups but these work best.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/klsarge/jello.jpg

Check to see if you have a Restaurant Supply store in your area. They will sell you STACKS of the little plastic cups with lids, which are very handy when you are making and toting a bunch of them in a cooler.

[tangledupinblue]

Thanks guys for the info on the jello shot cups. I will make LOTS of them.

[tangledupinblue]

All I can say is WOW! This was already an amazing fest, and Michael, Melissa and gang are just continuing to out do themselves. This is going to be one heckuva an event!

Kev, is the list you gave me names that were not told to Michael or Melissa already? When you purchased did you mention threadhead camping?

[jazzykeb]

Thats right Katy. Me +1 and Terry Reis + 2 bought tickets before the seperate area was offerred. We both listed Camp New Orleans as our preferred destination. Everyone else bought since and is listing the T-head camp on their order. Thanks for handling!

[Corona]

Kev, is the list you gave me names that were not told to Michael or Melissa already? When you purchased did you mention threadhead camping?
Tangie, did you connect with MDfest about this??