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Like to be able to make it myself.

Missed last year. My only Aunt was day to day with the big C. Funerel ended up being on the Saturday of the fest. sick

Would have rather been hangin out with you guys. wink

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Just got in from Lake Superior with fresh Lake Trout! Those of you who attended Mercer Sav Fest might remember fresh fish on the grill. Again in 2012 if this happens. And if I get a bear this fall, I promise bear brats. Best brats you'll ever have! And the bear will have been shot with a 99, probably 375 Win., although recently aquired 358 might work too. Last one was with 300 Savage.
The venue Steve is considering is 10 miles south of Mercer. Next to where real Dillinger shoot-out occurred as shown in recent Johnny Depp movie filled there. This resteraunt would be a great place for Savage fest participants to enjoy a Friday meal?
It is also only 5 miles from our shooting range, so opportunity to do some shooting again. Building is next to small airport for those who might fly in, although no regular scheduled flights.
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Crow, if you think its a pissing contest then that's your problem. All I've read from you since the '07 Fest is how high the price of gas is and how you can buy a nice 99 for $400. If you can buy anything but a gray rat for $400 I'll kiss your ass under the flag pole. I paid the price to fly from the left coast to the '07 Fest and drove to the canceled one in '08 and the one in Mercer in '09. I'd have gladly driven to the Fest in '10 if I hadn't had a conflicting commitment. If you want a Fest then quit making excuses and support one. I really don't care if you show up at one or not. As to my hosting a Fest, if you wouldn't drive to Wisconsin what would be the chances of you driving to Washington state? Its not about the price of gas or the distance to travel. Its about the shared knowledge and comradeship. If you don't feel that way then that's your choice but don't piss in someone else's cornflakes because you don't feel that you can afford to go. I'm sure that given your location there are plenty of collectible 99s within your self imposed travel limitations. I hope you find them. Take care and have a nice day.


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Thanks for your thoughts.

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My list of excuses:

'07 I did not trust my vehicle to make long trip carrying precious Savage cargo.
'08 Losing my job of 20 years.
'09 Had new job but not enough vacation time.
'10 Horrible boss at new job wants me to quit and denied my vacation request.
'11 Another new job (Thank God!) but no fest.

Maybe 2012 will be my year!


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I'm with you, 24. I think '12 will be my year too. Missed all the previous events because one thing or another.

By the way, what part of Texas is Wisconsin in? Its out there in West Texas isn't it?

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Sorry to hear the 2011 Savage Fest is not to be. I need another 99! I only have one and paid too much for it a few years ago. Now looking to get another at a more reasonable price, maybe something in .250 Savage. Can you just throw down cash and put the old Savage in the trunk and drive home? That would make a longer road trip worthwhile, maybe as part of summer vacation. Yeah, that's the ticket. Let me know when the next one goes down, I'll be there!


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We follow the rules. Stay tuned for the 2012 location and date.


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We just got specifics as to using Manitowish Community Center for Aug 3 - 5, 2012 (Steve see your messages) and to quarantee those dates decision (payment) has to be made in 3 weeks. After that they open dates for others. If we wait longer to decide then have to start process over again IF dates still open. No idea how fast dates fill in? Steve's and others decision to host in 2012 might be made easier if those who might attend and haven't chimed in yet, do so. I know it is long way off, but...
I did ask local sportsclub if they would allow membership to Canadians IF that is REALLY what might allow them to bring guns accross border (???) and club said OK. Would need more details on that!
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Bruce P.M. answered.
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I believe those dates would work for me.

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It may very well be possible for me to pick 1 or 2 of you up at the Green Bay airport on that Thursday or Friday and then cart your azz up there.


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I can not commit 100% but those dates are probably okay with me... be nice and cool up there compared to STL!


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Originally Posted by lovemy99
I can not commit 100% but those dates are probably okay with me... be nice and cool up there compared to STL!


The Building Is air conditioned. grin


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I'd like to be able to make it.

A lot of chit can happen in a year though wink grin

Last edited by 99guy; 08/30/11. Reason: Can't spell or type

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Looks like its on!!! August 3, 4 & 5, 2012.

Local hotels (small and not sure how fast they fill up):
Pea Patch Motel & Saloon, downtown Manitowish Waters, 715-543-2455.
Trails End, Manitowish Waters, 715-543-2340.
Timberline Inn, Manitowish Waters, 715-543-8080.
Sportsman's Resort Motel, Winchester, 715-686-2232.
Loon's Nest Motel, Mercer (11 miles from Fest) 715-476-2330.
Great Northern Motel, Mercer, 715-476-2440.

Closest commercial flights: Rhinelander, Wis (about 45 minute drive - probably locals could drive and pick up).
Ironwood, Mich (about 38 miles from Fest).
Central Wisconsin Airport, Mosinee, Wis is laargest airport in area ( about 120 miles to south).

More to follow, I'm sure.

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But it is nice to have 11 months notice to deflect stuff away. grin

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Seems y'all don't want any southerners around, seeing how these Fests are way the hell up north


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Originally Posted by billy336
Seems y'all don't want any southerners around, seeing how these Fests are way the hell up north

Dats because you talk funny dontchaknow.


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Originally Posted by billy336
Seems y'all don't want any southerners around, seeing how these Fests are way the hell up north


They have these things called airliners.. probably doesn't cost any more than driving it. Come on up, you'll enjoy it.

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