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Originally Posted by docost99
Hey, last fest I was GOOD! It's that Drew character that's a bad influence! And that was 4 years ago!


I vaguely recall an empty bottle of rum... was a fun night!!


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Originally I had every intention of making it this year, but the old hip ratcheted up the pain a couple notches which finally sent me to the orthopod for relief. Even though surgery is scheduled for after the fest, I couldn't endure an 18 hour drive, or even a flying/driving mix. I'll be channeling my presence through Ye Great Swami Grogel (Deluxe). whistle

It's a shame too, because I have a couple bottles of single malt that have labels that say "Only to be drank after hours at a Savage Fest". smile I wonder how that stuff will mix with the pain killers I know to be in my future? (Kidding!)


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Well that's too bad, but a chronic pain sorta dictates things. Good luck and get well. Savage Fest Annapolis '16?? A nominee anyway?
I will let Grogel speak for himself, but, the staff at Savage Fest will be completely supportive.

p.s.Send the bottles of single malt to Grogel in advance of 'Fest.



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Originally I had every intention of making it this year, but the old hip ratcheted up the pain a couple notches which finally sent me to the orthopod for relief. Even though surgery is scheduled for after the fest, I couldn't endure an 18 hour drive, or even a flying/driving mix. I'll be channeling my presence through Ye Great Swami Grogel (Deluxe). whistle

It's a shame too, because I have a couple bottles of single malt that have labels that say "Only to be drank after hours at a Savage Fest". smile I wonder how that stuff will mix with the pain killers I know to be in my future? (Kidding!)


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For those who will have some extra time, and those bringing family members that may not be as interested in just Savage's as they are and maybe looking for other activities, Prairie du Sac is in a very nice area of Wisconsin with many points of interest nearby. This area is where glaciated parts of the state which are to the north & east end and change to much rougher terrain south & west. Here are some quick notes on some places within about an hour or less drive -

There was already mention of Devil�s Lake State Park � 20 minutes. Devil's lake was created by a river and is one of very few natural lakes in areas of the state that were not covered by glaciers.

Wisconsin Dells, 40 minutes, Water Park Capitol of the World! - a great tourist trap

Circus World Museum in Baraboo , 22 minutes.

The Mid-Continent Railway Museum is about 20 minutes away. They are restoring three Steam Engines and are currently pulling all trains with diesel engines, for years all trains were pulled by steam power. Their engine 1385, a 4-6-0, was used to pull groupings of circus wagons from the Circus World Museum on several occasions in the past.

House on the Rock , near Spring Green, 40 minutes.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesen , near Spring Green, 35 minutes.

An interesting note about Spring Green, WI is who one former resident once associated with the Taliesen Fellowship was - ??? , she returned to her country of origin in the 1980's but later came back to the area and lived the last years of her life a little farther south near Richland Center, WI.

Wollersheim Winery , 10 minutes.

Cave of the Mounds , 40 minutes.

Ho-Chunk Casino , 25 minutes

Downtown Madison , 35 Minutes � UW Wisconsin and the Madison chain of lakes.

For the Muskie enthusiasts and other fishing- it is not in a prime Wisconsin Muskie area, but the last dam on the Wisconsin River before it meets the Mississippi is just north of town and it's sometimes great Walleye fishing below the dam (also might snag a paddle fish or hook into a Flathead Catfish and I expect the Asian flying carp to show up if they aren�t there already). The dam forms Lake Wisconsin , famous for walleye fishing but considered a sleeper Muskie lake by some.

The next dam is at Wisconsin Dells with some really good smallmouth bass and Walleye fishing below the dam and great scenery above and below.

The Madison chain of lakes have Muskie�s � Mendota , Monona , Waubesa and Kegonsa that are in a chain on the Yahara river and a smaller lake, Wingra , that drains into Monona but is separated by a small dam.

Wingra is the smallest but I believe it was managed as a Muskie lake at one time. � when the water is high enough at the right time of year Muskies from Monona can enter � Muskies at low water . The Henry Vilas Zoo is on the north bank of Lake Wingra.

Monona and Waubesa are connected by a navigable channel of the Yahara River and are considered the best Muskie lakes. It�s about 35 minutes to a boat launch on Lake Monona. There are small dams below Mendota and Waubesa. There are small boat locks on the dams but I do not know if they are operational anymore or not.

Mendota is by far the largest but is not considered a good Muskie lake. It�s known more for Walleye�s and panfish. The �Mendota Mental Health Institute� is on the North shore near Governor�s Island, it is were Ed Gein spent the last years of his life. I believe they still will not allow the showing of 'Pysco', or other films that may have even in some small way been based on his story, to the 'residents'.

On a similar note it�s also 40 minutes to Portage, WI and the Columbia Correctional Institution where Jeffery Dahmer was imprisoned and later killed.

It is strongly suggested not to pick up hitch hikers wearing orange jump suits near Lake Mendota or near Portage.

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Another nearby spot worth visiting is Aldo Leopold's shack (the land he writes about in "Sand County Almanac") near Baraboo. I was there a couple years ago and it's well worth a trip.

http://www.aldoleopold.org/Visit/Tours.shtml

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As most of you know, Wisconsin is known as the dairy state. I'm a former farm boy myself. There is no shortage of 5-star cheese stores in our area and I have attached a map, the shaded red areas are where top quality cheese can be found.
I'll be bringing a cheese platter to Savage Fest. Any of you have the courage to try aged brick or limburger? Ping me if you have a favorite cheese and I'll try to locate some.

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Originally Posted by Southern_WI_Savage
As most of you know, Wisconsin is known as the dairy state. I'm a former farm boy myself. There is no shortage of 5-star cheese stores in our area and I have attached a map, the shaded red areas are where top quality cheese can be found.
I'll be bringing a cheese platter to Savage Fest. Any of you have the courage to try aged brick or limburger? Ping me if you have a favorite cheese and I'll try to locate some.

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Are you bringing German beer, Stever?


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yes, but for after hours.


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Ralph got his dates confused so he has dropped out to go to Syracuse where he has tables reserved.

If anyone is looking to split a room I have one available now.



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Savage Fest at;
Sauk Prairie Community Center
730 Monroe St
Sauk City, WI 53583

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About a month to go and things are shaping up nicely.

Quite a few have already indicated attendance with tables and quite a few more have indicated attendance to enjoy Savage Fest.

The rough itinerary at the moment is:
Thursday evening social event for early arrivals.
Friday setup begins at noon and show thereafter. We'll meet for lunch prior and dinner on site.
Saturday Savage Fest all day!!! Lunch & dinner on site.
Sunday morning clean up.

PM me for Thursday & Friday info. Or any other info or questions.

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Sold out! thanks.


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Too bad about Ralph. He brings a lot of personality.


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Not to mention, some interesting stuff!


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Bummer! Missed him at Tulsa this year, now he won't be at the Fest. Great guy, lots of heart and lots of knowledge.


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OK boys,
I've lurked here long enough. Just got the time off work for Sept. 12-13, so count me in! Time for me to get more educated.

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Originally Posted by Shortgrub
OK boys,
I've lurked here long enough. Just got the time off work for Sept. 12-13, so count me in! Time for me to get more educated.



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BUNCH of Great Guys That always attend, and more than willing to share and help out
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At the last midwest fest there were several stock sets available for purchase. Is anyone bringing such a thing?


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At the last midwest fest there were several stock sets available for purchase. Is anyone bringing such a thing?


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