I'm going to be posting progress pics of a new hunting shack being constructed in Paradise. This is Brother Dave and Brother Bill's new house.

I'll let Bill and Dave fill in the details. I work for the construction company building the house. This pic is from last wed. We now have the floor on, and we are starting on the first story walls in the morning. I can't wait to haul all of the plywood up for the second story floor and roof............

Many more pictures to follow........

Is the trophy room full of water?

You're fired....

We figured you would want your own fishin' pond.....

It's been raining HARD............

Just for that, your house is going to be crooked...........

I guess it could be the pool...<grin>

Sweet! I been waitin to see some photo evidence that your actually earning your paychecks... Don't sweat the new pool, we'll just have to harvest a few seals...know any good taxidermists?

Actually, I filled the trophy room with rock and dirt. I then leveled it, and used a plate compactor to pack it down. So, it's not full of water, it's full of dirt, with a very shallow layer of water on top that didn't soak into my well compacted dirt. We will be putting foam on the dirt and then pouring a slab foundation for that part of the house.

Nothing is as fun as spreading two dumptruck loads of dirt by yourself..........

I hope you remembered to bury the....uh, item we talked about? I'd get the slab poured soon before the decomposition of the...item becomes apparent to the neighborhood via foul odor..

We are waiting for a roof before we pour. The smell will blend right in with the smell of dead humpies........

MB
Where are the anchors for the stripper pole? Women the size of the Brothers' intendeds need a serious anchor...
art

We are installing a 5x5x5 concrete anchor to serve those purposes. The brothers also had us install 2 1/2 inch plywood on the floor to insure that none of there heavy-duty cuties fall through...............

Good thinking!

WoW... that's one shallow crawl space! I'm thinkin' water's a problem? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

That the garage in the background?
Tell me it ain't the neighbors place...

Oh yeah, it's the neighbor....he loves us already...<grin>

I like the privacy wall...
Moved closer to the property line...w/a few spruces atop for decor.

Yeah, we're thinking the same.

Waterfront land in Paradise is in short supply...couldn't find any without neighbors.

Dave,

A few more pics of the progress.......


And this was how it looked when we quit today.......


Your house is going to be very tall. The 10' cealings will be awesome............

Personally me thinks a campfire house warming party is in the makings......

Mark D

Sweet...you guys are jammin'......thanks a bunch for the photos..

The Mother of All Spring Flings will make for a good housewarming............

I agree...though there will likely be several house warming parties, for various different participants.

I've already tapped some Bush Co. talent (x3) for one of the get-togethers.

That won't be the one we fly mom and dad up for....<grin>

This is gonna be a long, cool thread before it dies...

Yeah, it's going to look like a house when you guys get home. If you haven't talked to Chuck, call him and tell him if you want a 4' or a 6' door leading into the trophy room. We wasn't sure, so we couldn't finish framing in that wall. (notice it laying on the floor)

As an aside, Big Elk have been killed since it opened the 1st. I've heard of 4 confirmed kills.

Sorry I missed your call..........

I tried calling him several times today, and left messages to answer some of the questions he left on my voice mail.

That wasn't one of the questions.

I have no idea how wide that hallway is, so no idea how wide to make the door. All interior doors should be 8' high, and as long as I can get a drunk haidappotomus through the opening without bear grease, I'm cool....

Think about fitting that full-size brown bear mount in the room though...............(grin)

Somehow I gotta believe the plane tick would be $ well spent!

Just set the time, the Montana group will be more than willing to add something to the party.

Mark D

Plumb,square and dimensional...
Lookin' good
Dayum this is xciting!

Last time I was home there was nothing but footings...MB will have to keep us posted on the progress, in order to predict the timeframe...

I have no doubt it'll be worth the plane ride...<grin>

Yeah, pretty cool.....

Here is a portable stripper pole. Notice it comes packed in a nice gun case, so the old lady will think you are going on a hunting trip. I always travel with one.



This site should help accessorize the LOVE DEN.

Stripper Supplies

Perfect...

This is a non-permanent pole (not to be confused with the travel version). I find this one to be handy when you move around every couple of years. Of course you will probably opt for the permanet version.

I will say it is fun to watch it collapse in mid-spin during a Kid Rock song..............

Forgot to mention, it is rated for 250 pounds, so it might not handle the majority of Paradise women, but that is the fun of it.......

Now for some hidden vidcams...

Looks good man, I'm sure you'll get a long just fine with the neighbors!!! Kinda like the place we all lived in having the trucks with straight pipes, corvette, harley and a few snowmachines...our driveway looked like a drag strip and served well as one for a while (grin). When did we loose our focus in life?

You got a girlfriend...I got drunk....

Somebody needs to buy the place next door!

BW,

I was just thinking....... Are you going to be in town for Christmas? I wanna come play...............

No plans for travel right now except for a few days in early December.

I should also be here the first half of November.

Now that's what I'm talking about! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Joel,
Thanks for taking pictures, its great to see this thing progress.

Where's the "Cage" gonna be???? Ya gotta havva Cage!!!!!!!!!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Knowing what I do now...You always do the smartest thing!!!

Just wanted to be sure you are prepared when it comes time for the decorating. Happy to be of assistance. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/help.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />



TURN YOUR PAD INTO A...
LOVE SHACK!


By NIGEL FLEMING

WANNA take a babe to a romantic spot? Forget about costly restaurants and clubs and dangerous out-of- the-way spots.

Here's how to turn your own crib into a dynamite love shack.

"Forget about romantic strolls on a deserted beach," notes love therapist Nolan B. Schmitz in his startling new book, Cool Dudes, Hot Houses. "You could get mugged or step on a broken bottle. And don't bother with sexy ski resorts. You could break your leg skiing or freeze your butt off.

"If you want a truly romantic place to woo that cute little love honey you've been ogling for months, invite her to your pad, but not until you transform it into the most romantic place on earth."

Here are just some of Schmitz's suggestions.

Plant shrubs all around your house, and cut them to look like hearts. This will show that you are romantic and perhaps a little less masculine than Richard Simmons, but who cares? And if you really want to go nuts, trim one of the bushes to look like Cupid.

Paint your house a dreamy color. I suggest hot pink or red with yellow polka dots. This makes a statement about you. It screams, "I love color. I love women. I love you!" It might make another statement to the skinheads across the street, but that's their problem.

Make sure you have a fireplace in the master bedroom and in the family room, or whatever other room you reserve for intimate moments. (Avoid the bathroom to avoid methane gas explosions.) A warm crackling fire helps to remove inhibitions, as well as combat boots, a chastity belt, a muumuu or whatever else your foxy date is wearing.

Fill your bedroom with lots of sand. It worked for Brian Wilson in the s'60s and it can work for you. This way, you can lie on the "beach" without getting sunburned or seagulls-bombed. Make sure to include a beach umbrella, some folding chairs and a portable radio and you'll be playing Beach Blanket Bingo before your little Annette can moan, "Oh, Frankie . . . you're soooo romantic!"

Replace all your light-bulbs with candles. The soothing, flickering lights will definitely set the mood. They will also burn down your love shack if you're not careful, so don't be a moron and set the candles on the edges of tables or on top of a pile of old newspapers.

Pop in a romantic CD to set the mood for love. Some folks enjoy the sounds of nature, such as thunder, wind, waves or singing birds. Others get turned on by Usher or Alicia Keys. If the woman of your dreams is a little older, play some Frank Sinatra or Johnny Mathis. And if your babe has an AARP tattoo on her forearm, you might try Rudy Vallee.

What? You must be kidding....

Ned emailed me the same thing....<grin>

The lure is in the water.

You from California <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

Nearly as bad. Los Anchorage.
M

Does McMillan make Mcswirly vinyl siding??<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Very cool..

Mike

LOL!

How come nobody is ever working in the pics???? A bunch of drunken hunters, pole dancing in Alaska and grizzly bear rugs just doesn't quite seem right. That's it, I am wearing my cast iron chastity belt around you guys <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Flinch

LMAO! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Flinch, I'm 2000miles away and Bonzi is without supervision....that's why no one's ever working! Haven't seen any new pics lately, either..have we?!

I WAS going to say something nice obout your new flat <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />....but then you had to turn around act like a goober, yet again <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

It looks like you will have a nice view....you guys are lucky. When I look out the window...all I get is a view into the kitchen of the chubby lady that likes to walk around naked in the flat next to me, ugh! Trade ya <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

HoundGirl

It ain't luck...<grin>

Got any pics of the fat lady?

Well, since we know it ain't good looks or charm....it must be hard work, eh <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />?!

Pics of the chubby lady? I tried to get Ned to take some...so I could show this buddy of mine ( is that illegal <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> )....but he claims it makes him upset to his stomach to look at it....and I am too cowardess to do it myself. I do have her #, if you are interested <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />....she isn't bad look'in. Well, Ned said she looks like a wart hog....but he is mean and nit picky....especially with women that talk too much, lol?! She is constantly NEEDING him to work on her bike....and all she EVER talks about is her Weight Watchers Program (no, I am not kidding). She doesn't care much for me...especially since I told her about my new guns and upcoming hunt <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />...but she sure does fancy my Nedly!

HoundGirl

I probably couldn't smuggle her into Paradise past Bonzi anyway....

David, sounds like she mite be able to keep ALLLL the Bros. WARM........... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

LOL!

TFF!

Ummmm, sign me up for the Bush Co. Fling week!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I figured we could count on you that week...<grin>

I went shopping today for a House warming present..Something for the landscape...I'll post the pics of what I was looking at you guys decide what ya like best. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Heart shaped topiary, I hope! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
M

Well there were Wind Chimes..



Then a Topiary..not heart shaped but cool



Lawn Decorations


Then a couple Fountains


So What ya Think? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I think we're in trouble....though some of that would make good targets...<grin>

I think a group house warming present is in order. I am quite smitten with the BigStick windchimes, but my vote is for either the little pee-er <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> or the aligator chia pet! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
M

I snapped new pics today and I am in the process of uploading 4 of them.. It's gonna be awhile for the upload, but I'll post them when their ready.

This is fun watching the house being put together

Thanks for going out there and taking some pics man....looks good!

I took a bunch of pictures, but it's hard to see what's what with everything just framed..........

They might have the second story done by the time you guys get into town.. Sorry, no roof.

Looks a lot smaller than I envisioned.....

More pictures of a stagnated job-site.
How long b4 the water delam's the plywood?

Thnx for the pic update.Lookin good!

Dave,

As I said before, your house is going to be very tall. The trophy room will make it look bigger, and might fulfill your hopes and dreams.....:-)

I think you'll be happy about the size when you see it in person.

They are going to stagger the studs in the trophy room wall....right?

One might get the impression it rains a bit there... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I gotta feeling the suds studs will be staggering in the trophy room! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

LOL

Master Bonzi

Could you drill a few holes in the floor next time your there that standing water in the floor is really bothersome<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Great looking piece of Paradise going up!


Mike

Hey..that's a good idea....

Post more, MB...

I've been working out in the rain since June... It has been a rainy summer and a very rainy fall.

Dave,
I'm not working on your house right now, as I am off working on another project. I'm sure the trophy room will be done right.

I'm uploading more pics.... it's a very slow process

Yeah, that's painful...

On a serious note... aren't you going to use plywood on the walls in the trophy room and cover that with sheet rock? Seen too much stuff fall off walls and the plywood eliminates that... and it is fairly cheap.
art

Dave... A little bit different perspective

Bill, I heard from Big Momma that you are bringing down a certain someone with you... Tell her to bring down her friend who is a guide and was pictured in that fishing magazine, and we'll call it even for the pictures. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

BTW, I'm pretty sure the lower pic is your master bedroom/closet/bathroom. Then, on the right side of the pic is a bathroom and the laundry room? It's fun looking at these pics trying to remember what is what.

Yep, good guesses....thanks for the extra pics...

Art, we are going to plywood the trophy room walls. Interesting that the wall between the trophy room and the house is visible in this upper picture..and doesn't show a staggered stud system...looks more like that wall already has plywood...

Nice to see the progress regardless.....

I'm getting the feeling the house is too small....

How Many Sq Ft is it supposed to finish at?

What do you mean by staggered studs? I just know about 16" centers being fairly standard. What's the purpose?

I was never a framer...

Mike

I think the grand total will come out about 3700 sqft...

The way it was explained to me is when you use 2x4 studs on a 2x6 wall joist, the studs alternate flush with each side of the 2x6 joist so there is never any direct contact between each side of the wall via the stud. It helps dampen the sound transfer between the wall of two rooms... that way no one will here Joel in the trophy room with all his strippers.... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Cool!

That's going to be plenty big! Doesn't look that big in the pics..

Mike

my house was also too small to start out with...then I had to clean it...Maybe this one is a tad big.

Fletch was putting some sound board in some of my walls... he can probably give advice as he has had to deal with noise transfer problems a few times. I tired putting up soundboard after it was built then sheetrocking over it. Worked ok...kinda... but not like the double walls with air space, insulation and sound board before the dry wall.

Dave and Bill,

It's honking today, and winds of 90+ mph are expected. You boys are sure gonna miss out on some good lootin............

You best get out there and hold on to them walls so they don't blow over!! Second thought, never mind... let em go, next time Chuck can isntall the studs right... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Hey guys how come you're sheathing it in CDX rather than OSB? I'm finishing a spec house that I sheathed in CDX as well only cause I got a deal on CDX for $15.50 per sheet. Also only doing Tyvek around doors and windows as the engineer tells me they are finding wallrot on houses that have been wrapped completely with Tyvek. Makes some sense since you have vapor barrier on the other side of the insulation. I'd heed Art's advice on the plywood on all interior walls of the trophy room. Looking good though.

We remain ignorant of the techniques...and have no idea why or what, when it comes to your questions....

I guess we'll have to ask the builder when we get home!

Thanks, it's kind of nice to see it developing...can't wait to see it in person...

Here in Oregon (especially the rainy west side) the builders seal up the houses with Tyvek as soon as they can. The photos of that house look pretty soggy. How do you get the houses dried out prior to sealing them up to avoid the "killer mold," and mildew? Never been to AK (going next year) but all the photos I've seen look overcast or worse. Just curious.

TK2

Well at least you have good looking lumber! It's been tough sledding trying to find decent lumber this year, everything is rough as hell or crooked or split, heck sometimes you get the trifecta and get all three in one board. Bought some studs at Spenards, needed a few more and Home Depot was closer so picked up there. Not even the same dimensionally. Do you guys know where your lumber came from? I may build a duplex and a new house for us next year and am seriously considering flying outside to truck some up (know a local builder that does so). But if I can find your source I might be able to stay here.

Chime in too Joel where they getting all that good looking lumber.

Finally made it home today to check on the progress in person... only to find MB and a few of the other fellows hard at work. Hell, they even convinced Brother Dave and I to put down our beers for a minute to help raise an upper floor wall!

Street side....



Beach side...



Lookin up from the boat launch...



Second story wall just went up.... Brother Dave in the doorway.

It's actually starting to look like a house. Here I was begining to think that you AK boys really didn't know how to put a house together. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Love the view your gonna have. Awesome.



p.s. Elves know how to stack lumber piles.

Can't quite tell from the photos-- do all the headers meet building code and what code are you building under?? Just curious.
Jeff

Code! What code? If they wanted it built a certain way, they should say so in plain English and not be hinting at stuff in code form! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

Looking good!!!! The pole going on the beach side, in that section with the slider? That'd be a hell of a spot, watching the show with the bay in the background <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />! Spring Fling, here I come!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Hey with all the Alaska folks I met last spring in Austin TX at an ICC inspectors CEU class I figured the whole state was under code somehow.... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Wish I could see the headers at a different angle, something looks strange-- I can't quite place my finger on it though-- looks well built and solid but strange. Maybe the way it ties to 2x6 walls that we don't have in TX but should have to keep the friggin heat out.

Jeff

I can't comment on building codes, but from my experience with the fire codes, there is a big discrepency between what codes have been adopted by the state, and how well those codes are enforced by the state. Lets just say there simply aren't enough inspectors to go around, especially those parts where getting around is time consuming and spendy.

Which isn't to say there is any problem with the bros house, just an asside to the question about codes.

The house is starting to take shape and it's looking good from the pictures. Looks like it's going to be pretty big.

What type of heating system you guys going with?

Haidapotaheat? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> :M

Too cool! You boys gonna host a giant party when it is done <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!?

HoundGirl

i think what you're seeing is a 2 x 6 turned flat and nailed to the header from the under side. looks great.

Could be on the flat one. Its a shame I was not an inspector in 95 when we honeymooned in AK. It was the first time I'd seen 2x6 construction in walls. Yet I didn't pay much attention. Just looks interesting to me.

Jeff

Just a couple more....

B,
So when is the projected Grand Opening of the "Brothers Brothel"? I have a feeling it may be worth the trip! Looking good guys..

Jay

J,
We are figuring a little get-together in June is likely, though we hope to move in as soon as there's a [bleep] and a shower...possibly January.

There will be a series of house warmings, each aimed at a different audience. For example, the one you'll want to attend isn't likely to be the same one our folks fly up for....<grin>.

By the way, you get extra points for the Brother's Brothel term....

Just finished off a bottle of Vodka and the rest of this thread. Pretty funny....Elf, looks like we could put you to work!

To answer some of the questions... as far as heat, we're putting in those tubes that circulate hot water around the floor.

As for codes...I know there are some inspections lined up, but since we're outside any city, and i'm not even sure if we're in a borough, and there are no property taxes...I couldn't even guess at what codes apply.

Tomorrow Uncle Jim, the Brothers, and Uncle Tom head out for a week of Elk hunting down in Southeast Alaska...if the weather cooperates. There are closer elk nearby, but the Uncles drew two tags for an island in Southeast, so we're headed there to see what happens.

More to come...

M, you is funny....<grin>

Didn't know we were keepin' score. Thanks for spottin' me a few points... Now your gonna have to pull off an Upset. I already have the Bar and Pole..

You guys are livin' the life..

Jay

Here's my Bar in progress... You guys are welcome to belly-up anytime...

Jay

Something tells me I should be leary of any job offer that comes from Paradise. But I do like a challenge <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />




Codes? Who needs codes? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

David,
Whats being used for mass in the upstiars heat system?
Do the tubes lay between sleepers on the floor...
or are they on the bottom of the sub-floor?(ceiling of basement)

Lookin' good!

You guys are planning on holding "mass" upstairs!?!!! Man, I thought I'd read everything until this new bit of information.

ROTFLMAO!!<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Paul

Paul, my guess is they plan to have a few of the "faithfull" on their knees to receive their offerings and blessings.............whether that constitutes mass is a whole nuther gig! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> twas good Big Sky

NICE!!!!!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

You boys are all white trash..........(grin)

Just looking at those stairs is making my back hurt.

Most of the lumber is from canada. I'm not sure what company. The local stuff is junk, and the price is through the roof. The company I work for has it all barged in.................

The lumber seems to have a doug-fir look about it.
Tis a redder hue than it tis here.

Joel I noticed you guys wrapped the whole thing in Tyvek. Just curious and it was hard for me to not do it, but based on our engineer we only wrapped the doors and windows.

Some people claim that Tyvek breathes, but I know folks that use it for groundcloth on wet ground and they wouldn't if it was breathing that water back at them. So visqueen on the inside with acoustical sealant, Tyvek on the outside, where does the water go, specially as wet as that lumber got?

Randy
Big difference between breathing and letting droplets through. The ideal is to get the place dried in and get enough heat to dry it below 12-15%MC everywhere before hanging the vapor barrier inside.

You are correct though because the water has to vaporize before it can find a hole to leave through and this is not a great time of year to vaporize water in SE. The air is already hitting 100%RH every day! And seldom dropping below it.

And lighting salamanders in there will only put more water in the air...
art

the campfire b&b (brothers brothel)

cant wait for the brochure <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

the non use of osb impresses me.... working construction for almost 30years I feel osb is way overused....

View of the trophy room....

The view as seen from Dr Dave's bedroom....

Nice room..pool...room...whichever it holds water well. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

Yeah...not very deep though....<grin>

Thats water?! I thought it was baby oil from the show the night before....and she said she cleaned up before she left.....

I'm waiting for the "slug" trail across the bar..............

OOOOOOOHhhhhhhh, I LIKE the view from brother Dave's room!!!!!!!

PPPPPPLLLLeaseeeee tell me I'm invited for the "pole initiation" weekend???????

View from the top.....2nd floor...

Muley that last post didn't look quite right somehow!

I'm thinking a bit of editing could help maintain your normal masculine persona (grin)

You're invited....you can judge the talent show....

Dude..that was funny...

AWESOME view....even if all it seems to do is RAIN there. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" />


Boys..Baby oil on a pole dancer? Is that kinda like trying to catch a Greased Pig? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

Would be a real bitch to kill a B&C Bear,B&C Buck,catch a 20lb Steelie,Sluice untold limits of Puddle & Diving Ducks,all while scratching your nuts in your undies,off the front porch.

Am thinking she'll sing................................

Never seen a real live pig....though I've seen a few Haidappotomai slip from Brother Joel's grasp....?

Wouldn't want to be a neighbor......<grin>

Oh....they'll remember me.................(grin)

LOL -- assure my intentions are PURELY masculine (grin)!!!

Always happy to judge the talent!!!!

My specialty (BOSEG!!!!!!!)

Bill and Dave,

I stopped by your house today and it looks like the roofing will be going on soon. The roofing is on over the trophy room.

Everybody has to have something their great at I guess.. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Impressive view. Where is the hot tub you mentioned? Is there really going to be a stripper pole? You boys are full of it, I swear!!

HoundGirl

The hot tub goes on a landing over the water.

You'll see...

The young man just bought a hot tub and called his girlfriend and asked her to come over and try it out.
"What did you fill it with?" she asked.
"Water, of course, why?" he replied.
"Because I heard milk is the most sentual thing you can put in a hot tub." she said.
"You mean like pasturized?"
"No, up to my tits would be deep enough."
M

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Bill,

You coming home soon?

Won't be there til the 9th... brother Dave and Uncle Jim will be there on Wed. Need me to do some shopping in the big city?

LOL! Too funny...

LMAO. I'll save and email that one.

What's the word on the Love Shack? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Haven't seen any update's in a few days...

I'll try and take some pics today....

Hey Thanks.Your a good guy no matter what your friends say <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

I'd not want to know what my friends say....<grin>

Chartered a helicopter yesterday for a couple hours to try for an aerial shot...had a quick break in the weather and managed a pic...

Here's the latest......yes, I know our neighbor is too close...!

....so we buy the neighbor out.
Thats all...

Great View from above...Next time I ask for a picture update just take me up in the helicopter with you. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
The house is begining to shape up real well. How much longer before you can think about being in it? Guess when I'm visiting Martha I might have to take a side trip to take a tour. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

Not to worry...they'll be moving soon enough!

Anyone know where a guy can get glow in the dark skeet for those midnight trap sessions off the front porch?

Don't know about glow in the dark clays, but if you're stopping by the big city, swing in to costco and pick up one of the 15 mil candle power rechargable flashlights in the auto section, they're only $30! We were fiddling with one on the boat ride over to Montague, and it's a most impressive unit, could light stuff up miles away.

I'll have to forward you boys a video of my method of depresurizing 1# propane cans to make them "safe" for travel <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> hint, the full cans tend to blow out the iginition source, but 1/2 full ones are pretty cool <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Paul--is that missing a decimal point?? I've got a 1 meg in my truck, for safety purposes <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> but 15??? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />

I guess it'd have to be rechargeable. Plugging into a cig lighter in the truck might stall the engine! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Not a typo! I only regret not adding one to the shopping cart, will have to correct that next time through, and hopefully they still have some.

The captain was insistant we had that thing pointing out of the pilothouse when we lit it off <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

We were lighting up the navagation reflector on the North end of Culross island when we were about 4 miles away from it with it, during a light snow.

And I've been tellin everyone that the glare was just the asteroid belt meteor shower... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

best,
bhtr

I'm gonna put in a request, for one of those lights...a friend is coming out to hunt in a week or so and I'll make sure he brings one...

I heard on the news that the use of such illumination is receiving close scrutiny in Paradise. Waddaya hear there?

--Mike

I just got back from Costco to get my wife a birthday cake and some flowers, decided to pick up a flashlight for myself <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templa...Cpod0023486.jsp

Seems most places are charging $60-70 for these badboys, I couldn't pass up the $31 and change. Can't wait to charge this sucker up. The neighbor behind us complains he can't sleep when we leaver the 60W porchlight on in the back of the house. Can't wait to light up the yard so the kids can sled in the dark <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Please don't point that thing south....... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />

Yeehaw, we gonna be running the shallow rivers at night now!

1 million just gets sucked into the black hole, but 15 look out, it's gonna be cruising time.

I think you might actually boil the water with that sucker.






Mac

Paul, I've got two of those enroute to Paradise now..thanks for the tip...

Brothers, here are a couple of late entries for the name of your new digs. "Manland" or " The Mens Crisis Center". Steve

Huh? I thought all along it was "Paradise Home for Unwanted Concubines and Kinky Playmate Pets" But I hear they are just going to use an acronym, no clue what it will be! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Now that's phunny<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Paul

Somehow my boys have managed not to blind themselves, yet <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Lets just say it'll turn night into day.

nice digs.

Holy Moly..these lamps warrant a post unto themselves....watch for one in the near future...I've two in hand at the moment, and I'm gonna light [bleep] up tomorrow.....

I came back from cubscouts with the boys last night, and as I rounded the street a few houses up I saw some weird flashes and thought perhaps there was some heavy equipment backing around the court across the street from us, nope, twas my daughter playing with the spotlight. She even was kind enough to great me by shining it in my eyes.

The boys call it a lightsaber, one that's about a mile long. I figure it's only a matter of time before we get complaints from one of the neighbors.

Just don't point it at low flying aircraft

More Shack Pics....

This is the living room where the fireplace will go...

This is the kitchen, as seen from the living room....

The outside...some siding is up on the other sides, but not this side yet. Some windows are now in...

Finally some new pics of the LOVE SHACK ..Looking Good!

Oh, THAT is one FINE view! Okay....you NEED a REALLY good decor person!!! You need someone that can make that place SCREAM "cool". I am not cheap, mind you, but I have been known to make chicken salad out of chicken [bleep]....you should see what I can do with a 100.00 paper backs (see pics of my own flat) <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

Nice to see it coming along for you....hope you are having a nice Holiday with your family.....too bad November weren't eternity....except with better luck...eh??? LOL...

Be safe!

HoundGirl

DavidAK311 has been known to make people scream "cool" or "Oh GOD", or something like that...

Oh, good grief <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

HEY, where have you been??? Hope you had a nice Holiday with your family!

HoundGirl

I just signed on tonight to give you a hard time, I've been working way too much for playing on the computer lately....

I'm glad to see the house is getting sealed up now. The standing water on the floors was REALLY bugging me! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
222

"The standing water on the floors was REALLY bugging me! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> "

Rem, You're not the only one- itwas giving me the willies everytime I saw it.

-Avery nice house taking shape here. Thanks for the pictures.

Good progress being made--coming along nicely. Are you putting in a free-standing fireplace or wood stove?

Send the "wet" pictures to FEMA..they might be worth a few bucks ($)!


--Mike

Lookin' Good!

Is that Brother Bill moving plywood! Don't hurt yourselves..........:-)

Hey Dan, it must have something to do with us being from dry climates. It doesn't even seem to phase the 49th staters---------not that there's anything they could do about it anyway.

Why do the lyrics to Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy) go through my head every time I open this thread? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

Brothers,

You guys have picked an outstandingly beautiful corner of the world to build in.

Simply amazing.

Congrats!!!

I really don't know. Perhaps listening to GOOD country and western would allow better songs to come through. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
222

222- you mean the act that sings about "Bang in your ying-yang" isn't the pinnacle? While it may not be good c&w music, the lyrics to Save a Horse are awfully fitting for the owners of the "Love Shack!" Right down to buying the bar a double round of Crown! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Looks like the place is coming together nicely.

It's coming along slowly...wish things would pick up a bit....

Houndgirl, I don't even know what decor means...<grin>

But I will agree...I wish November rut lasted forever....

Sorry man, I've always changed the station before I could learn the lyrics. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> I'm very unimpressed with the direction that C&W has headed in the last several years. There are still a few good acts out there, but they're outnumbered. Don't take this as a personal flame, I'm just venting one of my frustrations about the world changing around me.
222

Nice "Huntin' Shack" you got there David.

Is it too late for a time share?

My boss is just startin' his retirement place in Hollis near the IFA terminal. He's been trying to talk us into working for a week for a hunting time share.

I know I'd get screwed. "Any week in Jan or Feb is yours" he'd say.

MM

Snapped a few photos today whilst at the house. Nothing too big to report, other than some siding and some windows. Some of the doors arrived today and they will be setting the cedar logs for the covered front porch tomorrow...







I'm waaaay glad we made the last minute change, and placed two more windows above the end wall... it lets in lots of sunlight in the late afternoon.....

As an aside.. you might notice the lack of cloud cover... Not bad fer November....

I like the metal roofing. I need to have the roof redone one of these days, and was thinking metal was the way to go.

This new stuff that hides the screws is nice and clean looking... even if we weren't using the roof runoff as our water source I'd go with metal.... IMO it looks better than asphalt shingles....

Now all you need is a widow's walk to get rid of excess beer!
art

Hey Bill or Dave are you guys gonna have snowhooks put on the roof? Or is there enough snow there to even worry about it? I built a 24x32 log cabin with metal roof and after last spring decided it needed snowguards!

House looks good guys .

I know what you mean about moving slow, I'm laying floor in the little spec home I'm building, I'm sick of seeing the place.

I'm not exactly sure what the snow hooks are... but there is a strip of sheet metal on the main roof, just above the edge that I believe is to keep snow from sliding off. They just haven't installed it over the trophy room yet... we get a couple of inches accumulation every once in a while, but its enough to warrant having them....

Ahhh I see them now, twas a better shot of the trophy room so I didn't peruse the main roof as closely as I should have.

You'll be glad you have them, if just a couple of inches of accumulation is all you get. I'm having to do 3-4 rows of them across the roof for the heavier snow loads we get. Big load of snow with ice on the bottom is an impressive sight when it turns loose, RIGHT NOW, on a pretty spring day.

Let me know if you're gonna be in Fairbanks again, I'll buy you a beer. Last time you were gone by the time I read the post you had even been here.

Looking good...where is the Bar-b-que pit going to go?

Lookin real good!
Thats a huge place.

Nice to see new pics...I'm hoping you're out hunting today? Being at work sucks...

TLFW, we're gonna need the smoker hookup before spring!

It is starting to look like a good sized place...

ohhhhh...i took a picture today of a vacuum packer.

I'm road hunting today.Took some meat to have ground into sausage...Missed my trophy last week-end.The scenario plays through my mind several times daily,and again at bedtime.
[img][image]http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y48/Jed1899/vacuum.jpg[/img][/image]

What was her name?

oh.... THAT kind of vacuum packer... that thing is sweet!

Think we need one of those...

Like this:

http://www.abcoffice.com/mvs-31.htm

She says hers was a small one and hinted at a 3700$ price tag.

the meat grinder...
no pardoning the pun here...
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LMAO!

That twas funny

Dude..that is funny.

Those last pictures look pretty good....Brother Bill, did you stain the inside window frames yet?

Swung by the house today.... just in time to see them set the second cedar pole outside the house. These will be the corner posts for the covered front porch.... Am thinkin tomorrow they'll be settin some roof joists atop. Should change the look of the house dramatically when done.....





Stick and I are gonna hit the big buck patch early AM... but will try and get a few more shots on the way back through.....

P..R..O..C..R..A..S..T..I..N..A..T..I..O..N..... Dude... who stains windows during the rut? Not this cat......

That top layer of Typar is upside down. Must been the Preachers work. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

He does decent work when he's sober...

I'm liking the way those look....

Glad you're not working on the house...this way I don't feel bad about not doing anything there the whole time I was home...

Swung by the house on the way in from the woods today.... tis pretty damn impressive when you walk up to it.....

Looks like we need some plans to dress that up nicely....big stairs, lighting, etc...

Looks kickass....

At least them boys are at work every time I see a pic.....<grin>

You mentioned runoff as a water source. Is there no county/city water or option of a drilled well?


Mike

No city water option there, and there's solid rock just a few feet down so we were advised that a well wasn't an option.....

Okay....it is really starting to look like a nice flat....you need prefered "lighting" with a lot of direction...and lots of interior color (dark reds and dark greens to accent the lighter wood) will make it rock a'bobawab south! What are you sportin', as far as an entry goes??? BTW, is the main fireplace solid rock? Details, man <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!!!

ETA: Oooops...just realized you were refering to the OUTSIDE....let me know when you need advice on "chick friendly" INTERIOR decor <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!!!!

HoundGirl

The fireplace will be gas, though it'll be surrrounded by rock....if that's what you mean...?

Chick friendly interior means lots of mirrors around the stripper pole?

Looks like there's lots of room to hang deer, under the overhang out front....

There is a front... and there is a rear.

I think she means we should put on a door, Beavis....

All that stripper talk had my mind wandering... thanks for the clarification.

I don't believe, for a second, that there will be "stripper poles" in that house <shakes head>! You are both so full of [bleep] that it is surprising the two of you can see to use the keyboard <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

BTW- trust me on the dark reds and greens....with directed lighting (accented with light brown leather and wood).....I do color in my sleep....and I am GOOD....maybe I need a change in careers, eh <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />! Nah, WAY too much fun getting paid to look at critters in the field <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />....even if it doesn't pay all the bills <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

HEY....where is that hot tub Brother Dave was braggin about??? Eh???

HoundGirl

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HoundGirl


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There is a front... and there is a rear.

I believe the right answer is "wood!" <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />
art

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Art

+1

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Bro's,

Nice looking pad! You guys done good...

When's the party?

JH

Yep, and the "Welcome doormat" is gonna read: "Liquor in the front and Poker in the back" No puns intended. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Too funny, that is good <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

And its about time you made a post, Kodiman. Where the hell ya been?????

I think all three of you played that one perfectly.........Loved it !
<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Turds!!!

HoundGirl

Guilty as charged! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

Is that a confession or a verdict ?


Edited: That was initially aimed at Sitka deer, but it is hereby offered to Houndgirl too...

In this case, one follows the other... LOL

Poster: Sitka deer
Subject: Re: Paradise Hunting Shack..........



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There is a front... and there is a rear.

I believe the right answer is "wood!"




<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> was waiting for that one.

Dave, help me out here. What language is she speaking? Did anybody else understand any of that?

I believe it has something to do with the color of the ceilings in the bedroom. For some reason, women find that interesting. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

If it weren't coming from a woman, I'd think it were queer interior designer speak.

Queer Eye for the 24hour Campfire Member? That would be a show I'd watch!

Stick could be the first makeover. I'm laffin thinking about it.




Mac

Um...I wouldn't bet the horse on that there claim, cowboy. Pretty sure my Ned knows the "ceiling" a tad better than I do....I'll have to ask if he wants to change the color <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />!

HoundGirl <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

...and who is calling who a cowboy (or in this case a cowgirl)?? Glad to hear Ned is more familiar with the ceiling than he is with the pillow.....

Well, coming form the "pillow" king himself....I will give Ned your 'good to hear" wishes!!!

HoundGirl <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Swung by the house today, to see how it's looking. Thought the siding looked pretty good....



Guess Brother Bill's down in the States doing a little shopping, as our bank account took a hit today, and he sent these links....











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Hope the MILF comes with the appliances...

Bro Bill has gr8 taste.
How much was the apron clad chicky?
She looks a tad frail for tossin about the kitchen.

That is a lot of gun money wrapped up in some schitt you aint ever gonna use. I suggest you have a drink or two and think it over one more time <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Looks good Dave. I'm impressed. I was wondering what the house looked like.

Use your coleman and spend the rest getting a super cub on floats tied up to your dock!!! Wish I would have....

Yeah, she's the new camp cook.....grin.

Wish the inside was coming along as fast as the outside....

A super cub is the last thing we need....

I'm thinking Beaver....though it's nothing new.

And the only thing it has in common with an airplane is it's expensive!
M

The place is looking good.

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I like the new avitar... They have some cool shirts there<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Paul

It shrunk up kinda funny....but I'll fix it when I get time....<grin>

speakin of Beavis...he still stateside?

Sounds like a personal problem to me! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />
M

Direct hit !

Not only that, but if you land in the wrong spot, you will be in "sh*t" <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

You guys really know how to ruin a neighborhood!

It's ok to take the stickers offa the windows now.

Jed...

I would, if I was there!

Art...
You sound like my neighbors....<grin>

out playing in the Helicopter again I see.

The house is looking awesome.

Thanks Elf! Actually, it's just a Cherokee 6, low fixed-wing that we fly to/from in...no helicopter involved...<grin>

It may look different from the ground, but from the aerial pic it looks like there is a big ol' snag to the right of the house within striking range......and leaning toward it !


Borrow a saw from 'Stick, and have him film you cutting it !
<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

This must be the view the first drunk gets, laying on his back after falling off the rocks...




Actually, it may happen more than once. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Funny, I never noticed that...!

Not sure about me running a saw...though it might be some entertaining footage...wonder if the Lifeflight boys can land on water?

Actually, we'll need some serious railing at the top....it's a good drop, and nothing soft about the landing.

Unless the Haidappotamus breaks your fall....

So now your going to commision a haidappotmus proof railing? Might need to contact the DOT for plans.

Course even that can't be guaranteed, if MB is riding'em from behind, as is his tradition. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

MARTHA P!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

Where is the hot tub for 10???

HoundGirl

I didn't say THAT!
M

You been framed...<grin>

HG, the hot tub is at the bottom of a loooong prioritized list of things to get done.

Never fear, it'll be in place when you get here. Prior to that, however, there's a million hassles to deal with and it ain't fun at the moment.

This is a serious pain in the azz...though I just went back to page 1, pic1 of this thread and have to admit we're making progress.

Such projects could drive a man to drink....<grin>

Please really..You needing a reason to drink? Not buying into that one. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Quite a few decisions...and only one choice...And if ya screw it up...it's all on you.
I swore off building another new house.
Your reminding me why.

Tsk....tsk....priorities.....who needs a kitchen, or proper decor, when you have 10 person hot tub to play in <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

Really, it looks great....no need to sweat balls on it....perception is reality....it will be done before you know it....until then....it just 'looks' cool....!

Now, what color will the hot tub be <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />??

HoundGirl

Just guessing but if the brothers have their way, I'd wager the inside of the hot tub will be rosy flesh colored.

Hey David, looks like the "shack" is coming together nicely for ya bud... way ta go!

1)Garage...75K
2)Finish basement...20K
3)Stain House again...2K
4)landscaping...50K
5)outdoor wood furnace...10K
6)finish deck...5k
7)hot tub...5K
Building your own place....Priceless!
(tis a pun there)

Bump... so i can add deck pictures when i upload them

You guys ain't done yet, must be a union job <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

It's one of 3 we did this fall/winter. Union.... yeah right. This job is the furthest from a union a guy could get.........

Things are bogged down at the moment...<grin>

Might I add, that i'm not sure if the deck is beefy enough to handle the weight of the grill the brothers have waiting for it's first steaks..........

The sucker is huge

the girls got stuck in the carwash again????? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> 721

geez,

with the speed of the internet connection here, the pics will be uploaded in about a week.............

These are the pics of the infamous deck... I didn't take as many as i would have liked, and it's snowing to hard to drive back out there for more pics. Keep in mind that this is the UPPER level. That means that their is a lower level... It's freakin' cool, and the brothers scored some good wood for this deck.

I do not envy you guys for needing to maintain that cedar deck but it sure looks sweet now.

Thanks for posting the pics, dude...!

Looks good, though I already wish it was bigger.

'Bout time for the first BBQ!

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />OMGOSH!!!!!!!! BEAUTIFUL.....what is her name????

HoundGirl

Well I see that you had the railing designed to keep Big Stick from falling off the deck, but what about you taller boys? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
Or did you figure you won't be in an upright position that much? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Anyway, great looking place, I would not mind living there at all.

Ooops....nice deck, as well :-).

HoundGirl

All it is missing is HG posing in the hot tub. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

D (Black Dog) and M (Yellow Dog)

Oh sure, now you start pulling out the bait to pull in HG, I ain't got a dog, so I am out of luck.

Unless I can get her interested in an old cur like me. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

M is the secret weapon............

This pic looks cool....can you re-load it to photobucket..?

Are those Milgard Windows? Those are made here in town, (Hollister) I didn't know they were sold ouside of our area.

They have a very good reputation.

You guys have done a great job.

Yep, they're Milgard...shoulda had you bring 'em up...<grin>

It looks great..I was just wondering if there was going to be an update soon.

BTW great looking Dogs. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

yeah, i don't know what happened to that pic. I'll give it another try

I know, for a second I thought Brother Dave had gotten himself a dog....then I realized the beauty was Master B's dog....took me a minute to figure out the post was about a new deck <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> !

Master B- both dogs are beauties <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" />........

HoundGirl

I got to ask for clarification, that isn't really a hunting shack, right? I mean somebody has this as their primary residence right?

If not, that has to be the nicest hunting "shack" I have ever seen.

Shameless repost, as the thread was polluted with pooch pics....<grin>

Actually, it's an expensive Houndgirl trap...

The mechanical part of the trap is coming along nicely... where's the bait?

Oh, the replies that come to mind....<grin>

Actually, it's an expensive Houndgirl trap...


Well if that don't do it, I guess it just aint gonna happen.

Is that the banker sulking on the deck and pulling his hair out? It's pretty high up...just make a dog run with some harnesses for your friends, you'll just hang up your shotgun on the rail shooting skeet. I think Stick is tough enough to be allowed to roam freely, 20 foot fall would probably be like going to the Chiropractor for him.

Man O' Man -

Life sure won't suck to Bar-B-Que off that deck...except for the view. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />

MB - Great job! Get off your frozen tail (I thought you guys were tough) and bring on to us more pictures...

Hey, you have to remember they are non union, so not as tough. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
So imagine the cold is getting to MB, either that or he is in training for his upcoming bout. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

What's the best way to seal/protect the cedar decking and siding...anyone know?

David,

I used to really like the Behr Rawhide products for the cedar siding on our house with southern exposure. But they have changed the frigging formula due to government regs!

I bought up the last of the 5 gallon cans SBS had here a few years ago.

I'd take a look at the Superdeck products I guess, Rivers Woods sells it here and the guy that runs the place is long on quality and value and I trust them. It's what they carry.

BTW, place looks great, let us know if any HG's spring the trap! (grin)

Randy
Was NOT Gov regs that shut down Behr RAwhide. It was their application schedule. If they had kept the product it would have folded them. They were suggesting several coats too many and the result was a plasticized house with water underneath.

When the water boiled its way out on hot days it took a lot out of the finish and when trapped in the wood after the cracking it turned black. If you put the stuff on and did not follow their directions you will be alright. It is not bad product.
art

Thanks Art, evidently got some bad info when I "asked SBS" (grin)

Chit! There was directions with the stuff??????? Who'd a thunk it?

I've got a question for you Alaskan's - the Hunting Shack and other's in the pic's are covered in wood siding, but why? It looks like with all the rain up there brick or aluminum siding, or something else would be a better choice.

You have to remember they are in the backwoods.
They are not up on the latest technological changes in building materials. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Dave
Go with Superdeck products. I had to sand all that rawhide off a 2800 SQ. FT. log home after black mold started to grow under the coating. I applied superdeck stain when I was done and that was five years ago. It still looks like new.

Cedar is the ONLY way to go in Paradise....

Seakins (sp?) is expensive, but is what is used for most cedar applications up here. Dave, we might have a deck painting party when you get up here, if the weather permits.

I've recently retired from the construction industry, and living a life of luxury in a full-time position in paradise that is more friendly to my hunting and fishing addiction...........

I hope your retirement schedule allows you to moonlight as a deck stainer and rock hanger...?

jds, we went with what looks good, not necessarily what's best for the long run.

Kinda like my criteria for chicks...

Tis true, I think his boards are like his broads, as long as they look half decent and can stand being nailed. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I knew there had to be a reason and I guess that one is as good as any...

I'm looking forward to some 'rock work and some staining...

Very cool deck, brothers!

Very nice work, Bonzi!

--Mike

I wanna see the Trap Thrower mounted on the deck railing,in the next picture installment.

Have gun,WILL travel.................(grin)

Hmm. Shoulda curbed the cash flow...and gotten yourself a dog...and a little log cabin with a wood-burning fireplace....set deep in the forest....at least 100 miles from the nearest person.....but chances are grand you'll catch something with that big ole fancy house of yours....

BTW- where is that 10 person hot tub you mentioned <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />?

HoundGirl

I'm not a carpender, just a Bitch-Boy who worked for a very good carpender. I can't take any credit for that house..........

Now she tells me....

Forest service has those scattered all over the state for around $30.00 a night. I certainly don't dare to make an offer after the last love note you sent me<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

you go and spend all that jack for a big fancy house and she wants a shack in the back....... maybe you could build a little shack in the back...... to lock her in....between hottub "sessions"!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> 721

the smack shack....? <grin>

the SNACK shack??????

So that makes you the supervisor...

MB-

In Texas...your called a "catfish." Mud sucking bottom dweller...

Candy shack

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Uh...heh...heh...

You mean you didn't appreciate my colorful reply to the PM that a certain someone sent me about their lingual talents????

HoundGirl

Sounds like you guys were hot and heavy on the PM's that night...

The certain someone got one brief, but descriptive, reply. If I recall, he went by the name "Meat"....and I delighted in the pleasure of giving him a more fitting name.....

HoundGirl

What's the best way to seal/protect the cedar decking and siding...anyone know?

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Ya, bring a few up us up there to hunt, and let us do it.

The best stuff I've found for my red cedar deck is made by Olympic. It's a premium deck stain (tinted or clear) with a 2-yr warranty. It definately lasts 2+ years and that's saying something. Most of the crap with a 1 yr warranty won't even last that.

MM

What's the best way to seal/protect the cedar decking and siding...anyone know?

Depends on how much you want to spend and how long you want it to last.

For real serious money but a permanent solution, you can use a penatrating epoxy.

Do a Gooogle search for Smith's penetrating epoxy. Otherwise known as CPES.

It's widely used in the wood boat world and I have used it also.

Hard to tell if it's worth it for a deck though....

Can't take any credit for those spelling lessons either!
CC

I learned how to spell in the Coast Guard..........

CC
Kodiak-bound?
art

Grabbed some updated photos on my way in yesterday...

Those were the side stairs, and the front porch was added recently also...

Lower deck..

David,

Looking at the aerial pic it appears that you are close to the mouth of a creek, Eh? The orientation of the boat and the current flow seem too much for a tidal influence.

Great shots.

best,
bhtr

Actually, it's tide. If you imagine a big cove, with the open end choked by an island...all the current passes through a channel on each side of the island, one of which is right in front of the house.

At tide change, the water boils through like rapids...looks like a river from the air.

The photo above was taken near the peak of high tide, so the water movement was fairly minimal, comparatively.

as some of the local bretheren would say "phat crib yo!"

Sir, I have been following this thread from the begining and have really enjoyed it. I must say that I am insanely jealous and the pictures are great. What does a place like that cost land and all if you dont mind saying? PM me if you would prefer.

Beautiful

JAC

I'm guessing there are alot of child support payments tied up there...

We had a near 24' combined tide,the other day. I tried to video both extremes,to illustrate the magnitude.

Turned out pretty good.

Tried any Steelheading yet?................

No fishing yet, helped The Pimp swap boat batteries today, and helped his friend Jim pour footings for his new place. Gonna steal The Boy from school tomorrow and get him into some metalheads.

Things are hectic, after being gone two weeks...gotta keep everyone rolling and try to get this damn place finished!

justacop, PM sent...

Stick, check your PM's...

Replied to.

Won't be back online,until tomorrow.......................

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Looks great. Which rooms are those that have the view (the ones in the pics...with access to the deck)?

HoundGirl

My room, Family room, and one of the spare bedrooms have the view...on the downstairs, though the spare room doesn't have deck access. Four sets of french doors were all we could afford. Dining room and Sitting room upstairs have access to the deck, and a view. Don't ask me why the Family and Sitting rooms are named so, it was on the plans...

Coming along nicely I'd say. Can't wait to see it in person! Nov...what?

Check your PM's - got boat info for you.

You can put your tent on the deck...<grin>

Could'a sworn I saw a camper in the background on the overflight - what's the rent on that?

I was wondering about the weekly rate for that spare bedroom with the view<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

That is truly an awesome place!

Mike

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"fly" phishing ?

One of the neatest threads I've seen on the 'net....and quite a nifty home you're building there David. Hope you enjoy it for many years...

Dan

I have house envy..... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
M

Well...glad you guys like the pics. Kinda funny, building a house on the 'net...!

We're gonna turn it into a kayaking resort/lodge...Stick is gonna be the kayak guide....<grin>

Is he gonna teach fly-swatting, too?

Just thought I'd toss this back in for perspective. Come a looong way in 4 months! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />


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Looks like the neighbor has a guest house for his buddies??? You gonna let him one up you before you even move in <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
After a closer look I see you do have a guest house for me, the trailer.

Place looks really good Dave and Bill! BTW where is Bill, working? Nice location, beautiful house, where's the stripper pole? Is that why it's called the sitting room? Kinda hard to get a lap dance if you don't make a lap I guess.

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />Oh MissT your bad... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Stick,

If you get the opportunity, I for one would like to see those pics. I'm accustomed to large tidal swings...but the difference here is so much flat ground! (Even one in Alaska could be considered a "flatlander," eh? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />)



David,

South of us on the lower peninsula are a couple of places that have a narrows that really rock and roll! The narrow channel seperating Tutka lagoon from Tutka bay really rocks when the tide is going out! Now that I think about it, the scenery there mimicks those in your pics...other than of course, the swell batchl'r pad is missin' <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

best,
bhtr

Boondocker, I hope he gets the rails up before we're tenting on the deck!
Dave's view is a lot better than my current location! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

I say we pool our cash and buy out the neighbor! All in favor say "AYE"! I know 375 is in, what about you slayer?

Dave, Tory, check your PM's - new boat pics!

ironbender....i guess we have come a ways in those 4 months....but I'm starting to fear it'll be another 4 before I get to move in!

1ak, Brother Bill is face down on the beach in Cabo..leaving me here to toil alone!

I'm thinking the Family room is gonna be the perfect place for the pole....<grin>

bhtr, I know the spot! The currents there can move.......

kenaislayer, I'm guessing you've seen boondocker's new boat pics? I think the boy did good! Kinda brings a tear to my eye.....you raise 'em right, and they make you so proud...

Way to go DAD!<grin>

I can't wait to see it in the water!

Any Bookings Yet?

Wull, gee paw - one thing I learned from you is...I'm ain't rich enough to buy junk! I think it will do the trick nicely. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Now finish the shack, we got some serious team building to do!

Slayer - first booking is black bear hunting this spring. Weren't you going to buy a new rifle to try out in PWS?

I bet Dave is thinking he ain't rich enough to have a hunting shack right about now. Grin

If he'd charge for some of those trips ( other than the liquid currency!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />) He might be able to get that Hot tub houndgirl is always talking about!

Did a walk-through with the electricians tonight....should have seen the look on them good ol' boys faces when I told 'em they had 4000 feet of A/V wiring to run in the walls. They've never even heard of such a thing. Mind you, they're all pretty good at wiring a house, there's just never been much call for A/V diagrams in the Indian Village.

Their comments ranged from calling the A/V centers "mission control", to saying space shuttles have less cables.

One guy laughingly told me the house will never blow down in the wind, with "that web of wires" spun through the walls.

Life in a small town...

Re-reading that post gives me the impression that I came across a little snobbish. That wasn't the intent. Just found it funny that what's common place in bigger cities seems outlandish to folks here sometimes.

They might get the last laugh after all....when the house is half finished and Brother Bill and I are broke........<grin>

56" plasma in every room?

Dude,

you have just enough cash left for a good breakfast at RA's...

DavidAk311 - I've gone through all 19 pages of this thread and all I can say is "WOW" that's one heck of a "hunting shack" <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" /> I wish you the all the best with it and hope you have many memorable times there! CEJ...

That RA's Breakfast sounds pretty damn good!!!!

The local has a lot to do with that...good food, Great location!

I think your gettin soft!

Sounds like he's too good for us now...
Here's how a typical dinner conversation may go in the new shack:
Brother Dave: Pardon Me...Do you have any Gray Poupon???
Brother Bertram: But of Course...

Don't forget the CHIANTI wine with venison steaks and Portabella Mushrooms!!!!

Snobs!!! GRIN

Brother Dave: Pardon Me...Do you have any Gray Poupon???
Brother Bertram: But of Course... [/quote]

Hmmmm...can you say metro-sexual? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

I'm gonna take you guys to blondies when you hit town again......

that place was invented for steelhead season

Thanks CJones...it's turning into a nice place.

I'm ignoring the rest of you reprobates....<grin>

Dave,
Looks like the Alaska Dream, for sure!!! Fantastic Job.

what's a reprobate? I think we might resemble that remark. Last call................I'm outta here <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

DavidAk311 - Any new updates on the shack? Pictures? Parties? Arrests... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> CEJ..

Give it a coupla days......................(grin)

Spent a good part of the day walking through the house and figuring out plumbing, heating, etc. Not much new to take pics of, but here's a shot of the new front door...

Also one of the trophy room side...

Man what weather! Hard to beat, hope it stays this way.

Oh, the door knob is on the wrong door. Or is that just me? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I can only guess Master Bonzai worked on that part.

BW - Nope, your right it's on the wrong side (at least by New England standards <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> ) Hope no one pushes one of those studs leaning on the porch through that nice glass! Really does look good though! CEJ..

I have no idea what current door knob protocol is, and the same could be said for quite a few house building details we've been forced to iron out in this process...<grin>

Other side of the house, and the boat launch..

A fella might could get tipsy and tumble down riprap to the boat ramp... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

It's definitely a Use At Your Own Risk type of place...<grin>

The builder remarked more than once today, in different locations, "a guy could get hurt on this, if he was tipsy..."

I assured him we don't go for that sort of foolishness.

Pretty sure he knows better though....

The door knob will be on the proper side when you are leaving...
<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />
<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

LOL....true....

The door on the right hand side, in the picture, is lined up with the stairway...so the door on the left is the default entrance.

Door knobs aside, what I don't get is the strip down the center of the two doors isn't the same color as the doors themselves....not sure how that worked out.

It's called "trim" <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Ah, a term I've lost my familiarity with....sorry to say...<grin>

I can understand having the tricky opening on the inbound side as "guests" will no doubt be escourted in, but likely have to find their own way out.............

That's a nice looking door. What is left to do in the interior? Do you fellers have an approximate move-in date?

There's no door knob on the inside...can't have the chicks escaping....

The can lights and outlets are wired on the interior...other than that, still bare studs. Progress is slow, and painful.....

A May 1 move-in is probably optimistic, but we'll see....

I asked about the house...


and stop baiting DoggieDame <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Too funny....

She never took the bait, and I owe someone here a bottle of Crown over it...

I guess she's tougher than we think...

Maybe the cold weather has made them (her) sluggish...

I've heard small baits fished slow can sometimes prevail in these conditions...

Downsizing the bait would require surgery....

I suppose I could vary my retrieve. Patience, after all, is supposed to be a fisherman's virtue.

Well, if things don't pan out, you could still just claim that they did..........

"You lie, we'll swear to it"...

Dude, I'm ashamed to admit I hadn't thought of that.

Someone's gonna owe me a bottle of Crown, right soon....at least, as far as they know...<grin>

Sitka,

I'd guess that with "Paradise experienced" building inspectors present, it's long since been code there to mandate a "handicap ramp." Just for the "light-weight drinkers/visitors of course! Paradise residents (and this of legend) would never have a "navigation" problem and thus, could enjoy a variance of same...riprap not withstanding! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

best,
bhtr

Do not know that general approval for your statements could be found in Paradise. I understand they send out specially trained boats and crews hunting the elusive tidal nugget. Not much of a stretch to hunt beached nuggets as they tend to be easier to locate, though harder on the pursuit boats...

As you point out, they regularly look for the variances in life in general, riprap in particular... I see trouble in Paradise... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
art

Guess all the action is on the inside these days...the electricians and plumbers have been busy..

A look at the heat tubes for the second floor:



And my tub:

Brother Bill in a shower shot:



And my shower, room for 3:

WAY cool house David....

The BBQ remains untested....though it's possible tomorrow will be the first trial run....



Another deck shot, my favorite part of the house so far....

Thanks...it's starting to shape up...

The deck is cedar right?

I like your taste it grills! House is looking good...

The deck is cedar....

Paul, Brother Bill gets all the credit for the grill....it does look good.

Dave
Looks like a seaduck blind might be a logical extension of the deck??? Can see a hot tub there with shooting seats and a lab to fetch your birds for you... A raft of a couple hundred decoys ought to have some serious draw! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
art

I suspect Sister will get rich this year, picking up shot shells for a nickel apiece...<grin>

I have the same stainless theme on my new grill, also untested...but mines only half the size...

The Jones' are easier to keep up with here....

Okay....nice tubby wubby....with the windows, and all....but can't you SMILE in one of the pics <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!!



Do I get to pick out the hanging plants for said tubby???? It could be beautiful.........beauuuuuuuuutiful......(will it have morning or evening sun????)......

Where is the hot tub?

HoundGirl

Here, we ARE the Jones'.......<grin>

I save it for the videos...<grin>


Guys can't have hanging plants in their bathroom. That's for chicks. When you move in, you can hang whatever you want...

I suggest the Loveswing...

You Jones's,is doing Paradise plum [bleep]' PROUD....................(grin)

EEEEEyaaaah! Used to be John Wayne, then it was Clint, who'da thunk that Dave would end up being my real hero!

I'm gonna go mix a toddy, cause you put me in the mood Dave, thank you!

BTW, you also have saved me a buncha internet shopping for mothers day! She's gonna be soooo happy.

And then I scrolled back and looked at the other pics, who shrunk Bill? Or are you just planning on some Paul Bunyan cookouts?


Rumour has it you boys entertain the odd lumberjack or two.

I am sooooo crying right now!

Am thinking Brother Bill will be forced to bash an early morning Steelie in the head,to justify the NASA BBQ purchase.

Hopes are,Dave don't have ass prints alongside it,from the New Neighbor Meat And Greet..................

That's some funny stuff...you guys forced a good laugh out of me already this morning...<grin>

Why is the guy in the "Love Swing" cartoon so much darker than the nice girl ?

accra, I'm pretty sure he's a Muslim and that's actual video shot in their version of Paradise.

C'mon man I don't care how good a shape you are in, by about virgin #37 you're back is gonna start hurting, thus the need for the love swing.

DavidAK311;

Just for fun, a guy might want to install an "on the hoof" scale between the rafter and the basket of the Loveswing...

accraholic - +1 Say, are you guys ever going to go hunting 4 legged creatures from this shack? I think you need to re-name it the Love Shack or the beaver hut! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

ahem....where will the placement of the brass pole be?Can I get a shot of that area ? I need to check for the seating arangements and proximaty to the bar. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Posting bi-racial pervo 'toons??? The local boys need to get you out more often <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

You are high. Guys can have plants in their tubby room. What is wrong with you, freak. Plants add energy, and vitality, to rooms that are, otherwise, boring and drab. A guy has to ask himself if he wants to entertain other guys ...or sport an environment that will land him a chick . Loosen up. I am TRYIN' to help you <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!!

Lol.....

HoundGirl

HG, sure plants is good, but the only guys that actually think about hanging plants in their pad are queer.

I'm aware that certain compromises must be made, when a chick moves in. Also, HG's point is valid...when a female is a resident.

That said, if there's any shrubbery in the head, it won't be MY doing....<grin>

Stainless steel fixtures, shop towels and Lava soap are all a man needs for daily hygiene duties....NO fluffy stuff in a mans chitter......... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Add a few Cabela's catalogs scattered around, and you've got it...<grin>

Be carefull how you say that , I sometimes prefer a little shrubbage in the head . Mostly in the morning if ya know what I mean. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I got reloading manuals in mine........ <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Too funny...

Sheeesh...! Is that place done yet! Nice BBQ Bill - helluva barge bill for that one!

That is one nice place with a great view. I was showing it to a friend of mine today who does carpentry and he couldn't get over how thick the roof was.

Dave, I found a young blonde in training for the Pole. By the time you get the shack built she will be ready.
Pole Dancer <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Heh...that's a blonde alright....<grin>

Ken, which pic of the roof struck him as unusual?

The roof over the main part of the house looks to be twice as thick as the smaller section on the left side. Is this done due to snow pack or for a better RF factor?

Oh, oh, oh......I loooooooooooooove your idea of a pole dancer <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!! She is a BEAUTY, woot...woooooot!!

David- You get yourself one of those girls...and you got it MADE in the SHADE <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" />!!! She'll up your value two-fold!! The heck with the plants.....and big bathroom....with the big windows and view <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />.....

HoundGirl

HG...I get this very vague feeling that you are INTO barkers and pups..... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Get back to work! Our on company time...Wooooot woooot

I meant YOUR on company time...tooo mujch sake!

Yeah...you could say that I am soft on fur.....just a TAD bit <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!!!

HoundGirl

Ken...I have no idea what the details of the roof are, though I'll ask out of curiousity....

Others: WTF is woot?

dunno, rymes with poot.

Just cuz "moped" flew rooster over my head....and you were kind enough to elaborate....

"Woot" is like "wooohooooo".....something you would smile about....sort of like a grin with a small grunt and jump of excitement....but since you rarely smile in any of your pics.....you might struggle with a "woot" <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!!

HoundGirl

HG
Alas, if only you could recognize a smirk! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />
art

And just what are you getting at <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />??

HoundGirl <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

An impish grin hidden well...

You callin' Brother Dave imp ?? Onry...yeah....but imp <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />???

Woot <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />....

I just figured he has to look serious in the pics.....like he means business, and all that big guy persona stuff....lol....grinning might make him look human, you know <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

HoundGirl

Beware the man that shoots one face...

Dave-
Surely

is something you've some familiarity with... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Don't look for a response, anytime soon. He is out and 'bout....riddin' mopeds.....or so word has it <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> !

HoundGirl

LOL....you guys are crackin' me up....

HG, I posted a smiling pic today.....well, sort of .

Bill, David, and the Captain formerly known as Master Bonzi- may your hands be filled with Kimbers at Dawn as you head Offshore for Adventures! Here's hoping you get the "shack" ready soon. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Thanks Whttail......<grin>

Ok....made it home today in time to check out the latest progress...

Here's the entry and the gutters....you guys might not dig these two, but a couple pals are checkin this too...

Well....I can't even see those pics...not sure why, but I'll try another pair...

Living room and kitchen....

Looking really nice!

Do all the gutters lead to the water system?

Only from the main roof....

Here's the sitting room and ledge where Brother Bill plans to plant a couple life-size wolf mounts...

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Trophy room pics....

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Thanks! Was afraid my line was too clever! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />
art

Coming along nicely Dave! Keep posting the pics. Check your pms.

Elevated dancing platform...sweet! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

What's that leaning up against the wall near the scaffolding?

You expecting a woman there soon? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

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M

Yeah, Brother Bill is moving Katie in....I reckon there'll be some changes in our lifestyle....LOL.

I'm guessing he'll put her on the payroll soon....they seem to dig each other.....

WOWZA....it is really lookin' great, white.....and needs some funky paintings on the walls....some plants scattered 'bout....and some critters roaming the floors....but it is lookin' more like a home....

I have floated you several "starts" <off my fav. plants>.....just tryin' figure out how I"ll send them <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />!

Bet it's good to be home....glad you had a safe trip...

HoundGirl

Thanks, it is starting to look like a home. I can already feel the pain of furnishing and decorating the place.

It's good to be home...despite the atomic hangover I woke up with....

We had a good conversation last night, remember it? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

You bought my lil'boat, and wouldn't pay less than $35,000. Dude, your alright. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I'm figuring any critters they have won't be roaming around the pad. More likely stationary and staring off into space wondering why me?

Looking good Dave. Is your grill gonna be the main focal point of that room. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />




Mac

The grill is gonna be out on the deck, hard-plumbed to the propane tank...the deck is my favorite part of the house...<grin>

BW, I remember the conversation, but not much after....lol. I do recall you offering the hull only, for $15k!!

Soooooooo laffin' here!

I got the late night "WoooHooooooo" call and the early AM "[bleep] Fishing" call,with nearly equal enthusiasm.

BT/DT......................

Yeah, I was the Big Winner....for sure...

I'm really amazed at the progress made,since the last time I was home.

The boys have the ball rolling......................

I did better,the other night.

Whipped 3-guys on the crew and run 'em off the job at daybreak.

The Dark Side remains a force to be reckoned with......................(grin)

That's my favorite story at the moment, and I regret not being there to see it...

Life in camp doesn't sound dull....

I done the crew proud,if only by accident.(grin)

Camp is always a hoot,due to the diversity in personalities and I guess that lifestyle is sorta ingrained in me.

Azzholes never last long,for one reason or another and few lament those conclusions...............................

I'd like to have seen the azz whippin occur...did you make 'em get in a line or just work 'em all over at once? You need a helmet cam on your hard hat!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

It was a free for all,which is typical of how such things go.

Just got in from a tour of The Shack,after our uneventful Steelhead foray. Things have really come along and it's gonna be an amazing sumbitch.

The dumb bastards really did some thinkin' and it is very well thought out,IMHO.

Impressive....................

Looks like it's happening... If all goes well, I'll not get to spend one night in it but will be on a mountain side under a tarp. Can't quite read if I have sold brother Dave on the white beard pursuit???? I did take the new Kimber purchase as a sign though.

They're swamped doing house stuff today,but I'm hoping that after the morning's fish trip,we'll get the WSM's to the range.

How does your's shoot? Can you kiss lands and fit within the mag box?

Miss toting the Weatherby?...............(grin)

The Weatherby is not missed...Haven't had a chance to shoot it yet...I was a touch on the busy side on my one week off. I did take your advice and go to the 168 TSX which was hard for me to break the 180 trend I've been in for years. I do have high expectaions and she is fully ready for a test drive with turret and 50 rounds of moly coated 168 TSX's. It will be the GOTO rifle once the tuning is complete.

Looks like we'll all be flinging the same load,for Critters.

You driving 168A-Max for play,also?.......................

I've got my new Mark 4 mounted up on the latest Kimber...200 pieces of brass, 100 168tsx's, and 100 moly'd A-max 168's in a pile.

Once I get time to load up, there's gonna be some gunsmoke.....

I want to perfect the master load with the TSX as top priority. Then I'll try the A-Max's out. Do they shoot much different? I was shooting 55 Gr V-Max in my AR, then tried some FMJ's of the same weight and they shot about 4 inches different at 100 yards?

I don't have room in my low-volume cranium at the moment, to get bogged down in the details.....but I'm game for an October goat trip...

Every barrel is an individual.

Worst case scenario,is denoting a slight turret correction,betwixt loads.......................

Set me a container of eggs out....................(grin)

Thanks for the reminder, I'll see what Katie's expression looks like this evening....when I tell her to take the moose steaks out, and they're sitting atop a quart of roe.....

Just gained another day of play. I can fly out late monday and meet my Canoe ride in time.

Where are we going in the morning? One of the secret holes,or something more mainstream?

The water level is gonna be a bitch,but a guy should try........................

I believe the #1 secret spot is due for a few casts....

Right on.

Good call........................

Your makin me jealous!
Are you goin with eggs or small stuff for the low and clear conditions?

Nothin' beats a glob of eggs...that's the way Mother Nature intended it to be, who am I to argue......? <grin>

Might have to go weightless,to fend the conditions,but that's a sacrifice I'm willing to make...............(grin)

Stick better make sure you have Vodka tonight iffin your gonna make the wake up call! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Weightless, how about pantless...you're about due to update the legendary campfire photo with fresh a new look for 2006.

Am thinking tomorrow night is the big woohoo shindig.

Fresh Halibut,fresh King,fresh Steelhead and a fresh jug. I can think of 4 birthdays that need celebratin'.

If only it would pour rain all night...........................

I've been tanning and you'll be impressed..................(grin)

Did you ever cut enough trees down to afford the penis reduction? I'm still saving up for mine!!!

Sprung for the testicle reduction,am considering flute reduction next............................

That sounds like a good spread...If a guy was to sink a crab pot in Paradise...would it yield favorable results?

All you could stand..................

One of brother Dave's Uncles once gave me a King Crab education not too far away...damn near flipped the boat over with the mega pot used. He wasn't a big fan of others checking his gear. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

IMHO,the trick is to get offa the beaten path and don't let them soak for too long.

Some guys don't use a buoy and run a line to shore,in stealth mode........................

Kings or dungees?

Both can be found.

Boys are here and Bob Smirnoff has a new flavor out.

We's taste testin'..................(grin)

Wish I was in the sewing cirlce, sippin your newest flavor wine cooler and eating some of Alaskas finest fare...

Has Dave shot the Kimber yet??? I beat him to the purchase but don't think I'll win on the first to drive theirs around the block. Heres what you boys made me do...

We were TRYING to watch a video by Larry Bartlett("Float Hunting Alaska") and it's the biggest damned joke any of us have seen.

Consensus was to videotape sighting in Dave's Whizzum,upon said DVD at 250yds.

Everyone bailed,before it was over.........................

Careful Stick, I've seen him touted repeatedly as the guru of float...


Yeah, I agree with you guys...

He's the guru of blowing smoke up one's ass.

A clueless goon,would be a considerate description...................

Looks like Brokeback Float Trip to me......I'm guessing they were playing tummy sticks in the tent at night....

Hey Larry.....nice hat...

Wow....I'm half in the bag and just lit into a moose steak....life could be worse...

His hat do have to go.

I see someone stashed more Bob's in the fridge,I guess it'd be rude of me to not indulge?

I best get more Moose outta the freezer,it do eat well...................

Yeah, Bob's doin' us right.....

Who's gonna be the Big Winner tomorrow night.....?

Am thinking Joel will retain his Title.....................

The King Salmon got away, but the halibut is still intact.

I'm going out today to fill the boat up with herring. I'm armed with a castnet and a few herring set-ups on fishing poles.

Try not to destroy the steelhead fishery in one day.

We Pow-Wow'd this morning on the phone and sorta admitted to ourselve's that the water is simply too low. With the Bait Opener and being Saturday to boot,it prolly wasn't a poor move to bow out.

When you going Herring catching?........................

probibly around tenish. The tide will be flooding then and their will be enough water to launch the boat.

yesterday i went to the ramp at 8, and it was out of the water. Minus tides, but it floods very fast.

Talked to a couple of pounders, and they say the herring are in. Also ran into a gent at the boat ramp who had a cooler full of herring he jigged.

I've always had a blast with the cast net, and the herring makes such good skate/crab bait.

Forgot about the tides,Momma went to work early(yesterday),to beachcomb.

The Pimp called me on the Bat Phone and says his Halibut is in your hands. Might wanna get it to him,so his Wife can get it breaded for the pending feast.

Sister will be unhappy,if there is Halibut Technical Difficulties.(grin)

She'd eat it every meal,every day...................

Do tell Stick that is said to be BIG.

Anyone who can claim that a movie sucks without finishing it is one intellectual MOFO.

Let me guess....not enough killing for you and the bruits? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> Or does my hat intimidate your inferior masculinity? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

Popcorn! Peanuts! Beer!

Save me a seat Art....extra butter please.

I can tell when a movie sucks,by it's content,film work and players. Especially easy to do so,when something that is vaunted to be "informative" and in which the subject matter happens to ring a familiar bell.

Now... perhaps unlike some, when it's 5 degrees ambient, I don't gotta jump in the water until I'm blue, to ascertain a relative comfort rating geared to those specific conditions.

Along similar lines, I don't need to be glued to my TV for a 114 minute onslaught, to my very good senses, to derive a two-thumbs down rating to the phoniest flick to ever escape the editing room.

"Bruits" is pelled b.r.u.t.e.s and it's glaringly painful ineptidue of that Kindergarten magnitude, that made the DVD a sham of the first degree.

As to the hat, it did make your tits look bigger, but mebbe that was the production value sought?!!?

It was embarrassing on many levels, to suffer through the time I did and the only glimmer of hope I can get out of it, is you're a DSMFer playing Alaskan.................

Speaking of flavors of stuff, I've found Captain Morgan's private stock to make a darn fine buttered rum. I had the crud the past week and darn if a buttered rum don't make one feel all better. Mixes well with hot coco as well.

To the movie review, an analogy would be in order. One need not eat a whole serving of chit to figure out it smelled and tasted bad.

Ahhhhh....the power of analogy.

Just got off the horn with Spike and we were laughing and carrying on,talking of this and that. The topic of Bill's BBQ came up and I told Spike it was BIG. He wanted to know how big?

When I told him Oprah would fit inside,the message was loud and clear...................(grin)

Looks like we got robbed. Just a preview with no mention of the main attraction. Givin Stick's first volley, I reckon it was a good idea to abandon ship.






Mac

Yeah...I think Stick gets the two thumbs up!!! Though it would be nice to hear the other side of story <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I wonder if the Thinskinned1 has been a member for awhile with another handle...and just made the new name up to confront BigStick...........
<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Anyone care to guess the guys regular handle ?

I'm a pretty easy victim.....................

A target maybe, but not a victim...........

Took a few pics before we left yesterday, they should be done taping and mudding in the next couple of days... texture and primer next week I'm hopin....

Trophy room looking North....


Trophy room lookin South (with the bar soffit in)....




Lookin towards kitchen....



Towards the East side (hallway to upstairs master shaggin room)....



Lookin towards the prow... water side....




Not much has changed since the last pics Dave posted. Next set should have paint on the walls and cedar on the ceilings......

GEZUZ, are you guys building a church or what!?!? Man that place is huge! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Since when are mirrors called cedar?

nice pics...

i'm looking forward to those boat pics from dave

The room with the workbench? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

You have to speak it with a native inflection, "I cedar in de mirrors on de ceiling."

Got a preview of the pics last night at the hotel bar... its gonna be one bad asss ride. Downside....he's got a looong way to go. Brother Dave should be at work now, I would guess some pics will be goin on the fire soon....

Reloading bench in the trophy room....unloading bench in the shaggin room.....

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Man that place is huge!!

Hey BIG Stick, nice try to bust my chops on spelling errors, but next time before opening your mouth you should try looking up the word in question: BRUIT sounds like BRUTE, but has a different meaning. You and your friends didn't like the flick so you went public with the news (i.e., bruits). I thought you were an intellectual, sorry I miss judged.

Our target audience for the Float Hunting Video was the Float Hunter who has much to learn about, who also happens to make the most mistakes with the simplist of tasks in preparation and execution of such adventure. Those mistakes end up in terrible misadventures or legal fines, which are avoidable.

This audience includes hunters who are familar with the concept of float hunting but have little idea of what to expect, which makes up nearly 80% of the statewide float hunter populous. You likely fall into the latter 20% group (guys who have it figured out), so now you have some thinking to do.

Did the video suck because I'm envious of larry and friends, or did bartlett miss the mark of his target goal to produce the first how-to video of its kind for a majority user group?

Either way, skip it, because your comments are only half-witted and overly egotistical. Forethought and courtesy go much farther than backdoor slander on a public forum. At least have the balls to match your stick!

I can be reached at http://www.pristineventures.com

My handle is Larry Bartlett, and I live the dream you never pursued. Don't hate me for it, brother. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Dude...

As a conscientious Consumer,I feel zero obligation to keep [bleep] goods veiled in secrecy. I view that stance,as being beyond fair and I appreciate reciprocation of same feedback,from others. Being hosed,gets old and it's handy when all do their part to fend the plague.

The video was so poorly done,as to rate mention in passing,due solely to the grandeur of the flop.

I've never met a man,who coulda learned anything from the video,other than whether or not his retail outlet would take such things back. I'd reckon the store that granted that,would rate patronage as a genuine token of appreciation.

As to being jealous,I can't fathom how that could ever be construed? 'Course,I never did impress easily. Missing the target goal by a wide margin,is being generous.

Backdoor slander isn't my MO,but reality is a place I do operate within,be it via text or otherwise. I'll leave the fluff and turd polishing for others,my interests there are none.

You flatter yourself to make a supposition that you rate an Email.

As to my being an Intellectual,I'm seldom accused of such a travesty.

Though as an aside,"bruit" do remain a verb,despite you're not using it in context. Lemme guess?!!? You've an English Tutorial awaiting video release?

I guess you're consistent.........................

Larry B doesn't seem overly thickskinned.

At times you'se a perceptive bastid! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Just curious, drunk or sober when you made that discovery? (grin)

I'm up on the wagon, and up on the slope...had forgotten to keep an eye on this thread....<grin>

Roger that, on the Thinskinned1....I also kinda like "simplist", and I haven't even seen the video !

I'm just sorry my tummy sticks comment didn't rate a response, as the term came from my favorite movie at the moment.

Stick gets all the fun.....

I hear you Dave, it's enough to make a feller want to shave his head and cut his pants legs off! (grin)

LOL...too funny...

This is some funny chit... Comin' from a bunch of DSMF's.

You lost me.....

I guess you liked the video? <grin>

Hell...he mighta been in the back of the raft?!!?

Beautiful blue skies here today. The kids and Big Momma are still racked out,so I'm the Easter Bunny. Will do the egg hiding thing,watch the fiasco and ease into the afternoon.

Water is stupid low,at both Hidey Holes. Nearest Hidey Hole rated pretty good action,but a guy had to get creative. Bill would have nightmares.(grin)

Hidey Hole two,had some Fly Swatter in there,wading out through the fish and all was blown out. I waited for him to leave and tried to make it work,until dark but could do no good. Tried to wade off the point,down by the Downtown Drift and fell through a false bottom while wading.

It felt boggy while walking and I punched through and gave thought to panic. Threw my rod to safety and swam/crawled outta the ordeal,was much concerned about my camera,which was in my backpack. All was well,excepting my pride. Mebbe the only day of my life,in which I didn't have a change of clothes in the rig. Had to wring out my panties,for the ride home,it was special. Was hauling ass home and was afeared a Trooper was gonna stop me and then tell all the others that I've a penchant for driving butt nekked.(grin)

Best tidbit of the day,was the follow up on a hole the two OldTimers mentioned to Bill and I the other day. It's the best drift I've seen and holds lotsa fish. It's what I now call the 20 Pounder Hole.

It's riddled with hangups,so Bill is gonna wanna drive his Flippin' stick and some fairly heavy line. I had the 10'6" baby Fenwick in there yesterday and got my ass handed to me,but man was it fun. Was going 30lb braid directly to a #3 Vibrax and was still getting used.(grin) I'll be driving my 8' 1pc Meat Stick Loomis and running 20lb snells,on my next trip.

When you boys get back down,you'll rate the tour and it oughtta be HOT...................

6 below here today, around -25 wind chill...not too bad, but that's about the best I can say of it...<grin>

Might have to hit Cabelas today and order up a dedicated Flippin' stick, similar to your 8-footer.

Sorry to hear Hidey Hole #2 had an occupant, I haven't been there yet when anyone else was.

On the good side, I heard through the grapevine that the squarehead FS cop I didn't get along with is now stationed in the deep south, Lower 48, so I was pleased to hear it.

Can't wait to get home, everything should be ON....and we need to get a plan, depending on your schedule....

Still laughing,how you boys humped him up,outta the gate.

Like your new neighbor............................(grin)

Now we're getting somewhere, Larry (aka, Big Stick). I respect your honesty a great deal and would like to appreciate your comments as a professional critique.

Where I was trained, anyone who has the intelligence to identify a negative must also exhibit the courage and aptitude to generate a positive solution to avoid the stigma of being all talk and no action. The world is filled with people that fit the latter category, but it requires more substance in a man to actually matter. This way, even if our efforts result in failure, we tried to matter. Otherwise, we don't!

Thanks for holding back how you really feel <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

All defensive positions aside, where might I find your portfolio of professional works? I'm impressed by your candor and would like to appreciate your influences and accomplishments.

Lastly, if you paid for the video we will gladly send you a refund if you'd return it to us. I'll even pick up the cost of return postage.

The address is Pristine Ventures, Inc. PO Box 83909 Fairbanks, AK 99708.

Thanks for the back and forth, Big.

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
LB

My works are not for sale,nor is my pride.

Money taints everything......................

I'm thinking a GS Productions flick might could warrant some interest! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />


ETA: Enjoyed Dave's efforts last year, post-fling...

Roger that, Stick. Good hunting and gathering nonetheless.

LB

Anxiously await a GS Productions ofthis years spring fling. Need more footage though.

I'm planning on doing my part. Just need to figure out how many bottles of Crown and Makers to bring. Whatever I decide, I'll double it, and hopefully not run out.

I ordered a stack of blank vid tapes, including HD format...

Am patiently awaiting apple's 17" version of the MacBook Pro...as a video editing platform....I understand the release will be sometime next week....

Though as an aside,"bruit" do remain a verb,despite you're not using it in context. Lemme guess?!!? You've an English Tutorial awaiting video release?


Ok, I guess I'm gonna have to look it up now.

Definition of Bruit

Bruit: A sound, especially an abnormal one. A bruit may be heard over an artery or vascular channel, reflecting turbulence of flow. Listening for a bruit in the neck is a simple, safe, and inexpensive way to screen for stenosis (narrowing) of the carotid artery.


What the f...? Ya, he meant brutes...First thing you do when you find yourself in a hole is to quit diggin.

MMarketello
ya beat me too it, that azz clown needs to figure out the english language before he tries to get one over on the paradise boys.

Bruit is indeed a medical term as you described, most commonly heard in the carotid artery as you said, the other common occurence or bruit is the blood running through a dialysis fistula. that said bruit's almost always come with what is called 'thrill" or a slightly vibrating feeling on the surface fo the skin relative to the aforementioned bruit.

Not really sure how any of that applies to Big Stick or his clan but hey the big bad rafting guy said so............

BTW Stick, i nailed a 24lb springer this am, and didnt even have to wear a coat to do it. i got a pic for you but cam took a fateful swim on the next fish and died, will try to get a pic for you off buddies cam

I can converse in "proper" English,if/when forced.

Though I do like to put a mild butcher job upon it in text,so as to put a burr in those with stiff upper lips. I retain the right,to crack me up.

Good job on the Springer. Pictures is always a good thing. Coffee is brewing and I'm gonna head out and try to roll some Steelhead this morning,in the sopping hurricane that is currently doing it's thing.

Hard to get a leg up on this bunch,am thinkin' some may play 'possum and not put all their cards on the table.(grin)

Far easier to bullshitt the fans,than it is the players.........................

Finally got back to Paradise tonight.... was an interesting day. Snow, sun, hail, rain. We even got hit by lightning as we were taking off. Was an interesting ride.... Anyways, took a cruise out to the house to see the progress. They are done painting and started on the cedar ceilings. I think its gonna turn out.....

That is nice.

Mebbe we'll have to have another tour tomorrow?...................

Well, lets head out there tomorrow afternoon and do a walk through. Will be back from fishin around noonish I'd imagine.........

I might have to peel for the work boat,at 4:00PM,so I'll have to leave here at 3:00......................

Well, whatever works for you. We can plan a nooner at the house.... If you want a ride to the boat, let us know. We can always load up the guns n' grinders and play on the way back......