Let's Talk BBQ
General => General Discussion & Topics => Member Gatherings and Road Trips => Topic started by: TentHunteR on February 08, 2015, 09:54:04 PM
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First Annual Ohio Buckeye Gathering!
► When/Where?
The dates for the Buckeye Gathering will be June 5th - 7th, at the Mohican River Inn (http://www.mohicanriverinn.com), near Loudonville, OH.
This rustic motel sits atop a secluded wooded ridgeline in the highlands of Ohio. Standard rooms will sleep four people. They're not fancy, but they are reasonable (especially for a resort area) comfortable and clean! My wife and I stayed here for our 20th wedding anniversary and enjoyed it!
They have a pavilion and large private picnic area that will be available for us to use as a gathering spot at NO charge, provided that we are staying at the motel.
The Inn's website has some nice pictures of the rooms and such, so be sure to check it out.
The only real drawback to this location is Cell Phone coverage; Verizon is the only service that works reliably. I believe there may be better coverage if you drive the six miles into town.
► Reservation info:
The Inn is currently closed for the season, but their reservation system is now active, so you can reserve a room right through the website (http://www.mohicanriverinn.com), or you can call them and leave a message (they are very good at returning calls).
● The rate for a standard room (sleeps 4) is $79 - $99 per night (weekend rate - Friday, Saturday - is $99). They said they would offer a discount if staying multiple nights, but you may have to call to get it locked in.
● When you reserve a room, be sure to mention you'll be attending the "Buckeye Gathering", so they know to group our rooms together.
If using the online reservation system, type "Buckeye Gathering" in the "Other Information / Reason for visit" field.
► Equipement
I will bring and have available for use:
● At least two grills; the MAK and the Stoven Weber combo.
● A two burner camp stove
● A couple of folding tables
● An assortment of cast iron pans, a dutch oven or two, baking sheets, cooking utensils, etc.
● A large cooler for extra ice.
● 5 Gallon Water Jug with a spigot
● Wash tubs
Things for you to bring:
● Camp chairs for sitting (I will have a few extra just in case)
● A cooler for whatever food you bring.
● Of course you are welcome to bring a grill, and whatever cooking utensils you like.
● Someone may want to bring a coffee maker
► Info about the area:
This somewhat mountainous area is absolutely gorgeous, literally (the Clear Fork Gorge runs through this area)! There is an abundance of wildlife in the area including deer, turkey and Bald Eagles!
Just a few site seeing opportunities in the area, for those interested:
● Clear Fork Gorge overlook. This is a must see IMHO - We may even organize a breakfast outing there.
● International Wine festival - happening that Saturday at the nearby Wolf Creek / Pine Run Grist Mill (http://www.wolfcreekmill.org/index.html), which was restored just a few years ago.
● The heart of Ohio Amish country is a 30 minute drive away. Ohio (not PA) is home to the largest Amish settlement in the U.S.
● Heini's Cheese Chalet - where you can sample something like 50 kinds of cheese.
● Malabar Farm State Park & Inn - Formerly the farm & home of author Loise Bromfield (this is where Lauren Bacall & Humphrey Bogart were secretly married). The Inn has some extremely good fine dining, and at fairly reasonable prices too!
● Scenic Drives, Fishing & Hiking opportunities.
I will post some pictures as soon as I get them uploaded, and will post driving directions when we get closer to the time.
I hope to see you there!
Cliff
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I would love to make this trip but my passport has expired and I cannot go further north than TN. I will check into getting it renewed, I enjoy visiting foreign countries.
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I really don't wanna go sightseeing..will have my baby with me..she 2 now, I'm coming for fun and friends and to eat. What cookers are you bringing so we can do some food. You making biscuits? The 5th of June works better for me. Not over a holiday weekend, I will be opening the camper. Pam .☆´¯`•.¸¸. ི♥ྀ.
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On the calendar!! I need to sit down with my wife and plan out what and how long a trip she wants to make it. I'll be in touch.
Art
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The wife and I will be there Cliff, as long as we can both walk! ::) I hope we have a good turnout. Don & Nancy
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Ok,great... Hopefully I can make this work.
Pam , I'll call if we go up sooner. My sister is wanting to meet up there late March.
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Ok,great... Hopefully I can make this work.
Pam , I'll call if we go up sooner. My sister is wanting to meet up there late March.
Terry..kewl, just call me..you have my #. it does depend on weather tho. Only 2 hours straight down I-75. Pam .☆´¯`•.¸¸. ི♥ྀ.
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Excellent. It looking like we just might have a good turnout!
Ok,great... Hopefully I can make this work.
Terry, I know that's a long haul, but that'll be awesome if you can make it!
I really don't wanna go sightseeing... What cookers are you bringing? You making biscuits? Pam .☆´¯`•.¸¸. ི♥ྀ.
Yep, sight seeing will be TOTALLY optional. The only off-site thing we might organize would be a breakfast or lunch at the gorge overlook which is nearby.
I'm brining the MAK and the Stoven/Weber, as well as a large 2-burner camp stove. And you bet I'll make some biscuits (and I promise they won't take an hour and a half this time :D).
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Excellent. It looking like we just might have a good turnout!
Ok,great... Hopefully I can make this work.
Terry, I know that's a long haul, but that'll be awesome if you can make it!
I really don't wanna go sightseeing... What cookers are you bringing? You making biscuits? Pam .☆´¯`•.¸¸. ི♥ྀ.
Yep, sight seeing will be TOTALLY optional. The only off-site thing we might organize would be a breakfast or lunch at the gorge overlook which is nearby.
I'm brining the MAK and the Stoven/Weber, as well as a large 2-burner camp stove. And you bet I'll make some biscuits (and I promise they won't take an hour and a half this time :D).
I do love picking on you soooo much .☆´¯`•.¸¸. ི♥ྀ.
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The gathering date is getting closer and I got my first thing made to bring if I make it. I had hoped for three quarts but just got 2 gts. and a pint plus a small bowl full for the cook! It is now in the fridge to get all happy for the gathering. Smokin Don
(http://i1039.photobucket.com/albums/a474/deains/Fermenting/_4164443_zpsoppu4g12.jpg)
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mmmm mmmm good!
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I have some smoked cheddar and hot pepper cheese to go with. .☆´¯`•.¸¸. ི♥ྀ.
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I'm bummed, I forgot to tell my bands booking agent not to book anything for me that weekend and she has us playing a 2 nighter out of town. :(
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Don, that looks really good. I will be looking forward to trying it!
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Hey...it's a little over five weeks off! Is everyone making plans?
Myself and my bride Jan along with Barney the wonder dog have our reservations in hand and are looking forward to this event. We plan to arrive about noon on Friday and then leave on Monday morning.
Just too hard for me to get out and about so put us in Pam's non-sight seeing group for this adventure.
Now for our Tentative Cooking Schedule:
Friday Afternoon and Evening....Maple Brined Pork Loin on the Cobb Grill & Apple Turnovers on the Davy Crocket Grill.
Saturday....Breakfast Casserole with Zesty Sausage, Hash Browns, Onions, Peppers, Eggs, Cheese, and Crescent Rolls & St. Louis Spare Ribs all on the Davy Crockett Grill.
Sunday....Grilled Pork Loin and or Spam Breakfast Sliders on the Cobb Grill & Meatloaf made with my Special Homemade Italian Sausage on the Davy Crockett Grill.
Now, who's bringing the Smore Fixings?
Dave
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Dave, I am so glad you guys are coming!
Folks, Dave can cook!
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I will bring my own bib and firm this time Dave! :D
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I will bring my own bib and firm this time Dave! :D
^^^^ I will make sure he has it packed since I am riding with him and ACW3. ;)
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I will bring my own bib and firm this time Dave! :D
FORK! ::)
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I will bring my own bib and firm this time Dave! :D
FORK! ::)
To Tee, FORK equates to pitch fork!
Art
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No shame in my game... :D