AHOY MATES! I'm planning on hosting another MidWinter Gathering this January. For those who don't know, the Mid Winter Gatherings were conceived by the Barnegat Bay Bashers as as way keep the sailing flame alive. Due to that damned covid and other reasons, the Bash has ceased to be but I thought that we could put together another gathering after the holidays.
Sign up mates! Space is limited and our operators are standing by. The venue will probably be somewhere in Ocean County, NJ where some of the aforementioned Bashers still live although some have retreated south and north.
Cheers mates!
Bob23
late January or anytime Feb?
If you'll be there Tim, we'll make it happen.
I'll be there if there are no conflicts.
There will be conflicts if you're not there!
Hey Bob!!!!
Suzie and I are very much interested. It would be great to see Ya'll again, and swap lies ...er... stories. Is the Hotel LBI still above the waterline? Our schedule is pretty much flexible, but Suzie says, "pick a warm day with no snow".
Thanks for picking up the ball, Bob,
-Allen
So, as Sherlock Holmes would say: "The games afoot!" Details soon!
Sounds like a grand idea Bob!
I think so too! I'll play around with the details but it's looking like endish of January 2023.
Make it very Jan end-ish. I'm in FL the 3rd week of Jan.
Attenzione all Bashers past, present and future!
I am proposing that the Mid Winter Gathering 2023 be set for Saturday February 4th in the year of our Lord two hundred and twenty three. The actual location is yet to be decided but it'll be in the Ocean County, NJ area and will consist of dinner somewhere where the news of our notorious reputation has not reached.
So what say ye merry mates? Will you sign on to this voyage?
Bob23
Count me in. I may bring a mystery Guest!!!
TG
That's great! Anyone we know??
Suzie and I are in providing the weather is ok.
Wouldn't be a mystery if side anything.
Though I've defected to Bob Johnson's other side, I would like to retain my status as a wharf rat and join this notorious gathering. Aye!
Your status is permanent. This is like the mafia- once you're in, you're in for life!
Bob23
IMPORTANT CHANGE! I would like to change the date of the MidWinter Gathering from 2/04 to 2/11. This would allow the highly esteemed Kevin to attend and this is fitting as he is the original instigator of the Bash. Kind of think of him as the godfather.... he'll make you an offer you cant' refuse!
The venue I'm thinking of is the Captain's Inn, Forked River, NJ. Good food, good drinks and not far from the water.
I'll need a final headcount by February 1st so I can reserve a nice table away from all the other patrons so they don't throw us out. So, if you are once again brave enough to risk your reputations, chime in here or send me a text.
Cheers! Bob23
Aye. Solo
Count us wharf rats in!
Hi folks,
The date change is fine with us but we have encountered some life issues that will make it difficult to make the trip. "Sh@# happens."
If something changes I'll let you know by the 1st.
Best to you all.
Allen & Suzie
Thanks Alan, hope all is ok.
Attenzione!
Thus far the head count for the Mid Winter Gathering 2023 is thusly:
Us: 2
Kev and Lesa: 2
Tim Gardener and special surprise guest: 2
Reighnman: 1
Dennis and Diane: 2
About 1800 hours local time February the eleventh in the year of our Lord two thousand and twenty three at the Captain's Inn, Forked River, NJ. Kinda on the water.
Anyone else brave enough to risk thier reputation?
Bob23
Bob,
Thanks for hunting us down. Just back from cruise vacation, read as floating bar tour?
Will check with Admiral Ellen for Feb 11, we need representation of the far upper latitudes of Barnegate Bay.
Thanks,
Brian
Bob,
I received the Admiral?s blessing. Let us know if there is room for us.
Thanks again,
Brian
Fantastic! There is always room for you and Ellen!!
Okay Bob, I'm in for 2, I may not pass the CPYOA solo sailing physical, but I can still drive (especially the 1800E!). Looking forward to seeing all soon. Marty
Fantastic Marty! Looking foward to see you and the rest of the East Coast compac-o-nauts!
Me hearties!! The game is afoot! I've made reservations at the Captain's Inn, Forked River NJ for 13 of us! February 11th, 1830 hours local. Should be a blast!
Bob23
Update! Secret sources have revealed to yours truly that the total of the scalywags attending the 2023 Mid Winter Gathering could soar to 16! It's epic!!
My sources now inform me that the number of scalywags and wharf rats and other could soar to 20! This will be epic. In addition, there is talk of reviving the Barnegat Bay Bash for the summer of 2023! See you all on the 11th at 1830 hours local.
Bob23
Okay... final count for me is 4 including me. See ya soon!
Awesome!! The game's afoot!!
:D
May I request seating near Lesa? I have many a question about the new pipe videos.
That's a premium seat and may cost you extra!
LOL ;D
Well...as the 'mystery' guest it's difficult to give regrets for the Mid-Winter gathering when no one knew we were even coming! Susan just had some surgery rescheduled for tomorrow, ambulatory type but not gunna be able to use her right hand much for a few days. Guess i am now her right hand man! Some day we will get up there! Still in the middle of ski season but beginning to think about sailing season!
Hope all is well up there in Joisey! Many changes in the works down here in the Center of the Known Universe! All good.
Aha! The mystery has been revealed! Sorry you can't make it but if you'll kindly text me your credit card information all will be forgiven! Don't forget that little code on the back. Best to you and Susan. We'll tip our PBR glasses to the south!!
Great gathering and here are a few pictures to prove it. ;)
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VIDEO>>> https://youtu.be/p2U-zVOkoz4
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Fantastic video and a wonderful time! Thanks to all who made the trek to the Captain's Inn to partake in this epic event! Stay tuned for information on the upcoming Barnegat Bay Bash, 2023.
And a very happy birthday to Wendy!
You should've called, Bob. I had my CC handy to buy a round!
TG
Is that a CP16😂? Well, soon you'll be navigating the high seas of Barnegate Bay in PEGASUS!!! 😀⛵.
I know you'll love Pegasus and give her? the TLC she? deserves.
Congratulations Kevin! 🥳
Marty
And Brian! Who knew that it was preordained that you should receive the coveted piece of plank from Nelson's flagship, Victory! I'm really pleased that it went to someone who really appreciates the history. Enjoy!
Marty
And finally, my being awarded the prestigious Silver Anchor award cementing the many fond memories of past BBB's 😜 . Yes, the Sargasso Sea adventure, the 3 men in a tub (I still owe Bob an oarlock 😁), body surfing the Atlantic and plenty more. What a great bunch of people, all brought together by the finest sailboats in the world 🌎!
Marty
All great stuff.
Thanks Marty!
Hey really enjoyed the pics and video looks like a great time. And based on local media, no felonies or even misdemeanor reports associated with the event.
I've always wanted to attend, making it a joint trip, visiting my Philly relatives while in the area. But this year I traveled south to Ocean Springs as the event was on the same weekend as my mothers 99th birthday celebration. Maybe next time, although it is considered folly to travel north in Jan. or Feb. and I fully expect my Mom to have another gathering for 100.