2017 Southeast builder's meet at River Palms Cottage OCT 13-14th

[Jeff]

Jacques is correct and there is another ramp about one mile south of River Palms!! Jeff

[stickystuff]

sorry I also wont be able to make it. I am scheduled to work Friday, Sat. and 3 hrs on sunday. would have loved to be there and meet Mrs Cracker., as well as other new builders. THOUGHT i was retired. Hmmm. I work at a camp ground in Homosassa a mile down the road from our last meet. Enjoy and stay safe all.

[94'325is]

Thanks for the ramp info. Last question: How is parking usually? I'd prefer to be down there as early as possible but realistically I will be getting down there closer to 10-11am. I know the ramps around here get slammed and parking is tough but every ramp is different.

[Reid]

Thanks for the ramp info. Last question: How is parking usually? I'd prefer to be down there as early as possible but realistically I will be getting down there closer to 10-11am. I know the ramps around here get slammed and parking is tough but every ramp is different.

There is generally plenty of parking at either ramp location. The ramp to the south of River Palms is closer. Also, if you are staying at river palms, you can tie up to their dock, anchor in the shallow water right out back of the cottages and keep your trailer in a dirt lot on the River Palms property.

Reid

[cape man]

Pattie and I should be there mid day on Friday and leaving Sunday. Bringing some barbecue pork and rolls. Is someone taking care of plates, etc.?

[Reid]

Pattie and I should be there mid day on Friday and leaving Sunday. Bringing some barbecue pork and rolls. Is someone taking care of plates, etc.?

Jeff and I will take care of all the cups, plates, utensils, napkins/paper towels, etc...

Good thinking though!!!

Reid

[Jeff]

Cape man, Did you receive my email regarding the Yamaha motor? Jeff

[cape man]

Yeah...just read it. Bummer!

[Artesian18]

Re: The 2017 River Palms Cottage Meet OCT 13-14th.
Hello, my name is "Doc" and I would like to introduce myself as I am a new member of Bateau2 Builder Forum. I absolutely love building boats!!! After much thought and research, I am almost positive I have decided on Starting now and building the OD 18. I have a lot of experience building boats already, and I want this one! -- for it will suit every purpose I need it for.
Most co-incidentally, is that I was researching more about the boat, the Beteau website/company and it's tech support and I found out about the Builder's Meet of 2017 and I am very interested in attending the weekend event. I am sure that I can meet a lot of people, network, and most importantly Pick the brains of the one's who have already been through what I'm about to undertake (building the OD18). I want to recall the people I meet in regard to future communications, advice, etc (place a face with the name, and vice versa).
I just think maybe it would be worth my while to attend? So....
Will it be worthwhile for me to attend even if I don't have a boat? I see there is going to be other OD18 and similar boats there?
Would someone please help and describe what the meet is like, and if Newby Beginners to Bateau2 Builders will be noticed?, is it possible to be sponsored around at first etc., (welcomed and shown around and kinda "adopted" so to speak) so I can get out on the water and see what and why the boats I'm about to build are so addictive?
All this happened so fast for me today, and now, for me to potentially plan this trip from Orlando. I need help in feedback and what to expect.
Mahalo!
Sincerely,
"Doc"

[Aripeka Angler]

Re: The 2017 River Palms Cottage Meet OCT 13-14th.
Hello, my name is "Doc" and I would like to introduce myself as I am a new member of Bateau2 Builder Forum. I absolutely love building boats!!! After much thought and research, I am almost positive I have decided on Starting now and building the OD 18. I have a lot of experience building boats already, and I want this one! -- for it will suit every purpose I need it for.
Most co-incidentally, is that I was researching more about the boat, the Beteau website/company and it's tech support and I found out about the Builder's Meet of 2017 and I am very interested in attending the weekend event. I am sure that I can meet a lot of people, network, and most importantly Pick the brains of the one's who have already been through what I'm about to undertake (building the OD18). I want to recall the people I meet in regard to future communications, advice, etc (place a face with the name, and vice versa).
I just think maybe it would be worth my while to attend? So....
Will it be worthwhile for me to attend even if I don't have a boat? I see there is going to be other OD18 and similar boats there?
Would someone please help and describe what the meet is like, and if Newby Beginners to Bateau2 Builders will be noticed?, is it possible to be sponsored around at first etc., (welcomed and shown around and kinda "adopted" so to speak) so I can get out on the water and see what and why the boats I'm about to build are so addictive?
All this happened so fast for me today, and now, for me to potentially plan this trip from Orlando. I need help in feedback and what to expect.
Mahalo!
Sincerely,
"Doc"

Welcome Doc.
If I were you, I would come to this meet.
It's free other than the gas it takes to get to Jensen Beach.
There will be an OD18 and her Captain at the meet.
Also, there will be an OD18 builder from AK at the meet. He didn't bring his boat for obvious reasons.
We are a friendly and welcoming bunch, so come on over.
If you show up Saturday and don't see too many boats, be patient.
A few of the guys will be fishing and messing about on the water during the day.