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1. 

   Way cool...

   July 28, 2003 by Bilgemunky

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   So I met a new neighbor the other night while participating in a migrating porch party. Someone at the party needed a knife, and I offered up my pocketknife, which happened to be of the rigging variety. When my new neighbor noticed this he expressed an interest in buying a sailboat and learning to use it on Lake Michigan, and wondered if I might be interested in joining him. Well we all know the answer to that :) Later during the same party, we were discussing unusual last names, what with mine meaning "Unholy Pickle" and his meaning "Dragon." Yup, his last name is Drake. And upon further discussion, it came to light that he's a direct descendent of Sir Frances himsel…

   

   Last reply by the Royaliste, July 28, 2003
2. 

   Washington Wenches 1 2

   April 25, 2003 by Pirate Lego

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   Rather anti social at times but out of plain curiousity, are there any other wenchs in Washington state?

   

   Last reply by the Royaliste, July 28, 2003
3. 

   uh... Ahoy there, mateys!

   July 21, 2003 by MadMaryFlint

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   Blimey! I ne'er seen so many pirates a'fore. Okay, okay. I'll stop with my bad imitation of a pirate. Honestly, I am one of those crazy ppl that got into pirate stuff 'cause of a certain movie with a certain attractive actor... But I assure you that I've always been a history fan and history of the Americas rocks. I promise to work on my pirate speech (hopefully y'all will help me) as long as you promise not to keelhaul me (and I probably spelled that wrong..). As I mentioned, I am very interested in history. I did not, however, mention that I am a photographer. I live around the northern area of VA and am looking for opportunities nearby to do some "pirate…

   

   Last reply by Stynky Tudor, July 26, 2003
4. 

   Official Sticker Vote - STICKERS COMING OUT SOON!

   July 18, 2003 by Guest Angus MacVox

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   Details - The stickers will be 50 cents with a small shipping & handling. They will be red & black. Also, note that you can buy magnetic backing for the stickers if you want over at http://www.evolvefish.com Directions - Pick yer favorite! And, feel free to post to this thread if one of these is absolutely not one you want, because ideally we want a sticker that everyone will get! NOTE: I cannot add new ideas to this poll. If you have a great new idea that seems to warrant it, we will have a runnoff between the top couple here and those new ideas.

   

   Last reply by Guest, July 25, 2003
5. 

   What kind of a Swashbuckler are you? 1 2

   June 24, 2003 by Charity Sweetlove

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   I know I double listed it, but I added some other amusing bits to this *nods* http://quizilla.com/users/Dawg/quizzes/Wha...ler%20Are%20You? Trying to get in touch with your inner pyrate? http://www.fidius.org/quiz/pirate.php

   

   Last reply by the Royaliste, July 25, 2003
6. 

   Pirates with Parrots or other Beasties? 1 2

   July 14, 2003 by TalesOfTheSevenSeas

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   I'd like to know how many of you like to take yer beasties along on your adventures? Below are a couple of photos of Cloudy, my triton cockatoo. He's wearing a "flight suit" in the picture with a skull and cross bones on it. The suit is a lycra body suit with a safety harness, that gives us a bit more security when we go out (and with it's built in diaper, it keeps my pirate coat clean!!) At the bottom are a couple of links to sound files so you can hear a few of his words. I'm counted over 100 words and phrases that he knows. Cloudy is approximately 30-something and was trained for the Baretta television series. However, due to his extreme dislike of men, he didn't …

   

   Last reply by the Royaliste, July 25, 2003
7. 

   Doing Pirate research, who can help?

   July 21, 2003 by AliasGraceO'Malley

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   Greetings, new member here. In my real life I am a part-time writer trying to be full time. I'm currently working on a book where pirates focus heavily. Particularly Port Royal, towards the end of it's time afloat. What I'm especially looking for is the flavor of a pirate town. What people ate, what merchants were there, what homes were like, ya know daily things. Cause the book will include time at sea as well as a prominent character who lives on Port Royal, owning a pub. I have a couple books, like Pirates own Book and Under the Black Flag. so if anybody has any good books to recommend, or films this would be great. What about the festivals. Might any of these be o…

   

   Last reply by the Royaliste, July 25, 2003
8. 

   genealogy

   July 20, 2003 by ian

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   im interested in charting my ancestry,looking to see if im related to any pyrates. ive noticed many people talk about this, and im wondering what a good source would be to begin?

   

   Last reply by the Royaliste, July 23, 2003
9. 

   Looks like I found a welcome port...

   July 22, 2003 by Katie O'Sullivan

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   Just wanting to say aye... I just landed at this site and thinks it could be good one. I be ocean loving, mean and fair. I will listen to your stories for time and see how long I may stay. Interesting place... the captain works hard, plain to see. Thanks for letting me come aboard. Katie O'Sullivan Isle of California

   

   Last reply by Stynky Tudor, July 23, 2003
10. 

    'appy Beerthday Mister Redhand!

    July 21, 2003 by Stynky Tudor

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    Arrr and a 'appy, 'appy Beerthday to you Rehand!

    

    Last reply by Capt. Westyn Elizabeth Roberts, July 22, 2003
11. 

    An introduction is in order says I

    July 13, 2003 by Captain Jack

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    Me is a magician by trade and started using a pirate character called Captain Jack a little over four years. Currently me is anchored in Sacramento, California. Me has known about this board for awile, but me figured twas time to get off me binacle and join in order to chat with other sea dogs and perhaps meet up with a few. So hoist yer drinks and make some noise And if yer in the mood, click on the following link: Captain Jack's Home Page About two-thirds of the way down, there is a link for an interactive magic trick with Captain Jack!

    

    Last reply by Captain Jack, July 22, 2003
12. 

    Pirate Groups in Pittsburgh

    June 24, 2003 by DuCouer

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    Ahoy all...Anyone from the Greater Pittsburgh area that knows of or would like to start a Renaisance or Pirate society here in the 'Burgh. Sure we have the SCA but they are way to up tight and cloistered. You must have to sell your soul to join them. I have written for information several times and have been ignored. I want an open minded group of people who want to share in the spirit of the times. Post here with ideas or contact me by e-mail look Forward to hearing from all of you... DuCouer

    

    Last reply by DuCouer, July 22, 2003
13. 

    Hola Mi Piratical Amigos!!!!!

    July 12, 2003 by PirateMunkee

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    Hola, I'm Troy the Pirate Munkee. Bodyboarder and artiste extraordinaire living on the west coast in Santa Cruz. I'm a former Disneyland CM Jungle Cruise Skipper that's into Ren Faires and am dying to hook up with a Piratical Crew in my area are just any crew that will have me. I have been owner of a couple online Pirate Role play by e-mail games that have died out unfortunately. It's nice to know I have found an active port with so many like minded individuals. Glad to be here.

    

    Last reply by the Royaliste, July 21, 2003
14. 

    Swabbie

    July 15, 2003 by SavageWolf

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    Arrr, me maties, just dropping anchor, as ya can see, I am new. This be a mighty fine forum. Be speakin more, later. Hasta!

    

    Last reply by SavageWolf, July 21, 2003
15. 

    Me own Birthday

    July 16, 2003 by Captain Sage

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    Avast, ye' hearties! Tis' been another year in the sweet trade, another cruise on the Pirate Round. I'm taking me vacation on the Carolina Coast this week with me fine pirate wife and pirate daughter, terrorizing the locals. I'll be a bit busy in me cabin with the new POTC computer game I got after bein' taken to see the movie for free yesterday, so leave your gold, silver, stones, and baubles outside me cabin door. "Welcome aboard!" to the overrunning hoards of new swabbers and such, I reckon' some kinda' war is over and they've got cabin fever. (or it could be the movie ) Captain Sage PS- Check out me pirate daughter's birthday card on my website. She sure loves …

    

    Last reply by the Royaliste, July 21, 2003
16. 

    New Pyrate Member

    July 13, 2003 by BatSpell

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    Allo Maty's! The name's BatSpell. (Not Pyrate Name). Haven't decided on a new name yet. I be new to this here pub. Glad to be joinin'! I find yer in good company, If it be the company of Pyrates!!! Yo ho, yo ho, a Pyrates life fer me!!! BatSpell.

    

    Last reply by the Royaliste, July 20, 2003
17. 

    I am new as well

    July 15, 2003 by Guest Pirate Molly

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    I'm Molly, Stynky's mate. I get seasick easily but I still love the sea. Nice to be here and meet everyone.

    

    Last reply by Captain Sage, July 20, 2003
18. 

    Greetings all!

    July 17, 2003 by Mad Maudlin McCrumb

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    I just hadn't found you lot until the unnamed Johnny Depp (drool, pardon me) movie came out!! Oh I am so glad to find others of a like mind!! Anybody out of Portland Oregon??? My ship has gone all to heck!

    

    Last reply by Captain Sage, July 20, 2003
19. 

    Hi Everybody!

    July 18, 2003 by Dave Diller

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    I'm new here, just thought I'd stop in and say hi. :)

    

    Last reply by Captain Sage, July 20, 2003
20. 

    Ahoy

    July 18, 2003 by Bosun Jack Whitehead

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    Ahoy mates, I just joined the forum today and I thought I'd introduce myself. I got into the reenactment business in the SCA around 20 years ago in Buffalo NY...but only stayed around for 2 years or so. I've always hung around the fringes of revolutionary war re-enactment groups and the like and especially enjoyed going to ren faires. Four years ago I started taking along my son, who is now 14 years old. My interest in pirates and privateers has absolutely nothing to do with the POTC movie...well, maybe a little...ok, ok, you got me...I probably wouldn't have found this site if I weren't changing my colors, as it were. I am currently residing in the NYC area. Do …

    

    Last reply by Captain Sage, July 20, 2003
21. 

    Brand Spankin' New!

    July 18, 2003 by Bessie Battle

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    Being a very recent pirate, I was looking for any and all information of a piratical nature, when I did stumble upon this place. Seems friendly enough (for a bunch 'o pirates that is ) so I thought I'd stay put for a bit. I've filled out my profile a bit; if there's anything else you'd like to know, feel free to ask! Cheers!

    

    Last reply by Captain Sage, July 20, 2003
22. 

    new - better introduce myself

    July 17, 2003 by tasia

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    I have, of course, come by way of the Pirates movie, although have always had an interest in Pirates, I had no knowledge there were actually groups out there that re-created the pirate life! I am currently a medieval reenactor, medieval swordfighting (broadswords) by way of my 2000 lbs. warhorse. I live in Oregon am 34 - not to old to become a pirate I'd hope - as long as I can have my pirate horse too! Anyway, look forward to meeting you all and have enjoyed the posts I've read so far! tasia

    

    Last reply by Captain Sage, July 20, 2003
23. 

    Guild Gab

    July 19, 2003 by TalesOfTheSevenSeas

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    I'm always anxious to learn from other pirates involved in groups, troops or guilds. It helps me in making decisions about Tales of the Seven Seas. What techniques have worked for you in recruiting new members? Which events were the most successful in promoting your group? Which events had the best pirate turn outs? Do you partner with other groups? What does you group do? (skits, meet & greet, sea battles, parades etc) What do you do to promote your group? Got any other advice you'd like to share? What was your biggest mistake? What was the best thing you did?

    

    Last reply by TalesOfTheSevenSeas, July 20, 2003
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    Bumper sticker ideas 1 2

    May 29, 2003 by Guest Angus MacVox

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    I was thinking of having some bumper stickers made at some point to promote pyracy.com - what should they say? "I'd rather be pillaging." any other ideas?

    

    Last reply by PirateMunkee, July 19, 2003
25. 

    Any Coasties in the Pub?

    July 18, 2003 by the Royaliste

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    Ahoy there, I'm lookin' for an 'unnoffical' offical view on a sea matter. email me aboard the Royaliste at orcaboat@sbcglobal.net Don't wanna air my dirty skivvies!

    

    Last reply by the Royaliste, July 18, 2003