Fort Taylor
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Ahoy all! Hurricane here on my alternate account... Pirates in Paradise is just around the corner. If you'd like to save some money on admission this year, we have lots of volunteer opportunities during the whole week. As a volunteer, you get the following perks, based on the time you volunteer: ALL FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS WHO DONATE 4 HOURS WILL RECEIVE: Festival Day Pass, Pip Festival T-shirt & Shift Drink FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS WHO DONATE 12 OR MORE HOURS WILL RECEIVE: $20 PIP VIP 11 DAY FESTIVAL PASS (offers FREE Festival gate admission daily), Pip Festival T-shirt & Shift Drink, FREE Tall Ship Sail AND discounts on Feast Tickets! Volunteer opportunities abound…
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At last I have something of merit to donate to the Dead Man's Chest Auction. Muhaha.
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There have been many people that have called, posted or emailed wanting information regarding this year's Fort Taylor Pyrate Invasion, and I am well aware of the timing of this statement as being late, but I must announce that I will not be running this year's event. Due to a serious medical issue with Poppa, he has to have surgery. We are not sure of the time frame for it as of yet, but it is likely to be in the next couple of weeks, and we expect a rather lengthy recovery period. Scarlet Jai, who is on the board of the Friends of Fort Taylor will be taking over for me, with Lily to assist as last year. Things with the Fort have been rough, with a new park manager no…
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I decided to start this thread for those who attend it. While my participation this year in PIP is still up in the air, this is for those making arrangements to be there can follow updates. First off, I hear through the coconut telegraph that there is a new manager at the fort. Any news on his or her views and inclinations towards the invasion continuing? We all well remember when the past manager took over, there were some questions as to it happening. Now is the time when people start making plans and plane/accommodations reservations.
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Ahoy all! The preliminary schedule for the Pirates in Paradise Festival at the Truman Annex Waterfront is up at www.piratesinparadise.com. It includes several new events: 1st annual Boucan Cookoff 1st annual Home Brew Fest 1st annual Sea Chantey Championship Interactive Movie Night 1st Annual Jolly Roger ‘Hard Aground’ Land-ship Sailing Race 2011 marks the return of the Tall Tales Championship, two performances of the Tryal of Anne and Mary, guest lectures, Coloring with Don Maitz, the Pirate Pub and the El Meson de Pepe Pirate Feast. Several events have changed dates to make room for the new events and End of Hurricane Season, which falls on Wednesday. The Bad…
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It has been an eventful trip so far. Mike, Andria and I left for the Salt Lake City International Airport at 6:00 A.M. to catch a 7:15 flight. We arrived and checked in our luggage without incident, but I failed to place my tent stakes in the proper bag and I was forced to leave the security line and check in my carry on luggage. After we settled on the plane we were informed that the flight would be delayed do to mechanical difficulties. This put us in Phoenix an hour and a half late, causing us to miss our connecting flight into Fort Lauderdale. The airline has put us up in an AmeriSuite hotel room and we missed the End of Hurricane Season party. Our luggage is …
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I would like to keep the chatting down to a minium. So I'm numbering the mine. Then I will post a comment thread for the chatting. Mine will be up soon.
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Here is the link for all of my photos. Thought it would be easier if this was up at the top.
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Here's a few... http://picasaweb.google.com/PeterChaaps/PIP2010#
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Ok, it's begun! If you want to see it, you have to go through the Surgeon's Journal Facebook Fan page. You will find that here. I will be trying to update it with a new chapter at around noon each day. If the link doesn't work, just search for "Pirate Surgeon" on Facebook and you should be able to see it. Enjoy!
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I've lost my camera, it's a little point 'n shoot in a black case. Wondering if anyone has seen it.
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Can anyone tell me which gun crew Caribbean Pearl served on during the battles?
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I was thinking about Shay's parody songs last year and...well, a bad pun just sprang up in the muddled mass that is my mind: The Most Blunderbuss Time of the Year* I did not come up with any lyrics for it or anything. That exercise is left to the reader. *Sung to the tune of "We Wish You a Merry PiPmas natch.
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I believe it was Marathon. It was there one weekend and Key West the next. Cascabel would be one of the experts on that - it was what, 20 years ago now? It's been Key West exclusive 11 years, going on 12. I've been since 2002, so even I'm a relative newcomer, eh Cascabel? I remember when the encampments (the few there were) and the vendors were in the parking lot near the Schooner Bar and behind it on the road. That year Jimmy Buffett was recording License to Chill, Carleton, his bodyguard motioned us to come in (our band was near the big compass near Shrimpboat) but some vendor thought they wanted him so we didn't get to go in. But he did invite us to the impromptu conc…
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"Stop scraping up my pog parts"-Lily Alexander
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While most of you are on your way home, a few thoughts have crossed my mind. After being bed bug bitten, sun burnt, completely exhausted beyond all recognition, I feel like the luckiest person alive. I've shared the most incredible weekend with the finest pirates I know. Love and miss you already.
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The powers that be have decided to do an official Fort Taylor Pirate Invasion t-shirt (and totes, tanks, sweatshirts and hoodies too), which not only benefits the fort, but helps get yours truly to the event! Shirts will be available on men's t-shirts and tanks, as well as women's baby doll t-shirts and tank tops. All shirts are 100% cotton and will feature the compass pocket image and the crossed swords on the back. Prices reflect pick-up at the event in Florida. Anyone who is not attending, but would like a shirt, please add $5.00 for shipping. Orders will close on November 12th. Tote bags - $20.00 T-Shirts (men) - $20.00 T-Shirts (women) - $20.00 Men's tank - $24.0…
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Ahoy all! I am here starting the annual family gathering we call PIP and have a little info to impart on everyone. First, just so you know, family is already pouring in. Had a FAB dinner with Fayma, Tony, Lily, and Klaus last night and chatted with Jamaica Rose and Michael McLeod (Aka Michael and Christine Lampe) and Powder Keg Paul, saw Mad Dog (no, not M.A.d'Dogge, a different one who is down here every year), First Mate Matt & Sarah but somehow missed out on Liberte doing henna.... hmmm... Today we started set up of the PIP site... now for those of you who are heading down it is important to understand there are TWO PARTS to this event. I had folks asking how t…
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Cannibal Crispy driving down Duval in the Parade, feeling his way along the street with his cane from behind the wheel.
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Hey all, it's about a week away and I'm still getting things ready. Here's my list of things to finish: Vest Foot Wear Scabbard Haversack What do you still need to finish before heading down for the family reunion??? Animal Note: Finished everything but the haversack and footwear. Making a pair of moccasins from a pig hide I got from Sutler Jim. Going to have to buy a haversack down there, Not enough time left. Animal
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We are pleased to announce that the new competitions have lots of great news. First, the trophies have arrived. For first place in the National Walk the Plank Championships as well as the Tall Tales Competition and Freestyle Tall Tales Invitational, winners will receive a trophy and a $50 gift certificate to Fairavilla. Second and Third will each receive engraved medals. The winners of the Buxom Wench and Bad Ass Pirate will also receive a gift certificate to Fairavilla. We want to thank them for their generous donation to these events. Here's a sneak peak at the trophies: Here's the details for this year's Walk the Plank Championship: http://www.piratesinparadise…
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Anyone traveling down I-95 to Key West in the next few days and needing a rest is invited to stop by on the way. We're in the Melbourne/Palm Bay area and just a few miles off the highway and would welcome the company. There's a few extra rooms to spread out you sleeping gear if needed too. We'll be heading out ourselves early Thursday morning to arrive at the Fort hopefully around noon. It's a little over 320 miles and should be close to a six hour drive depending on traffic.
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As if the non-appearance of my hat was not enough ... seems gunner has had a major change in plans and I no longer have a place to throw my drunken carcass when I can stand no longer, late into the night. I messaged Fayma (at Gunner's recommendation), butI fear she may be a-wenchin' already and not hear of my plight! Any recommendations?
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On behalf of the Friends of Fort Taylor and Fayma Callahan, here are the documents that you've been waiting for. The registration forms can be sent in by email to lilyalexander@frontiernet.net or fax 1 877-643-FTPI (3874). Once the form is received, you will be sent an email confirmation as well as the Black Powder Rules and Participant Guidelines. All participants wanting to take part in the Fort Taylor Pyrate Invasion must fill out a registration form. Please pass along these forms to any interested individuals or crews that may not be on the pub or facebook. Hurricane, please feel free to post these on the Pirates in Paradise website as well. Registration Forms a…
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In this rush to finish all our plans, I just wanted to take a moment and thank you all for the extraordinary effort you all have made to make this the finest gathering of the bretheren that I have ever known. This Thanksgiving, I am grateful for you all. I could never have taken this on without all the love and support you all have given me. I simply cannot wait for you all to be here for our Pipmas family reunion. For those that have been here, welcome home. For those that are new, welcome to your NEW home. Everyone be safe, be happy, and get here fast! With Love, Momma
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