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A Nautical Renaissance At the Port of Ilwaco May 18-21 & June 9-12, 2006 Thursday, May 18, 2006 - Grand Arrival at 4pm Chinook Blessing & Free Dockside tours until 6pm Friday May 19, 2006 KMUN Ship Report 91.9 Astoria (11 minutes before 9) TCB 89.5 Tillamook CPB 90.9 Warrenton www.kmun.org Want to know what a day in the life of a sailor is like? Listen and find out how to become part of the tall ship's crew. School Programs Tall Ship Dockside Tours 4-6 pm at the Port of Ilwaco FRIDAY NIGHT LIFE: Eat a Pirate Pub Dinner at McNel's English Pub (costumed pirates can ask for the "pirate special") The Whistlin' Oysters at the Sea Hag - downtown Ilwaco 7-11 pm Saturday, May 20, 2006 THE OFFICIAL PIRATE INVASION DAY TALL SHIPS: 10-1 Dockside Tours, 2-5 Battle Sail, 6-9 Pirate Battle Sail Make way for tall ships, sailors, pirates, seas shanties, muzzleloaders and mountain men as the Port of Ilwaco comes to life with characters, music and activities reminiscent of the 1700- 1800’s. Tall ships, Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftan will be in port offering dockside tours, adventure and battle sails... Last year's tall ships and pirantics were a hit! Over a thousand visitors attended. Additional nautical events and activities will coincide with this year’s tall ships visits. The port welcomes back a friendly band of cutthroat pirates: The Rifle Loot & Salvage Co. Mustering at high noon on Saturday, May 20th - Cannons and muskets will fire as pirates raise the black flag to commemorate this year’s official “Pirate Invasion”. In addition to black powder and pirates greeting visitors at the port, activities include a living history pirate encampment with a weapons, cargo and knot tying display. Taste a "ships biscuit" and get advice on how to prevent scurvy! Sword fighting demonstrations and a children's booth will be presented by the Empire of Chivalry and Steel, Duchy of Terra Norte. For $1 children can try their hand at sword fighting a pirate and receive an official certificate. www.ecs-terranorte.org We are also excited to welcome the famous founders of Talk Like A Pirate Day (September 19) and "Pirattitude" book authors, Cap'n Slappy & John Ol' Chumbucket Baur. Come find out if you have "pirattitude"!? www.talklikeapirate.com 2 pm book signing is being planned at Time Enough Books 360/ 642-7667 COAST GUARD - Boat safety booth Saturday 5/20 Piratical Music and Musings at the Port of Ilwaco Pavillion: At the Port Pavillion 11:00 - 1:00 pm Piratical Music and Musings by: Cap'n Matt & Tugboat (Opens event - Introduces rangers) 1:00 - 1:30 pm "Graveyard of the Pacific" - historical presentation by Cape D. Interpretive Rangers 1:30 - 1:55 pm "Pirattitude?" Have you got it? Presented by the famous founders of Talk Like A Pirate Day and Pirattitude book authors, Cap'n Slappy & John Ol' Chumbucket Baur. (Introduce Music) 2 PM Black Powder Salute 2-5 Tall Ship Battle Sail 2 PM Pirattitude book signing and sale at Time Enough Books 2:00 - 4:00 pm Piratical Music by: Broadside Johnnie (Announce the next event) 4:00 - 4:30pm Pirate "Open Mic" - With "Open Pirate Mike" (Call to get on list- 360/642-0823) 4:30 PM Black Powder Salute to Commemorate End of 2006 PIRATE INVASION DAY 6-9 pm Tall Ship Pirate's Battle Sail Saturday Evening in Ilwaco - At the Sea Hag: The Whistling Oysters (A 5 piece band with fiddle, banjo, mandolin, guitar, penny whistle, Irish drum and of course, vocals.) A piratical good time will be had by all that come! 7-11 pm The evening of May 20, there will be a “Dinner with Lewis and Clark” at Fort Columbia State Park’s historic theater. Living Historians, representing members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition will be among the audience celebrating the Corps’ of Discovery’s arrival back in St. Louis. A dinner featuring period appropriate food will be included in the ticket price. A silent auction will be held to raise money for the Friends of the Columbia River Gateway, a non-profit group supporting interpretative programs and events for the Long Beach Area State Parks. Call (360) 642-4144 for more information and tickets. Sunday, May 21, 2006 Tall Ships: Dockside Tours 10-1 2-6 Battle sail to Astoria, OR. (Return transport by bus for a additional fee of aprox. $5) Note: Ships will not stay docked in Astoria, but will travel to their next destination up river before returning to Ilwaco in June. www.ladywashington.org 1-800-200-LADY Nautical Renaissance - event coordinator: Jenna Austin 360/642-0823 A NAUTICAL RENAISSANCE At the Port of Ilwaco JUNE 9-12, 2006 Friday, June 9, 2006 Grand Arrival Luncheon 11- Noon at your favorite Ilwaco restaurant (a fundraiser) Tall Ships Grand Arrival at Noon Free Dockside Tours until 6pm Saturday, June 10, 2006 TALL SHIPS: 10-1 Dockside Tours, 2-5 Battle Sail, 6-9 Battle Sail Folk Music at the Pavillion by Colin Spring Washington State Park Interpretive Rangers will be presenting : The Legacy of Captain Robert Grey, Lewis and Clark’s search for a fur trading ship, as well as other related themes. "Cap'N Matt & Tugboat" - sea shanties and maritime music COAST GUARD - Boating Safety Kayak Demonstration - Secondwind Sports 642-4052 Harbor Lights - Pirate/Carribean Bash Sunday, June 11, 2006 TALL SHIPS: 10-1 Dockside Tours, 2-5 Battle Sail, 6-9 Moonlight Cruise Merchant Moonlight Cruise Sponsored by Ilwaco Merchants You pay for $45 sail, refreshments provided. Will be limited to 45 people from IMA) Children's Treasure Hunt & Port Parade 1pm Monday, June 12, 2006 School Programs 9-3:30 Departure for Westport at 4 pm www.ladywashington.org 1-800-200-LADY Lady Washington Adventure Sail: $45.00 for Adults, $35.00 for Students and Seniors and $25.00 for Children 12 and younger. Battle Sail: $50.00 for Adults, Students and Seniors and $30.00 for Children 12 and younger. Dockside Tours: $10.00 for a family pass (up to 5 people), $4.00 for adults, $3.00 for students and seniors and $2.00 for children 12 and younger. School Costs: Please contact the office for rates at (800) 200-LADY EVENT COORDINATOR: Jenna Austin Nisbett 360/ 642-0823 PO Box 853 Ilwaco, WA 98624

Come hear and see "The Whisting Oysters" at the Sea Hag - Friday & Saturday evening - May 19 & 20th - downtown Ilwaco OFFICIAL Pirate Sail 6-9 pm - Saturday 5/20

Musicians lined up for Saturday include: "Cap'n Matt & Tugboat" & "Broadside Johnnie & Tony Sciola" Hope to meet some of ye scurvy dogs there!

Come see the Interceptor in Ilwaco - The Lady Washington See post under RAIDS - A Nautical Renaissance At the Port of Ilwaco May 18-21 & June 9-12 This is a great place to visit! We are at the "end of the world" - the end of the Lewis & Clark trail. We have 2 lighthouses... www.ladywashington.org (tall ship schedule)

See my post under Raids - and soon to be on the calendar of events here. (I posted event on calendar - but it hasn't shown up yet, I assume the moderator has to check it) A Nautical Renaissance at The Port of Ilwaco The "Pirattitude" guys are doing a book thing at our local waterfront bookstore - Time Enough Books - owner Karla Nelson (Ilwaco, WA) You should come chek out Ilwaco - it's a famous old town - unique! :) Im the event coordinator, but you will need to talk to bookstore owner to arrange your deal. We will include your event in our PR...

A Nautical Renaissance At the Port of Ilwaco May 18-21 & June 9-12 2006 THE OFFICIAL PIRATE INVASION: Saturday, May 20th Noon-5pm Port of Ilwaco - Ilwaco, WA (Located on the "Long Beach Peninsula" - over the bridge from Astoria,OR.) Make way for tall ships, sailors, pirates, seas shanties, muzzleloaders and mountain men as the Port of Ilwaco comes to life with characters, music and activities reminiscent of the 1700- 1800’s. Tall ships, Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftan will be in port offering dockside tours, adventure and battle sails... Last year's tall ships and pirantics were a hit! Over a thousand visitors attended. Additional nautical events and activities will coincide with this year’s tall ships visits. NO ADMISSION FEE - All events free unless otherwise noted. The port welcomes back a friendly band of cutthroat pirates: The Rifle Loot & Salvage Co. Mustering at high noon on Saturday, May 20th - Cannons and muskets will fire as pirates raise the black flag to commemorate this year’s official “Pirate Invasion”. In addition to black powder and pirates greeting visitors to the port, activities include a living history pirate encampment with a weapons, cargo and knot tying display. Taste a "ships biscuit" and get advice on how to prevent scurvy! Sword fighting demonstrations and a “whack a pirate” booth for children, presented by the Empire of Chivalry and Steel, Duchy of Terra Norte. For $1 children can try their hand at sword fighting a pirate and receive an official certificate. Empire of Chivalry and Steele, Duchy of Terra Norte www.ecs-terranorte.org We are also excited to welcome the famous founders of Talk Like A Pirate Day and "Pirattitude" book authors, Cap'n Slappy & John Ol' Chumbucket Baur. www.talklikeapirate.com Washington State Park Interpretive Rangers will be presenting educational programs about the maritime history at the mouth of the Columbia River at the port’s pavilion from XXX to XXX. (Times TBA) Topics of these programs may include “The Graveyard of the Pacific,” early exploration of the Columbia River by ships from several countries, the legacy of Captain Robert Grey, Lewis and Clark’s search for a fur trading ship, as well as other related themes. PIRATE OPEN MIC - Hosted by Open Pirate Mike. 4-5 pm at the Port of Ilwaco Pavillion. The evening of May 20, there will be a “Dinner with Lewis and Clark” at Fort Columbia State Park’s historic theater. Living Historians, representing members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition will be among the audience. A dinner featuring period appropriate food will be included in the ticket price. A silent auction will be held to raise money for the Friends of the Columbia River Gateway, a non-profit group supporting interpretative programs and events for the Long Beach Area State Parks. Call (360) 642-4144 for more information and tickets. Events last until 5 pm. PIRATE VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED: Please contact Jenna Austin if you are interested in volunteering for this event. Costumed helpers are needed for May 20th and other event dates and time. Please call: Jenna Austin 360/ 642-0771 VENDOR SPACE AVAILABLE - Coordinate through the Saturday Market Manager: (Be sure to tell her a pirate lady sent ya! And request to be in the pirate section) Sharon Saunders: Manager Saturday Market at the Port of Ilwaco P.O. Box 307 ~ Ilwaco, WA 98624 Seasonal: (360) 642-3495 ~ Cell: (360) 244-1514 www.portofilwaco.com ~ “Special Events” FOR MORE INFO ABOUT THE TALL SHIPS: www.ladywashington.org Tall Ship Sail Prices: Lady Washington Adventure Sail: $45.00 for Adults, $35.00 for Students and Seniors and $25.00 for Children 12 and younger. Battle Sail: $50.00 for Adults, Students and Seniors and $30.00 for Children 12 and younger. Dockside Tours: $10.00 for a family pass (up to 5 people), $4.00 for adults, $3.00 for students and seniors and $2.00 for children 12 and younger. School Costs: Please contact the office for rates at (800) 200-LADY Come to a pirate friendly town and be part of this year's fun! Come take a pirate picture of yourelf at one of our 2 historic lighthouses. Cape Disappointment & North Head. Stay in a yurt at our newly designated national park - formerly Fort Canby - Now Cape Disappointment Nat'l Park. Come to the end of the Lewis & Clark trail. Our area is being called the last frontier of the west coast. Ilwaco is a famous old fishing town and one of the few ports where guests can walk along side fisherman and boats on public accessible docks... For local area info and to find a place to stay - check out local area info at: www.ilwacowashington.com www.funbeach.com www.portofilwaco.com Ask for the pirate discount EVENT COORDINATOR: Jenna Austin 360/ 642-0823 PO Box 853 Ilwaco, WA 98624 EVENT WEBSITE COMING SOON: www.nauticalrenaissance.com

Great song! Can't wait to hear it played on pirate radio!

I love Ray Stevens - it was one of my Dad's favorites - I do not remember a pirate song. Would love it if you'd send it to me! Thanks mate!

I'm planning on attending and look forward to meeting many of ye fine pirates! It is driving me crazy that the dates on their web site aren't the dates of the event!? Arrgh!

Thanks matey! Do you happen to know if I can copy this onto CD from my computer (with burner) and play on cd player? Here's some grog fer ya!

Also would like to buy a cd/songbook combo - any recomendations?

Ahoy mateys - I need some help - quick! > > Starting a "Learn to Sing Sea Shanty/ Chanty" group here in Ilwaco. > Fun is the first priority - however Im also trying to train some of me pirate crew to get ready for dinner > theater and other piratical activities, events and faires... None of > us know didly about squat - although we are hoping to find a pirate > or two that may be stowed away in the area to help us out! > > Stormfeather is sending me (hopefully -already on the way ;-)the > copyright free book and cd. - Out of that book specifically - which > ones should I start with? > > Also - looking for other cds and especically - piano music for > my "piano annie" > > BTW: At this group we will start out with some vocal exercises and > training each time. The time we're meeting is currently being > changed - think we will do 2x month on Fridays - So if you think yar > coming - check back - or call me to ask. > > Oh - we're getting together this Friday - so please don't dally with > yar replies. > > Much obliged!

:) Pirates always welcome in Ilwaco! www.portofilwaco.com www.funbeach.com

Was a great weekend with the tall ships and pirates! No rain! I never believe weather reports! All pirates are welcome to come in June! On Saturday - we'll be having a kids pirate parade and I'm looking for a few pirate judges... Saturday night - pirates are welcome at The Crew House Gallery for "Red Head Appreciation Night" - a party any pirate could appreciate. The gallery is right next to the port office. The Goonies are going on the Sunday sail and possibly other activities are being planned... Hope to see more pirates!

Aye! Post the hook! I've got pirate flag ideas rolling around in my head - would love any good links or photos of flags for a little more inspiration and motivation!

:) I'm a foot loose and fancy free pirate myself. However, I must say that: Ye might be a pirate if you traded in your pumps for a good pair of boots Aye! Every pirate appreciates a good pair of boots!

ALL WITHIN STUMBLIN DISTANCE IWACO MOTELS/INN Bell Tower Inn : 888/244-2523 (spendiest - historic - nice - ask for the Paint N the Town Red Pirate Party Discount) Heidi's - nice cheap motel: 360/642-2387 Harbor Lights Motel: 360/ 642-3196 (Right ON THE PORT OF ILWACO - new ownership - possible change - they didn't use to take reservations -not sure how they will do it now. #18 or 19??? has 2 beds - view of Port) Col-Pacific 360/ 642-3177 (Not open now, but will be then? Don't know how they do reservations) Haciendas: 360/ 642-8459 "Where Fisherman Stay" There's also a Fort Canby National Park (yurts) and 2 RV parks. (Beacon & Eagle's Nest) Beacon is on the port and has some real pirates - not in costume - on site - but they said they have a spot that can be rented and then there's room for a couple of tents. Penelope Pirate works there - ask for her when you make your reservation: 360/ 642-2138 Eagle's Nest is nice resort syle RV park - up hill... Other accomodations available in 3 - 7 mile surrounding area www.funbeach.com Just be forewarned - cops are as thick as thieves on the peninsula and they will stop you and give you a DUI at the drop of a hat. Please use a designated driver system - there's no taxi service.

REVISED SCHEDULE FOR TALL SHIPS IN ILWACO Grand Arrival in Ilwaco at 4:00 p.m. on May 11, 2005 Free tours at this time only Reception for the Crew at the Heritage Museum - following Grand Arrival May 12th – School programs – Dockside tours 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. FRIDAY the 13th – School programs – Dockside tours 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. OleBob's Coffee Net - Grand Opening Celebration - Join us for Sea Shanties, Free Refreshments - $1 Crab Cakes $2 Beer & Wine 7-9 pm On the Port of Ilwaco SATURDAY the 14th – Dockside tours 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. OFFICIAL PDX PIRATE RAID: Battle Reneactment Sail 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. PIRATE PARTY - Celebrating Grand Opening of Pirate & Mermaid Adventures at Paint N the Town Red in downtown Ilwaco - 7-9 pm 15th – Dockside tours 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Battle Reneactment Sail 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 16th - Departs (Returns to Ilwaco - 1st weekend in June) $50 for 3 hour sail - $8 dockside tours - Senior, child & group discounts Reservations: 800/200-LADY (BE SURE TO RESERVE YOUR SAIL) www.portofilwaco.com

Good advice m'lady. However I noticed that your signature changed just a wee bit - what happened to faith, trust and pixie dust???

and dont forget Paint N the Town Red! (.com!) I love it! Going to use these ideas for an event meself! In honor of me mother - she'll love it! Did anyone say swedish fish candies - red - no fat! mmm! Like your new avatar Lady Snow. It's new right? You are a sparkling star!

I read in one of me pirate books that there weren't many fires started because of how easily the wooden ships could catch aflame and I believe I even read that it wasn't allowed, except by Captain on some ships. I'm thinking drunken sailor and fire - testosterone... As all ye fire starters know better than I, eh! I love this info - going to put it in my pirate's survival guide class for the lass. Much obliged to all for the great input. This be a fine group of pirate men I do say! Fair winds!

(I am the only brunette of all red headed sisters and brothers & mother) Although some of ye lads look a little too young and sweet for me mother, since she found me true love - I promised a post for her. She doesn't do computers. Penelope Pirate is a beautiful, 50-something, talented, artistic, history loving, smoking, drinking redheaded gypsy pirate wench - just watch out for her evil and fierce twin sister MadMollyM'Guire. Known to appear without notice. Consider yerself warned. I'm having trouble getting her photo to scan, but you can write to her via snail mail: c/o PO Box 853 Ilwaco, WA 98624. Or send email that I will forward. Or come introduce yerself properly at the Tall Ships in Ilwaco - Saturday Piradical Party at Paint N the Town Red. May 14, 2005. She's just likely to sail off with some crazy handsome pirate, whom I can't wait to affection call "Daddy"

Latest update: Battle Renactment sails have been added/ scheduled for Sat & Sunday of the May visit! - see calendar for updates & info * Pirate Party tantatively scheduled to follow the 6-9 sail on Saturday. Waiting to confirm final details so can coordinate with official raid - PDX Pirates (Portland area) http://pub.pyratesr.us/

Battle Sails will be on Sat & Sunday for the May arrival! Details will be added to calendar!