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Cascabel and I are cut from the same cloth, it seems. For me, it's entertaining the public. It's a better high than any drug man has come up with and I wouldn't trade it. Love it when there's a crowd to entertain, whether it's portraying a stereotypical pirate, singing songs, handing a kid my sword to try and hold or flirting with a damsel dying to be in distress. -- Hurricane

I think I'll wait for Benerson's book. It's on pre-order right now. It's not about Rogers per se, but Pirate Hunters. Been waiting two years for it. http://www.amazon.com/Pirate-Hunting-Against-Privateers-Antiquity/dp/1597972916/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1280522651&sr=8-4 -- Hurricane

I am so with you on this Michael. I've made Paella several times over the years and it is well worth the time invested. And if you ever want a cheater version that's still pretty good (way better than Hamburger Helper's Paella :), there's http://www.amazon.com/Vigo-Paella-Vallenciana-19-Ounce-Boxes/dp/B000FDLAXS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=grocery&qid=1280404893&sr=8-2 Just be sure to supplement their small can of seafood with the real stuff and it's a quick weekday version that does well in a pinch. -- Hurricane

Wasn't the Sphinx a fast food restaurant chain as well back then? I think this was their flagship store. -- Hurricane

The trick with wind farms is you have to put them where the wind is. Odd, isn't it? :) -- Hurricane

So true, Foxe, You could, of course, choose to be period and paint it instead. :) -- Hurricane

Five minutes in PhotoShop and there won't be any remnants of a wind farm. Technology restores what other technology takes away. - Hurricane

It is the most iconic example. I would say great minds think alike but I'm not so sure about mine these days. :) -- Hurricane

Unfortunately, it's always a case of "anywhere but my own back yard." Obviously those of us in Florida aren't a huge fan of oil rigs on the horizon of our once pristine beaches. But public good negates personal desires. Same with any other measure of "progress". Geez, go see the Alamo once. It's smack dab in the middle of San Antonio and surrounded by high rises. Frankly, it's more remarkable that these things were saved in the first place. In Washington state, where I come from, if it's over 50 years old then it's got to go! I can't tell you how many historica landmarks were razed in the name of progress during my lifetime alone. Such is life. -- Hurricane

Too funny! I do expect you to lord over the new contestants that you are the three-time champ! Perhaps even lead off with a demo to give them something to aspire to? Or you could be one of the judges, which would seem fitting, given your legendary stature in the event. You're much too valuable to us to let you be fodder for the shooting competition. -- Hurricane

It was in Section 3 of the changes Fayma posted. The fort festival is having a wider interpretation this year. Here it is: 3. ...We will not be limited to just portraying the Golden Age but piracy from the Buccaneer era all the way through the early 19th Century and Florida's Pirate history as well. All groups will be required to present demonstrations from their chosen era. So there are plans for a Wrecker's re-enactment since that was such an important part of Key West's history. So, more modern attire, more modern stuff to have in that part of the camp. Should be cool having everything from GAoP to Wreckers. -- Hurricane

That is so sad. A real tragedy. I only hope we don't get the cranky people out there trying to stop volunteers from following in the footsteps of history or an ambulance chasing lawyer suing the Maritime Museum. -- Hurricane

Thank you sir! With Diosa heading to the Wrecker's camp, looks like the Buccaneer camp could use some more abled bodied (I can't vouch for this) re-enactors. The Wreckers are lucky - think of all the "modern" conveniences they'll have compared to the other camps. Lucky folks, says I. :) -- Hurricane

The tent for Red Handed Jill (or Jill Handed Red on this site), Booty and Youngblood is 10 x 12 including staking. They will be in the Buccaneer camp again. -- Hurricane

If that was the case I'd be first to enter. And I have some "volunteers" in mind. -- Hurricane

I can check on that. You never know what the Admiral will be up for these days. It was Finbars idea to add this - he's also added a two day intensive course on sailing, knot tying, navigation, etc. this year for those who don't have their sea legs yet. -- Hurricane

Looking forward so seeing her under sail. I know you've been working hard on it. Oh, I so want to go to the "other fort" with the likes of ya! -- Hurricane

Sorry, it is live fire. A target will be released from the ship. Should be wicked fun, considering that the ship is heaving to and fro and you have to compensate for that along with windage and the bobbing target. About as close to ship-to-ship battling as you can get in the modern day. Should I propose a pistol class and a long arms class for this? -- Hurricane

Here's a terrific event to build your visit to Pirates in Paradise. Marksmanship on the high seas! Monday, Nov. 29, 2010 Noon - 4 p.m. Conch Republic Navy SHOOT & SAIL with Admiral Finbar aboard the Schooner WOLF. The 4 hour shoot and sail takes you out past the reef into the open ocean and is open to all qualified marksmen. Traditional weapons required. Tickets: $75 per person. Meet at the WOLF 1/2 hour prior to departure. Reservations required (305) 296-9694, Info@PiratesInParadise.com.

I kind of gave up on it after he lifted the whole part about Mary Read and Anne Bonny, using different characters. It's as if he put in some placeholders from lore and history, figuring he would rewrite it later. It's a pretty common technique, but obviously he never got the chance. It's back on the shelf, awaiting a revisit, but Jonathan Dickson's Journal has me mesmerized, since I live on the beach he and his part walked on during their travels from their wreck to St. Augustine. Very fun retracing his steps. -- Hurricane

Love Texas. Had great times pirating there in Houston, Port A, Galveston and San Antonio. Many great folk there in those waters, even though the waters be few and far between once you get away from the Gulf. Dated a girl once in Amarillo too - that wasn't very pirate friendly, though. -Hurricane

That is perhaps the best advice I've heard Jib. With reduced corporate sponsorship the public's coin can make or break a festival and if they're not enjoying themselves and feel as if they are merely interrupting everyone's fun, they won't be back. And with that goes the money that keeps these things going. PiP is a perfect example... without bucks there's no buccaneers. A simple thank you to the attending public is essential. -- Hurricane

How are things these days, sir? I'm now over on the Treasure Coast, North Hutchinson Island way. Good to have you back. -- Hurricane

Welcome back - wondered where you had wandered off to. -- Hurricane

Love Nassau. The fort is a great place to tour, as is the Pirate Museum there. Also, the aquarium at Atlantis is very nice. Another great spot to visit. -- Hurricane