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Tony
08-25-2001, 11:04 PM
Well, with the four day weekend, we're going up to Houghton Lake over Labor Day. Holiday on the Lake was booked so we're staying at the new Best Western on the south side of the lake. Kind of pricey, but what the heck...you can't take it with you!
If I'm real lucky I'll get up there the following weekend also, for a day trip, if you guys are going to be there.

Anything firmed up for Lake St. Clair at the end of September? That thread kind of fizzled, but I thought that Scott Boldt was interested, as well as several others. I, also, would like to make it over for that, so post it here what is going on, when, and where for the end of September.

Sam
08-26-2001, 04:24 PM
Tony, your the first to get back to me on the St. Clair gathering. I was thinking about 9-22, if this works for you then let's put it on the calender.

Sam

freeplay
08-27-2001, 12:00 PM
Hey guy's I'm in! ;)

freeplay
08-27-2001, 12:01 PM
ooppps , for Lake St. Claire that is..

Sam
08-27-2001, 09:06 PM
Ok ! here's the deal, we will meet in Algonac at the DNR launch site on 9-22 around 9:30-10:00. From I-94 take exit 243 Algonac/New Baltmore exit east 18 miles. The site will be on your right. If you hit the St.Clair river you went to far. If you would like a map just e-mail me.

Sam

Ranman
08-27-2001, 09:40 PM
I don't know if I'll launch at the DNR ramp in Algonac, but I will for sure meet up with everyone at the first stop...

Tony
08-27-2001, 09:41 PM
Come on boys, where is the Motor City connection? I gaurantee it will be sunny and about 75 degrees, so LET'S DO IT!

Ranman?
Voodoocanoe?
doug?
Captain Rob?
jaroot?
big monkey?
'ol red Alert?
Keith VanderVreken?
Jim Powell?
Chris Riley?
Peter Beck?
Anybody else I might have missed?

jwright
08-27-2001, 09:56 PM
The 22nd may work for me! Sounds very cool... who is going to try and make it?

Riley
08-28-2001, 08:49 AM
Hey Tony, sorry I haven't been in touch, I had to spend a week out in Anaheim for our national vendors presentation for work. So your coming to HL over Labor Day? Give me your details for your trip, I'll try to make it down one day to hang out with you.

Chris

freeplay
08-28-2001, 11:59 AM
I'm in for the 22nd. I'm dropping in over a Metro Beach @ 16/jefferson then blasting across. Where's the first stop??

digitalassociats
08-28-2001, 02:57 PM
So is Houghton Lake Sept. 8 & 9 off? I would like to make it on 9/9/01 if I can find a place to park my boat on it's trailer for two weeks. Can't keep it in Madison Hts. that long. They will tow it away.

Brad

Tony
08-28-2001, 06:34 PM
Guys...do not call Houghton Lake on Sept. 8/9 off...I just can't make it. So since I couldn't get any camping reservations anywhere we booked a room at the Best Western for Sat/Sun of labor Day weekend. Riley, we'll mostly be boating on Saturday I imagine, my family and another who has an 18' Chris Craft. I'm a little leery, I hear that it is a shallow lake and that it has a bad "Eurasian watermilfoil" problem. Otherwise known as an invasive aquatic plant...otherwise known as $#@*ING WEEDS! So we will report back to you guys on that condition upon our return.

Again, do not cancel your Sept. 8/9 plans on my account. But maybe Higgins or Second Lake should be considered if Houghton has a weed problem. Anybody been on it this year, and can report firsthand?

Riley
08-28-2001, 08:03 PM
Tony, I was out on Houghton Lake a couple of weeks ago. There are spots on the lake that have a weed problem, but they are easily avoided. We were running 80 mph+ in an Eliminator Cat with no problems!

If you have any questions regarding where on the lake to avoid, call Jim Haverstick at Houghton Lake Marine and tell him I suggested you call. Jim owns a shop on the north end of the lake, and would be happy to tell you which spots to avoid.

The main reason I thought H.L. would be good in the first place (besides central location)is how cool a resort the Holiday is. Tony, I'm checking my schedule and will try to make it down to see you on Saturday....Chris

Riley
08-28-2001, 09:46 PM
Houghton Lake Marine's number is 989-422-7257, ask for Jim.

Riley
08-28-2001, 09:57 PM
Houghton Lake Marine's number is 989-422-7257, ask for Jim.

Voodoocanoe
08-28-2001, 10:09 PM
I'm in for St.Clair.
Freeplay, What time at Metro?
Ranman, Are you going to put in at Metro or are you going the DNR on N.River Rd?

Sam
08-29-2001, 07:15 AM
What do you guys think about meeting at Deckers ?

Sam

JimmyP
08-29-2001, 10:16 AM
Tony,

Count me in for the 22nd. -- I keep my boat (1998 22 Classic) on the Detroit River, so give me a heads-up where to meet-up when this gets a little closer.

Thanks,

Jim

freeplay
08-29-2001, 05:06 PM
Voodoo, I'll be looking around 9ish. thinkin if i don't have a hard friday night out :eek: I'll get an exact time the week of.

Whoever is "dropping" in on the east side, Metro, DNR, etc..Be VERY CAREFUL coming across the lake! The water in some spots is only 1-2 feet with a huge sand bar on the north side of the lake by anchor bay. Be sure to follow the buoys into the Middle Channel. Iv'e yet to go into the North Channel from Metro.

I'll be out and about most likely this Saturday (1st) in the area, hanging over @ Browns for lunch and cocktails. If your around stop in!

Here she is http://www.donzi.net/photos/D8.jpg
:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: ;)

freeplay
08-29-2001, 05:11 PM
i'm thinkin Deckers or Browns for the first stop........keep me posted :D

Sam
08-30-2001, 01:26 PM
Freeplay, I'll look for this weekend, I'll be at the Algonac Harbor Club. Look for a red sixteen 2 plus three seeting. If you want pull into the Harbor Club and tie up on the wall opposite the resturant ( no charge) walk to the where you see the big gray building I am in #106. It's a 38 Cruisers with a navy top.

Sam

Sam
09-03-2001, 02:47 PM
Cab we get a head count for Houghton Lk next weekend. I don't want to be the lone Donzi to show up.

Sam

Sam
09-03-2001, 07:46 PM
Sorry about the typo ( Cab ! ) should read "Can".

Sam

Brad Lyon
09-03-2001, 08:44 PM
Sam, I'm with you on Sept. 8/9 at Houghton Lake. Who else can we get to go. We only have four days left to work out where and when to meet at. How about Riley, Eh? Can we get you to come down.

Brad

Tony
09-03-2001, 10:14 PM
I'm warning you guys, from experience, Houghton Lake SUCKS! There are many spots where weeds are one foot below the surface, and simply skimming over them was enough to block my pickup. My post on the main forum tells the rest of the story. My friend went to Higgins Lake, 5 miles north of Houghton, and said it was beautiful. Clean and DEEP. I only wish I was able to go with him!!!

P.S. Unless a miracle happens, I guess I am out for Algonac on Sept. 22nd.

freeplay
09-04-2001, 12:07 PM
Sam, I got "pimped" this weekend for all extracuricular plans. I didn't even get out on the water :(

anyhow, I'm in for the 22nd on Lake St. Clair. Who else is in??

Do we have a plan yet ??

keep me posted, Chris

Sam
09-04-2001, 05:09 PM
Chris, I will be launching from the DNR ramp in Algonac. I think there are a couple of guy's who are going to put in at Metro Beach. I would think that we should be able to meet up around 10:00ish. Depending on the winds I was thinking that we could make a run up the St.Clair River a way's. Or we could play around the North,Middle and or South channel's with a lunch stop at Browns. Anyone can feel free to call me at the office. (248-335-4440 ext 25 )
Sam

Ranman
09-04-2001, 09:38 PM
Folks, I'll most likely launch at the Clinton River and head over. I've made it to the North Channel from there, but it's a bit tricky. I'll look to meet you guys at the ramp in Algonac. If I miss you there, I'll check Browns and Deckers. I hope it's a nice day and we get a good turnout! Can't wait to see you all again. Does someone want to compile a phone list of attendees? May help if someone gets detached or a late start and needs to know where everyone is.

Randy Oak
248-227-2015 (mobile)

freeplay
09-05-2001, 10:53 AM
sounds good!
so far we got three
Freeplay
Sam
Ranman

I'm shooting for around 9-10ish being in the water. I should be in Algonac no later then 11.

Should we set up a secondary point for meeting?

I'll vote Browns for #2 meeting point from noon till 1 if it's good with you guys.

here's my contact info if needed. Chris

FREEPLAY
(Coin-Op Liquidators)
Christopher J. White CEO
32088 Woodward Ave.
Royal Oak, Michigan
48073
248-549-2700
Fax~248-549-4563
Cell~810-321-2701

Sam
09-05-2001, 06:03 PM
As a second meeting place how about Deckers ?
You can reach me at the following numbers.
1.Work:248335-4440 ext 25

2.Cell: 248-408-1841

Sam

Voodoocanoe
09-06-2001, 08:13 AM
Tony, I have room in my boat(sunsation)if you still want to go, Email me for details/directions etc.

So we're meeting at the ramps in Algonac at 11:00 a.m. ?

Tony
09-08-2001, 10:40 PM
Voodoo,
Thanks for the invite...but as of right now it looks like I am a no go. :(
Thanks again!

Sam
09-09-2001, 07:20 AM
Voodoo, I would love to take a ride in your boat, when do tickets go on sale. Looking forward to seeing you on the 22nd.

Sam

MikeMiller
09-09-2001, 07:38 PM
You guys have the right attitude!!

You are doing exactly what needs to be done to build a gathering of friends and family in the Donzi cause! How I would love to be there with ya.

You know how businesses are though... if, no WHEN, you guys get around 15 boats, then I will be there in full Donzi glory with factory support!! Keep me posted as to how the event goes and next year you can count a few items for those who make it!

Best of luck,