The 2016 Visit to the Uecker's Cabin is coming up on August 19th.\u00a0 Can you believe they've been nice enough to invite us every year since 1987?\u00a0 That's six five-years of fun in the sun and the Lake!<\/p>\n
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The Lake Campout is August 19-21 - 2 nights. \u00a0For directions click this link <\/a>(you must be logged in.)<\/p>\n Since attendance has decreased from the 40 or so in years past, we will forgo the expense of a porta potty. However, we will still have cheap abrasive toilet paper in the guest bathroom.<\/p>\n We have ample room inside for those wimps (including Karen and Mark) wishing to setup cots etc. in the basement. First come, first serve. Some beds are already spoken for. Couches and cots available. Let us know if you need to reserve a spot.<\/p>\n You may arrive at anytime on Friday. However, we will be rude and ignore anyone arriving before noon. Most of you know the dogs. McKenzie still requires a written statement of your intentions, but she has agreed to pass on the certified copy of birth certificates, hall passes, and police records this year. Maggie pretty much just wants nonstop petting. They absolutely hate running as it kicks in some sort of chase instinct. Maggie is the black dog. McKenzie is the black\/white dog. Although they\u2019ve been good for the most part, we\u2019ll likely keep them on leashes just in case one of them develops an attitude with a larger group. If it\u2019s not too hot, all are invited to accompany us on a morning walk.<\/p>\n Mark will provide omelets along with your choice of witty, politically incorrect, inappropriate, or generally disgusting remarks at no charge on Sunday Morning.\u00a0 There should be a pancake station also. Breakfast is chef\u2019s choice on Saturday morning which is code for \u201cit all depends on Mark's\u00a0motivation\u201d.<\/p>\n You can sign up to bring items for Saturday\/Sunday breakfast or general supplies. A signup sheet will be passed around at meetings, and Phill is going to get a version online. We appreciate the donations, but don\u2019t feel obligated. The important piece is to know what essential items are missing so we can fill in the blanks. (for example, we don\u2019t really want to run out of essentials such as tp or beer, or beer, or beer) If you sign up for something and can\u2019t attend, please let us know prior to the campout or arrange for another person to bring the item. If you don\u2019t know what to bring, call Karen at 715-248-3818 (or 612-867-0143 Mark\u2019s cell after July 6). Keep the 715-248-3818 number handy for emergencies as cell phone service can be spotty.<\/p>\n We do NOT have garbage pickup at the lake. We appreciate any help in taking trash and\/or recyclables when you leave. Everything is double bagged. Thanks. Everyone has been super about this in the past.<\/p>\n Please have the necessary ice, coolers, food, beverages etc. It\u2019s helpful if you bring your own utensils, needed cookware, bug spray, etc. We will supply several coolers filled with beer and water for use by all. We don\u2019t do pop. Bring what you need in that department. There is a refrigerator in the garage for the use of all. There will a table available for general goodies for the group. Veggies are certainly welcome, but we\u2019d rather feel guilty about what we eat on this weekend. Mark was recently on a diet and lost 10 pounds. He looks fabulous. Repeat, he looks fabulous. Still, anyone bringing kale chips will be subject to severe penalties. Every year we are honored with something left behind and unclaimed. Sometimes it\u2019s something we really like. I have several good knives due to someone\u2019s courtesy or forgetfulness. Feel motivated to up the ante! We have been suggesting someone leave a Rolex now for several years. Since that hasn\u2019t happened, may we suggest forgetting Swarovski crystals or $100 bills (new design only)? Make this your year. And, of course, always feel free to forget dove chocolates<\/p>\n The water is either at or close to a historical high. Some of our restoration is actually in the water. We have several new spinners, a frog spitting birdbath, and a plethora of solar lights in our restoration.<\/p>\n We will have several large tubes and other water toys available. The float will be out. Please humor me and use it just once. There are two paddle boats, (one with a sun cover), and a beat up canoe. The most important aspect is to relax and have an enjoyable weekend.<\/p>\n We are planning on going to Friendly\u2019s Bar and Grill in Star Prairie at 7:00 on Friday. Many of you have been there before. If not, it\u2019s a small local bar with cheap beer located on the main drag. They have a fish fry (even frog legs) which is usually good along with good burgers, general bar food, and probably even a vegetarian offering. We will likely make reservations for 15-20. However, it\u2019s really nice to have a more accurate count. It is Mark\u2019s treat, so take this opportunity to watch the moths fly out of his wallet.<\/p>\n Mark and Karen<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Looking for the printed directions? \u00a0Click this LINK <\/a>for the location details (you must be logged in).<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The 2016 Visit to the Uecker’s Cabin is coming up on August 19th. Can you believe they’ve been nice enough to invite us every year since 1987? That’s six five-years of fun in the sun and the Lake!<\/p>\nPORTA POTTY<\/h2>\n
SLEEPING INSIDE<\/h2>\n
ARRIVAL TIME<\/h2>\n
BREAKFAST<\/h2>\n
SIGNUP SHEET<\/h2>\n
GARBAGE<\/h2>\n
GRILL, ICE, ETC.<\/h2>\n
SHORELINE<\/h2>\n
FUN<\/h2>\n
Friday Night Fish Fry<\/h2>\n