Sweet Me too
Fall is well in place. To many vanners that means that the season is winding down. Not so fast my friends..
Free Bird Vanner's FREEZE OUT is right around the corner!
"An outdoor van run in January ?" you may ask. Well boys & girls, it's true!
Be there or be left out
Can't wait
We're thinking about it, would really love to go. We will have to wait a bit to check on vacation days and the weather of course.
We're thinking about it, would really love to go. We will have to wait a bit to check on vacation days and the weather of course.
We hope that you guys can make it!
Me too! Thanks Chuck! Your van looked great at Keystone. Love the new hood. We hung out with Earl a bit at GSVR. We're really enjoying making new friends and trying to get old ones to get vans again and start going with us.
We're looking forward to getting back to Freeze Out this time. It's been a couple of years and we're in bad need of a Free Bird fix!!
Keeping my fingers cross that I will be making Freeze out this coming Jan. Looking forward to it.
Tumbleweed
Free Spirit
Nova Vans
South East Van Council
How much "Appalachian warming liquid" is required to get through the whole weekend?
We're looking forward to getting back to Freeze Out this time. It's been a couple of years and we're in bad need of a Free Bird fix!!
Very Cool
As I've said before; If I can get across the Mountain I'll be there. Not sure what day I plan to arrive yet. Catfish, hope you can make it, always a pleasure partying with you and Miss Penny. Kawrider, hope you can make it too. I'm looking forward to getting to know you and Miss Sandy better. So this year's theme is Mardi Gras huh? Isnt there some kind of tradition around giving girls beads or something? Hmmmmm.
Wizard- Shenandoah Valley Vans would like to sponser a trophy this year at Freeze-out. Let me know the particulars sometime. Thanks bud.
We're thinking about it, would really love to go. We will have to wait a bit to check on vacation days and the weather of course.
Hope you can make it
Wizard- Shenandoah Valley Vans would like to sponser a trophy this year at Freeze-out. Let me know the particulars sometime. Thanks bud.
Thanks for asking,I'll bring it up at the next meeting,which is Nov 2nd
As I've said before; If I can get across the Mountain I'll be there. Not sure what day I plan to arrive yet. Catfish, hope you can make it, always a pleasure partying with you and Miss Penny. Kawrider, hope you can make it too. I'm looking forward to getting to know you and Miss Sandy better. So this year's theme is Mardi Gras huh? Isnt there some kind of tradition around giving girls beads or something? Hmmmmm.
I think it would take more than beads to get the girls to show the goods at an eVANt called "Freeze Out" Earl! Better bring LOTS of Appalachian nectar!
Dale
Dale, I thought livin up where you do you'd be familiar with "Breastcicles".
Earl, quite the opposite. The farther north you get, the longer they hibernate for winter! I've been trying to get the missus to move south for years!
It's definitely getting colder here!
I don't think we'll put up our "cabin" tent this time....
We'll most likely just hang out in Free Bird's tent. We'll bring refreshments.
I've been smelling woodsmoke from wood stoves and some brush piles here lately and I'm dying to do a little camping. Dont think I can wait till freeze out. Gonna have to go down to the river for a weekend I believe.
We're going camping in a couple of weeks. Gonna run down to Saint Cloud for a few days and see our friends in the FVC.
Supposed to be in the mid 80s. We'll pack as much of that in the van as possible and bring it to Rockahock with us.
Rent a box trailer Catfish and pack it full too!
Dont think I can wait till freeze out. Gonna have to go down to the river for a weekend I believe.
That sounds like a good plan
We wont let you take it all Catfish.We will need some.We are also having an evant the same weekend as Freeze out.
We should talk Free Bird into having a swim suit competition!
They could have a contest and recognize the King and Queen of the Mardi Gras!!
How about it Earl? You in?
How about it Earl? You in?
He might just be, after all he did win the wet t-shirt contest at Vansquatch's River Run earlier this year!
We should talk Free Bird into having a swim suit competition!
They could have a contest and recognize the King and Queen of the Mardi Gras!!
How about it Earl? You in?
wHOOP wHOOP
I believe I'll respectfully decline.
Oh well......so much for YouTube fame and glory!
But that shouldn't deter the rest of us from making a complete spectacle of ourselves!!!!
COME ON EARL! We have BEADS!!!!!
COME ON EARL! We have BEADS!!!!!
Sorry, Somebody elses turn this time.
I bet some shine will change his mind!
It has definitely helped me to make poor decisions in the past.
Isn't that what it is all about? lol
I don't wanna wait until mid January.. let's go now
I don't wanna wait until mid January.. let's go now
Hurry up!
I'm in
You have plenty of time Phil
I don't wanna wait until mid January.. let's go now
Hurry up!
Cool pic Catfish
For those who have never been to Freeze Out lets post some past pics
Here's one from Glenn
Calling this weekend to see if any condos are left!
Calling this weekend to see if any condos are left!
I know they had one left last week
You have plenty of time Phil
True. Now I just need the $$$ for them.
Cool pics
Awesome pics! Hoping to take a few myself soon!
We have a heated building to party in,Just incase it's cold
Awe.. she's blowing a kiss to Wizard
That's my Girlfriend
we got a riverveiw cabin!!!!!!!!!! We be coming to our first FREEZEOUT
We be coming to our first FREEZEOUT
excellent!
we got a riverveiw cabin!!!!!!!!!! We be coming to our first FREEZEOUT
Very cool Jim
Can't wait for it. 7 hour drive tho sucks!
Can't wait for it. 7 hour drive tho sucks!
Stay on the two lanes, loafer along and look for vans! That'll make it a two-day drive.....even more fun!
At least that's what we're gonna do.
7 hours on the road aint to bad for me. When it starts getting over 9 that's when I have a little trouble.
I have problems driving after 3 hours. The back starts and the legs go numb. If I stop for awhile to stretch it out I am usually ok. Whatcha going to do though with a back that is shot. lol
Haven't done a 7hr stretch for a while we'll see how it goes!
Good luck buddy. Lookin forward to partyin with you at Freezeout.
Haven't done a 7hr stretch for a while we'll see how it goes!
Take you're time Jim,we'll leave the light on
Haven't done a 7hr stretch for a while we'll see how it goes!
Jim when are you all leaving? Maybe we can cruise down together. We are going to take the work van down. Is that what you are taking?
Paul, great to hear y'all are coming to Freezeout. It's going to be a very large time.
Haven't done a 7hr stretch for a while we'll see how it goes!
Jim when are you all leaving? Maybe we can cruise down together. We are going to take the work van down. Is that what you are taking?
Woo Hoo
We are leaving Thursday morning early.Hope ya can go with us.We are taking the conversion this time , a little more comfy for Lucy's mom.Leave the light on Rick
It's going to be a very large time.
Very true
We are leaving Thursday morning early.Hope ya can go with us.We are taking the conversion this time , a little more comfy for Lucy's mom.Leave the light on Rick
You got it
Looking forward to this one Rick!
I'm ready to go vannin. I dont want to wait till January.
You should have went to the movie Earl
Looking forward to this one Rick!
I hope we don't disappoint you Jim
I am really Jonesing for this now. Did not make it this year. Want to make it next year.
See ya there Phil?
See you there Phil
You lucky #*!@$'s, in N.Y. we will be FREEZING!!
Even in southern N.Y.!!
However with a little luck, (and, or a lottery win)
We would love to make a winter run.
How is the weather there that time of year??
Will do Jim. When time comes closer I will give you a call and work out the details!
See ya there Phil?
I am hoping. Tried to go this year but was too damn sick. Trying to stay healthy for Jan. It is always a great time. Of course I bring my own condo. lol
Thanks Paul. see ya there Phil!
You lucky #*!@$'s, in N.Y. we will be FREEZING!!
Even in southern N.Y.!!
However with a little luck, (and, or a lottery win)
We would love to make a winter run.
How is the weather there that time of year??
You never know,This year it was in the 60's
Even though it's only been about 6 weeks since my last van-in it feels like months. I really need and am looking forward to this one. I thnik I'm going through van-run withdrawls. C'mon Freeze-out!!
It will be here before ya know it
Even though it's only been about 6 weeks since my last van-in it feels like months. I really need and am looking forward to this one. I thnik I'm going through van-run withdrawls. C'mon Freeze-out!!
You're hooked,Words of a True Vanner
Even though it's only been about 6 weeks since my last van-in it feels like months. I really need and am looking forward to this one. I thnik I'm going through van-run withdrawls. C'mon Freeze-out!!
Can't wait to show of the second beautiful van you found???
More like can't wait to sit around a campfire with a beverage, tell lies and talk vans with all my vannin brothers and sisters.
And a little caravan across the state in the new van is a definite plus.
I cant wait that long. I'm going to have to get me a fix before then.
I cant wait that long. I'm going to have to get me a fix before then.
let's go
Ok now I am ready to go. All this talk of everyone else jonesing to go. Now I am. Again. lol
I cant wait that long. I'm going to have to get me a fix before then.
We're in there with ya!!
We'll most likely just have to take the old Ford for a little stroll in the Smokies this weekend!!
COME ON FREEZE OUT!!!
Could you guys settle down a bit? I didn't even get to eat dead bird or get my coal from Santa yet! Are we there yet?
I guess it's all those years spent in hunting camp. This time of year I just got to camp.
I already have cabin fever which sucks. All I need to do is sell some more stuff and buy some tires. Only need 6. lol
Get some new rubbers Phil
Get some new rubbers Phil
You mean the ones that I have had in the glove box for the past 30 years are no good?
You mean the ones that I have had in the glove box for the past 30 years are no good?
Don't leave 'em in there!!
I had a whole years supply in the glovebox once and somebody broke in and stole both of 'em!!!
Don't leave 'em in there!!I had a whole years supply in the glovebox once and somebody broke in and stole both of 'em!!!
quit bragging
I had a whole box of 12 in there. I think I still have 11. Wonder if I will get to use them all up soon. Being a player and all.
haven't made a run all year , just got another ford and now I a debating on which to take to freeze out the limo or the 1/2&1/2
Bring the new one.Phil just use them up bud
Well I'm bringing my conversion,loveshack is being finished.
ok , I cannot decide on which van I would rather take to freeze out this year ,so lets put it to a vote as neither one has been there yet - so the Tandem/Limo or the Half & Half
I vote limo! I just hope we get to make it there to see it!
I'm gonna vote half and half 'cause I dont think I've seen one at an event yet.
You mean the ones that I have had in the glove box for the past 30 years are no good?
Don't leave 'em in there!!
I had a whole years supply in the glovebox once and somebody broke in and stole both of 'em!!!
I vote whichever one makes you feel comfortable and gets you there.
Man cool to have two to chose from, I just want to get my one finished so I can attend some outings!!!
I vote whichever one makes you feel comfortable and gets you there.
Just 7 Thursdays to go!
Man cool to have two to chose from, I just want to get my one finished so I can attend some outings!!!
Love your Dodge
Man cool to have two to chose from, I just want to get my one finished so I can attend some outings!!!
Love your Dodge
hey just was wondering if we need a special plug for electric. See you all on Friday afternoon. We should have at least four members attending this event. We are looking forward to seeing everyone. Lets keep the snow away.
tumbleweed
Free Spirit
Spirit In The Wind
Nova Vans
South East Van Council
If you are using just regular 110 plugs you will need a 30A or 50A adapter plug.
If you are using just regular 110 plugs you will need a 30A or 50A adapter plug.
I got a river cabin, how close are we going to be?
Real close
Yah, real close to the river that is. LOL
Take your swimmies.
Floaties
Floaties
Those too
I'll bring them all
Just be there
I'll be there but in the conversion only Rick.But we will be there unless there is a blizzard
The only Blizzard I want is at DQ
I put in the order a long time ago for 70 dgrees and sunny.
70's would be nice. Tired of cold already.
It was close to that last time
Oh I hope so that would be sweet!
Oh I hope so that would be sweet!
Me too
Fingers crossed
Man cool to have two to chose from, I just want to get my one finished so I can attend some outings!!!
Love your Dodge
Thanks guys!!
thanks for the update on the plug. see you all on Friday afternoon.
Free Spirit
Spirit In The Wind
Nova Vans
South East Van Council
Update on goodie bag stuff on Facebook
Freeze-out Freeze-out Freeze-out Freeze-out, Freeze-out,Freeze-out, Freeze-out!!
Freeze-out Freeze-out Freeze-out Freeze-out, Freeze-out,Freeze-out, Freeze-out!!
Freeze Out page
I know you saw it
Suppose to be 70 this weekend,Maybe it will do that for Freeze Out
Some goodie bag stuff
Cool stuff!
Well folks its like this.... If it ain't 50+ we ain't going. Reason being week and a half later I leave to go sledding in Wyoming so it will be a lot of money out for Christmas freezout and then sledding in -?? kind of temps. When I say sledding it like this......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEtTfjkH3-8
Well I hope its 50+ and if not have some fun Paul,I will be there no matter what it is
Seems to me Paul no matter how cold it gets at freeze-out it wont be close to the cold in Wyoming so, consider freeze out a training camp and get your tail down here.
Seems to me Paul no matter how cold it gets at freeze-out it wont be close to the cold in Wyoming so, consider freeze out a training camp and get your tail down here.
Colder weather.........OK!! Penny and I look at the brite side:
It's better for snuggling.
And I like that!!
That's the way it should be
did anyone else notice what time of day he posted this comment?
4:20 Dude
Maybe we can hold over the weather we are having this coming weekend. 60+ See you all at Freeze out
tumbleweed
Free Spirit
Spirit In The Wind
Nova Vans
South East Van Council
Don't forget the Pot Luck dinner Saturday evening
Bring a dish
Don't forget the Pot Luck dinner Saturday evening
Bring a dish
With food in it!
Pot Luck at Freeze Out is always gooooood!
We hope it has food in it
Cool, bringing our plates
Cool, bringing our plates
And a big spoon......
Big spoon
Ok I got my dish. I will put something in it at the potluck. Does that count?
Big spoons you got it guys
You guys and gals have a good time at freeze out,the weather in going to be good but just in case take your snow shovel and pull chains and vanfun I watched your you tube video on my new smart Tv and it's looks wild,if I were younger I would like to do that,be safe and enjoy,joe
Seems to me Paul no matter how cold it gets at freeze-out it wont be close to the cold in Wyoming so, consider freeze out a training camp and get your tail down here.
It's not just about the weather but the funds as well.
Hey you never know!
Paul...a friend of mines niece lives up your way and was needing a ride to FreezeOut.....can ya help?
Thats not fair.. he might have an accident trying to stop........
Seems to me Paul no matter how cold it gets at freeze-out it wont be close to the cold in Wyoming so, consider freeze out a training camp and get your tail down here.
It's not just about the weather but the funds as well.
Hey you never know!
I know the feeling
That's to sweet.Same here Paul but its been years of wanting to go and we'll be there
Apparently I am going now someone needs a ride. Catfish do you know how long it took for me to find some words in that post!
So its a yes Paul
Lets have a convoy and pick her up
That picture was taken right after his surgery......I mean, her surgery.......
OOOOOOOOOOOO MY....
Paul...a friend of mines niece lives up your way and was needing a ride to FreezeOut.....can ya help?
That looks like trouble to me
We'll be there tho!
Well, we're mostly ready. The little van's ready. New plugs, coolant flush, antifreeze and oil change.
Just groceries and clothes. Everything else stays in there, pretty much ready to go all the time.
How many vans do you guys usually get?
Tumbleweed is trying to talk me into going. Haven't decided yet, but I thought I'd stick my head in here and say Hi.
Hi.
So, without reading all 11 pages of posts, how many are committed to go?
Go,You'll have a good time!!!
I think the FB page shows about 32 or 33 committed to going. You can add us to that list and I know of some others that will be there that are not on FB.
I'll bet Wizard can give ya a little more accurate info.
Truckin in January, in Virginia, brings out the hard-core. I've been there when it was snowing, cold and been there when it was shirt-sleeve weather and sunshine.
Either way we're going. Our brothers and sisters at Freebird Vanners are having a party!
I just hope the weather is good so I can bring the van. I'd hate to have to show up in my pickup. As long as I can get across the Blue Ridge I'll be there.
I hope you can bring the van! I'd like to see it in person.
BTW...if you have to bring the PU, you can't snuggle with us....Jeff says you snore too loud!!
I hope so too Catfish. I'm really looking forward to taking it to it's 1st event. I love that thing.
Keep positive thoughts Earl. Bad weather would mess up plans for a lot of us.
Only two weeks to go
Well I am part way now to going. Have 5 of the 6 tires I need. Hopefully will have the 6th next week and be put on. Then just need to figure out the other financials.
Let's hope it warms up in two weeks! Just watched our local forecast, and it is going to get colder than a well digger's backside here in the next week! A high of 13 one day! BBbbrrrrrr
Keep that stuff up your way Kawrider.
Keep that stuff up your way Kawrider.
Oops! I think some of it got loose and is headed your way Earl!
It's gone to be 40 and sunny,
It will be 70 in 2 weeks
It will be 70 in 2 weeks
I'll leave the A/C unit at home. That'll guarantee it to be warm!!
This is what we got yesterday. Man, am I ready for a warm Freeze Out and Spring!
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Next weekend the forecast in Lanexa is high 50s to near 60 thru Tuesday. Let's hope it hangs in there! So far so good.....
Oh man lets hope so!
We're supposed to get a pretty nasty cold snap here over the next few days, but then it looks like it is going to warm up nicely. Getting across the mountain from here is the only obstacle this time of year. Sandy and I plan on being there provided we don't have to go through too much snow! I really need to move south!
Next weekend the forecast in Lanexa is high 50s to near 60 thru Tuesday. Let's hope it hangs in there! So far so good.....
Keeping my fingers crossed
Lets have a show of hands of who's going! We are going!
Sandy and I both got Friday off from work and plan to be there!
We're shooting for rolling Thursday afternoon and stopping for the night. If we miss that, we'll leave out in the wee hours of Friday morning and drive thru. Either way we wanna be there for Friday evening.
If we go I85 all the way up, at our speed, it's about 10 hours.
We got a riverside camp and should be there Thursday aft late!
It can only get warmer from here
It can only get warmer from here
Well the tires are on the MH. Now just need money for gas, food and entry. Oh and beer too. I am going to bring some van toys along to sell if anyone is interested. Also Van mags as well. Have some nice ceramic van salt and pepper shakers too.
Where is the gate going to be? In the pavilion like it was 2 years ago or right where you camp Wiz?
Be good to see ya Phil!
Jeffro and I will be rolling into the event around 5:00 PM on Friday. I have to work that morning. Just 9 days to go !
Intellicast 10 day forecast for Lanexa is calling for 56 and sunny on the 17th!
That will feel like 85 after what we've had.
Well the tires are on the MH. Now just need money for gas, food and entry. Oh and beer too. I am going to bring some van toys along to sell if anyone is interested. Also Van mags as well. Have some nice ceramic van salt and pepper shakers too.
Where is the gate going to be? In the pavilion like it was 2 years ago or right where you camp Wiz?
Dimples called and said Performance and North Cheasapeake Bay Vans are bringing a Keg or 2
Intellicast 10 day forecast for Lanexa is calling for 56 and sunny on the 17th!
that's what I heard too
Does anybody have access to a tap for the kegs? And could you bring it to Freeze Out?
Thanks
Well the tires are on the MH. Now just need money for gas, food and entry. Oh and beer too. I am going to bring some van toys along to sell if anyone is interested. Also Van mags as well. Have some nice ceramic van salt and pepper shakers too.
Where is the gate going to be? In the pavilion like it was 2 years ago or right where you camp Wiz?
Dimples called and said Performance and North Cheasapeake Bay Vans are bringing a Keg or 2
Well I guess the beer is covered then. Food may be as well. Joe said they may feed me. Also got the potluck on Saturday night. Just need gas money and entry. Should be good to go. Weather or illness is what is keeping me from going now.
Where is the gate going to be? In the pavilion like it was 2 years ago or right where you camp Wiz?
Where is the gate going to be? In the pavilion like it was 2 years ago or right where you camp Wiz?
That was actually a 2 part question Wiz but I got the answer from Patti.
One week to go!
Hey! Looks like we'll get to leave a little earlier than I thought. So we'll be there Thursday afternoon or mid-morning Friday morning.
Depending on what we see along the way.
Sometimes I run into people who just won't quit listening long enough for me to get away from 'em!
Hey! Looks like we'll get to leave a little earlier than I thought. So we'll be there Thursday afternoon or mid-morning Friday morning.
Excellent. You won't want to miss the special events held on Thursday evening!
Hey! Looks like we'll get to leave a little earlier than I thought. So we'll be there Thursday afternoon or mid-morning Friday morning.
Depending on what we see along the way.
Sometimes I run into people who just won't quit listening long enough for me to get away from 'em!
cool
Does anybody have access to a tap for the kegs? And could you bring it to Freeze Out?
Thanks
I have one but another one would be nice
Never had one, I'm sure you'll get one!
Hey! Looks like we'll get to leave a little earlier than I thought. So we'll be there Thursday afternoon or mid-morning Friday morning.
Excellent. You won't want to miss the special events held on Thursday evening!
Hmmmm....what special events are happening on Thursday? I may need to get there earlier.
I assume again that you want me to bring the PA I have. Do you want music through it as well? If so, I may be able to do something if I can get online. Can set up a playlist or something.
Yes Phil Please,
Ok everybody Lets make a playlist
Oh and Phil they have WIFI now
Hey! Looks like we'll get to leave a little earlier than I thought. So we'll be there Thursday afternoon or mid-morning Friday morning.
Excellent. You won't want to miss the special events held on Thursday evening!
Hmmmm....what special events are happening on Thursday? I may need to get there earlier.
A bunch of vanners hanging out
so Wizard, when I get there where do I register? Looking forward to a great weekend with you guys. Dale is coming from WV and maybe a few other club members will show up. See you Friday evening.
Tumbleweed
Spirit In The Wind
Nova vans
For the Playlist I say; ROCK AND ROLL !!!!!
Or sense it Mardi Gras, maybe you betta play dem Cajun music.
Playlist?
Blackberry Smoke
Allman Brothers
Gov't Mule
Delbert McClinton
Lynyrd Skynard
Georgia Satellites
CCR
George Thorogood
Molly Hatchet
Steve Earl
Taj Mahal
Little Big Town
I got all these (and a few more) on the 'puter.
Can't forget to throw in some Texas.
Ray Wylie Hubbard
Jerry Jeff Walker
Billy Joe Shaver
Robert Earl Keen
Say, why do they all have three names?
And add Seasick Steve to keep it real.
Dont forget that Lil' Ol' Band from Texas; ZZTop.
It looks like we will have some good tunes for sure!
Is there any food vendors there?
No food vendors but the potluck dinner on Saturday night is not to be missed.
Well that will have to do !
Paul we are leaving Thursady at 7 am let us know!
How far is the beach from this event?
Dont forget that Lil' Ol' Band from Texas; ZZTop.
What about Beeber and Miley Cyrus?!
Thu
Jan 16
Sunny
52°
33°
Sunny
Chance of rain:0% Wind:SSW at 10 mph
Details
Fri
Jan 17
Mostly Sunny
53°
29°
Mostly Sunny
Chance of rain:10% Wind:SW at 12 mph
Details
Sat
Jan 18
Partly Cloudy
41°
27°
Partly Cloudy
Chance of rain:0% Wind:WSW at 10 mph
Details
Sun
Jan 19
Mostly Sunny
39°
28°
Mostly Sunny
Chance of precip:0% Wind:W at 10 mph
How far is the beach from this event?
HOUR AND A HALF TO 2 HOURS
Sorry about the caps just didn't turn them off
I wish you were the weather man here Wizard! Of course, the weather here won't matter next weekend when we're at Freeze Out!
We have added a new trophy category this year--Best Interior--kindly sponsored by Shenandoah Valley Van club-- thank you guys!
We have added a new trophy category this year--Best Interior--kindly sponsored by Shenandoah Valley Van club-- thank you guys!
Thanks guys
I wish you were the weather man here Wizard! Of course, the weather here won't matter next weekend when we're at Freeze Out!
That is Lanexa's weather from the weather channel
That is Lanexa's weather
Thursday
Jan 16 Partly Cloudy
Hi:48°Lo:31°
Friday
Jan 17 Partly Cloudy
Hi:52°Lo:27°
Saturday
Jan 18 Partly Cloudy
Hi:41°Lo:26°
Sunday
Jan 19 Mostly Cloudy
Hi:45°Lo:33°
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You coming Tide?
No. I am redoing the van interior. Won't have it finished in time.
Wish you could make it Tide.
Doing some final sorting and a little packing today. Gotta find my adapter, check the pantry, stock the bar, check clothes, heater, etc, etc......
We keep saying that one of these days, one of these days, we're gonna take a cooler of beer, loaf of bread and a pack of bologna and go vannin!
We keep saying that one of these days, one of these days, we're gonna take a cooler of beer, loaf of bread and a pack of bologna and go vannin
The Good ole days
[quote=newkirkinc1]How far is the beach from this event? [/quote
Virginia Beach is a little over an hour from there and you have to cross part of the bay to get to it. You could be at the Chesapeake Bay in probably 45 minutes or less.
Brought our camping tote in for a restock, loaded the little heater for night time comfort, some tarps, and my new Die Hard jump starter (just in case). Sandy packed some food and checked the blankets and such. Need to check the oil and fill up with gas and we should be ready to go.
Paul we are leaving Thursady at 7 am let us know!
Jim we won't be making this one. Our snowmobile trip ended up 2 weeks earlier than we expected.
Thanks Captain. OK Paul , Have a blast. Time to start packing.
Paul we are leaving Thursady at 7 am let us know!
Jim we won't be making this one. Our snowmobile trip ended up 2 weeks earlier than we expected.
Wizard, I have a club member who wants to come in for the day on Saturday and just show his van and will head home same day. He has a medical issue and can't stay the weekend? Let me know what fee you want for him to show?
Tumbleweed
Free Spirit
Nova Vans
Looking forward to seeing you again Earl!
2 more days
These are going to be a long couple of days for me.
Thanks for the update Wizard.
Honestly no. I would have to search some. I had a site to get music from but it was messing with my system so I dumped it. Still looking for another one.
Otay
My van is packed. I just have to add groceries, clothes and gasoline and I'll be ready.
Me too
Yep.
Clothes and gear packed. Just gotta add food and beaverages.
We're planning on leaving in the morning an loaferin' all day. The plan is to make Bracey Virginia, Lake Gaston by tomorrow night and try out the Americamps campground there. Off season overnights are only $25 and they're rated at 9.5 on Good Sam website.
Get up Thursday when we wake up and ease the last 120 miles or so to RockaHock.
Whata y'all think?
So far....I'm kinda liking retirement.
That's the best way.So much more to see.
Sounds like an excellent adventure!
See ya there Thursday afternoon!
Sounds good Catfish. I'm jealous.
I has been way too long since I have seen or hung out with my Vanner family and what better way to start the new year off than at Freeze Out. For those that don't know, I retired DropJaw in July and with the big change in my life, I wasn't able to go to the Van runs that I had planned on going to, due to me trying to get my shit together and all. But many many times I have been talking with my Vanner buddies and told them that if I ever stopped doing DropJaw and traveling to shows every weekend, that the Vannin' World, which I absolutely love, would be my retirement plan. Well retirement here I come...lol. My new fulltime venture in the thrift industry, which has been a part of me since before I could drive, allows flexibility and the extra little money that is needed to go to Van runs when I want. I'm gonna be leaving here on Thursday after I hit up a storage unit auction in the morning and I will be bringing up my little '86 Chevy Shorty project that I been working on here and there. Aint a lot done to it yet but i likes my little Hippie Van. I'm also gonna be bringing the black DropJaw Van....when we retired, we retired the Van too and since its flat black we wanted all of our friends to sign it. Soooo, I am coming equipped with silver sharpies cause I want my Vanner family to be all over this thing too. And of course I will have the Toopa Sinner Tribe peace piece for any new members who wanna be at one with The Tribe...lol. Sorry for the very long post but I haven't said anything in a year, so it was built up...see you very soon.
Glenn
Toopa Sinner Tribe since 2008--Chiefer & Creator
Animated Attractions since 1989--Creator
DropJaw Magazine 2000-2013--creator
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Glenn, it will be good to see you again; your vanner family has missed you too!!
Glenn, Good to hear from you. See ya at Freeze out.
Good to have ya Back Glenn , see ya there!
See ya at Freeze-out Glenn.
I has been way too long since I have seen or hung out with my Vanner family and what better way to start the new year off than at Freeze Out. For those that don't know, I retired DropJaw in July and with the big change in my life, I wasn't able to go to the Van runs that I had planned on going to, due to me trying to get my shit together and all. But many many times I have been talking with my Vanner buddies and told them that if I ever stopped doing DropJaw and traveling to shows every weekend, that the Vannin' World, which I absolutely love, would be my retirement plan. Well retirement here I come...lol. My new fulltime venture in the thrift industry, which has been a part of me since before I could drive, allows flexibility and the extra little money that is needed to go to Van runs when I want. I'm gonna be leaving here on Thursday after I hit up a storage unit auction in the morning and I will be bringing up my little '86 Chevy Shorty project that I been working on here and there. Aint a lot done to it yet but i likes my little Hippie Van. I'm also gonna be bringing the black DropJaw Van....when we retired, we retired the Van too and since its flat black we wanted all of our friends to sign it. Soooo, I am coming equipped with silver sharpies cause I want my Vanner family to be all over this thing too. And of course I will have the Toopa Sinner Tribe peace piece for any new members who wanna be at one with The Tribe...lol. Sorry for the very long post but I haven't said anything in a year, so it was built up...see you very soon.
Glenn
Toopa Sinner Tribe since 2008--Chiefer & Creator
Animated Attractions since 1989--Creator
DropJaw Magazine 2000-2013--creator
Very cool
Good to hear from ya, Glenn! Hope ya have a great time at Freezeout! And, if ya ever make it up New England way again, save some room on that black van for US to sign!
T.I.E.T.I.S.,
Tequila
Welcome back Glenn. Love the whole thrift idea/storage thing you are doing. I would be doing more if I had the resources and they had the auctions around here more.
I may be interested in becoming a member of the tribe. Will talk to you there. Leaving Thursday morning as well. Hope to be there mid afternoon.
TIETIS Everybody
See you soon
Packing now, leaving in the morn.
Packing now, leaving in the morn.
Safe travels to all
Hey wizard, I may have found a way to get some Creole, Cajun, Mardi Gras music without causing my computer to have a meltdown. Will talk there about it.
Packed , gassed and ready
now for some sleep!
Be leaving soon see ya all there
I've got 2" of snow on the grass and deck. Once I get some day light I'll head out in the truck to get a look at the roads. With a few long hills in excess of 10%, it's not looking very promising for the van.
The waiting game begins
Safe Journeys everyone. I'll be rolling in late tomorrow afternoon. See y'all then.
Trying to get the Dodge put back together, will be there late morning, if all goes well. if i get the windows back in were good. No promises at this point.
will update tonight.
Aule
Drive safe & party hard for those of us that cant be there
Well we are hear, where are you. They are waiting for you.
Had a good day, all windows but the sun roof are in, door seals in, door handles n locks back on and working. going to try and get the front bumper and grill on tonight, tomorrow the rear bumper and the sunroof. Its a new install vs reinstall, the hole was cut prior to painting. she'll be ready to role after that.
Got here about 2;30 registered as #10 and waiting for bonfire!
Far from being done but were rolling Sat morning, should be there by 11:00AM.
Well we made it and trouble getting on the site.Had a great time and weather.Thanks to all of Freebird vanners
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Thanks Free Birds! Had a great time!
Yes you do Mutt.Thanks for delivering the trophy to mom for oldest vanner. Missed ya Paul!
It was good to see Glenn and sign his van!
It was great time guys!
What a great time. Thanks Free Bird. Jim, I hate that I never got to meet you. I looked for you all weekend. I see now by the pics what van you were driving and saw it alot but didnt know that was you. Aule-Mar, If I had known what your van looked like I'ld have gone over and spoke to you, but didnt realize till just seeing these pics. I had a blast all weekend. Hope Y'all did too.
Thanks to everyone who came out to support Free Bird and Freeze Out,Sorry we had a few clusters like somebody not proofing the shirts to make sure they said hosted by Free Bird and the miss understanding on who was bringing the kegs, but We had a GREAT time anyway
Thanks Free Birds! Had a great time!
It was nice meeting you if it was only for a couple of minutes
Thanks Free Birds! Had a great time!
It was nice meeting you if it was only for a couple of minutes
Hopefully we get to chat some more at the next event Wiz. I've been itching to see and find out more about your Ford too! It looks like it has a lot on it that I want to add to my '81, even if it has extra windows (haven't decided if I want to attempt to close them in).
Kawrider, I dont think Wizards ford van exists anymore. Nobody has seen it in 2 years.
Maybe he put a spell on it to hide it, so it doesn't fall into the wrong hands!
I seen it this past year
These were cool looking but looked to be cold at night!
Thanks to Free Bird Vanners for a great trip! We had a great time!
Just got home a little while ago. (We stretched it out and did some two-lane loafering coming home.
) Looking forward to 2015!!
Nice seeing you Connie!
I'll have the Ford out this year
Line up for show and shine
I'll have the Ford out this year
Woo Hoo! I just realized recently that a picture I've had on my computer for quite some time turns out to be your Ford! I saved that pic from online quite a while back as a reference for my 81 project and was looking at it again. I said "wait a minute, why does that van look even more familiar all of a sudden?". It's a shot of the driver's side at an event with a window AC sitting on a crate with a white vent tube running to the driver's window.
I'll have the Ford out this year
Looking forward to seeing it Wiz.
What the heck
. Where were you Paul!!!!! Great time Mutt!
Nice!
What the heck
. Where were you Paul!!!!! Great time Mutt!
I am not sure what to think about this pic. Uhhhh.....speechless.
I'm with ya Phil
If you can make a vanner speechless, you can make anybody speechless!
I'll have the Ford out this year
Woo Hoo! I just realized recently that a picture I've had on my computer for quite some time turns out to be your Ford! I saved that pic from online quite a while back as a reference for my 81 project and was looking at it again. I said "wait a minute, why does that van look even more familiar all of a sudden?". It's a shot of the driver's side at an event with a window AC sitting on a crate with a white vent tube running to the driver's window.
Very cool
And that you did Mutt
I'll have the Ford out this year
And a certain red van goes into hiding.
Glad that Ford didn't show up at Keystone or I wouldn't have had a chance in hell for a trophy!
Yes it could have been you Paul
Maybe next year!
And ya all wonder why we stayed home! If that wasn't you Jim that coulda' been ME!
Jim said that he wanted to send a photo to you that you wouldn't forget
By golly he got it
I'll have the Ford out this year
And a certain red van goes into hiding.
Glad that Ford didn't show up at Keystone or I wouldn't have had a chance in hell for a trophy!
They look good together
I'll have the Ford out this year
BUT--- what if I get a camper??? BUT BUT But--- I don't want to take the Ford!!!!!
Kawrider, I dont think Wizards ford van exists anymore. Nobody has seen it in 2 years.
Oh it does exist! That is his pride and joy! I like the Dodge better. I have a "little" more freedom in the dodge. LOL Plus the Dodge has a trailer hitch and I want to get a camper this year. SHHHHH let the Ford rest!!!!!
Kawrider, I dont think Wizards ford van exists anymore. Nobody has seen it in 2 years.
Oh it does exist! That is his pride and joy! I like the Dodge better. I have a "little" more freedom in the dodge. LOL Plus the Dodge has a trailer hitch and I want to get a camper this year. SHHHHH let the Ford rest!!!!!
I really want to see it, but I am a husband, and I live by the golden rule - Happy Wife = Happy Life
I am not getting Wiz in trouble by getting in the way of mama's comfort!
Got that right
Kawrider, I dont think Wizards ford van exists anymore. Nobody has seen it in 2 years.
Oh it does exist! That is his pride and joy! I like the Dodge better. I have a "little" more freedom in the dodge. LOL Plus the Dodge has a trailer hitch and I want to get a camper this year. SHHHHH let the Ford rest!!!!!
The Ford rules
I am not getting Wiz in trouble by getting in the way of mama's comfort!
The Ford is real comfortable
I am not getting Wiz in trouble by getting in the way of mama's comfort!
The Ford is real comfortable
There's no doubt in my mind, but the president (Mama) has way too much veto power to argue with! I'll sneak down some time and check her out! (the Ford that is!)
As far as I'm concerned that Ford van is like a space alien. Until I see it, it dont exist. LOL.
As far as I'm concerned that Ford van is like a space alien. Until I see it, it dont exist. LOL.
Space alien, dragons, Big Foot, the Loch Ness monster, and Wizard's van! Maybe they will make a TV show about it!
You guys are Crazy
Yes we are Wiz, we were at Freezout
Yes we are Wiz, we were at Freezout
there sure was some crazy sombiches wandering around that place
Yes we are Wiz, we were at Freezout
there sure was some crazy sombiches wandering around that place
True
Dragon Slayer sighting
Another sighting
There it is everyone!!!
Like it!
Here's the one I've had for inspiration long before I knew it was Wizard's Ford:
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Aww nice and cool inside
Thanks
vans locally sorry we missed it.
vans locally sorry we missed it.
Yea us too
Maybe next time