Louisiana Rally '11

[LongueCarabine]

30th is good for me...... will probably be me plus one. what do you have in mind for the rally. Whats the weather usually like in La that time of year?

David:

It's usually not too warm at that time, but bring rain gear, because showers can happen anytime in the spring here!

LC

 

[littlebob]

30th is good for me...... will probably be me plus one. what do you have in mind for the rally. Whats the weather usually like in La that time of year?

Can't speak for what they have planned, but the weather can go either way down here. Sometimes we're wearing shorts and t-shirts by then and sometimes
we need a little more. Shouldn't be an extreme either way.

 

[davidkroberts]

cool.....figured about the rain, thats normal here also. Im not as concerned just wondering its "normally" still wet and cold then here

 

[LongueCarabine]

cool.....figured about the rain, thats normal here also. Im not as concerned just wondering its "normally" still wet and cold then here

Yep, sometimes in the spring, the weather will be perfect, but occasionally showers can develop, it's a bit unpredictable, so I always keep a poncho and my LaCrosse boots handy.

Temp won't be a problem, most likely.

LC

 

[lady_green]

Thanks everyone for voting on the best weekend!
@Mr. Jim: hahahahaha! Anyone older than me is considered that. I'd rather b a polite, respectful Southern girl than a disrespectful brat. Take it as a compliment?
@Littlebob: Everyone is very welcome. It's really no problem. I like helping everyone! But thank you for that. It makes all my work worth it in the end!
@Davidkroberts; Last year we held the rally in March. The weekend we chose rained everyday! It was terribl. We thought by holding back a month would help so much on the rain. I would say, personally, be prepared either way! It shouldn't be "freezing cold" around that time so a light jacket or long-sleeved shirt would be good. It might be warmer so short-sleeved shirts might be in order. I will try to post the weather forecasts as we get closer to the date. That way everyone has an idea of what to wear.

 

[3dAngus]

Thought all well brought up kids from small towns in the South used the "Mr." firstname. I know mine did, as did all their friends.

"Mr." Lastname is for people that are not friends or family.

Gets kinda funny when they grow up and are 30 and still doing the same thing. At that point, they don't feel right calling "firstname" but calling "Mr." Lastname is unfriendly.

Only in the South. God Bless America and all it's diversity.

 

[lady_green]

@LongueCarabine: I lived in Lafayette. I know crazy cajuns! They spice things up! Lol

Remember guys, suggestions are open. If you would like to see anything, let us know. We are always open to new ideas.

@3dAngus: Around here, people are like that. Well, I'm not in my 30s but yeah, southern social habits is sometimes crazy. But whatever works.

 

[goldneagle]

It's a shame they don't practice it when they are driving!

 

[papabear]

First, Jessica it isn't Mr. Jim it's Jim,
2nd, I heard PB is going to make it then. (or maybe it was the voices I keep
hearing).

Hmmm...by Apr 30 I should have had time to stop crying over the IRS extortion tatics and be ready for some fun with some good troops.

Count me, Baby Bear and a few others in.

 

[sirmrtow]

where is this going to take place at

 

[lady_green]

@papabear: Good to hear you will be joining us again this year.
@sirmrtow: The rally is held at my family's house in Ponchatoula, LA

 

[chupa]

I almost got my hands on a DUKW from Ponchatoula years ago.

 

[timntrucks]

there is a duck just around the corner.. i am hoping that he can bring it this year. we are getting very excited about the rally. the more planning that we do the better it will be..

 

[LongueCarabine]

there is a duck just around the corner.. i am hoping that he can bring it this year. we are getting very excited about the rally. the more planning that we do the better it will be..

Man, I wish Camp Beauregard would let go of the ones they have sitting. There are two of them behind a fenced in area (not the DRMO area).

Looks like they've been sitting there for years.

There's also the hulk of a Pershing tank in there.

LC

 

[LongueCarabine]

OK, when do we start the thread for the items we want to swap / sell / trade? I got some stuff.......

LC

 

[3dAngus]

I love looking at those threads LongueCarabine. It's always interesting to see the comradery of people helping each other out, moving each others goods, seeing what they have to sell or trade, and who needs what to buy.

Why don't you do the Louisiana community a favor and start a new thread for it. It's a great suggestion, and the sooner the better so people can start their logistics planning.

 

[timntrucks]

yes we have a super swap going on that weekend.. dont forget a wrecker is available to load up big stuff.. and your welcome to leave anything for someone coming later on to pick up.. plenty of room here

 

[4x4 Forever]

Right now it looks like the deuce can make it this year....might even bring the A/C'd M1008 as well.

Looking forward to meeting all, FINALLY!

 

[lady_green]

Hey guys, listen up! First up, I'm sorry for the inactivity.
It is exciting news time. The official date for the rally has been set! Thanks to everyone for voting. I know it's already obvious but..
IT'S GOING TO BE APRIL 29, 30 & MAY 1!!

Now that the dates have been set, I'm going to be doing t-shirt designs in my free time.

Lastly, I just wanna tell everyone if you need anything from me as the date gets closer, PLEASE email me! My email addy is jessica.settoon@selu.edu & please don't spam me (hahaha).
For those that don't personally know me, this is why I ask that. I'm a senior in college. I'm working my butt off to graduate very soon. I don't know how much I'm gonna be able to check here for info. By email, I can get back to you in a more timely manner. Thanks.

 

[DONAGUS]

30th is my birthday, what a great birthday present a yard full of military vehicles. ​