So...

[kellan_the_tabby]

...I'm thinking about doing Lilies. I know some of you have been there. I vaguely remember tales of Pavel and lightning.

So what do I need to know before I start packing?

EDIT: I'm not seeing anything about pre-registration for attendance. Am I missing it? Or do I just pay at the door? (Already found merchant pre-reg, so I'm set there.)

Comments

[goldsquare.livejournal.com]

Go. Just go.

Remember the directions.... (in case Liam is reading, it's a story.)

Drive the speed limit, they love radar traps near there.

It was amazing fun. Be prepared for greatness, silliness, and fun. And some rough weather, since from time to time it gets that way.

Bring a swimsuit - the lake is cold and the weather is hot.

[kellan_the_tabby]

You're one of the people I was hoping would reply. :)

It's actually closer to Lilies from here than Estrella! And I can bring Loiosh which makes me happy.

Though I don't know if he'll join me in the water.

Thanks hun!

[goldsquare.livejournal.com]

If he'll hang on a surf board or something, bring him in the lake. :-)

[kellan_the_tabby]

Don't know if I'll manage it, but if I do...

...rest assured there'll be pictures.

[fabricdragon.livejournal.com]

my theory is that if its closer than an event you already did..... its do-able.
have never been there...but you should probably go.
treat it like Pennsic.. pack a wide range of clothing and layers just in case...

andi still hope you can come out here again sometime soon-ish

[kellan_the_tabby]

Been considering that...

What are the chances of getting a table's worth of space in your booth this Pennsic? I can pay you in bath salts! And, y'know, stuff.

[fabricdragon.livejournal.com]

i have a small space. but its do able.
here is the pennsic side of the requirements...
if you are a shared space merchant, you need your own insurance and etc...
if you are merely providing stuff for the Fabric Dragon Booth (no outside signs saying your business name) then you dont...

i am paraphrasing.
either way you are fine to share space with me.. i may need to move you a bit in the course of the event.. i have extra tables and shelving.. so no need to pack the basics. i DO put people to work minding booth space and getting lunch...

need a tent to crash in? i have a HUGE two room tent over at Bhakail.... you could have your own room

[kellan_the_tabby]

Yeah, well, insurance requires far more money than I have to hand, so.

I'm pretty mobile and shouldn't take up much space booth-wise. And of course I'd help out at the booth! My stuff sells better with me there anyway although knowing you, it'll sell _far_ better with you doing the talking.

If this does wind up happening I might wind up camping with Adhemar...or not. Lots to work out yet, but I think this'd be awesome if we can make it work...

[fabricdragon.livejournal.com]

sounds good to me..
the insurance thing sucks. i am on the plan with TW Moran (the blacksmith) where a group of us get together for insurance....but you dont need insurance if you are just selling stuff in "my booth"

its technically called a consignment merchant.

like i said, i have tables and shelving and all sorts of stuff, so you would really only need to pack any specialized displays and your product.. plus garb etc.

i MAY have a spare bed..in fact i suspect i do.. assuming you are ok on an air mattress. (i sleep on a camp cot)
which reduces what you have to pack... whether you sleep in my tent at Bhakail or with another camp....

IF you are staying with me in Bhakail, its helpful to pre reg with Bhakail so we get the extra space allotment. PS we have a hot shower.

help setting up and breaking down always useful!

[kellan_the_tabby]

When the heck is pre-reg due again? I want to stay on top of this but I have some stuff to figure out first, too.

Of course I'd help with setup and teardown! That's always the worst part. :P

[fabricdragon.livejournal.com]

errrr.... ummm... you know.. i dont know?
but i think you have a bit.

[kellan_the_tabby]

Well, good. Brain kinda full right now alas. :P

[dr-zrfq.livejournal.com]

I'm told it's a wonderful event. Also that the volatility of the weather makes Pennsic look tame.

[kellan_the_tabby]

So fundamentally? More stakes. I'm kinda okay with that.

[apithonor.livejournal.com]

Do yourself a favour and bring sunburn ointment as well as a winter coat. It is about as bizarre as Gulf Wash, but with more WTF? in the weather.

Line an elevated floor with sheep rugs and you'll be all set.

[kellan_the_tabby]

*salutes* Yes'm. I figure I'll pack for Estrella, Gulf Wars, and Pennsic weather, and be about right.

[fabricdragon.livejournal.com]

suburn and wind chap ointment should sell well then...

[kellan_the_tabby]

Yeah, I'm thinkin.

[fabricdragon.livejournal.com]

sunburn and wind chap ointment should sell well then...

[wulfsdottir.livejournal.com]

Lilies occasionally involves tornado warnings, so find out before you go what to do if the wind gets uppity. If you decide to go, let me know - I have family that will be there, and I may have need to hire a messenger.

[kellan_the_tabby]

Will do. I have some ideas already, and the low profile of my tent helps, but asking the natives is always a good plan.

And I will let you know! Always glad to be part of SCA Express -- It'll Get There Weird, But It'll Get There!

[fabricdragon.livejournal.com]

fannish express, when it absolutely positively has to be there by the next convention.....
did that one time

[regine735.livejournal.com]

Essentially it is hot, windy with episodes of dynamic weather. It could get chilly, but that would be exceptional.

[kellan_the_tabby]

I'd rather chilly, but I'll live. Is it humid? Are there native dangers like fire ants or scorpions? Are you gonna be there?

[regine735.livejournal.com]

Humid is possible though the wind would eliminate that discomfort, replacing it with hot dry and windy. No fire ants or scorpions, though ticks are a possibility for both you and the boy. Standard biting summer bugs are always to be considered.

Alas, I don't go to camping events any more due to medical stuff. I do live on the route to the site (I-70) so you are welcome to come by and visit.

Google Maps is your friend!

[kellan_the_tabby]

Hot, dry and windy I can deal with. I live in Colorado after all. Ticks...I'll have to prepare for.

I'd love to visit! And, yeah, I'll be going right past you. It might even make sense for me to crash there if that'd be okay with y'all! And I'd repay you in Stuff. :)

[regine735.livejournal.com]

Feel free to drop by -- we'll feed you good and give you a real bed. More details closer to time. And you don't have to pay us, but swap could be arranged . . . do you have a favorite color?

[kellan_the_tabby]

Yay real bed! I look forward to it.

And my favourite colour -- lapis blue!