SJRR 2015

Mike....the Dora boat show isn't a normal thing that we do, Some attend, most don't. Last year was an exception to the "normal" SJRR. The normal is playing on the river from the time you get there till whenever folks decide to get off the water. Fans start arriving Thurs or sooner to enjoy playtime on the river. Friday is all day river sports or head down to the boat show if you choose. Their are some really cool old boats there whose beauty and wacky design are second to none. Saturday is either a run down to Hontoon island which is about a 1 hour trip where fans have grilled burgers and dogs waiting on us. then a 1 hr trip back to Parramores or a run out across Lake George to the Silver Glenn Springs. Some playtime on the lake/river before Sat nights visit with Mr. Ralph. and cookout. Sunday most head out but some stick around for more fun on the river.

This being your first Mini might I suggest that you stick to your original plan if it works better for YOU! Mr.Ralph is truly a joy to listen too and a treat you don't wanna miss IMHO. He loves to visit and tell us more stories of the Meloon family and the Correct Craft boats that they've built. He is 97 years old and looks forward to visiting with us! When approached last year about getting out of the sun at the boat show (when CC's were the featured boat) his response was " No, I'm going to stay right down here with my people!'....The man's a hoot!

Bottom line is go to the show if you want but I'd bet 98% won't and those that do will go on Friday. Hope that helps you or anyone else that is coming to their first River Run!

IAughtNaut wrote: St Johns River Ruckus in full effect.

Given the previous weekend is available, are Parramore reservations not transferable?

Laurie and I will be down for the weekend of the 21-22nd so we can hang with Chris, Adam, Tim and any others that are planning to be there then so we can get some extended river time in as we'll be spending time back at the boat show the following weekend.   Last year we were just pulled in too many different directions and missed all the best river festivities. I just got my Parramores RV spot reservation.

The Farmer's (Mike, Marsha, Michael-9 & Mason-9) already booked the posted weekend of March 27-29th. This will be our first reunion after several years of missed attempts. We are looking forward to meet all those fellow Correct Craft enthusiasts and hope to start a new tradition of attendance every year. We will be bringing our RV and will contribute to the festivities in any way we can.   

If Ok? I will be bringing BBQ picnic style pork ribs with potato salad.

Counting the days!:)

I'll be on a work trip in Memphis till the 19th. Sounds like I should head south after instead of going back to the cold. That's Zoe's spring break week so her and little man could stay till Sunday. Don't see a reason the Mars men and Picture Pat can't stay till the 23rd.

There's a small chance Dad will be taking his RV down that weekend and keeping it in FLA till the end of April. Might as well hook a boat on for some river time.

Where's the big dog ?? I remember back in the days a couple of guys wanted to visit the big race!! And then everyone started to come from then. Now it's boat show done that last year, but I would of had more fun on the water with the crew !! Just saying

Not much talk on here, what's up ??

Per Murphys Law, weather is always nicer the weekend before or after SJRR

stolen from another thread...

storm34 wrote: We're in for GL this year. Probably not SJRR unless some guys want to meet the week leading up to or weekend before?

I just found out my work schedule is going to make it darn near impossible to go the last weekend in march, but I love me some time on the river, I'm in for the week before. I'm sure with the local crowd there will be plenty of people for me and Mars to ski with. We'll have at least one boat.

We had all intentions of returning to Fl this spring but this year has gotten pretty busy for us with another college graduation and our sons wedding so looks like we'll be sitting this one out and shooting for a return in 2016. Have fun and post lots of photos. At the very least this year we'll be at Green Lake so hope to catch up with as many as possible then.

Anybody got the eagle nest cabin yet. ?

Planning on being there. Anyone want to split a cabin? - I only need a room to crash in.

skierox wrote: Just a quick question about the Mt. Dora boat show. Since Correct Craft was the topic mfg last year, will there be many Correct Crafts at this years show?

I know that Reidp was planning to bring a few - combined with some of the somewhat local regulars that should be good for ten boats anyway.

Well, a little late, but the Smith family finally reserved accommodations at the Famous Parramores Fish Camp, homebase to the CCF festivities. Seems they like to shuffle the family around each year, as the previous years two "cabins" have been spoken for. We will be in the "Turtle Mound" this year, a luxurious THREE bedroom, TWO bath palatial trailer, er, cabin sitting just yards from the exotic St. Johns river. As always, we anticipate a fantastic time and are looking forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones. If you are "on the fence" on this one, trust me and jump in, you will be glad you did!!