Lake Shelbyville 08’

That's a good idea Joel. We were at the lake both Saturday and Sunday and the place had a bit of a crowd there. My advise to anybody wanting to stay at the Days Inn book early. I'd sure hate to have the situation where it is full and people have to drive even further.

Weather was great, water was warm, and the skiing looked super. Sure can't wait for the big weekend!

I saw more ski boats there this weekend! There is a MasterCraft dealer next door and he must be doing well. But there were some really nice air nautiques there too! We used to really stand out with a inboard, but now we are just one of the crowd.

Gary, really looking forward to seeing your new ride and I think it will blend in real well with some of these other Air's at the lake. Anybody ever seen one that had graphics like a airplane? It had the rivit marks and "panels" like a bomber would. Never have seen graphics on a Nautique like those before.

Again, my advise is to book early!

Alan, I don't know where you were thinking of camping, but I wouldn't recommend camping or reserving spots in the "D" section. When Renee and I drove through last weekend it had "NO ALCOHOL" posted all over. I think that is the older and calm section of the campground. I am not saying that we are a bunch of rowdies, but we may want to consider staying close to where we were a few weeks ago. I think those were the largest spots available. When you got back into some of the others, they got pretty small and sunny. Just my .02. Where were you thinking of reserving at?

Super plan. I think Renee will get off work early and take the gear and boat over. I will tag up with everyone when I get off work.

If you need any help planning, just let us know. We are close and can reserve if you can't get a hold of the guy.

Will talk later!

Reserved a room at the Days Inn, however, I'd sure like to rent a pop-up and hang at the campground. We found a rental place for Shelbyville, but it is about 1-1/2 hours from Clinton.

Anybody know of anyplace near Clinton where one could be rented? Is there a website for the campground?

Can anybody get their hands on a surfboard for the weekend - CQ - any of your neighbors...

What about a toy list for the weekend.

Raindog - 4 wakeboards, 1 wakeskate

Steve...I can check with a friend at the club...I think he may have one(surf). We will provide the wake!

Two 138 cm boards and a 125 cm for (small riders)wakeskate. Surf board...maybe? It anyone can bring one , do so...I am not sure on it.

Glad to hear the twins are getting after the riding!...We can put coach Loren on task and he can have them doing a few new tricks!

You guys all have fun.
Another weekend that will not work for me. Two problems, a barefoot race Saturday morning, and my brothers wedding Saturday afternoon (and I can't skip the race )
Have fun and take a lot of pics.

Steve

Gary, my boat actually came from DuQuion. That was my home lake for a few years. My mom couldn't watch when I went over the ramp during competition. I had to laugh. Renee and I were wondering if that tournament was this weekend or last. We have gone down a few times to watch the tournament. I took my skis one year but chickened out. Awesome to hear he had a great outing. I'm sure Jeff Myers (previous owner) was running round there. Poor sucker has a malibu now.

As for the RV rentals, there is a RV place in Mahomet, IL. They do rent and it is only 30 miles from Clinton. I will do some digging and see if I can find a phone number. You can do a google search and find it too I'm sure. Give me a call 217.202.5946 and I'll try to help you out. I just thought of this the other day when I was driving by.

Clinton will be rocking in party cove this weekend. Sounds like a live band will be there both Sat. and Sun. afternoon. Maybe they will get it out of their blood and the lake will be calm again after the holidays. I'm sure we will be there over the weekend. Let me know if you want to meet up Gary or anybody else for that matter!

Sorry so long, but wanted to give the update on RV rentals.

Todd...we have a hog roast at the club and will be down there for the weekend...your always welcome to drop in! The tournament was Sunday(24th)...Intleague. Last time I was there was in the 70's at the nationals...Sammy Duval,Cory P,LaPoints....all the hero's from that peroid. It was amazing!
Not sure what day is the roast...but if you want to come for the day,let me know...it's either Sat or Sun.

tnplicky wrote: I was there yesterday with 2 million other people. Actually it wasn't bad for the first hour and half, but mid-morning on it was crazy.

Yeah, that's why we've always waited a few weeks after labor day. Glad to hear you'll be out. Are you camping or just coming in for the day?

We were there yesterday. It was funny how the hot side of the lake was nice and "relatively" calm. The cooler side of the lake was pretty crazy. We found a nice sandbar so the nephews could swim and play on the beach. I guess there was a band in party cove on Sat. and Sunday.

Wondering if anybody else has called on RV or trailer rentals?

tnplickey, where are you from again??? There are so many dang inboards running around that I should be able to spot you.

Stang - I tried sending you an email but they get bounced back for the 2 addresses I have for you. Email a phone number and I'll give you a shout.

Guess I am wondering on a good head count right now. How many will be at the campground and how many at the hotel. How many boats will be attending. I am really looking forward to some great "end of the year" skiing that weekend.

I was just tinkering today and was wondering how many are committed.

Have a great one!

2 adults, 1 kid at the Hotel.

Alan: Dena is letting you travel without adult supervision? Or is she the adult?

john

Well........***************........sorry but i wont be making it out this year sorry to say.....I would have been able to make it the original weekend (the first weekend of sep.) but my daughters b-day is this weekend and i have 3 gig's one of wich i will be on TV......so....maybe next year?

Stang.....thanks for the invite to stay at your house.....keep that invite open for me for next year....and your always welcome here whenever you want to come up this way....

have fun and as always drink a few for me!

Oh and steve.....the trailer queen will be put up for the winter i guess now that i won't be going to Clinton.....

see ya all

Paul,