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Title: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: mpullen on August 02, 2012, 06:34:44 PM
Hated to delete all the previous threads, but alot of misinformation and misunderstanding was getting posted.

Henceforth, all information on the TRF Patron's Campgrounds will be posted on the newly formed "The Fields of Newmarket Campgrounds" Facebook page.

That way, you will have only one location to check for information and updates.

You can still post here to discuss the issues you see on the Facebook page, as I'll also check here to get any advice/recommendations, but replies will be posted on the Facebook page to make sure it remains the central information source.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: dbaldock on August 02, 2012, 06:57:24 PM
Doesn't it seem easier to refer back to posts in threads here on RenFest Forums, rather than on Facebook?
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Glaodian on August 02, 2012, 07:01:37 PM
Quote from: dbaldock on August 02, 2012, 06:57:24 PM
Doesn't it seem easier to refer back to posts in threads here on RenFest Forums, rather than on Facebook?

Agreed.  More of the folks that would be concerned are already on the forums.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: SQiRL on August 02, 2012, 10:29:00 PM
how does one get to this page mike?

its not showing up in facebook for me.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: KiltedPrivateer on August 03, 2012, 06:55:53 AM
<---- Doesn't Face Plant Book
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 03, 2012, 06:59:21 AM
Sorry, there are some of us who have never (moi) had a Facebook page (and never will) or have deleted their account because of all the BS that comes with social media... as well as all the data mining that is done by the goverment.  This is as close as I will get, because all the people that i need to talk to stop by at least once in a while...


*I'm Laird Fraser and I approve this statement*  8)
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: scarletnyx on August 03, 2012, 07:38:46 AM
Quote from: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 03, 2012, 06:59:21 AM
Sorry, there are some of us who have never (moi) had a Facebook page (and never will) or have deleted their account because of all the BS that comes with social media... as well as all the data mining that is done by the goverment.  This is as close as I will get, because all the people that i need to talk to stop by at least once in a while...


*I'm Laird Fraser and I approve this statement*  8)

*places tinfoil hat firmly on top of head*

Aha! See, since you -said- you were Laird Fraser, you actually AREN'T Laird Fraser but a government clone sent by the reptilian overlords to undermine the sanctity of our faire community! you just want to stifle our awesome creativity by exposing us to DARPA testing and fluoride in the water! We see through you, you imposter!

*Is dragged off kicking and screaming*

( Also, all of those are real conspiracy theories. :D )
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: PollyPoPo on August 03, 2012, 07:43:55 AM
Quote from: mpullen on August 02, 2012, 06:34:44 PM
Henceforth, all information on the TRF Patron's Campgrounds will be posted on the newly formed "The Fields of Newmarket Campgrounds" Facebook page.

I cannot locate the Facebook page under that designation either.  Is it active yet?

Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Riot on August 03, 2012, 08:33:29 AM
Polly, I liked the page yesterday so I know it is there.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: PollyPoPo on August 03, 2012, 09:10:57 AM
Quote from: Riot on August 03, 2012, 08:33:29 AM
Polly, I liked the page yesterday so I know it is there.

Riot, can you copy and paste the exact phrasing of the Facebook page name, please.  I just can't seem to get there searching in Facebook or Google.  I get feed from the general TRF Facebook page and pull up older TRF campground facebook pages, but not this one. 

Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Riot on August 03, 2012, 09:14:05 AM
Quote from: PollyPoPo on August 03, 2012, 09:10:57 AM
Quote from: Riot on August 03, 2012, 08:33:29 AM
Polly, I liked the page yesterday so I know it is there.

Riot, can you copy and paste the exact phrasing of the Facebook page name, please.  I just can't seem to get there searching in Facebook or Google.  I get feed from the general TRF Facebook page and pull up older TRF campground facebook pages, but not this one. 



The Fields of New Market Campground

http://www.facebook.com/TheFieldsOfNewMarketCampground
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: PollyPoPo on August 03, 2012, 09:16:24 AM
Thank you, Riot.  Got it now.

Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Riot on August 03, 2012, 09:19:07 AM
np :)
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 03, 2012, 09:55:18 AM
Quote from: scarletnyx on August 03, 2012, 07:38:46 AM
Quote from: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 03, 2012, 06:59:21 AM
Sorry, there are some of us who have never (moi) had a Facebook page (and never will) or have deleted their account because of all the BS that comes with social media... as well as all the data mining that is done by the goverment.  This is as close as I will get, because all the people that i need to talk to stop by at least once in a while...


*I'm Laird Fraser and I approve this statement*  8)

*places tinfoil hat firmly on top of head*

Aha! See, since you -said- you were Laird Fraser, you actually AREN'T Laird Fraser but a government clone sent by the reptilian overlords to undermine the sanctity of our faire community! you just want to stifle our awesome creativity by exposing us to DARPA testing and fluoride in the water! We see through you, you imposter!

*Is dragged off kicking and screaming*

( Also, all of those are real conspiracy theories. :D )




Having been involved in "things" while working for Uncle Sam, I am never surprised by what depth the goverment will go... especially this present group of thugs. ::)

*tinfoil won't keep out what they have up their sleeves* ;)
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: scarletnyx on August 03, 2012, 11:39:15 AM
Quote from: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 03, 2012, 09:55:18 AM
Quote from: scarletnyx on August 03, 2012, 07:38:46 AM
Quote from: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 03, 2012, 06:59:21 AM
Sorry, there are some of us who have never (moi) had a Facebook page (and never will) or have deleted their account because of all the BS that comes with social media... as well as all the data mining that is done by the goverment.  This is as close as I will get, because all the people that i need to talk to stop by at least once in a while...


*I'm Laird Fraser and I approve this statement*  8)

*places tinfoil hat firmly on top of head*

Aha! See, since you -said- you were Laird Fraser, you actually AREN'T Laird Fraser but a government clone sent by the reptilian overlords to undermine the sanctity of our faire community! you just want to stifle our awesome creativity by exposing us to DARPA testing and fluoride in the water! We see through you, you imposter!

*Is dragged off kicking and screaming*

( Also, all of those are real conspiracy theories. :D )




Having been involved in "things" while working for Uncle Sam, I am never surprised by what depth the goverment will go... especially this present group of thugs. ::)

*tinfoil won't keep out what they have up their sleeves* ;)

Wholeheartedly agree Laird. I must meet you soon, you seem absolutely -awesome-. Also, if you put the tinfoil shiny side out, it may slow the crawl. Abit.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Riot on August 03, 2012, 11:42:43 AM
oh he IS awesome.. as long as he likes you.. lol
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 03, 2012, 11:47:44 AM
HEY NOW!  WHY'S EVERYONE PICKING ON ME?!?  >:(  I'm a big teddy bear... yes i have teeth but i am a teddy bear  ;) ;D
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Breandan on August 03, 2012, 12:02:57 PM
I can attest to this, I hug him till he makes cracking noises every time I see him  ;D
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: mpullen on August 03, 2012, 04:41:47 PM
Quote from: dbaldock on August 02, 2012, 06:57:24 PM
Doesn't it seem easier to refer back to posts in threads here on RenFest Forums, rather than on Facebook?

No. Eliminated all the multiple trails/discussions.

I too swore to never use Facebook. Unfortunately, that's the presently most popular social networking for TRF and SWFF. In order to concentrate on where the largest audience is, I have to follow the flow.

It takes me at least 2 hours each night to respond to the TRF campgrounds Facebook postings. Now, if I had to do the same thing here, that's another hour, making the same responses to identical questions.

Add in the time working on the Sherwood Forest Faire staff management discussions and camper questions, adds another hour every few days (things are far more peaceful there, as we have had 3 years to get folks happy and we started from Day 1).

Soon I will be adding Scarbourough Faire to my nightly campgrounds management schedule (if things go well later this month).

Glad I'm retiring from my paying job next year, so that I can devote my time to my unpaid campgrounds management duties.

So, I'll check here daily and make short responses, but detailed (i.e., policy) statements will only be on the Facebook page.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: mpullen on August 03, 2012, 04:50:19 PM
Oh yes. Mark your calendars for the Sunday before TRF opening weekend, say around noon.

Enter via the new campgrounds entrance on the county road (302 or 203, forget which, just by the Valero gas station)

If the gate is closed, wait till Tom or I open it. If the gate is open, park around the Quickie Mart parking area just inside the campgrounds entrance. We will wait until around 1 PM to allow all interested folks to arrive. We will then lead a tour of the expanded campgrounds. We may even show you the three maps showing the three phases  of the campgrounds expansion (#3 will make alot of folks really excited) that covers the next 2-8 years.

Come prepared to take plenty of photos.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: maeven on August 03, 2012, 05:42:51 PM
Quote from: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 03, 2012, 11:47:44 AM
HEY NOW!  WHY'S EVERYONE PICKING ON ME?!?  >:(  I'm a big teddy bear... yes i have teeth but i am a teddy bear  ;) ;D

He's sweet as the day is long!
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: dbaldock on August 03, 2012, 06:06:58 PM
Quote from: mpullen on August 03, 2012, 04:41:47 PM
Quote from: dbaldock on August 02, 2012, 06:57:24 PM
Doesn't it seem easier to refer back to posts in threads here on RenFest Forums, rather than on Facebook?

No. Eliminated all the multiple trails/discussions.

I too swore to never use Facebook. Unfortunately, that's the presently most popular social networking for TRF and SWFF. In order to concentrate on where the largest audience is, I have to follow the flow.

It takes me at least 2 hours each night to respond to the TRF campgrounds Facebook postings. Now, if I had to do the same thing here, that's another hour, making the same responses to identical questions.

Add in the time working on the Sherwood Forest Faire staff management discussions and camper questions, adds another hour every few days (things are far more peaceful there, as we have had 3 years to get folks happy and we started from Day 1).

Soon I will be adding Scarbourough Faire to my nightly campgrounds management schedule (if things go well later this month).

Glad I'm retiring from my paying job next year, so that I can devote my time to my unpaid campgrounds management duties.

So, I'll check here daily and make short responses, but detailed (i.e., policy) statements will only be on the Facebook page.


Has Facebook added a Search capability, like this Forum software has, so that information can easily be found?
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: KiltedPrivateer on August 03, 2012, 06:14:24 PM
hopefully someone will be kind enough to cross post from FB to here for the rest of us (o:
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: PollyPoPo on August 03, 2012, 07:11:49 PM
Debaldock,

I have not yet been able to find a search feature for searching content on a given page. 

Perhaps someone who spends a lot more time on Facebook can provide an answer for us. 

Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Glaodian on August 03, 2012, 08:17:18 PM
I believe it is as simple as control.  The person incontrol of the FB page has the ability to delete posts and remove members they do not like.  Here on the forums, a normal person would not has such control and would be open to more debates and opinions that could not be supressed.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Wakarimasen on August 26, 2012, 05:06:48 AM
Quote from: mpullen on August 02, 2012, 06:34:44 PM
"The Fields of Newmarket Campgrounds" Facebook page.

Not seeing it...
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: PollyPoPo on August 26, 2012, 06:20:07 AM
Quote from: Wakarimasen on August 26, 2012, 05:06:48 AM
Quote from: mpullen on August 02, 2012, 06:34:44 PM
"The Fields of Newmarket Campgrounds" Facebook page.

Not seeing it...

http://www.facebook.com/TheFieldsOfNewMarketCampground

Gotta leave out the spaces.
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Wakarimasen on August 26, 2012, 09:07:18 PM
Quote from: PollyPoPo on August 26, 2012, 06:20:07 AM
Quote from: Wakarimasen on August 26, 2012, 05:06:48 AM
Quote from: mpullen on August 02, 2012, 06:34:44 PM
"The Fields of Newmarket Campgrounds" Facebook page.

Not seeing it...

http://www.facebook.com/TheFieldsOfNewMarketCampground

Gotta leave out the spaces.

:-[ Thanks :)
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: brier patch charlie on August 27, 2012, 04:27:36 PM
Laird Fraser, Thats not true, The Goverment is your friend, were here to help you, with all your needs commrad!
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on August 27, 2012, 05:59:52 PM
Oh... so they'll tie the knot in the rope for me to hang myself?  Sweet!  I hate doing that...   :D ( >:( )


*better than practicing my goose step*  ;D
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: Wakarimasen on September 11, 2012, 01:13:50 AM
Quote from: mpullen on August 03, 2012, 04:41:47 PM
Quote from: dbaldock on August 02, 2012, 06:57:24 PM
Doesn't it seem easier to refer back to posts in threads here on RenFest Forums, rather than on Facebook?

No. Eliminated all the multiple trails/discussions.

I too swore to never use Facebook. Unfortunately, that's the presently most popular social networking for TRF and SWFF. In order to concentrate on where the largest audience is, I have to follow the flow.

It takes me at least 2 hours each night to respond to the TRF campgrounds Facebook postings. Now, if I had to do the same thing here, that's another hour, making the same responses to identical questions.

Perhaps I could help. I worked for many years in tech support, and the answer to "answering the same question a hundred times" lies in creating a knowledge base - since that isn't an option here, an FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) document. This way, you only need to answer a question once or twice, since you can, instead of typing out long explanations of this or that, simply paste a link in response. This ability kept me sane through many years of tech support ;)
Title: Re: TRF Patron's Campgrounds Information
Post by: PollyPoPo on September 11, 2012, 08:46:36 AM
Quote from: Wakarimasen on September 11, 2012, 01:13:50 AM
Quote from: mpullen on August 03, 2012, 04:41:47 PM
Quote from: dbaldock on August 02, 2012, 06:57:24 PM
Doesn't it seem easier to refer back to posts in threads here on RenFest Forums, rather than on Facebook?

No. Eliminated all the multiple trails/discussions.

I too swore to never use Facebook. Unfortunately, that's the presently most popular social networking for TRF and SWFF. In order to concentrate on where the largest audience is, I have to follow the flow.

It takes me at least 2 hours each night to respond to the TRF campgrounds Facebook postings. Now, if I had to do the same thing here, that's another hour, making the same responses to identical questions.

Perhaps I could help. I worked for many years in tech support, and the answer to "answering the same question a hundred times" lies in creating a knowledge base - since that isn't an option here, an FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) document. This way, you only need to answer a question once or twice, since you can, instead of typing out long explanations of this or that, simply paste a link in response. This ability kept me sane through many years of tech support ;)

Are there any FAQ pages in this forum available to the individual categories?  The admins would probably need to be involved; it would have to be a document that only certain people could modify.

Wakarimasen, are you aware of any version of FAQ that could be applied to Facebook pages?  Without a usable search feature that would drill down through all replies to each message, there is no way for a newcomer to find information.  Naturally Mike ends up with the same questions over and over as the pertinent messages fall off the bottom. 

Unfortunately the main commercial website for TRF has a link to their Facebook page (which is "owned" by TRF as the "Page") resulting in the need to keep the Facebook page updated as much as possible.