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Title: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: DeadBishop on January 11, 2013, 06:56:21 PM
I've been looking into several locations/areas that have not hosted Rendezvous yet.  I'm hoping to have it nailed down by the end of the month.  If anyone has faire suggestions or would be willing to host, please PM me!  ;D

Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Butch on January 12, 2013, 09:55:44 AM
PM sent.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Norfolk on January 12, 2013, 10:33:47 AM
Quote from: Butch on January 12, 2013, 09:55:44 AM
PM sent.


HUZZAH!!
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on January 12, 2013, 02:33:18 PM
...if that means what I THINK it means, I'll second that HUZZAH!
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Gauwyn of Bracknell on January 14, 2013, 07:19:42 AM
Huzzah Huzzah Huzzah (that is the 3rd)
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Lairde Guardn on February 14, 2013, 11:44:48 PM
I would like to try to put a team together to put the 2014 Rendevouz in BARF, because it it in March, I was thinking we need to approve this year....
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 15, 2013, 05:43:18 AM
Time is getting away from us! No more info on where this year, or has KC been elected since it's the only one who has spoken up?
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: RenStarr on February 16, 2013, 09:42:13 AM
I'd like to see Sherwood in the mix for 2014.  It started last weekend so it's too late for for 2013.  Sherwood is still a young faire compared to allot of faires out there, but it's a great venue with character well beyond it's young age.  And if I'm not mistaken, Sherwood has won best new faire two years in a row by RenFaire Mag.  I know there's allot of faires that deserve to host Rendezous, and I feel Sherwood should be on the list for 2014 or soon there after.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 16, 2013, 12:32:39 PM
While I'm in total agreement that it is gem of a faire, methinks Texas is out of the running for a while since they've already hosted two of the RenDezvous.  From what I've read of the original rules of selection (which I believe have been mostly scrapped), the region wouldn't be eligible for another 2 or 3 years. 

I'm thinking that unless something gets set soon, we may not even be able to put a RenDezvous together this year. Some of us have to plan to head out for a long trip!
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: RenStarr on February 16, 2013, 02:37:54 PM
Well it does look like Texas (southwest region) is out of the running for awhile.  I was thinking 4 years since 2010 would have been 2014.  But if KC gets the nod for 2013, that makes it 2017 before any faire from the sw region/Texas can host again.  Assuming it's 4 years.  I quit reading the "rules" after a few pages. 

So..........whenever Sherwood is eligible, it would be a great host faire!   ;D

Who ever gets it this year and next, congrats!
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 16, 2013, 03:28:38 PM
That is not to say, RenStarr, that we cannot invite an invasion of R/Fers to Sherwood.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Sir Ironhead on February 16, 2013, 03:52:40 PM
Those rules did get rather convoluted didn't they  ;D
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: RenStarr on February 16, 2013, 04:54:34 PM
Quote from: Merlin the Elder on February 16, 2013, 03:28:38 PM
That is not to say, RenStarr, that we cannot invite an invasion of R/Fers to Sherwood.
That's always an option Merlin.  How about opening weekend next year?  I'm betting that date is already on your schedule!  Something to ponder on........

Quote from: Sir Ironhead on February 16, 2013, 03:52:40 PM
Those rules did get rather convoluted didn't they  ;D
Sir Ironhead, totally agree with ya on that one.  But it's always a difficult task to create a set of rules and make everyone happy happy happy.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 16, 2013, 06:07:54 PM
There was definitely a lot of Texas RFers there for Sherwood's opening, although we never arranged for a meet and greet as we had the two previous years.  Yes, we will already plan for opening in 2014. The opening weekend just seems like the best weekend for any faire.

Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Lairde Guardn on February 17, 2013, 08:49:07 PM
Is there a decision yet on 2013 ?    There are many that have to make plans in advance if they plan to make the Rendevous.....     Also Since BARF is in FEB/MAR time frame, I would like to get consideration of an early selection for 2014.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Butch on February 18, 2013, 09:30:44 PM
2013?  How about Kansas City?  Labor Day weekend?  I think we can put a little something together!
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Gauwyn of Bracknell on February 19, 2013, 11:34:48 AM
The only thing to consider for Labor Day is MNRF and Bristol are still going on, but I am good with any weekend at KCRF.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Ms Trish on February 19, 2013, 11:50:25 AM
Quote from: Gauwyn of Bracknell on February 19, 2013, 11:34:48 AM
The only thing to consider for Labor Day is MNRF and Bristol are still going on, but I am good with any weekend at KCRF.

Probably won't make it if my own faire is running...afterwards would be a whole different ball game!
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 19, 2013, 03:30:36 PM
It would seem that Labor Day weekend would be rather hot!  But then, I'm not from around there...
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on February 19, 2013, 05:35:49 PM
Labor Day Weekend is Bristol's closing weekend, and it's traditional that even if you don't get there other weekends, everyone who calls it their home faire tries to go over Labor Day.

So there won't be a Galena contingent if it's over Labor Day.  I, too, would prefer it later, if it's very hot in Sept.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Gauwyn of Bracknell on February 19, 2013, 06:34:06 PM
What about Columbus day weekend?
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 19, 2013, 07:30:50 PM
We could possibly sail in that weekend...
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Butch on February 19, 2013, 07:32:00 PM
I'm game Columbus Day weekend as well!  Of course, KC hasn't been selected yet, but if it is, I would think a 3-day weekend would be best.  So, Columbus Day, or Labor Day would be best IMO.  It sounds like Columbus Day would free-up more of our board members, so I will throw that out for discussion!

How about Columbus Day weekend?  That would be 12, 13, and 14 Oct 2013.  Thoughts?
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 19, 2013, 07:35:40 PM
Jeez, Butch! Now you're asking me to think?!? :P

It would make a difference for me, since it wouldn't be the first of the semester. Other considerations later this year...possibly...but, Merlin & Nim give it two thumbs up.  Which weekend is the nearby race?
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Butch on February 19, 2013, 07:42:43 PM
Merlin, the NASCAR Race Weekend is 5 and 6 Oct 2013.  So, the weekend BEFORE Columbus Day!  Good thinking!  Way to throw additional considerations out!
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 20, 2013, 05:52:58 AM
I knew it was close from when I was looking at KCRF another year, considering a visit.  I have heard great reports about your festival from my knight brothers at Castleton.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Gauwyn of Bracknell on February 20, 2013, 07:14:38 AM
KC is a great faire and has a fantastic cast. 
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Norfolk on February 20, 2013, 10:05:49 AM
KC gets my vote for Rendezvous this year!  The site is our all-time favorite, and the cast is probably the most professional and well-rehearsed we have encountered. 

Either Columbus Day or the weekend prior would be preferable; Labor Day tends to be really HOT!

Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: DeadBishop on February 22, 2013, 03:36:43 AM
Apologies for not staying on top of this, my health is in decline and being in and out of clinics, hospitals, and out patient centers the past month, time had slipped away faster than I had realized. 

I believe we have a faire chosen, just waiting to hear back from the lucky few who will be heading up the organizing so we can make the announcement.  :)

Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Merlin the Elder on February 22, 2013, 12:56:42 PM
Dang, DB... We don't expect you to live up to your name!  Hoping things improve, lad.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: John on February 22, 2013, 09:34:43 PM
Gadzooks DB!  You're marking a decade on R/F.  It's been too long since we rendezvoused.
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Norfolk on February 22, 2013, 10:15:36 PM
Quote from: DeadBishop on February 22, 2013, 03:36:43 AM
Apologies for not staying on top of this, my health is in decline and being in and out of clinics, hospitals, and out patient centers the past month, time had slipped away faster than I had realized. 
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The Duchess and I are terribly sorry to hear of your ailment, DB, and wish you a rapid and complete recovery
Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: RowenD on February 27, 2013, 03:03:41 PM
Quote from: Norfolk on February 20, 2013, 10:05:49 AM
KC gets my vote for Rendezvous this year!  The site is our all-time favorite, and the cast is probably the most professional and well-rehearsed we have encountered. 

Either Columbus Day or the weekend prior would be preferable; Labor Day tends to be really HOT!

  The cast is one of the best I have ever encountered, and the skits were excellent.  and KCRF has plenty of decently close (and free) parking. 
 
   The last time I went to KCRF in Bonner Springs was during NASCAR weekend (first week end in October) once.    I will avoid going during the first week of October (4,5 and 6th this year) in the future because the access roads and highways turn into parking lots, and I don't know the area well enough to take alternate routes without getting lost.


 
   
 

Title: Re: Rendezvous 2013 - looking for new faires!
Post by: Kate on March 27, 2013, 05:53:51 AM
Quote from: Lairde Guardn on February 14, 2013, 11:44:48 PM
I would like to try to put a team together to put the 2014 Rendevouz in BARF, because it it in March, I was thinking we need to approve this year....

I strongly agree with BARF for 2014. We throw together one heck of a weekend for our out-of-towners! :)