Northern project 2019 Date set May 4th

[Sixacresand]

Thanks for the route tips.  We are looking forward to using them.  

[Old Greenhorn]

I have never been on 84 when it was not a parking lot. I have traveled it many different times of day and night.

Quite true, but weighing the options... The section from PA to NY has had some epic jams due the jacknifes that cover both lanes, I sat there for a week one day. But once you get into CT, it is just heavy traffic, seems like all day and night and it gets worse as you turn north toward Hartford. The section up to the Thruway is not statistically too bad, and from there up to Worcesters should be speed limit driving (or better ;D).
 Of course, life is like a box of chocolates. If anybody runs into trouble coming up the Thruway or needs a break, give me a holler. I am just 15 minutes from Exit 19 in Kingston.

[51cub]

It looks like at least a few people are good for the 4th. I'll have to put in for the vacation time, we just had a big confusing policy change on vacation time, so whatever date everybody comes up with I'll try for. Once I know I can get the time, I'll make the same offer as last year. I'll stop at Logrite on the way to save shipping. I'll post it when I know. 84 isn't great, but it's opened back up through Waterbury again, so it's better. Or it's just my senses are so dull from driving it every day. Every. Single. Day

[terrifictimbersllc]

I drive all over CT of course and around NY.  You just need to avoid rush hours around certain areas.  

The feature of Google Maps where you can choose what time you are departing or going through an area is very good at predicting delays due to congestion .

Also Apple map on i-phone is very good at predicting travel time and alerting/suggesting alternate routes during travel.

If you're driving in the middle of the night there's nothing wrong with I-95 across the GWB and through the Bronx, unless you break down.  :laugh:

[newoodguy78]

If you get a date set I'd be interested to help where I could. Wouldn't mind learning more about marketing a definite shortcoming of mine.

[Southside]

there's nothing wrong with I-95 across the GWB and through the Bronx,

I would rather take my chances walking the length of Floridas Gator Alley in May with tuna strapped to my feet.  :D

[Old Greenhorn]

there's nothing wrong with I-95 across the GWB and through the Bronx,

I would rather take my chances walking the length of Floridas Gator Alley in May with tuna strapped to my feet.  :D

I am with Southside on this. I have been on the road too many times, won't go back.

[Crusarius]

there's nothing wrong with I-95 across the GWB and through the Bronx,

I would rather take my chances walking the length of Floridas Gator Alley in May with tuna strapped to my feet.  :D

I am pretty sure thats what he said

[PAmizerman]

I won't be able to make it this year but sure had a good time last year.

Be careful on 84. It is narrow.
Parts of 84 are not all that great.
That is the stretch of road a tractor trailer ran me off of last year. Down into a clump of saplings. Lucky it wasn't 1/4 mile further up the road. Nothing but a solid wall of rock. 
There is no birm on that stretch of 84. Just a couple inch drop off the asphalt onto shail.


 

 

[Stephen1]

You didn't get to drive that home, I'm guessing.

[PAmizerman]

Nope. I had triple A haul it 99 miles then brought a trailer down to haul it the other 100 miles home.

[Sixacresand]

Considering what I have read in earlier posts, looking like we will go further North and go by Cooperstown and the Baseball Hall of Fame.  

[69bronco]

Considering what I have read in earlier posts, looking like we will go further North and go by Cooperstown and the Baseball Hall of Fame.  

Good idea, I'd suggest heading east after to I87 north. It was voted one of Americas scenic highways. Once you get up north aways you can take one of the ferrys across lake Champlain to Vermont. I doubt you'd be disappointed.

[terrifictimbersllc]

I-87 Exit 28, Rte 74 into Ticonderoga, then north at Maplefields on Rte 9 up about 4 miles north of Crown point, take a right and go across the bridge to Vermont.  

Nice new bridge very scenic, govt does something right once in a while. 

You can see the demo of the old bridge here:  lake champlain bridge demolition

[Bruno of NH]

Just want to keep this up in the know

[crowhill]

Is the final date set for May 4th at Bruno's?

[Sixacresand]

 

 
Will we be having Fiddeheads?

[Bruno of NH]

I'm going to set the Date Saturday May 4th all are welcome
Let's get a good turn out

[beav]

Yeah it sounds like fun. I'll be there if the black flies don't suck me dry during the 1/4 mile slog through knee deep mud season driveway mud to my car.
Just kiddin'....

....I hope

[Bruno of NH]

Morning folks
Member Curved - wood has offered to come to my place 2 days before the Northern Project to give a class on building a curved shed. 
If you have not seen his book his work is wonderful and an art form.
I will supply the lumber ( if anyone is local I might need some help).
This will be a Great learning and fellow ship opportunity for all.
I have the food covered for the May 4th day.
Some ideas 
Food for the 2 days before
Help sawing the cut list
I might have enough hardware nails ext.
Maybe a travel donation for curved- wood
I have room for camping
This is a wonderful opportunity for us.
Let me know what you all think☺
Bruno

[Oliver05262]

  I'll see how much response you get, Bruno, but we would at least be able to come over a day early, if not for both days. I enjoyed Claude's book, and while I may never create anything nearly as nice as he makes, I am fascinated by his skill and eye for beauty.
  Let us know how we may help make this a great gathering to learn and rekindle friendships. 
See you all in May!!!!!!

[Bruno of NH]

See the Curved - wood project thread
Please 

[Jeff]

I am going to combine the topics. This is actually the same event, so to avoid confusion I'm putting them together

[Bruno of NH]

Sounds good thank you Sir

[curved-wood]

Here is a little bit of precision about the workshop that I would like to give:
- 2 or 3 days. 
-Build a small garage on the spot at Bruno's place.
-Stick framing
-How to build a curved roof, step by step, tricks to gain time. Much more simpler than it looks.
-For beginners as well as the more experienced.
- Built with all rough wood coming from a portable mill. No plywood.
- Cost for participant: a voluntary contribution for helping to pay the cost of the materials, hardware and if food is supplied.  
- my charge : 0$. Life is good for me 
An experience about sharing. 
 The shape could look similar to the one on the next photo but smaller and without the sculpture beside the door.


May be there are people interested. Need at least 5 persons