Jonathan Hoff
Regular Member
bringing along my buddy who served in the army!. should be a good time! see ya there folks
semper
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Who wants to meet up?
- Thread starter S&W BULLRIDER
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M-Taliesin
Regular Member
Howdy Folks!
Looking forward to seeing ya'll there tomorrow. I'll be outside before noon so to meet people arriving.
Should be a terrific bit of fun!
Blessings,
M-Taliesin
Looking forward to seeing ya'll there tomorrow. I'll be outside before noon so to meet people arriving.
Should be a terrific bit of fun!
Blessings,
M-Taliesin
Jonathan Hoff
Regular Member
Good to see you guysandgals there was nice meeting every one and hanging out. Looking forward to the next gatherings!
Semper,
Semper,
M-Taliesin
Regular Member
Howdy Pard!
Me too! Let's not wait another 6 months to have one of these things.
This was fun, and I sure enjoyed meeting you too.
Maybe next time I'll wear one of my own shemaghs!
Blessings,
M-Taliesin
alang
Regular Member
I think everyone had a good time, and it's always nice to be able to put a face with the names. I agree that these gatherings should be done more than every six months.
Red Dawg
Regular Member
Okay. I'll be coming in last week of Feb 27th-02 March. Would like to meet some of my "western buds". Giving better notice this time. I set one up a coons age ago, and we met in the Springs at a Hooters, and tere was a turnout, but I think some shied away from the ladies in orange.. All you can eat wings was a good addition though....Will be in the North Colorado Springs again if anyone is intersted. Would prefer if a "local" picked the spot this time.
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Scott
O2HeN2
Regular Member
Lunch? Dinner? Alcohol a requirement? Would you prefer some "local place" instead of a nationwide chain (always my preference when I'm visiting some place)?
O2
O2
M-Taliesin
Regular Member
Howdy Amigo!
Consumption of alcohol while armed is a real bad thing that we ought scrupulously avoid.
"Illegal use of a weapon" is the simple act of being in possession of a firearm and doing any drinking whatsoever of alcohol.
Alcohol a requirement? Oh, my stars... I surely hope nobody says yes to that!
Blessings,
M-Taliesin
Red Dawg
Regular Member
I'm not picky. HOWEVER, even when within the law, I, personally, think it bad form, and bad ambassadorship, to drink while armed, and trying to be a "good citizen". I picked Hooters last time because it was convenient to the hotel I was staying at, and I KNEW they were gun friendly from past trips. I travel to the Springs at least 6 times a year, and have been for years, so I don't care what/where, it's the people...
O2HeN2
Regular Member
I don't drink, period, but the Hooter's reference was the only reason I raised the question -- not knowing if you'd be here unarmed and wanting to drink 
Some people seem to have to drink, I don't understand it, but you being the guest and all, I was willing to accommodate if necessary. Good to know that's not a requirement!
I'm in violent agreement with both of you about not drinking while armed.
O2
Some people seem to have to drink, I don't understand it, but you being the guest and all, I was willing to accommodate if necessary. Good to know that's not a requirement!I'm in violent agreement with both of you about not drinking while armed.
O2
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JamesB
Regular Member
Lord knows that I spent a great deal of time in the past carrying a firearm while unable to legally operate a motor vehicle because of alcohol. I will also clarify that it has been many years since I was that "clouded." I agree it's bad form to put these two things together.
But, just to clarify, it is NOT illegal to carry and consume. Posession of a firearm "while intoxicated" is a crime, but "intoxicated" does not mean "Thou shalt not consume any at all whatsoever."
Again, I agree with you all, just wanted to clarify what the law actually is.
But for those of us who shy away from consuming in general for whatever reason, it makes a good excuse without getting into morality/recovery lines of question. To my gun friendly friends, it's an easy way to decline a beer to say, "No, thanks, I'm carrying. I'll take an iced tea, though.
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JamesB
Regular Member
I thought this one needed resurrected. Red gonna be here in two weeks and we aint got nobody to welcome him??
I went down there last time to the Hooter meet up, but from west Denver it's a little bit of a hike to get down there, even on the bike.
So, anyone? Anyone? Bueller?
M-Taliesin
Regular Member
Howdy Pardner!
Well, Red told us he'd be around say.... the 27th of this month, into the 2nd of the next.
He also indicated he'd be in North Colorado Springs. Risking a great deal of "incoming", the temptation to suggest Golden Corral exists! But that's an entirely differen thread.
What we need is our good buddy Since9, who is positioned to set this up because he's already in Colorado Springs.
Failing that, I'd be happy to arrange something, which ought to be pretty easy as Famous Dave's has accomodated us in the past and likely to be welcoming going forward.
I haven't seen anything additional from Red for awhile, and would be nice to have his input here on his plans and what sort of meet-up he'd enjoy.
We really ought to commence a new thread once we get a couple of things sorted out.
Blessings,
M-Taliesin
O2HeN2
Regular Member
If you'd like to try out some of our local restaurants, here are some suggestions:
Bird Dog BBQ
Mollica's Italian Deli
Il Vicino (downtown)
A step up:
Salsa Brava
Amanda's Fonda (Manitou Springs)
Except where noted, everything is in Northern Colorado Springs.
O2
Bird Dog BBQ
Mollica's Italian Deli
Il Vicino (downtown)
A step up:
Salsa Brava
Amanda's Fonda (Manitou Springs)
Except where noted, everything is in Northern Colorado Springs.
O2
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Red Dawg
Regular Member
I'm still a more than willing participant. I've had lots of 'Q from bird dogs. Good place.
I'm at the Marriott up on the hill off 25, by the Rodeo Museum. I'm reasonably familiar with the Springs, and if I get a name and address, I can google and find my way most anywhere.
I get into town afternoon of 27th, and fly out Thursday night now...Gotta head to Denver and catch the red eye. So any evening is good with me.
I'm at the Marriott up on the hill off 25, by the Rodeo Museum. I'm reasonably familiar with the Springs, and if I get a name and address, I can google and find my way most anywhere.
I get into town afternoon of 27th, and fly out Thursday night now...Gotta head to Denver and catch the red eye. So any evening is good with me.
M-Taliesin
Regular Member
Howdy Pard!
Ever tried Famous Dave's? It is terrific food and a real nice ambiance to their place as well.
I've never tried Bird Dog's, but did look at their website. Looks like it could be awkward if a bunch of us showed up. We'd spend half our time shoveing tables together LOL!!!
Okay, you C-Springs folks.... how about somebody check on the attitude of various places regarding entertaining a crowd of openly armed men and women? Has anybody checked Bird Dogs to see what their attitude is? I know Famous Dave's was totally accomodating to us when we visited last, right after helping Since9 move to a new apartment. Since I know already that they are accomodating of open carry, how about somebody volunteer to check Bird Dog's out?
Meanwhile, back at the BBQ pit, I am only able to go on Tuesday evening during that particular week. So maybe we could do it on a Tuesday?
Prolly doesn't work for the majority.
Let's see if we can get this thing happening.
Blessings,
M-Taliesin
Red Dawg
Regular Member
Well, let's do Tuesday night, and skip Bird Dogs. It is a small place, but we also don't know who is wanting to come. We also have some time. If we get a headcount, we can decide from there. I look forward to meeting and talking to ya'll more than worrying about what we eat. Food is the bonus.
since9
Campaign Veteran
Tuesday It Is! Feb 28. Location TBD
Tuesday works for me, as well.
If you like barbecue, Famous Dave's is good barbecue.
Lot's of options, though. Go to Google Maps and copy and paste this: restaurants loc: Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Tuesday works for me, as well.
If you like barbecue, Famous Dave's is good barbecue.
Lot's of options, though. Go to Google Maps and copy and paste this: restaurants loc: Colorado Springs, CO 80919
M-Taliesin
Regular Member
Howdy Folks!
Okay, so I will create a new thread to promote a meet and greet at Famous Dave's on Tuesday, the 28th.
Too bad it is less than a week from today, but I was hoping somebody would organize the thing who is already down in the Springs.
That's okay, I can do the honors, I just didn't want to step on anybody's toes who might want to take the lead on this thing.
So, I'm off to create a new thread to promote this event.
I figure to give it a title like Colorado Springs Meet and Greet!
Look for it, and let's RSVP there on that new thread.
Thanks folks!
M-Taliesin
Okay, so I will create a new thread to promote a meet and greet at Famous Dave's on Tuesday, the 28th.
Too bad it is less than a week from today, but I was hoping somebody would organize the thing who is already down in the Springs.
That's okay, I can do the honors, I just didn't want to step on anybody's toes who might want to take the lead on this thing.
So, I'm off to create a new thread to promote this event.
I figure to give it a title like Colorado Springs Meet and Greet!
Look for it, and let's RSVP there on that new thread.
Thanks folks!
M-Taliesin