Author Topic: BRONACH IN THE WOODS (Read 6406 times)

mizz quoted · « **on:** Thursday 4 November 2010, 14:13 »

Okay it was "hinted" at on the Albannach Face book page- but this link popped up last night in my feed:

http://www.eohebrides.com/events/index.cfm?EventID=419

This should get you all excited for next summer

jamesie · « **Reply #1 on:** Thursday 4 November 2010, 21:27 »

As a big fan of BROTHER am really looking forward to this show, am also sure our hardcore PA fans will attend in good numbers and help make it a wicked time!

ALBANNACH...

macshorty · « **Reply #2 on:** Thursday 4 November 2010, 21:59 »

If I'm still in the country, I'm totally going to be there!!

nlworley · « **Reply #3 on:** Friday 5 November 2010, 17:45 »

I've been wanting to do a camping w the nach event for a while. This one might be the ticket

N

richmond · « **Reply #4 on:** Friday 5 November 2010, 19:27 »

Not sure if the band will camp again after their first GFM?

nlworley · « **Reply #5 on:** Sunday 7 November 2010, 22:34 »

Oh dear, I didn't mean to actually camp with the band

. I meant to go camping somewhere the band was playing. Sheesh - I really gotta watch how I say things, a girl could get misunderstood!

richmond · « **Reply #6 on:** Sunday 7 November 2010, 23:12 »

Seems like a prep for GFM.... or a neat replacement.

patdusa · « **Reply #7 on:** Monday 8 November 2010, 03:06 »

FYI..you really don't want to camp with the band

They are not really Happy Campers!

nlworley · « **Reply #8 on:** Monday 8 November 2010, 12:58 »

Yeah but more importantly - what do mean when you say you're a "gourdist goddess?"

richmond · « **Reply #9 on:** Monday 8 November 2010, 20:26 »

Quote from: nlworley on Monday 8 November 2010, 12:58

Yeah but more importantly - what do mean when you say you're a "gourdist goddess?"

Think more than one wants to know?

lil T · « **Reply #10 on:** Wednesday 10 November 2010, 02:58 »

This sounded awesome til I saw the date...no way I'll get time off for this and GFM...and GF is my first love. (this would have been perfect THIS year.....since I couldn't make it to GFM!)

Hope it goes down without a hitch!

HeilanWoman · « **Reply #11 on:** Wednesday 10 November 2010, 03:02 »

Quote from: richmond on Sunday 7 November 2010, 23:12

Seems like a prep for GFM.... or a neat replacement.

Yeah. I vote replacement.

I have been traumatized beyond repair by GFM.

Anyone know the campground details for this one, like are there actual bathrooms & showers? This chick don't live well in the dirt.

Will there be fireworks??

lil T · « **Reply #12 on:** Wednesday 10 November 2010, 03:08 »

I vote "alternative".

Nothing replaces GFM.

Gottago · « **Reply #13 on:** Wednesday 10 November 2010, 14:29 »

Okay, this is scaring me.... GFM is not listed on the tour dates. It's all planned for my summer fix.....

I'm starting to get the jitters here.... please someone, tell me I miss-saw!

sas · « **Reply #14 on:** Wednesday 10 November 2010, 16:47 »

Let me preface by being clear that I know nothing so I can't reassure you.

I have heard via facebook that they have a new booking agent. You may see different events in their calendar.

Also, historically some events have taken longer to make it to the calendar than others, so don't give up hope. Could be that GMF doesn't confirm their calendar until later.

richmond · « **Reply #15 on:** Wednesday 10 November 2010, 17:14 »

I have lost track... GFM used to have some rule which limited the numbers of years in a row a band could play. Albannach kinda got thru a loop hole by being a new band.

But this is just speculation... soon the answer will be know.

HeilanWoman · « **Reply #16 on:** Thursday 11 November 2010, 03:25 »

Although I really have decided I have gone to my last GFMG (just personal preference and I'm a camping and weather weenie, that's why), I still can't fathom them not being there. But maybe Liz is right.

I suspect all will be revealed in due time!

lil T · « **Reply #17 on:** Thursday 11 November 2010, 04:55 »

That'll be sad if they don't make it...but I started going to GFM with my dad for the family history aspect (the band as it was then was a surprise and just the beginning of my addiction,

).

Most likely, if I can afford it...I'll still head to GFM regardless. Hopefully some of my favorite misfits (and mebbe some new ones too) will be there also. I can't plan a thing this early...winter is a bad time for cash flow.

However....DragonCon is the only commitment I'm making for next year this early...it saves me a ton of money.

Deb...I'll miss you if I make it...and I'm sorry I missed your last hurrah...hehe. I still don't feel like I wasn't there. Its weird.

I just hope to God I can actually manage more than ONE dang gig in 2011. Sheesh. Timing was WAY off this year.

sas · « **Reply #18 on:** Friday 12 November 2010, 14:28 »

From http://www.gmhg.org/

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The 56th Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games will be held July 7-10, 2011 at MacRae Meadows on Grandfather Mountain near Linville, NC.

No Golf Tournament, Friday Ceilidh, Saturday Ceilidh, Piping Concert, or Alex Beaton Concert This Year.

Gottago · « **Reply #19 on:** Friday 12 November 2010, 16:14 »

I believe they had that posted for this summer also.

I know that the Gatlinburg TN Games have been moved down to Maryville TN in April, but I believe last I saw they were going to be there.

Still, though GFM was fun for everything, it just wouldn't bee the same.... *sniff*

Valkyrie73 · « **Reply #20 on:** Friday 12 November 2010, 20:56 »

I live in the area so GFM I'll do regardless, but will NOT be the same if Albannach is not playing at their rock this year! They will still be in W NC 18-19 of June at Black Mtn for those of you Mtn folks/willing travelers

Would love to have confirmation on more dates though bc trying to plan trip hm to Cananda and hmland to Scotland next year too!

lil T · « **Reply #21 on:** Saturday 13 November 2010, 02:33 »

Wow....GF feeling the pinch eh? Those are all the off-site shows, yes?

Jen · « **Reply #22 on:** Saturday 13 November 2010, 04:52 »

Yeah, I am pretty sure those are the off site shows Nicole

Valkyrie73 · « **Reply #23 on:** Tuesday 16 November 2010, 01:06 »

Those events were usually held in Boone (i.e. Broyhill Center). If I remember correctly, the musicians on the mtn. played in what they called a celtic jam or celtic rock concert. I hope whomever said that GMHG was perhaps slow to confirm bookings was correct...

lil T · « **Reply #24 on:** Tuesday 16 November 2010, 02:09 »

During the day the music is largely in the groves....then at night we have the jam and concert. I've never been able or inclined to leave the mtn for the shows down in Boone...so I was just confirming my addled memory when I asked.

I guess not having those off site shows saves some money, but keeps the core of the games in the meadows, where most people are.

MacMutt · « **Reply #25 on:** Thursday 25 November 2010, 23:07 »

there were shows off the mtn at gfm?

Fiona · « **Reply #26 on:** Saturday 26 February 2011, 03:52 »

Hahahaha SJ! This looks exciting! I may end up going to this since 2009 was the last gig I made it to!

equipix · « **Reply #27 on:** Saturday 26 February 2011, 15:50 »

Sweet! Have camper and truck (and fridge for alcohol)...can't wait to go. Of course it could cost me a fortune with gas prices climbing...alas if they only made a truck that could tow AND get 30 MPG

Valkyrie73 · « **Reply #28 on:** Saturday 26 February 2011, 18:49 »

Ugh, just put "liquid gold" (diesel at $3.65/g) in the F250! Thinking the "mumvan" isn't so bad afterall

Fiona · « **Reply #29 on:** Saturday 26 February 2011, 18:54 »

It's times like this when I'm glad that my Civic gets 30 some mpg! 3.65 for diesel??

that's crazy!

natwilaniwartri · « **Reply #30 on:** Saturday 26 February 2011, 20:05 »

if ya all get a horse and cart u save money

Fiona · « **Reply #31 on:** Saturday 26 February 2011, 22:12 »

Very true Thomas! It was good to talk to you the other day!

natwilaniwartri · « **Reply #32 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 00:22 »

Quote from: Fiona on Saturday 26 February 2011, 22:12

Very true Thomas! It was good to talk to you the other day!

your welcome any time to talk

Fiona · « **Reply #33 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 00:23 »

Thanks Thomas!

equipix · « **Reply #34 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 04:27 »

I've got the horse and cart. I don't think she could make it that far, though

My civic gets 36 mpg, but I use the truck for towing the horses and camper. Really stinks, 6 - 8 mpg...no diesel for me, 454 Chevy all the way!

Fiona · « **Reply #35 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 04:34 »

Hahaha that would be a site to see...someone pulling in with a horse and cart! 6-8 mpg....I think I'll stick with a tent that I can toss in the back of my civic!!

Valkyrie73 · « **Reply #36 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 15:39 »

Quote from: equipix on Sunday 27 February 2011, 04:27

Really stinks, 6 - 8 mpg...no diesel for me, 454 Chevy all the way!

I know what you mean w the mileage, but the F250 4x4 has been a life saver here in the mtns this winter. Even though I work fm home and school was cancelled for most of Dec/Jan, cabin fever would have been an understatement if I couldn't get the boys and I down my hill (750ft up fm town). Besides it's got a lil' lift and it's fun to drive. Next year, though I am thinking of downsizing to 4w or allw cross over. The Escapes are not bad w the right additions and they are actually roomier than the Lexus version I drove. Hmm, maybe *next* winter will be mild, ROTFL

equipix · « **Reply #37 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 17:59 »

I like the Ford 250's, but I needed bigger so I ended up with a '99 3500 dually 4wd. Everyone I know who went with the Ford 350 & 450 diesels have had tremendous engine problems. I endurance ride and camp in the middle fields and have to have the towing power and the 4wd. When you start towing 15K lbs you gotta go bigger. They are a life saver in the snow though. I love my Honda too...it's my daily driver.

Anyway, all of us camping are going to have a blast! Fiona, you are welcome to hang out and have some beer

I know what tents are like...started out that way and slept many a night in the front seat of my truck

Fiona · « **Reply #38 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 19:40 »

Thanks! I'll probably be coming with Kim (Lyrica). I'll have to pass on beer, couple years underage, but thanks!

equipix · « **Reply #39 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 21:25 »

Awesome...hope to see you there...I'll make sure to have a supply of non-alcoholic beverages as well

Fiona · « **Reply #40 on:** Sunday 27 February 2011, 21:41 »

Same here! Thanks a bunch!

Fiona · « **Reply #41 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 00:59 »

NEW DETAILS! Incase you missed them on facebook: http://www.eohebrides.com/events/index.cfm?EventID=419

mizz quoted · « **Reply #42 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 01:25 »

Well peeps I suggest you camp otherwise you only can get in on Sunday (from the link):

"I'm not camping. Are there day only tickets?" Day only admission is available only for Sunday July 3rd at 10:00am.

Fiona · « **Reply #43 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 01:28 »

I wonder why they only sell single tickets for Sunday?

PaddyJJ · « **Reply #44 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 01:51 »

new show, kewl, not sure what i'm gonna be able to attend, still focused on payin off bills and gettin better paying job but thats no surprise to anyone, your always lookin for something better.

Karen · « **Reply #45 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 13:18 »

Quote from: Fiona on Tuesday 1 March 2011, 00:59

NEW DETAILS! Incase you missed them on facebook: http://www.eohebrides.com/events/index.cfm?EventID=419

thanks fiona! this sounds very exciting!

Valkyrie73 · « **Reply #46 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 13:53 »

Hmmm, campfires, dancing, drinkin' and no showers for 3 days

Might consider adding a stronger scent to the Boo Boo Butter, just saying

sas · « **Reply #47 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 17:59 »

Don't you worry. I suspect they are already hard at work in the Albannach Labs* trying to formulate an Albannach Body Wash and Moist Towelettes.

* Can you just imagine them all with lab coats, beakers and Bunsen burners? Well? Can't you??! <-- Insert manacle Mad Scientist Cackle here.

Fraoch · « **Reply #48 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 18:29 »

Quote

I suspect they are already hard at work in the Albannach Labs* trying to formulate an Albannach Body Wash and Moist Towelettes.

Biodegradeable, naturally.

Fiona · « **Reply #49 on:** Tuesday 1 March 2011, 21:12 »

Quote from: Karen on Tuesday 1 March 2011, 13:18

thanks fiona! this sounds very exciting!

No problem Karen! Lots and lots of smell goods will be in order! lol I called to ask about bathrooms I just had a lengthy (but pleasant) conversation with Bill at EOH and he said that there will be port-a-john's and that they will be blue.

He said they may even clean them!

equipix · « **Reply #50 on:** Wednesday 2 March 2011, 04:53 »

I've got a shower & it ain't one of those hang from the camper kind

Barbara :-) · « **Reply #51 on:** Wednesday 2 March 2011, 22:44 »

Well, I won't be coming to this event. Thank you for posting the link to the updated info!

Fiona · « **Reply #52 on:** Thursday 3 March 2011, 00:45 »

Sorry you won't be coming!

Barbara :-) · « **Reply #53 on:** Thursday 3 March 2011, 01:37 »

I thought about coming for Saturday but not camping; if the only way to attend on Saturday is to camp, that leaves me out.

Fiona · « **Reply #54 on:** Monday 7 March 2011, 21:05 »

That sucks that Sunday is the only single ticket day. No idea why.

Valkyrie73 · « **Reply #55 on:** Monday 7 March 2011, 21:14 »

?? Maybe the area would make it hard to patrol for those who did/didn't pay for both days?

Fiona · « **Reply #56 on:** Monday 7 March 2011, 22:28 »

That could be possible, especially if they don't do wristbands or something.

jamesie · « **Reply #57 on:** Tuesday 8 March 2011, 07:50 »

Am not to sure about the logistics of this, seems there is some confusion over tickets and what day you can come and what day you cant....with regards to camping....have you tried calling the EOH office...just my thoughts, would sure like to see you all there( means you Barbara)

J,

mizz quoted · « **Reply #58 on:** Tuesday 8 March 2011, 19:30 »

Quote from: jamesie on Tuesday 8 March 2011, 07:50

Am not to sure about the logistics of this, seems there is some confusion over tickets and what day you can come and what day you cant....with regards to camping....have you tried calling the EOH office...just my thoughts, would sure like to see you all there( means you Barbara)

J,

http://www.eohebrides.com/events/index.cfm?EventID=419

(from the link):

"I'm not camping. Are there day only tickets?" Day only admission is available only for Sunday July 3rd at 10:00am.

Jamsie - maybe you being YOU - might have a better time of changing the Sunday only entry?

Just a thought anyway

Fiona · « **Reply #59 on:** Tuesday 8 March 2011, 23:06 »

I second Jamesie, Barbara!

Barbara :-) · « **Reply #60 on:** Friday 18 March 2011, 01:07 »

Aw, thanks Jamesie! I wanna see y'all also ... certainly missed seeing everyone at MidWinter.
(PS, Wild Bill missed you guys too ... ya should have come visited!)

I'll see about calling Bill or Karen Reid and if I find out any info, I'll share it, though I probably won't call for
a few weeks, so be patient!

Blessedblend · « **Reply #61 on:** Friday 18 March 2011, 22:31 »

Definitly going to make it to this one. Although the thought of dancing, camping, and drinking without showers is ugh. lots of deoderant and shower wipes. But its worth the fun. Cant wait!

tenorchick · « **Reply #62 on:** Thursday 21 April 2011, 03:38 »

All I can see is Donnie or Aya running around acting like Beaker!!!!

Quote from: sas on Tuesday 1 March 2011, 17:59

Don't you worry. I suspect they are already hard at work in the Albannach Labs* trying to formulate an Albannach Body Wash and Moist Towelettes.
* Can you just imagine them all with lab coats, beakers and Bunsen burners? Well? Can't you??! <-- Insert manacle Mad Scientist Cackle here.

OH-and I'm SERIOUSLY looking into going to this one!!!

It's the weekend before I leave for Switzerland for 2 weeks w/my pipeband but REALLY thinking about it-especially being that Marc got to go to GFM last year.

Barbara :-) · « **Reply #63 on:** Monday 16 May 2011, 22:43 »

Update: I won't be attending this event, even for the one day ... have fun folks!

Karen · « **Reply #64 on:** Friday 17 June 2011, 02:59 »

Anyone else receive their BRONACH wristbands in the mail today???

gin_mama · « **Reply #65 on:** Friday 17 June 2011, 22:46 »

Yep, got my writsband and I am wondering how that thing is gonna hold up all weekend long

But I got an email saying that there are "special" wristbands that are "keepable" so I assume we will turn these in for better ones. Getting all my camping gear ready already,

Fraoch · « **Reply #66 on:** Saturday 18 June 2011, 00:43 »

Got mine yesterday! I need to get my car cleaned out, my camping gear organized, and start planning food and drink.

Only two weeks away - CAN'T WAIT!!!

equipix · « **Reply #67 on:** Monday 20 June 2011, 04:48 »

Mine are on their way!

Anyone planning on utilizing the open stage? Can't wait to see who's got talent

Karen · « **Reply #68 on:** Thursday 23 June 2011, 17:34 »

i haven't received my email with details yet. do you think you could share it???

Quote from: gin_mama on Friday 17 June 2011, 22:46

Yep, got my writsband and I am wondering how that thing is gonna hold up all weekend long But I got an email saying that there are "special" wristbands that are "keepable" so I assume we will turn these in for better ones. Getting all my camping gear ready already,

natwilaniwartri · « **Reply #69 on:** Friday 24 June 2011, 03:32 »

am looking forward to this before i have to head back to scotland

gin_mama · « **Reply #70 on:** Friday 24 June 2011, 04:33 »

I haven't gotten any updates, Karen. I thought some details were going out this week but the only update seems to be a schedule on the East of Hebrides page. http://www.eohebrides.com/events/index.cfm?EventID=451
Apparently there will be a booth or something at Celtic Fling this weekend so I'm going to look for that. I'll post what I find for those who aren't going both weekends.

tenorchick · « **Reply #71 on:** Friday 24 June 2011, 09:14 »

Well I was REALLY hoping to make this one but being that I leave for Switzerland on the 11th makes it kinda tough $$ wise. I'm already going to have everything packed for that and I'm not sure leaving the kids for 3 more days on top of 2 weeks would go over well

DEFINITELY next year!!!!!!!!!!!

Karen · « **Reply #72 on:** Friday 24 June 2011, 15:34 »

thanks gin_mama!!

gin_mama · « **Reply #73 on:** Tuesday 28 June 2011, 03:53 »

I got an e-mail tonight with info. Did everyone else get it who needed it? Bill says there will be some food for sale but we gotta bring our own beer- no problem there, I'm sure

There will be a hose for water but not necessarily for drinking so bring plenty to keep hydrated. There are fire rings at each campsite and we can bring in wood. And there is a 24 hour Walmart close by in case, as Bill says, the bears eat your tent, you can run buy a new one

I can forward the e-mail if anyone needs it.

Karen · « **Reply #74 on:** Tuesday 28 June 2011, 18:26 »

i got it! phew!! that bill is quite the silly one

sooo excited!! and was i correct in reading that there will be ice for sale on site??? because that would be super!

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