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| 10/18/2007 2:10 PM |
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See my post just below.
www.rat-terrier.com/Home/tabid/37/forumid/9/postid/96796/view/topic/Default.aspx
I updated the post there. This April 25-26 event will be in Sweetwater, TN this year rather than Cleveland. It's an even prettier little town than Cleveland! We considered retiring there very seriously. It's nestled right in the southern end of the Smokies. Lots of good camping and events around there year round. When I updated the post below it didn't bump up to the top of the topics where you guys would see it!  |
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Peggy
Mom to Button & Zipper
My sweet RatTexans
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Katie'sMom
Terrier Terror
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| 10/18/2007 2:17 PM |
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| When is it in April? I would love to attend! |
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Check out Katie Scarlett and Company, KS's new site (includes magazine):
Katie Scarlett and Company
And email her at:
katiescarlettorattie@gmail.com
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BonitaKaz
Bratty Ratty
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| 10/18/2007 2:39 PM |
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| I could make it to TN... |
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buttonbutt
Firehouse Big Dog
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| 10/18/2007 6:43 PM |
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I edited the above post with the link to the details. I'm working real hard on Lance to go this year. He's not real into the doggie stuff like I am. The folks in this SouthEast-Ratterriers Yahoo Group are really nice people. It's a small group of around 75 members and I think you folks would really enjoy meeting them. The dogs have a blast, they tell me. And we just had a gal from Pensacola join who's rescue rattie is big-time into flyball. She's gonna put on a flyball demonstration at the event this year.
In case I haven't mentioned, you don't have to be a member of the Yahoo group to attend. It's open to anyone interested in ratties and rattie rescue. |
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Peggy
Mom to Button & Zipper
My sweet RatTexans
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Katie'sMom
Terrier Terror
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| 10/20/2007 9:50 AM |
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Sweetwater Tennessee would be doable for me! I'm going to see what I can work out! |
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Check out Katie Scarlett and Company, KS's new site (includes magazine):
Katie Scarlett and Company
And email her at:
katiescarlettorattie@gmail.com
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Spanky's Mom
Terrier Terror
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| 01/11/2008 2:36 PM |
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| I just found this post. The Jamboree sounds like great fun!! I am in Alabama so TN wouldn't be far at all. |
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When you own a Rattie....you KNOW you are in your right mind 
THE MEANING OF RESCUE
Now that I'm home, bathed, settled and fed,
All nicely tucked in my warm new bed.
I'd like to open my baggage
Lest I forget,
There is so much to carry -
So much to regret.
Hmm... Yes there it is, right on the top
Let's unpack Loneliness, Heartache and Loss,
And there by my leash hides Fear and Shame.
As I look on these things I tried so hard to leave -
I still have to unpack my baggage called Pain.
I loved them, the others, the ones who left me,
But I wasn't good enough - for they didn't want me.
Will you add to my baggage?
Will you help me unpack?
Or will you just look at my things -
And take me right back?
Do you have the time to help me unpack?
To put away my baggage,
To never repack?
I pray that you do - I'm so tired you see,
But I do come with baggage -
Will you still want me?
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tauney4
Pack Leader
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| 01/11/2008 4:06 PM |
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| to far for me to go i wouldnt know how to get there i would be lost! for all that are going have fun and take lots of pictures! |
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NIckle's Mom
Ratastic
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| 01/11/2008 4:09 PM |
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| So will there be camping spots available right at that same KOA? |
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Patricia---Nickle and Dime's Mommy
"Minds are like parachutes - they only function when open" |
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Ski
Ratastic
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| 01/11/2008 4:22 PM |
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Posted By NIckle's Mom on 01/11/2008 4:09 PM
So will there be camping spots available right at that same KOA?
I would think so but you should probably call ahead or make reservations online.
http://www.koa.com/where/tn/42153/
That's the same weekend as the annual meetup at Nora's I think. They're only about 3 hours apart. |
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"Wiff"
Ratterific
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| 01/11/2008 4:59 PM |
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Sounds like fun!!! Wish I could make it! Take lots of pics of all the fun. |
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Don't go into debt trying to keep up with people who already are!! |
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buttonbutt
Firehouse Big Dog
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| 01/11/2008 10:03 PM |
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Posted By NIckle's Mom on 01/11/2008 4:09 PM
So will there be camping spots available right at that same KOA?
I'm not sure as this site is new, so I'll ask the coordinator for you tomorrow and post back what she says. I think there was camping near last years site but just not sure about this one. Thanks for posting the KOA link, Ski. That'll help members who are comtemplating attending.
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Peggy
Mom to Button & Zipper
My sweet RatTexans
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buttonbutt
Firehouse Big Dog
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| 01/11/2008 10:06 PM |
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OMG I just briefly checked out the website.............www.ratterrierjamboree.com
and they have now posted the current year info. Looks like it's right by a KOA so I would imagine you just make reservations if you want to take advantage of the KOA. Last year, when it was in Athens instead of Sweetwater, many stayed in a motel that offered discounted rates to attendees. The coordinator hasn't mentioned having any such discount rooms for this year but she's good about updating the website as soon as she has one offering any discounts on rooms. Keep checking back on the jamboree website at the link above. |
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Peggy
Mom to Button & Zipper
My sweet RatTexans
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buttonbutt
Firehouse Big Dog
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| 01/30/2008 8:37 PM |
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Special Rates have been obtained at 2 motels for this event:
The Magnuson (formerly Best Western, 1421 Murraays Chapel Rd, Sweetwater, TN, (423) 337-3541. $62 + tax for 1 or 2 adults. One time $15 pet fee covers up to 4 dogs for total number of nights you stay. Addl. adults $8 per night. Can get 2 double or 1 king bed. Continental breakfast, wireless internet. Closest to Jamaboree site.
Comfort Inn (soon to be an Econolodge), 731 S. Main St., Sweetwater, TN, (423) 337-6646. $45 + tax for a double bed room. $49.95 +tax for king bed room. Dog fee of $5 per dog, per night. Continental Breakfast and wireless internet. FYI: Duck pond with ducks on premises may bother your dogs. Former guests reported duck poop everywhere gets tracked into rooms and your car. Dogs like to eat duck poop just as much as cat poop! FYI, there is another Comfort Inn in Sweetwater near the interstate with rates comparable to The Magnuson, but their pet fee is $10 per dog, per night!
For Campers: The KOA where the jamboree is taking place is offering a 10% discount to jamboree attendees.
This info will also soon be posted on the www.ratterrierjamboree.com website.
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Peggy
Mom to Button & Zipper
My sweet RatTexans
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Bama's Mom 1
Terrier Terror
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| 02/11/2008 1:06 PM |
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Darn, darn, darn! It's the same weekend as the district Junior Civitan convention.  Oh well--a weekend with teens will probably be very similar to a weekend with ratties.  |
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Trina, mom to Ali & Bama
" ... work can wait another 30 minutes. There are more important things to do. Like throwing sticks."
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alice4512
Bratty Ratty
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| 02/11/2008 1:22 PM |
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I'm in Cleveland  , change it back  |
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The great pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too
~Mom to my good boy Fred and my crazy girl Alice~ |
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Ski
Ratastic
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| 02/11/2008 2:05 PM |
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Posted By alice4512 on 02/11/2008 1:22 PM
I'm in Cleveland , change it back
It was in Cleveland, Tennessee.
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winnihoohoo
Bratty Ratty
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| 02/12/2008 10:41 AM |
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Ok...my husband said, if I plan the trip and pay for it, he will go with me and my 4 ratties...It is 634.45 miles, 9 hrs, and 42 min...We have camping stuff...I wonder if we can camp at the campground? I dunno, a nice hot bubble bath at night would be nice. HhMMM...Have think about this one. |
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alice4512
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| 02/12/2008 10:42 AM |
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Posted By Ski on 02/11/2008 2:05 PM
Posted By alice4512 on 02/11/2008 1:22 PM
I'm in Cleveland , change it back
It was in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Oh, my bad.
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The great pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too
~Mom to my good boy Fred and my crazy girl Alice~ |
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maggiew607
Terrier Terror
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| 02/12/2008 10:44 AM |
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Donna.
I think that there is camping at the campground as well as hotels nearby that aren't too expensive. We would love you to come, CoCo would love to meet brother Remy as well. We hope you get to come. |
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**Maggie, Mom to CoCo and Angus**
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winnihoohoo
Bratty Ratty
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| 02/12/2008 10:48 AM |
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I imagine they would sleep most of the way..Just would have to make sure Miss Brielle did not have anything in her belly to get carsick starting out....Boy, this is kinda whew...I dunno. Maybe. I gotta start doing stuff again, besides work and home.
Posted By maggiew607 on 02/12/2008 10:44 AM
Donna.
I think that there is camping at the campground as well as hotels nearby that aren't too expensive. We would love you to come, CoCo would love to meet brother Remy as well. We hope you get to come.
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Spanky's Mom
Terrier Terror
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| 02/12/2008 11:00 AM |
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Posted By winnihoohoo on 02/12/2008 10:41 AM
Ok...my husband said, if I plan the trip and pay for it, he will go with me and my 4 ratties...It is 634.45 miles, 9 hrs, and 42 min...We have camping stuff...I wonder if we can camp at the campground? I dunno, a nice hot bubble bath at night would be nice. HhMMM...Have think about this one.
Here ya go Donna..hope this helps
http://www.koa.com/where/TN/42153/index.htm |
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When you own a Rattie....you KNOW you are in your right mind
THE MEANING OF RESCUE
Now that I'm home, bathed, settled and fed,
All nicely tucked in my warm new bed.
I'd like to open my baggage
Lest I forget,
There is so much to carry -
So much to regret.
Hmm... Yes there it is, right on the top
Let's unpack Loneliness, Heartache and Loss,
And there by my leash hides Fear and Shame.
As I look on these things I tried so hard to leave -
I still have to unpack my baggage called Pain.
I loved them, the others, the ones who left me,
But I wasn't good enough - for they didn't want me.
Will you add to my baggage?
Will you help me unpack?
Or will you just look at my things -
And take me right back?
Do you have the time to help me unpack?
To put away my baggage,
To never repack?
I pray that you do - I'm so tired you see,
But I do come with baggage -
Will you still want me?
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buttonbutt
Firehouse Big Dog
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| 02/12/2008 11:06 PM |
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I hope you can come, Donna. Would love to meet you and your fur babies. |
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Peggy
Mom to Button & Zipper
My sweet RatTexans
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kp_in_scott
Bratty Ratty
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| 02/13/2008 5:53 AM |
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| Donna this is great! I also looked into staying at the camp in the cabins.(at least you'd have a hot water shower). When hubby decided he was gonna go with, we chose the DaysInn Sweetwater, just 2 miles down the road. |
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Kim, owned by one sweet Rattie mix and one sweet Toy Rattie and a house full of parrots |
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winnihoohoo
Bratty Ratty
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| 02/13/2008 9:19 PM |
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Ok, I put in a reservation for the 25-27th of April, at the KOA Camp for a Cabin....We will leave Thursday night, get there Friday morn, check in at noon, I guess...Now I just have to get te time off approved at work...It should be far enough in advance.. |
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tauney4
Pack Leader
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| 02/13/2008 9:23 PM |
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| to far for me as i said take lots of pics and have fun eveyone!!!!!! |
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Spanky's Mom
Terrier Terror
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| 02/13/2008 9:27 PM |
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Posted By winnihoohoo on 02/13/2008 9:19 PM
Ok, I put in a reservation for the 25-27th of April, at the KOA Camp for a Cabin....We will leave Thursday night, get there Friday morn, check in at noon, I guess...Now I just have to get te time off approved at work...It should be far enough in advance..
What are the cabins running price wise??
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When you own a Rattie....you KNOW you are in your right mind
THE MEANING OF RESCUE
Now that I'm home, bathed, settled and fed,
All nicely tucked in my warm new bed.
I'd like to open my baggage
Lest I forget,
There is so much to carry -
So much to regret.
Hmm... Yes there it is, right on the top
Let's unpack Loneliness, Heartache and Loss,
And there by my leash hides Fear and Shame.
As I look on these things I tried so hard to leave -
I still have to unpack my baggage called Pain.
I loved them, the others, the ones who left me,
But I wasn't good enough - for they didn't want me.
Will you add to my baggage?
Will you help me unpack?
Or will you just look at my things -
And take me right back?
Do you have the time to help me unpack?
To put away my baggage,
To never repack?
I pray that you do - I'm so tired you see,
But I do come with baggage -
Will you still want me?
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winnihoohoo
Bratty Ratty
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| 02/13/2008 9:28 PM |
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It is a 9 and a half hr drive for me. 650 MILES...
Posted By tauney4 on 02/13/2008 9:23 PM
to far for me as i said take lots of pics and have fun eveyone!!!!!!
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winnihoohoo
Bratty Ratty
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| 02/13/2008 9:30 PM |
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45.78 INCLUDING TAX. You only have to reserve with one night's price for the deposit.
Posted By Spanky's Mom on 02/13/2008 9:27 PM
Posted By winnihoohoo on 02/13/2008 9:19 PM
Ok, I put in a reservation for the 25-27th of April, at the KOA Camp for a Cabin....We will leave Thursday night, get there Friday morn, check in at noon, I guess...Now I just have to get te time off approved at work...It should be far enough in advance..
What are the cabins running price wise??
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Paul
Feisty
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winnihoohoo
Bratty Ratty
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| 02/13/2008 9:37 PM |
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Are you going too Paul?
Posted By Paul on 02/13/2008 9:34 PM
OH COOL, Donna!  This is getting very exciting already!
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