Annual VikeFans Tailgate and get together?

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@JimmyinSD said:
So.... the weather forcast for sunday is 80% chance of rain.   any suggestions for waterproofing this event?

Sounds like isolated showers in the morning, with the 80% chance coming more in the afternoon. But, hey, a little rain never hurt anyone (apologies to Houston). 

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W@Mike Olson said:
I have my 10'x10' canopy it doesn't have sides however. If we had more than one of those we would be "covered"

I have one as well so we should be able to make it work as long as the winds are light.

We might have to keep a smaller footprint in terms of how we set everything up so it can be covered quickly if a shower pops up.

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Wish I could be joining ya all, but I probably wont be this year...I am going to swap my Bucs tix for another game to help a friend out who's kid is coming into town. 

Have a great time, looks like the chance of rain Sunday is trending down...

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Can we get a recap on this, instead of going thru 4 pages to find out what's going on?  

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@Bezerker88 said:
Can we get a recap on this, instead of going thru 4 pages to find out what's going on?  

Pregame Tailgate in the Lot just north of the stadium.  Mike and I will likely be down there when it opens at 7AM to set up.   (hopefully same as last year, look for the "Vikefans" banner.)
There will be a TV in the lot for those that dont want to go into the game to watch it on.  

We are doing BBQ,  Brisket, Pork, Beans, Slaw and Moink appetizers.   Will have some sauces, plates, tableware, and papertowels.

If you want drinks you better bring them yourselves as we will have limited space.  ( however if somebody would like to attend but has no way to get their beverages of choice down there PM Mike or I and we will try and accommodate requests.)  

We dont have a set charge for attending (or eating )  we just have just relied on donations in the past and usually cover expenses... or at least come close.  (so donations are appreciated, this is not a for profit venture so if there is any extra it goes back to the site)

 We will likely continue for a while after the game,  but not all night or anything,  just maybe let the traffic clear out a bit.

AND LASTLY... A BIG THANK YOU TO NICHELLE AND HER FRIENDS (some will be joining us) ITS THEIR PARKING SPOTS AND TV THAT WE WILL BE USING...(no parking spots no tailgate)  THANKS AGAIN NICHELLE FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!!! (if you attend please be sure to thank them personally,  this is a pretty big deal considering how limited the tailgate options have become)

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@Mike Olson said:

@RS Express said:

@JimmyinSD said:

@RS Express
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Saturday (the 23rd) is possible, but until where and when is settled I couldn't call it a plan.  There would be two of us

Would you be joining us on sunday as well?

No.  Have tickets to the Bucs game and we park at the MOA and take the light rail up.  We're lucky to find the car again at MOA, let alone wander around a tailgating lot looking for you guys  :p  

We will be right across the street from the light rail stop. And we will have a big sign that says VikeFans.com

just a note,  if you are coming from the light rail or infront of the stadium,  you have to enter the lot off of Chicago Ave. (this is a by parking permit lot only so anybody that is new you will have to park elsewhere and walk in,  but the space is absolutely great for atmosphere)

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Can you wear those cool looking horn helmets inside the stadium?  I also have a big foam hammer, but not sure what is permitted.  I am heading out next Tuesday by car and only want to bring what is permitted since I am packing for a two week drive.

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@Buddah said:
Can you wear those cool looking horn helmets inside the stadium?  I also have a big foam hammer, but not sure what is permitted.  I am heading out next Tuesday by car and only want to bring what is permitted since I am packing for a two week drive.

you know that this gathering is this coming game this weekend, right Al?  

I see the plastic horned helmets in the stadium,  or are you talking about the real metal and horned helmets?

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Yes on both.  I'm coming for the Lions game.

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@Buddah said:
Yes on both.  I'm coming for the Lions game.

thats when I thought you were coming but I wanted to make sure that wires didnt get crossed.