davep
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Post by davep on Oct 20, 2010 19:08:52 GMT -5
What are people thoughts for meals.
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Post by andy on Oct 20, 2010 23:29:36 GMT -5
I'm guessing the mess hall is out of the question?
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Post by mexbob on Oct 21, 2010 3:39:29 GMT -5
I will bring a single burner stove for those who don't want to budget 4-5 bucks at the chow hall. I never ate better than last time. I vote for at least 2 meals there!
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Post by victorc on Oct 21, 2010 10:50:16 GMT -5
If Chow hall is still accessible by jeeps, some may what to that, however there are some who just might stick around camp to cook their own.
In this case they would be our "Charge of Quarters" for fire & equipment (rifles) watch. A poll survey would give us an idea "if what-not" to bring.
I would suggest though to bring your own favorite hot beverage or soups for the cold nights. And oh somebody bring a cake, brownies or nutbreads. It helps to stay warm and does not require cooking!. Digestion of food enhances body heat! ;D
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Post by davep on Oct 21, 2010 12:03:05 GMT -5
I think the logistics of hauling 15+ guys to the Mess Hall, plus the long drive there and back, makes it not worth it. Also you're breaking up the period atmosphere of staying in the camp by going out driving.
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Post by kanowarrior on Oct 22, 2010 12:59:21 GMT -5
I have two 2 burner propane stoves and would suggest we cook in camp. Mess hall is an option but as Dave pointed out its a long drive from camp to the Mess hall and a very cold one in the jeeps. It would be great to invite the 101st to eat with us.
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Post by victorc on Oct 22, 2010 14:06:44 GMT -5
Tim
If you're bringing a stove, would it work for some of us to bring extra tank of propane offset expenses? Thinking those things will be going quite abit fixing meals and hot beverages/soups most of the 2 nights to stay warm.
If so let us know what type to get. Also where do I go to find those brickettes for the heater your are talking about? (Lowes, Home depot, Ace hardware..?)
Thanks
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Post by davep on Oct 22, 2010 14:32:59 GMT -5
There BBQ Briquets  |
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Post by kanowarrior on Oct 22, 2010 19:50:43 GMT -5
The proper propane to get is the standard Coleman green disposible tanks you can buy in any grocery store, outdoor/sporting goods, or hardware ware store.
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Post by kanowarrior on Oct 22, 2010 19:59:55 GMT -5
Ok, I think we have meals covered now. Jeff Finney has volunteered to cook if he can make it, we still need volunteers for KP. We will be charging to offset costs, but it will marginal, $3 per person and you get three meals for the weekend as long as the food lasts. If your not on time, you miss out, that's the Army way. ;D
Dinner Friday night.
Chili, vegetables and mashed potatoes
Breakfast Saturday morning
Scrambled eggs with corn beef hash
Lunch Saturday
In the field, bring your own rations.
Dinner Saturday night
Shedded Pork SOS on mashed Potatoes with vegetables and baked beans.
There may be some small changes and/or additions in the menu, bring your own drink and your MESS KITS with utensils. Eating out of your cupped hands will probably not be really practical. If you don't feel like paying, you MIGHT get leftovers, but you take your chances. Those helping will get preference. Hot water should be available for those who want it to make tea, coffee, hot chocolate or whatever, but you have to provide you own fixin's.
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Post by kanowarrior on Nov 3, 2010 13:57:40 GMT -5
Ok, I just got our unit cleared for a campfire. I also have a cooking tripod I can post over the fire but we need everyone to bring firewood in as I have been told the wood out there on site won't burn.
For those who are planning meals outside of our mess or need to cook this is a good alternative for them.
We are sharing our campsite with the 101st and should be sharing the campfire with anyone who would like to use it. Our cooking will still be with stoves but otherwise if anyone wants we should have a good set up for them to cook their own food.
Please send the word out to bring firewood.
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Post by kanowarrior on Nov 3, 2010 14:04:01 GMT -5
Regarding the cost of our meals. Rather than charge everyone for food, We will just put a 'Donation' jar/helmet out and let it be first come, first serve with the 34th and the 101st. I should actually have penty of food for just about everyone. With the campfire we should have more than enough cooking options as well.
Anyone bringing extra water to contribute would also be good for soup and hot drinks. We can try to keep hot water available for everyone and for cleaning cookware.
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Post by firematt on Nov 3, 2010 16:17:19 GMT -5
Lt. I will bring up some wood. Matt from 101 Ok, I just got our unit cleared for a campfire. I also have a cooking tripod I can post over the fire but we need everyone to bring firewood in as I have been told the wood out there on site won't burn. For those who are planning meals outside of our mess or need to cook this is a good alternative for them. We are sharing our campsite with the 101st and should be sharing the campfire with anyone who would like to use it. Our cooking will still be with stoves but otherwise if anyone wants we should have a good set up for them to cook their own food. Please send the word out to bring firewood. |
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Post by m14msgt on Nov 3, 2010 22:29:22 GMT -5
How bout coffee? Will there be a means to brew some? I have one of those old, blue cowboy camping perculator pots. Not period correct...but will brew real coffee.
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Post by kanowarrior on Nov 4, 2010 14:11:26 GMT -5
I don't have a coffee pot, so one would be good for those who want coffee. We can cook it on the propane stove, or if you want to get rustic, we can put it over the campfire.
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