The schedule is still being formulated. This is the schedule currently
under development for the 2010 year.
| Thursday, Apr 22, 2010 |
| Thursday |
Dining Hall |
Tabernacle |
Outdoors |
Registration |
Workshops |
| 3:00 PM |
Group Check-In. Do not arrive before 3:00 PM on
Thursday! |
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Unload kitchen
equipment/food
We will need
volunteers to help unload food and kitchen equipment from the
trailer. Some items will be going to the concession area in the rec hall.
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A/V Unload
Volunteers will be needed to unload A/V equipment from the trailer and
take it to the rec hall or the Amphitheatre
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| 4:00 PM |
A/V SetupSetup of lighting and PA equipment in the Rec Hall.
Volunteers will be needed as we set up lights, trusses, sound, and perform
audio checks of the sound system.
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Dining Hall
SetupVolunteers and Kitchen Staff will work with the
Head Chef to prepare the kitchen and dining hall area.
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Setup
Setup for registration, including configuring network connections for
payment and lining up the assembly line to get it done quickly and easily.
Volunteers welcome!
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| 5:00 PM |
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| 6:00 PM |
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| 7:00 PM |
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Campfire
BeginsThis is when we light the campfire that will burn
for the duration of Wild Nights (weather permitting). Please don't bring
your own firewood for environmental reasons.
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Open
Registration is open. All attendees must register as soon as possible
after arrival, including staff.
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Dinner:
Beef StewPrepared using his own special recipe,
Travis will be making his first meal: beef stew. Plenty for everyone!
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| 8:00 PM |
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| 9:00 PM |
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| 10:00 PM |
Open GamingBring your own games or play one of the games we have
provided. The dining hall will be open late as a spam to spread out,
socialize, and enjoy the games!
| Outdoor Movie
Relax and unwind with a movie, complete with popcorn.
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| 11:00 PM |
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| 12:00 AM |
Midnight HowlEach night, we'll have ourselves a good howl at the sky. Meet at the
Dining Hall at Midnight, and follow our staff member to a secluded location
where you can howl to your heart's content!
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| 1:00 AM |
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| 2:00 AM |
Quiet Hours Begin. Please keep quiet
outside. |
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| 3:00 AM |
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| Friday, Apr 23, 2010 |
| Friday |
Dining Hall |
Tabernacle |
Outdoors |
Registration |
Workshops |
| 9:00 AM |
Breakfast:
Biscuits/GravyBreakfast items and hot coffee for the early risers.
Coffee is free, breakfast items such as cereal will be available at a
minimal charge.
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Open
Registration is open. All attendees are required to register as soon as
possible, including staff.
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| 10:00 AM |
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| 11:00 AM |
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Opening
CeremoniesThe official opening of the event! Held at the
Tabernacle, with plenty of seating for all.
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| 12:00 PM |
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Lunch:
Potato Soup
Potato Soup and cheese sandwiches, prepared by our head chef and
included in registration.
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| 1:00 PM |
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Open
Registration is open. All attendees are required to register as soon
as possible after arrival, including staff.
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Beadworking
WorkshopLearn how to work with beads under the guidance
of our Crafting Coordinator, Khemet. Sign up in advance when you
pre-register or at the door. A large block of time is provided so people
can come and go as their schedule permits.
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Fursuit
Meet and GreetFor Fursuiters and Non-fursuiters who want to talk about what them got
them into suiting or has sparked their interest in this branch of the
fandom. Open, friendly discussion to meet others and share experiences.
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| 2:00 PM |
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| 3:00 PM |
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Crys the Hybrid
Gesture PanelGet rid of those boring poses! A
walk-through of basic flow with lines in your artwork.
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| 4:00 PM |
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Fursuit Trip
Into TownMeet up in the parking lot
outside the dining
hall for a trip to the nearby town of Wilburton for the Fursuit Parade!
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| 5:00 PM |
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Werewolf
Demonstration
Tobias Amaranth and others will give a demonstration of the rules and
how the game, "Are you a Werewolf" for those interested. To volunteer,
please talk to Tobias.
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| 6:00 PM |
Dinner:
Spaghetti
Spaghetti, prepared with tomato sauce and alfredo and parmesan as
toppings. Also, hot garlic bread with cheese and a side salad. Note that
dinner is open for a long time, so there's no need to line up!
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| 7:00 PM |
Variety Show
Skit
PlanningWant to be part of the variety show, but need some ideas
or help fleshing out what you want to do? This informal meeting will let
you meet up with others to share ideas and help find
participants. |
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Writers
Meet and Greet
Informal meet and greet for writers within the fandom to meet other
writers and talk about your stories and other works. Hosted by Warnndog.
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| 8:00 PM |
Open GamingBring your own games or play one of the games we have
provided. The dining hall will be open late as a spam to spread out,
socialize, and enjoy the games!
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Whose Paw Is
This, Anyway?
Furry Improvisational Comedy where the audience is encouraged to
participate and make the performers -- fursuiters and non -- do the
wackiest Improv skits possible. Fun for performers and attendees.
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| 9:00 PM |
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| 10:00 PM |
Corsi In
Concert
Everyone's favorite mouse, doing a collection of somewhat off-color
renditions of popular music. Adults only.
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| 11:00 PM |
Are
You a
Werewolf?
Fun party game for 6 to 30 people. In what was a peaceful village,
someone is murdered by werewolves every night. You must decide which of you
it is, and remove them. The game continues until all the werewolves are
caught -- or until all the villagers are gone. A fun social game of
intrigue and fantasy.
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Crys the Hybrid
Adult PanelNo minors! Q&A format. Ask what you
want and Crys will attempt to draw it, or provide advice!
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| Outdoor Movie
Relax and unwind with a movie, complete with popcorn.
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| 12:00 AM |
Midnight HowlEach night, we'll have ourselves a good howl at the sky. Meet at the
Dining Hall at Midnight, and follow our staff member to a secluded location
where you can howl to your heart's content!
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| 1:00 AM |
Open GamingBring your own games or play one of the games we have
provided. The dining hall will be open late as a spam to spread out,
socialize, and enjoy the games!
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| 2:00 AM |
Quiet Hours Begin. Please keep
quiet outside. |
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| 3:00 AM |
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| Saturday, Apr 24, 2010 |
| Saturday |
Dining Hall |
Tabernacle |
Outdoors |
Registration |
Workshops |
| 8:00 AM |
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| 9:00 AM |
Breakfast:
PancakesBreakfast items and hot coffee for the early risers.
Coffee is free, breakfast items such as cereal will be available at a
minimal charge.
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Open
Registration is open. All attendees must register as soon as possible
after arrival, including staff.
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Cave Hike
See the park's namesake. The hike up the trail and back down features
gorgeous scenary, with multiple trail options. We'll be taking the least
strenuous of the trails. However, this is still a somewhat strenuous hike,
so be prepared. The scenery is well-worth it.
Meet in front of the
dining hall.
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| 10:00 AM |
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| 11:00 AM |
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Crys the Hybrid
Fursuit PanelA basic panel on constructing
completely foam-based heads. Crys will build a foam base during this panel
and show how to go about it. We have an hour, she can build something.
Bring your own stuff if you want to build, along with your questions.
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| 12:00 PM |
Lunch:
Chili
Travis's famous chili, the winner of last year's cookoff, gets even
better this year! Free meal, included with registration. Includes
condiments, chips, crackers, and special salsas for extra fire if you want.
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Fursuit
Performance
Performing in fursuit is a lot more than just having a good suit.
It's about how to move and interact with others. Come join our panel of
fursuit performers for tips and advice.
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Bocci Ball
Two teams go head to head in this simple but addictive game. The first
member of your team tosses a ball, and the others try to get as close as
possible. Simple -- except the other team is also trying to get close,
while knocking your Bocci Balls out of the way. It's a game that
mixes both luck
and skill.
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Leatherworking
WorkshopLearn how to work with leather under the guidance
of our Crafting Coordinator, Khemet. Create your own bracelet or collar to
take with you. Sign up in advance when you
pre-register or at the door. A large block of time is provided so people
can come and go as their schedule permits.
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| 1:00 PM |
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Writing for
a
Con ThemeConbooks need stories. How do you create stories that match
the theme of an event and contribute to the overall feel of the chosen
theme? Hosted by Warnndog. |
Twister
Come get together with an extra-large twister mat, and let's see who's
a contortionist in their spare time!
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| 2:00 PM |
Marksmanship
Part 1
Open to everyone. Learn the basics of gun safety, marksmanship,
observation and concealment skills at this panel. A gun safety test
will also be given. No firearms will be present.
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HorseshoesClose counts!
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| 3:00 PM |
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Variety Show
Rehearsal
Your chance to show your act to the Variety Show Director, and arrange
and audio or lighting cues with A/V Staff. Attendance is mandatory -- if
you cannot make it, then please contact the Variety Show Director and A/V
Staff before the Variety Show begins.
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Predator/Prey
The most insane game of tag you can have, with a furry spin! Players
are divided into carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores, each with different
objectives. Add in hazards such as Fire, the Hunter, and the Mack Truck,
and it's a recipe for fun outdoor chaos! Please meet right on time for
preparations!
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| 4:00 PM |
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| 5:00 PM |
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Open
Registration is open. All attendees must register as soon as possible
after arrival, including staff. This is the last time during which
registration will be open -- after this, please locate a registration staff
member for check-in.
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| 6:00 PM |
Dinner:
Chicken
a la King
The classic dish, with Travis's own special twist. Free meal,
included with registration.
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GOH/SS
Dinner
A six-course meal prepared by our own Head Chef, including soup,
salad, appetizer, main course with sides, and dessert. Our waitstaff will
attend to your needs, and free soft drinks are provided for the event. Open to
Supersponsors and selected guests, it is a dining experience to
remember!
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| 7:00 PM |
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Variety Show
Variety Show
Short acts from our attendees, showcasing
their various and wonderful talents. Always a great opportunity for
performers to try out their skills and entertain others.
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| 8:00 PM |
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| 9:00 PM |
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Dance
Our DJs will tear it up and make a memorable dance experience for
fursuiters and everyone! Featuring Heros, PistolPup, Psyloce, and other
guests!
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Apples to
ApplesThe classic party card game, guaranteed to get wild, wacky, and a great
way to get to know others. A card with a word is drawn by one player, who tells the
others what he or she is looking for. The others play cards from their
hands with words or phrases on them -- and the first player decides what
matches best!
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| 10:00 PM |
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| 11:00 PM |
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Open GamingBring your own games or play one of the games we have
provided. The dining hall will be open late as a spam to spread out,
socialize, and enjoy the games!
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| 12:00 AM |
Midnight HowlEach night, we'll have ourselves a good howl at the sky. Meet at the
Dining Hall at Midnight, and follow our staff member to a secluded location
where you can howl to your heart's content!
|
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| 1:00 AM |
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| 2:00 AM |
Quiet Hours Begin. Please keep quiet
outside. |
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| 3:00 AM |
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| Sunday, Apr 25, 2010 |
| Sunday |
Dining Hall |
Tabernacle |
Outdoors |
Registration |
Workshops |
| 8:00 AM |
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| 9:00 AM |
Breakfast:
Eggs
Hash Browns
Eggs, Hash Browns, Bacon, and Eggs. Whatever breakfast food we've got
we'll clean out and serve!
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| 10:00 AM |
Furry Spirituality
Khemet will be running a small discussion group about general furry
spirituality, encouraging others to share their views. This will run
at about breakfast time on Sunday. Bring your coffee and open-mind to
talk about shamanism, Christianity, paganism or whatever your unique
beliefs... and how it relates to being a furry, and
everyday life.
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Marksmanship
Part 2Required: Liability waiver and passed gun safety test or
rangemaster approval. Marksmenship event at the James Collins Wildlife
Management Area. Meet on time at Registration. Special rules
apply to Firearms for this activity, which can be found on the Rules page.
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| 11:00 AM |
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Canine CarePlease join Dr. Lauren J. Pryor for a demonstration of the
proper methods of care for your canine companion. Includes tips on how to
save hundreds of dollars with do-it-yourself veterinary skills!
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| 12:00 PM |
Lunch:
Leftovers
Missed it the first time around? Want more? We'll serve up any leftovers from
previous meals that we have. First come, first served!
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| 1:00 PM |
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VolleyballWhat do you get when you put a bunch of furries
on a volleyball court? Mayhem! Meet at the basketball courts to play, or
to watch the fun.
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Iron
ArtistCalamity Cougar's High Brow Iron Artist Event
The Cougar leads interested artists in the Acme of Iron Artist Events. Watch the artists create -- using the
secret medium. Even they won't know ahead of time. Items created will be
auctioned in the Charity Swap Meet.
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Cooking
Workshop
Forget about store-bought bread and make some real dough. Travis will
guide you through basic bread steps. You'll learn how to handle and knead
dough, form loaves, and bake for a perfect crust and crumb. This year, we'll
be working on sandwich bread.
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| 2:00 PM |
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Scavenger
Hunt Turn In
You did notice the Scavenger Hunt items, right? This is the deadline
to turn them in at the registration desk.
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Predator/Prey
The most insane game of tag you can have, with a furry spin! Players
are divided into carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores, each with different
objectives. Add in hazards such as Fire, the Hunter, and the Mack Truck,
and it's a recipe for fun outdoor chaos! Please meet right on time for
preparations!
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| 3:00 PM |
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| 4:00 PM |
Dinner:
Sandwiches
Chips
Fresh bread from the cooking workshop, made into meaty sandwiches.
Served with chips and salsa.
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Swap
Meet/
Charity Auction
An auction to raise money for our artists and for our charity,
Safari's Sanctuary. We're combining both events in order to increase
attendance for both. Each item will be clearly announced whether it is a
charity item or an artist item.
Held outdoors, weather permitting.
Otherwise will be in the Rec Hall.
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| 5:00 PM |
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| 6:00 PM |
Closing
Ceremonies
The official end of Wild Nights, this is your chance to get together
and relive the best moments of the past few days! But feel free to stick
around for an extra day!
Will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
If not, will be held in the Rec Hall.
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| 7:00 PM |
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| MESA Meeting
Anyone who attends Wild Nights becomes a voting member of MESA, the
Missouri Exotic Species Arts Association. By attending this meeting, you
make sure you are an active member for the next ninety days, and can give
feedback and input and votes on how the organiation should be run.
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| 8:00 PM |
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| 9:00 PM |
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| 10:00 PM |
Open GamingBring your own games or play one of the games we have
provided. The dining hall will be open late as a spam to spread out,
socialize, and enjoy the games!
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Dead Dog
Dance
One last wild night of dancing as our DJ's keep the music going until
1 in the morning... and fight PCDS every step of the way.
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| 11:00 PM |
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| 12:00 AM |
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| 1:00 AM |
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| 2:00 AM |
Quiet Hours Begin. Please keep
quiet outside. |
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| 3:00 AM |
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| Monday, Apr 26, 2010 |
| Monday |
Dining Hall |
Tabernacle |
Outdoors |
Registration |
Workshops |
| 8:00 AM |
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| 9:00 AM |
Kitchen
Cleanup
Cleanup of the kitchen, and help with packing everything up for
transport. We'll donate some of the food items to needy furries and to the
charity.
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A/V
Teardown
What goes up, must come down. We have trusses to disassemble, wires
and lights to pack, and will need plenty of volunteers to assist and leave
the place just as we found it.
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Campfire
Cleanup
Volunteers needed to clean up the campfire area, make sure the fire is out,
and make sure we leave no trash behind -- we want to leave the park better
than we found it.
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Teardown
Packing up all registration items and making sure they're secure for
transport is priority, as well as cleaning up the admin building.
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| 10:00 AM |
Outdoor
Cleanup
We need to go over all of the grounds to find and clean up our trash,
including the amphitheater. Volunteers needed to help with this!
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| Cleanup
The workshops area must be spotless.
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| 11:00 AM |
Outdoor
Cleanup
We need to make sure the rest of the park is clean, includin the
cabins, the waterfront, and everywhere else, and that the park is in perfect
shape before we depart.
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| 12:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
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| 2:00 PM |
Checkout. Campsite must be
clean. |
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