Rogue Camp 2007

Once again Rogues gathered among the trees, under the stars, for a harmonious evening of revelry and debauchery! The weather was perfect and so was the company! With daytrippers and campers we had roughly 50 guests...some novice Rogues, but mostly seasoned Rogues...which helps make Rogue Camp run itself :) The potato gun made an appearance, as did the glow stix and mad hatter tea party....but the darbucket was no where in site. I believe the wiser rogues have retired the darbucket...at least for now. This would probably explain the mellowness that was Rogue Camp this year...or dare i say it...we are getting older and slowing down! :) Of course, the Rogue Baron has a baby now, so that could have set the tone....regardless, it was a wonderful weekend :)

There was some exciting fencing going on in the meadow Saturday afternoon accompanied by beautiful harp playing from the lovely Kama Devi...then of course, she put the harp down and did a little rapier fighting herself! Leonardo had burgers going full force on the grill, and between Dave, Cookie and Rowen, our bellies were never empty! Thanks for all the yummys guys! As if there wasnt enough food, Donovan caught a nice size rainbow trout out of the river and shared it with folks...what a site he was, fishing in his pajamas :)

For those brave enough, swimming took place in the chilly pond...dont worry, the shrinkage doesnt last forever! And dont forget to duck....If you looked up, besides potatoes, you could see Rogues flying thru the trees thanks to Austins rope work......weeeeeeeee! I never did get to try it out, but i saw lots of other folks flying thru the air with ear to ear grins! I think those need to become permanent fixtures on the island! :)

There were frisbees sailing and arrows flying, bubbles blowing and laughter rising....napping, magic, singing, drumming, ney playing, and so much more! Did i mention the food? Oh sooo much food! There was a blender blending, brewers brewing, and cocktails galore!!! Special thanks goes out to jon and his fabulous ale that he shared with all...somehow he ended up going home with beer left over....slackers! Dave handed out endless margaritas, mai tais, and pina coladas......another umbrella for my drink please! :)

Saturday night, Rogues rallied around the fire...where sounds of the sitar, saz, rik, ney, doumbek and song spiraled up thru the air, rejuvenating and enlightening us all!! It was a magical night, and i never wanted the music to end! Donovan and i took one last stroll to the tree house for the evening and witnessed the beginning of the glow stick war...then i went back to the fire to collect the Rogue Baron who had fallen asleep by the fire :)

Yes, it was a fabulous weekend indeed! We are truly blessed to be surrounded by so many wonderful people! As the weekend was coming to an end, the last of the Rogues snuck out to the island and buried some treasure for next years gathering...i look forward to the adventures that it will bring! You guys are the best! Thanks for Everything!!!