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The Acetarium Summer Retreat 2014
The Acetarium Summer Retreat 2014
is the [http://acetarium.com Acetarium's] 2014 end-of-summer retreat.
was the [http://acetarium.com Acetarium's] 2014 end-of-summer retreat.
 
'''The event is over!  However, this document will remain online for archival purposes.'''


'''Location'''
'''Location'''
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This trip is designed to offer a last escape and farewell to summer. It will be a time for friends to gather together and enjoy the natural beauty of Maine, sleep-in, explore, and maybe work on some projects.  
This trip is designed to offer a last escape and farewell to summer. It will be a time for friends to gather together and enjoy the natural beauty of Maine, sleep-in, explore, and maybe work on some projects.  
==Cost==
$30 per night, per person. Total length of trip is 4 nights.
Payment can be made via:
* Bitcoin?
* Cash
* Personal check made out to Alexander Ose
Refunds will be issued if something bad happens and we can't go.
==Budget==
In the interest of transparency, we will keep this section up-to-date with all budgetary decisions.
The total cost of the rental is $2,043 (this number includes taxes and fees). 
The per-person total of $30 per night is based on an average occupancy of 16.  We fully expect more than 16 people.  Therefore, there will likely be a budget surplus which will be applied to group costs like food, drink, and any previously unforseen expenditures.
==Activities==
Art projects!
Board games!
Swimming!
Heated discussions about gender politics!
Toki Pona learning and debate club
Drinking!!
Talks!
Friday night around the fire we'll be doing some slide free lightning talks. Please add your name and topic here, if applicable.
* tchell / ecology of rocky shores
* Alex / Koalas
Music!/Singalongs!
Dramatic readings of some sort?


==Useful Information==
==Useful Information==
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[[File:Stur_map.jpg]]
[[File:Stur_map.jpg]]


* There is no internet on Sturdivant. There is 4G mobile access.
* There is no WiFi on Sturdivant but...
* There is no television, however the internet assures us it is unnecessary.
** According to the owners, there is 4G mobile access.
** T-Mobile's coverage maps assures readers the entire island should have 4G access and the part where the cottages are should be covered with the highest power coverage.
* There is no television, however the Internet assures us it is unnecessary.
* There is a beach, a grill, a firepit, and a lobster cooker.
* There is a beach, a grill, a firepit, and a lobster cooker.
* The cottage is run by solar panels and a back up generator.
* The cottage is run by solar panels and a back up generator.
* The water is "brackish," and drinking it unfiltered is not recommended.
* The water is "brackish," and drinking it unfiltered is not recommended.
* Check-In: 4:00pm
* Check-Out: 10:00am


Much more information can be found on the official [http://www.onthewaterinmaine.com/vacation-rental-home.asp?PageDataID=28477 rental page].
Much more information can be found on the official [http://www.onthewaterinmaine.com/vacation-rental-home.asp?PageDataID=28477 rental page].


== Getting There ==
== Getting To and From ==
 
Should you need to get on or off the island at any point, we will make that happen.  Either Alex or any of the other experienced sea captains will ferry you between Handy Boat marina in Falmouth, ME, and Sturdivant Island whenever you you need. 
 
That being said:
 
'''We need everyone to sub-assemble their travel groups as much as possible'''.  Not only will this will reduce costs all around, but it will reduce the amount of trips between the marina and the island.  So, please reach out to the rest of the group to find travel buddies!
 
DRIVING
 
If you're driving a car, you'll want to make parking reservations ahead of time with Handy Boat marina (207-781-5110).  It's $10/day.
 
Once you're there, give one of us a call and we'll pick you up in the boat.
 
TRAINING (OR BUSING)
 
There are five trains a day from Boston North Station to Portland.  Tickets are either $20 or $25.  If you're leaving Thursday, my advice is to take the 5:00pm train, and share a taxi to Falmouth.  Taxi fare is estimated to be around $25.
 
Another option is to bring your bike on the train ($5, reservations required), and complete the short ride between Portland and Falmouth.
 
Once you're there, give one of us a call and we'll pick you up in the boat.
 
WATER TAXI
 
It is possible to take a [http://www.cbwatertaxi.com/rates.php|water taxi] from Portland directly to Sturdivant island, but it's expensive at $85.  Still, with six people, it might be worth considering!
 
== Travel Groups ==
 
'''Group 1: Man with the van:'''
 
Alex will be renting an eight-seater [http://littlefun.org/uploads/5240a2c4e691b266997d9275_736.jpg van] and driving to the island.  For anyone thinking of biking or taking the train, this would be a good way to get your supplies to the island!
 
: The van will be departing '''[https://www.google.com/maps/place/140+Elm+St,+North+Cambridge,+MA+02140/@42.3909639,-71.118861,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x89e3773d327616a3:0x5432011906c9f2d2| 140 Elm Street]''' on '''Thursday September 4th, at 3:00pm'''
:'''Kickin' in the front seat:''' Alex, Maluhia
:'''Sittin' in the back seat:''' Sarah, Laura, Joannah!, Shauna, Molly, Mitchell
 
: The van will be departing '''Falmouth, Maine''' on '''Monday September 8th, at 8:00am'''
:'''Which seat should I take:''' Alex, Maluhia, Noah, Molly, Shauna


It is a two hour drive. Parking can be arranged for at Handy Boat Marina about a 10 minute boat ride away in the island skiff. Parking is $10 per day and require reservations.
: (This schedule is carefully designed for slackers who want to only take one day off from work!)


The train ride from Boston is 2.5 hours, leaving from North Station. It costs $20-30 each way.
A van donation of $15 each direction would be appreciated, but not required.


The island is only accessible by boat. An 18' rough weather skiff with outboard motor that can support up to 8 people is included with the rental. The property caretaker will orientate renters on it's use.
----
 
''' Group 2: Late arrivers / Early departers:
 
Sarah will be taxi-ing back to Portland to catch the 6:50pm Boston Amtrak on Sunday evening and will need to leave the island at whatever time is appropriate and/or possible for that. '''
 
Joannah will be leaving on the Saturday 6:50 pm train back to Boston.  She is happy to coordinate travel to Portland with any others leaving that day.  She's also actually totally excited about exploring Portland that day, so if anyone is interested in coordinating an expedition perhaps mid-day or in the afternoon sometime, let's do it.
----
 
''' Group 3: '''


==Attendees==
==Attendees==


Please let us know if you want to come as soon as you can.
Please let us know if you want to come as soon as you can. Confirmed means you are definitely coming. Pending means you are planning on coming, but are uncertain. Tentative means you would like to come, but cannot commit at this time.


{| border="1"
{| border="1"
!  Name  !! IRC/Nickname !! Arriving !! Departing !! Status !! Transportation plans
!  Name  !! IRC/Nickname !! Arriving !! Departing !! Status !! Paid (Confirmed)
|-
| [[User:Alex Ose|Alexander Ose]] || maalox ||  9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Maluhia || maluhia ||  9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| [[mollydb]] || mollydb ||  9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Laura || Laura ||  9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $90
|-
| Micah Schwartz || Micah ||  9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $90
|-
| [[Noah]] || swartzcr || 9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Shauna || shauna || 9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Sarah || sarahg || 9/04 || 9/07 || paid || $90
|-
| Jordan || || 9/05 || 9/07 || needs refund || -$90
|-
| Avi || fiendish || 9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Kit || || 9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Daf || daf || 9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Carolyn || carolyn || 9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Mitchell || tchell || 9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Joannah || n/a || 9/04 || 9/06 || paid || $60
|-
| Jeffrey Warlock || jywarren || 9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
| Colin || n/a || 9/05 || 9/07 || paid || $60
|-
| Bethany ||paxxa ||  9/04 || 9/08 || paid || $120
|-
|-
| [[User:Alex Ose|Alexander Ose]] || maalox ||  9/04 || 9/08   || confirmed
| Kep ||inquiryqueue ||  9/04 || 9/08 || confirmed
|-
|-
| Maluhia || maluhia || 9/04 || 9/08    || confirmed
| Ethan || "hey you" || 9/05 || 9/07 || confirmed
|-
|-
| [[mollydb]] || mollydb || 9/04 || 9/08   || confirmed
| Liz || || 9/06 || 9/08 || confirmed
|-
|-
| Kiwako || || 9/06 || 9/07 || confirmed
|}
|}
Totals:  17 paid, 4 confirmed but awaiting payment. $1830 paid so far.


(Edit this section to add your name!)
(Edit this section to add your name!)
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! !! 9/04 !! 9/05 !! 9/06 !! 9/07
! !! 9/04 !! 9/05 !! 9/06 !! 9/07
|-
|-
| Main Cottage Queen Bed || || || ||
| Main Cottage Queen Bed || '''Sarah''' || '''Sarah''' || '''Sarah''' ||
|-
|-
| Main Cottage Queen Bed || || || ||
| Main Cottage Queen Bed || || || ||
|-
|-
| Main Cottage Bunk Bed || || || ||
| Main Cottage Bunk Bed || || || ||  
|-
|-
| Main Cottage Bunk Bed || || || ||
| Main Cottage Bunk Bed || '''Joannah''' || '''Joannah''' || ||
|-
|-
| Loft Futon #1 || || || ||
| Loft Futon #1 || '''Avi''' || '''Avi''' || '''Avi''' || '''Avi'''
|-
|-
| Loft Futon #1 || || || ||
| Loft Futon #1 || '''Kitchen''' || '''Kitchen''' || '''Kitchen''' || '''Kitchen'''
|-
|-
| Loft Futon #2 || || || ||
| Loft Futon #2 || '''Shauna''' || '''Shauna''' || '''Shauna''' || '''Shauna'''
|-
|-
| Loft Futon #2 || || || ||
| Loft Futon #2 || || || ||
|-
|-
| Loft Futon #3 || || || ||
| Loft Futon #3 || || || ||  
|-
|-
| Loft Futon #3 || || || ||
| Loft Futon #3 || || || ||
|-
|-
| Small Cottage || || || ||
| Small Cottage ||'''Noah''' ||'''Noah''' ||'''Noah''' ||'''Noah'''
|-
|-
| Small Cottage || || || |||
| Small Cottage ||'''Bethany''' ||'''Bethany''' ||'''Bethany''' ||'''Bethany'''
|-
|-
| Water Tower Queen Bed || || || ||
| Water Tower Queen Bed || '''Laura''' || '''Laura''' || '''Laura''' ||  
|-
|-
| Water Tower Queen Bed || || || ||
| Water Tower Queen Bed || '''Micah'''|| '''Micah''' || '''Micah''' ||  
|-
|-
| Water Tower King Bed || Maluhia || Maluhia || Maluhia || Maluhia  
| Water Tower King Bed || '''Maluhia''' || '''Maluhia''' || '''Maluhia''' || '''Maluhia'''
|-
|-
| Water Tower King Bed || Alex || Alex || Alex || Alex  
| Water Tower King Bed || '''Alex''' || '''Alex''' || '''Alex''' || '''Alex'''
|-
|-
| Billiard Building || || || ||  
| Billiard Building || '''Daf''' || '''Daf''' || '''Daf''' || '''Daf'''
|-
|-
| Billiard Building || || || ||
| Billiard Building || '''Carolyn''' || '''Carolyn''' || '''Carolyn''' || '''Carolyn'''
|-
|-
| Bali House || mollydb || mollydb || mollydb || mollydb  
| Bali House || '''mollydb''' || '''mollydb''' || '''mollydb''' || '''mollydb'''
|-
|-
| Bali House || || || ||
| Bali House || || || ||  
|}
|}
Paid attendees listed in '''bold'''. 


(Swapping spaces is encouraged.  Feel free to "sleep around"!)
(Swapping spaces is encouraged.  Feel free to "sleep around"!)
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== Food & Drink ==
== Food & Drink ==


Dinners will be pre-planned and semi-organized!  If you're a good cook, this is your chance to shine.  Each night, somebody will be in charge of making a meal.  This person, along with selected assistants, will be responsible for all planning, buying, and execution.
Dinners will be pre-planned and semi-organized!  If you're a good cook, this is your chance to shine.  Each night, somebody will be in charge of making a meal.  This person, along with selected assistants, will be responsible for all planning, buying, and execution.  
 
{| border="1"
! Date !! Chef de cuisine !! Under chef of the kitchen !! Roundsman
|-
| 9/04 || Maluhia (enchiladas, rice, salad, fun) || Alex (tequila) ||
|-
| 9/05 || Laura/Micah (cous cous, hummus, pita)|| Joannah (Pita, grapes)||
|-
| 9/06 || Noah/Bethany (Quinoa, Tomato/coconut/peanut soup, something green)|| ||
|-
| 9/07 || || ||
|}


Plan ahead!  There are no grocery stores on the island.  We will have to bring everything with us. Some general consumables will be a group acquisition. We'll figure out some ways to divide up these responsibilities closer to the retreat.
Plan ahead!  There are no grocery stores on the island.  We will have to bring everything with us. Some general consumables will be a group acquisition.


Breakfast, lunch, and snacking will be ad hoc.
There is a "small" refrigerator and two large coolers for food storage.
 
Breakfast, lunch, and snacking will be ad hoc, although we welcome any group contributions:


{| border="1"
{| border="1"
! Date !! Chef de cuisine !! Under chef of the kitchen !! Roundsman
! Breakfast !! Volunteer !! Contributor !! Philanthropist
|-
| Eggs || Joannah (1 dozen) || Maluhia (2 dozen) ||
|-
|-
| 9/04 || Maluhia || Alex || ???
| Oatmeal || Joannah (Big ol' bag)|| Maluhia (1 lb) ||
|-
|-
| 9/05 || || ||
| Bread || mollydb (some) || ||
|-
|-
| 9/06 || || ||
| Fruit || || Joannah |||  
|-
|-
| 9/07 || || ||
| Fixins || Alex (baking essentials, syrup) || Joannah (Raisins, Chopped Almonds, Cinnamon) ||
|}
|}


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The general rule is BYOABWETS (bring your own bottle with enough to share)!  This general philosophy applies to all matters of food, drink, and entertainment.
The general rule is BYOABWETS (bring your own bottle with enough to share)!  This general philosophy applies to all matters of food, drink, and entertainment.


===Non-meal grocery requests===
Open grocery requests:
 
* Bread
* Cheese
* Peanut butter
* Jelly
* Vegetables
* Tea
* Coffee (pre-ground)
* Tonic
* Limes
* Beer
* Rice/almond milk
* Cow milk
* soy-free things to roast on a fire
* Fruits
* Potatoes
* Tin Foil
* Oranges and vegan cake mix for [http://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/campfire-cakes/9d67735f-e126-4435-9147-89568535ac3a orange cakes]
*Pickled vegetables (for bloody marys - I couldn't find any at Star Market today...)
* Some-more S'more fixins
* coconut milk
 
Closed grocery requests:
 
* S'MORES (2 bags of marshmellows, 2 large chocolate bars, 2 boxes of graham crackers) (Laura) and s'more always welcome by others!
* GIN (Alex)
* Vodka - only if Malu will make bloody marys (Laura)
* More Vodka - as requested I am making bloody marts <s>at some point</s> Saturday morning (Maluhia)
* Maluhia's bloody mary mix supplies (Maluhia)
* Cold brewed coffee (Alex)
* Banana Bread and Blueberry Bread (Laura)
* A loaf of bread, a jar of peanut butter and a container of jelly (Laura)
* 2 loaves of bread, a big jar of peanut butter, jar of jelly (Maluhia)
* POTATOES - 5lbs (Maluhia)
* Wine - 2 boxes (Maluhia)
* 2 medium sized bags of cape cod chips (Laura)
* 2 dz eggs (Maluhia)
* 1 lb oatmeal (Maluhia)
* 1/2 gal cow milk (Maluhia)
* Tetley's Black Tea (Joannah)
* 1 dz eggs (Joannah)
* Bunch of Bananas (Joannah)
* 5 Apples! (Joannah)
* Quaker Oatmeal Tub (Joannah)
* Raisins, Chopped Almonds, Cinnamon (Joannah)
* 30 rack o' beer (Micah)
* Celery (for bloody Mary's) (Laura)
* salad greens (mollydb)
* carrots (mollydb)
* coconut oil (mollydb)
* corn chips (mollydb)
* mani (the acetarium)
 
 
 
 
(Add what you're bringing to the above list)
 
== Packing List ==
 
The following is a non-exhaustive list of things you should bring:
 
* Water ([http://www.ready.gov/water|1 gallon, per person, per day].)
* Ice
* Snacks
* Cozy clothes (it might get cold)
* Towels
* Hygiene products
* Flashlights or headlamps
* Swimming apparel (Vibrams work really well for rocky beaches)
* Sunscreen
* Bug spray
* Books
* Art supplies
* Camera
* Instruments, anyone?
* (Add to this list!)


===Meal grocery requests===
Linens '''are''' provided, but that shouldn't keep you from bringing a sleeping bag if you want to sleep outside

Latest revision as of 19:35, 8 September 2014

View from the porch at Sturdivant Island.

The Acetarium Summer Retreat 2014 was the Acetarium's 2014 end-of-summer retreat.

The event is over! However, this document will remain online for archival purposes.

Location We've rented part of an island off Maine. Near Portland, (accessible by Amtrak), Falmouth is the native home of the Abenaki tribe, and the port of launch for Sturdivant Island. See: [1] for more information on our little bit of island.

Dates: September 4 - September 8.

Description[edit]

This trip is designed to offer a last escape and farewell to summer. It will be a time for friends to gather together and enjoy the natural beauty of Maine, sleep-in, explore, and maybe work on some projects.

Cost[edit]

$30 per night, per person. Total length of trip is 4 nights.

Payment can be made via:

  • Bitcoin?
  • Cash
  • Personal check made out to Alexander Ose

Refunds will be issued if something bad happens and we can't go.

Budget[edit]

In the interest of transparency, we will keep this section up-to-date with all budgetary decisions.

The total cost of the rental is $2,043 (this number includes taxes and fees).

The per-person total of $30 per night is based on an average occupancy of 16. We fully expect more than 16 people. Therefore, there will likely be a budget surplus which will be applied to group costs like food, drink, and any previously unforseen expenditures.

Activities[edit]

Art projects!

Board games!

Swimming!

Heated discussions about gender politics!

Toki Pona learning and debate club

Drinking!!

Talks! Friday night around the fire we'll be doing some slide free lightning talks. Please add your name and topic here, if applicable.

  • tchell / ecology of rocky shores
  • Alex / Koalas

Music!/Singalongs!

Dramatic readings of some sort?

Useful Information[edit]

  • There is no WiFi on Sturdivant but...
    • According to the owners, there is 4G mobile access.
    • T-Mobile's coverage maps assures readers the entire island should have 4G access and the part where the cottages are should be covered with the highest power coverage.
  • There is no television, however the Internet assures us it is unnecessary.
  • There is a beach, a grill, a firepit, and a lobster cooker.
  • The cottage is run by solar panels and a back up generator.
  • The water is "brackish," and drinking it unfiltered is not recommended.
  • Check-In: 4:00pm
  • Check-Out: 10:00am

Much more information can be found on the official rental page.

Getting To and From[edit]

Should you need to get on or off the island at any point, we will make that happen. Either Alex or any of the other experienced sea captains will ferry you between Handy Boat marina in Falmouth, ME, and Sturdivant Island whenever you you need.

That being said:

We need everyone to sub-assemble their travel groups as much as possible. Not only will this will reduce costs all around, but it will reduce the amount of trips between the marina and the island. So, please reach out to the rest of the group to find travel buddies!

DRIVING

If you're driving a car, you'll want to make parking reservations ahead of time with Handy Boat marina (207-781-5110). It's $10/day.

Once you're there, give one of us a call and we'll pick you up in the boat.

TRAINING (OR BUSING)

There are five trains a day from Boston North Station to Portland. Tickets are either $20 or $25. If you're leaving Thursday, my advice is to take the 5:00pm train, and share a taxi to Falmouth. Taxi fare is estimated to be around $25.

Another option is to bring your bike on the train ($5, reservations required), and complete the short ride between Portland and Falmouth.

Once you're there, give one of us a call and we'll pick you up in the boat.

WATER TAXI

It is possible to take a taxi from Portland directly to Sturdivant island, but it's expensive at $85. Still, with six people, it might be worth considering!

Travel Groups[edit]

Group 1: Man with the van:

Alex will be renting an eight-seater van and driving to the island. For anyone thinking of biking or taking the train, this would be a good way to get your supplies to the island!

The van will be departing 140 Elm Street on Thursday September 4th, at 3:00pm
Kickin' in the front seat: Alex, Maluhia
Sittin' in the back seat: Sarah, Laura, Joannah!, Shauna, Molly, Mitchell
The van will be departing Falmouth, Maine on Monday September 8th, at 8:00am
Which seat should I take: Alex, Maluhia, Noah, Molly, Shauna
(This schedule is carefully designed for slackers who want to only take one day off from work!)

A van donation of $15 each direction would be appreciated, but not required.

Group 2: Late arrivers / Early departers:

Sarah will be taxi-ing back to Portland to catch the 6:50pm Boston Amtrak on Sunday evening and will need to leave the island at whatever time is appropriate and/or possible for that.

Joannah will be leaving on the Saturday 6:50 pm train back to Boston. She is happy to coordinate travel to Portland with any others leaving that day. She's also actually totally excited about exploring Portland that day, so if anyone is interested in coordinating an expedition perhaps mid-day or in the afternoon sometime, let's do it.

Group 3:

Attendees[edit]

Please let us know if you want to come as soon as you can. Confirmed means you are definitely coming. Pending means you are planning on coming, but are uncertain. Tentative means you would like to come, but cannot commit at this time.

Name IRC/Nickname Arriving Departing Status Paid (Confirmed)
Alexander Ose maalox 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Maluhia maluhia 9/04 9/08 paid $120
mollydb mollydb 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Laura Laura 9/04 9/08 paid $90
Micah Schwartz Micah 9/04 9/08 paid $90
Noah swartzcr 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Shauna shauna 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Sarah sarahg 9/04 9/07 paid $90
Jordan 9/05 9/07 needs refund -$90
Avi fiendish 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Kit 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Daf daf 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Carolyn carolyn 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Mitchell tchell 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Joannah n/a 9/04 9/06 paid $60
Jeffrey Warlock jywarren 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Colin n/a 9/05 9/07 paid $60
Bethany paxxa 9/04 9/08 paid $120
Kep inquiryqueue 9/04 9/08 confirmed
Ethan "hey you" 9/05 9/07 confirmed
Liz 9/06 9/08 confirmed
Kiwako 9/06 9/07 confirmed

Totals: 17 paid, 4 confirmed but awaiting payment. $1830 paid so far.


(Edit this section to add your name!)

Rooms[edit]

[Maps Map!]

  • Main Cottage 1st Floor: Queen bedroom, bedroom with bunk bed
  • Main Cottage Open Lofts: There are two lofts, containing a total of three queen sized futons accessible by ladders.
  • Small Cottage: Two-twin beds, can be combined into a king size.
  • Water Tower: one queen futon, one king mattress
  • Billiard Building: loft with futon
  • Bali House: basically a lean-to with a queen sized bed (dibs!)

There is also space for tents.

Occupancy[edit]

9/04 9/05 9/06 9/07
Main Cottage Queen Bed Sarah Sarah Sarah
Main Cottage Queen Bed
Main Cottage Bunk Bed
Main Cottage Bunk Bed Joannah Joannah
Loft Futon #1 Avi Avi Avi Avi
Loft Futon #1 Kitchen Kitchen Kitchen Kitchen
Loft Futon #2 Shauna Shauna Shauna Shauna
Loft Futon #2
Loft Futon #3
Loft Futon #3
Small Cottage Noah Noah Noah Noah
Small Cottage Bethany Bethany Bethany Bethany
Water Tower Queen Bed Laura Laura Laura
Water Tower Queen Bed Micah Micah Micah
Water Tower King Bed Maluhia Maluhia Maluhia Maluhia
Water Tower King Bed Alex Alex Alex Alex
Billiard Building Daf Daf Daf Daf
Billiard Building Carolyn Carolyn Carolyn Carolyn
Bali House mollydb mollydb mollydb mollydb
Bali House

Paid attendees listed in bold.

(Swapping spaces is encouraged. Feel free to "sleep around"!)

Food & Drink[edit]

Dinners will be pre-planned and semi-organized! If you're a good cook, this is your chance to shine. Each night, somebody will be in charge of making a meal. This person, along with selected assistants, will be responsible for all planning, buying, and execution.

Date Chef de cuisine Under chef of the kitchen Roundsman
9/04 Maluhia (enchiladas, rice, salad, fun) Alex (tequila)
9/05 Laura/Micah (cous cous, hummus, pita) Joannah (Pita, grapes)
9/06 Noah/Bethany (Quinoa, Tomato/coconut/peanut soup, something green)
9/07

Plan ahead! There are no grocery stores on the island. We will have to bring everything with us. Some general consumables will be a group acquisition.

There is a "small" refrigerator and two large coolers for food storage.

Breakfast, lunch, and snacking will be ad hoc, although we welcome any group contributions:

Breakfast Volunteer Contributor Philanthropist
Eggs Joannah (1 dozen) Maluhia (2 dozen)
Oatmeal Joannah (Big ol' bag) Maluhia (1 lb)
Bread mollydb (some)
Fruit Joannah
Fixins Alex (baking essentials, syrup) Joannah (Raisins, Chopped Almonds, Cinnamon)

The rental contract prohibits the possession and use of recreational drugs, however alcohol is acceptable.

The general rule is BYOABWETS (bring your own bottle with enough to share)! This general philosophy applies to all matters of food, drink, and entertainment.

Open grocery requests:

  • Bread
  • Cheese
  • Peanut butter
  • Jelly
  • Vegetables
  • Tea
  • Coffee (pre-ground)
  • Tonic
  • Limes
  • Beer
  • Rice/almond milk
  • Cow milk
  • soy-free things to roast on a fire
  • Fruits
  • Potatoes
  • Tin Foil
  • Oranges and vegan cake mix for orange cakes
  • Pickled vegetables (for bloody marys - I couldn't find any at Star Market today...)
  • Some-more S'more fixins
  • coconut milk

Closed grocery requests:

  • S'MORES (2 bags of marshmellows, 2 large chocolate bars, 2 boxes of graham crackers) (Laura) and s'more always welcome by others!
  • GIN (Alex)
  • Vodka - only if Malu will make bloody marys (Laura)
  • More Vodka - as requested I am making bloody marts at some point Saturday morning (Maluhia)
  • Maluhia's bloody mary mix supplies (Maluhia)
  • Cold brewed coffee (Alex)
  • Banana Bread and Blueberry Bread (Laura)
  • A loaf of bread, a jar of peanut butter and a container of jelly (Laura)
  • 2 loaves of bread, a big jar of peanut butter, jar of jelly (Maluhia)
  • POTATOES - 5lbs (Maluhia)
  • Wine - 2 boxes (Maluhia)
  • 2 medium sized bags of cape cod chips (Laura)
  • 2 dz eggs (Maluhia)
  • 1 lb oatmeal (Maluhia)
  • 1/2 gal cow milk (Maluhia)
  • Tetley's Black Tea (Joannah)
  • 1 dz eggs (Joannah)
  • Bunch of Bananas (Joannah)
  • 5 Apples! (Joannah)
  • Quaker Oatmeal Tub (Joannah)
  • Raisins, Chopped Almonds, Cinnamon (Joannah)
  • 30 rack o' beer (Micah)
  • Celery (for bloody Mary's) (Laura)
  • salad greens (mollydb)
  • carrots (mollydb)
  • coconut oil (mollydb)
  • corn chips (mollydb)
  • mani (the acetarium)



(Add what you're bringing to the above list)

Packing List[edit]

The following is a non-exhaustive list of things you should bring:

  • Water (gallon, per person, per day.)
  • Ice
  • Snacks
  • Cozy clothes (it might get cold)
  • Towels
  • Hygiene products
  • Flashlights or headlamps
  • Swimming apparel (Vibrams work really well for rocky beaches)
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray
  • Books
  • Art supplies
  • Camera
  • Instruments, anyone?
  • (Add to this list!)

Linens are provided, but that shouldn't keep you from bringing a sleeping bag if you want to sleep outside

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