OC Picnic Discussion

[allingeneral]

Are we all pitching in to help cover the cost of the park rental? I'd like to.

I'm thinking about having a 50/50 drawing if I can get away with it - park rules say no gambling...

[Sweetpea]

not a gambler so unsure what that means. you would draw a name an that person has to pay half? I was at a family picnic a few years ago where they put out a big pretzle jar and had people put as much in as they could afford. Everyone put in a few bucks and that covered expenses and they had some $ left over.

[zephyp]

not a gambler so unsure what that means. you would draw a name an that person has to pay half? I was at a family picnic a few years ago where they put out a big pretzle jar and had people put as much in as they could afford. Everyone put in a few bucks and that covered expenses and they had some $ left over.

50-50 drawing is where you sell tickets for example at $1 each. When all the tickets are sold you draw one from the hat. The winning ticket gets 50% of the money taken in. Rest goes to the kitty.

[Moccasin]

not a gambler so unsure what that means. you would draw a name an that person has to pay half? I was at a family picnic a few years ago where they put out a big pretzle jar and had people put as much in as they could afford. Everyone put in a few bucks and that covered expenses and they had some $ left over.

50-50 drawing is where you sell tickets for example at $1 each. When all the tickets are sold you draw one from the hat. The winning ticket gets 50% of the money taken in. Rest goes to the kitty.

I like Sweetpea's idea better, we'll write her name on every entry and put them in a jar to draw.

[allingeneral]

I was at a family picnic a few years ago where they put out a big pretzle jar and had people put as much in as they could afford. Everyone put in a few bucks and that covered expenses and they had some $ left over.

Rather than the 50/50, which has more of a gambling overtone to it, we'll probably do just that. There will be a jar of some sort near the prize table for donations to cover the picnic costs.

[zephyp]

I was at a family picnic a few years ago where they put out a big pretzle jar and had people put as much in as they could afford. Everyone put in a few bucks and that covered expenses and they had some $ left over.

Rather than the 50/50, which has more of a gambling overtone to it, we'll probably do just that. There will be a jar of some sort near the prize table for donations to cover the picnic costs.

I like this idea, Rick although Gary does make an interesting observation - only lets write HIS name on all the tickets...

[Moccasin]

I was at a family picnic a few years ago where they put out a big pretzle jar and had people put as much in as they could afford. Everyone put in a few bucks and that covered expenses and they had some $ left over.

Rather than the 50/50, which has more of a gambling overtone to it, we'll probably do just that. There will be a jar of some sort near the prize table for donations to cover the picnic costs.

I like this idea, Rick although Gary does make an interesting observation - only lets write HIS name on all the tickets...

Well, knock yourselves out guys. You can't get blood out of a turnip!

[Sweetpea]

"I like Sweetpea's idea better, we'll write her name on every entry and put them in a jar to draw. "

Nice! I'm not that gullible (anymore...) LOL

I like the 50/50 idea (not my ignorant version). Whatever works.

[Moccasin]

"I like Sweetpea's idea better, we'll write her name on every entry and put them in a jar to draw. "

Nice! I'm not that gullible (anymore...) LOL

I like the 50/50 idea (not my ignorant version). Whatever works.

The 50/50 is a great way to raise money for something, we just come into a problem with "gambling" at the park. Because of that we're better off with the donation jar. Sucks, doesn't it?

[Sweetpea]

Sucks b/c its silly. Why would a park care about a private party doing a drawing? I don't get it.

[zephyp]

It is silly, but not as silly as Gary thinking he's a turnip. We'll have enough people there to hold him upside down by his ankles... No blood though, only money...

[herohog]

Don't advertise the drawing, keep it under yer hat and no harm, no foul!

[VBshooter]

What they don't know ,,,,, is none of their business!!!

[Hiwaytahell]

What is everyone concerned about the gambling thing for?

Isn't EVERYONE there going to be heavily armed?

[zephyp]

What is everyone concerned about the gambling thing for?

Isn't EVERYONE there going to be heavily armed?

Funny that being heavily armed is legal but gambling's a no-no. Reminds me of the gun/liquor law differences between VA and MD. In MD you can go to jail for carrying a gun but you can pull up to any drive through liquor store and get a pint of Jack and a cup full of ice. Something wrong with that picture.

[Hiwaytahell]

What is everyone concerned about the gambling thing for?

Isn't EVERYONE there going to be heavily armed?

Funny that being heavily armed is legal but gambling's a no-no. Reminds me of the gun/liquor law differences between VA and MD. In MD you can go to jail for carrying a gun but you can pull up to any drive through liquor store and get a pint of Jack and a cup full of ice. Something wrong with that picture.

Agreed...

[JeffJ]

I personally do not think the Gmbling thing would be a problem. I was at a State Police picnic a few years ago and they had a 50-50 drawing to support the family of a fallen officer. I have also played 50/50 at firehouse during a country dance. I think more money would be collected when people know they have a chance to win their money, and some, back. With a Jar, people have to try and figure out what they think is an appropriate donation.

Just my 2 cents.

[OakRidgeStars]

I haven't been following this thread since I didn't think I'd be able to attend. But it looks like I might, even though I will have VA-ALERT duty that weekend.

So, can someone confirm that the OC Picnic will be on September 26?

Thanks

[zephyp]

I haven't been following this thread since I didn't think I'd be able to attend. But it looks like I might, even though I will have VA-ALERT duty that weekend.

So, can someone confirm that the OC Picnic will be on September 26?

Thanks

Right now it looks like 26 Sep is the day from 10 - 2:30 in Fredericksburg - HOWEVER - Rick will probably be making an official announcement soon so consider this info as only a "draft" heads up for planning purposes only.

[OakRidgeStars]

Thanks DK. I'll stay tuned for more info