Toys For Tots Tour 2005

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

The 2005 Toys For Tots Tour
It is a gain time to get out that boat to do some good things. This year the 2005 Toys for Tots tour will take place on December 3. This unique event is the worlds only boating Toys for Tots Tour. It is tremendous fun and puts some nice gifts in the hands of some deserving children. .
This event will take place on Dec 3rd at Hickory Point Park in Lake County. Hickory Point Park is on H-way 19 on the shore of lake Harris between Howey in the Hills and Tavares. There will be a pre-tour briefing at 12:00 noon. We encourage all participants to meet early in the day to enjoy lunch and a pretour gathering at the Hickory Point Pavilions. Bring a covered dish a good appetite an unwrapped toy or gift and that great attitude with a big smile.
The in water tour will start at 1:00 pm [13:00 hours]. Previous to 1:00pm we would like the participating boats to be all gathered at one side of the H-way 19 bridge and exactly 1;00 o’clock a signal will be given showing that is 1:00 o’clock and the tour is to start. Please note that this is not a race or a mad speed dash. There are no set speed limits on these lakes and all participants should use the utmost care to assure that event is safe for all concerned. The tour will proceed across lake Harris through the Dead River Canal and the across Lake Eustis to the City Dock right in Down Town Eustis. There you will be received by some sensational smiling faces that will collect your gifts and impart festive greeting to you and your crew. This event will be officiated by the U.S. Marines as this an official U.S. Marine Toys for Tots event.
We would like to extend this invitation to you and all you know to enjoy this sensational event. For more information or suggestions or ideas please contact Rus Matos 5327 Goddard Ave Orl. Fla. 32810 E-mail [email protected] or call 407-760 3481.

[oldschoolltv]

sounds good hope I make this one, Matt

[Slider]

Count me in! Hopefully the weather will cooperate this year...

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

The weather is going to be great. It is going to be cool and sunny with no or little breeze.... the water is going to be flat with only enough ripple to make your tunnel boat go the fastest and smoothest... Please pass on the news of this event to all you know.... I would love to see this event to be a big toy bash for great kids from great guys....

[69sanger]

I'll tyr not to blow mine up before the event this year!!!!!

[Fish]

got my new power bolted on!!!! I am in, wooohooo!!!!

[PARKER RABE]

It Was A Little Ruff Last Year

[Wile E. Coyote]

Ill be there if the weather is good, I like the event, but it aint worth breakin by boat AGAIN!!! (yes i broke it last year, no i wont break it this year)!!!!
See ya all there, i'll mooch a ride if the weather sucks...... :p

[EASY MONEY]

parker you woose it was perfect last year solid 3-4s its great count me in :D

[Tom Foley]

I am bringing the 21 Mako that ought to be good for Lake Harris !!

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

Like I said the weather will be perfect..... and there will be lots of great people enjoying the tour, we are going to be blessed withall the best of situations.... heck no-one could have had worst luck than me on this event and it has not dampened my enthusiasm ,,,, chin up have cofidence, chanpions like you can not be abated by a little bumpy water

[Tom Foley]

Russ , I hope all goes well but I am still bringing my new Stihl 290 for those trailer bunks !!Someone post a pic .

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

Look for the artical in a major boating mag or on ship shape tv . long bunks for your trailer ... the trend of the future ... It will be as common as the Big Gulp.remember when the big gulp was beyound reason as a beverage. look for more news of great new boating innovations at www.long bunks .com. ..... we look forward to seeing you great guys at Toys for tots 2005

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

I hope that you all have not lost interest... I have been away working lots of overtime and have not see who all might be coming

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

if you have any Ideas as to what might be fun to do also at this event ... let me know... who can eat enchilada for breakfast.

[79Tron]

I had alot of fun at this event last year and the best part is that its for a good cause. Im dissapointed there isnt much excitement about it!

[Fish]

Tots run rocks!! I can't wait!!

[RNM018]

Don't Fret None , This thread was started 3 weeks ago , all the talk then was
The Jungle Run . Now that's past and this is back at the top I'm sure it will catch the interest of all . After last weekend run it still looks like most every one is just waiting for an excuse to get back to the water . See Ya All There. Rich Martin 018 :D

[scawd the dog]

Russ:
The family and I are planning to attend.....Looking forward to this event! :)
Brent

[Sid Vicious]

I'm ready to go, hopefully the weather will be like last weekend at the Den. As always this is a good cause. See you guys there.
Sid

[ZiemerSTV]

I'll be there as long as the weather holds. I was just waiting for Sid Vicious to commit.

[bonswalla]

I'M IN !! This sounds like a great idea, i have not been down there before, but i love the idea of this. The only thing i need to do is look on a map and figure out where it is. Is there any sort of schedule set up as to host hotel, is the ride saturday or sunday, any thing happening friday night, etc. It seems i need all the info you have.

[Sid Vicious]

I'm committed, ready to go. Won't be running to hard, Sterling will be with me so I'll commit to the 5k rpm rule with him in the boat and balls to the wall with him out of the boat. See ya there.

[PARKER RABE]

IT SURE WAS ALOT NICER WHEN IT WAS ON THE RIVER , ITS OVER IN ABOUT 10 MINUTES ON THE LAKES
WE NEED TO MOVE IT TO THE SWANNIE !!! :eek:
THE SWANNIE IS BY FAR THE BEST PLACE TO RUN IN FLORIDA !HANDS DOWN !

[RNM018]

HEY PARKER , You know Lake Harris has a shore line . If you ran around the lake instead of just making a beeline to the Dead River , it would be a real long trip . How about a poker type run ? Not nessesarly cards but something to do on the way around . R.O.A.R ,( Danny ) use to put on a treasure hunt on this chain . That was a BLAST . I'm sure some of you all were around for some of those . Anyway just thought I'd through it out there . Russ was asking for ideas . Rich Martin 018 :D

[PARKER RABE]

Sounds Good Running The Shore Line , Everybody B Lines It And Its Over So Fast ! Be Fun To Strech It Out

[vector mike]

click here (http://losleonesjrs.com/Field%20Maps/Hickory%20Point%20Fields.pdf#search='hickory%20point%20park%20fl')

Try this link to get directions.

Hope it works. It's been awhile since I've done this.

:D

[bonswalla]

is this a one day gig or a two day play?

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

there is over 40 miles of shore line on lake harris .and the are plenty of places to run in the nearly dozen lakes conected . It would be fun to tour after the toy event to other lakes. throw in some ideas out.... the Eustis race course is right there... dose any one know the rout to lake griffin? .................Thanks for the enthusiasm and intrest...next year we might tour from Porkys in welatka to Palatka ... I realize the tour rout is short ... but that leaves later ride options open to you all.... the swanee is an option but the limited public receival sites are of consideration . also the logistics for the Marines can be of concideration... thanks again

[Minx]

We were one of the first one's there last year. We were running around for about and hour waiting for the start. When it was time to start, one engine kept backfiring and dieing when trying to get on a plane. Found out later, I had blow a power valve. Hopefully, we will have better luck this year. :)

[RNM018]

HAINES CREEK is where you have to pass through to get to Lake Griffin . You must go through a lock on the creek ,so i'm not sure how many boats can get by at once . Rich Martin 018

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

next year this might move from here to the welatka /palatka area.........so hold for right now .... and just think ,you can snak on Tamale`s and chili and what else before the tour ... who is bringing what else to snack on,,,

[Fish]

We were one of the first one's there last year. We were running around for about and hour waiting for the start. When it was time to start, one engine kept backfiring and dieing when trying to get on a plane. Found out later, I had blow a power valve. Hopefully, we will have better luck this year. :)

what cha bringing from Cuda's Navy?

Russ, is there a parking lot party?

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

that is up to you .... but what i will say that we can get together for a pre tour shared lunch.... I am bringing Tamales mybe some other can bring that great grub I have heard about...thanks for your interest it will be great....!

[Sid Vicious]

Hey Rus do you have a head count on the number of boats.

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

no head count yet , but you are #1... thanks for your partisipation. It takes a little more than a fondness of boating to tool up for several events one after another .mention of the tour being short has come forward ,but there are miles and miles of interconecting lakes. that are open for lots of fun .

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

I have to get those mailers to the postal service right away......

[Slider]

Dang, I wanted to be #1...

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

be there when the park opens then there will be no way to dispute who is #1. who is bringing what munch on... I made the Tamales & Chili for my gang at work for the Thanksgiving lunchon, it was great ,a bit spicy, i hope you like spicy......

[Ky River Rat]

I would just like to make the trip one time

[Slider]

I'm with Rich. Weather permitting, there is plenty of shoreline to run to make the trip worth while. You don't need to make a beeline to Gators. Anyone bringing a video camera? I think S&F needs a new video to download. Outboard overkill and the like are still fun to watch, but I really think it needs something a little newer:D

[Minx]

what cha bringing from Cuda's Navy?

Russ, is there a parking lot party?
Fish, I'm hoping to have the newest addition to the fleet ready. They have fixed the hatch where there was a scoop that made the entire hatch droop to the middle. They are pulling the tranny Monday, and I'll drop it off for a rebuild on Tuesday.

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

we are looking forward to seing your new project... yes there are lots of option as far as the course to follow... and a party is always an option , beyond the brunch .. it all can be great fun

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

Ky river rat did I not send you an event shirt with a mirage shirt ???

[XTB21]

here ya go rich 39 miles of shore line just plug this route in your GPS.


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[RNM018]

THANKS CHUCK ,Only if I had a GPS or new what to heck all that means . How's it going over there ? Feel bad I havan't gotten to spend much time in that area lately. Let the Frabots know I said Hi , Hope to catch up with every one at the TOTS RUN. Rich Martin 018 :D

[bonswalla]

have anyone got a head count yet? I dont think i have most of ya'll yet, but i'm

fixin to. Looking forward to this!

[Slider]

Something like this is right at 24 Miles. If you skipped the Lake Harris portion and just ran the shoreline of Lake Eustis, it would put you at 15 Miles each way.

[RNM018]

YA , That's what I'm talkin about . 48 Miles ,that's a full tank for me .Lets see if I make it back to the trailer without a rope . :D Any taker on this one? Only missed Astor by about 3/4 of a mile at the Jungle Run . Damn thing ran out plum in front of the Den . Rich Martin 018 :eek:

[Tom Foley]

48 miles is a half day at the Suwannee River !!!!

[PARKER RABE]

Move It To The Swannie

[XTB21]

Oops my bad i thought you had a GPS. oh well its like ths map slider put up except mine took you across lil lake harris.

i'll let Dorsey and margret know ya said hi, aint much going on around here though just getting ready for the Specks to stat biting.

Maybe by then i'll have a lower unit ready to go.

[Minx]

Move It To The Swannie
I'd like to see you name a facility with enough dockage and dining space to accomodate this event on the Suwannee. There isn't one.

[RNM018]

PARKER , Minx makes a good point . About the only drop off point that could be useable on the Swanie would be Hart Springs , and then there is still no dinning . It would be picnicing or if you could have someone there grilling before hand . For this year it way to late to be making location changes . But Russ has always been open for sujestions . Maybe next year if we can all start helping plan a little earlyer Russ could arrange for another location . Remeber THIS ONE IS NOT FOR US , It's To Help Out The Less Fortunate Then We Are . :D Rich Martin 018

[bonswalla]

Gotta love a jet boat! I cant make a 48 mile run without more fuel. Any one know if there are any fuel stops along the way?

[RNM018]

There's Fuel 1/2 way , I think there may even be two fuel docks in the Dead River . One at Vick's and I know theres one at the bridge . Rich Martin 018

[Minx]

Another reason the Suwannee wouldn't work it that nobody lives up there. My girlfriend was born and raised in Old Town, and I know the area well. With the run at the Harris Chain, it can pull boats from Orlando, Daytona, Leesburg, Jacksonville, and the Tampa Bay region with no more than a couple hours drive. I really can't think of a better place to hold a good sized boating event in the state.

[Minx]

I just picked up the tranny from my 22, and dropped it off to be rebuilt, I'm hoping to have it ready for the TFT run. :)

[Slider]

I had to split the map in two because of the file size restrictions. I have a single map of the whole area if anyone is interested. I think it is like 300K in size in PDF format.


I must admit, the Suwannee would be a beautiful run. Unfortunately it is a 3+ hour drive for me. I dont' have that kind of cash for the fuel, both truck and boat, as well as a hotel room for the weekend. Others are right, the facilities at both the start and finish are cabable of accomodating the TFT runs. The only bad thing is that we are at the mercy of mother nature. Russ, you still got a handle on that part? You promised some good weather;)

There is fuel available on the Dead River.

The address is:

Hickory Point Recreational Facility
27341 State Road 19
Tavares, FL 32778

Or click http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?address=27341%20State%20Road%2019&city=Tavares&state=FL&zipcode=32778%2d4251&country=US&title=27341%20State%20Road%2019%20Tavares%2c%20FL%2032778%2d4251%2c%20US&cid=lfmaplink2

[RNM018]

GIFT IDEAS , I'm open for suggestion on gifts for the TOY TOUR , anybody got some relativly inexpensive ideas . I usauly drop about $30.oo to $40.oo bucks on coloring and art suplies, but I've done this for a couple of years now . Not having any children of my own kind of leaves me in the dark at this TOY SHOPPING SUBJECT . Just wondering what you all are thinking about . Rich Martin 018

[Li'l Toy]

My youngest is 18, so I haven't been in a Toys r Us in ages, but I figured I would go look for toy boats--solid stuff, not battery powered R/C. Figured boats would be fitting.

[79Tron]

Im trying real hard to find a nice used midsection so I can get my boat together for the run. Anyone have one? either way I will be there

[RNM018]

TRON , What is it you need a mid. for? Just the can , or you need the clamp bracket also ? Integral pump or remote ? Rich Martin 018

[79Tron]

RNM018, 20" 2.4 I need it complete with clamp bracket single ram trim with remote pump. I saw you with your gas can out in front of the den nice boat.

[RNM018]

TRON , All I've got is cans . Made a couple of call , but no luck . The only one I found complete he wants to keep . Sorry , and Good Luck . Rich Martin 018

[Tom Foley]

Tron , I have a stock 1984 200 2.4 complete mid with clamp bracket assy etc sitting in my shop . I do not have the remote pump but RL or Steve on the parts forum must have one . I will take 450 for the assy I have . Make offer , I will be in the shop on monday . Or pm me . See ya Tom .

[euro scott]

i got a pump, like new from bobs machine complete with lines ,etc,let me know if your interested

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

When I saw the weather man I sent my daughterover there with $10 and a note as a bribe to get good weather ... I am sure my bribe money was well spent... you all cross your fingers and say a prayer ... it will all help ,,,, darn mt , tamales are burning , got to go ... hey thank for all your great intrest and in the year to come with you help we will find a site more to your liking ... how about a school supply drive at the Swanee in july ... the, ride, tour ,drive ,scream and fly school supply collection event. thAT MIGHT WORK?

[Minx]

Let's hope the weather is like this weekend, perfect!

[RNM018]

Been Chasing Grimliin All Weekend , Think I've got them all whorn out now . God knows the neighbers are sick of them also. Well back to the lake to see how it is under load . Rich Martin 018 :confused:

[RNM018]

NowWe're Cooking With Gas ,Got rid of the Grimlins . Already been to Wally World . Being the Thrifty Shopper ( TIGHT WODD) I am ,Stumbled into a clearance rack . Had some Cool Stuff for less then 1/2 price . Picked up 2ea Jesse James Project Trucks (Skool Bus & Wedding Chaple) for just $9.00ea . This left extra cash for more TOYS . Got out the door with 5 cool gifts for rite at $40.oo bucks . Anyone else got there TOY RUN SHOPPIG DONE YET ? Suprisingly low traffic at the store today ! Go check it out . Rich Martin 018 :D

[1BadAction]

:( :( :( :( :(

[Hot Shot Merc]

NowWe're Cooking With Gas ,Got rid of the Grimlins . Already been to Wally World . Being the Thrifty Shopper ( TIGHT WODD) I am ,Stumbled into a clearance rack . Had some Cool Stuff for less then 1/2 price . Picked up 2ea Jesse James Project Trucks (Skool Bus & Wedding Chaple) for just $9.00ea . This left extra cash for more TOYS . Got out the door with 5 cool gifts for rite at $40.oo bucks . Anyone else got there TOY RUN SHOPPIG DONE YET ? Suprisingly low traffic at the store today ! Go check it out . Rich Martin 018 :DRich its neat to see ya got a big heart.The kids will love those things.Good man. ;)

[1BadAction]

I just picked up a few of these to take to the kiddies at the TFT run down here in my GTO. pun intended :D:D:D

http://img495.imageshack.us/img495/8980/mm49451t9iy.jpg

[Tom Foley]

Might make it ......chain saw is running good Russ , youre trailer bunks will never be the same again !

[RNM018]

TRAILER BUNKS ,NO your mistaken , Those are Latino Swim Platforms ! :eek: Somebody just forgot to tell him they where suppost to be attached to the boat ,not the trailer! Rich Martin 018 :rolleyes:

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

I talk about my boat alot about how much fun I have with all you guys at the swanee. at smith bend The RBR and the Toys tour. And when people ask how big my boat is ,I look the strait in the eye and say " well let me put it to you this way the trailer it sits on measures over 25 feet long "

[RNM018]

Hey Guys , Times getting close! Collected more gifts today from fellow employees . Stll kicking the trees to see what else may fall out ! :D Rich Martin 018

[bonswalla]

Hope everyone likes hot dogs!

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

the tamales are going to be searved with a chili sauce ....... I reaserved the pavilion and to my surprise there was a bit of a cost to the securing of this cite. if ya all can bring a bout one dollar and fourty threecents or so we could cover that rental cost,,, if you might? they have waived the park entrence fee at hickory point... the weather is forcast to be from the low 50's in the morning to a mid day hi of 75. thanks for your intrest and supprt in this great Toys for Tots cause

[Slider]

Got the toys at Wally World Sunday Night. They didn't have much on the clearance rack, but the Hot Wheels, games, footballs and such were very reasonable. The weather is looking pretty good after this rain stuff blows through:)

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

Infact its great that you all care enough to come... for more info on the lakes wwwlakecountyfl.com i think it shows some maps and stuff

[RNM018]

RUS , Did you send out any flyer this time ? Just wondering. Rich Martin 018

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

May Be I Have Your Old Adress. When You See Me Fill Out A New Form To Update . ... Thank See Younsoon

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

there is a great web site that shows you all about almost any waterway , maps and all www.wateratlas.org... i looked on it and saw arial veiws from the satilite of the tout site ... look up your own home waters....

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

I paid the final deposite today and went to visit the park it is really nice the pavilion will be perfect for our covered dish brunch...

[Minx]

I think I got the Formula ready to run today. I'm taking it to Lake Monroe tomorrow to smoke test it. :)

[The Big Al]

'This event will take place on Dec 3rd at Hickory Point Park in Lake County. Hickory Point Park is on H-way 19 on the shore of lake Harris between Howey in the Hills and Tavares.'


I guess this is some were in FLa?:rolleyes:

I have no idea were Hickory Point park is? ( I live 10 miles from Hickory NC)
We also have a HWY 19, But no Hickory Point Park and we have the Taverns in the Hills, but not Hills in the Taverns.

And yes, I'm being a butt hole! You have to understand, we all don't know where you are talking about. We live all over the county!

Al

[Slider]

I think I got the Formula ready to run today. I'm taking it to Lake Monroe tomorrow to smoke test it. :)

Let me know if you need some help;) Depending on the winds, I might be up for a run on Lake Monroe:)

[Minx]

Let me know if you need some help;) Depending on the winds, I might be up for a run on Lake Monroe:)
I've got to go to the jobsite for a while in the morning, and should hit the boat ramp on 17/92 around noon or one o'clock.

[RNM018]

BIG AL ,If your interested there is a link to Map Quest on page 4 posted by SLIDER . To help you locate the general area , It is Lake County Florida , On High Way 19 , Between Astatua,Fl. and Howie In The Hills , Fl.. The lakes on which this event take place are , Lake Harris and Lake Eustis which are joined by the Dead River . Hope this helps at such a late date . Wish you could have asked for help earlyer . Rich Martin 018

[The Big Al]

BIG AL ,If your interested there is a link to Map Quest on page 4 posted by SLIDER . To help you locate the general area , It is Lake County Florida , On High Way 19 , Between Astatua,Fl. and Howie In The Hills , Fl.. The lakes on which this event take place are , Lake Harris and Lake Eustis which are joined by the Dead River . Hope this helps at such a late date . Wish you could have asked for help earlyer . Rich Martin 018

You are so correct about the late date for me! I did have other plans for that date with my old 66 mustang, but seeing how it found a new home the date is now open. And I am famos for last min. planing. But the good news is, I'm only 7 hours away! I have a Bullet boat, and see thier is a lot of big boats! Is this big water? Salt water?
Hell I just checked the weather, it's gona be nice!( see my little brain is going 75mph)

Al

[bonswalla]

This is all freshwater. These are a couple of medium sized lakes. They are shallow and can get rough when the wind blows, but i understand that Rus has done a weather dance and got us some good weather.Hope you can make the trip. I am in brunswick, ga. but i will be leaving tonight about six o'clock. Got a bag full of toys. Looking forward to meeting everyone!

[RACEBOATRUS.ONE]

Darn right I am dancin, and that is just to keep warm. It is the morning of and its cold , but with a clear day in forcast and projected temp in the 70`s it should be perfect thanks for your intrest and partisipation . lookforward to seeing you all today.............................

[Slider]

On my way with toys in hand:D