The Dog Days Ale

Silver Anniversary Ale : July 9-11, 2010

[Schedule Of Performances] [List Of Performers] [Registration Check-In] [Site Rules] [Contact Us] [Directions to Campsite] [Tour Directions] [Meals At The Ale] [Off Site Accommodations] [Tourist Information and Weather]

Watch This Space TOP

Wow. We're in the last leg now. All the details of planning are actually firmed up. If you're attending the Ale, be sure to read the check-in details and site rules and print out the directions to camp. We're looking forward to seeing you all. We know it will be a blast.

Schedule of Performances TOP

Saturday, July 10 Tours

Sunday, July 11 Tour

Dancers may want to consult the more complete schedule and driving directions.

List of Performers TOP

Registration and Check In TOP

Check-in on Friday, July 9th will be from 5:00 p.m. - 8-ish. Snacks will be available from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. on Friday night. Late check-in will be from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on Saturday.

We are asking everyone to stop in to the registration tent when you arrive at camp to find out where to pitch your tent, as well as say hello, receive important communications about the ale, get a snack, etc.

However, we'd ask each team to designate one person (and inform Julia Wittner who that person is) for payments, official check-in, and distribution of buttons and t-shirts. We will give this person a registration packet to be handed out to the rest of the team. This person should be ready, willing and able to pay all outstanding balances (if there are any) on behalf of your team at time of pickup.

There will be a signup sheet at registration asking for volunteers for some small jobs, which the ale czars would greatly appreciate your team's help with, and this is a great way to meet new people! We thank you in advance for your help with these volunteer jobs. You help us make the ale the wonderful event it is!

Our hosts, Peter and Peggy Hoover are graciously providing almost complete run of their property for the duration of the Ale. However, please respect their privacy and don't congregate at the house. We will erect a large tent and will set up tables and chairs for meals and as a place to congregate should there be rain.

Ale participants may use Peter's sauna in evening along with its woodstove-fired shower. Peter's pond is available for on-site swimming. Such luxury!

We have designated a section of the campsites for those families with children. This will facilitate the sharing of child care among parents, making it easier for parents to attend the campfire and still be able to keep an eye on their children.

Site Rules TOP

We would also like to clarify some of the site rules to prevent misunderstandings.

  1. Please park along Rumsey Road, on the side closest to Peter's house. We need to keep Peter's driveway clear, although parking in the driveway for the purposes of unloading is fine.

  2. Remember that despite this being the Hounds' Dog Days Ale, no actual dogs or other pets are allowed on the premises.

  3. Please supervise your children. Although the ale site is located in a safe area with low vehicular traffic, there are some intrinsically dangerous aspects of the site. Children under the age of twelve need to be supervised at all times in the following areas.

    • Near the road
    • While wading or swimming in the pond
    • In the sauna
    • At the campfire

    This can either be by the parent or by some other adult who has agreed to watch your child at this time in this area. Do not just assume that someone will do this. It is not a safe assumption.

  4. The interior of our host's house is off-limits, except for emergencies. Check first with the Site Czar, Mike Miller.

Thank you all for your help with these matters. It will help make this a safe and enjoyable ale for everyone.

We look forward to seeing you at the ale!

Contact Us TOP

Contact Julia Wittner, the Dog Days Ale Invitation Czar, for more information.

Directions To Ale Campsite TOP

The Ale camp is based, as in past years, at Peter Hoover's farm, just south-west of Trumansburg, NY. See: Directions to the camp site

Peter Hoover
5785 Rumsey Rd.
Trumansburg, NY 14886
(607) 387-5171

Tour Schedules and Directions TOP

Ale Participants: Detailed Tour Schedules and Driving Directions. Final schedule information and driving directions and will be distributed at the Ale prior to leaving camp. During the day, no one will be at camp to answer questions. Plan accordingly.

Meals At The Ale TOP

All meals from Friday night's light snack to Sunday lunch are included in the Ale fee. The menus for the weekend will largely consist of vegetarian (ovo-lacto, not vegan) dishes. We have tried to anticipate food allergies and restrictions in menu planning. Look at the menus and make sure that we have addressed your specific need. Let us know your restrictions and we'll make an effort to accommodate you. Be sure that your team's squire reports your food restrictions when submitting the final team roster to the Invitation Czar.

Off Site Accommodations TOP

We have plenty of space on-site, but for the camping-impaired, we refer you to a selection of bed and breakfasts and inns that are within 10-15 minutes of the campsite. We encourage those who don't wish to camp on-site to make their reservations for these as soon as possible, as the Finger Lakes are a prominent tourist destination in the summertime.

Trumansburg Area Inns and Bed & Breakfasts

Tourist Information and Weather TOP

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