2011 Kentucky Scottish Weekend

**Mark Stephenson** · 4th May 11, 09:05 AM

Originally Posted by creagdhubh

I just received our advance tickets in the post today (along with Lewis Kilt Hose from Matthew Newsome!). My lovely bride and I shall be there. We would love to meet all of you who plan to attend. Let's hope for a dry, seasonable day in Kentucky!

Please stop by the Clan MacTavish tent and say hello. Chances are I'll be wearing Lewis Kilt Hose I also got from Matt.

**creagdhubh** · 4th May 11, 09:17 AM

Originally Posted by Mark Stephenson

Please stop by the Clan MacTavish tent and say hello. Chances are I'll be wearing Lewis Kilt Hose I also got from Matt.

We will Mark, thank you! Do you know if personal coolers are allowed? My wife, Stephanie, and I always bring our own beverages and snacks to Highland games and other related events.

Slainte,

**Mark Stephenson** · 4th May 11, 09:24 AM

This will be our first time at these games, so I'm not sure if there are any restrictions on personal coolers. I did not see anything about such restrictions in the info packet we received or on their web site.

**EagleJCS** · 4th May 11, 11:03 AM

The site is a state park, so I would suggest leaving the adult bevvies at home (or leave them in your vehicle and be very discreet about them). State parks in Kentucky are dry (alcohol-free). (It's actually against state law to drink alcohol in a public place - KRS 222.202.)

A flask would probably be OK (again, just be discreet). A six-pack or even a pony keg, while probably popular until confiscated, would probably not.

I'd love to arrange a brief meet-up/photo op in the morning hours, somewhere near the memorial cross? (If you haven't been there before or don't know where it is, just ask the nice folks at the gate.) Since I'll be acting PM on the day, I'll be busy with the pipe band in the hour or so leading up to the opening ceremony and afterwards the band contest(s), so maybe 10:45?

I should also add there are no accommodations for pets at the Games.

**creagdhubh** · 5th May 11, 10:25 AM

Originally Posted by EagleJCS

The site is a state park, so I would suggest leaving the adult bevvies at home (or leave them in your vehicle and be very discreet about them). State parks in Kentucky are dry (alcohol-free). (It's actually against state law to drink alcohol in a public place - KRS 222.202.)

A flask would probably be OK (again, just be discreet). A six-pack or even a pony keg, while probably popular until confiscated, would probably not.

I'd love to arrange a brief meet-up/photo op in the morning hours, somewhere near the memorial cross? (If you haven't been there before or don't know where it is, just ask the nice folks at the gate.) Since I'll be acting PM on the day, I'll be busy with the pipe band in the hour or so leading up to the opening ceremony and afterwards the band contest(s), so maybe 10:45?

I should also add there are no accommodations for pets at the Games.

Hello John,

Thanks for the information mate, I appreciate it. Sure! My wife and I could meet you (and hopefully others who plan to attend?) near the memorial cross. I have no idea wear that is, but like you mentioned, I can ask the people at the gate. I photo opportunity sounds brilliant, and the more 'xmarkers' we can get together, the merrier! Below is a photo of myself and my lovely wife, Stephanie, so you may spot us in the crowd! See you there mate.

**Mark Stephenson** · 5th May 11, 11:23 AM

Re photo op:
That's a great idea. Assuming I can step away from the Clan MacTavish tent for a bit, I'll plan on being there at 10:45.

**creagdhubh** · 5th May 11, 11:32 AM

Originally Posted by Mark Stephenson

Re photo op:
That's a great idea. Assuming I can step away from the Clan MacTavish tent for a bit, I'll plan on being there at 10:45.

Wonderful! We look forward to seeing you. Sandy (JSFMACLJR) may be joining us from Louisville as well. Let's hope for good weather...not entirely too warm, I would like to wear my tweeds!

Yours aye,

**cruiser348** · 5th May 11, 10:15 AM

Going to try to make it down from Ohio. Wouldn't make it in time to take part in a group photo, but will make an attempt to introduce myself at the clan tent that was mentioned. Recently ordered my son's first kilt so hopeful that it arrives in time.

**EagleJCS** · 5th May 11, 03:04 PM

And this would be me and my lovely pipes in my band uniform (at my parents house - they have a digital camera, I still use film, Luddite that I am). Our sporran has changed to a hunting sporran with chrome cantle, and if the temp is expected to be above 78 or so we'll be in short sleeves.

The tartan is Ancient Henderson (kind of a bluish green), and the Glengarry has a blue toorie.

**creagdhubh** · 10th May 11, 08:45 AM

Hello John,

Do we know if there will be any food and drink vendors at the KSW this Saturday? I see that Mothergrove is to be performing there, and they are quite the spectacular band to hear live, as I have seen them many times back in St. Louis where I am originally from. It's hard for me to believe that they will not be selling beer or have some sort of beer tent since it is indeed a Scottish related event and typically, these types of beverages are available at a sponsored event. I am not doubting you in the slightest, just a wee bit disappointed I suppose.

Don't get me wrong here, my lovely wife and I are not alcoholics (simply from good Highland stock!) - far from it! We just like to enjoy a pint or two and an occassional wee dram at almost any type of Scottish related event, especially an event organized in a Highland games format, as that is what we are accustomed to both here in the States and especially abroad in Scotland. Yet this is Kentucky, and obviously there is nothing we can do if the KSW is indeed a dry event, except leave our cooler of Belhaven Scottish Ale and Strongbow English Cider in the car! Oh well, this will be our first time attending and we are both very much excited to be a apart of the festivities. See you all in a few days!

Slainte,