The Quest of the Quaich

**Mike_Oettle** · 3rd February 11, 01:01 PM

Well, if this thing travels westward, it must sooner or later run out of North America (and Hawaii). Then there is New Zealand (which if I recall aright is a bit east of Japan), and after that Australia . . . and then there’s the Indian Ocean . . .
This is beginning to get very interesting indeed.
Regards,
Mike

**The Barry** · 3rd February 11, 03:21 PM

Originally Posted by Steve Ashton

Aren't those the famous last words of the Donner Party

No, I'm pretty sure that the last words were something like "damn, I'm hungry".

Too soon? I'll be here all week, try the haggis!

**piperdbh** · 3rd February 11, 04:44 PM

Originally Posted by CDNSushi

Whenever the quaich manages to make its way over here is fine by me... Actually, truth be told, if I had the choice, I would ideally love to see it in July, August, or early September, so I could climb to the summit of Mt. Fuji with it...
Climbing season is only 2 months of the year due to severe weather.

But failing that, any time of year is fine too.

When do the cherry trees bloom in Japan? That would make a pretty picture.

**CDNSushi** · 4th February 11, 09:08 AM

Originally Posted by piperdbh

When do the cherry trees bloom in Japan? That would make a pretty picture.

Depends on the region. They start down South earlier, making their way North. But if I were to do a traditional "hanami" event (a Japanese picnic among the cherry trees) around these parts it would be around the first weekend in April.

Although, that may easily vary from year to year by as much as almost a whole month. I've seen them bloom almost into May.

Near us, Minobu Temple is the site of a 400-year old weeping cherry tree that's truly a sight to behold when it's in full bloom.

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**Jordan** · 4th February 11, 09:21 AM

Wow that is some tree, it must be something to see it in person

**CDNSushi** · 6th February 11, 10:25 AM

Originally Posted by Jordan

Wow that is some tree, it must be something to see it in person

It's arguably best to go see it near the end of cherry blossom season. Whenever the breeze picks up, it rains down cherry blossoms everywhere, almost like snow. Very pretty and romantic. :-)

**Mikilt** · 6th February 11, 08:57 PM

Originally Posted by McClef

Isn't Seattle a little EAST of Victoria?

East: It's the other West

**Standard** · 6th February 11, 09:51 PM

Originally Posted by auld argonian

...ISAS Highland Games June 17 and 18...just wanted to mention that...hint...hint...

Best

AA

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**sydnie7** · 27th March 11, 03:56 PM

I'm cooking up an idea to coincide with the 2012 Ventura Games (gotta plan these things well in advance!). Is the Quaich booked for the first weekend in October 2012? If not, please pencil us in and stay tuned. . .

**Downunder Kilt** · 19th April 11, 11:59 PM

Ladies and Gentlemen of XMarks, I am pleased to advise that the Quaich has arrived safely in Melbourne, Australia and plans for the visit are well underway. Photos to follow at regular intervals