Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective

08-16-2009, 02:43 PM

Having heard all the chatter over the last few years of the epic event called Shack Herf, I knew I needed to attend at least one. In my wildest dreams I could have never imagined what was in store for us. Being a trooper, my wife agreed to take the trip. Both of us lead rather stressful lives so a quiet weekend on the shores of Lake Erie sounded like a perfect weekend. We arrived around noon on Friday and were greeted by our host Dave. First impressions are often misleading but as the weekend went on I found my first impression of Dave would be spot on. Mine of Dave was a quiet man, not needing to be the center of attention but very capable of making his presence known in necessary. Gracious and warm, his early concern was that we felt welcome and comfortable.

There were ample places to relax and unwind.

As the crowd began to grow and the day went on we found ourselves overwhelmed with good food, plenty to drink, cigars everywhere you looked and what turned out to be the gem of the weekend, great friendship. Being able to put faces to names, shake someone’s hand, sit in a small slice of heaven and share a cigar is the part of this weekend I will remember forever. As the day winded down we found ourselves sitting on the shore watching the sunset, sharing cigars and enjoying one another’s friendship.

With so much to do and absorb the first day was a tad overwhelming. As we pulled out of the driveway on day one my wife looked over at me and said "If they do this again we better be coming back". We both woke up early Saturday morning and found ourselves rushing to get ready at the Hotel. Arriving earlier in the day on day 2 we decided to take the scooters on a ride around the island.

The scenery is breathtaking and humbling.

Cont…

08-16-2009, 02:46 PM

On the island is a Civil War Cemetery and as we walked quietly through the hallowed grounds I was reminded of the sacrifice and price those who came before me had paid for my ability to enjoy the life that my family and I far too often take for granted.

After more food than anyone could possibly eat, we ventured out on the Jet skies.

What a wonderful way to release stress, doing 60mph on the lakefront. The sound of corn bags hitting plywood was as prevalent in the background as the waves hitting the shore. The tournament took 2 full days to complete and it wasn’t hard to find someone telling stories of their match.

In the barn there were nightly poker games for those poker players and based on the crowd sitting at tables each night, someone walked away with a nice pile of cigars. After a long weekend of sharing the pleasures that a man has obviously worked very hard to achieve I found myself honored to be included. Over the weekend we witnessed the best this community has to offer; and for that I will be forever grateful.

Thank You!
Chuck

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Bax · 08-16-2009, 02:59 PM

Great pics! Sounds like a wonderful time!

G G · 08-16-2009, 03:15 PM

Wow Chuck, thanks for sharing.

DPD6030 · 08-16-2009, 03:38 PM

Great photos Chuck. I'm glad you and the Mrs. enjoyed the Shack. I'm sad I missed this as I was stoked to be able to go and then work prevented me from going. I hope to make it if they have this again next year.

WildBlueSooner · 08-16-2009, 03:40 PM

Makes me sad to have missed it!

68TriShield · 08-16-2009, 04:47 PM

It was great meeting you and Linda,and yes,I agree SH is everything everyone says and more

Smokin Gator · 08-16-2009, 04:31 PM

Thanks for sharing... sure looks like it was an absolute blast!!! A bucket lister for me for sure!!

Ender · 08-16-2009, 05:04 PM

Like I said Klugs, this weekend was an absolute blessing. I don't think any of us could thank you enough. Your hospitality, generosity and character quality are impossible to top.

Ender · 08-16-2009, 05:07 PM

To everyone that made me look like a chump next to your generosity...thanks! What a increadible bunch of people. Can't wait to meet up again sometime.

kelmac07 · 08-16-2009, 05:07 PM

Thanks for the pics Chuck...looks like a great time was had by all.

Noodles · 08-16-2009, 06:14 PM

Thanks for the pictures.

alley00p · 08-16-2009, 07:42 PM

Thanks for sharing your pics, Chuck.... Wish I could've gone!!!

massphatness · 08-16-2009, 08:39 PM

Looks and sounds like a fantastic weekend. Thanks for sharing.

BORIStheBLADE · 08-16-2009, 09:33 PM

Looks like a good time.

That third picture looks like the one in the CA banner.

King James · 08-16-2009, 09:38 PM

great pics of not only the shack, but around the island!

icehog3 · 08-16-2009, 11:00 PM

It was great to meet you and Linda, Chuck....thanks for the great photos too.

elderboy02 · 08-16-2009, 11:12 PM

Great pictures and a great story Chuck. It was a pleasure seeing you and your wife again.

MedicCook · 08-16-2009, 11:18 PM

Thanks for sharing your stories and pictures Chuck. Looks liek a great time. I wish I was able to join everyone.

colimo · 08-16-2009, 11:30 PM

great pics and a nice perspective....makes me want to get there

08-16-2009, 02:43 PM	#1
ChasDen Guest Posts: n/a	Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Having heard all the chatter over the last few years of the epic event called Shack Herf, I knew I needed to attend at least one. In my wildest dreams I could have never imagined what was in store for us. Being a trooper, my wife agreed to take the trip. Both of us lead rather stressful lives so a quiet weekend on the shores of Lake Erie sounded like a perfect weekend. We arrived around noon on Friday and were greeted by our host Dave. First impressions are often misleading but as the weekend went on I found my first impression of Dave would be spot on. Mine of Dave was a quiet man, not needing to be the center of attention but very capable of making his presence known in necessary. Gracious and warm, his early concern was that we felt welcome and comfortable. There were ample places to relax and unwind. As the crowd began to grow and the day went on we found ourselves overwhelmed with good food, plenty to drink, cigars everywhere you looked and what turned out to be the gem of the weekend, great friendship. Being able to put faces to names, shake someone’s hand, sit in a small slice of heaven and share a cigar is the part of this weekend I will remember forever. As the day winded down we found ourselves sitting on the shore watching the sunset, sharing cigars and enjoying one another’s friendship. With so much to do and absorb the first day was a tad overwhelming. As we pulled out of the driveway on day one my wife looked over at me and said "If they do this again we better be coming back". We both woke up early Saturday morning and found ourselves rushing to get ready at the Hotel. Arriving earlier in the day on day 2 we decided to take the scooters on a ride around the island. The scenery is breathtaking and humbling. Cont…

08-16-2009, 02:46 PM	#2
ChasDen Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective On the island is a Civil War Cemetery and as we walked quietly through the hallowed grounds I was reminded of the sacrifice and price those who came before me had paid for my ability to enjoy the life that my family and I far too often take for granted. After more food than anyone could possibly eat, we ventured out on the Jet skies. What a wonderful way to release stress, doing 60mph on the lakefront. The sound of corn bags hitting plywood was as prevalent in the background as the waves hitting the shore. The tournament took 2 full days to complete and it wasn’t hard to find someone telling stories of their match. In the barn there were nightly poker games for those poker players and based on the crowd sitting at tables each night, someone walked away with a nice pile of cigars. After a long weekend of sharing the pleasures that a man has obviously worked very hard to achieve I found myself honored to be included. Over the weekend we witnessed the best this community has to offer; and for that I will be forever grateful. Thank You! Chuck Click the following link for a slide show of all my photos: ( Link )

08-16-2009, 02:59 PM	#3
Bax C A P S...CAPS CAPS CAPS! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Ringgold,GA Posts: 2,173 Trading: (70)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Great pics! Sounds like a wonderful time! __________________ I'm the most interesting man in the world... but only if you find stupid stuff really interesting.

08-16-2009, 03:15 PM	#4
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,730 Trading: (10)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Wow Chuck, thanks for sharing.

08-16-2009, 03:38 PM	#5
DPD6030 Shepard of the sheeple Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: The Mitten Posts: 7,166 Trading: (151)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Great photos Chuck. I'm glad you and the Mrs. enjoyed the Shack. I'm sad I missed this as I was stoked to be able to go and then work prevented me from going. I hope to make it if they have this again next year.

08-16-2009, 03:40 PM	#6
WildBlueSooner I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: James Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,322 Trading: (19)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Makes me sad to have missed it! __________________ "To dilute the will to win is to destroy the purpose of the game. There is no substitute for victory"-- Douglas MacArthur

08-16-2009, 04:47 PM	#7
68TriShield Got Torque? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Maryland Posts: 7,194 Trading: (40)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective It was great meeting you and Linda,and yes,I agree SH is everything everyone says and more

08-16-2009, 04:31 PM	#8
Smokin Gator Just plain insane! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Swamp Posts: 6,237 Trading: (106)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Thanks for sharing... sure looks like it was an absolute blast!!! A bucket lister for me for sure!! __________________ Check out the Cigar Asylum Newbie Sampler Trade

08-16-2009, 05:04 PM	#9
Ender Ok, maybe just one. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: Michigan Posts: 771 Trading: (1)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Like I said Klugs, this weekend was an absolute blessing. I don't think any of us could thank you enough. Your hospitality, generosity and character quality are impossible to top. __________________ You can't talk your way out of problems you behave yourself into. Last edited by Ender; 08-16-2009 at 05:05 PM. Reason: spelling

08-16-2009, 05:07 PM	#10
Ender Ok, maybe just one. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: Michigan Posts: 771 Trading: (1)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective To everyone that made me look like a chump next to your generosity...thanks! What a increadible bunch of people. Can't wait to meet up again sometime. __________________ You can't talk your way out of problems you behave yourself into.

08-16-2009, 05:07 PM	#11
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Thanks for the pics Chuck...looks like a great time was had by all.

08-16-2009, 06:14 PM	#12
Noodles Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 412 Trading: (2)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Thanks for the pictures.

08-16-2009, 07:42 PM	#13
alley00p Adopted MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: HOCKEYTOWN! Posts: 1,770 Trading: (41)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Thanks for sharing your pics, Chuck.... Wish I could've gone!!! __________________ Alley00p - I may be a FOG, but I'm still trying to dance!! Just don't trip over my cane!

08-16-2009, 08:39 PM	#14
massphatness Where's my buffaloooo ... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Vin Location: MassHolia Posts: 12,690 Trading: (206)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Looks and sounds like a fantastic weekend. Thanks for sharing. __________________ *Help Support The Navy SEAL Foundation: HERE*

08-16-2009, 09:33 PM	#15
BORIStheBLADE _ Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Santa Clara, CA Posts: 643 Trading: (4)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Looks like a good time. That third picture looks like the one in the CA banner. __________________ I.B.E.W LOCAL # 617

08-16-2009, 09:38 PM	#16
King James Regard Me! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jim Location: Dark Side Of The Moon Posts: 2,565 Trading: (2)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective great pics of not only the shack, but around the island! __________________ Mob Herfin' Since 2006

08-16-2009, 11:00 PM	#17
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,440 Trading: (60)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective It was great to meet you and Linda, Chuck....thanks for the great photos too. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

08-16-2009, 11:12 PM	#18
elderboy02 Lets Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 12,509 Trading: (133)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Great pictures and a great story Chuck. It was a pleasure seeing you and your wife again.

08-16-2009, 11:18 PM	#19
MedicCook Mila smoked my cigar Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Schaghticoke, NY Posts: 10,946 Trading: (7)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective Thanks for sharing your stories and pictures Chuck. Looks liek a great time. I wish I was able to join everyone. __________________ 27 World Series Championship's "If your wife doesn't like the aroma of your cigar, change your wife.", Zino Davidoff

08-16-2009, 11:30 PM	#20
colimo friend of Brother Maynard Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: doug Location: centennial, colorado Posts: 1,322 Trading: (41)	Re: Shack Herf 09 - Our Perspective great pics and a nice perspective....makes me want to get there __________________ Life is too short for cheap beer, cheap liguor and bad cigars...gimme a guinness, glenlivet and a good cigar on a golf course and its heaven on earth!!