twinjet's night at the lodge

[twinjet]

Hey gang,
It was a busy weekend for me -- I spent a day in Cooper Landing, AK, which is a small town along the Kenai river. Here, fishermen, adventurers and hippies gather at a cozy little area called Gwin's Lodge. This was my first of two consecutive gigs with local folk-rock group Blackwater Railroad Company.

Here's a few pictures of the drive down the scenic Seward Highway. Man, I love me some mountains.

Here, we arrive at Gwin's.

Pictured is the pavilion. This is where the festivities are held.

Obligatory food shot for @dbase . Halibut and chips -- $28, normally! Glad I got it gratis.

Finally, time to get down to business. Tonight's rig is, as usual, my '89 G&L L-2000 through a GK MB210-II. Such a tight combination.

First set.
L-R:
Leo, pedal steel
Tyson, guitar/vocals
Nichole, fiddle
Isaac, vocals/percussion

Ready to party?

Video:


What a crazy night! Time for some shut-eye before the next day's gig. We got the best lodging available courtesy of Gwin's.

Thanks for checking it out. Be ready for a second gig report -- waiting on some pictures!

 

[Jimmy4string]

Oh a gig out in the mountains! Totally cool for Blackwater RR CO.

 

[sean_on_bass]

Frickin' beautiful out there. You guys sound like a fun band too!

 

[pcake]

awesome gig in a really cool location and the band sounds great! looking forward to the next gig post.

 

[twinjet]

Oh a gig out in the mountains! Totally cool for Blackwater RR CO.

Yep! Beautiful country. I forget that I live so close to it.

Frickin' beautiful out there. You guys sound like a fun band too!

Man, don't I know it. Thanks for your compliment!

awesome gig in a really cool location and the band sounds great! looking forward to the next gig post.

Thanks!

 

[Tony In Philly]

Really beautiful photos all around!

 

[dbase]

Hey gang,
It was a busy weekend for me -- I spent a day in Cooper Landing, AK, which is a small town along the Kenai river. Here, fishermen, adventurers and hippies gather at a cozy little area called Gwin's Lodge.

Here's a few pictures of the drive down the scenic Seward Highway. Man, I love me some mountains.
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Here, we arrive at Gwin's.
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Pictured is the pavilion. This is where the festivities are held.
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Obligatory food shot for @dbase . Halibut and chips -- $28, normally! Glad I got it gratis.
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Finally, time to get down to business. Tonight's rig is, as usual, my '89 G&L L-2000 through a GK MB210-II. Such a tight combination.
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First set.
L-R:
Leo, pedal steel
Tyson, guitar/vocals
Nichole, fiddle
Isaac, vocals/percussion
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Ready to party?
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Video:


What a crazy night! Time for some shut-eye before the next day's gig. We got the best lodging available courtesy of Gwin's.
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Thanks for checking it out. Be ready for a second gig report -- waiting on some pictures!

Awesome pictures ... How did you know I love Halibut and fries... Got that in Alaska for the 1st time and love it... Also sweet bass ... thanks for posting.

 

[S-Bigbottom]

You better have gotten some of that Bacon Wrapped Caribou and just forgot to take a picture. drool

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[jamro217]

Fantastic! Thanks. By the way, what's the best bacon wrapped caribou for metal?

 

[petrus61]

Looks like heaven to me.

 

[BassCliff]

Hi,

Wow, this looks like a really cool gig. Yes, I'd love to try some of that bacon wrapped Caribou. Sounds delish!


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

 

[JimK]

Halibut & chips...$28!?!?!
Caramba!

 

[twinjet]

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You better have gotten some of that Bacon Wrapped Caribou and just forgot to take a picture. drool

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Nope... I was too scared to ask about the price.

Fantastic! Thanks. By the way, what's the best bacon wrapped caribou for metal?

Oh, boy...

Looks like heaven to me.

Pretty close!

Hi,

Wow, this looks like a really cool gig. Yes, I'd love to try some of that bacon wrapped Caribou. Sounds delish!


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

It sure was! And sheesh, maybe I should have gotten that caribou after all... Third mention!

Halibut & chips...$28!?!?!
Caramba!

Yep...

 

[S-Bigbottom]

Nope... I was too scared to ask about the price.

Went to their site. $17.00 for a Salmon sandwich? It was caught two miles away.

ENTREES

Alaskan Expedition- $59.00
Fresh Alaska salmon, bacon wrapped caribou medallion, and Alaskan king crab. Loaded mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and a starter of a house salad with choice of dressing.

Kodiak Caribou- $30.00
Two grilled bacon wrapped caribou medallions with bourbon sauce, potato of the day, seasonal vegetables, and a starter of a house salad with choice of dressing.

I would have done the Kodiak Caribou. drool

Oh ya, love the gig report.

 

[McG]

What cool gig! The band sounds great. Nichole's energy is infectious. I gotta get to Alaska sometime. So beautiful.

 

[twinjet]

What cool gig! The band sounds great. Nichole's energy is infectious. I gotta get to Alaska sometime. So beautiful.

Thanks! A few of us got to talking the other day, saying she could put a show on by herself and still pack the place. She doesn't need us.

Definitely see Alaska in the summer, if you need convincing to move out of state. See it in winter to more appreciate what you have.

 

[BassCliff]

Hey @twinjet,

I just had a chance to listen to your video. You guys are terrific! I love your sound.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

 

[electracoyote]

Having lived and played in mountain towns in Colorado for many years, this looks so familiar. Mountain gigs rock.

My take-aways from your post:

Bacon-wrapped caribou? I'm in!

Mic'ing your cab? Good job, hat's off to you and whoever helps run your sound.

 

[Joshua Pickenpaugh]

Ah, AK in the summer. Always loved it! Food looks amazing, too. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Bunk McNulty]

Oh, I remember these guys! “In almost three years, Blackwater Railroad Company has become one of the hottest names on the Alaska music scene..” Way to go, man!