It was fun watching all of you at LBXX event, especially seeing our gift to the raffle being enjoyed so much. Hopefully many of you found our Letterboxes, and had fun with the images on some of them. You all deserve Honorary Texan status for your fun loving attitudes, and overcoming the elements (and snakes).

Now for the next event (LB XXV) in 5 years. We plan on being there, and early poll results are showing Michigan in the lead, with Virginia and Colorado close behind. We wish the winners of the poll well, and can't wait to invade your state. Remember, if you win you still should get the blessing of Der Mad Stamper.

Until then, keep your feet dry and stamps wet!

The Letterboxing Renegades

Where is this poll? I'd definitely vote for Michigan!

TG

Where is this poll? I'd definitely vote for Michigan!

Yes, where's the poll? This Michigander would definitely vote for Virginia!

This Michigander would definitely vote for Virginia!

Aww, come on, now. Planning and implementing an L&B-scale event is easy, and restful, and stress-free, and, and...

Aww, come on, now. Planning and implementing an L&B-scale event is easy, and restful, and stress-free, and, and...

No, no, it's not that. It's just that I've already done loads of boxing in Michigan. I want to go to a big event in Virginia, my native state. And I promise to help wherever it is.

It's just that I've already done loads of boxing in Michigan.

A big part of the fun for me was helping to show off Texas letterboxing for the boxers that came from all over the country. Just saying...

I’m not saying yay or nay but I think there should definitely be a poll. See where people want to go.

4eyes
Willing to entertain the idea but not set on it yet

See where people want to go.

I don't think that can be the whole reason for determining where an event of this size should be held. As I am sure the Texas team can tell you, it takes a whole lot of work by a whole lot of people to make the event a success. Personally, I would love to see it on Virginia but don't know if there are enough boxers in that area who could devote the time or money needed. Maybe the first consideration should be to determine where there are enough boxers wanting this challenge.

I can't wait, where ever the event is held. Do agree, it takes a team of people who want to do this, with a strong organizer as the leader.

I’m not saying yay or nay but I think there should definitely be a poll. See where people want to go.

The issue is not where people want to go, the issue is who is willing to put on the event. People will come anywhere it is hosted (well, maybe if I not if I hosted it up here, but ALMOST anywhere).

For instance, I remember lots of places being suggested after the last L&B as good locations for various reasons. But in most cases, it was not people FROM those locations doing the volunteering...

*deposits two coins in the jar*

That’s what I meant- determine where from the states that throw their hats in the ring. It’s a big commitment, and should not be taken on lightly. I do know Virginia is seriously looking into it. I haven’t talked seriously to my MI crew, but don’t count us totally out. I heard talk about Colorado, too, which would be cool. No matter where, though, it will be great!

4eyes
Clarifying her earlier comment

Well everyone has about 3 years to think about it! For those considering it, I highly recommend you finalize a decision about 2 years before the event. Finding the right location is the biggest concern up front, and it can make or break the decision to host.

It was fun watching all of you at LBXX event, [...] Now for the next event (LB XXV) in 5 years.

Usually things are numbered sequentially. I guess this event is number for the number of years since the first. That's cool, just as long as we all understand that is how it works.

(well, maybe if I not if I hosted it up here, but ALMOST anywhere)

Hold an event in August and you'll be surprised about how many people will find their way to Alaska.

Actually, L&B is numbered for the anniversary of the Smithsonian magazine article that is traditionally considered the start of letterboxing in the US.

Wow, early results of poll show Michigan in a slight lead, with Texas as a close second. You Colorado and Virginia people need to step up!

It was a surprise to some Colorado people that we were on the list. :-D

Alaska????? The whole state would have to be on the planning committee.

Where's the poll?

Alaska????? The whole state would have to be on the planning committee.

All ~10 quasi-active letterboxers you mean?

At least we have lots of muggle-free places to plant the boxes. Now if we could only keep the bears away from the event...

When you have to list the Alaskan Brown Bear as a letrterboxing nuisance animal that will give people pause!

Where's the poll?

Well, first you have to write an email to the Renegades and prove that you are a valid and worthy letterboxer in order to receive an email 3 weeks later with the details of how to find the poll...

Now if only we had a bear expert from Alaska ... :-)

Exactly!!!!!

Just kidding. The poll is open to all and progressing nicely.....Alaska, really.......Rhode Island has a better chance than you!

PS - Vote early and vote often!!!!! Bribes will be accepted, as it shows your dedication to hosting this easy to put on event!

The Letterboxing Renegades
On vacations at our annual Renegade Retreat, so clues will be slow in
coming for a week or two!

Alaska, really.......Rhode Island has a better chance than you!

Oh come on, who doesn't enjoy a 3-4 day drive from the Canadian border to Anchorage to spend a weekend then drive back?!?

I hope we are at least ahead of North Dakota since we actually have more boxes here. And letterboxers too I suspect.

Alaska, really.

Don't blame the Alaskans for that one. After an Alaskan wrote that L&B wouldn't happen in Alaska, I suggested having an event in Alaska (in August) and see who comes.

Are you saying that there are no letterboxes to find in between? Where are the Canadians to refute that?

Where are the Canadians to refute that?

Eh?

Looks like a new challenge in the poll. Here are the latest numbers:

State Votes
Ohio 53
Michigan 51
Virginia 37
Colorado 28
Texas 15
Rhode Island 1
Alaska 0

Poll closes on election day!!! So get your vote in now!

Where is the poll, I want to vote....for Colorado.