We are looking for suggestions.... while we already have a list of ideas for activities, we want to know what YOU want to do!

Are there any workshops, activities, classes, special types of boxes, or anything you experienced at a previous event which you want to see again?

If someone mentions an idea you like, please click agree to "vote" for it.

I would love a class/workshop on carving with knives and needles. I carve with gougers and want to explore other carving tools.

SO SUPER EXCITED!

You probably already have this on your list, but how about a little night boxing - something that I think is really fun and I don't get an opportunity to do very often.

night boxing is definitely on the list!

Any cuckoo clues/boxes planned? I have not experienced these in the wild and would like to.

that one is new to me.... what is a cuckoo clue or box?

It sounds fun to me, but I have not tried anything like this. From the glossary:

cuckoo clue
A clue without a home. The clue is hidden in another letterbox (similar to clues for a bonus boxes), but the letterboxer that finds the clue is expected to move the clue to another nearby letterbox. The cuckoo clue typically contains directions to limit how far the clue should travel to find a new home.

How about the quilters/knitters/LTC people doing a trade? (Mug rug/scarf/art piece)? I would be in the “quilter” category :-)

DoubleSaj

A gypsy box would be cool too.

A gypsy box is a box, which once found and stamped into, is taken by the finder to another location, hidden, and clues to the new location are listed on the box clue page. These boxes can have fantasy tales that are expanded upon as the new clue addition adds to the tale.

A gypsy box would be cool too.

A gypsy box is a box, which once found and stamped into, is taken by the finder to another location, hidden, and clues to the new location are listed on the box clue page. These boxes can have fantasy tales that are expanded upon as the new clue addition adds to the tale.

I went to the glossary to add "gypsy box", but I don't know how to add an entry. This would be a great entry to make.

Also, at an event like L&B it would probably be better to have a bulletin board where people post the gypsy clues. When someone goes after it they will take the clue paper, find the box, rehide it and write a new clue to go on the board. Considering how many people you will have there you should have multiple gypsy boxes.

cipher creation and solving

creative box configurations?

advanced carving

advanced carving

What exactly is "advanced carving"? I figure that I get progressively better through practice. However, I'm interested in hearing more about this topic.

How many boxes are usually at this event? With only 3 days will there be time for all these activities?

I really enjoyed the costume party at the previous L&B. In 2008 it was to dress up as your favorite letterbox. In 2013 it was to dress up as your trail name. they both were a lot of fun. Would love to see another one in 2018.

A non-letterboxing activity might go over well for the noxer family members, as well as boxers who want to try something different. For example, at the last L&B, my husband and his best friend taught an archery class for a few hours. That went over really well!

How many boxes are usually at this event? With only 3 days will there be time for all these activities?

Right now we are planning roughly 200 boxes on the trails. We have adopted the attitude of previous events - something for everyone. As a result, we have enough boxes for those who want to box non-stop rather than attend activities. So I expect you won't be able to do everything during the weekend.

Unlike the previous event, many of our boxes will be permanent plants....so you can stay a few days longer if you really want to participate in the activities AND get all of the boxes. Just be aware the dorms are not available after Sunday night.

There seems to be a fair interest in a carving workshop. In the past however, I talked to a few skilled carvers who were not comfortable letting others watch them. So, if you you use knives/needles/other special tools, get compliments on your stamps, or have blue diamond boxes AND are willing to let others watch you carve for a few minutes - please contact me :-) (taking a video of you carving may be another option?)

If no one is interested, we can still set up a workshop for people to try out a variety of materials and tools. I'll be happy to carve, but I use gouges exclusively.

Thanks for the info. The activities sound fun. Since I’ve never been to L&B before I just am not quite sure what to expect. Except a lot of fun!

There was tie-dying at the last event and I missed it. Would love a chance to do that at this event if there is enough interest.

How many boxes are usually at this event? With only 3 days will there be time for all these activities?

As with the previous L & B events, you don't have to feel that you need to do all of the activities that may be included. Nor do you have to feel obligated to get all the boxes. I would imagine that as with those two L & B it will be very laid back. You just do what you feel like doing. You come and enjoy yourself, whatever that means to you.

In 2013 it was to dress up as your trail name

I think that was just a suggestion. I didn't come as my trail name and I won third prize. And wearing a costume was way out of my comfort zone so I really enjoyed getting over myself and doing it. Then when I won I was really surprised.

I have come to think of the costume party as kind of a L & B tradition.

And people were not obligated to wear a costume, just to come and have a good time. It was a lot of fun.

Unlike the previous event, many of our boxes will be permanent plants.

Hikers have access to the trails at a later time if they are not staying at the camp?

Yes, this location is a public facility with a day use fee.

How many boxes are usually at this event? With only 3 days will there be time for all these activities?

If your goal is to get every box listed at the event, then no, you will not be able to do much else besides run the trails. You might not even get to eat or sleep much!

PI Joe - on the trails and boxes committee for L&B XX

Well I guess I missed the memo in 2013 because I had no idea my costume was supposed to be related to my trailname, so I was Galadriel. I don't remember why... I think I just wanted to? Or because there was a LOTR themed trail... I am thinking my idea for this time around might not work.

Unless you go for something a bit general like "favorite movie character".

advanced carving is really detailed lettering and shapes,, id like to see the tools people use to carve very small letters and shapes, like the white space in a persons eye( on the stamp that is,,,not real eyes)

Different transfer methods. I've done pencil, acetone, and iron but none work on my printer at home (no, I'm not bringing it). But some discussion on other methods.

I went to the glossary to add "gypsy box", but I don't know how to add an entry. This would be a great entry to make.

Suggest it to admin. They are the only people who can add to the glossary.

I can't remember if it was a L and B event or just a regular gathering, but there was a Pajama Party one night, that was fun too.

Another suggestion is to have activities for kids. Kids only crafting...making stamps ( foam or potato etc) And decorating a poster or t shirt or making simple log books .... One popular activity at a previous event was creating a flag for your cabin. Lots of kids participated maybe a letterbox themed poster contest just for kids. Etc

Amanda from Seattle

I, too, was not aware of that theme. I came as Nan Wood Graham and my husband portrayed Dr. Byron McKeeby.