"Little Mount" on CraigsList

gravy boat · 10-29-2011, 04:33 PM

...someone rescued this beautiful boat! We stopped by our boat today and there it was ...right next to or boat ! It was pretty neat seeing it up close!

GB

Fargo · 10-30-2011, 02:52 PM

Good thing the Mini is pretty weathertight because we didn't get it covered before last night's storm. Appears to be holding up well. Just need to bail out some water before it gets much colder.

Fargo · 11-01-2011, 06:33 PM

Here's a bit of trivia I learned today. Jack Miller built the Mini but did you know his wife collected all the Barbie passengers at flee markets while in Florida. She also sewed all their outfits.

Fargo · 11-03-2011, 07:31 PM

We are waiting for the temporary fabric shelter to arrive. Looking for a few volunteers to help us erect it in about three weeks. If you can help us please give my neighbor Doug a call at 603-387-8625. I'll buy coffee, maybe lunch depending how the shelter looks once it's up.

robmac · 11-05-2011, 09:52 AM

Count me in,just post the date.

posas · 11-07-2011, 06:40 PM

Want to thank Fargo for his tremendous help finding the Little "Minni Mount" a temporary shelter. Getting her protected from the elements is the first order of business !

Fargo · 11-08-2011, 09:26 AM

I can't take much credit here on the Mini's progress, Doug who actually owns the boat has been on the hunt making things happen. He's the hammer, I'm the yammer. Hope to have more yammer later in the week.

LIforrelaxin · 11-09-2011, 01:10 PM

Fargo,

What is Doug's Plan moving forward with the Mini Mount.... I assume not much will happen during the winter, but I could be wrong if the shelter is big enough to have room to start some work....

I assume that this point, a full inspection of the mechanical is in order. As well as a start on the rehab of the entire vessel.....

Depending on what work is needed, I am willing to lend a hand if one is needed. This is such a gem for the area, that restoration is worth the time, to get it gliding back across the lake again.

posas · 11-09-2011, 05:05 PM

Probably right that not much will get done this winter. Have been cleaning, scraping, organizing etc, blessed by nice weather. Shelter appears to be about ten days out, with that up and boat in we'll both rest for a while. Next year will begin exterior refurbushing, don't know as i am the one to get her back on the lake but will do my best to ensure her safekeeping.

Fargo · 11-10-2011, 08:04 PM

I just had Gator Signs in Gilford make up 50 Mini Mount decals that depict the flag painted on the Mini's smoke stack. They are 4"x5". If you'd like a free decal to show your support for the Mini just send me a private message with your address. Your enthusiasm is what will float the Mini again one day!

AC2717 · 11-10-2011, 09:45 PM

what a great idea Fargo
a great way to show support
Kudos!!1

Fargo · 11-11-2011, 08:05 AM

This is very encouraging, lots of requests for the Mini decal. RIVERAT if you'd like a decal send me your address in a private message, I didn't find your address in the message you sent.

riverat · 11-12-2011, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fargo

This is very encouraging, lots of requests for the Mini decal. RIVERAT if you'd like a decal send me your address in a private message, I didn't find your address in the message you sent.

ooops, sent... thanks

I was so excited

Fargo · 11-12-2011, 10:28 AM

I just mailed out the first batch of decals to Mini Enthusiasts. See my earlier post to view what it looks like. Send me a private message with your address if you'd like a free one. Help keep the dream alive.

BkrEtc · 11-12-2011, 03:49 PM

Thanks, Fargo. The decal is a proud addition to my Mini, Mini Mount collection.

Rattlesnake Gal · 11-12-2011, 06:43 PM

Love your Mini collection!

Thank you Fargo!

SteveA · 11-12-2011, 07:47 PM

Not to stick my nose in... but

I'd be willing to help put together a "Mini Golf" Tournament for the Spring of 2012 to raise some funds to help get the Mini Mount cleaned up and back on the water.

http://www.dojiggy.com/s/Sports-Fund...sing/index.cfm

I'm sure we could get one of the many Mini Golf places around the lake to donate a day, (or a special rate) for an event.

I'd also bet we could get plenty of sponsors from the many local businesses that this forum has helped out with our business.

It would take 5 or 6 "volunteers" to canvas businesses for sponsorships, talk to the Mini Golf owners, and be responsible for registering the players and collecting the money.

Just a Thought... Could be lots of fun.. Mini Golf for a Mini Mount!

10-29-2011, 04:33 PM	#1
gravy boat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Gilford year round, West Alton summers Posts: 596 Thanks: 597 Thanked 203 Times in 102 Posts	Good to see... ...someone rescued this beautiful boat! We stopped by our boat today and there it was ...right next to or boat ! It was pretty neat seeing it up close! GB

11-01-2011, 06:33 PM	#3
Fargo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Lake Winni Posts: 215 Thanks: 36 Thanked 130 Times in 38 Posts	Trivia Here's a bit of trivia I learned today. Jack Miller built the Mini but did you know his wife collected all the Barbie passengers at flee markets while in Florida. She also sewed all their outfits.

11-03-2011, 07:31 PM	#4
Fargo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Lake Winni Posts: 215 Thanks: 36 Thanked 130 Times in 38 Posts	Volunteers We are waiting for the temporary fabric shelter to arrive. Looking for a few volunteers to help us erect it in about three weeks. If you can help us please give my neighbor Doug a call at 603-387-8625. I'll buy coffee, maybe lunch depending how the shelter looks once it's up.

11-07-2011, 06:40 PM	#6
posas Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 36 Thanks: 7 Thanked 58 Times in 8 Posts	thank you Fargo Want to thank Fargo for his tremendous help finding the Little "Minni Mount" a temporary shelter. Getting her protected from the elements is the first order of business !

11-09-2011, 01:10 PM	#8
LIforrelaxin Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Texas, Lake Ray Hubbard and NH, Long Island Winnipesaukee Posts: 2,970 Thanks: 1,064 Thanked 912 Times in 539 Posts	Fargo, What is Doug's Plan moving forward with the Mini Mount.... I assume not much will happen during the winter, but I could be wrong if the shelter is big enough to have room to start some work.... I assume that this point, a full inspection of the mechanical is in order. As well as a start on the rehab of the entire vessel..... Depending on what work is needed, I am willing to lend a hand if one is needed. This is such a gem for the area, that restoration is worth the time, to get it gliding back across the lake again. __________________ Life is about how much time you can spend relaxing... I do it on an island that isn't really an island.....

10-30-2011, 02:52 PM	#2
Fargo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Lake Winni Posts: 215 Thanks: 36 Thanked 130 Times in 38 Posts	Good thing the Mini is pretty weathertight because we didn't get it covered before last night's storm. Appears to be holding up well. Just need to bail out some water before it gets much colder.

The Following 12 Users Say Thank You to Fargo For This Useful Post:
Jonas Pilot (11-01-2011), Just Sold (11-04-2011), Laurie1999 (06-24-2012), LIforrelaxin (11-02-2011), NoRegrets (11-02-2011), Pineedles (11-01-2011), posas (11-07-2011), Rattlesnake Gal (11-02-2011), Redwing (11-09-2011), riverat (11-01-2011), trfour (11-01-2011), Winnisquamguy (11-01-2011)

11-05-2011, 09:52 AM	#5
robmac Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Nashua,Meredith Posts: 950 Thanks: 213 Thanked 106 Times in 81 Posts	Count me in,just post the date.

11-08-2011, 09:26 AM	#7
Fargo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Lake Winni Posts: 215 Thanks: 36 Thanked 130 Times in 38 Posts	I can't take much credit here on the Mini's progress, Doug who actually owns the boat has been on the hunt making things happen. He's the hammer, I'm the yammer. Hope to have more yammer later in the week.

11-09-2011, 05:05 PM	#9
posas Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 36 Thanks: 7 Thanked 58 Times in 8 Posts	Probably right that not much will get done this winter. Have been cleaning, scraping, organizing etc, blessed by nice weather. Shelter appears to be about ten days out, with that up and boat in we'll both rest for a while. Next year will begin exterior refurbushing, don't know as i am the one to get her back on the lake but will do my best to ensure her safekeeping.

The Following 6 Users Say Thank You to posas For This Useful Post:
Jonas Pilot (11-09-2011), LIforrelaxin (11-10-2011), Rattlesnake Gal (11-14-2011), Redwing (11-09-2011), robmac (11-12-2011), trfour (11-09-2011)

11-10-2011, 08:04 PM	#10
Fargo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Lake Winni Posts: 215 Thanks: 36 Thanked 130 Times in 38 Posts	Mini Decal I just had Gator Signs in Gilford make up 50 Mini Mount decals that depict the flag painted on the Mini's smoke stack. They are 4"x5". If you'd like a free decal to show your support for the Mini just send me a private message with your address. Your enthusiasm is what will float the Mini again one day! Attached Images

The Following 5 Users Say Thank You to Fargo For This Useful Post:
AC2717 (11-10-2011), KPW (11-16-2011), Rag Top Daze (11-10-2011), Rattlesnake Gal (11-12-2011), trfour (11-10-2011)

11-10-2011, 09:45 PM	#11
AC2717 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Maynard, MA & Paugus Bay Posts: 2,616 Thanks: 756 Thanked 369 Times in 277 Posts	what a great idea Fargo a great way to show support Kudos!!1 __________________ Capt. of the "No Worries"

11-11-2011, 08:05 AM	#12
Fargo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Lake Winni Posts: 215 Thanks: 36 Thanked 130 Times in 38 Posts	Decals This is very encouraging, lots of requests for the Mini decal. RIVERAT if you'd like a decal send me your address in a private message, I didn't find your address in the message you sent.

11-12-2011, 10:28 AM	#14
Fargo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Lake Winni Posts: 215 Thanks: 36 Thanked 130 Times in 38 Posts	Decals I just mailed out the first batch of decals to Mini Enthusiasts. See my earlier post to view what it looks like. Send me a private message with your address if you'd like a free one. Help keep the dream alive.

11-12-2011, 03:49 PM	#15
BkrEtc Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 21 Thanks: 8 Thanked 12 Times in 4 Posts	Thanks Thanks, Fargo. The decal is a proud addition to my Mini, Mini Mount collection. Attached Images

11-12-2011, 06:43 PM	#16
Rattlesnake Gal Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Central NH Posts: 5,253 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 1,455 Thanked 1,357 Times in 476 Posts	Cool! Love your Mini collection! Thank you Fargo!

11-12-2011, 07:47 PM	#17
SteveA Deceased Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gilford, NH Posts: 2,311 Thanks: 1,070 Thanked 2,054 Times in 497 Posts	Just a Thought... Not to stick my nose in... but I'd be willing to help put together a "Mini Golf" Tournament for the Spring of 2012 to raise some funds to help get the Mini Mount cleaned up and back on the water. http://www.dojiggy.com/s/Sports-Fund...sing/index.cfm I'm sure we could get one of the many Mini Golf places around the lake to donate a day, (or a special rate) for an event. I'd also bet we could get plenty of sponsors from the many local businesses that this forum has helped out with our business. It would take 5 or 6 "volunteers" to canvas businesses for sponsorships, talk to the Mini Golf owners, and be responsible for registering the players and collecting the money. Just a Thought... Could be lots of fun.. Mini Golf for a Mini Mount! __________________ "Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in his shoes. That way, if he gets angry he'll be a mile away and barefoot!" unknown

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