tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82913971480669923232024-03-04T20:10:24.539-08:00Montana Old-Time Fiddler's PicnicA small party for 500 of our closest friendsDavid Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-17706985181548660212023-06-06T13:01:00.003-07:002023-06-06T13:01:37.995-07:00Come Grab a Rake, or Paint Brush<p> In advance on this summer's we're going to have a work party this Saturday, June 10 starting around noon at the Mercier Ranch 1 mile south of Livingston on US 89.</p><p>We've got picnic tables in need of TLC as well as some tree limb removal to do, but this is really just a motive to throw a party, jam a bit, and to re-kindle the excitement for this summer's picnic August 4-6....might even drag out the grille..</p><p>Stop by if yer able!</p>David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-2893333177971689382023-03-21T19:41:00.003-07:002023-03-21T19:41:47.366-07:00Fiddler's 2023 is a go for this summer!<p> Well, there been at lot of water spilled over the dam since we last visited! The short version of the catch-up story is the 2023 Montana State Old time Fiddler's Picnic <b>IS ON FOR AUGUST 4-6, 2023 AT THE MERCIER RANCH IN LIVINGSTON, MT! </b></p><p>More details to come in the upcoming weeks!</p>David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-82034362173656098302019-07-01T15:21:00.000-07:002019-07-01T15:21:00.996-07:00Fiddlers 2019 is 30 Days Out!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Fiddlers 2019 is on the horizon so mark your calendars for August 2-4 and head to to Paradise Valley for a great musical weekend!.David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-16824451746944449172018-07-06T13:25:00.001-07:002018-07-06T13:25:37.339-07:00Fiddler's 2018....more fun than should be legal <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As always this is free event open to all musicians and music lovers of traditional American fiddle, country, bluegrass and whatever other type of music you like to play.<br />
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Camping spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis in the north pasture. As a reminder this a dry camping venue with no potable water or utility hookups available so bring what you need.<br />
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This event would not be possible without a large number of volunteers who help us prepare every year and we are always welcoming new folks. Our preparation the week of the event usually begins at the Ranch on Wednesday and consists mainly of grass cutting, weed eating, and a general sprucing up of the grounds. If you are in the Livingston area and would like to volunteer or arrive early to camp, come on by and introduce yourself! David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-59715202784912187332017-07-13T20:19:00.000-07:002017-07-13T20:19:17.189-07:00Fiddler's 2017 is just about here!!.<h2>
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Come on down for some fine picking and fellowship if you find yourself in the Livingston, MT area. Our party is for musicians put on by musicians and as always, everyone is welcome to participate, watch, sing and dance. Admission is free and fun is available. We are expecting a lot of the same characters and a return visit of the Tin-Can Tourist Vintage Trailer folks.....We usually get rolling Friday afternoon and wrap at around noon on Sunday. Hope to see you there!</div>
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We're about 60 days out or so. Looking forward to a summer of picking! David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-62003291896371206162016-01-18T15:17:00.000-08:002016-01-18T15:17:27.319-08:00Summer Picking 2016 Starts in January...... That's right folks! No sense in suffering through the mid-winter doldrums. Winter Pick 2016 in Gardiner, Montana starts off the Montana "summer" picking season of January 29-31 at the Super 8 Motel. The picking is all indooors (we may be diehards but we're not nuts) and the reservations fill fast. Join the fun and string music fellowship!<br />
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Here's an early taste and happy holidays!!David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-33323031822261424032014-11-23T09:27:00.000-08:002014-11-23T09:27:34.808-08:00Fiddler's Picnic July 31-August 2, 2015........ <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Many thanks to Dal Smilie from Helena for organizing and coordinating the trailer end of things. Who knows it may become a permanent part of our annual event!<br />
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Join us next year on August 1-3, 2014 for more of the same fun and musical fellowship. Until then follow us right here or on Facebook at Montana Old-Time Fiddler's Picnic! </div>
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While the Fiddler's Picnic has been going for 39 years, this year we are happy to welcome members of various vintage groups who will gather on-site during this year's picnic. </div>
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The gathering was the brainchild and organized by long-time trailer guy/picnic attendee, Dal Smilie of Helena, MT. Though not all know Dal, his beautiful 48 Stude and chrome "armadillo" have been a picnic fixture for a few years now. </div>
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The gathering will include members of the Tin Can Tourists, Sister's On The Fly, and the Vintage Airstream Club, as well as others. Bring your love for vintage trailers and Americana music and join us at the Mercier Ranch August 2-4.</div>
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To commemorate this event Dal has come up with a special dash plaque available to vintage members for a $25 donation to picnic general fund. The plaques will also be available for purchase by all attendees for $25 and the usual picnic buttons will also be available for $5 each.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Here's a few images/ faces of Fiddler's 2011......</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">We'll see you all next year August 3-5, 2012!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Preparation week is just about here and CP and I look forward to seeing Tom, Rollie, Buff Bob, Dick, Herb and Penny & Izzy......our faithful slave crew.. as this year's picnic comes to life. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">We look forward to seeing all of you fiddles, pickers, and spectators as well!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><strong>August 5-7, 2011! </strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">It may be a bit soon to be jammin' in the yard as it tends to be a bit brisk in Livingston, MT this time of year. Summer will be here before you know it and it's time to mark your calenders for the 36th annual <strong>Montana Fiddler's Picnic</strong>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">This summer's event will take place <strong>August 5 -7, 2011 at the Mercier Ranch </strong>at the mouth of the beautiful Paradise Valley south of Livingston, MT. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">The format will be the same as in past years with plenty of room for jammin', camping, and socializin'! We are planning to eliminate the use of the large tents for jamming areas. Our experience over the last few years have taught us they just don't do well in the Livingston thunderstorms which are a reality during the summer months.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Our plan is to replace the tents with more permanent and weather-appropriate shelters. Hopefully this will be done by this summer. Stay tuned!</span>David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-14664197671303839242010-08-03T10:33:00.000-07:002010-08-05T20:29:17.692-07:002010 Picnic Photo Wrap-up...........<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">The rain, wind, hail, thunder & lightning dampened our camp and flattened our big tent, but didn't dampen our spirits. Many thanks to our volunteers and all of the many musical participants and spectators. Fiddle picnic 2010 was a success and enthusiasm is already building for 2011!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><em>...and guitar pickers.......</em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Yes folks, he's the real deal.........Butte's favorite son and favorite Elvis imposter.....could bring a tear to a glass eye......Check out him and his band, "The Crowd Thinners" at this summere's picnic! </span>David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-91485212037220766222010-05-13T12:13:00.000-07:002010-05-13T12:13:33.809-07:00Vendors, Politics and Other Housekeeping Issues..........<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Every year from time to time we receive requests from various vendors seeking permission to set up a commercial booth for the weekend. Currently picnic is being run as a commercial free, non-vendor event with free admission. That format may be re-visited at some future date, but for now and out of respect for our full-time business owners and neighbors in the Livingston area, the event will remain non-commercial and vendor free. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">We totally support and encourage civilized public political debate. Just don't engage in it here at the picnic the weekend of 7/30-8/1. This is neither the time nor the place. Anyone wishing to circulate petitions, distribute political paraphernalia, or engage in public political rhetoric on behalf of any political party or cause will be politely asked to take it across the street. You can stand over there and scream all you want to. Although we choose to cordially invite the general public to share the weekend with us and friends, this is a private event taking place on private property. We can and will kick your butts out if you can't behave.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">We love dogs and they are welcome at the picnic. Please remember that not everyone is a dog lover. If your dog is not trained to voice command and/or doesn't play well kids and other dogs please keep them on a leash or consider leaving them home.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Just a reminder that this is a dry camp. We have no outside source of fresh water</span> <span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">suitable for drinking, cooking or bathing. The exterior taps at the house are for lawn irrigation only. We generally set up a freshwater hand bathing station near pot luck and picnic area however quantity is limited. F<span class="goog-spellcheck-word">resh</span> bottled water is available at the <span class="goog-spellcheck-word">Albertsons</span> store just down the road...........</span>David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8291397148066992323.post-23366677780991587052010-05-11T19:39:00.000-07:002010-05-11T19:39:31.275-07:00Finally It's Done!<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">With the completion of the page of history of the <span class="goog-spellcheck-word">Mercier</span> Ranch, the "official blog" of the Montana Old-T<span class="goog-spellcheck-word">ime</span> Fiddler's Picnic is done. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">O<span class="goog-spellcheck-word">nly</span> 79 days until the picnic!!</span>David Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04482805840244820217noreply@blogger.com0