calmpost
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« on: June 13, 2007, 09:08:08 PM » |
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The Calm Post Cafe is now open on Buffalo Rd 100 yds east of the main Rumney Rocks parking lot. The menu is loaded with very reasonably priced homemade food. We buy as much as we can from local businesses/farmers. We have eggs from a local organic farm, coffee roasted in Plymouth, and bagels from Plymouth as well. We serve everything from burgers and hot dogs to hummus and a pesto, havarti, tomato bagel melt.
We are open Friday (grill night) from 5 to dark and Saturday and Sunday from 7 am to dark (hours subject to change, just look for the open sign, if it is really nice out we'll probably see you at the crag). Come by before you play for a fantastic cup of coffee and a kick ass bagel sandwich and swing back on your way home for a (veggie)burger and pasta salad.
We have a great outdoor spot with hammocks and a slack line, so stay and visit or grab and go.
Parking is limited so keep on walking from the parking lot and save those fossil fuels.
We look forward to meeting you and serving you a great meal amongst the Calm.
take care,
Katy and Josh
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M_Sprague
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« Reply #1 on: June 14, 2007, 12:11:55 PM » |
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Sounds great. I will come and check it out. Sure seems to beat the offerings of the Rumney general store. All you need now is cliffside delivery. Care to run a nice cheese and tomato melt and cup of java up to the Hinterlands?
Do you have a hostel also? I thought I saw something about that on your sign.
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Bill
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« Reply #2 on: June 14, 2007, 09:53:49 PM » |
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Hey guys, congrats on opening up!!
I guess this is going to cut down on my grilling in the parking lot.
I'll see you on the 23rd. I promise not to make the baby cry this time.
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jclimbs
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« Reply #3 on: June 15, 2007, 12:59:50 PM » |
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Josh, we met you in the parking lot last weekend and saw your menu. EVERYTHING LOOKS GREAT! All local food is great, too.
I hope folks see the post or see you and spread the word. Those who drive in from the west will never know you are there! Did you put a sign on the kiosk yet? Or flyers on cars?
All the best of luck to you and Katy and thanks for being there! I hope you do well!
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M_Sprague
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« Reply #4 on: June 15, 2007, 04:57:40 PM » |
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I hope you don't go nuts with the flyers. The constant flyers from D'Acres used to drive me crazy, especially when they were put on my windshield when it was wet and I had to go to the hardware store and buy a razor blade to scrape it off so I could see to drive home.
You should talk to Ward (Oldmansmith) soon to see if he can put an add in the new guidebook.
I always thought we needed a Miguel's II for Rumney; two dollar camping and great food in a laid back atmosphere.
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JakeDatc
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« Reply #5 on: June 15, 2007, 10:53:42 PM » |
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I agree with the Flyer comment by Mark.. I basically will NOT stay at D acres due to their constant spam for what.. 2-3 years? We went so far as to put a sign inside our windshield saying "don't put shit on our car" I'm glad they have stopped that finally..
I agree.. get a ad in the guidebook.. put a menu or something on the message board. people will see and talk.. no need to be obnoxious. Good food and service speak louder than posters.
Anyway.. Welcome, We'll have to try it out
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blake
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« Reply #6 on: June 16, 2007, 09:45:56 AM » |
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I saw that sign a few days ago and was curious what the place was all about....I guess i know now! So you're only open Fri-Sun? I guess that's good as far as business goes....I just tend to make overnight week day trips instead of the dreaded w/e clusterfuck. I also agree with attempting to do the Miguel's thing with camping....Rumney could really benefit from a climber-based spot like that.
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calmpost
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« Reply #7 on: June 16, 2007, 09:49:12 PM » |
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We hear you guys, no flyers but maybe a hand delivered menu and a conversation or two... We are just open on the weekends right now but really hope to expand as we grow and cater to all you who choose not to do the weekend thing.
Thanks for stopping by we had a great Saturday today!
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rose
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« Reply #8 on: June 17, 2007, 12:07:53 AM » |
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I also agree with attempting to do the Miguel's thing with camping....Rumney could really benefit from a climber-based spot like that.
nah, no thanks. How would Rumney benefit? Do you mean climbers? I don't think a Miguel type camping scene is what Rumney needs at all. Go camping at Campton. Grab a coffe and bagel at this new "food hut" which sounds interesting or get food in town. Keep the crowds to the weekend. |
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blake
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« Reply #9 on: June 19, 2007, 07:12:44 AM » |
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nah, no thanks. How would Rumney benefit? Do you mean climbers?
I don't think a Miguel type camping scene is what Rumney needs at all. Go camping at Campton. Grab a coffe and bagel at this new "food hut" which sounds interesting or get food in town. Keep the crowds to the weekend.
Realizing that Rumney is a popular area is the first step. Right now, Rumney has NO atmosphere. and by no atmosphere I mean that there is really no camaraderie around the cliffs. Go to RRG, Red Rocks, Bishop, Hueco (maybe not so much now).....etc. places where there is a centralized spot that the "climbers" hang out when not climbing. you meet cool people, from all over, then you see them at the cliff, it creates a kind of kinship that is nonexistent at the cliff now. having a cool place where people can hang out and meet others will (i feel) benefit the whole area. If I remember correctly, you were at one time an out-of-town "weekender" yourself. how quickly one forgets.... |
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mendonza
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« Reply #10 on: June 19, 2007, 08:35:01 AM » |
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I have to agree with blake, climbing at many other areas where there is a climbers' hangout adds a lot to the experience, being able to swap beta, stories, and beers is a great way to end a day on the rocks. I also want to congratulate CalmPost on their opening. I had breakfast and dinner there this weekend and the food and atmosphere were great, bring your own beer, kick back in a hammock or on a log and enjoy the delicious eats. I met some excellent people and look forward to more relaxing mornings there before hitting the rocks. Matt Oh, and the french fries that were on special were AMAZING, hopefully they will stick around for a little while longer  |
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rose
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« Reply #11 on: June 19, 2007, 12:24:32 PM » |
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If I remember correctly, you were at one time an out-of-town "weekender" yourself. how quickly one forgets....
I guess you have potential to remember incorrectly? Also, who doesn't realize Rumney is popular? At any rate, have you read the postings about the town ordinances located at the kiosk? For instance the town has mandated that no one be caught standing in the street! Police have taken the time to warn pedestrians to walk against traffic. Also, I have a few friends that own houses in Rumney, and feel I have a different perspective. Rumney is a town. It is not like down south at Miguel's where you can get rowdy. Or a Del and Marty's where climbers are welcome. Or a Rogers where coffee is dropped off at your camp site. I agree it isn't all the things you mentioned, but there might be reason why a climbers locale hasn't been erected before. The Calm Post will most likely offer that connection you seek. |
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johnbachman
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« Reply #12 on: June 19, 2007, 01:27:42 PM » |
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I had one of the best sandwiches I've ever had at this place: veggie burger with greens/tomato/onion/pesto/havarti/avocado/hummus oh my. And there's a slackline too!
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handjammer
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« Reply #13 on: June 26, 2007, 04:38:27 PM » |
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Rose, it could be that this idea had not been tried yet by any local climbing group ... I don't know ... can you tell me if it has? Knowing that Rumney is a town with a great climbing area, the idea would have to be presented to the town office for a permit at some point, at which time you would see how the town felt about the idea presented to them. Present a roudy place and it would be shut down. Present a business that would create tax revenue for the town and it may be considered. Display how the town would benefit from all the climbers that spend their money outside of their town in order to climb in their town, and at their expense, would increase the chances of it happening.
Remember, it's not the organization that is roudy ... it's the people. I would love to see an area open up for camping near Rumney, like the area across from the main parking lot ... hummmmm.
Sorry op ... had to get that out. I will stop by, once I remember to get money out of the bank before heading to Rumney ... or do you except credit cards?
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Do what you must do and do it well ... Dylan
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rose
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« Reply #14 on: June 26, 2007, 05:20:16 PM » |
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Handjammer-
I do agree that camping up here has its limitations. I don't know about previous pitches to the town regarding a site. I definetly agree that if a climbers campground was created the longevity of it would depend on the people running it and those frequenting it. Also a climber locale designated for camping could create better dialogue with those new to the area.
My reaction to Blake involved his statement about there being "no comraderie around the cliffs". I found that to be false. Secondly, I still think a "Miguel type scene" up here would be less than ideal because of the nature of the town. But I agree that a camp ground/business catering climbers probably would boost revenue and town interest. The Calm Post must have those answers regarding permits, and town reaction. I hope the Calm Post gets good business and gets involved. That other thread about the blueberry pancake benefit sounds great.
side note: That kiosk I was talking about that discusses the town ordinance is posted at the small lot.
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