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Check out the brand new stand alone fansite devoted to Porcfest 2010!
LOADED with features! It is absolutely amazing! Thank you, Kamil!
Whether you're already a Free State Project participant, simply considering it, or want to have a good time with fellow pro-liberty activists, PorcFest is the place to be this summer! This four day event is intended to showcase New Hampshire and the Free State Project community in a relaxed, social, and fun atmosphere.
Meet, Mingle, Move!
Book your campsite at Roger's Campsite and Motel, or call them and leave a message at 603-788-4885 and they will be in touch. Be sure to mention PorcFest for your 10% discount! (Please note, in order for the discount to be processed, if you book online, you will receive a cancellation email followed by a confirmation email. Sorry for any confusion, but it is the only way for Roger's to apply the discount.)
Appleseed! During Porcfest on Thursday and Friday, June 24-25, in nearby Dalton, NH, the Appleseed Project will be having a two-day rifle marksmanship clinic. Learn the correct firing positions, the proper use of a sling, the “Six Steps to Firing the Shot,” Natural Point of Aim (NPOA), the Rifleman’s Cadence, and how to adjust your sights. Along the way we’ll teach you little-known secrets of Revolutionary War history and about our unique heritage as Americans.
Learn how our forefathers risked everything--their lives, homes, families, wealth, and limbs for us, so that we would be free. Important Appleseed Event Information is here. Preregister here (recommended). This year Alicia Lekas will be Appleseed's Shoot Boss, along with Tony and John Barnes as Instructors. Be sure to download the "What to Bring" checklist from www.AppleseedInfo.org. Long pants and long sleeve shirts are recommended especially if it is sunny and hot. Contact John Barnes (NH@AppleseedInfo.org or 888-221-8628) if you need more information.
June 24-27, 2010
Roger's Campground and Motel, Lancaster, New Hampshire
New This Year!
- Theme camps! Decorate your campsite for the chance to win the PorcFest Best Campsite award. Whether you're feeling Tiki-ish, Steampunk-ish, Mardi Gras-ish, Space Camp-ish, Astroturf-ish, or any other ISH, bring your decorations and help us transform Roger's Campground.
- Are
you participating in the One Pot Cook-Off? Tie your culinary offering
to your theme for an extra wow-factor. Eating and judging? Buy your
tickets soon, this event always sells out. Ready to throw your apron in
the ring? Sign up as a contestant.
- Born in the Free State? Parents, let us know if your kids were born in the Free State. Please email porcfest@freestateproject.com.
- Agora Alley! See the free market at work. Support local activists who are making the free market happen. Get a tattoo, sample on some baklava, check out alternate silver based currencies, and more!
- The Open Source Experience: Sources of EVOL, a daily cafe from 5-11PM in the Bingo Hall. Grab a snack, have a cuppa Joe, listen to spoken word, take a salsa dancing class, check out some cool merchandise, and more!
- State Free Weddings! Have a honey but don't want to get married before the state? Take your vows before a minister and liberty-loving witnesses.
- Buzz's Big Gay Dance Party: A casual afternoon do-drop-in to help promote and raise the roof for the Outright Libertarians of New Hampshire (Site 110).
- Tarrin Lupo and Michele Seven will be hosting Champagne and Mimosa jewelry party.
- Mama Alley of Savanna Last Biscuit will provide breakfast deliveries to your campsite!
DAILY EVENTS:
Registration open.
Exhibitor
Tent displaying freedom-oriented merchandise and information on the
field near the Picnic Pavilion. Get your PorcFest 2010 t-shirt at the
Free State Project table!
Silent Auction: Bid on swag in the Bingo Hall and support the Free State Project.
Gun
Safety Classes! New to carrying? Need a refresher course? Join
certified instructors for a brief course in gun etiquette and safety.
Help us make PorcFest a safe and inclusive environment for all. 10AM
daily in the Field Tent.
Agora
Alley: Free marketeers unite and take over with goodies and services
for barter. Want a tattoo? A massage? How about Thai food, jerky, or
baklava? Find books, silver, chiropractic services, Liber Tees, and
more. Visit Agora Alley, the place to have your unmet needs met. See
map for details.
The
Open Source Experience: Sources of EVOL. Visit this daily cafe and
chill spot in the Bingo Hall from 5-11PM. Food, coffee, tea, and baked
goods by Food For Your Gullet, available ALL DAY. Hang out, bring your
drums, tunes, and talents. Listen to jazz, spoken word, take a salsa
dancing class, play poker, check out cool merchandise, and more! Open
mic, spinners, drummers, and hoopers welcome.
Games Galore! Pit your talents at Scrabble, Cranium, Risk, and more, any time in the Picnic Pavilion.
Assassins!
Sign up at the Registration Desk on Thursday to join in this camp-wide
game where participants get a “target” that they must “assassinate”
with a water pistol. Assassins will be played during daylight hours
ONLY, Friday through Sunday. For more information, visit the
Registration Desk.
Climbing
wall, water slide, arcade, playground, swimming pool, miniature golf,
horse shoes, kickball, board games: Kids and adults alike can enjoy
these and other offerings!
THURSDAY, JUNE 24:
Michael
Badnarik's Constitution Class. Don't miss your chance to learn from
Libertarian Party 2004 presidential candidate and outstanding
constitutionalist, Michael Badnarik. This jaw-dropping eight hour
immersion course is open to ticket holders only. $100 includes a free
signed copy of Good to Be King. (8AM-5PM, TV Room)
NH
Representative and FSP member, Joel Winters talks about the legislative
process in the Live Free or Die state. (10AM-Noon, Bingo Hall)
PiMP My Activism role-playing seminar with Mike Barskey. Improve your activism by practicing tense, difficult scenarios with the aid and input of fellow activists who can share their thoughts and experiences. (11AM to Noon, Field Tent)
Ernie Hancock will broadcast on the Republic Broadcasting Network. (Noon-2PM, Field Tent/Roaming)
TANSTAAFL Lunch! Feeling peckish? Join us for hamburgers and hot dogs. Minimum suggested donation $5. (Noon-2PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Activists
and Arrests: Grab your lunch in the Picnic Pavilion and chat with a
panel of folks who have been on the front lines of liberty activism in
NH. Discover activist tricks, get input from Porcupine lawyers. Bring
your questions! (Noon-2PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Want to help with a FSP project? Bring your brilliant noggin and join FSP leadership for a discussion about an exciting new project. Learn more, and be prepared to offer your input and ideas. (2-3PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Prison Break! Help bail out civil disobedience activists Sovereign Curtis, Mike Tiner, Sam Dodson, and Lauren Canario from Porcfest Prison, Thursday afternoon from 2-5PM. Proceeds will benefit the CDEvolution Fund. For a full explanation, be at Camp Cupcake (Blue Cabin) at 2PM sharp! (2-5PM, Camp Cupcake)
Working out with Pete Eyre and Marc Stevens. Need I say more? (3-4PM, Field Tent)
No Budget Marketing: Join Fr33 Agent Xaq Fixx and others for a heady discussion about how to market liberty on the cheap during "No Budget Marketing: How to Promote Your Message as Cheaply and Effectively as Possible." (2-4PM, Bingo Hall)
The Worst Swing Lesson You Will Ever Have: Join Scott Geyer for a fun afternoon of kinda-swing-dancing. (4-5PM, Field Tent)
Ernie Hancock will broadcast his radio show for Liberty News Radio. (5-8PM, Field Tent/Roaming)
Kidz-Only
Ice Breaker! Come meet your fellow Porcupets! Join Aziza Seven for
getting-to-know-you games designed to help you make new friends. Form a
Human Pyramid, build a Spider Web, play the Blindfold game, and more!
For children between the ages of eight and fifteen. (6-8PM, Field)
Be
There or Be Square: Opening Ceremony with Stefan Molyneux and Michael
Badnarik! Kick-off the weekend in style. Freedom philosopher Stefan
Molyneux of Freedomain Radio is the opening speaker. Meet your fellow
liberty lovers in a casual, fun environment. Find out more about the
weekend from PorcFest's own Queen Quill, Carla Gericke. Make new
friends. Rediscover old connections. Beer, wine, soda, snacks, and fun
provided. (6-8PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Dirty-ish
Dancing: 80's Dance Party! Stay after the Opening Ceremony and get down
with tunes from the Eighties. We're bringing cheesy back BIG TIME!
(8PM+, Picnic Pavilion)
Free Talk Live broadcasts live from PorcFest. Be part of the audience with Ian Freeman, Mark Edge, and an assortment of special guests. (7-10PM, TV Room)
Champagne and Mimosa PorcFest Jewelry Party. Support Porcupines Tarrin Lupo and Michele Seven at this swanky get-together. Buy custom-made freedom-oriented jewelry. (8:30-10:30PM, Bingo Hall)
Jazz
Fingers! Join FSP President, Varrin Swearingen in a never before seen
jazz performance with the lovely Hannah Hoffman. (9:30PM+, Bingo Hall)
Circle of Liberty Bonfire: Relax, it's been a long day! (9PM+, Field)
Late Night Movie (10:30PM+, TV Room)
After Hours Spins. (11PM+, Picnic Pavilion)
FRIDAY, JUNE 25:
Adventures in Legal Land with Marc Stevens: Learn how to ask the right questions in difficult situations. This extensive role-playing and mock trial proceedings workshop is open to ticket holders only.$75 includes a free criminal script and motion template (a $50 value). (8AM-5PM, TV Room)
Take a Hike! Moderate morning hike with Stephanie Murphy and Jeff Johnson. Meet in parking lot in front of Roger's office, bring comfy shoes, hat, and sun screen...Or an umbrella--this is NH, be prepared, rain or shine. (9-11AM, Roger's Parking Lot)
Whisk
E. Rebellion's Martial Arts Class: This Black Belt in Tai-Jitsu, an
Okinawan Police art, will teach you simple and effective moves that
could save your butt. (9-10AM, Field Tent) - CANCELED!
LOLA
Talk: Join the Ladies of Liberty Alliance, including Angela Keaton,
Zaira Dynia, and Megan Duffield for a discussion about women in the
liberty movement and how they are making a difference. (10AM-Noon, Bingo Hall)
Ernie Hancock will broadcast on the Republic Broadcasting Radio. (Noon-2PM, Field Tent/Roaming)
Seeking
and Obtaining Happiness: Gain a better understanding of the N.H.
Constitution with House Representative Dan Itse, constitutional
scholar and past Political Director of the NHLA. He has written a commentary of the NH
Constitution, and teaches the state constitution in schools and to
civics groups. Arm yourself with knowledge. Come learn from the best.
(1-3PM, Bingo Hall)
Toss
Your Toys: Horseshoe Tournament! A great way for families to meet and
mingle. Bring the kids, and self-organize a tournament with other
parents and children. (10AM-Noon, Horseshoe Pit)
PiMP
My Activism role-playing seminar with Mike Barskey. Improve your
activism by practicing tense, difficult scenarios with the aid and
input of fellow activists who can share their thoughts and experiences.
(11AM to Noon, Field Tent)
TANSTAAFL
Lunch! Feeling peckish? Join us for hamburgers and hot dogs. Minimum
suggested donation $5. (Noon-2PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Fully Informed Jury Association Outreach Panel: Join Ofer Nave, creator of www.fijanh.info, Rich Angell and Bob Constantine, FIJA Outreach Coordinators, James Babb, and recently jailed Julian Heicklen for a discussion about what you can do to educate prospective jurors about their right to nullify unjust laws.Talk includes a demonstration and Q & A session. (Noon-2PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Kidz-Only
Gymnastics! Join expert gymnastics instructor, Emily Smith of The Bardo
Project, and hone your agility, balance, coordination, and grace during
this fun afternoon event. (2-4PM, Field)
Buzz's
Big Gay Dance Party: This block-rockin', techo-house, queer hitz dance
party will be all the rage and your chance to prove you can shake your
money maker! It's a casual afternoon do-drop-in to help promote and
raise the roof for the Outright Libertarians of New Hampshire. (2-5PM,
Campsite #110)
Effective
In-the-System Activism: New Hampshire Liberty Alliance Talk. For more
than eight years, the NHLA has actively steered the NH state government
towards more freedom. Learn more about the organization, and the differences they are making in the Live Free or Die State. (3-5PM, Bingo Hall)
Fusion! Join Catherine Bleisch and John Bush of the Liberty Restoration Project for a discussion on DHS Fusion Centers. This talk will focus on the Fusion Center being built in New Hampshire. Discover what's happening in your own back yard! (3-5PM, Picnic Pavilion) [Please note this is a schedule change and is most current.]
Salsa
Dancing Class: Put on your dancing shoes and bring your rhythm and
blues (well, salsa songs)! Take a lesson with expert salsa-shakers,
Jody Underwood and Jessop Breth. (5-6PM, Bingo Hall)
Ernie Hancock will broadcast his radio show for Liberty News Radio. (5-8PM, Field Tent/Roaming)
Porc
Therapy live! You've heard their Porcupine relationship podcast, now
join hosts Stephanie Murphy and Mike Barskey as they take on one of the
toughest topics facing many would-be movers: "The Reluctant Partner."
(5-7PM, TV Room)
Here,
Piggy, Piggy! This satisfying pig roast is brought to you by NH-based
sustainable farmers and fellow Porcupines, The Bardo Project. Enjoy a
delicious meal with friends and family. Minimum suggested donation $10.
(6-8PM, Field)
Are
You Ready to Rock 'n Roll? Join freedom lovin' musicians for a
fun-filled evening of live music. Jordan Page, A Minor Revolution,
Rumors of War, Josh Noone and the Federal Crime, Under the Gun, Terry
McClain and the Realside Acoustic Duo, The Nothing Project, the Blue
Eyed Fools, and others. (5-11PM, Picnic Pavilion and Field)
Shabbat
Oneg Jewish Gathering. Join Rich Goldman and others for Kuddish,
singing, socializing, and possibly some dancing at this informal
gathering to outwardly express the happiness inherent in the Sabbath.
All are welcome. (8-9:30PM, RV Site #60)
Fugitive! Join in this fun, interactive camp-wide modified Hide-and-Seek game for kids and adults alike. Will you be a Runner or a Chaser? Will you be the one who finds the objective? Meet at the playground to find out more at the pre-game briefing with Miller Travis. (8:00PM+, Playground)
Magic: The Gathering "Booster Draft" Limited Tournament, $15.00 to play. For full details, please attend at the start of the game, which is recommended for experience players only. (8PM+, Bingo Hall)
Free Minds TV will be roaming about, shooting footage and interviewing people. (6:30PM+, Field/Roaming).
Free
Talk Live broadcasts live from PorcFest. Be part of the audience with
Ian Freeman, Mark Edge, and an assortment of special guests. (7-10PM,
TV Room)
Circle of Liberty Bonfire: Relax, it's been a long day! (9PM+, Field)
Late Night Movie. "CHARTARUM" hosted by ThinkTwice Productions. (TV Room, 10:30PM)
After Hours Spins. (11PM+, Picnic Pavilion)
SATURDAY, JUNE 26:
Take
a Hike! Moderate morning hike with Porcupine Realtor, Mark Warden, and
Tim Bauman. Meet in parking lot in front of Roger's office, bring comfy
shoes, hat, and sun screen... Or an umbrella--this is NH, be prepared,
rain or shine. (9-11AM, Roger's Parking Lot)
Newbie
Shoot with certified instructors. Meet in the parking lot in front of
Roger's Office for convoy/ride-share to the Dalton Gang Shooting Club,
approximately 15 miles away. If you can, bring your own firearms.
Loaners will be available. Ammo available for a fee. Please note: No
jacketed ammo permitted. (9AM-3PM, Dalton Gang Shooting Club)
A
World Without Courts? Join professional mediator Mike Ruff for an
explanation of mediation as a form of alternative dispute resolution,
followed by a Q&A session. (10AM-Noon, Bingo Hall)
Disaster Proof: 21st Century Preparation. Join security expert Devin Standard for practical survival tips. (10AM-Noon, TV Room) - CANCELED!
PiMP
My Activism role-playing seminar with Mike Barskey. Improve your
activism by practicing tense, difficult scenarios with the aid and
input of fellow activists who can share their thoughts and experiences.
(11AM to Noon, Field Tent)
TANSTAAFL
Lunch! Feeling peckish? Join us for hamburgers and hot dogs. Minimum
suggested donation $5. (Noon-2PM, Picnic Pavilion)
First
Movers Panel: Grab your lunch in the Picnic Pavilion and chat to some
of the folks who have already made the move to the Live Free or Die
state. Bring your questions, and learn more about the Porcupine
community in New Hampshire. (Noon-2PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Silver Circle Movie Talk: Find out more about the film that depicts the world after massive economic collapse: tyranny, explosions, monetary mayhem, romance and rebels. (Noon-2PM, TV Room)
FSP
VIP Donor Lunch: This afternoon event is by invitation only. Meet in
front of Roger's office at 11:45 a.m. (Noon-2PM, off-site)
Porcupet
Olympics: An afternoon of kid-friendly fun with Margot and Bradley
Keyes. Long-jump, javelin, discus, shot put, races, and an obstacle
course. This event is designed for children ages 6 and up. (1PM+,
Field)
Old
School Goes to Pot: Don't miss this debate! Join "civil disobedience
marijuana activist" Rich Paul, and "working within the system" Matt
Simon of the Coalition for Common Sense Drug Policy,as they square off
to debate different approaches to ending marijuana prohibition. Former
governor of New Mexico Gary Johnson of the Our America Initiative will
moderate. (2-4PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Larken
Rose: Man the Life Boats! Join this self-described "tax heretic" and
enemy of the state for a dynamite talk. Rose is the author of three
books, one video, and countless articles. He is unapologetically and
unconditionally committed to ending the "federal income tax" deception,
and more importantly, the more fundamental fraud underlying the entire
notion of "government" and "authority." (4-5PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Intense! Join Dale Everett and others for a reading of the script, Intense. (4-6PM, TV Room)
Group
Photo: Everyone! Don't miss our annual group photo! Help us memorialize
the Free State Projects growth. Be part of history! (5-6PM, Field)
State
Free Weddings: Get “hitched” without state involvement. Would you like
to pledge your L-O-V-E, whether in a limited time commitment ceremony,
or till death do you part?Bring your partner, and make your commitment
before officiators, Stacy Litz and Starr O'Hara. Witnesses welcome!
(6-7:30PM, Field Tent)
Food
Fight! The Cook-Off: Hosted by the Liberty Ladies. Don't miss this
legendary event! Travel on a culinary trail through Roger's campground
in search of the best one-pot dish.This is a great way to meet new
people and quell hunger pangs. Meet in front of the Bingo Hall to get
your score cards and map. (6-8PM, Roaming)
Ernie Hancock gives the opening speech at Soapbox Idol! You heard all about it.... Now experience it in person! Join us for an evening of ranting, laughter, water guns, and some mighty BIG egos.Registered contestants have three minutes to wow the audience and dethrone PorcFest's reigning Soapbox Idol champion, Seth Cohn.Judged by Gardner Goldsmith, Angela Keaton, and Chris Lawless. Brought to you by FreeKeene.com. (7:30-10:30PM, Picnic Pavilion)
Vermont Movie Night@PorcFest: In the mood for a little Vendetta? (8-10PM, Campsite 81)
Free
Talk Live broadcasts live from PorcFest. Be part of the audience with
Ian Freeman, Mark Edge, and an assortment of special guests. (7-10PM,
TV Room)
Circle of Liberty Bonfire: Relax, it's been a long day! (9PM+, Field)
Late Night Movie: Don't Tread On Me: Rise of the Republic
exposes “the commerce clause, defines Sovereignty, the proper role of
government, a Constitutional Militia and much more. Don't Tread On Me
offers sound solutions to take back rights stolen by our
out-of-control, despotic federal government.” (10:30PM+, TV Room)
After Hour Spins. (11PM+, Picnic Pavilion)
SUNDAY, JUNE 27:
Church Service: A gathering for Christians to worship and socialize. Everyone welcome! (8-10AM, Bingo Hall)
Silent Auction: Pick up your spoils by Noon in the Bingo Hall. Items not claimed will be forfeited and used at PorcFest 2011. (7AM-Noon, Bingo Hall)
Meet
the Free State Project's Board: Meet the folks behind the organization,
followed by a Q&A session. (10-11AM, Bingo Hall)
Closing
Ceremony with Gary Johnson: Alas, all good things must come to an end,
but PorcFest 2010 is going out with a bang! Join former New Mexico
governor Gary Johnson of the Our America Initiative for an invigorating
speech. Stay for the PorcFest awards ceremony. (11AM-1PM, Picnic
Pavilion)
PorcFest
Debrief: Tell us what we did right and where we can improve. Please
complete and return your evaluation form. (1PM+, Picnic Pavilion)
Leftover Luncheon: Join us for a mush-pit—geddit? No need to take those groceries home. Bring your leftovers and share with your fellow Porcupines at this parting event. (1PM+, Picnic Pavilion)
When & Where
10 Rogers Campground Rd
Lancaster,
03584
Thursday, June 24, 2010 at 8:00 AM - Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 9:00 PM (EDT)
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Help us bring Michael Badnarik to Porcfest!
Be one of the lucky 30 to sit in as Michael Badnarik, step-father of the Constitution and
Libertarian Party presidential candidate, boils down a lifetime of scholarship into 8 hours.
You will also have the chance to have your FREE copy of his book personally signed!
And Michael will stick around for the evening and "light the fires of liberty"!
But you must act fast! 30 people need to be signed up by May 15th!
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