2023 RTE Ride To Eat, Northwest TN, Saturday April 1, 2023. See the Eagles!

You Coming?

  • Yes

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  • No I hate great tasting catfish and seeing beautiful eagles

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SeabeeCapt

Premier Member
#1
Hi all,
My suggestion for the winter doldrums is to put this SPRING RTE on your calendar and you'll be part of the magic of wishing for better riding conditions in the new season, promise! Ride Safe everyone and see you in Northwest Tennessee, Tiptonville on Saturday April 1st; First Saturday in April. Please register via Ride Master https://rides.jasonjonas.com/regRequest.php?id=862 so I'll know how big a room to reserve and how many for the boat tours?

Boyette's Restaurant in Tiptonville, TN, Eating begins at 11:00am to 1:00pm. The kicking of tires and the telling of tall tales starts around 9:00am.

The boat tour attraction continues for 2023: I am setting up Eagle exclusive pontoon boat tours that leave from the Reelfoot Ranger Station located across the street from Boyette’s. The tours will be for RTE attendees only! Weather must cooperate for the boat rides. If, I’m able to cancel refunds via PayPal will be issued.

Morning Eagles exclusive Boat Tour Leaves at 9:00am to 11:00am. 15 people limit, cost $27.50. Use PayPal Regular payment (NOT Friends & Family).
Afternoon Eagles exclusive Boat Tour Leaves at 1:00pm to 3:00pm. 15 people limit, cost $27.50. Use PayPal Regular payment (NOT Friends & Family).

This ride is scheduled at the same time as the Bald Eagles' baby eaglets should be about two to three weeks old. The Ranger Station across the highway has had cameras on their nesting sites. So, if the Eagles cooperate and nest where the cameras are then you can see these magnificent birds close up. Additionally, the Ranger Station has other live examples of wildlife including two Bald Eagles that are injured and can't hunt for themselves, so you'll see Eagles regardless. http://www.reelfoot.com/eagles.htm

Boyette's serves family style and is described below: Since 1921 Boyette's has been one of west Tennessee's top restaurants. People from all over a four-state area make the drive every week to experience the true flavor of the south. Just make sure you're hungry, because their specialty is serving up generous portions of Catfish, Country Ham, Fried Chicken and more. Put it together with some homemade hushpuppies, onion rings and country vegetables and it's not just a meal it's an experience. http://www.reelfoot.com/boyettes/index.htm

Boyette's Dining Room (N36 21.643 W89 25.985) Hwy. 21 Tiptonville, TN 38079

Ride Safe, Think Fast!
Robert
 
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yon

Premier Member
#2
Sounds fun. I signed up for the 9am tour. I'll probably camp at the Reelfoot Lake State Park the night of the 31st, unless there are plans for a group lodge or campsite elsewhere. Haven't decided whether I will leave Saturday night or stay until Sunday, will solidify plans as we get closer to the date.
 

SeabeeCapt

Premier Member
#3
Justin,
Call Vanessa (731) 253-9652 she operates the Ranger Station and owns the campground. Let here know you’re with the April 1 motorcycle group and maybe she’ll offer a discount. Never know until you ask? She also has cabins.
Ride Safe, Think Fast!
Robert
 

MidTNJasonF

Premier Member
#5
Going to throw this one on the calendar and join in. I have not been to Reelfoot in 25+ years and it is just a short day ride (500m round trip) for me.
 

MidTNJasonF

Premier Member
#6
Well the best laid plans...

Seems like I will not be back from a family trip in time to make this. My wife thought her plan was better than mine I guess.

Robert @SeabeeCapt, if you have a wait list or know someone who wanted to do the boat ride/tour I had a 1:00-3:00 pm slot if I recall. You can release or transfer that to someone if you are able.
 

SeabeeCapt

Premier Member
#8
In about a week (April 1) some GREAT catfish and camaraderie with be served up at Boyette's Family Style Restaurant in Tiptonville, TN! You are welcome to have some.

Ride Safe, Think Fast!

Robert