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I like it but again, I am not sure that screen printing can do a good job on such a detailed graphic. Ed

Thank you, Carollee. Just keep watching this thread. I also hope it works out that you and Harry can attend.

For many years we had T-Shirts made every year. We have not done so for the past few years, but I am thinking with this being Number 20 perhaps we should. Is there anyone out there that would volunteer to coordinate this effort?

Cabin 1 Doug is attending Cabin 2 Not Rented last year - up for grabs Cabin 5 Could be available with special arrangements with Tim's group Cabin 6 Not Rented last year - up for grabs Cabin 7 Jerry and Nikki are attending Cabin 8 Ed and Randi are attending Eric and Lori Ann will join Cabin 9 Martin and Charlie are attending Cabin 10 Don, Terry AND Tammy are attending Cabin 11 Kirk and Russ are attending Treehouse A Rob Anzaldua Treehouse B Bob and Carol are attending Treehouse C Greg and Jenny are attending Treehouse D Kurt Schieding Loft 1 Available Loft 2 Available Loft 3 Available

Please use this thread to ask questions about reservations or do let us know your intention to exercise you option to repeat in your cabin from last year.

CarverFest 2026 - This is number 20. Wow! The first was in 2007. Carverfest 2026 will stretch from September 9 to September 23, 2026. This will be Twentieth time we have gathered to honor Bob Carver's contributions to the high-end audio world. We will be hosted again by Stonewood Cabins at their Watershed Resort about 6 miles outside of Bryson City NC. We are hopeful for a good turnout. The resort owners are promising some special events in recognition of the milestone. As always, we remain hopeful that Bob and Peggy Carver will attend.

Eric, Thank you for reaching out. CF is a very laid back - not too many scheduled events - kind of adventure. The bulk of people will start showing up on Friday Sept 5 and most will leave the following weekend, Sunday Sept 14. On Sunday night, Sept 7, there will be a gathering for dinner in my Cabin (8). On Saturday night, Sept 13, the Resort owners will host an evening with BBQ and live music. There will also, most likely, be other dinners in other cabins but none are specifically scheduled yet. Other than that, you can expect that people just make the rounds from cabin to cabin listening to music, admiring fine gear, and making friends. Of course, Bob Carver will be there for the dates I mentioned above. If you decide to come there are a couple of one bedroom units available or their are hotel options in town. Feel free to call me on my cell with questions or a heads up of when to expect you. I would be honored to introduce you around, I look forward to meeting you, Ed

Unfortunately, Steve K will not be able to attend. This opens up Treehouse D.

CF2025 is getting closer by the day. The cabins are mostly full with Cabin 2 (2 bedrooms) and all three Woodland Lofts (one bedroom) still available. Join us for a great experience.

I am providing the list today to Stonewood. Please reach out to Candice Moore and confirm your reservation and pay deposit by June 15. Her email is candice@sronewoodcabins.com. Cell is 828-371-1257 and the office number is 828-488-4630 or 828-222-0802.

2025 Carverfest Rate Calculator.xlsx The rate calculator for this year is above for download. Our contact is Candace Moore. I do not have a specific number for her, but I will post when I do. In the meantime, call the Stonewood Cabins number and ask for her. The number is 828-222-0802. Most people have stated their intent to exercise options. If you have not you have until May 15 to do so or the cabins will be opened up to others. Reservations must be made with Stonewood and deposit paid by June 15. I think the balance is due 4 or 6 weeks before arrival. Thanks, and please let me know if there are questions. Ed

I am delighted to put your names on Treehuse C. I am glad you decided to make the trip.

I have made that change

Rob, Thank you for your comments. We would love to see you back this Fall. Ed

I have spoken to many of last year attendees, and most are coming back to the same cabins. I am sorry to say that Greg and Jenny will not make it and have asked that their Treehouse Cabin be released.

Hi Glenn, Welcome to the Carverfest Sound Room. I see you are a long-time member of the forum. We would love to have you join us at CF this year. I hope that some other past and regular attenders will jump in with their impressions and descriptions of CF. It is an event like no other I know of. In fact, the POLK people tried to copy it with their own Polk Fest a few years back but it did not catch on. It is very laid back time with very little structure. Take a look at the information online concerning Watershed Resort (Watershed Resort | Stonewood Cabins). This a collection of cabins that are within walking distance of each other and in a private area. There are very few structured events other than gatherings for fellowship and evening meals several of the nights. Different cabins will host the entire group. Not every cabin hosts and it is purely voluntary. During the days people wonder from cabin to cabin listening to tunes and the systems that many bring. My wife and I have been going for 11 of the 18 years and I am proud to say that I have made many lifelong friends. The vent runs officially for two weeks. Some stay longer and some just for a weekend. Others, PLEASE add your thoughts. Ed

Cabin 1 Doug is attending Cabin 2 Not Rented last year - up for grabs Cabin 5 Could be available with special arrangements with Tim's group Cabin 6 Bob Carver and Peggy have Dibbs Cabin 7 Jerry and Nikki are attending Cabin 8 Ed and Randi are attending Eric and Lori Ann will join Cabin 9 Martin and Charlie are attending Cabin 10 Don, Terry AND Tammy are attending Cabin 11 Kirk and Russ are attending Treehouse A Kurt Shieding is attending Treehouse B Bob and Carol are attending Treehouse C Greg and Jenny are attending Treehouse D Available Loft 1 Available Loft 2 Available Loft 3 Available

Please use this thread to request cabins and ask general questions about reservations, etc. I have listed last year's attendee that will have dibbs. Please post your intent here or otherwise let me know by May 15 if you intend to repeat in your cabin.

We are starting the planning for CF2025. The official dates are 9-3-25 through 9-17-25. We will gather at Watershed Resort in Bryson City. This will be 19th consecutive year. Watch the soundroom. I will soon post the Cabin Reservation pages and other information. We do not have the rental rates yet but will soon.

Yes. Glad they are coming.

Hi Everyone, I heard from Peggy, Bob Carver's wife, yesterday. I am delighted to report that she and Bob are still set to attend!! Ed

Excellent - Glad you are coming!!!! If Treehouse A was open that is great. Just be aware that unless all four Treehouses are occupied by CF people, music must be kept to a low volume.

The scheduled events so far are: Sunday Evening Sept 8 - Dinner at cabin 8. We have again invited The Stonewood staff. We are planning a little different menu this year. Saturday Evening Sept 14 - For the fifth year Stonewood will host us all for an evening of good food and music at The Yard. Please reply with other events if you would like to organize one or host one.

Good Morning All, It is almost exactly one month to the official start of CF2024. Due to various circumstances, we have a few cabin openings, Cabins 2, 6, 10 and Treehouse C are not rented. These have been recently released back to Stonewood to rent to the general public. If anyone has a last-minute interest in attending, you should act quickly. Here is the current slate as I know it. People are arriving at various times. Cabin 1 Doug Cabin 7 Jerry and Niki Cabin 8 Ed, Randi, Eric and Lori Ann Cabin 9 Martin and Charlie Cabin 11 Kirk, Darlene, Russ and Pat TH A Greg and Jenny TH B Bob and Carol TH D Steve Lofts Don, Terri, Tammy, Bob Carver, and Peggy We are so pleased that Bob is still slated to attend. Last I heard Ray and his family were at attend for several days but are staying somewhere off-site. Unless something changes (and I hope it does) long time attenders RobertR, Harry, Carolee and Mark will not be able to attend. We will certainly miss them. Cabin will host a meal for all including The Stonewood staff on Sunday Evening, Sept 8. The menu will be a little different this year. Stonewood will host us, for the fifth year in a row, on Saturday evening, Sept 14. Look forward to seeing all of you soon, Ed