[Cc-webedit] Newsletter Stuff

[tim]

The south cost page has been taken down! But yes would be good to send
something like this for sure.
This stuff is all really detailed but it's a long way off the newsletter
with concise information we need to inspire all of the people not sure if
they're coming or not to come.

The information posted here would be good on the website but needs to be
massively edited in order to be suitable to send out as a newsletter.

Can anyone take on making this happen?  I just don't have the time
unfortunately.

I posted some bits crabgrass that might be useful.. have you seen this?

It;s less than 4 weeks until the event and we currently haven't sent out
anything solid to all of the networks that we have access
too. I'm starting to get scared....

Any thoughts?





On Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 11:16 AM, <process at climatecamp.org.uk> wrote:

> Hey guys,
>
> anything about the blocs? do you think it'd be worth including that map
> from the south coast blog? Or is there another one being made with more of
> a what's what in the power station, no-go areas, etc.?
>
> michele x
>
> > Hey process, here's stuff about kit and transport to go in....
> >
> > Tim, you have anything more?
> >
> > cheers,
> > Matt
> > **
> > *Kit List*
> > ------------------------------------------------------------------------
> > Here’s a list of things that you will need to organise for the swoop.
> > Ideally this could be sorted out between you in your affinity groups or
> as
> > a
> > neighbourhood to help share the load.
> >
> > ***Absolute Essentials!*** – Things we strongly suggest everyone should
> > bring.
> > *Food and water.*
> > This is absolutely the most important thing! Remember you need to bring
> > enough to last you for 2 days (and maybe a little to share with your new
> > found swoopers). High energy stuff like Flapjacks, Houmus, Sugary foods
> or
> > Kendel Mint Cake are great for keeping you going through a long blockade.
> > You should bring at least 2 litres of water with you as there won’t be
> any
> > taps nearby!
> >
> > *All your warm clothes* (and then some!).
> > We’ll stay overnight, and it’s going to get really cold, especially
> > without
> > the heat from the coal fires next door! Hat, Gloves, Coat and thick socks
> > are essentials … plus with this being October in England, you may well
> > need
> > to think about Waterproofs too.
> >
> > *Sleeping bag.*
> > It’s a good idea to also bring a roll-mat and some tarp (e.g. these blue
> > plastic sheets from garden shop) along with some lines to hang the tarp
> up
> > with. This would be perfec to sort out with your friends and other people
> > in
> > your neighbourhood as besides spreading the load being carried, getting
> as
> > many people under a tarp as possible means a warmer night for everyone.
> >
> > *Sturdy boots.*
> > Take a look at the arial photographs and you’ll see that flip-flops or
> > high
> > heels are going to make for a pretty rough time on your feet. Keep your
> > feet
> > happy and you’ll have even more energy to put into a successful action!
> >
> > *Bustcard.*
> > An absolute must have item, copies of which can soon be downloaded at
> > http://climatecamp.org.uk/actions/climate-swoop-2009. Make sure everyone
> > in
> > your group has a copy and try to memorise the number of a good solicitor
> > just in case (details will be on the card. It’s highly recommended to
> > write
> > this number on your arm in something that won’t easily wash off. Even if
> > you’re not planning to get arrested, it’s still worth having this just in
> > case (see seizure of crayons, board games etc at Kingsnorth last year for
> > evidence of weird policing)
> > **
> > ***Highly Recommended*** – we would suggest to bring these things for
> your
> > group to share
> >
> > *Torch.*
> > There’s no street lighting nearby and if it’s cloudy it’ll be pitch
> black.
> > Don’t forget to switch it of if you’re trying not to be seen…
> >
> > *Map and compass.*
> > Knowing the layout of the area well before you arrive is a great idea,
> and
> > your action may well depend on you knowing exactly where you are at any
> > time. In this situation, stopping and asking a policeman for directions
> > might not be the best idea :-) So check out (the website with the map)
> and
> > learn how to use a compass.
> >
> > *Tent.*
> > Not only great for sleeping in, it presents both a handy billboard to get
> > your message across along with a cunning obstacle for road traffic if you
> > plan to stay put for a while! Pop up ones may be best for this but
> > planning
> > this as an affinity group or neighbourhood and spreading the load is
> > ideal.
> > Remember though that there is no campsite planned for his action and so
> > you
> > will have to bear this in mind when deciding whether or not to pack the
> > extra weight.
> >
> > *Mobile Phone.*
> > A pay as you go mobile with a camera is ideal. If you’re using your own
> > phone, remember to back up your contact list and then delete it from your
> > phone just in case before arriving. It’s pretty important to get a new
> sim
> > card to use for this action and make sure the other members of your
> > affinity
> > group have the number. If you’re taking pictures of your action, remember
> > to
> > ask before shooting and don’t incriminate anyone. Reception probably
> won’t
> > be too great so don’t rely on it too much but if your phone has an
> > internet
> > browser you can go to mob.notts.indymedia.org.uk and upload your
> > photo’s/videos/text straight to the Nottinghamshire Indymedia website to
> > tell the world about your exciting action.
> >
> > *Action Specific Stuff.*
> > Between your group you may have already decided how you are going to go
> > about your action against Ratcliffe-on-soar Power Station so don’t forget
> > all the bits and bobs you’ll need to achieve your aims, be it a couple of
> > D-locks to secure your bike whilst you demonstrate, some flotation aids
> in
> > case you decide to cool off in the river after a hard days action, or
> > perhaps 3 pieces of scaffold pole securely joined together to give you a
> > better view over the fence to the beautiful scenery behind. Don’t forget
> > as
> > you’re planning to consider how you’re going to get this stuff there (and
> > back again for another day?) and divide up the load between yourselves.
> If
> > your action absolutely depends on something, one person carrying it all
> is
> > a
> > bad idea as if they wander off and get lost you may need to hastily
> replan
> > your action.
> >
> > *Small amount of cash.*
> > May be really useful to get yourself out of a pickle, particularly if
> > you’re
> > making your own way there. There’s no shops particularly nearby to get
> > food/drink/cigs etc so you should already have all this with you when you
> > arrive, but there’s always the chance you were following a Sat Nav and
> > ended
> > up at Ratcliffe on the Wreake in Leicester by accident. It should be
> noted
> > that bringing a cash card is a bad idea if you don’t want to be
> identified
> > (along with any other kind of ID – leave it at home unless you are a
> > driver,
> > in which case you will need your license with you).
> > **
> > ***Stuff to avoid*** – Here’s some stuff we very strongly recommend you
> do
> > NOT bring with you!
> >
> > *Knives.* (or anything that could be considered a weapon)
> > You can guarantee that the next days papers will be full of “Bumper
> > weapons
> > haul seized at power plant action”, despite the fact that you were
> > dividing
> > up a carrot between your mates. Plan your food so that you won’t need a
> > knife, and there’s always another way of cutting string etc.
> >
> > *Dogs.*
> > The little ones can get really stressed out on actions like this and it
> > won’t be very fun for them. Also consider what will happen to them if you
> > find yourself unexpectedly detained for any reason. Even those seemingly
> > inseperable from their furry friends will be making dog-sitting
> > arrangements
> > for a large action like this.
> >
> > *Booze/Drugs.*
> > Quite apart from the lack of toilets and overpriced bags of salted
> peanuts
> > at the action, alcohol will dehydrate you very quickly (and may well turn
> > you into a liability for others) and taking drugs into an area that is
> > likely to be heavily policed and which may have a blanket stop and search
> > policy in place is clearly a bad idea. Keep a clear head and focus on why
> > everyone is here and you’ll soon find out that it’s a much better way to
> > spend a saturday night out with your mates!
> >
> >
> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
> >
> >
> > *Transport*
> > ---------------------------------------------------------------------
> > There are several options to get to the Great Climate Swoop:
> >
> > OPTION 1
> > With your affinity group: you’ve got your own plan and can get youself to
> > Ratcliffe on Soar power station at 12noon Oct 17. Sorted! We’d really
> like
> > to encourage this option – the more autonomous devolved stuff that is
> > happening, the better!
> >
> > OPTION 2
> > Join group transport that is leaving from near you all over the country
> > early on saturday morning or friday night. We’ll soon have a list on the
> > website {http://climatecamp.org.uk/actions/climate-swoop-2009} with
> > transport from all areas and details of how to sign up to it.
> > This is a really really good option especially if you don’t have a group
> > of
> > friends to come with, because you can get to know other people on the way
> > there. Already-formed affinity groups can also make good use of this
> > option,
> > because once you’re in the vicinity you can get off and do whatever
> you’ve
> > planned! You might want to discuss beforehand if you would like to be
> open
> > for people you meet on your transport to join your group.
> >
> > OPTION 3
> > Last-minute emergency backup option: you faffed around, didn’t make up
> > your
> > mind, didn’t find a dog-sitter in time, and didn’t manage to get onto
> > group
> > transport. BUT you can still get to Nottingham. Just get to the train
> > station friday night between 6 and 9pm and find the friendly
> > powerstation-takeover welcome people. They can sort you out with a place
> > to
> > spend the night and/or tell you how join transport to Ratcliffe on Soar
> on
> > Saturday (make sure you’ve got some dosh on you). Accommodation will be
> > limited so PLEASE join group transport now or sort out somewhere to sleep
> > youself.
> > If you live in Nottingham anyway and would like to join the transport on
> > saturday, find the welcome people too.
> >
> > OPTION 4 – Critical Mass:
> > Bring your bike to Nottingham and cycle to the powerstation! We will
> leave
> > from Nottingham Saturday morning – keep an eye on
> > http://climatecamp.org.uk/actions/climate-swoop-2009 for more details
> > soon!
> > If you need crash-space the night before come to the station friday night
> > and find the welcome people.
> >
> > INFO FOR TRANSPORT ORGANIZERS
> > If you are organizing group transport to Ratcliffe on Soar, please
> contact
> > outreach at climatecamp.org.uk so we can add it to the list on the website
> > and
> > get more people to come along! Please really consider whether YOU could
> be
> > the person to organize transport from your town and bring another load of
> > people to join in on this amazing empowering action! Do it!!
> > Then be ready to arrive at a drop-off space (very nearby, you will get
> the
> > details soon) at 12:00 on Oct 17. Most groups should be able to get there
> > on
> > time by leaving early Saturday morning. For those who come from so far
> > away
> > that they need overnight accommodation, we recommend spending the night
> at
> > least one hour’s drive away. Let outreach at climatecamp.org.uk know if you
> > are
> > planning to do that and would like recommendations.
> >
> > Minibuses would be ideal for transport: they are easier to handle/park on
> > the day than coaches, probably turn out cheaper, can be driven by us, and
> > if
> > they are hire vehicles won’t have known licence plates :-)
> >
>
>
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