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Title: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/08/2012 02:47 PM
3rd Annual Cigars for Troops Drive

It's that time of year again! Even though the holiday season is a few months away, starting early will give everyone who wants to participate time to send a care package. Here are the previous years' posts:

2011 - http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?topic=9907.0
2010 - http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?topic=5894.0

The basic rules:

*The cutoff will be October 31st for getting packages/donations in the mail to me. This will allow me enough time to get them shipped and the soldiers receive them before the holidays.
*Send as many cigars as you would like. Even a fiver will make a difference. My address is in my profile.
*Packages can be drop shipped to me from vendors.  Members have done this in years past with success.
*Please PM me if you send a package. I'd like to avoid boxes sitting on my doorstep in case I'm traveling.
*If you would prefer, a cash donation can be made to cover shipping. Last year the approximate cost was $80 to ship 3 large packages. I will keep everyone updated in case we have enough to cover shipping.
*I will keep a running list of those that have expressed interest along with if I received the package. If you commit to donating early on and decide it can't be done, no harm, no foul.

Last year, I created a virtual humidor with all the cigars. Depending on the response, I might do that again this year.

As always, feel free to post any questions!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: MT21 on 08/08/2012 02:50 PM
Count me in again Nathan.
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Post by: lubrix on 08/08/2012 02:51 PM
I am in!.
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Post by: grabow66 on 08/08/2012 03:01 PM
Im in!
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Post by: Shukpaw on 08/08/2012 03:18 PM
Thanks for doing this again.  You know I will be sending some cigars for this.
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Post by: Hapcigar on 08/08/2012 03:52 PM
I'm in.  Thanks for the lead notice.  September is a good month for me so expect shipment then.
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Post by: cocon on 08/08/2012 03:53 PM
I am in!!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/08/2012 04:51 PM
Great initial response, folks!  Starting the list:

cocon
grabow66
Hapcigar
lubrix
MT21
Shukpaw
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: akira on 08/08/2012 05:01 PM
I'm in.  

I think this is the 4th year we've done this now.  The first year that we did it, it was a pass and I sent off all the cigars to the troops when it got back to me.  I like this way much better as it is more timely for the holidays.  Thanks for setting it up again.
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Post by: gitfiddl on 08/08/2012 05:30 PM
I'm in!
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Post by: toby2 on 08/08/2012 05:34 PM
have you got any feedback from these? Steph and I sent out five boxes with smokes etc and we never heard peep back. just curious.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Jackal on 08/08/2012 05:55 PM
I am in
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Post by: mike.casey on 08/08/2012 08:03 PM
Of course I'm in!
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Post by: ThinBlueLine on 08/08/2012 08:09 PM
I am in
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: ThinBlueLine on 08/08/2012 08:12 PM
Just realized I don't have 100 posts so I can't view your address...PM me if you want info on me...I have solid feedback from Wescat....I understand the rules though just trying to do my part...brother is Captain in USMC and send bombs often to him...
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: SenorPablo on 08/08/2012 08:14 PM
I'm in again.  Thanks for running it again.  

-Paul
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: sjn1117 on 08/08/2012 08:22 PM
im in by all means. anything for the guys and gals in harms way for me and mine.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/08/2012 08:47 PM
Quoteakira - 8/8/2012  6:01 PM
I think this is the 4th year we've done this now.  The first year that we did it, it was a pass and I sent off all the cigars to the troops when it got back to me.  I like this way much better as it is more timely for the holidays.  Thanks for setting it up again.

My bad, Mike, you are correct.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/08/2012 08:54 PM
Quotetoby2 - 8/8/2012  6:34 PM

have you got any feedback from these? Steph and I sent out five boxes with smokes etc and we never heard peep back. just curious.

In 2010, we received a nice letter from one of the groups we bombed.  They also included a flag that had been flown over their base (have the flag/specifics in a safe place).

Last year, we didn't receive anything.  However, I'm not too worried about it as long as we provide something for their efforts and being away during the holidays. :biggrin:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/08/2012 08:56 PM
Quoteswvalenti - 8/8/2012  9:12 PM

Just realized I don't have 100 posts so I can't view your address...PM me if you want info on me...I have solid feedback from Wescat....I understand the rules though just trying to do my part...brother is Captain in USMC and send bombs often to him...

PM sent.  Since I don't really have anything to lose in this, I sent you my addy.  Thank you for any contribution!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/08/2012 08:57 PM
Updated list:

akira
cocon
gitfiddl
grabow66
Hapcigar
Jackal
lubrix
mike.casey
MT21
SenorPablo
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
swvalenti
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: sjn1117 on 08/08/2012 08:58 PM
hey, god bless the men and women backing the red white and blue. they deserve our respect and some damn fine smokes if nothing else.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: toby2 on 08/08/2012 09:06 PM

Quotenwb - 8/8/2012 9:54 PM
Quotetoby2 - 8/8/2012 6:34 PM have you got any feedback from these? Steph and I sent out five boxes with smokes etc and we never heard peep back. just curious.
In 2010, we received a nice letter from one of the groups we bombed. They also included a flag that had been flown over their base (have the flag/specifics in a safe place). Last year, we didn't receive anything. However, I'm not too worried about it as long as we provide something for their efforts and being away during the holidays. :biggrin:

don't get me wrong i was just asking. we sent some big damn boxes full of stuff and contact info etc. we heard they may not have gotten through so we were bummed out.

i will get something over to you. my lodge is mostly military and they do love a surprise when deployed.

Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Chrism305 on 08/08/2012 09:46 PM
I'm in. Will send stuff in October. Cigars only or cutters and lighters also?
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Post by: nkowal on 08/08/2012 09:58 PM
in
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Post by: 1sgjeffward on 08/08/2012 10:07 PM
For obvious reasons I have a soft spot for the troops so I'm in. Also you can count me in for a split of the shipping cost if needed just LMK what you need when the time comes and I've got ya covered.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: BigTA on 08/08/2012 10:14 PM
Count me in...
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Vroomp on 08/08/2012 10:31 PM
I would like to donate some sticks and/or even money for your shipping costs. I am unable to view addresses but, I see you are in Atlanta and I work in Buckhead on a daily basis and would be happy to meet you for a handoff. Please PM me for my cell number.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Brlesq on 08/09/2012 07:09 AM
I'm in again.  Thanks for organizing this Nate! :bigthumbs:
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Post by: Robert LG on 08/09/2012 07:36 AM
I'm in again Nate!
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/09/2012 10:54 AM
Quotetoby2 - 8/8/2012  10:06 PM

Quotenwb - 8/8/2012 9:54 PM
Quotetoby2 - 8/8/2012 6:34 PM have you got any feedback from these? Steph and I sent out five boxes with smokes etc and we never heard peep back. just curious.
In 2010, we received a nice letter from one of the groups we bombed. They also included a flag that had been flown over their base (have the flag/specifics in a safe place). Last year, we didn't receive anything. However, I'm not too worried about it as long as we provide something for their efforts and being away during the holidays. :biggrin:

don't get me wrong i was just asking. we sent some big damn boxes full of stuff and contact info etc. we heard they may not have gotten through so we were bummed out.

i will get something over to you. my lodge is mostly military and they do love a surprise when deployed.


It can get dicey with getting packages to the right people.  Last year, we had one bounce back almost two months after I sent it.  After some recovery time in the humidor, I sent them to a different group, and I believe they received them.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/09/2012 10:56 AM
QuoteChrism305 - 8/8/2012  10:46 PM

I'm in. Will send stuff in October. Cigars only or cutters and lighters also?

Cutters might be ok, but I won't ship lighters due to postal regulations.  Matches will work, though, and I usually throw in a bunch with each box.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/09/2012 10:58 AM
QuoteVroomp - 8/8/2012  11:31 PM

I would like to donate some sticks and/or even money for your shipping costs. I am unable to view addresses but, I see you are in Atlanta and I work in Buckhead on a daily basis and would be happy to meet you for a handoff. Please PM me for my cell number.

A handoff sounds good.  I live in the northeast suburbs, but I make it down to Buckhead once or twice a month.  Next time I plan on being down there, I'll shoot you a PM.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/09/2012 11:01 AM
New list.  This is going to be BIG....

1sgjeffward
akira
BigTA
Brlesq
Chrism305
cocon
gitfiddl
grabow66
Hapcigar
Jackal
lubrix
mike.casey
nkowal
MT21
Robert LG
SenorPablo
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
swvalenti
toby2
Vroomp
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: BXgreenhorn on 08/09/2012 11:20 AM
I'm in. God bless our troops... :usa:
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Post by: BXgreenhorn on 08/09/2012 01:46 PM
PM sent
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Post by: NES Tek on 08/09/2012 02:11 PM
You know I'm in!
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Post by: hardeveningsuburb on 08/09/2012 03:20 PM
I'm in again!  Last year's was great, let's make it an even better one this time around!
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Post by: zac on 08/09/2012 03:24 PM
I'd like to participate this year.
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Post by: Cfickter on 08/09/2012 04:51 PM
I already do a program with the US Navy SEALS, but I will gladly donate to this one also.  Will get some going your way.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: grabow66 on 08/10/2012 11:09 AM
I sent my donation today, 0303 2460 0002 1037 2856
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Post by: ThinBlueLine on 08/10/2012 11:32 AM
Package is on the way Sir, PM sent with USPS DC #....thanks for organizing this!
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Post by: BlackIrish on 08/10/2012 11:42 AM
I'll contribute again this year, Nathan.  Thanks for organizing again!
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/10/2012 09:18 PM
Wow, I've already got multiple donations on the way.  Thanks everyone!

1sgjeffward
akira
BigTA
BlackIrish
Brlesq
Bxgreenhorn – Package Sent
Cfickter
Chrism305
cocon
gitfiddl
grabow66 – Package Sent
Hapcigar
hardeveningsuburb
Jackal
lubrix
mike.casey
NES Tek
nkowal
MT21
Robert LG
SenorPablo
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
swvalenti – Package Sent
toby2
Vroomp
zac
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Cfickter on 08/10/2012 09:26 PM
I looked at the 2011 final pics, holy smoke!  We gotta do beat that this year.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/10/2012 09:34 PM
QuoteCfickter - 8/10/2012  10:26 PM

I looked at the 2011 final pics, holy smoke!  We gotta do beat that this year.

Last year was amazing.  Here are the pics (2010 at top, 2011 on bottom):
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Post by: sjn1117 on 08/10/2012 11:26 PM
is it better to send it now or wait a little until its closer to time for the big package to go out. either way is ok by me.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: gitfiddl on 08/11/2012 06:29 AM
I've got a coworker that's chipping in as well.  We're gonna see if we can what we can get from the other guys around the place.
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Post by: wescat on 08/11/2012 09:07 AM
Thanks for doing this again Nathan !!!!    :bigthumbs:
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Post by: Cfickter on 08/11/2012 09:36 AM

Quotenwb - 8/10/2012  10:34 PM  
QuoteCfickter - 8/10/2012  10:26 PM  I looked at the 2011 final pics, holy smoke!  We gotta do beat that this year.
Last year was amazing.  Here are the pics (2010 at top, 2011 on bottom):

 I got a box on order and some loose stuff I will send as soon as it gets here

Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Cfickter on 08/11/2012 10:13 AM
Here is a question that some may have. I have some AF 8-5-8's and some others not in cellos. Would you only prefer ones in cellos for shipping reasons?
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/11/2012 11:03 AM
Quotesjn1117 - 8/11/2012  12:26 AM

is it better to send it now or wait a little until its closer to time for the big package to go out. either way is ok by me.

Whatever is easier for you.  I plan on putting everything in a coolidor until it is time to ship.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/11/2012 11:04 AM
QuoteCfickter - 8/11/2012  11:13 AM

Here is a question that some may have. I have some AF 8-5-8's and some others not in cellos. Would you only prefer ones in cellos for shipping reasons?

I have some extra cello and the six finger baggies for those cigars that I receive without cello.  Feel free to send them.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: sjn1117 on 08/11/2012 11:21 AM
i will get my contributions out to you wednesday or thursday of next week. again thanks for putting this together.
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Post by: NoMoreLies on 08/12/2012 02:51 PM
Count me in.  I'll get a package to you soon.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: kola on 08/12/2012 04:46 PM
Glad I caught this thread. Nathan, thanks for coordinating this event again, you're a true champ.
Expect a drop-shipment to come your way.

And a special thanks to all you who are participating. The guys and gals love it when big packages show up.
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Post by: McBryde on 08/19/2012 01:02 AM
Count me in as well Nathan, I'll get some boxed up and sent to you.

Emerson
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Post by: Cfickter on 08/19/2012 08:49 AM
The cigars I ordered for this will be here Monday. Will add what I already have and send them out.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/19/2012 08:45 PM
Quick update.  I've already received four donations, and I'll try to post pictures and create an online humidor this week.

1sgjeffward
akira
BigTA
BlackIrish
Brlesq
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter
Chrism305
cocon
gitfiddl
grabow66 – Package Received
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb
Jackal
kola
lubrix
McBryde
mike.casey
NES Tek
nkowal
NoMoreLies
MT21
Robert LG
SenorPablo
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2
Vroomp
wescat
zac
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/20/2012 04:26 PM
We are off the a great start; after four donations, we have 88 cigars!  Here is a link to the virtual humidor:

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=nwb


And here are photos of the donations (in order that I received them).
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Robert LG on 08/22/2012 05:02 PM
Hey Nate, I sent you a package from CI today for the troops.  It is for 20 601 Blue Torpedos. Thanks for doing this again.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Cfickter on 08/26/2012 11:26 AM
Nate, mine shows delivered. Should have arrived FedEx.
Please let me know you got it
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/26/2012 05:43 PM
Another donation arrived, making it 113 cigars so far. :dancing:

Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: toby2 on 08/26/2012 07:01 PM
i got totally sold on USPS the other day and ordered some boxes etc. door to door pick up and delivery plus being able to print your own shipping label are too cool. when they get here i have some sticks to send over to you.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: 1sgjeffward on 08/26/2012 07:29 PM
Quotetoby2 - 8/26/2012  6:01 PM

i got totally sold on USPS the other day and ordered some boxes etc. door to door pick up and delivery plus being able to print your own shipping label are too cool. when they get here i have some sticks to send over to you.

It's cheaper and you get FREE delivery confirmation when you pay online also.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: BXgreenhorn on 08/27/2012 08:21 PM
Wow already 113 sticks with only 5 people. I can't wait to see the final tally.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/29/2012 11:27 AM
QuoteRobert LG - 8/22/2012  6:02 PM

Hey Nate, I sent you a package from CI today for the troops.  It is for 20 601 Blue Torpedos. Thanks for doing this again.

They came in today:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 08/29/2012 11:30 AM
Thank you to everyone who has already donated - not only am I receiving a lot of cigars, they are nice cigars as well!  Here is an updated list:

1sgjeffward
akira
BigTA
BlackIrish
Brlesq
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter – Package Received
Chrism305
cocon
gitfiddl
grabow66 – Package Received
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb
Jackal
kola
lubrix
McBryde
mike.casey
NES Tek
nkowal
NoMoreLies
MT21
Robert LG – Package Received
SenorPablo
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2
Vroomp
wescat
zac
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: junglepete on 08/29/2012 01:58 PM
Hey Nathan! Small package is on the way from CI.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 09/02/2012 10:19 PM
Quotejunglepete - 8/29/2012  2:58 PM

Hey Nathan! Small package is on the way from CI.

Got it today.  Thanks Pete!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: 1sgjeffward on 09/03/2012 07:04 AM
Nate, going to try and get a package out by the end of the week before I leave. If for some reason I can't it will be out for sure before the deadline. Also shoot me a PM and LMK what's the status on donations for the shipping costs and I will throw some cash in the box for that as well.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: lubrix on 09/03/2012 07:29 AM
I will send the package out later this week.
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Post by: lubrix on 09/11/2012 09:38 AM
Package sent.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 09/11/2012 07:33 PM
Another care package has arrived, this time courtesy of toby2.  Thank you, sir!

Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 09/11/2012 07:37 PM
Our total count to date is 161 cigars.  Thank you all!  Here is link to the virtual humidor:

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=nwb

Here is an updated list:

1sgjeffward
akira
BigTA
BlackIrish
Brlesq
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter – Package Received
Chrism305
cocon
gitfiddl
grabow66 – Package Received
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb
Jackal
Junglepete – Package Received
kola
lubrix – En Route
McBryde
mike.casey
NES Tek
nkowal
NoMoreLies
MT21
Robert LG – Package Received
SenorPablo
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2 – Package Received
Vroomp
wescat
zac
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: kola on 09/11/2012 09:49 PM
OMG. What month is it?  Nate, I will have some drop shipped to you soon. Hope I haven't missed the party.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: hardeveningsuburb on 09/13/2012 03:18 PM
Quotekola - 9/11/2012  9:49 PM

OMG. What month is it?  Nate, I will have some drop shipped to you soon. Hope I haven't missed the party.

Me too, I'll have some in the mail by early next week at the latest.  Hope I haven't missed the boat.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nkowal on 09/15/2012 12:26 PM
Crap me too. Going to start browsing to get something out!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: sjn1117 on 09/16/2012 01:18 PM
sorry i told you id send something a long time ago and completely dropped the ball. i will make sure something heads your way next week. that damn a.d.d. got me again!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 09/16/2012 06:34 PM
Two more donations rolled in this weekend.  Thanks go out to lubrix and MT21!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 09/16/2012 06:40 PM
Kola, hardeveningsuburb, nkowal, sjn1117 - We still have some time.  The cutoff is the end of October.


This is open to anyone, so if you are a new member or a vet than hasn't had a chance to show interest, feel free to contribute!  You can find the rules/guidelines on page one of this thread.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: zac on 09/20/2012 08:11 PM
I shipped out a package yesterday.  Thanks for organizing this!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Chrism305 on 09/20/2012 09:04 PM
I'm waiting on a shipment, will sent out my part ASAP. Thanks for putting it all together!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Jackal on 09/22/2012 11:45 PM
I will get mine together and out the week.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 09/24/2012 07:34 PM
We received two more donations, one from zac and the other from 87North.  Thank you!  That brings us up to 196 cigars thus far. :bigthumbs:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 09/24/2012 07:39 PM
Here is an update on the virtual humidor:

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=nwb


We are down to approximately 5 weeks left to get your donations in.  This is open to everyone, so if you feel like contributing, post here or let me know via PM.  This is an updated list on who has shown interest:

1sgjeffward
87North – Package Received
akira
BigTA
BlackIrish
Brlesq
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter – Package Received
Chrism305
cocon
gitfiddl
grabow66 – Package Received
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb
Jackal
Junglepete – Package Received
kola
lubrix – Package Received
McBryde
mike.casey
NES Tek
nkowal
NoMoreLies
MT21 – Package Received
Robert LG – Package Received
SenorPablo
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2 – Package Received
Vroomp
wescat
zac – Package Received
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Chrism305 on 09/24/2012 09:34 PM
Sent out the box today
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Vroomp on 10/01/2012 12:16 PM
Sent mine to ya on Saturday!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Jackal on 10/01/2012 12:18 PM
Mine are in the box, dropping off to the PO today.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Mvilla888 on 10/01/2012 01:32 PM
Not sure how I missed this...will put a package together this weekend when I get back from a business trip and have it out to you next Monday.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/01/2012 08:01 PM
Donations are starting to roll in.  With the following three, we are now over 300 cigars with about a month to go to get in your care packages.

Special props to Grabow66 - he sent in a second package!  Thanks go out to him as well as Vroomp and Chrism305 for the following:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/01/2012 08:04 PM
Updated list of contributions:

1sgjeffward
87North – Package Received
akira
BigTA
BlackIrish
Brlesq
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter – Package Received
Chrism305 – Package Received
cocon
gitfiddl
grabow66 – Package Received x 2
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb
Jackal – En route
Junglepete – Package Received
kola
lubrix – Package Received
McBryde
mike.casey
NES Tek
nkowal
NoMoreLies
MT21 – Package Received
Robert LG – Package Received
SenorPablo
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2 – Package Received
Vroomp – Package Received
wescat
zac – Package Received
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: 1sgjeffward on 10/02/2012 12:00 AM
Sorry with all the family things going on wasn't able to get out a package as soon as I wanted too. Will get something moving before the end of the week and headed your way.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Vroomp on 10/02/2012 07:20 AM
Hope you removed the Boveda pack I sent as well?
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/02/2012 12:53 PM
QuoteVroomp - 10/2/2012  8:20 AM

Hope you removed the Boveda pack I sent as well?

Yes, I put that in the coolidor, and it will accompany one of the care packages. Thanks!
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: gitfiddl on 10/02/2012 05:33 PM
I reminded my friend at work today.  He's going to bring his to me this week, and then I'll send our box your way.

Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/02/2012 07:43 PM
No worries folks - life sometimes gets in the way.  It sure has for me in the past few months!

The deadline is the end of the month, so as long as I have your care package by then, no worries. :biggrin:
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/11/2012 08:31 PM
Only a couple of weeks left to get in donations.

I'll post an update tomorrow. We had four more packages roll in this week. :dancing:
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: gitfiddl on 10/12/2012 10:39 AM
Got the cigars from my friend at work (a couple of well-aged bundles) today.  I'll add mine and get it headed your way over the weekend.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Cfickter on 10/12/2012 12:24 PM
Once I get this package I have shipped to my freinds in the SEALS, I will try to get you another shipment before the time is up.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: metalhead y cigarguy on 10/12/2012 04:04 PM
I totally forgot about this. I'll try to get a few sticks together and shipped off before the end of the month.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: gitfiddl on 10/12/2012 06:29 PM
Gawd, looking at the other cigars in the mix, I hope my buddy's offerings don't put me in the shytter.  I just opened the bag Tim gave me.  He brought me a bundle (25) of the Cigar Hut Sumatran robustos we went in on in 2009, and 27(!) Victor Sinclair Sumatran Churchills...  Please tell me it's the thought that counts!
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Brlesq on 10/12/2012 06:53 PM
Quotegitfiddl - 10/12/2012  7:29 PM

Gawd, looking at the other cigars in the mix, I hope my buddy's offerings don't put me in the shytter.  I just opened the bag Tim gave me.  He brought me a bundle (25) of the Cigar Hut Sumatran robustos we went in on in 2009, and 27(!) Victor Sinclair Sumatran Churchills...  Please tell me it's the thought that counts!


It's still very generous Dave!  Any cigar looks good to a cigar smoker that hasn't had a chance to relax with a smoke in a while.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/12/2012 07:11 PM
Quotegitfiddl - 10/12/2012  7:29 PM

Gawd, looking at the other cigars in the mix, I hope my buddy's offerings don't put me in the shytter.  I just opened the bag Tim gave me.  He brought me a bundle (25) of the Cigar Hut Sumatran robustos we went in on in 2009, and 27(!) Victor Sinclair Sumatran Churchills...  Please tell me it's the thought that counts!

I've had a number of people express concerns that their donations aren't up to par. The way I see it, our people in uniform don't have the luxury to sit down and have a cigar whenever they want. Most of them probably aren't even smokers. Our donations, no matter quantity or quality, gives them a chance to have a little relaxation.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: gitfiddl on 10/12/2012 08:16 PM
Quotenwb - 10/12/2012  8:11 PM

Quotegitfiddl - 10/12/2012  7:29 PM

Gawd, looking at the other cigars in the mix, I hope my buddy's offerings don't put me in the shytter.  I just opened the bag Tim gave me.  He brought me a bundle (25) of the Cigar Hut Sumatran robustos we went in on in 2009, and 27(!) Victor Sinclair Sumatran Churchills...  Please tell me it's the thought that counts!

I've had a number of people express concerns that their donations aren't up to par. The way I see it, our people in uniform don't have the luxury to sit down and have a cigar whenever they want. Most of them probably aren't even smokers. Our donations, no matter quantity or quality, gives them a chance to have a little relaxation.

Thanks, Nate.  I really wasn't that worried.  And these are good enough to be daily smokes for me.  I really need to update my review in the DB of the VS, because they've turned out to be pretty good.  Considering the "environment" these are being sent to, a "who gives a shyte" smoke tossed by the wayside when the alarm sounds might be a good thing.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/13/2012 09:09 AM
Here is this week's haul - thanks go out to Jackal, SenorPablo, Brlesq, and hardeveningsuburb.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: MT21 on 10/13/2012 09:15 AM
What's the total up to now?
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/13/2012 09:18 AM
Updated list:

1sgjeffward
akira
BigTA
BlackIrish
cocon
gitfiddl
kola
McBryde
mike.casey
NES Tek
nkowal
NoMoreLies
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
wescat
87North – Package Received
Brlesq – Package Received
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter – Package Received
Chrism305 – Package Received
grabow66 – Package Received x 2
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb – Package Received
Jackal – Package Received
Junglepete – Package Received
lubrix – Package Received
MT21 – Package Received
Robert LG – Package Received
SenorPablo – Package Received
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2 – Package Received
Vroomp – Package Received
zac – Package Received
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/13/2012 09:19 AM
QuoteMT21 - 10/13/2012  10:15 AM

What's the total up to now?

I still need to update the virtual humidor, but I'm guessing around 375 right now.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: grabow66 on 10/13/2012 10:12 AM
Nice
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/14/2012 08:42 PM
QuoteMT21 - 10/13/2012  10:15 AM

What's the total up to now?

Finally got around to updating the virtual humidor:

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=nwb

381 cigars thus far. :biggrin:


Also, I just sent out a round of reminders to those that had expressed interest.  The deadline is at the end of the month.  There is still time to donate, and if you are interested, let me know.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nirab on 10/14/2012 08:44 PM
What is the cut off date for donations?
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/14/2012 08:53 PM
Quotenirab - 10/14/2012  9:44 PM

What is the cut off date for donations?

I'm having a hard cutoff of October 31st.  If it isn't in the mail by then, there is always next year.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nirab on 10/14/2012 09:32 PM
Cool. I got some time and some sticks. On the way soon!  :biggrin:
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: gitfiddl on 10/16/2012 03:55 PM
Tim's and my donations are on their way, Sir Bonick.  You should have them Thursday.  9505 5000 1644 2290 0001 38 .
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Mvilla888 on 10/17/2012 06:58 AM
package on the way yesterday.  FedEx tracking number 043450833458168

Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: mpurtle01 on 10/20/2012 12:03 PM
Folks, sorry to ask such a newb question.  But, I just returned from Afghanistan about a month ago due to a large drawdown.  But, I have a lot of buddies who are still there till March.  Some of my buddies who are still there are part of a group of about 15 soldiers who meet every Friday for cigars.  My question is are there specific locations or people cigars get sent to or is it random.  I just wonder if there's any way to get some to folks who I know for sure are taking care of their smokes and meeting and smoking regularly.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/20/2012 12:20 PM
Another set of donations are in.  Thanks all!
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/20/2012 12:38 PM
@ mpurtle01 - PM sent.

11 days to go until this is closed.  Here is an updated list:

1sgjeffward
akira
BigTA
BlackIrish
cocon
McBryde
NES Tek
nirab
nkowal
NoMoreLies
Shukpaw
Sjn1117
wescat
87North – Package Received
Brlesq – Package Received
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter – Package Received
Chrism305 – Package Received
gitfiddl – Package Received
grabow66 – Package Received x 2
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb – Package Received
Jackal – Package Received
Junglepete – Package Received
kola – Package Received
lubrix – Package Received
mike.casey – Package Received
MT21 – Package Received
Mvilla888 – Package Received
Robert LG – Package Received
SenorPablo – Package Received
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2 – Package Received
Vroomp – Package Received
zac – Package Received
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/23/2012 06:51 PM
One week left to get care packages out to me. Thanks to everyone who is contributing!

Also, I have one group in Afghanistan who will receive a portion of the cigars. If anyone has another group who would like to receive a package, shoot me a PM. Last year, one of the packages bounced back with an invalid address, and I'd like to avoid that this year, so make sure the people you want to receive the cigars will be there and that you send a full address.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: gitfiddl on 10/23/2012 07:17 PM
Quotenwb - 10/23/2012  7:51 PM

One week left to get care packages out to me. Thanks to everyone who is contributing!

Also, I have one group in Afghanistan who will receive a portion of the cigars. If anyone has another group who would like to receive a package, shoot me a PM. Last year, one of the packages bounced back with an invalid address, and I'd like to avoid that this year, so make sure the people you want to receive the cigars will be there and that you send a full address.

I'll check with my sister on my nephew's address.  He's got the preliminary word to get ready, but we won't know until he's there where we can send stuff to.  If I get an address before shipping time, I'll let you know.  And for the Vets and current members of the military, in all my bragging about my nephew, I'm pretty sure I screwed up and said he was with the 82nd Airborne.  He's actually with the 75th Ranger Regiment.  Trust me, he's beat me verbally about the head and shoulders about that...


Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Shukpaw on 10/24/2012 04:04 AM
My package is on the way.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: dwig on 10/24/2012 08:26 AM
Haven't been up to speed on CG recently, almost missed this :-0  :-0

I am sending a box out today.
 :biggrin:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: akira on 10/24/2012 11:24 AM
Shipping a package directly from CI to you today.  Thanks for handling this again this year.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/29/2012 04:42 PM
Wow, the donations are rolling in!  I received the following late last week and this weekend:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/29/2012 04:48 PM
With these donations, we are up to 654 cigars: http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=nwb

Two special shout-outs.  Cocon was generous enough to send me a fiver of 5 Vegas High Priming - thanks!  These have been on my to try list since they were released.

Neil (Shukpaw), provided 100 cigars for the effort.  For those of you who weren't around the past couple of years, Neil has donated 100+ cigars every year, IIRC.  Way above and beyond, brother!

We have two days left to get any donations in the mail.  Here is an updated list of contributors:

1sgjeffward
BigTA
BlackIrish
blue heron
McBryde
NES Tek
nirab
Sjn1117
wescat
87North – Package Received
akira – Package Received
Brlesq – Package Received
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter – Package Received
Chrism305 – Package Received
cocon – Package Received
dwig – Package Received
gitfiddl – Package Received
grabow66 – Package Received x 2
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb – Package Received
Jackal – Package Received
Junglepete – Package Received
kola – Package Received
lubrix – Package Received
mike.casey – Package Received
MT21 – Package Received
Mvilla888 – Package Received
nkowal – Package Received
Robert LG – Package Received
SenorPablo – Package Received
Shukpaw – Package Received
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2 – Package Received
Vroomp – Package Received
zac – Package Received
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 10/31/2012 07:33 AM
Just a friendly reminder. Today is the last day to get something in the mail!

Thanks go out to Longhorn, who has generously offered to cover any shipping costs above and beyond what has already been sent. Very generous brother!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: blue heron on 10/31/2012 04:10 PM
Nathan -

Mine went out Monday morning. Thanks for organizing and overseeing this effort.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 11/02/2012 10:13 PM
Two more donations.  Thanks go out to blue heron and McBryde:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 11/02/2012 10:17 PM
With that, we have wrapped this up.  Here is the final total - 676 cigars!  If you are curious, here is what was donated:

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=nwb

And here is a picture of the total damage:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 11/02/2012 10:22 PM
A huge thanks goes out to the following individuals - you guys/gals have really been generous!  I'm going to include the names of you all in a letter that I'll send with each box.  My plan is to have these go out next week.

1sgjeffward – Shipping $ Received
87North – Package Received
akira – Package Received
blue heron – Package Received
Brlesq – Package Received
Bxgreenhorn – Package Received
Cfickter – Package Received
Chrism305 – Package Received
cocon – Package Received
dwig – Package Received
gitfiddl – Package Received
grabow66 – Package Received x 2
Hapcigar – Package Received
hardeveningsuburb – Package Received
Jackal – Package Received
Junglepete – Package Received
kola – Package Received
longhorn – Shipping $ Received
lubrix – Package Received
McBryde – Package Received
mike.casey – Package Received
MT21 – Package Received
Mvilla888 – Package Received
nkowal – Package Received
Robert LG – Package Received
SenorPablo – Package Received
Shukpaw – Package Received
swvalenti – Package Received
toby2 – Package Received
Vroomp – Package Received
zac – Package Received
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: lubrix on 11/02/2012 10:30 PM
That look's great!. Thanks for spearheading this again Nathan.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Robert LG on 11/02/2012 10:36 PM
Excellent job once again Nate!  I'm proud to be a part of it.  Hopefully it will give some folks a chance to relax in an otherwise hostile environment.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Longhorn on 11/03/2012 01:35 AM
A big thanks to you, Nathan - awesome!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: BXgreenhorn on 11/03/2012 07:08 AM
That's awesome I was happy to help. Thanks Nathan
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Hapcigar on 11/03/2012 07:39 AM
QuoteRobert LG - 11/2/2012  11:36 PM

Excellent job once again Nate!  I'm proud to be a part of it.  Hopefully it will give some folks a chance to relax in an otherwise hostile environment.

x100!!   :respekt:  :respekt:
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: NES Tek on 11/03/2012 09:51 AM
Nice work everyone!!!
 :respekt:


Sorry I didn't get mine in Nathan. I'll have to double down next year.  :shamebag:
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: McBryde on 11/03/2012 09:54 AM
Nothing like squeaking in in the last minute possible, LOL. Looks like a great batch that was assembled to head overseas. And another thanks Nathan for spearheading this.

Emerson
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: BXgreenhorn on 11/10/2012 06:25 PM
It's amazing the amount of cigars the guys donated. I'm very happy I was able to help a little bit. Thanks to Nathan again for an awesome job organizing this. Hopefully all the packages arrive at their destination safely. :bigthumbs:  :respekt:
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nirab on 11/10/2012 06:55 PM
QuoteNES Tek - 11/3/2012  9:51 AM

Nice work everyone!!!
 :respekt:


Sorry I didn't get mine in Nathan. I'll have to double down next year.  :shamebag:

X2. I totally spaced on this.
Title: RE: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 11/10/2012 07:34 PM
No worries for those that didn't get to contribute this year. There is always next year!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: NES Tek on 11/11/2012 09:28 AM
Just found out my wife's cousin just got sent overseas (not sure where yet). We're going to send him a package, so I'm gonna throw in a goodie bag of smokes. Some redemption for me at least.

My wife actually brought it up, asking if I wanted to send some cigars there. I think it's mostly because she wants me to get rid of some of my huge stock.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 11/13/2012 01:29 PM
The packages went out today.

I know I've said it before, but thanks go out to everyone who contributed cigars and cash for shipping costs!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Vroomp on 11/13/2012 04:03 PM
Glad to help and thanks for organizing this for the troops Nathan!!!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: akira on 11/13/2012 05:17 PM
Thanks for organizing this again Nathan.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Jackal on 11/13/2012 05:19 PM
Thanks again for doing this Nathan.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nwb on 11/20/2012 07:12 AM
These already made it over to their destination, just in time for Thanksgiving! :dancing:

I was also told that they will try and snap some photos to send our way.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: lubrix on 11/20/2012 07:31 AM
Quotenwb - 11/20/2012  7:12 AM

These already made it over to their destination, just in time for Thanksgiving! :dancing:

I was also told that they will try and snap some photos to send our way.
Awesome!.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: Mvilla888 on 11/20/2012 07:33 AM
Awesome...happy to be able to help the troops in some small way.  Great job putting this all together Nate.
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: zac on 11/20/2012 08:46 AM
Quotenwb - 11/20/2012  7:12 AM

These already made it over to their destination, just in time for Thanksgiving! :dancing:

I was also told that they will try and snap some photos to send our way.

 :bigthumbs:

Thanks for organizing, housing, and shipping this.  Hopefully the we get to see some pics!
Title: Re: Cigars for Troops - 2012
Post by: nkowal on 11/21/2012 12:08 AM
Awesome. I'm excited to see those pictures.

As everyone said, great job on this!