"Nature's way is to take away from those that have too much and give to
those that have too little. Man's way, on the contrary, is to take
away from those that have too little to give more to those who already
have too much."

- Lao Tzu (circa 500 B. C.)

RANGER REPORT - Tues., Nov. 1, 2011

MIGHTY MANATEES TROPICAL ADVENTURE! - Our March 14 trip to the island
of Roatan (right off Honduras) has generated a lot of interest. We
will be playing a show there on Thurs. March 15, Fri. March. 16, & Sat.,
March. 17. Two dozen of us freaks are on board so far with many others
threatening to join. Group rates are still being investigated. To
check out the resort visit: www.landsendroatan.com

PICKLEFEST 2 - A ROUSING SUCCESS! - Last month's Picklefest 2 at Camp
Sumney in scenic Sumneytown, PA was a resounding triumph. Over
$10,000.00 was raised for FIRST (Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related
Skin Types) in the name of the late Paul Pickles. The Mighty Manatees
played outside until well past midnight. At one point the pickle fryer
shorted out our p.a. system but aside from that a splendid time was had
by all. Special thanks to Drew & Peggy, Charlie & Jen, Bob &
Carrie, Will, Cherri, John, and DJ Bob.

THE MIGHTY MANATEES 25TH MANA-VERSARY - Despite a rare October
snowstorm our Manatees Masquerade went ahead as planned. We played at
Cooper Morgan's Public House in Barto, PA, on Sat., Oct. 29, and
the power only went out once and only for a few moments...

RANGER WILL & CO. - And speaking of Barto, PA: The Ranger Will band
debuts at Landhaven on Sat., Dec 3. This is a CD release party for my
new solo album "A Love Above". The CD was recorded & mixed at Manatees
bassist Karl Frick's Lakestone Studio www.lakestone.info which is
also in Barto, PA. Landhaven has bed & breakfast facilities! Call for
reservations. Seating is first come - first serve. Coffee, iced tea
and light refreshments provided. BYOB! Showtime 8:00pm. Doors open
7:15pm. Tickets $20 - includes free CD. Visit
www.landhavenbandb.com for details. Thanks to Jack Murray & Co.

MANATEES FUN FACT: Did you know that Manatees co-founder, singer
songwriter Ray Adkins was recently nominated for a Grammy nomination?
It's true! Ray was nominated for Best New Artist and for his song
"Hope You're Feeling Better" from his new CD, "Starting To See". We
wish Ray all the best!

COUNTRY CREEK WINERY - This Sat., Nov. 5 The Mighty Manatees return to
the Country Creek Winery in Telford, PA. This is an early show
starting at 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Check out the fruits of our local
vineyards. Tickets $5.

All for now,
Ranger Will

NOVEMBER - 2011

3 - Thurs. - Rising Sun Inn 9 - 1
5 - Sat. - The Country Creek Winery 6 - 9 www.CountryCreekWinery.com
10 - Thurs. - Dutch Tavern 9 - 1
11 - Fri. - Bridgeport Rib-House 9:30 - 1:30
12 - Sat. - Cedars 9 - 12
17 - Thurs. - Rising Sun Inn 9 - 1
18 - Fri. - Hotel Fiesole 8 - 12
19 - Sat. - The Perk 10 - 2
26 - Sat. - Viamarconi's 10 - 1:30

DECEMBER - 2011

8 - Thurs. - Dutch Tavern 9 - 1
9 - Fri. TBA
10 - Sat. Tex - Mex Connection 9 - 1
15 - Thurs. - Rising Sun Inn 9 - 1
16 Fri. - Hotel Fiesole 8 - 12
17 - Sat. - Ranger Will & Ted The Fiddler - "Will & Ted's Excellent
Duo" at Chaplin's in Spring City, PA - 8PM www.chaplinsmusiccafe.com
22 - Thurs. - Dutch Tavern 9 - 1
23 - Fri. - MIGHTY MANATEES CHRISTMAS PARTY!!! Pickering Creek Inn 9 - 1
29 - Thurs. - Rising Sun Inn 9 - 1
30 - Fri. - TBA
31 - Sat. - NEW YEARS EVE!!! at the Rising Sun Inn 9 - 1

Every Sunday morning various members of The Mighty Manatees play at The
New Church Live in the Mitchell Performing Arts Center, 800 Tomlinson
Rd., Bryn Athyn, PA. 19009 (Tomlinson Rd. & Buck Rd. -the corner down
at the far end of the parking lot) See video clips at www.NewChurchLive.tv