Otis Appreciation Society?

ripper2860 · 06-23-2017, 08:38 AM

I see an Otis Appreciation badge on the signature of several users throughout this forum. Can someone enlighten me as to what that's about? Heck -- I may want to join in celebrating whomever this mysterious Otis guy.

bertwert · 06-23-2017, 09:05 AM

@Rupert

**aslyfox** · 06-23-2017, 09:19 AM

Originally posted by ripper2860

I see an Otis Appreciation badge on the signature of several users throughout this forum. Can someone enlighten me as to what that's about? Heck -- I may want to join in celebrating whomever this mysterious Otis guy.

Otis rules

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/76-non-pentax-cameras-canon-nikon-etc/26...rel-shots.html

ripper2860 · 06-23-2017, 09:19 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

@Rupert

Rupert??

Originally posted by Aslyfox

Otis rules

Thanks for the link. If that's not the longest thread on this forum, it's darn close. And it seems to have stayed on-topic throughout. Rupert (a fellow Texan) looks like someone extremely fond of 'safe-for work' squirrel shots.

Holy cow -- just saw his post count!! What a prolific contributor to PF. Truly worthy of appreciation!! Now a follow-up question ...

Why is it the OTIS Appreciation Society an not the Rupert Appreciation Society?

Last edited by ripper2860; 06-23-2017 at 09:35 AM.

photolady95 · 06-23-2017, 09:40 AM

Because it's about Otis the squirrel, who appreciates squirrels. Who likes seeing squirrels in Rupert's thread.

bertwert · 06-23-2017, 09:48 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ripper2860

Thanks for the link. If that's not the longest thread on this forum, it's darn close.

Not even close... it's only 112 pages, the longest thread is 2504 pages (at the time of writing)...

why I won't buy a k3 (Warning: Satire Thread) - PentaxForums.com

**aslyfox** · 06-23-2017, 09:53 AM

Originally posted by photolady95

Because it's about Otis the squirrel, who appreciates squirrels. Who likes seeing squirrels in Rupert's thread.

Otis is in control

Rupert and others clearly admit that

Racer X 69 · 06-23-2017, 09:55 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by ripper2860

I see an Otis Appreciation badge on the signature of several users throughout this forum. Can someone enlighten me as to what that's about?

Otis and his minions are everywhere.

Resistance is futile.

Cross him and he will send his disciples to chew the insulation off of the wiring harness of your Jeep.

Don't have a Jeep?

No problem.

They will do it to whatever car you own.

Don't own a car? What are you, from New York City?

Originally posted by ripper2860

Heck -- I may want to join in celebrating whomever this mysterious Otis guy.

There are no other options other than joining.

Besides, like you, Otis is also a Texan. He resides about 35 or 40 miles outside of Dallas/Fort Worth.

Sign up, before you find out your car won't start.

Racer X 69 · 06-23-2017, 09:56 AM

Originally posted by ripper2860

Why is it the OTIS Appreciation Society an not the Rupert Appreciation Society?

Because Otis wouldn't have it any other way.

Rupert · 06-23-2017, 01:01 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by ripper2860

Why is it the OTIS Appreciation Society an not the Rupert Appreciation Society?

Just got around to seeing this

.....The Otis Appreciation Society is all about appreciation of Pentax and Pentaxians. It is not about Otis or Rupert...though Otis is instrumental in doing some "appreciating".

Little things like helping newbies to get started here at PF or encouraging newcomers to post and join in the conversations. Often, Otis will pitch in and spend his own cash to upgrade a members status to Site Supporter...or even higher. Whatever one can do to help other Pentaxians is welcomed by those that are Otis Appreciation Members.

You are most welcome to join in.....the logo is free and if you need any help installing it any of us can gladly help you.

I might add that the Otis Appreciation Logo was designed by Mark Jerling, on of our finest members here on PForums. We do appreciate his contributions to making this the great site it is!

Best Regards!

Rupert

( I'd let Otis add a few lines, but he is off this week in the Caribbean on a squirrel conference judging bikini attire and sampling little umbrella drinks...

)

**aslyfox** · 06-23-2017, 01:17 PM

Originally posted by Rupert

Just got around to seeing this

.....The Otis Appreciation Society is all about appreciation of Pentax and Pentaxians. It is not about Otis or Rupert...though Otis is instrumental in doing some "appreciating".

Little things like helping newbies to get started here at PF or encouraging newcomers to post and join in the conversations. Often, Otis will pitch in and spend his own cash to upgrade a members status to Site Supporter...or even higher. Whatever one can do to help other Pentaxians is welcomed by those that are Otis Appreciation Members.

You are most welcome to join in.....the logo is free and if you need any help installing it any of us can gladly help you.

I might add that the Otis Appreciation Logo was designed by Mark Jerling, on of our finest members here on PForums. We do appreciate his contributions to making this the great site it is!

Best Regards!

Rupert

( I'd let Otis add a few lines, but he is off this week in the Caribbean on a squirrel conference judging bikini attire and sampling little umbrella drinks...

)

Otis made Rupert say all of that

Otis and his minions rule

ripper2860 · 06-23-2017, 01:30 PM

Originally posted by Rupert

Just got around to seeing this

.....The Otis Appreciation Society is all about appreciation of Pentax and Pentaxians. It is not about Otis or Rupert...though Otis is instrumental in doing some "appreciating".

Little things like helping newbies to get started here at PF or encouraging newcomers to post and join in the conversations. Often, Otis will pitch in and spend his own cash to upgrade a members status to Site Supporter...or even higher. Whatever one can do to help other Pentaxians is welcomed by those that are Otis Appreciation Members.

You are most welcome to join in.....the logo is free and if you need any help installing it any of us can gladly help you.

I might add that the Otis Appreciation Logo was designed by Mark Jerling, on of our finest members here on PForums. We do appreciate his contributions to making this the great site it is!

Best Regards!

Rupert

( I'd let Otis add a few lines, but he is off this week in the Caribbean on a squirrel conference judging bikini attire and sampling little umbrella drinks...

)

Certainly a group with a worthwhile mission. How does one sign-up? Is there an entrance fee of acorns or must I pledge and endure some sort of squirrel hazing before becoming a member?

sherrvonne · 06-23-2017, 01:38 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ripper2860

Certainly a group with a worthwhile mission. How does one sign-up? Is there an entrance fee of acorns or must I pledge and endure some sort of squirrel hazing before becoming a member?

You have to send Rupert a 13 gallon bag of green pine cones from a loblolly pine to feed Otis.

Rupert · 06-23-2017, 01:58 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ripper2860

Certainly a group with a worthwhile mission. How does one sign-up? Is there an entrance fee of acorns or must I pledge and endure some sort of squirrel hazing before becoming a member?

Nothing that complicated...just promise to help other Pentaxans in any way you find available and bring honor to the Otis Appreciation Society.

( An area where I have failed more than a few times, unfortunately.

)

Just download the Seal and you are in!

Otis says that if it is too easy, you can take a test like this one where you must counterbalance on a limb....few have the correct "equipment" to pass...which is why it is not mandatory!

If you join, you will get this award...all Otis Members are Big Brain Thinkers!

Best Regards!

bertwert · 06-23-2017, 02:22 PM

Originally posted by Rupert

If you join, you will get this award...all Otis Members are Big Brain Thinkers!

Hence why Rupert has failed a few times to help other Pentaxians, he isn't a real member of the Society...wait...what?

06-23-2017, 08:38 AM	#1
ripper2860 Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 890	Otis Appreciation Society? I see an Otis Appreciation badge on the signature of several users throughout this forum. Can someone enlighten me as to what that's about? Heck -- I may want to join in celebrating whomever this mysterious Otis guy.

06-23-2017, 01:01 PM - 2 Likes	#10
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123	Originally posted by ripper2860 Why is it the OTIS Appreciation Society an not the Rupert Appreciation Society? Just got around to seeing this.....The Otis Appreciation Society is all about appreciation of Pentax and Pentaxians. It is not about Otis or Rupert...though Otis is instrumental in doing some "appreciating". Little things like helping newbies to get started here at PF or encouraging newcomers to post and join in the conversations. Often, Otis will pitch in and spend his own cash to upgrade a members status to Site Supporter...or even higher. Whatever one can do to help other Pentaxians is welcomed by those that are Otis Appreciation Members. You are most welcome to join in.....the logo is free and if you need any help installing it any of us can gladly help you. I might add that the Otis Appreciation Logo was designed by Mark Jerling, on of our finest members here on PForums. We do appreciate his contributions to making this the great site it is! Best Regards! Rupert ( I'd let Otis add a few lines, but he is off this week in the Caribbean on a squirrel conference judging bikini attire and sampling little umbrella drinks...)

06-23-2017, 01:17 PM	#11
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,583	Originally posted by Rupert Just got around to seeing this.....The Otis Appreciation Society is all about appreciation of Pentax and Pentaxians. It is not about Otis or Rupert...though Otis is instrumental in doing some "appreciating". Little things like helping newbies to get started here at PF or encouraging newcomers to post and join in the conversations. Often, Otis will pitch in and spend his own cash to upgrade a members status to Site Supporter...or even higher. Whatever one can do to help other Pentaxians is welcomed by those that are Otis Appreciation Members. You are most welcome to join in.....the logo is free and if you need any help installing it any of us can gladly help you. I might add that the Otis Appreciation Logo was designed by Mark Jerling, on of our finest members here on PForums. We do appreciate his contributions to making this the great site it is! Best Regards! Rupert ( I'd let Otis add a few lines, but he is off this week in the Caribbean on a squirrel conference judging bikini attire and sampling little umbrella drinks...) Otis made Rupert say all of that Otis and his minions rule

06-23-2017, 01:30 PM	#12
ripper2860 Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 890 Original Poster	Originally posted by Rupert Just got around to seeing this.....The Otis Appreciation Society is all about appreciation of Pentax and Pentaxians. It is not about Otis or Rupert...though Otis is instrumental in doing some "appreciating". Little things like helping newbies to get started here at PF or encouraging newcomers to post and join in the conversations. Often, Otis will pitch in and spend his own cash to upgrade a members status to Site Supporter...or even higher. Whatever one can do to help other Pentaxians is welcomed by those that are Otis Appreciation Members. You are most welcome to join in.....the logo is free and if you need any help installing it any of us can gladly help you. I might add that the Otis Appreciation Logo was designed by Mark Jerling, on of our finest members here on PForums. We do appreciate his contributions to making this the great site it is! Best Regards! Rupert ( I'd let Otis add a few lines, but he is off this week in the Caribbean on a squirrel conference judging bikini attire and sampling little umbrella drinks...) Certainly a group with a worthwhile mission. How does one sign-up? Is there an entrance fee of acorns or must I pledge and endure some sort of squirrel hazing before becoming a member?

06-23-2017, 01:58 PM - 1 Like	#14
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123	Originally posted by ripper2860 Certainly a group with a worthwhile mission. How does one sign-up? Is there an entrance fee of acorns or must I pledge and endure some sort of squirrel hazing before becoming a member? Nothing that complicated...just promise to help other Pentaxans in any way you find available and bring honor to the Otis Appreciation Society. ( An area where I have failed more than a few times, unfortunately.) Just download the Seal and you are in! Otis says that if it is too easy, you can take a test like this one where you must counterbalance on a limb....few have the correct "equipment" to pass...which is why it is not mandatory! If you join, you will get this award...all Otis Members are Big Brain Thinkers! Best Regards!

06-23-2017, 09:05 AM	#2
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	@Rupert

06-23-2017, 09:19 AM	#3
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,583	Originally posted by ripper2860 I see an Otis Appreciation badge on the signature of several users throughout this forum. Can someone enlighten me as to what that's about? Heck -- I may want to join in celebrating whomever this mysterious Otis guy. Otis rules https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/76-non-pentax-cameras-canon-nikon-etc/26...rel-shots.html

06-23-2017, 09:19 AM	#4
ripper2860 Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 890 Original Poster	Originally posted by bertwert @Rupert Rupert?? Originally posted by Aslyfox Otis rules Thanks for the link. If that's not the longest thread on this forum, it's darn close. And it seems to have stayed on-topic throughout. Rupert (a fellow Texan) looks like someone extremely fond of 'safe-for work' squirrel shots. Holy cow -- just saw his post count!! What a prolific contributor to PF. Truly worthy of appreciation!! Now a follow-up question ... Why is it the OTIS Appreciation Society an not the Rupert Appreciation Society? Last edited by ripper2860; 06-23-2017 at 09:35 AM.

06-23-2017, 09:40 AM	#5
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	Because it's about Otis the squirrel, who appreciates squirrels. Who likes seeing squirrels in Rupert's thread.

06-23-2017, 09:48 AM - 1 Like	#6
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by ripper2860 Thanks for the link. If that's not the longest thread on this forum, it's darn close. Not even close... it's only 112 pages, the longest thread is 2504 pages (at the time of writing)... why I won't buy a k3 (Warning: Satire Thread) - PentaxForums.com

06-23-2017, 09:53 AM	#7
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,583	Originally posted by photolady95 Because it's about Otis the squirrel, who appreciates squirrels. Who likes seeing squirrels in Rupert's thread. Otis is in control Rupert and others clearly admit that

06-23-2017, 09:55 AM - 2 Likes	#8
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by ripper2860 I see an Otis Appreciation badge on the signature of several users throughout this forum. Can someone enlighten me as to what that's about? Otis and his minions are everywhere. Resistance is futile. Cross him and he will send his disciples to chew the insulation off of the wiring harness of your Jeep. Don't have a Jeep? No problem. They will do it to whatever car you own. Don't own a car? What are you, from New York City? Originally posted by ripper2860 Heck -- I may want to join in celebrating whomever this mysterious Otis guy. There are no other options other than joining. Besides, like you, Otis is also a Texan. He resides about 35 or 40 miles outside of Dallas/Fort Worth. Sign up, before you find out your car won't start.

06-23-2017, 09:56 AM	#9
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by ripper2860 Why is it the OTIS Appreciation Society an not the Rupert Appreciation Society? Because Otis wouldn't have it any other way.

06-23-2017, 01:38 PM - 1 Like	#13
sherrvonne Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,975	Originally posted by ripper2860 Certainly a group with a worthwhile mission. How does one sign-up? Is there an entrance fee of acorns or must I pledge and endure some sort of squirrel hazing before becoming a member? You have to send Rupert a 13 gallon bag of green pine cones from a loblolly pine to feed Otis.

06-23-2017, 02:22 PM	#15
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by Rupert If you join, you will get this award...all Otis Members are Big Brain Thinkers! Hence why Rupert has failed a few times to help other Pentaxians, he isn't a real member of the Society...wait...what?

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