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2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (1/21)
9/2/15 6:31pm

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According to the Survey, we are going to be in Washington State for 2016! From the discussion in that thread, sounds like Tacoma is the better place to call home, and we'll visit Seattle on one of the days during the event.

Next up: We need two or three volunteers who live in the area that knows enough about the area to put together a great 3-day agenda. Who's up for the task?

After that: Those that volunteer will need to suggest the best time to visit.

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (2/21)
9/3/15 6:22pm

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I'm in !!

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (3/21)
9/3/15 6:35pm

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I'm looking forward to going back to my 3rd home. Big smile

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (4/21)
9/3/15 9:52pm

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Just a simple request:

Try not to have it June 23-25 (Bloomington Gold), July 28-31 (EboFest), August 25-28 (Vettes at Carlisle) or September 15-18 (MidAmerica FunFest).

Any other time is OK for me. Smile

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (5/21)
9/4/15 12:02am

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I can help with some of the planning if it's needed but I'd prefer to not be the "head dude in charge" LOL

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As a date, I'll throw out one of the two middle weekends in August. How many days do these events go for, Fri-Sun? or more?

I recommend one of these two drives to Mt. Rainier National Park for one of the days.

Tacoma, WA to Sunrise, WA - Google Maps

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Tacoma, WA to Paradise, Washington - Google Maps

Note the elevations - hope the carb'd cars (i.e. mine) can handle it!

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (6/21)
9/4/15 11:39am

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For the Buffalo Gathering we did a early arrival dinner on Wednesday. Some people like to arrive early and get a fresh start in the morning. Especially the folks that will be traveling for long distances. Then we scheduled events for Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Sunday was the farewell breakfast.

First nail down a good hotel like Dave C. did. Someplace with a good secure parking lot and clean rooms.

Then pick some good local restaurants that the locals favor. (No chain restaurants like Applebee's, TGIF'S, etc.) Work with the restaurant owners on setting up menus and times. Be prepared to front lots of money for the deposit.

Then pick high points of the area to "showcase." i.e. tour of Mt. Rainer, Boeing, etc.

The trick is juggling the times between events and stopping to eat.

It is a very daunting task for those who don't coordinate events on a frequent basis. So start now and get things nailed down as soon as you can. This will allow for minor changes in the venue if needed.

So I thank all of you (early) who will be planning this event. I will be there! Thumbs Up

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Update: (((( Late August is bad for Michele. Early August on back to the spring would be good. She is an accountant at the VA and they start closing out things for the end of the fiscal year. Her boss is a **** ))))

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (7/21)
9/4/15 8:15am

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I'm with Sarge on a big thank you!

I contacted my family that works at Boeing, here is the tour link www.futureofflight.org/boeing-tour-seattle

Niece gets discount tickets!

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (8/21)
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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (9/21)
9/4/15 2:11pm

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Looks good -- No one complained about performance while out here in Colorado a couple of years ago for that gathering. They seemed to be concerned about falling off either of the edges.

Listen to Sarge -- he speaks with much wisdom -- and don't worry -- as long as there is food, fuel, and a place to talk this group enjoys.

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (10/21)
9/4/15 5:42pm

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daveo76 said: I can help with some of the planning if it's needed but I'd prefer to not be the "head dude in charge" LOL

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So let me be the first person to nominate daveo76 as the "head dude in charge", LOL !!. Just kidding, Stella and I are looking forward to working with you and anybody else from the club on this event. Hopefully we can get one or two more to step up.

Thanks for the input Sarge, you have already answered about five of my first questions. I'm sure you, your wife and even Dave will be of great help on this one !! Hey Dave, are you in AZ yet ??

Regarding the date, the best weather in the neck of the woods is July 5th through the end of Sept. June can be a bit iffy and I'm sure folks want to be back by Sept for kids in school and other stuff. Taking a quick look at the calendar last night, I thought we'd throw out July 13th through the 17th and see how it sticks to the wall ???

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (11/21)
9/4/15 6:17pm

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As a born and raised Northwesterner, and a U of W Huskie, the area of is full of things to see and do.

Corvette related there is a company that does conversions that may be of interest. See: http://www.crcoachworks.com They are in the Tacoma area.

Weatherwise, August and September are usually the two best months for visiting Tacoma/Seattle.

Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (12/21)
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All sounds good, just hope the vette is ready by then.

Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (13/21)
9/5/15 10:40am

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Sarge hit all the good points and I'll add a couple more. Get contracts for everything if possible. Not that people try to cheat you, but they do forget. The earlier you can secure the food and rooms the better. Once you have your dates for the gathering try to secure the rooms and food as early as possible. Unscheduled events can eat up rooms (the Rolling Stones coming to town during our gathering was a surprise).

If I can help, just send me a pm or call if you have my number. It might take me awhile to get back to you as I don't have cell service or internet at the new place yet.

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (14/21)
9/5/15 11:05am

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For those of use traveling cross country we will need at least a week either side of the dates (except for sarge81, he only needs 2 days). We want to make stops along the way at the many must see places. Early July is best for us only so we can make it to Ebo's at the end of July, but we hope to make it whenever the date turns out to be. I hope the car is up to it.

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (15/21)
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DaveM said: For those of use traveling cross country we will need at least a week either side of the dates (except for sarge81, he only needs 2 days). We want to make stops along the way at the many must see places. Early July is best for us only so we can make it to Ebo's at the end of July, but we hope to make it whenever the date turns out to be. I hope the car is up to it.

Dave

Hey I'm not that fast. But you were close. LOL

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Back in '89 I did drive from Tacoma to Buffalo in 2.5 days by myself in an old '76 Buick Regal. That was one long hot boring ride. Thumbs Up

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (16/21)
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So whoever leads the planning committee for nailing down restaurants to eat at, can you take a look at this place. Engine House #9. It was at one time a horse drawn fire engine house that was converted to a Bar and Restaurant. I used to hang out there back in '89. It looks a lot nicer since I was there. They have 2nd floor party/event room that can handle 15-65 people.

Click on link: http://www.ehouse9.com

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (17/21)
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Sarge81 said: So whoever leads the planning committee for nailing down restaurants to eat at, can you take a look at this place. Engine House #9. It was at one time a horse drawn fire engine house that was converted to a Bar and Restaurant. I used to hang out there back in '89. It looks a lot nicer since I was there. They have 2nd floor party/event room that can handle 15-65 people.

Click on link: http://www.ehouse9.com

Looks like sarge didn't get the planning out of his system. Sounds like he's itchin' to help out on this one as well!

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (18/21)
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dads2vette said:

"Wheels on the bus go round and round..."

Just stay out from under it!

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Just figured I'd offer a little inspiration or jump start to the folks who choose to grab this bull by the horns. Mich and I really excited about going on this trip and meeting some of our NW members. Thumbs Up

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I'm looking forward to this also, only worry I have is if the car can make it and if I can make it!

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Re: 2016 Gathering Location: Tacoma, Washington! Next planning step... (21/21)
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I like the July dates thrown out there, thats obviously the best time for me. Can't wait, going to start looking at trailers for hauling the car and then maybe Dwight will come with me. Beer

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