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Norsky
For activity suggestion, I’ll call out the AACA museum https://www.aacamuseum.org/
From what I understand, it’s one of the top Automotive Museum in the country
It’s in Hershey so a bit farther of a drive then typical (unless folks know of things along the way). If too far for the official gathering, I’ll plan to hit it on the way in or heading home (assuming dates work for us)
Friday is typically a longer driving day so it could work as the morning activity, grab lunch someplace nearby and stop at another venue part way on the return trip to the host hotel. Just a thought.
Jim Olson 
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Adam WartellStarting to seem like September is the preferred month.
I know we should avoid the weekend of the 16th, because of MAM Corvette Funfest weekend. Any other dates we should avoid?
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NorskyLabor Day weekend obviously, as it's the unofficial end of summer and it will probably be quite busy in the area (shoulder season prices usually kick in after it). Picking either of the weekends before (the 9th) or after (the 25th) MAM Funfest might be too close for folks planning to attend it (have heard it's going to be quite the blowout!). But on the flipside it might be an advantage (coin toss?). Going too deep into the month venues may start closing for the season. For folks coming from the west early winter weather could also play into traveling through the Rocky Mountains. Oh, decisions, decisions...!!! 🤣
Jim Olson "The Toys"...!!! Save the Wave!
danascarNot necessary to bring a Vette! Just bring whatever you are comfortable with. 😀
I have been looking at the dates of September 27 to October 1. during this time frame the leaves will be near full color, an added benefit. That time frame may have an effect on some of the activities but the effect will be minor.
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DanT
danlawson757I think late September early October would be nice.
Adam WartellI think late September early October would be nice.
Yeah, early October could be good too. We're not camping, we're in a hotel, so even if it's a little chilly we should be good.
Might be easier to get a hotel in October too.
-Adam Wartell
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Adam WartellJust recording here that a member emailed me and recommended the Antique Automobile Museum at Hershey, PA.
Not sure how close it will be to where we stay. May not be close enough.
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danascarAdam, that was one of the first places I thought about as a place to visit until I found out that depending on where we stay would be anywhere from 2 to 2 1/2 hour drive alone. Also several of us have already been there and it’s a place you can spend the better part of a day checking out all the exhibits there. I would recommend it to anybody to pay a visit there but plan on a whole day doing so.
https://www.aacamuseum.org/visit/
DanT
NorskyMarshall had suggested the museum in a post above in this thread. Just as a point of reference the Friday drive at last year's Gathering was just under 200 miles round trip. I remember the Friday drive at the 2014 Gathering in Wisconsin was a long day, probably the longest of any of the Gatherings, as we left the hotel early and didn't get back until after dark. The loop around Lake Tahoe at the 2007 Gathering was an all day trek as well if memory serves.
If we find a host hotel near the center of the region that will make the daily drives a little more consistent in length. But if venues are more gathered in a particular part of the region then it makes more sense to find a host hotel more central to that part of the region.
My 2 pennies worth.
Jim Olson "The Toys"...!!! Save the Wave!
F4GaryO.K. I'll start. Most central area for our stay and ease of access to most venues would be Tannersville. Close exit to highway 84. Many lodgings in area. Eating establishments are various and accessible. Late July may eliminate the rush of vacationers to the area. I'm not real familiar with the area, but activities for our age group may be limited, and require some travel to find acceptable venues. How many days do you want to enjoy? How far in one day do you want to drive? Road trips? Casinos? History? Entertainment? Day trips on your own? Casual time with participants? So much to think about, and accommodate those who attend. Let's not loose the opportunity to gather and renew friendships, and make a trip from afar a memorable time.
Hwy 84?
Dblancha79
Mt. Pocono area has many hotels and is close to Racetrack. Mount Airy casino is 6 minutes away, Lehigh George Scenic railroad is 39 minutes away, Claws and Paws Lake Areil about 38 minutes away. Hoarse back riding stables are fairly close if that is of interest to some of the group. The Nascar race is July 21-23 so we want to stay away from this time period as a selection.
Just a few thoughts.
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