| No host rally redux [message #278612] |
Thu, 28 May 2015 09:18  |
jhbridges
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Just like 2014, I'll be in Orlando at Wekiwa Springs State Park 7 - 14 DEC 15. Why do I mention this so soon, you ask? Because THE DAMN PARK IS BEGINNING TO GET RESERVATIONS ALREADY! I reserved site 021. Sites 1 - 30 have sewer, sites on the other circle have water and electric only.
Why a no-host rally in Orlando? Well, I have to be there for the big AKC dog show that weekend, during which all AKC breeds are available for inspection during Meet The Breed Saturday and Sunday. As exhibitors learn the ropes of The Mouse, they learn to keep their RVs at either Wekiwa Springs or Lake Louisa unless they're just filthy rich and will pay the ~~$600 to stay at the Convention Center show site for the week. At the (much nicer) park, it's something under $200 full hookup.
Although he doesn't know it yet, one day will likely end up at Jim Bounds' Co-op for brain picking and restocking of parts and fire extinguishers. At least half a day and maybe the entire day will be spent at Skycrafter's, an excellent place to separate yourself from your money for fun stuff. One night will be Almost Famous BBQ Chicken and corn onna cob and salad plus whatever sides attendees bring.
Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday I'm off to the show to set up and then let Sam the BWD and a couple of his friends play Meet and Greet all day. Thursday and Friday at least, there's an all - breed show at the center. It's the best way to see what breeds you'd like to look at closely, and what breeds will likely shine at the Big Show Saturday and Sunday. If you want to pay for a seat, Sunday night is the National Championship, competition for all the marbles. Hint: you can see the dogs better from the TV coverage than in person during the Championships. The bennies of being there accrue mostly to serious Dog Persons. I suggest if somebody has a decent size TV at the park and has Dish, we can watch the Championship in laid - back comfort.
Think about joining us, The Mouse Awaits. Don't think too long though, the place is likely to fill.
--johnny
-- Sam the Big White Dog
Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
Braselton, Ga.
I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #278615 is a reply to message #278612] |
Thu, 28 May 2015 09:22  |
jknezek
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Wekiwa is a wonderful place. I'm not surprised they are getting filled up during snowbird season. Good luck with the rally. If I wasn't such a working stiff I'd be trying to convince my wife to hit this one!
Thanks,
Jeremy Knezek
1976 Glenbrook
Birmingham, AL
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #278617 is a reply to message #278612] |
Thu, 28 May 2015 09:28 |
jhbridges
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C'mon, a Birmingspam denizen is always welcome.
--johnny
Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
Braselton, Ga.
I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #278620 is a reply to message #278617] |
Thu, 28 May 2015 09:49 |
jknezek
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Johnny Bridges wrote on Thu, 28 May 2015 10:28C'mon, a Birmingspam denizen is always welcome.
--johnny
Birmingspam by work, not by heritage. But a nice place to raise kids regardless. We just were down that way last week. Had to trek down to the east side of the big lake and I'm not in a hurry to go back. Plus we'll be at the Mouse House the following December for my twins 5th birthday (traditional trip). But in general, I'll be green with envy about your no-host!
Thanks,
Jeremy Knezek
1976 Glenbrook
Birmingham, AL
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #278623 is a reply to message #278612] |
Thu, 28 May 2015 10:21 |
rcjordan
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What day are you arriving, Johnny? 7th?
SOLD 77 Royale Coachmen Side Dry Bath
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Elizabeth City, NC
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #278630 is a reply to message #278612] |
Thu, 28 May 2015 12:59 |
jhbridges
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Barring any contretemps along the way, 7th thru 14th.
--johnny
Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
Braselton, Ga.
I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #278633 is a reply to message #278612] |
Thu, 28 May 2015 14:28 |
rcjordan
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Reserved 022
SOLD 77 Royale Coachmen Side Dry Bath
76 Birchaven Coachmen Side Wet Bath
76 Eleganza
Elizabeth City, NC
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #278855 is a reply to message #278675] |
Mon, 01 June 2015 17:59 |
stick miller
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I wish we could make it. December is hard for us. Family scattered all over the country and (of course) we have to see them all. They've all lost the map that gets them to Americus, GA so we go to them. Y'all have fun.
Stick Miller
'78 Royale - "White Trash" - she left me for another man
'76 Eleganza - "Cousin Eddie" Sold
'84 Bluebird Wanderlodge - "Past Tents"
Americus, GA
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #278915 is a reply to message #278612] |
Tue, 02 June 2015 08:22 |
jhbridges
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You can make it. Bring the grandchild, and you can do The Mouse, and Universal, and the rest of the tourist traps with him. And do Meet The Breeds and let him pet a LOT of dogs.
--johnny
Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
Braselton, Ga.
I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell
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| Re: No host rally redux [message #280898 is a reply to message #278612] |
Sun, 28 June 2015 08:26 |
jhbridges
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Cool! Anybody elts??? Place is as of today one fourth booked already.
--johnny
Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
Braselton, Ga.
I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell
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