Northeast & Mid-Atlantic Combo Meet discussion thread

This is a place for these regions to discuss and determine where they want their natty meet.

To make it happen, someone(s) will need to take a leadership role and run with it.


Some possibles: (pulled from the closed LOCATION thread)
Niagara Falls (Canadian side)
Mmmm... natural wonder of the world and a casino... poutine (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poutine)!
fairly close to Toronto

Williamsburg, VA area
* Colonial Williamsburg
* Busch Gardens (Budweiser Plant)
* Yorktown Battlefield
* Jamestown Settlement (first English settlement in North america)
* Norfolk Naval Base (~25 mi)
* Virginia Beach (~35 mi)

Hershey, PA area
* Gettysburg Historic battlefield (~30 mi) This is REALLY impressive for history buffs
* Harley Davidson factory tours in York, PA (~20 mi)
* Utz snack food factory tour in Hanover, PA (~25 mi)
* Hershey chocolate factory tour
* Hershey amusement park
* Minor League Baseball
* TMI (possible nuclear meltdown) Oh wait that was in 1979
* Appalachian Brewing Company
* Troegs Brewing Company
* Lancaster Brewing Company
* Lancaster has lots of shopping.
* Strasburg Railroad for train enthusiasts
* Learn about the Amish living in Lancaster


Post your locations and why.

In early post I said I would like to do tour of Alabama Honda Plant.
Since this will not on the scale of last years Combo National Meet I am open to other locations. I do wan't to make it to one of the Mid-South Meets so Iam kinda torn between Northeast/Mid-Atlantic & Mid South. With that said if we have it in the PA area around Hershey this would be in the 2hr-3hr travel range for me. If we have it in the Hampton Roads/ Norfolk VA area then it is in the 3hr-4hr travel range for me. The falls also sound okay never been there before.

I would love to see the meet in Hershey, PA. Relatively convenient for ROCers from several states! Kids-friendly! Beautiful country! Lots to do! Brewing companies!

Since this will not on the scale of last years Combo National Meet I am open to other locations. I wouldn't be sure on that statement as there were many people who couldn't drive to OH for 3 days, but can make a regional meet. Then add in the CRV and Element folks with the same situations... this region could be bigger than last years national.

Im down with going to Pa for a couple days...

If there is any possibility of it being Niagara Falls Canadian side...Do you now have to have a passport to cross the border?

If there is any possibility of it being Niagara Falls Canadian side...Do you now have to have a passport to cross the border?

That got put on hold for now, Ralph.

If there is any possibility of it being Niagara Falls Canadian side...Do you now have to have a passport to cross the border?I believe so, starting on June 1, 09
UPDATE:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html

http://www.explore.canada.travel/ctc/ke/things_to_know_2.jsp?cat=4004&localeId=16

I am going to throw DC into the mix. Really want to see the new air and space hangar and have not been to the whole national mall area in MANY years. Can you say Ridgeline caravan around the white house....well at least as close as we could get nowadays.

Leading the way, FTM1 Fred. :D

I wouldn't be sure on that statement as there were many people who couldn't drive to OH for 3 days, but can make a regional meet. Then add in the CRV and Element folks with the same situations... this region could be bigger than last years national.

Hopefully we can still have one BIG meet (call it regional) each year where we can meet a large population of other club members. We've got four southwestern/south regional meets already targeted for 2009.

February 14 - Dallas TX --------> (car show)
April 18-19 - Sedona AZ ------- > (great season)
August - Fort Worth TX --------> (car show)
September - Eureka Springs AR -> (car show)

A DC meet would be a great photo op.

Leading the way, FTM1 Fred. :DI will pass on this Bud. I do know who I would consider for the job:D

I'd go to DC or Hershey. Both are great destinations and easy drives for many. I really like the idea of going to the new air museum. it's 30 minutes from my home and I haven't been there yet.:(

I VOTE Hershey just b/c my wife has been wanting to go for the longest time and I have been stalling big time. It is one of her favoritie places to be and she tells me every year WHY DON'T You SUPRIZE me and take me to Hershey. It is a great place for children and there is lots to do. This might be my big chance. I have a Ridge she has an Element (Why NoT?).

I VOTE Hershey just b/c my wife has been wanting to go for the longest time and I have been stalling big time.
I've been talking to the folks at Hershey trying to put something together. Please be advised the Lodging prices at the Hershey Hotels are outrageous. If it all comes about, it'll be a day trip for me.

If it all comes about, it'll be a day trip for me.That is where you will be missing out on the fun. Gathered around outside with friends for late night beverages, food and great conversation (and even discussing vehicles too!).

Yeah the price is up there but I will take the hit. The last vacation I had was alomost 3 years ago (My Honeymoon).

......and even discussing vehicles too!.
This is Amish country and I don't know very much about 1 horsepower buggies! :D

Wait a minute know. I have seen two horse power down there! LOL

I will pass on this Bud. I do know who I would consider for the job:D

Keep them off the Beltway Fred!!! Those left handed exits are rough on us southern guys!!:eek:

Wait a minute know. I have seen two horse power down there! LOL
Now, you're talkin' Amish School Buses! :D

Oh is that what that was! LOL

I can make it to a Hershey, PA meet with no problem.:D

You would not have to stay in Hershey. Rt 322 takes you to the park and there is plenty of Hotels in the surrounding vicinity. Rates for all hotels are higher during the summer months due to HersheyPark but there is plenty to choose from, with more being built everyday.

I'm sure Dan could find us something, Joe. :eek:

I'm sure Dan could find us something, Joe. :eek:
I remember the Bates Motel story! :eek::D

PA, DC, VA are all good for me. Sounds like it could be a fun time. Now to convince the wife...............

You would not have to stay in Hershey. Rt 322 takes you to the park and there is plenty of Hotels in the surrounding vicinity. Rates for all hotels are higher during the summer months due to HersheyPark but there is plenty to choose from, with more being built everyday.
Hey Justin, how you been?

I'm sure we can find something nearby, I was just hoping to get a place associated with the Park.

PA, DC, VA are all good for me. Sounds like it could be a fun time. Now to convince the wife...............
Hdgmedic, if this Hershey thing comes together it will be very family oriented. Bring the wife, kids, nieces, nephews, neighbors, whoever!

I'm sure Dan could find us something, Joe. :eek:

I know of a reasonable place out that way, although I hear the sheets are a bit scratchy. :)

I know of a reasonable place out that way, although I hear the sheets are a bit scratchy. :)

"Is it a dead zone" ? :)

"Is it a dead zone" ? :)
I can use a dead zone, these kids never stop calling!

"Is it a dead zone" ? :)

Here's the place, forgot about the towels.:p

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwOTJohWark&NR=1

Hey Justin, how you been?

I'm sure we can find something nearby, I was just hoping to get a place associated with the Park.

I've been good, how about you? It will probably hard to find one associated with the park at a reasonable price because Hershey is all about money. All about money!!!!

Specially the Hershey Hotel.

After some discussion last night, we have narrowed the meet down to two places. Williamsburg and Hershey. We need to decide soon for bookings.

After some discussion last night, we have narrowed the meet down to two places. Williamsburg and Hershey. We need to decide soon for bookings.

Williamsburg sounds interesting. Might draw some form the southern areas since there is very little interest shown to date. Be a little over 600 miles for me; but what the heck at least it is a plan!!!:cool:

WilliamsBurg VA sounds okay to me they have Bush Gardens have not been there for awhile. When they opened in the 70s my cousins & I wore it out in our teenage years. They live in Hampton & I was always down at there house doing summer vacations & when we were much younger my father did his Naval Reserve duty on ships & subs at the Naval Base. We stayed sometimes for a few weeks at my cousins house while he did his duty. Then he could see us doing his off time. I was down last year in Va Beach then had dinner at my cousin's house in Hampton.

WilliamsBurg VA sounds okay to me they have Bush Gardens have not been there for awhile. When they opened in the 70s my cousins & I wore it out in our teenage years. They live in Hampton & I was always down at there house doing summer vacations & when we were much younger my father did his Naval Reserve duty on ships & subs at the Naval Base. We stayed sometimes for a few weeks at my cousins house while he did his duty. Then he could see us doing his off time. I was down last year in Va Beach then had dinner at my cousin's house in Hampton.

We couldn't get you to lead the parade in D.C., Fred. How about Williamsburg ? :)

I'm still leaning toward Hershey Park. No parking problems (they'll rope off an area just for us), lots to do, they'll feed us under one of their pavillions, family oriented especially for the kids, should be somewhat easy to arrange, many RL owners in the nearby area, on-site camping area for those who indulge in such activities, rrider will probably attend :), and many other local sites to visit within a short drive of Hershey.

Downside.... some may consider it pricey, but the cost of Park admission will be included along with the meal. Weather is always unpredictable. They already have other groups booked for June 27th, but will save a slot of time for us.

So let's hear it guys. Should we call Hershey Park the Mid-Atlantic National/Regional Meet location? We need to finalize this very soon.

Would not matter to me I would just take 695 to 83 North to the Hershey area. Its about 1 & a half to 2 hours for me I know from my house to my great aunt's house in Harrisburg was 120 miles. I use to make that run 2 or 3 times a year until 1994.

So let's hear it guys. Should we call Hershey Park the Mid-Atlantic National/Regional Meet location? We need to finalize this very soon.
I'm in. Maybe Spartan will make the trek. :) Time to start a attendee list?

I'm in. Maybe Spartan will make the trek. :) Time to start a attendee list?
Perhaps Spartan will attend, I'll bet he'll go just for the Roller Coasters! :D

Good idea Dan, I'll start the attendance roster, shortly.

Sounds like things are coming together. And let me be the first to throw in the fact that we can take a caravan of Ridgelines on the Hershey highway. :D Yes I am 12 in some respects.

Sounds like things are coming together. And let me be the first to throw in the fact that we can take a caravan of Ridgelines on the Hershey highway. :D Yes I am 12 in some respects.http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii115/keith_757_2/pee-wee-tool.jpg

:D

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii115/keith_757_2/pee-wee-tool.jpg

:D
I'd like to thank all the little people who made this moment possible. :)

I'd like to thank all the little people who made this moment possible. :)
Take a bow, Joe. :eek: :D

meet set: http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25521

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