2007 International -- Perry, GA - Page 5

wheel interested · 01-26-2007, 07:20 PM

Lucius the fairgrounds probably could not give you an exact number of hook-ups because they will be expanding a central hook-up to multiples. Bring LOTS of sewer hose AND duct tape. I did not connect with my single hose, about 4 or more may have gotten back and around to the other side on my unit. It will probably depend on the volunteers how many hook-ups they create.

Minnie's Mate, look me up if you visit. Should not be a problem at all.

wkerfoot · 01-26-2007, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 2airishuman

as i recall from last year, saturday is the ONLY day for official visits and visitors...

certainly folks just drop in on any day and skip the security check point...

this is frowned upon big time...

and IF you go into the vendor area or other indoor areas someone may approach you for id...

if the wb volunteers wearing security hats (no foolin) spot you and are in the mood...

you will be asked to leave or escorted off site...

there was a day with some thefts from officer moho/trailers last year,

when folks were attending a function (before the official rally started)

afterward a pseudo lockdown was started. the main gain was to be closed at 10pm and IF not inside one had to call a guard...

of course there were alternate ways in/out but perry may have different access...

afterwards many were eyeballin' badges and name tags big time....

saturday is also when the vac has it's open house and the vintage units toured...

cheers
2air'

2air,

The VAC open house at Salem was on Friday, remember, the day the tanks were pumped?

I had a friend come by a couple of times during the week, but I was in the VAC section near the road and not near the action.

Bill

wheel interested · 01-26-2007, 07:27 PM

C'mon Bill, the VAC is the action.

2airishuman · 01-26-2007, 07:30 PM

oh right bill FRIDAY!

i do remember and just added a picture as proof...

does not include smellatron or odorcolor....

that is the longest stinky slinky i've ever seen...

i'm pretty sure some small dogs and local rodents were missing afterward...

cheers
2air'

on edit...

the other funny thing about the 'dump crew' the slinky has a clear section of pipe...

look at the one picture right here...

http://www.airforums.com/forum...62-post78.html

so not only do they take your tank contents...

they LOOK at it...

Minnie's Mate · 01-26-2007, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by wheel interested

Minnie's Mate, look me up if you visit. Should not be a problem at all.

It would be nice to see you again.

**moosetags** · 01-26-2007, 07:39 PM

We ahd originally planned to go to the International Rally late last summer. It's only about 250 miles from home. We figured that this was a good opportunity to go to an international. The more we read about it, the more we were scared by it. We don't really want to be prisoners for eight days with minimal electric and minimal sewer service. When we camp with our Airstream, we like to come and go as we please. Soo, we decided against going.

2airishuman · 01-26-2007, 07:54 PM

hi moosetags...

if already camping in the area...

a day trip to see vendors, the vintage units and so on would be fun...

my view is the int. is mostly a legislative convention...

and club offficers and members just happen to bring rvs to sleep in...

there aren't campfires (hazards) and very few folks cook out....

the vac has a tent for drinks and gathering but that was not enough for me...

you CAN dance or play cards or knit everyday in one of the buildings...

for some who have been very active at home in their region or local unit...

this is a chance to rub elbows and hob nob (look it up) with high office seekers...

and for folks that have been to many it's a chance to see old friends...

_except for the likelyhood of 90s in temp and humidity...

a forum rally nearby would be more fun and folks could car pool for a visit...

next year it is in montana and i will likely go again...

to camp in montana.

and i hope we have a grand forum function in big sky country!

cheers
2air'

wkerfoot · 01-26-2007, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by wheel interested

C'mon Bill, the VAC is the action.

Carol,

I know that, I meant near the vendors, registration, exhibits, workshops, entertainment, internet access, you know the important stuff which we need to keep away from outsiders.

Bill

wkerfoot · 01-26-2007, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by moosetags

We ahd originally planned to go to the International Rally late last summer. It's only about 250 miles from home. We figured that this was a good opportunity to go to an international. The more we read about it, the more we were scared by it. We don't really want to be prisoners for eight days with minimal electric and minimal sewer service. When we camp with our Airstream, we like to come and go as we please. Soo, we decided against going.

The trip to Salem was 900 miles for us. That close, I had to go. Why, you ask? To see first hand what it was, I had been told that you only need to go every other year or so, and to meet people on this forum and other lists which I have met only virtually. Unfortunately, many local forum members did not attend, but had a separate function nearby, I had hoped to meet them, but I was difficult for us to get away.

Listen to other peoples thoughts, but make up your own mind based on your own experiences. Everyone looks at life through the filter of their experiences. No one looks at life the same way you do.

It was worth it and we will go to Bozeman in 2008 for the same reasons.

Bill

65GT · 01-26-2007, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Minnie's Mate

What is the protocol for day visits? We may have a day at the beginning of that we can "drop by" on our way south.

I'd be surprised if it changes but there are day passes. We arrived mid-week last year. We flew in for the SaveWally reception -- oh yeah -- and the name change vote (almost forgot!)...

So we were in a hotel and paid $10/day for the passes. I believe the day pass also included the entertainment, but you better check on that one -- I didn't attend any official functions except the Photo Print Contest, the Delegates Meeting, the VAC meeting and the Pet show (hey - that one wasn't MY idea -- wifey dragged me to that one)...

I did attempt to do a leadership meeting but it was packed and when I got there it appeared they had broken into small group sections (elbow to elbow) working something out. That went on for 20+ minutes so I left.

Bottom line is you can stop by any day -- just make sure you go to registration and tell them you're looking for a day pass.

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65GT · 01-26-2007, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 2airishuman

there aren't campfires (hazards) and very few folks cook out.... cheers 2air'

No campfires? Ah, okay -- then I guess we didn't have one... Oops!

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myboyburt · 01-26-2007, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by wkerfoot

The trip to Salem was 900 miles for us. That close, I had to go. Why, you ask? To see first hand what it was, I had been told that you only need to go every other year or so, and to meet people on this forum and other lists which I have met only virtually. Unfortunately, many local forum members did not attend, but had a separate function nearby, I had hoped to meet them, but I was difficult for us to get away.

Listen to other peoples thoughts, but make up your own mind based on your own experiences. Everyone looks at life through the filter of their experiences. No one looks at life the same way you do.

It was worth it and we will go to Bozeman in 2008 for the same reasons.

Bill

I was honored to met you at the 2006 International. You may not remember me poking around the vintage section with my sister Patty but I remember you.

wkerfoot · 01-26-2007, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by myboyburt

I was honored to met you at the 2006 International. You may not remember me poking around the vintage section with my sister Patty but I remember you.

Michelle,

I think "honored" is a little over the top, but you are one of those who are no longer electrons on a screen but a real person. BTW, don't you and Leon owe me the parts list for the flag pole light?

Bill

myboyburt · 01-26-2007, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by wkerfoot

Michelle,

I think "honored" is a little over the top, but you are one of those who are no longer electrons on a screen but a real person. BTW, don't you and Leon owe me the parts list for the flag pole light?

Bill

Yes, this is true. We have gotten around this promise within the NEU by just making the flag pole light thingie and giving them to our flag flying members.

Leon had given me the list, I need to find it (gosh, I hope I didn't recycle it) and get it posted.

BTW, I WAS honored to me you.