2012 Panther Nationals, Branson, MO!

[Zorin]

Ladies, and Gentlemen.

Many car clubs in years past have held grand meets. The time has come that we show the likes of the Corvette club, the Nismo gang, the Subaru kids....

That the body on frame car can not only be awesome, but that we can represent with some amazing machinery of our own.

Starting on June 15, 2012, and ending on June 17, myself and a hard-core group of Panther enthusiasts would like to welcome you all to 2012 Panther Nationals, to be held at the Outback Roadhouse, right on the strip in downtown Branson, Missouri!

Lodging has been secured at the rate of $59 a night for a queen bed double room. On the grounds is an award winning restaurant, a pub, and we will have a cordoned off section reserved exclusively for Panther parking only!

Also included in the price of the hotel room are some other goodies that are included:

A designated area to hold a "meet and greet" at whatever time and date Group requests.
Use of Roadhouse pavilion if Group desires to have meetings, cookouts, etc. at no extra charge.
Food and drink specials at the Outback Pub, and Outback Steak & Oyster Bar during the duration of the event.
Complimentary hot breakfast at the Roadhouse for any member of Group staying at the Roadhouse.
Banquet facility at the Outback Steak & Oyster Bar (if desired) at a discounted group rate.
Discounted tickets to select area events.

Event is being held at:

Outback of Branson
1914 W Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616

A webpage with an online reservation system has been set up for your convenience! It can accessed here:

2012 Panther Nationals Lodging

**MUST RESERVE BY JUNE 8!**

As for what's to do? Here's our loose itinerary:

**NOTHING IS MANDATORY**

FRIDAY, 15 JUNE

Arrive, and meet and greet.
5 (ish) PM - Head to Ozark Raceway Park for Test and Tune Session. $10 to spectate, and $15 to race. Gates open at 6, lights on at 7, and all the runs you can click off till midnight!

Ozark Raceway Park Test and Tune Info
Directions from Outback To Ozark Raceway

SATURDAY, 16 JUNE
We are considering an early morning junkyard run, just in case folks want to see about scoring parts that others did not bring.
Car Show
BBQ Cook out at the Party Pavilion (This is up in the air - attendees will help call this shot!)
There will be later evening activities, go karting, Branson shows, shopping, that's sort of flexible...I'm sure some folks will want to simply sit in the parking lot and drink, and that is fine too, we have a nice bar on location.

SUNDAY, 17 JUNE
11 (ish) AM Ride to Eureka Springs, AR for lunch, and sightseeing.

We're also possibly thinking of working in a little time to help others with any mechanical issues that may pop up, or those that want to tackle a LIGHT project (no engine swaps or blower installs, please) and have questions, or want some guidance.

We, as organizers, have also put together a little scavenger hunt for the trip along the way, to help ease the boredom of all those miles!

One tip: I would recommend bringing an FRS/GMRS handheld radio. The organizers will be able to be found on channel 4, subchannel 6. (4.6 - should be easy to remember!)

This event is cross-posted on the following sites:

pantherfreedom.net
crownvic.net
CVPI.org
GrandMarq.net

If you have any questions, please feel free to drop me a pm, or post it up here!

Tim

EDIT: Forgot to mention, you can also find us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/281749638535842/

[Ozark Marauder]

Sounds like fun.....just up the road a piece.

OZ

[chevysnfirst]

Originally Posted by Ozark Marauder

Sounds like fun.....just up the road a piece.

OZ

Awesome look forward to meeting you!

I am Very excited about this meet and look forward to meeting all that attend

Here is the Official Banner and Logo

[droppointalpha]

Mmmmm.. Hopefully closing on a house the 8th... Not sure I can make this one though I'd love to. See what happens.

[Zorin]

Ohhh, you got to come up so we can talk Galveston! I grew up in Tomball, TX, and spent a LOT of time on Bolivar, and Crystal Beach.

Tim

[Zorin]

We're now listed on Car Clubs USA!

http://carclubsusa.com/

Tim

[chevysnfirst]

2012 Panther Nationals Promo Video

http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sZHh31Qwe8

not sure how to make the player show

[Odinson]

Originally Posted by chevysnfirst

2012 Panther Nationals Promo Video

http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sZHh31Qwe8

not sure how to make the player show

Here, I actually fixed it for you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sZHh31Qwe8

[Zorin]

Just worked it out with the track.....

We will have our own pit area, and I have been advised that we should show up early to set up our area, and click off a few runs before the track opens up for general use!

Tim

[Hauser717]

I'd love to bring my Marauder down from KC, but I work weekends and I'd basically have to take off a week to go. Maybe next year.

[james79stang]

Planning to go, james

[BODYMAN]

This looks to be a good time! Only 4-5hr drive for me. Schedule pending but if time allows I will be attending. Anyother STL guys wanna road trip?

[chevysnfirst]

Originally Posted by BODYMAN

This looks to be a good time! Only 4-5hr drive for me. Schedule pending but if time allows I will be attending. Anyother STL guys wanna road trip?

Sounds great! Hope to see some of you local guys there.

I will be coming from Georgia so my drive is a little longer than yours
I can't wait to go to the dragstrip on that Friday.
I got bit by the racing bug at STAP last year

[BODYMAN]

Originally Posted by chevysnfirst

Sounds great! Hope to see some of you local guys there.

I will be coming from Georgia so my drive is a little longer than yours
I can't wait to go to the dragstrip on that Friday.
I got bit by the racing bug at STAP last year

Sounds good! iam gonna try to round up some other STL guys to come with. Nevert been to the track down curious how it is?

[Zorin]

I set up a Mitsubishi meet at this track a few years ago. (2009) I wasn't there due to having administrative duties, but no one came away unhappy. Everyone was satisfied with condition and prep.

Oh, the hotel tells me they are starting to fill. Reserve SOON!

http://shop.bransonmotorcyclerally.c...ng-Panther.htm

Tim