2nd Annual Kentucky Meet

[MM2004]

OK,
Time to get busy on planning another meet in Kentucky (2<SUP>nd</SUP> annual) for 2007.

Last year was a tremendous success, and would like to do this again, being the first regional meet of the year.

We will be taking a break from the distilleries this year as there are very few in the state. And should save that for another time. 2008 maybe?

I have kicked around a few ideas, and cannot say for certain it will be in ‘Looseville’. However it will be within close proximity. ;)

Let’s have a show of hands via the poll on who would be interested in making it this year.

Dates will be ironed out, just need a general feel for interested parties.

Cast your vote showing your interest... :burnout:

Best,

Mike.

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[MERCMAN]

Let’s have a show of hands on who would be interested in making it this year.

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[KillJoy]

We are in.

KillJoy and the misses

[supa_carrot]

I believe I could possibly show, depending on the dates, seeing as "Loosevile" isn't a far drive.

By the way go Cards, beat Wake.

[MM2004]

I believe I could possibly show, depending on the dates, seeing as "Loosevile" isn't a far drive.

By the way go Cards, beat Wake.

Cool! You won' regret it. Where abouts are you in Eastern KY?

[mailman]

I'm ready for a road trip !:beer:

[Zack]

Im in for the Corvette plant tour, Holley Plant tour and that cave tour.
The other half as well.

[Bigdogjim]

I am so ready for a road trip. Give ma a date, a place, a road and little gas......................

[MM03MOK]

Im in for the Corvette plant tour, Holley Plant tour and that cave tour.
The other half as well.ooo....corvette plant tour!! Caves are cool too!


Holley Plant tourIs that the one with red berries? :D

[Haggis]

Chris and I are in just give date and time. :woohoo:

[alarmguy]

I'm there just say when.

[supa_carrot]

Cool! You won' regret it. Where abouts are you in Eastern KY?


I'm from Salyersville, in Magoffin County, kind of a small place not sure if you know where it is or not. If not it's about 45 minutes directly west of Pikeville.

To everyone else the Corvette museum is definately cool. I haven't toured the plant but I'm sure it would still be cool. Although quite a drive from Louisville (near 2 hours I think, not 100%).

[MM2004]

I'm from Salyersville, in Magoffin County, kind of a small place not sure if you know where it is or not. If not it's about 45 minutes directly west of Pikeville.

To everyone else the Corvette museum is definately cool. I haven't toured the plant but I'm sure it would still be cool. Although quite a drive from Louisville (near 2 hours I think, not 100%).

About 170 miles to Louisville. BTW, I have relatives in Pike-vul. LOL!

Quite a drive? We already have people driving from New Jersey and Maryland.

How can you not? :D

Mike.

[Bluerauder]

Quite a drive? We already have people driving from New Jersey and Maryland.

Mike.
And maybe from Virginia, too !! Much depends on the specific date/time and location. I'll be keeping my eye on this.... I'm definitely interested....but can't commit to a "Yes" or a "No" at this point. :D

Bowling Green is 683 miles for me. Google says 11 hours. I think that they are wrong. ;)

[MM2004]

And maybe from Virginia, too !! Much depends on the specific date/time and location. I'll be keeping my eye on this.... I'm definitely interested....but can't commit to a "Yes" or a "No" at this point. :D

This is very, very cool!

I need to start making calls and searching the I-net, but most likely during the month of March/April timeframe.

We're off to a great start!

Mike.

[chapel1]

Gail and I are in!:beer: :banana2: :nono: :party:

[MM2004]

Gail and I are in!:beer: :banana2: :nono: :party:

Gary,

I have been waiting for your reply.

Sit back with a shot of your favorite beverage.

We'll do the driving from here. ;)

This is gonna be fun!

Mike.

[MM03MOK]

Gail and I are in!:beer: :banana2: :nono: :party::wave: Gary & Gail! The Sneak Peek ^^ says this is a must for Marv and Carol too! :woohoo:

[Ladyhawke]

Oh boy, finally a road trip to my alma mater, Western Kentucky University. :banana:

We can get an awesome picture of our MMs in front of the museum.

[Hack Goby]

99% I will be there + 1.The websites might not get along but Im not passing up a roadtrip.

[Haggis]

Oh boy, finally a road trip to my alma mater, Western Kentucky University. :banana:

We can get an awesome picture of our MMs in front of the museum.

Which KB are we bringing? ;)


99% I will be there + 1.The websites might not get along but Im not passing up a roadtrip.
Glad to hear it Paul, see you there. :up:

[MERCMAN]

Gail and I are in!:beer: :banana2: :nono: :party:


How about Marv and Carol?????

[MM03MOK]

:wave: Gary & Gail! The Sneak Peek ^^ says this is a must for Marv and Carol too! :woohoo:


How about Marv and Carol?????
STOP IT!!!!







:D

[KillJoy]

The websites might not get along but Im not passing up a roadtrip.

:up:

Good to hear Paul!

KillJoy

[MM2004]

OK,

This is by no means set in stone. Much work and planning still needs to be done.

Right now, we are looking at March 23rd (Friday) - 25th.

Since Zack opened his big mouth, we have decided on Mammoth Cave Tours, Corvette Museum Tours and The Holley Product Headquarters Tour.

If this comes to fruition, and you can make it in to Bowling Green KY on the 22nd (Thursday). That would be fine as well.

Bowling Green KY is located approx. 90 mi. south of Louisville off of I-65.

Again, this is a proposal at the moment, and will try to stand fast to this date.

Cheers!

Mike.

[Bigdogjim]

Remember we need some 'Picnic' time:)

[Zack]

Bowling Green has a dragstrip.

Hint Hint

[FastMerc]

I will be there dates needed,will need to share room like I did last time!

[chapel1]

Gail really wants to do the caves and is hoping we can do that friday or saturday? Thursday may be hard for:high5: us to make untill late?

[MM2004]

Gail really wants to do the caves and is hoping we can do that friday or saturday? Thursday may be hard for:high5: us to make untill late?

The plan is for Mammoth Cave on Saturday.

Waiting on their 2007 schedule.

Hi Gail,... :wave:

[1stMerc]

Shoot, i might be able to make this myself. Nice short trip would be cool.

[MERCMAN]

Bump!!!! 12345

[Ken]

FORD can run without me! If they don't like it, then they can give me my $35,000 and let me retire. Bastages!:mad2:

Ken

[Mike Poore]

I'm in, dunno about Barb, though.

[Mike Poore]

:wave: Gary & Gail! The Sneak Peek ^^ says this is a must for Marv and Carol too! :woohoo:

Um, Carol?:lovies:

They'll be neat to be with at the Corvette Museum.

[KillJoy]

Can we do :burn: at the Corvette Museum?

:whistle:

KillJoy

[MERCMAN]

Only if they have a car-wash :rofl:

[Zack]

Only if they have a car-wash :rofl:

Now that's funny :D

[FastMerc]

Caves and Corvettes sound like fun :D

[Mike Poore]

Can we do :burn: at the Corvette Museum?

:whistle:

KillJoy
:laugh:
Not you, BUSTER! Just keep it in your pants.

[Zack]

Becky and I are taking Thursday and Friday off, so anyone who wants to get started early let me know!

[MERCMAN]

http://www.buffalotrace.com/distillerycam.html


Remember this from last year??

[KillJoy]

Becky and I are taking Thursday and Friday off, so anyone who wants to get started early let me know!


I MAY be able to LEAVE Thrus Night.

I just can't afford another day of Vacation. I only get a total of 10 paid days off per year. That includes sick time :(

KillJoy

[pantheroc]

OK,

This is by no means set in stone. Much work and planning still needs to be done.

Right now, we are looking at March 23rd (Friday) - 25th.

Since Zack opened his big mouth, we have decided on Mammoth Cave Tours, Corvette Museum Tours and The Holley Product Headquarters Tour.

If this comes to fruition, and you can make it in to Bowling Green KY on the 22nd (Thursday). That would be fine as well.

Bowling Green KY is located approx. 90 mi. south of Louisville off of I-65.

Again, this is a proposal at the moment, and will try to stand fast to this date.

Cheers!

Mike.

Mike, 'set in stone' yet?

[Embassy]

I do not think my fair city is ready for you guys to come back and wreak havoc. :D


As of now, count me in.

Mike, give me a ring sometime.

[MM2004]

I do not think my fair city is ready for you guys to come back and wreak havoc. :D


As of now, count me in.

Mike, give me a ring sometime.

:up:

Steve,

Check your plates ahead of time.

:lol:

Mike.

[KillJoy]

STEVE!!!!!! You ARE still around!!!!!

You better be here this year! :D

Uhh....check you registration though ;) :up:

KillJoy

[mailman]

Hey Embassy, Glad to hear from you. You were reported as AWOL a while back! Hope to see you in March.

[Hack Goby]

Only if they have a car-wash :rofl: Doing research about the Hampton in Bowling Green they provided buckets and towel`s for a corvette group that was there earlier.

[Mike]

I'd like to go, I'll just need the dates & place!!

[chapel1]

The plan is for Mammoth Cave on Saturday.

Waiting on their 2007 schedule.

Hi Gail,... :wave:

Marv and Carol are interested in the Caves and Corvette plant,but don;t know if they can makeit down till friday p/m?

[FastMerc]

Whats going on what when and where?

[KillJoy]

Whats going on what when and where?


I dunno....it is less than 2 Months AWAY!!!!!!

KillJoy

[eric jones]

Has a date been set for the Kentucky meet? Louisville is not too far from me and I am looking forward to meeting up with other Marauder owners I just need to know the dates so I can plan on attending.

[Haggis]

Whats going on what when and where?

Well???? :dunno:

[MM03MOK]

Mike - I need to book airfare......

Unless the caves are closed that week, go ahead and confirm the weekend. We'll work the tour in once they announce their Spring schedule. Check hotel availability too.

Thanks!

[Hack Goby]

Louisville or Bowling Green?

[MM2004]

OK,

Here is where I am at the moment.

The dates are Friday March 23rd - Sunday March 25th.

Several people have expressed an interest in showing up on March 22nd (Thursday). That is entirely up to them.

The Hotel is due to call me tomorrow to possibly lower their rates for our large group. We are 'penciled' in for a block of 25 rooms, and will firm up tomorrow. Working on a better rate than their current $79.00 - $89.00 p/night.

I cannot plan much at the moment as Mammoth Cave has not released their Spring 2007 schedule. Which is due out tomorrow (cross fingers here).

The Corvette Museum has us down for Saturday the 24th at 3:00PM. If this needs to be ammended, that is fine, according to Anita. This will be a guided tour.

The Holley World Headquarters receptionist believes they do not do tours anymore, but need to call back and lay the charm on Crystal. ;)

The hotel is not in Louisville this year, nor Bowling Green. It will most likely be in Horse Cave, Kentucky.

I will let everyone know when to Contact the Hotel.

DO NOT CONTACT THE HOTEL AT THIS TIME!!!

Thanks for everyone's patience, and please.....stay tuned!!!

Cheers!

Mike.

[Dark_Knight7096]

Let me know, I may have to take a few days off from work, I can take my vacation days a/o 02/26, coincidence, I think not!!!!!!

[Zack]

Let me know, I may have to take a few days off from work, I can take my vacation days a/o 02/26, coincidence, I think not!!!!!!

Bring the Absynth! :beer:

[Dark_Knight7096]

Bring the Absynth! :beer:

I think I may still have a bottle and a half of that sittin around somewhere :D

[KillJoy]

Bring the Absynth! :beer:

Why....so you can NOT drink it again???

:poke:

:D

KillJoy

[pantheroc]

Me and the Mrs. will not be able to make the meet this year. We were really looking forward to this meet since last year. My brother is retiring from the U.S.A.F., so we'll be attending the ceremony along with the family. Hopefully there will be some more regional meets this year. Have fun, tear up the lobby!!!

[Haggis]

Me and the Mrs. will not be able to make the meet this year. We were really looking forward to this meet since last year. My brother is retiring from the U.S.A.F., so we'll be attending the ceremony along with the family. Hopefully there will be some more regional meets this year. Have fun, tear up the lobby!!!

Chris will be upset to hear this news Jerry. Well you only retire from the military once.

[KillJoy]

Me and the Mrs. will not be able to make the meet this year. We were really looking forward to this meet since last year. My brother is retiring from the U.S.A.F., so we'll be attending the ceremony along with the family. Hopefully there will be some more regional meets this year. Have fun, tear up the lobby!!!


:depress:

KillJoy

[alarmguy]

Jerry, you and Diane will be missed! Tell her I said hi.

[KillJoy]

OK,

Here is where I am at the moment.

The dates are Friday March 23rd - Sunday March 25th.

Several people have expressed an interest in showing up on March 22nd (Thursday). That is entirely up to them.

The Hotel is due to call me tomorrow to possibly lower their rates for our large group. We are 'penciled' in for a block of 25 rooms, and will firm up tomorrow. Working on a better rate than their current $79.00 - $89.00 p/night.

I cannot plan much at the moment as Mammoth Cave has not released their Spring 2007 schedule. Which is due out tomorrow (cross fingers here).

The Corvette Museum has us down for Saturday the 24th at 3:00PM. If this needs to be ammended, that is fine, according to Anita. This will be a guided tour.

The Holley World Headquarters receptionist believes they do not do tours anymore, but need to call back and lay the charm on Crystal. ;)

The hotel is not in Louisville this year, nor Bowling Green. It will most likely be in Horse Cave, Kentucky.

I will let everyone know when to Contact the Hotel.

DO NOT CONTACT THE HOTEL AT THIS TIME!!!

Thanks for everyone's patience, and please.....stay tuned!!!

Cheers!

Mike.


:poke:


???

KillJoy

[Bigdogjim]

I am offically out, no chance for a "bigdog"

Have fun take lots of pictures.

[Haggis]

:poke:


???

KillJoy

Stevo you need to be more direct.....

HEY MIKE!!! :bop:

[MERCMAN]

HEY STEVE & GORDON!!

Just talked to Mike, look for something concrete tonight. He is covered up at work and will post later today. BTW Steve,,,,Mike said something about your pie-hole so be prepared!! :lol:

[KillJoy]

HAHA!!!! Better pie-hole than the other end!!!

:D

KillJoy

[MM2004]

OK,

It has been a while but here it is,...

I have 22 rooms blocked (March 22nd - March 25) for the Hampton Inn located here->

750 Flint Ridge Road, Horse Cave, Kentucky, United States 42749
Tel: +1-270-786-5000

http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml;jsessionid=CC3MQJ0 TUWYOCCSGBIV222QKIYFC5UUC?ctyh ocn=HCVKYHX (http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml;jsessionid=CC3MQJ0 TUWYOCCSGBIV222QKIYFC5UUC?ctyh ocn=HCVKYHX)

The rates are as follows:

Two Double Bed = $71.10 + tax. – 13 rooms reserved
Single King = $80.00 + tax – 9 rooms reserved (4 regular, 2 study and 3 smoking)

Due to limited King beds, I ask that if you travel alone, please reserve the 'Two Double Bed' rooms for yourself.

The confirmation number for the group name "Marauder" is - 81996709

Get them in as soon as you can!

We're gonna have a great time!

Mike.

[KillJoy]

My room is in progress :up:

KillJoy

[MERCMAN]

I am booked:up:













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[MM2004]

Off to a good start!

Whoever is coming down on Thursday, please let me know by posting in this thread.

Thanks,

Mike.

[Haggis]

Chris and I will be leaving Thursday for the drive to the 'Blue Grass State'.

[Hack Goby]

Got mine.I will be there with my girlfriend thursday late afternoon

[Dark_Knight7096]

I'll be bookin my room 2nite and puttin in for days off!! :D

[Zack]

I gots mines

[Mike Poore]

Mee too. :D

[Haggis]

Room booked.......:banana2:

[Hack Goby]

I am sooo... ready for a road trip.:banana2:

[Jessica]

We have a room booked.

We may come down Thursday evening. We are not quite sure yet. It is quite a drive this time around at 400+ miles.

If the weather has gone to crap, I will be driving the Aviator. No reason to put the Marauder at risk.

Fastmerc may be riding with us since he nearly totalled his MM on icy Cleveland roads a few weeks back.

I think he is still looking for someone to share a room with. His transportation is covered however.

See everyone soon!

[KillJoy]

We have a room booked.

We may come down Thursday evening. We are not quite sure yet. It is quite a drive this time around at 400+ miles.

If the weather has gone to crap, I will be driving the Aviator. No reason to put the Marauder at risk.

Fastmerc may be riding with us since he nearly totalled his MM on icy Cleveland roads a few weeks back.

I think he is still looking for someone to share a room with. His transportation is covered however.

See everyone soon!


:poke:

KillJoy

[Zack]

We have a room booked.

We may come down Thursday evening. We are not quite sure yet. It is quite a drive this time around at 400+ miles.

If the weather has gone to crap, I will be driving the Aviator. No reason to put the Marauder at risk.

Fastmerc may be riding with us since he nearly totalled his MM on icy Cleveland roads a few weeks back.

I think he is still looking for someone to share a room with. His transportation is covered however.

See everyone soon!
Tell Barry Im looking forward to seeing him.
(and you too :rolleyes: )

[Mike]

I'm booked as well!!

[Haggis]

We have a room booked.

We may come down Thursday evening. We are not quite sure yet. It is quite a drive this time around at 400+ miles.

If the weather has gone to crap, I will be driving the Aviator. No reason to put the Marauder at risk.

Fastmerc may be riding with us since he nearly totalled his MM on icy Cleveland roads a few weeks back.

I think he is still looking for someone to share a room with. His transportation is covered however.

See everyone soon!

:woohoo: Barry and Jess are coming. :woohoo:

[KillJoy]

Too all heading to KY!!!!

I am getting a 2 Bed Room. I will be ONLY using ONE bed.

The other bed is up for usage!!!!

$70 for the weekend!!!!!

PM me, if you are interested!!!!!

KillJoy

PS - No Klepto's ;)

UPDATE - EXTRA BED NO LONGER AVAILABLE!!!

[Haggis]

Too all heading to KY!!!!

I am getting a 2 Bed Room. I will be ONLY using ONE bed.

The other bed is up for usage!!!!

$70 for the weekend!!!!!

PM me, if you are interested!!!!!

KillJoy

PS - No Klepto's ;)

What about Heather and baby Haggis?? :alone:

[KillJoy]

What about Heather and baby Haggis?? :alone:


Nope....me alone :up:

KillJoy

[Ken]

What about Heather and baby Haggis?? :alone:baby Haggis???:eek:

Something you wanna tell us!:baaa:

[chapel1]

Gail and I are booked for Friday the 23 :beer: .
Marv and Carol will not be able to make it this trip.:hankie:
But, Gail will bring some lobby games:party:
And I'm bringing a bottle of Elmer T Lee to his birthplace.
I'm also looking for some of that Micro brew u Ohio boys had last time!

[KillJoy]

I'm also looking for some of that Micro brew u Ohio boys had last time!

:up:

KillJoy

[chapel1]

:up:

KillJoy

AAAAAAHHHHH YES!:beer:

[Pops]

I just received permission from the the boss so I will be there! Looking forward to this road trip. Thanks Linda [wife and BOSS]

[KillJoy]

Extra Bed no longer available :up:

KillJoy

[Zack]

I just received permission from the the boss so I will be there! Looking forward to this road trip. Thanks Linda [wife and BOSS]

You are welcome to hook up with Mike and I for the ride down Thursday morning.

[Zack]

Extra Bed no longer available :up:

KillJoy

Steve is going Broke Back on this trip :puke:

[KillJoy]

Steve is going Broke Back on this trip :puke:


Nope. Going Cheap :D

KillJoy

[Hack Goby]

I just received permission from the the boss so I will be there! Looking forward to this road trip. Thanks Linda [wife and BOSS]Good news John.Thanks Linda.

[FastMerc]

Iam splitting room with Ken and we are coming down fri morn early unless he decides to take off work thurs night?

[MercModifier]

Hey guys, Im new here.
Sounds like a good time. Maybe you'll see me and the misses.

[Ken]

Iam splitting room with Ken and we are coming down fri morn early unless he decides to take off work thurs night?Room booked. See ya'll Friday!

Ken

[Hack Goby]

Hey guys, Im new here.
Sounds like a good time. Maybe you'll see me and the misses.
Sounds good.Jump in and grab a room.

[KillJoy]

Sounds good.Jump in and grab a room.


:up:

KillJoy

[MM2004]

Closing. Starting another thread for planning itinerary.

Thanks,

Mike.