http://metachat.org/mediawiki/api.php?action=feedcontributions&user=Mike9322&feedformat=atomWiki - User contributions [en]2024-03-29T05:34:45ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.22.5http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-10-02T14:18:55Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
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<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
The mid-Atlantic AAA guide is also a good resource.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
If anybody is looking for a ride from DC, I'll be leaving on Friday afternoon (prolly return Sunday evening) and can pick folks up at a Metro station or Dulles (BWI is also a possibility). --dano<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
There are Go-Karts and Mini Golf and other cool stuff at [http://www.vbmotorworld.com/ Motorworld].<br />
<br />
We can rent a volleyball court on the beach. They are right outside the Ramada.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
'''IMPORTANT''': In [http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/09/11/one_month this thread] mike9322 requests that anyone planning to stay at his place, please email a confirmation by October 1. Email is in [http://metachat.org/users/mike9322 profile].<br />
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{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero and Stynxno|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house in the bed! Sorry snoozers.|<br />
carpooling |Will be driving with Stynx, YCCMA and k5|<br />
dates |TBD; probably Thursday(leave NYC afternoonish)- Sunday (leave VA afternoonish)|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |we're going on weird days so if you wanna do so as well, you're welcome to ride along|<br />
dates |driving from NYC wed night, leaving for Baltimore on Saturday afternoon|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |riding with the nyc peeps|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |99% definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |Flying in, will have rental car|<br />
dates |Friday the 12th thru noon on Sunday the 14th|<br />
comments |will just be me- partner can't make it|<br />
}}<br />
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<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |99%|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |sorry, can't, tight schedule|<br />
dates |Friday sometime through early Sunday|<br />
comments |Probably bringing the mister|<br />
}}<br />
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<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |There.|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.|<br />
comments |I just upgraded to green, baby!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mullacc|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |Driving from DC-leaving late Fri.|<br />
dates |Arriving late on Fri, staying until Sunday.|<br />
comments |Good chance I can make it, but I may have to lug up my laptop for some hot VPN work action.|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |kkokkodalk|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Mike's house|<br />
carpooling |TPS/Stynx/YCCMA|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |herrdoktor|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Lives in Norfolk!|<br />
carpooling |Available to drive people around|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |sliver of hope remaining|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |up in the air|<br />
dates |most likely Friday evening to Sunday morningish.|<br />
comments |I'm short on green. Really short. Dammit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |Now, not so good. :( Boo|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |Not impossible, but getting less and less likely.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the Ramada, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Why does hip-hop suck in '96? It's the money.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |Sorry, y'all, not happening. Money & kid & dogs & oh my. Maybe next year!|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |y'all have fun!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |<s>Has high hopes to attend</s>. Hopes are less high.|<br />
colour |gray|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-09-11T15:25:44Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
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<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
The mid-Atlantic AAA guide is also a good resource.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
If anybody is looking for a ride from DC, I'll be leaving on Friday afternoon (prolly return Sunday evening) and can pick folks up at a Metro station or Dulles (BWI is also a possibility). --dano<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
There are Go-Karts and Mini Golf and other cool stuff at [http://www.vbmotorworld.com/ Motorworld].<br />
<br />
We can rent a volleyball court on the beach. They are right outside the Ramada.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
'''IMPORTANT''': In [http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/09/11/one_month this thread] mike9322 requests that anyone planning to stay at his place, please email a confirmation by October 1. Email is in [http://metachat.org/users/mike9322 profile].<br />
<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero and Stynxno|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house in the bed! Sorry snoozers.|<br />
carpooling |Will be renting car and driving from NYC; might have space in the car if people want to jump on|<br />
dates |TBD; probably Thursday(leave NYC afternoonish)- Sunday (leave VA afternoonish)|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |we're going on weird days so if you wanna do so as well, you're welcome to ride along|<br />
dates |driving from NYC wed night, leaving for Baltimore on Saturday afternoon|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |riding with the nyc peeps|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |99% definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |Flying in, will have rental car|<br />
dates |Friday the 12th thru noon on Sunday the 14th|<br />
comments |will just be me- partner can't make it|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |LoriFLA|<br />
possibility |Unless a big wind knocks me over - definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada.|<br />
carpooling |Arriving Friday morning, departing Sunday afternoon.|<br />
dates |Friday to Sunday|<br />
comments |OMG!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |99%|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |sorry, can't, tight schedule|<br />
dates |Friday sometime through early Sunday|<br />
comments |Probably bringing the mister|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |There.|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.|<br />
comments |I just upgraded to green, baby!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |sliver of hope remaining|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |up in the air|<br />
dates |most likely Friday evening to Sunday morningish.|<br />
comments |I'm short on green. Really short. Dammit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |Now, not so good. :( Boo|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the Ramada, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |Um, the creek is rising & the gods are looking less willing - looks like I might not make it. Sigh.|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |y'all have fun!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Hermitosis|<br />
possibility |Maaaaaybe.....|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |Mike's house.|<br />
carpooling |In NYC pool|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ethylene|<br />
possibility |planning for it but can't say better than that Yet|<br />
colour |PaleVioletRed|<br />
mechalodging |where i can?|<br />
carpooling |whenever possible?|<br />
dates |TBA|<br />
comments |Make me want it. Do we get to have a fire? What should i ask from the birthday fairy? Who wants to siege Baltimore/DC?|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |<s>Has high hopes to attend</s>. Hopes are less high.|<br />
colour |gray|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |Car with TPS/Stynx|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-19T18:32:34Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
The mid-Atlantic AAA guide is also a good resource.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
There are Go-Karts and Mini Golf and other cool stuff at [http://www.vbmotorworld.com/ Motorworld].<br />
<br />
We can rent a volleyball court on the beach. They are right outside the Ramada.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house in the bed! Sorry snoozers.|<br />
carpooling |Will be renting car and driving from NYC with youcancallmeal; will have 2 additional spots!|<br />
dates |TBD; probably Thursday(leave NYC afternoonish)- Sunday (leave VA afternoonish)|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |we're going on weird days so if you wanna do so as well, you're welcome to ride along|<br />
dates |driving from NYC wed night, leaving for Baltimore on Saturday afternoon|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |riding with the nyc peeps|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |99% definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel (will update once I have reservation)|<br />
carpooling |Flying in, will probably rent a car there|<br />
dates |Friday the 12th|<br />
comments |will just be me- partner can't make it|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |LoriFLA|<br />
possibility |Pretty much definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel. Not sure where yet.|<br />
carpooling |Flight to Norfolk. Rental car. Flying to DC is cheaper, not sure if it's worth the hassle.|<br />
dates |Friday to Sunday|<br />
comments |Party on!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |95% Sure|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel - hotel peeps let me know what places you are thinking of?|<br />
carpooling |sorry, can't, tight schedule|<br />
dates |Friday sometime through early Sunday|<br />
comments |Don't know if Mr. Baby can come|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |chrismear|<br />
possibility |Maybe|<br />
colour |PaleVioletRed|<br />
mechalodging |Dunno|<br />
carpooling |Dunno|<br />
dates |If I come, I'll come for all of it.|<br />
comments |I'm very keen, but whether I'm in the country at all will depend on a few things falling into place...|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-19T18:31:48Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
The mid-Atlantic AAA guide is also a good resource.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
There are Go-Karts and Mini Golf and other cool stuff at [http://www.vbmotorworld.com/ Motorworld].<br />
<br />
We can rent a volleyball court on the beach. They are right outside the Ramada.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house in the bed! Sorry snoozers.|<br />
carpooling |Will be renting car and driving from NYC with youcancallmeal; will have 2 additional spots!|<br />
dates |TBD; probably Thursday(leave NYC afternoonish)- Sunday (leave VA afternoonish)|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |Ramada|<br />
carpooling |we're going on weird days so if you wanna do so as well, you're welcome to ride along|<br />
dates |driving from NYC wed night, leaving for Baltimore on Saturday afternoon|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |riding with the nyc peeps|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |99% definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel (will update once I have reservation)|<br />
carpooling |Flying in, will probably rent a car there|<br />
dates |Friday the 12th|<br />
comments |will just be me- partner can't make it|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |LoriFLA|<br />
possibility |Pretty much definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel. Not sure where yet.|<br />
carpooling |Flight to Norfolk. Rental car. Flying to DC is cheaper, not sure if it's worth the hassle.|<br />
dates |Friday to Sunday|<br />
comments |Party on!|<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |95% Sure|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel - hotel peeps let me know what places you are thinking of?|<br />
carpooling |sorry, can't, tight schedule|<br />
dates |Friday sometime through early Sunday|<br />
comments |Don't know if Mr. Baby can come|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |chrismear|<br />
possibility |Maybe|<br />
colour |PaleVioletRed|<br />
mechalodging |Dunno|<br />
carpooling |Dunno|<br />
dates |If I come, I'll come for all of it.|<br />
comments |I'm very keen, but whether I'm in the country at all will depend on a few things falling into place...|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-18T12:29:19Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
The mid-Atlantic AAA guide is also a good resource.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
There are Go-Karts and Mini Golf and other cool stuff at [http://www.vbmotorworld.com/ Motorworld].<br />
<br />
We can rent a volleyball court on the beach. They are right outside the Ramada.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house in the bed! Sorry snoozers.|<br />
carpooling |Will be renting car and driving from NYC with youcancallmeal; will have 2 additional spots!|<br />
dates |TBD; probably Thursday(leave NYC afternoonish)- Sunday (leave VA afternoonish)|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |we're going on weird days so if you wanna do so as well, you're welcome to ride along|<br />
dates |driving from NYC wed night, leaving for Baltimore on Saturday afternoon|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |riding with the nyc peeps|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |99% definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel (will update once I have reservation)|<br />
carpooling |Flying in, will probably rent a car there|<br />
dates |Friday the 12th|<br />
comments |I'm psyched!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |LoriFLA|<br />
possibility |Pretty much definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel. Not sure where yet.|<br />
carpooling |Flight to Norfolk. Rental car. Flying to DC is cheaper, not sure if it's worth the hassle.|<br />
dates |Friday to Sunday|<br />
comments |Party on!|<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |Maybe|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
carpooling |?|<br />
dates |?|<br />
comments |?|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |chrismear|<br />
possibility |Maybe|<br />
colour |PaleVioletRed|<br />
mechalodging |Dunno|<br />
carpooling |Dunno|<br />
dates |If I come, I'll come for all of it.|<br />
comments |I'm very keen, but whether I'm in the country at all will depend on a few things falling into place...|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-17T18:27:00Z<p>Mike9322: /* Activities */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
The mid-Atlantic AAA guide is also a good resource.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
There are Go-Karts and Mini Golf and other cool stuff at [http://www.vbmotorworld.com/ Motorworld].<br />
<br />
We can rent a volleyball court on the beach. They are right outside the Ramada.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house in the bed! Sorry snoozers.|<br />
carpooling |TBD|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |we're going on weird days so if you wanna do so as well, you're welcome to ride along|<br />
dates |driving from NYC wed night, leaving saturday afternoon|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |riding with the nyc peeps|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |99% definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel (will update once I have reservation)|<br />
carpooling |Flying in, will probably rent a car there|<br />
dates |Friday the 12th|<br />
comments |I'm psyched!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |LoriFLA|<br />
possibility |Pretty much definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel. Not sure where yet.|<br />
carpooling |Flight to Norfolk. Rental car. Flying to DC is cheaper, not sure if it's worth the hassle.|<br />
dates |Friday to Sunday|<br />
comments |Party on!|<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-17T11:15:08Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
The mid-Atlantic AAA guide is also a good resource.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
Go-Karts and Mini Golf and other cool stuff at [http://www.vbmotorworld.com/ Motorworld]<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house in the bed! Sorry snoozers.|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |riding with the nyc peeps|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |99% definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel (will update once I have reservation)|<br />
carpooling |Flying in, will probably rent a car there|<br />
dates |Friday the 12th|<br />
comments |I'm psyched!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |LoriFLA|<br />
possibility |Pretty much definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel. Not sure where yet.|<br />
carpooling |Flight to Norfolk. Rental car. Flying to DC is cheaper, not sure if it's worth the hassle.|<br />
dates |Friday to Sunday|<br />
comments |Party on!|<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-16T17:40:35Z<p>Mike9322: /* Activities */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
Go-Karts and Mini Golf and other cool stuff at [http://www.vbmotorworld.com/ Motorworld]<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house in the bed! Sorry snoozers.|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |99% definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel (will update once I have reservation)|<br />
carpooling |Flying in, will probably rent a car there|<br />
dates |Friday the 12th|<br />
comments |I'm psyched!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Talk:Bunnystock_IITalk:Bunnystock II2007-07-16T16:35:42Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>Bunnystock will be ''the'' social event of our generation. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 16:35, 16 July 2007 (UTC)</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Talk:Bunnystock_IITalk:Bunnystock II2007-07-16T16:35:28Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>Bunnystock will be the social event of our generation. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 16:35, 16 July 2007 (UTC)</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-16T16:32:44Z<p>Mike9322: /* Lodging Locations */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-16T16:31:59Z<p>Mike9322: /* Relevant threads */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/16/bump_24 Hotel info added to wiki]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-16T16:28:26Z<p>Mike9322: /* Lodging Locations */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End. If you want to stay in a cheaper hotel nearer to where I live, there are a bunch of [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=hotels&near=23320&ie=UTF8&ll=36.781792,-76.231041&spn=0.050183,0.080338&z=14&om=1 hotels] in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake, VA, that are about 5 minutes from my place.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-16T16:23:07Z<p>Mike9322: /* Lodging Locations */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
'''Hotels''':<br/><br />
I spoke to a friend of mine who spends a lot of time at the Oceanfront, and she recommended either the [http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORFVHHF-Hilton-Virginia-Beach-Oceanfront-Virginia/index.do;jsessionid=F05AC61C6C8CD01BEF66A5B08532D0EA.etc21?ctyhocn=ORFVHHF&brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=48547162,CGFRKJBF5MG3YCSGBIYM22Q Hilton] or the [http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=RA,MQ,DI,HJ,KG,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=virginia%20beach&stateName=Virginia&state=VA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=10/12&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10/14&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=04942&propBrandId=RA&force_nostay=false Ramada]. Their offseason rates are each in the mid-100 range for oceanfront rooms. Both have bars and many good restaurants within walking distance. At the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay], where my sister stays, every room is a suite and has an ocean view, and you will probably pay around $100 a night.<br />
<br />
Non-oceanfront hotels will be significantly cheaper during the offseason. You may also be able to find cheaper waterfront hotels on the Chesapeake Bay. These hotels will likely be on Shore Drive; the area is known as the North End.<br />
<br />
I will try to answer any specific questions you have, but Google and the various travel sites will probably get you better answers. I don't spend a lot of time in hotels in my own town :)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |Right now doesn't look good|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!...if I don't make it to bunnystock, I'll come down a month or two later to see the Jamestown exhibit.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youngergirl44|<br />
possibility |pretty sure|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |flying & renting a car|<br />
dates |remains to be seen|<br />
comments |I hope I can convince the BF to come with me|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |I'm working on it.|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |Maybe Mike's, maybe the worst hotel in town.|<br />
carpooling |I'd love to fly somewhere and then carpool w/somebody. Otherwise, y'know, plane, train, automobile, something.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Many choices yet to be made. Email me if you want to carpool or share a hotel room or a rental car or something.|<br />
<br />
}}<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-03T10:17:38Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |brujita|<br />
possibility |maybe|<br />
colour |ORANGE|<br />
mechalodging |hotel|<br />
carpooling |train, then renting a car|<br />
dates |hmm...I'm planning to roadtrip VA and WV too|<br />
comments |hope I can make it!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHEN DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-03T00:06:45Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'm taking Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T23:24:56Z<p>Mike9322: /* Transportation */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Alternatively, Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T23:24:41Z<p>Mike9322: /* Transportation */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
People intending to fly should fly into Norfolk (ORF). Airtran operates out of Newport News (PHF), which is a bit further away (45 minutes compared to 15), but you may be able to get a cheaper flight.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |gods' willin' & the creek don't rise, I'll be there|<br />
colour |PURPLE|<br />
mechalodging |either with Mike or at a cheap, cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |Anyone need a ride from points south?|<br />
dates |Probably get there Friday afternoon|<br />
comments |w0ot!!1!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |barring any tragedy, i'm there!|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |i'll be coming with my sleeping bag|<br />
carpooling |need ride from either nyc or i can chinatown bus it to dc and go from there|<br />
dates |in for the duration, i think.|<br />
comments |yay!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Safetyfork|<br />
possibility |Has high hopes to attend|<br />
colour |black|<br />
mechalodging |Hotel? Will have to be cheap.|<br />
carpooling |I have a driver's license but no car. The bus is what I'm thinking at the moment.|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |GO NUTS! That about sums it up really.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |RED|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/MeetupsMeetups2007-07-02T19:21:39Z<p>Mike9322: /* Upcoming Mecha meetups */</p>
<hr />
<div>== Upcoming Mecha meetups ==<br />
<br />
'''San Francisco''': Friday, June 15, featuring Mullacc! Location: Eddie Rickenbackers, on 2nd between Mission and Howard.<br />
<br />
'''San Francisco''': Wednesday, June 20, featuring Gaspode! Location: Specs, 12 Adler St (@ Columbus near Broadway). Time: 6.30.<br />
<br />
'''Virginia Beach''': Weekend of October 12. [[Bunnystock II]]!<br />
<br />
== Meetups from the past ==<br />
'''Chicago Meetups'''<br />
* 2007-04-28 Monk's Pub: Lake Street, just west of Wells. 5ish. Try to score the front room!<br />
* 2007-02-22 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/26117,0,163466.venue Billy Goat Tavern] Threads: [http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/02/12/chicagoland_meetup 1] [http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/02/05/p20078 2] [http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/02/20/chicago_meetup_reminder_thursday_7_00_p_ 3] [http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/02/23/photos_from_last_night_s_chicago_mecha_m 4] Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/72157594552254981/ me3dia]<br />
* 2006-07-07 at 6pm, [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/28802,0,1605261.venue Hopleaf]. Thread: [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/06/21/p12244 1]<br />
* 2006-04-19 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/44116,0,229001.venue Monk's]: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/72057594111934818/ me3dia] [http://www.getdown.org/ben/gallery2/v/2006-Apr-MeFiMeetup/ rbs]. Various threads, before and after: [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/19/reminder_1 1] [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/19/chicago_mefi_mecha_me_tup_photos 2] [http://metatalk.metafilter.com/mefi/11606 3] [http://metatalk.metafilter.com/mefi/11715 4] <br />
* 2006-01-05 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/26117,0,163466.venue Billy Goat Tavern]: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/frisbeegirl/sets/1772391/ Frisbee Girl] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/1770613/ me3dia]<br />
* 2005-11-21 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/26117,0,163466.venue Billy Goat Tavern]: Pictures by [http://flickr.com/photos/goatdog/sets/1428052/ goatdog] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/1425601/ me3dia] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/37928881@N00/sets/1483712/ mudpuppie] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/sisterhavana/sets/1770017/ SisterHavana]<br />
* 2005-08-10 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/28802,0,1605261.venue Hopleaf]: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/nadablog/sets/734891/ KevinSkomsvold]<br />
* 2005-06-02 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/28498,0,2391704.venue The Gingerman]: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/nadablog/sets/411463/ KevinSkomsvold] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/410753/ me3dia] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/oligopistos/sets/409888/ oligopistos]<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Las Vegas Meetups'''<br />
* [[Las Vegas Meetup]]: September 22-24 2006<br />
*2006-04-24: [http://www.flickr.com/photos/keanuvisionary/tags/april23/ Phone pix] by krix and saf<br />
<br />
'''Portland, OR Meetups'''<br />
* [[Portland, Oregon Meetup]] : October 28 2006<br />
* [[Portland, Oregon Mini Meetup]] : October 20 2006<br />
* 2006-06-03: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72157594156388446/ matildaben], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/rebareba/sets/72157594154768782/ yodelingisfun]<br />
* 2006-02-18: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594067419663/ matildaben], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/mudpuppie/sets/72057594074905324/ mudpuppie]<br />
* 2005-11-12: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/1546272/ matildaben]<br />
<br />
'''San Francisco Meetups'''<br />
* 2006-06-17: Thread: [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/05/08/p10429 1]<br />
* 2006-03-12: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594081611942/ matildaben]<br />
<br />
'''Seattle Meetups'''<br />
* 2006-04-29: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594120892128/ matildaben], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/mudpuppie/sets/72057594125031948/ mudpuppie], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/pieisexactlythree/sets/72057594123849027/ pieisexactlythree]<br />
* 2006-03-22: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594088621827/ matildaben]<br />
<br />
'''Asheville, NC Meetups'''<br />
* 2006-08-04 through 2006-08-06: [http://www.flickr.com/groups/bunnystock/ Bunnystock] ([http://www.flickr.com/photos/tags/bunnystock/ more here]) <br />
* [[Asheville Meetup]] Wiki Page<br />
<br />
'''UK Meetups'''<br />
* 2007-06-05, 4pm-7:30pm if you want to meet seanyboy, 7:30pm onwards if you just want to get plastered with chrismear. At [http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/86/865/Salisbury/Strand The Salisbury, St Martin's Lane]. [http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/04/more_london_meetup_shenanigans_on_tuesda The thread.]<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Other Meetups'''<br />
<br />
* DC Meetup pincic: Saturday, May 19, 1pm, north-east corner of Lincoln Park, 13th and East Capitol, NE. Bring your own food, drinks, kids, dogs, bocce, croquet, etc. In case of rain, stay home.<br />
* [[Princeton, New Jersey Meetup]] : October 1 2006</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T19:14:35Z<p>Mike9322: /* Lodging Locations */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. I also have a couch whose most comfortable days are behind it, but is serviceable. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero (and Stynxno)|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car with gaspode and mr. g!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |pretty much definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |will probably hotel it|<br />
carpooling |rental car with tps/stynxno?|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |bringing mr gaspode|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T18:00:15Z<p>Mike9322: /* Lodging Locations */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. There'd probably be room for another air mattress or two if you've got 'em. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |Dano Stuporstar|<br />
possibility |A hair shy of definite|<br />
colour |purple|<br />
mechalodging |the floor, the beach, or my car|<br />
carpooling |driving, got room for more|<br />
dates |dunno|<br />
comments |Oliebollen!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T17:43:56Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |At mike's house!|<br />
carpooling |Rental Car!|<br />
dates |TBD|<br />
comments |Might have to bring laptop and sneak in work|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T17:30:05Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night (10/11)|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T17:26:23Z<p>Mike9322: /* Relevant threads */</p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_the_wiki The thread announcing the wiki page]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T17:21:53Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
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<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |YOUR NAME|<br />
possibility |YOUR POTENTIAL ATTENDANCE|<br />
colour |GREEN|<br />
mechalodging |WHERE ARE YOU STAYING?|<br />
carpooling |HOW ARE YOU GETTING THERE?|<br />
dates |WHICH DATES DO YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE?|<br />
comments |GO NUTS!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Bunnystock_IIBunnystock II2007-07-02T17:19:31Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
<hr />
<div>[[Asheville_Meetup|Bunnystock]] (Asheville, NC in August 2006) was an enormously fun and successful mega-meetup of bunnies. During that weekend, it was decided that [[user:mike9322|mike9322]] would organize, plan, and host '''Bunnystock II: The Deadening'''. The initial planning stages are complete, and it was decided that the event will be occurring the weekend of '''October 12, 2007''', in '''Virginia Beach, VA'''.<br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/28/bunnystock_ii_the_deadening Initial interest thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/06/29/bunnystock_ii_planning_thread mike9322 begins the overthinking process]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bumpystock mike9322 descends into madness while trying to please everyone; the masses smack him around and talk him down]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/07/02/bunnystock_ii_ignore_me mike9322 comes to his senses and just picks a damn date already]<br />
<br />
==Host==<br />
[[user:mike9322|mike9322]] is your fearless host.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
'''mike9322''': Anyone can stay with me. I have a three bedroom apartment which is 20-25 minutes from the oceanfront. I have a queen bed, a queen air mattress, and a twin in my daughter's room. If any couples are coming, I'll sleep in my daughter's bed and a couple can have my bed. It's really squeaky so everyone will know if you do it. Otherwise, if you want to stay with me, plan on bringing sleeping bags and pillows. I have two bathrooms and plenty of bath towels (but you should bring your own beach towels).<br />
<br />
If you want to stay on the beach either for privacy or convenience to the ocean, let me know and I will begin researching hotels. However, since I've never actually stayed in a hotel in my own town, you could probably find the same information I would. Post your findings here. (My sister likes to stay on the beach and stays at the [http://www.vbeach.com/hotels/barclay/index.html Barclay] when she comes to visit, but I don't know how it compares to others in the area.)<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
We have multiple potential attendees from the NYC area, and possibly several from the DC Metro area. Post here if you want to work out a carpool.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
The beach. Duh.<br />
<br />
More activities to follow as I come up with them, but, honestly, if the weather holds out, I imagine we'll probably be at the beach most of the time. There are of course a wide variety of good restaurants in the area. I'll procure a grill so we can eat at home as much as possible if that's what people would prefer.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''Bunny'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mike's/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live here!|<br />
carpooling |Happy to drive anyone around once you're here|<br />
dates |I'll probably take Friday off so people can show up as early as Thursday night|<br />
comments |Meetup? Cameras? Beach? Oy, it's time to work out.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{VB|<br />
username |your name|<br />
possibility |your potential attendance|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |where are you staying?|<br />
carpooling |how are you getting there?|<br />
dates |which dates do you expect to arrive and leave?|<br />
comments |go nuts!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Template:VBTemplate:VB2007-07-02T16:47:44Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>Some of our members also have cameras. Check us out. Alphabetized for your protection.<br />
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*http://www.flickr.com/photos/kdmullen/<br />
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|black8 ||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/stacius/<br />
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|BoringPostcards ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/3dhighway/<br />
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|brainwidth ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/brainwidth/<br />
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|box ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/kookbox/<br />
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|Capn ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/thecapn/<br />
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|casarkos ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/ilaneri/<br />
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|chrismear ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/chrismear/<br />
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|CitrusFreak12 ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/citrusfreak12/<br />
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|cmonkey ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/cmonkey/<br />
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|cortex ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/jesus-h-shatner/<br />
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|danf||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/danf/<br />
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|deborah ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/silverbees/<br />
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|dg ||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/d-g/<br />
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|dhruva ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/dinrao/<br />
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|dodgygeezer ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/dodgygeezer/<br />
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|eamondaly ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/eamondaly/<br />
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|edgeways ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/edgeways/<br />
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|eekacat ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/eekacat/<br />
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|essexjan ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/essexjan/<br />
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|fenriq ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/johnnyhuh/<br />
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|fluffy battle kitten ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/maggief/<br />
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|Frisbee Girl||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/frisbeegirl/<br />
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|gaspode ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/gaspode/<br />
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|goatdog||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/goatdog/<br />
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|grabbingsand||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/grabbingsand/<br />
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|greycap||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/greycap/<br />
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|halonine||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/halonine/<br />
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|hellbient||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/gauzem/<br />
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|iconomy||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/14385184@N00//<br />
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|initapplette||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/initapplette/<br />
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|interrobang ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/johnralston/<br />
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|krix||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/keanuvisionary/<br />
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|Lola_G||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/lolagrayson/<br />
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|loquacious||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/loquacious_chaosbit/<br />
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|matildaben||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/<br />
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|me3dia||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/<br />
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|MightyNez ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/mightynez/<br />
|-<br />
|mike9322||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikepmelton/<br />
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|mlis||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/67315266@N00/<br />
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|moonbird||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/moonbird/<br />
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|muddgirl||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/muddgirl/<br />
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|mullacc||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/mullacc/<br />
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|mygothlaundry||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/flisspix/<br />
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|nomis||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/sibaby/<br />
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|omiewise||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/87664153@N00/<br />
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|planetkyoto||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/kyoto/<br />
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|plinth||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/_plinth_/<br />
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|panoptican||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/flannelmouthed/<br />
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|pieisexactlythree||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/pieisexactlythree/<br />
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|rebirtha ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/rebirtha/<br />
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|reflecked||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/reflecked/<br />
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|redvixen||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/redvixen/<br />
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|richat ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/richat/<br />
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|safetyfork ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/safetyfork/<br />
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|SassHat ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/sasshat/<br />
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|sciurus ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/sciurus/<br />
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|seanyboy ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanyboy/<br />
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|selfnoise ||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/selfnoise/<br />
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|sisterhavana ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/sisterhavana/<br />
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|Specklet ||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/specklet/<br />
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|sveskemus ||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/mikkelwinther/<br />
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|terrapin ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/rickscully/<br />
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|TheDonF ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/fstorr/<br />
|-<br />
|tommasz ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/tommasz/<br />
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|tr33hggr ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/75526568@N00/<br />
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|Wedge||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/wedge<br />
|-<br />
|weretable and the undead chairs||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/weretable/<br />
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|wimpdork||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/wimpdork/<br />
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|WolfDaddy||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/wolfdaddy/<br />
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|youngergirl44||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/youngergirl44/</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/MeetupsMeetups2006-08-08T13:31:41Z<p>Mike9322: /* Meetups from the past */</p>
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<div>== Upcoming Mecha meetups ==<br />
* Chicago Meetup: 2006-07-07 at 6pm, [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/28802,0,1605261.venue Hopleaf]. Thread: [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/06/21/p12244 1]<br />
* [[Asheville Meetup]]: August 4/6 2006<br />
* [[Las Vegas Meetup]]: September 22-24 2006<br />
<br />
== Meetups from the past ==<br />
'''Chicago Meetups'''<br />
* 2006-04-19 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/44116,0,229001.venue Monk's]: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/72057594111934818/ me3dia] [http://www.getdown.org/ben/gallery2/v/2006-Apr-MeFiMeetup/ rbs]. Various threads, before and after: [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/19/reminder_1 1] [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/19/chicago_mefi_mecha_me_tup_photos 2] [http://metatalk.metafilter.com/mefi/11606 3] [http://metatalk.metafilter.com/mefi/11715 4] <br />
* 2006-01-05 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/26117,0,163466.venue Billy Goat Tavern]: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/frisbeegirl/sets/1772391/ Frisbee Girl] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/1770613/ me3dia]<br />
* 2005-11-21 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/26117,0,163466.venue Billy Goat Tavern]: Pictures by [http://flickr.com/photos/goatdog/sets/1428052/ goatdog] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/1425601/ me3dia] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/37928881@N00/sets/1483712/ mudpuppie] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/sisterhavana/sets/1770017/ SisterHavana]<br />
* 2005-08-10 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/28802,0,1605261.venue Hopleaf]: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/nadablog/sets/734891/ KevinSkomsvold]<br />
* 2005-06-02 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/28498,0,2391704.venue The Gingerman]: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/nadablog/sets/411463/ KevinSkomsvold] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/410753/ me3dia] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/oligopistos/sets/409888/ oligopistos]<br />
<br />
'''Las Vegas Meetups'''<br />
*2006-04-24: [http://www.flickr.com/photos/keanuvisionary/tags/april23/ Phone pix] by krix and saf<br />
<br />
'''Portland, OR Meetups'''<br />
* 2006-06-03: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72157594156388446/ matildaben], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/rebareba/sets/72157594154768782/ yodelingisfun]<br />
* 2006-02-18: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594067419663/ matildaben], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/mudpuppie/sets/72057594074905324/ mudpuppie]<br />
* 2005-11-12: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/1546272/ matildaben]<br />
<br />
'''San Francisco Meetups'''<br />
* 2006-06-17: Thread: [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/05/08/p10429 1]<br />
* 2006-03-12: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594081611942/ matildaben]<br />
<br />
'''Seattle Meetups'''<br />
* 2006-04-29: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594120892128/ matildaben], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/mudpuppie/sets/72057594125031948/ mudpuppie], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/pieisexactlythree/sets/72057594123849027/ pieisexactlythree]<br />
* 2006-03-22: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594088621827/ matildaben]<br />
<br />
'''Asheville, NC Meetups'''<br />
* August 2006: [http://www.flickr.com/groups/bunnystock/ Bunnystock] ([http://www.flickr.com/photos/tags/bunnystock/ more here])</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Las_Vegas_MeetupLas Vegas Meetup2006-07-31T18:49:11Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
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<div>This page is your all-in-one convenient information center for the Las Vegas Mega Meetup currently planned for the weekend of September 23, 2006. <br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/15/vegas_mega_meetup Drumming up interest]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/26/nationwide_metachat_meetup Agro wonders why mike is so lazy]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/26/vegas_mega_meetup_1 Follow-up #1]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/28/more_all_north_america_mechat_vegas_meet TrishaLynn updates the wiki!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/28/more_all_north_america_mechat_vegas_meet TrishaLynn sweetens the deal!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/03/major_vegas_meetup_wiki_update Mike updates the wiki. NOW WITH COLOR CODING!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/06/26/vegas_megameetup_the_good_the_bad_and_th TrishaLynn has to bow out]<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
<br />
[http://www.randsinrepose.com/archives/2002/05/01/rands_vegas_system_prelude.html The Rands Vegas System.] Required reading.<br />
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==The details so far==<br />
*There is currently no one organizing rooms for Mecha Vegas.<br />
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==Attendees==<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |essexjan|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Staying at the Barbary Coast|<br />
dates |9/19-9/26|<br />
comments |<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |ikkyu2|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |krix & saf|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |residents -unfortunately cannot help with lodging, but will assist in other fashions|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |mischief|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I live within minutes of the Strip and I can accomdate one or two people who want to crash on the floor (or a really uncomfortable couch). Plus I snore. Loud. The upstairs neighbors beat on the floor. I wear industrial strength ear plugs. Anyway, it's free and you get what you pay for. mischief@mail.ru|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |scarabic|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |wouldn't miss this. I have no talents or resources to offer, though.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |Specklet|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Need cash bad.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |Triode|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I'm the polar opposite of Joe in [http://207.70.82.73/pages/descriptions/03/233.html 'Act Two']<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |Orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates |Whenever there is housing|<br />
comments |Woooo! I'm excited!.}}<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |agropyron & Diva Despina|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will need to secure whuffles<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |croctommy|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |depends upon time and money; also, I snore horribly...am willing to sleep in a big, sound-proofed closet.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |DaShiv|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates |flexible|<br />
comments |Someone has to bring the cameras.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |halonine|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates |9/23-9/24|<br />
comments |Will need money and I am attending a wedding that month but don't know when.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Want to see Penn & Teller.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |me3dia|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will need enouragement<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |mudpuppie|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |needs money<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |mullacc|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Vegas, baby, vegas.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |scody|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will hopefully not be escorted away by security from any establishment for any reason<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |warbaby|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |have bar will travel<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |YouCanCallMeAl|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |have bar will travel<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |It's unlikely that I'll make it, but keep me in the loop.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I've been known to spontaneously change my mind from time to time. Should I go, I'll get my own room. With a well stocked bar and a jacuzzi pre-stocked with hookers and a floating slot machine.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |deborah|<br />
possibility |Not Going To Happen|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Too many other things happening at the same time. I'll be sorry to miss y'all!<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |ethylene|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |though, i only make longshot bets<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |lunaticfringe|<br />
possibility |long-shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |depends on many things including: financial status, work status, dates and whether or not sciurus goes.<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |sciurus|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |WolfDaddy|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I'm in a friend's wedding in Tahoe, and if he decides to get married this year, it's going to be in September. And I think he's going to decide to get married this year.<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Asheville_MeetupAsheville Meetup2006-07-25T20:00:47Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
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<div>==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133569 it gets raised in Dano's welcome back thread]<br />
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[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/asheville_national_meetup_a_k_a_bunnysto First Official Discussion Thread]<br />
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[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/14/moonbird_and_mygothlaundry_say_ahoy_mate Nailing down the dates]<br />
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[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/18/summer_too_far_away#c140803 Date Nailed?]<br />
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[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/05/15/so_we_re_in_asheville Get Your Lodging]<br />
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[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/05/30/p11268#more11268 Shirts 'n' swag]<br />
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[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/07/10/bunnystock_updated Getting closer to the time!]<br />
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==Dates: August 4-6==<br />
Host's choice: <br />
* <strike>July 21-23</strike><br />
Alternates: <br />
* <strike>July 28-30</strike><br />
* <b>August 4-6</b><br />
That's it, the final and absolute date which is happening, that's the weekend, those are the dates. Yeah! - - - mygothlaundry (who is too much of a wikidiot to figure out how to make her editing name blue and cool stuff like that)<br />
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==Hosts==<br />
mygothlaundry and moonbird are in residence.<br />
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==Lodging Locations==<br />
Camping on mygothlaundry's property or sleeping on mygothlaundry's couch (sleeps two) or in one of the extra bedrooms since the kids can easily be kicked out for the weekend. We can accomodate 6 people besides mygothlaundry inside if somebody sleeps with mygothlaundry. ;-) If not, then 5. Room for several tents out back. <br />
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Also, Chateau Moonbird is available for your flopping ''plaisir''. <br />
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[http://www.mtinnasheville.homestead.com/ The Mountaineer Inn]<br />
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[http://www.exploreasheville.com/accommodations.asp Lodging Section of the Official Asheville Tourism Site]<br />
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Nearby Asheville Motels<br />
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Asheville is a tourist town through and through: there are literally hundreds of motels. I can’t list them all, but googling Asheville + motel will turn up a lot. If in doubt, email me. <br />
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I live in West Asheville; Moonbird lives on the west side of downtown. We’re both very close to downtown; we’re more or less across the river from each other. You don’t want a motel that says West Asheville, though, because they’re actually all basically in Candler. I’m much closer to downtown than I am to Candler and in fact I’m probably a bit closer to South Asheville than to Candler too. Tunnel Road is not that far away either – look for the low numbers, not the high numbers. Anything that says convenient to downtown is also pretty much convenient to me, but of course they lie like rugs. <br />
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Exception to the above: In West Asheville there is the Rockola. The Rockola, well, rocks, at least from the outside. I have never been inside. If you are into vintage in a big way, go to the Rockola. 1655 Patton Ave. 252-1901. The other vintage treasure is the Mountaineer Inn, 155 Tunnel Road, 254-5331. I have heard that it’s actually really nice. Neither of these is as convenient as the downtown ones listed below, but they’re not that bad either. <br />
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Links of interest: http://www.ashevillebba.com/ for those of you who want a B&B, Asheville Bed & Breakfast Association – there are a lot of nice ones in and around downtown. <br />
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For the wealthy and/or those who wish to splurge wildly and live well:<br />
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Grove Park Inn<br />
The ne plus ultra of elegance, style and comfort. World class spa. Fabulous overpriced bar. Not quite so fabulous yet equally overpriced food. Views to die for. Ghost in ballroom. <br />
http://www.groveparkinn.com/<br />
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Haywood Park Hotel (this is in the center of downtown, has a very good bar & restaurant attached, all the rock stars stay here. Couldn’t be more convenient or expensive.) http://www.haywoodpark.com/<br />
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The following more reasonably priced downtown motels are listed in order of convenience.<br />
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Days Inn Downtown<br />
120 Patton Ave.<br />
254-9661 <br />
Pros: Wildly convenient, totally close to everything cool downtown, cheap<br />
Cons: Skanky, Gross, Slightly Scary<br />
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Best Western Downtown<br />
22 Woodfin St.<br />
253-1851<br />
Pros: Relatively convenient<br />
Cons: Not all that convenient, seems to be perpetually under construction<br />
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Renaissance Downtown<br />
1 Thomas Wolfe Plaza<br />
252-8211<br />
Pros: Nice, fancy, creepy bar in lobby, chance to crash wedding receptions<br />
Cons: Across the street from the Best Western but twice the money.<br />
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If in doubt, email me and I will attempt to respond ASAP.<br />
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==Transportation==<br />
Some East Coasters have raised the possiblity of a [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133621 carpool], from either the Balto/DC area or the NYC area. <br />
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Expedia suggests alternate airports as Greenville (GSP-41 mi), Tri-City (TRI-72 mi), Knoxville (TYS-86 mi), and Charlotte (CLT-91 mi). (Any comments on the goodness/badness of any of these alternatives?) MGL sez: Greenville/Spartanburg is by far the closest & the easiest drive - like an hour, really pretty - and very often it's a LOT cheaper than Asheville, so be sure to check it.<br />
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==Activities==<br />
omiewise has [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133581 suggested rafting]. Probably for free, if the time is right I can borrow a raft, and I've guided the river plenty. This also depends on rain. If it's too dry it isn't fun.<br />
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[http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=mozclient&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&q=french+broad+rafting Google Links] for rafting on the French Broad river.<br />
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If we went rafting we could also go to Hot Springs for a soak, it probably is not too expensive to rent a tub. (Update: it's about 15-20 per hour, BYOB, clothing optional).<br />
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A trip to Salsa restaurant for lunch! (Hector's place is still open, right? It's been two years since I went.) Update: Yes, still open. So many new groovy places, too.<br />
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I, Moonbird, also suggest a kickball tourney, hiking, debauching and dancing. I will take those interested for waterfall hunting and to the Biltmore E$state (I've got a year pass and usually can swing some kinda discount).<br />
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The following was an AskMe answer, so forgive the wacky HTML. Anyway, links to activities in & around our fair city. ALSO, ALERT!!! TOM WAITS IS PLAYING AT THE ASHEVILLE CIVIC CENTER ON AUGUST 2!! TICKETS GO ON SALE ON JULY 14 ONLINE OR BY PHONE ONLY!!! <br />
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1. <a href="http://www.localhikes.com/MSA/MSA_0480.asp">Hiking. </a>It's <a href="http://www.ncwaterfalls.com/">gorgeous</a> here. Pisgah National Forest is all around; about a half hour drive takes you to the main entrance near Brevard. The hike up to John Rock or Looking Glass Rock is spectacular. Or you can pay money & do <a href="http://www.chimneyrockpark.com/">Chimney Rock</a>, which is right near<a href="http://www.lakelure.com/"> Lake Lure</a> and you can go swimming afterwards. Not up for hiking? <a href="http://www.virtualblueridge.com/">Drive.</a><br />
2. <a href="http://www.noc.com/">Rafting, canoeing, kayaking</a>. We're a center for river sports.<br />
3. <a href="http://www.airasheville.org/">Food. </a>Lots and lots of great restaurants downtown. Wander around downtown. It's safe, and on Friday and some Saturday nights, there's always a big drum circle in Pritchard Park. <br />
4.<a href="http://www.frenchbroadbrewery.com/"> Beer.</a> <a href="http://www.highlandbrewing.com/links.htm">Asheville</a> is <a href="http://www.jackofthewood.com/">blessed</a> by four <a href="http://www.ashevillepizza.com/">microbreweries</a> and a <a href="http://www.mountainx.com/clubland/">plethora of good bars</a> for all age groups. <br />
5. Live music. Everywhere, all the time. Check out the <a href="http://www.theorangepeel.net/">Orange Peel</a>, <a href="http://www.thegreyeagle.com/">the Gray Eagle</a>, Jack of the Wood, the <a href="http://www.westvillepub.com/">Westville Pub</a> for their schedules. Jack is famed for jam sessions; you'd be amazed at who might show up for the Thursday night bluegrass jams. Summer Saturday nights is <a href="http://www.folkheritage.org/shindigonthegreen.htm">Shindig on the Green, </a>which shouldn't be missed. <br />
6. Art. <a href="http://www.ashevilledowntowngalleries.org/">Downtown</a> and the <a href="http://www.riverdistrictartists.com/">River District</a> are full of galleries and there's also the <a href="http://www.ashevilleart.org"> Asheville Art Museum <br />
</a> and the <a href="http://www.blackmountaincollege.org/">Black Mountain College Museum and Art Center. </a><br />
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I drag all out of town visitors up to <a href="http://www.groveparkinn.com/">the Grove Park Inn </a>to see sunset over a wildly overpriced drink on the patio, and the combination of the architecture and the view is just amazing. Also, Fourth of July fireworks? The best place is on top of the Biltmore Parking deck, right by <a href="http://www.packplace.org/">Pack Place.</a><br />
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==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Camping/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |it is my house|<br />
carpooling |No, but I'll drive you around town|<br />
dates |early - mid summer preferred, but anytime really|<br />
comments |Come On Down!! This is Awesome!|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I can accomodate about 3-4, what the hell.|<br />
carpooling |hop in my rod and we'll follow MGL around town|<br />
dates |anytime but the last week in June|<br />
comments |w00t! I'll make the lemonade!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Has dibs on the double bed guest room.|<br />
carpooling |From Atlanta with BoPo|<br />
dates |July 21-23, July 28-30, August 4-6 |<br />
comments ||<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |mlis|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |Yes - NYC metro area|<br />
dates |August 4-6|<br />
comments |shopping in Hickory, NC|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Is willing to sleep with mygothlaundry|<br />
carpooling |With rainbaby! (And dano! And yccma!) Suck it, haters!|<br />
dates |Any of the proposed weekends|<br />
comments |I'm going to end up naked on the internet.|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |motel|<br />
carpooling |matildaben is coming with us- room for one more from ATL|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |omiewise|<br />
possibility |probably not :(|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |tent|<br />
carpooling |yes from Balt/DC|<br />
dates |I would prefer either of the July dates, the earliest works best|<br />
comments |The Aug dates conflict with vaca with my sis & nephews.|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel most likely|<br />
carpooling |No - will have pooches|<br />
dates |can do partial July 22 and 28 weekends. Aug 4 is better|<br />
comments |EEYAY!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |danostuporstar |<br />
possibility |Definate|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |backyard camping sounds great|<br />
carpooling |Squeezin' in with the Richmondites|<br />
dates |Friday-Monday|<br />
comments |!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |affirmative|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |where ever i pass out. i'll come with a sleeping bag and i'm not picky.|<br />
carpooling |yes (can drive from baltimore)|<br />
dates |any time is a good time for mecha time|<br />
comments ||<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |killdevil|<br />
possibility |Quite probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Wherever there is open space. I'll bring my tent and my sleeping bag.|<br />
carpooling |Yes, from Baltimore. I can drive or chip in on gas, whateva|<br />
dates |Summer.|<br />
comments ||<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |agropyron|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |hotel? camping? convince me|<br />
carpooling |might be fun to ride along with someone if they're driving from a city with a more accessible airport than Asheville|<br />
dates |pretty flexible|<br />
comments |Should bunny costumes be mandatory?|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |miko|<br />
possibility |looking better all the time|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes|<br />
dates |Jul 28-30, Aug 4-6|<br />
comments |way into the camping, waterfalling, rafting, hiking, dancing, etc|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |very unlikely|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |The good news is, someone else will be able to sleep on mygothlaundry's fold-out couch.|<br />
carpooling |Do any mecha folks live between Little Rock and Asheville?|<br />
dates |Why, August 4-6, of course.|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |tangerine|<br />
possibility |conceivable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |would probably stay with my radiantly beautiful cousin|<br />
carpooling |Maybe from some airport.|<br />
dates |I'm flexible.|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |taz|<br />
possibility |remotely possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |no idea|<br />
carpooling |dunno|<br />
dates |summer|<br />
comments |mr. may be away working all summer, so I might visit the states for a while, and ''maybe''...|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |definate|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Mountaineer Inn|<br />
carpooling |in style with Cabana Boy!|<br />
dates | |<br />
comments | |<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |Lola_G|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Unsure|<br />
carpooling |interested|<br />
dates |Any but August is probably best|<br />
comments |Parents live in Butler, TN and I am hoping to get down there this summer. Maybe I can coordinate it so I can do both. If so, I will keep NYCers apprised of my plans in case carpooling is possible. |<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |mullacc|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |I'd get a hotel room if I came.|<br />
carpooling |Interested?|<br />
dates |Aug 4-6 is fine|<br />
comments |I'm possibly interested in carpooling from NYC if it sounds like a fun roadtrip kinda thing. Otherwise, I'll fly.|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Asheville_MeetupAsheville Meetup2006-06-26T21:01:29Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133569 it gets raised in Dano's welcome back thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/asheville_national_meetup_a_k_a_bunnysto First Official Discussion Thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/14/moonbird_and_mygothlaundry_say_ahoy_mate Nailing down the dates]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/18/summer_too_far_away#c140803 Date Nailed?]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/05/15/so_we_re_in_asheville Get Your Lodging]<br />
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[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/05/30/p11268#more11268 Shirts 'n' swag]<br />
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==Dates: August 4-6==<br />
Host's choice: <br />
* <strike>July 21-23</strike><br />
Alternates: <br />
* <strike>July 28-30</strike><br />
* <b>August 4-6</b><br />
That's it, the final and absolute date which is happening, that's the weekend, those are the dates. Yeah! - - - mygothlaundry (who is too much of a wikidiot to figure out how to make her editing name blue and cool stuff like that)<br />
<br />
==Hosts==<br />
mygothlaundry and moonbird are in residence.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
Camping on mygothlaundry's property or sleeping on mygothlaundry's couch (sleeps two) or in one of the extra bedrooms since the kids can easily be kicked out for the weekend. We can accomodate 6 people besides mygothlaundry inside if somebody sleeps with mygothlaundry. ;-) If not, then 5. Room for several tents out back. <br />
<br />
Also, Chateau Moonbird is available for your flopping ''plaisir''. <br />
<br />
[http://www.mtinnasheville.homestead.com/ The Mountaineer Inn]<br />
<br />
<br />
[http://www.exploreasheville.com/accommodations.asp Lodging Section of the Official Asheville Tourism Site]<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
Some East Coasters have raised the possiblity of a [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133621 carpool], from either the Balto/DC area or the NYC area. <br />
<br />
Expedia suggests alternate airports as Greenville (GSP-41 mi), Tri-City (TRI-72 mi), Knoxville (TYS-86 mi), and Charlotte (CLT-91 mi). (Any comments on the goodness/badness of any of these alternatives?) MGL sez: Greenville/Spartanburg is by far the closest & the easiest drive - like an hour, really pretty - and very often it's a LOT cheaper than Asheville, so be sure to check it.<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
omiewise has [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133581 suggested rafting]. Probably for free, if the time is right I can borrow a raft, and I've guided the river plenty. This also depends on rain. If it's too dry it isn't fun.<br />
<br />
[http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=mozclient&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&q=french+broad+rafting Google Links] for rafting on the French Broad river.<br />
<br />
If we went rafting we could also go to Hot Springs for a soak, it probably is not too expensive to rent a tub. (Update: it's about 15-20 per hour, BYOB, clothing optional).<br />
<br />
A trip to Salsa restaurant for lunch! (Hector's place is still open, right? It's been two years since I went.) Update: Yes, still open. So many new groovy places, too.<br />
<br />
I, Moonbird, also suggest a kickball tourney, hiking, debauching and dancing. I will take those interested for waterfall hunting and to the Biltmore E$state (I've got a year pass and usually can swing some kinda discount).<br />
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==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Camping/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |it is my house|<br />
carpooling |No, but I'll drive you around town|<br />
dates |early - mid summer preferred, but anytime really|<br />
comments |Come On Down!! This is Awesome!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I can accomodate about 3-4, what the hell.|<br />
carpooling |hop in my rod and we'll follow MGL around town|<br />
dates |anytime but the last week in June|<br />
comments |w00t! I'll make the lemonade!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Has dibs on the double bed guest room.|<br />
carpooling |From Atlanta with BoPo|<br />
dates |July 21-23, July 28-30, August 4-6 |<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |The wussiest hotel around|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Any time|<br />
comments |Beer!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mlis|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |Yes - NYC metro area|<br />
dates |August 4-6|<br />
comments |shopping in Hickory, NC|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Is willing to sleep with mygothlaundry|<br />
carpooling |With rainbaby! Suck it, haters!|<br />
dates |Any of the proposed weekends|<br />
comments |I'm going to end up naked on the internet.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |camping or cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |matildaben is coming with us- room for one more from ATL|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |partner is hopefully coming along too|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |omiewise|<br />
possibility |probably not :(|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |tent|<br />
carpooling |yes from Balt/DC|<br />
dates |I would prefer either of the July dates, the earliest works best|<br />
comments |The Aug dates conflict with vaca with my sis & nephews.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel most likely|<br />
carpooling |No - will have pooches|<br />
dates |can do partial July 22 and 28 weekends. Aug 4 is better|<br />
comments |EEYAY!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Very Probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |has dibs on the single bed guest room|<br />
carpooling |Yes|<br />
dates |Jul. 28-30 or Aug. 4-6|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |danostuporstar |<br />
possibility |Definate|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |backyard camping sounds great|<br />
carpooling |interested (from DC/MD)|<br />
dates |''slight'' preference for later weekends (aka not 7/22), but mostly what BP said...let's pick the date asap.|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |wens|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel, probably. should I bring my dog?|<br />
carpooling |probably not|<br />
dates |any of the dates are probably fine|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |affirmative|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |where ever i pass out. i'll come with a sleeping bag and i'm not picky.|<br />
carpooling |yes (can drive from baltimore)|<br />
dates |any time is a good time for mecha time|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |killdevil|<br />
possibility |Quite probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Wherever there is open space. I'll bring my tent and my sleeping bag.|<br />
carpooling |Yes, from Baltimore. I can drive or chip in on gas, whateva|<br />
dates |Summer.|<br />
comments ||<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |agropyron|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |hotel? camping? convince me|<br />
carpooling |might be fun to ride along with someone if they're driving from a city with a more accessible airport than Asheville|<br />
dates |pretty flexible|<br />
comments |Should bunny costumes be mandatory?|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |weretable|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates |late summer - fall (only if there is not a U of A home game, must not miss football)|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |miko|<br />
possibility |looking better all the time|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes|<br />
dates |Jul 28-30, Aug 4-6|<br />
comments |way into the camping, waterfalling, rafting, hiking, dancing, etc|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |very probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Dibs on mygothlaundry's fold-out couch.|<br />
carpooling |Do any mecha folks live between Little Rock and Asheville?|<br />
dates |Why, August 4-6, of course.|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |tangerine|<br />
possibility |conceivable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |would probably stay with my radiantly beautiful cousin|<br />
carpooling |Maybe from some airport.|<br />
dates |I'm flexible.|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |taz|<br />
possibility |remotely possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |no idea|<br />
carpooling |dunno|<br />
dates |summer|<br />
comments |mr. may be away working all summer, so I might visit the states for a while, and ''maybe''...|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |definate|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel?|<br />
carpooling |interested|<br />
dates |7 21-23 or 28-30|<br />
comments | |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |Lola_G|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Unsure|<br />
carpooling |interested|<br />
dates |Any but August is probably best|<br />
comments |Parents live in Butler, TN and I am hoping to get down there this summer. Maybe I can coordinate it so I can do both. If so, I will keep NYCers apprised of my plans in case carpooling is possible. |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |I need to sleep indoors|<br />
carpooling |Definitely|<br />
dates |Whenever|<br />
comments |I might be going to Florida for a wedding the week after this. But the date is still up in the air...so it might not happen. Stay tuned! |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mullacc|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |I'd get a hotel room if I came.|<br />
carpooling |Interested?|<br />
dates |Aug 4-6 is fine|<br />
comments |I'm possibly interested in carpooling from NYC if it sounds like a fun roadtrip kinda thing. Otherwise, I'll fly.|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/User:Mike9322User:Mike93222006-05-15T14:04:53Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div><center>http://i1.glitteryourway.com/3/2aae0641f21decbd4b89dada2afc61c8.gif</center><br />
<br />
Mike9322 is a relentlessly self-improving boulangerie owner from Belgium with low grade narcolepsy and a penchant for buggery. He womanizes, he drinks, he makes outrageous claims like he invented the question mark. Sometimes he accuses chestnuts of being lazy: the sort of general malaise that only the genius possess and the insane lament.<br />
<br />
Mike9322 also enjoys spending time <strike>paraphrasing Austin Powers movies</strike> feigning outrage at iconomy's baseless accusations.<br />
<br />
*Goes by the nickname "Hanson" (go ahead and call him that - he likes it!)<br />
<br />
*For the love of all that is sacred, '''DO NOT''' ask Mike 9332 about the ill-fated epoch of Mike9321.<br />
<br />
*Now that he is out of the [http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikepmelton/91804810/ cyborg larval stage], look forward to the release of Mike9323 - coming Fall 2006.<br />
<br />
<br />
'''"Mike9322 eats baby porcupines", said the trusted official and family man.'''<br />
<br />
http://guim.typepad.com/psw350/porcupine-baby.jpg</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/FlickerificFlickerific2006-05-06T19:49:53Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>Some of our members also have cameras. Check us out. Alphabetized for your protection.<br />
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{| {{tables}}<br />
|arse_hat ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/kdmullen/<br />
|-<br />
|brainwidth ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/brainwidth/<br />
|-<br />
|Capn ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/thecapn/<br />
|-<br />
|cmonkey ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/cmonkey/<br />
|-<br />
|danf||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/danf/<br />
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|deborah ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/silverbees/<br />
|-<br />
|dhruva ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/dinrao/<br />
|-<br />
|dodgygeezer ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/dodgygeezer/<br />
|-<br />
|eamondaly ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/eamondaly/<br />
|-<br />
|Frisbee Girl||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/frisbeegirl/<br />
|-<br />
|gaspode ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/gaspode/<br />
|-<br />
|goatdog||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/goatdog/<br />
|-<br />
|hellbient||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/gauzem/<br />
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|interrobang ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/johnralston/<br />
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|matildaben||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/<br />
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|me3dia||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/<br />
|-<br />
|MightyNez ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/mightynez/<br />
|-<br />
|mike9322||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikepmelton/<br />
|-<br />
|mlis||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/67315266@N00/<br />
|-<br />
|moonbird||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/moonbird/<br />
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|muddgirl||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/muddgirl/<br />
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|mudpuppie||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/mudpuppie/<br />
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|nomis||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/sibaby/<br />
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|panoptican||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/flannelmouthed/<br />
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|rebirtha ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/rebirtha/<br />
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|richat ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/richat/<br />
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|SassHat ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/sasshat/<br />
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|sciurus ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/sciurus/<br />
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|seanyboy ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanyboy/<br />
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|selfnoise ||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/selfnoise/<br />
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|sisterhavana ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/sisterhavana/<br />
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|tommasz ||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/tommasz/<br />
|-<br />
|weretable and the undead chairs||<br />
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/weretable/<br />
|-<br />
|WolfDaddy ||<br />
*http://flickr.com/photos/wolfdaddy/<br />
|</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/User:Lipstick_thespianUser:Lipstick thespian2006-05-01T14:19:04Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>Lipstick Thespian was born in a chain bar in Portland on a crappy, windy evening. He didn't know what he was doing there, much less the people he was with, but then he was told what his name was, and it all changed. <br />
<br />
From that point on, he became a titanic force in the world. People came from far and wide to hear him speak, or to see if he could put his pants on correctly. He would usher them in to his gypsy caravan tent to proffer them fresh socks and minty drinks. For this he was given several humanitarian awards by governing agencies. <br />
<br />
Lipstick Thespian has since become a household word across the nation, and his visage adorns many a coffee mug and baseball cap. He's done Letterman, Conan, Oprah and the Smiling Happy Flaming Stick Show in Japan.<br />
<br />
Feel free to dial Lipstick's 1-800 number to book him to come to your town. (Not available where prohibited.)<br />
<br />
On IRC he has occasionally been mistaken for either a genetic female or a transsexual. Or lately, as Ayer Vook. <br />
<br />
It is Lipstick Thespian's greatest wish to have his penis tattoed in the likeness of an elephant. Well, not his greatest wish - the greatest would be to have the money and the body and the guts to have a penis elephant tat properly showcased on his person.<br />
<br />
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/137478012/ LT is awesome.]</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Las_Vegas_MeetupLas Vegas Meetup2006-04-24T22:37:53Z<p>Mike9322: /* The details so far */</p>
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<div>This page is your all-in-one convenient information center for the Las Vegas Mega Meetup currently planned for September. <br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/15/vegas_mega_meetup Drumming up interest]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/26/nationwide_metachat_meetup Agro wonders why mike is so lazy]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/26/vegas_mega_meetup_1 Follow-up #1]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/28/more_all_north_america_mechat_vegas_meet TrishaLynn updates the wiki!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/28/more_all_north_america_mechat_vegas_meet TrishaLynn sweetens the deal!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/03/major_vegas_meetup_wiki_update Mike updates the wiki. NOW WITH COLOR CODING!]<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
<br />
[http://www.randsinrepose.com/archives/2002/05/01/rands_vegas_system_prelude.html The Rands Vegas System.] Required reading.<br />
<br />
==The details so far==<br />
*TrishaLynn's parents have a timeshare on the strip that has been offered for our use. Called the Jockey Club, it's near the corner of Las Vegas Blvd. and Bellagio Dr., right next to the Bellagio.<br />
*The two-bedroom suite is $110/night on Friday and Saturday and $80/night during the week (Sun-Thurs.) and can sleep up to 6 people (2 queen beds, 1 king bed). The less expensive but more cozy alternative is to take a one-bedroom suite at $80/night on the weekend and $60/night on the weekday. It also sleeps up to 6 people (2 queen beds, 1 queen sleeper sofa).<br />
*Hotel tax in Las Vegas is currently 9%. The total for one 2-bedroom suite for a Friday and Saturday night stay would be $239.80. The total for one 1-bedroom suite would be $174.40. Divided between 6 people, each person's share would be $39.97 (~$20 per night) and $29.07 respectively (rounded up to the nearest penny). If additional nights are needed, they can be arranged at your own extra cost.<br />
*Each condo suite comes with the following ameneties: 25" TV, Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, Cable TV, CD Player, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, Electric Can Opener, Full Kitchen, Full Size Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Hair Dryer, Heating, Ironing Board with Iron, Microwave, Oven, Place Settings, Pots & Pans, Stove, Telephone, Toaster, VCR.<br />
*We will be able to reserve more than one room at these rates.<br />
*If guests are arriving on Thursday night, there is a possibility we may be able to get that night for free. If guests are leaving on Monday, there is a possibility we may be able to get Sunday night for free as well.<br />
*The fesitivies will occur the weekend of September 23. This is the weekend following TrishaLynn's birthday, and all respondents thusfar have indicated late September as acceptable. People can come and go as they please, but for meetup purposes, everyone should plan to spend at least Saturday and Sunday in LV. We will determine at a later date exactly which days the timeshare rooms will be booked for.<br />
<br />
Please add your name to the appropriate list below. Since, at the time of this page's publishing, the meetup is still 6 months away, it is assumed that nothing is etched in stone; but the rooms need to be booked no more 60 days in advance and the sooner we have an idea of expected turnout, the better able we will be to plan appropriately. (Also note whether you will be attaining your own accomodations.)<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
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{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mecha Lodging'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comment'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ikkyu2|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |krix & saf|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |residents -unfortunately cannot help with lodging, but will assist in other fashions<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/23-9/26 (tentative)|<br />
comments |Interested in seeing [http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/CirqueDuSoleil/en/showstickets/o/o-Las-Vegas.htm 'O']<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |scarabic|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |wouldn't miss this. I have no talents or resources to offer, though.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |Specklet|<br />
possibility |Almost Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Totally depends on my finacial situation by then.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/21-9/25 (tentative)|<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |TrishaLynn|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |To be R.A. of the women's room, assigning myself to be the hotel liaison because I've done this sort of thing before, ''numerous'' times--and it is ''my parents' '' time share property after all...<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |Triode|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I'm the polar opposite of Joe in [http://207.70.82.73/pages/descriptions/03/233.html 'Act Two']<br />
}}<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |agropyron & Diva Despina|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will need to secure whuffles<br />
}}<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |unlikely|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |asheville looking more my scene<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |halonine|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/23-9/24|<br />
comments |Will need money and I am attending a wedding that month but don't know when.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |me3dia|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will need enouragement<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mudpuppie|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |needs money<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mullacc|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Vegas, baby, vegas.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |postmodernmillie|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |scody|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will hopefully not be escorted away by security from any establishment for any reason<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |warbaby|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |have bar will travel<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |YouCanCallMeAl|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |have bar will travel<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |It's unlikely that I'll make it, but keep me in the loop.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I've been known to spontaneously change my mind from time to time. Should I go, I'll get my own room. With a well stocked bar and a jacuzzi pre-stocked with hookers and a floating slot machine.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |deborah|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Depends|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |The mister is taking three weeks holidays with the last day being September 25. It's possible he could take more time. If both of us are coming, we would probably drive and get our our room. If it's just me, I'll fly in. I'm not sure about lodging or transportation once I'm there.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |essexjan|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates |9/20-9/27|<br />
comments |I've a friend works at the Nugget should be able to get me a cheap room, if the flight isn't too expensive<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ethylene|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |though, i only make longshot bets<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |sciurus|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |WolfDaddy|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I'm in a friend's wedding in Tahoe, and if he decides to get married this year, it's going to be in September. And I think he's going to decide to get married this year.<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Talk:Las_Vegas_MeetupTalk:Las Vegas Meetup2006-04-24T22:36:29Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>So, any idea what the actual date is going to be yet? --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 17:51, 24 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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Yeah, it's definitely the weekend of Sept 23. Yet to be determined is which days (besides Friday and Saturday nights) exactly the timeshare rooms will be reserved. We'll have to wait to get a more exact committment level from people. Looking at mid-July to start narrowing down. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 22:36, 24 April 2006 (UTC)</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Talk:Las_Vegas_MeetupTalk:Las Vegas Meetup2006-04-24T22:36:10Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>So, any idea what the actual date is going to be yet? --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 17:51, 24 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
Yeah, it's definitely the weekend of Sept 23. Yet to be determined is which days exactly the timeshare rooms will be reserved. We'll have to wait to get a more exact committment level from people. Looking at mid-July to start narrowing down. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 22:36, 24 April 2006 (UTC)</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Las_Vegas_MeetupLas Vegas Meetup2006-04-24T22:34:57Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
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<div>This page is your all-in-one convenient information center for the Las Vegas Mega Meetup currently planned for September. <br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/15/vegas_mega_meetup Drumming up interest]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/26/nationwide_metachat_meetup Agro wonders why mike is so lazy]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/26/vegas_mega_meetup_1 Follow-up #1]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/28/more_all_north_america_mechat_vegas_meet TrishaLynn updates the wiki!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/28/more_all_north_america_mechat_vegas_meet TrishaLynn sweetens the deal!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/03/major_vegas_meetup_wiki_update Mike updates the wiki. NOW WITH COLOR CODING!]<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
<br />
[http://www.randsinrepose.com/archives/2002/05/01/rands_vegas_system_prelude.html The Rands Vegas System.] Required reading.<br />
<br />
==The details so far==<br />
*TrishaLynn's parents have a timeshare on the strip that has been offered for our use. Called the Jockey Club, it's near the corner of Las Vegas Blvd. and Bellagio Dr., right next to the Bellagio.<br />
*The two-bedroom suite is $110/night on Friday and Saturday and $80/night during the week (Sun-Thurs.) and can sleep up to 6 people (2 queen beds, 1 king bed). The less expensive but more cozy alternative is to take a one-bedroom suite at $80/night on the weekend and $60/night on the weekday. It also sleeps up to 6 people (2 queen beds, 1 queen sleeper sofa).<br />
*Hotel tax in Las Vegas is currently 9%. The total for one 2-bedroom suite for a Friday and Saturday night stay would be $239.80. The total for one 1-bedroom suite would be $174.40. Divided between 6 people, each person's share would be $39.97 (~$20 per night) and $29.07 respectively (rounded up to the nearest penny). If additional nights are needed, they can be arranged at your own extra cost.<br />
*Each condo suite comes with the following ameneties: 25" TV, Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, Cable TV, CD Player, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, Electric Can Opener, Full Kitchen, Full Size Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Hair Dryer, Heating, Ironing Board with Iron, Microwave, Oven, Place Settings, Pots & Pans, Stove, Telephone, Toaster, VCR.<br />
*We will be able to reserve more than one room at these rates.<br />
*If guests are arriving on Thursday night, there is a possibility we may be able to get that night for free. If guests are leaving on Monday, there is a possibility we may be able to get Sunday night for free as well.<br />
*The tentative date is the weekend of September 23. This is the weekend following TrishaLynn's birthday, and all respondents thusfar have indicated late September as acceptable. People can come and go as they please, but for meetup purposes, everyone should plan to spend at least Saturday and Sunday in LV.<br />
<br />
Please add your name to the appropriate list below. Since, at the time of this page's publishing, the meetup is still 6 months away, it is assumed that nothing is etched in stone; but the rooms need to be booked no more 60 days in advance and the sooner we have an idea of expected turnout, the better able we will be to plan appropriately. (Also note whether you will be attaining your own accomodations.)<br />
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<br />
==Attendees==<br />
<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mecha Lodging'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comment'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ikkyu2|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |krix & saf|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |residents -unfortunately cannot help with lodging, but will assist in other fashions<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/23-9/26 (tentative)|<br />
comments |Interested in seeing [http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/CirqueDuSoleil/en/showstickets/o/o-Las-Vegas.htm 'O']<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |scarabic|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |wouldn't miss this. I have no talents or resources to offer, though.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |Specklet|<br />
possibility |Almost Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Totally depends on my finacial situation by then.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/21-9/25 (tentative)|<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |TrishaLynn|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |To be R.A. of the women's room, assigning myself to be the hotel liaison because I've done this sort of thing before, ''numerous'' times--and it is ''my parents' '' time share property after all...<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |Triode|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I'm the polar opposite of Joe in [http://207.70.82.73/pages/descriptions/03/233.html 'Act Two']<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |agropyron & Diva Despina|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will need to secure whuffles<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |unlikely|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |asheville looking more my scene<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |halonine|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/23-9/24|<br />
comments |Will need money and I am attending a wedding that month but don't know when.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |me3dia|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will need enouragement<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mudpuppie|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |needs money<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mullacc|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Vegas, baby, vegas.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |postmodernmillie|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |scody|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will hopefully not be escorted away by security from any establishment for any reason<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |warbaby|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |have bar will travel<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |YouCanCallMeAl|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |have bar will travel<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |It's unlikely that I'll make it, but keep me in the loop.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I've been known to spontaneously change my mind from time to time. Should I go, I'll get my own room. With a well stocked bar and a jacuzzi pre-stocked with hookers and a floating slot machine.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |deborah|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Depends|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |The mister is taking three weeks holidays with the last day being September 25. It's possible he could take more time. If both of us are coming, we would probably drive and get our our room. If it's just me, I'll fly in. I'm not sure about lodging or transportation once I'm there.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |essexjan|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates |9/20-9/27|<br />
comments |I've a friend works at the Nugget should be able to get me a cheap room, if the flight isn't too expensive<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ethylene|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |though, i only make longshot bets<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |sciurus|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |WolfDaddy|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I'm in a friend's wedding in Tahoe, and if he decides to get married this year, it's going to be in September. And I think he's going to decide to get married this year.<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/User:Cabana_BoyUser:Cabana Boy2006-04-21T17:16:34Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>Cabana Boy provides pleasure to the Mechettes.<br />
<br />
Cabana Boy has his origins [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/19/if_all_we_mechzens_were_all_housemates#c121524 here].<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/21/ask_mecha_how_can_i_get_more_respect_in_ Cabana Boy feels like the piece of meat that he is.]</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Talk:Asheville_MeetupTalk:Asheville Meetup2006-04-17T12:08:02Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>I am already thinking of this as "Bunnystock", although level of nudity and choice of intoxicants will be up to the participants' discretion. --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 20:14, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
So Mlis created the wiki page before it was brought up on MetaChat? --[[User:Danostuporstar|Danostuporstar]] 20:42, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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I think it's been talked about informally for at least a month or two. Mmm, nudity and intoxicants... --[[User:Cmonkey|Cmonkey]] 20:49, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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Yeah, for a couple of months it was just me and mygothlaundry and moonbird and BoringPostcards talking about it. But then at some point it got mentioned as maybe a bigger thing, and when it got mentioned in Dano's thread and all of a sudden other people started talking about going, I realized it could be as big as the Vegas thing and decided to kick it up a notch. --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 20:54, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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Yeah, when I created the main Meetup page, I put up a link to this Asheville page, knowing that MGL was quasi-planning something. Mlis made the initial edit. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 22:23, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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Also, someone needs to create a new template, since a column has been added to the table vs. how it is in on the Vegas page. As it is, the comments field won't show up. I may do it tonight or tomorrow if someone doesn't get to it before me. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 22:32, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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Never mind, I did it. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 22:39, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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I like your comment in the lodging column, Mike. And anyway, who isn't, really? --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 23:18, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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Omiewise! Hot springs?!? What could be better? (And you do realize, don't you, that the fact that you've been a river guide is going to make the mecha ladies fall even more in love with you than they already are?) --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 23:26, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
Chewie! You're bringing your dogs? This is going to be so awesome! --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 14:14, 7 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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The dog thing is a bit of a problem. I have a lovely neurotic collie mix who is, uh, a drunk in a redneck bar when it comes to other dogs. Which is to say, most of the time he's fine, funny, loving. BUT. If he perceives an insult, and what constitutes an insult in his head is completely opaque to humans, he turns into a snarling ball of furious fur. So. He loves all people, a bit too much actually, but with other dogs he is, honestly, a bit chancy. I hate that I have to say this, but if you insist on bringing your dog, well, it may be a very bad idea.<br />
<br />
OMG taz!!!! *crosses fingers* --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 12:08, 17 April 2006 (UTC)</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Asheville_MeetupAsheville Meetup2006-04-15T00:56:16Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
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<div>==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133569 it gets raised in Dano's welcome back thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/asheville_national_meetup_a_k_a_bunnysto First Official Discussion Thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/14/moonbird_and_mygothlaundry_say_ahoy_mate Nailing down the dates]<br />
<br />
==Possible Dates==<br />
Host's choice: <br />
* July 21-23<br />
Alternates: <br />
* July 28-30<br />
* August 4-6<br />
<br />
==Hosts==<br />
mygothlaundry and moonbird are in residence.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
Camping on mygothlaundry's property or sleeping on mygothlaundry's couch (sleeps two) or in one of the extra bedrooms since the kids can easily be kicked out for the weekend. We can accomodate 6 people besides mygothlaundry inside if somebody sleeps with mygothlaundry. ;-) If not, then 5. Room for several tents out back. <br />
<br />
Also, Chateau Moonbird is available for your flopping ''plaisir''. <br />
<br />
[http://www.mtinnasheville.homestead.com/ The Mountaineer Inn]<br />
<br />
<br />
[http://www.exploreasheville.com/accommodations.asp Lodging Section of the Official Asheville Tourism Site]<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
Some East Coasters have raised the possiblity of a [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133621 carpool], from either the Balto/DC area or the NYC area. <br />
<br />
Expedia suggests alternate airports as Greenville (GSP-41 mi), Tri-City (TRI-72 mi), Knoxville (TYS-86 mi), and Charlotte (CLT-91 mi). (Any comments on the goodness/badness of any of these alternatives?)<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
omiewise has [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133581 suggested rafting]. Probably for free, if the time is right I can borrow a raft, and I've guided the river plenty. This also depends on rain. If it's too dry it isn't fun.<br />
<br />
[http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=mozclient&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&q=french+broad+rafting Google Links] for rafting on the French Broad river.<br />
<br />
If we went rafting we could also go to Hot Springs for a soak, it probably is not too expensive to rent a tub. (Update: it's about 15-20 per hour, BYOB, clothing optional).<br />
<br />
A trip to Salsa restaurant for lunch! (Hector's place is still open, right? It's been two years since I went.) Update: Yes, still open. So many new groovy places, too.<br />
<br />
I, Moonbird, also suggest a kickball tourney, hiking, debauching and dancing. I will take those interested for waterfall hunting and to the Biltmore E$state (I've got a year pass and usually can swing some kinda discount).<br />
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==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Camping/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |it is my house|<br />
carpooling |No, but I'll drive you around town|<br />
dates |early - mid summer preferred, but anytime really|<br />
comments |Come On Down!! This is Awesome!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I can accomodate about 3-4, what the hell.|<br />
carpooling |hop in my rod and we'll follow MGL around town|<br />
dates |anytime but the last week in June|<br />
comments |w00t! I'll make the lemonade!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |mgl's yard or house or wherever I pass out or whoever's bed I'm making out with|<br />
carpooling |Maybe from Atlanta with BoPo|<br />
dates |July 21-23, July 28-30, August 4-6 |<br />
comments |Rafting! Hot springs! Naked bunnies!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |The wussiest hotel around|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Any time|<br />
comments |Beer!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mlis|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |see matildaben|<br />
carpooling |Yes - NYC metro area|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |shopping in Hickory, NC|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Is willing to sleep with mygothlaundry|<br />
carpooling |Yep - I can meet in Richmond, or DC, or Staunton, or whatever|<br />
dates |Any of the proposed weekends|<br />
comments |I'm going to end up naked on the internet.|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |Very probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |camping or cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |can drive people from Atlanta if they fly here|<br />
dates |mid-to-late summer or anytime fall- The sooner I know the date, the likelier I can make it|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |omiewise|<br />
possibility |very probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |tent|<br />
carpooling |yes from Balt/DC|<br />
dates |not Memorial day or the first half of Aug|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel most likely|<br />
carpooling |No - will have pooches|<br />
dates |can do partial July 22 and 28 weekends. Aug 4 is better|<br />
comments |EEYAY!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Very Probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |mgl's backyard, or her house|<br />
carpooling |Yes|<br />
dates |After July 26|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |danostuporstar |<br />
possibility |Very Probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |interested|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |wens|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel, probably. should I bring my dog?|<br />
carpooling |probably not|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |agropyron|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |hotel? camping? convince me|<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates |pretty flexible|<br />
comments |Should bunny costumes be mandatory?|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |weretable|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates |late summer - fall (only if there is not a U of A home game, must not miss football)|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
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<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |miko|<br />
possibility |if the stars align|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes|<br />
dates |September or early October|<br />
comments |way into the camping|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes - if people are coming from NYC|<br />
dates |Not before July 7|<br />
comments |I like outdoors better than vegas|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |potentially|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |camping|<br />
carpooling |yes (can drive from baltimore)|<br />
dates |late summer/early fall|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |box|<br />
possibility |probable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |I'm flexible.|<br />
carpooling |Do any mecha folks live between Little Rock and Asheville?|<br />
dates |I'm flexible.|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/MeetupsMeetups2006-04-14T23:59:55Z<p>Mike9322: /* Upcoming Mecha meetups */</p>
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<div>== Upcoming Mecha meetups ==<br />
* [http://metatalk.metafilter.com/mefi/11606 Chicago Meetup], 2006-04-19 at [http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/search/44116,0,229001.venue Monk's]<br />
* [[Seattle Meetup]], April 28/29/30 2006<br />
* [[Asheville Meetup]], July/Aug 2006<br />
* [[Las Vegas Meetup]], September 2006<br />
<br />
== Meetups from the past ==<br />
Chicago Meetups<br />
* 2006-01-05: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/frisbeegirl/sets/1772391/ Frisbee Girl] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/1770613/ me3dia]<br />
* 2005-11-21: Pictures by [http://flickr.com/photos/goatdog/sets/1428052/ goatdog] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/1425601/ me3dia] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/37928881@N00/sets/1483712/ mudpuppie] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/sisterhavana/sets/1770017/ SisterHavana]<br />
* 2005-08-10: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/nadablog/sets/734891/ KevinSkomsvold]<br />
* 2005-06-02: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/nadablog/sets/411463/ KevinSkomsvold] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/deadhorse/sets/410753/ me3dia] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/oligopistos/sets/409888/ oligopistos]<br />
<br />
San Francisco Meetups<br />
* 2006-03-12: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594081611942/ matildaben]<br />
<br />
Seattle Meetups<br />
* 2006-03-22: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594088621827/ matildaben]<br />
<br />
Portland, OR Meetups<br />
* 2006-02-18: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/72057594067419663/ matildaben], [http://www.flickr.com/photos/mudpuppie/sets/72057594074905324/ mudpuppie]<br />
* 2005-11-12: Pictures by [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneyes/sets/1546272/ matildaben]</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Talk:Metachat_Drinking_GameTalk:Metachat Drinking Game2006-04-13T11:56:43Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>Great, now I'm bald ''and'' I have alcohol poisoning. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 11:56, 13 April 2006 (UTC)</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Talk:Main_PageTalk:Main Page2006-04-12T16:24:38Z<p>Mike9322: /* Reorganization */</p>
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<div>I think we should discuss the main page. Discussion is good. -panoptican<br />
<br />
I agree. I'm always disappointed when there's no discussion on the discussion page. But wait - the discussion page is for disagreeing, right? So, I, um, disagree. Yeah, I disagree, and find that I solidly support no discussions on the discussion page. None. --[[User:taz|taz]]<br />
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Someone said there'd be cookies here. Where are the cookies? --[[User:Mudpuppie|Mudpuppie]] 14:38, 9 January 2006 (EST)<br />
<br />
== Reorganization ==<br />
<br />
I think the main page should be kept as short and simple as possible. As it was the list was getting long and it was hard to understand what should go where. Here's my attempt at trying to get it a bit more organized.<br />
<br />
I'm not yet sure what to do about the "projects/collab" page and the "mecha sidelines" page. Clearly they need merging and reorganizing but i'll do that later<br />
<br />
Dodgy, can we put the link to the Meetups page back on the front page? I think it's a good idea to make it stand out with a subject heading. Otherwise it kind of gets lost in the shuffle. Let me know what you think. --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 14:26, 12 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
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Seconding keeping Meetups on the front page. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 16:24, 12 April 2006 (UTC)</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Las_Vegas_MeetupLas Vegas Meetup2006-04-12T10:53:54Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
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<div>This page is your all-in-one convenient information center for the Las Vegas Mega Meetup currently planned for September. <br />
<br />
==Relevant threads==<br />
<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/15/vegas_mega_meetup Drumming up interest]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/26/nationwide_metachat_meetup Agro wonders why mike is so lazy]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/26/vegas_mega_meetup_1 Follow-up #1]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/28/more_all_north_america_mechat_vegas_meet TrishaLynn updates the wiki!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/03/28/more_all_north_america_mechat_vegas_meet TrishaLynn sweetens the deal!]<br />
* [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/03/major_vegas_meetup_wiki_update Mike updates the wiki. NOW WITH COLOR CODING!]<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
<br />
[http://www.randsinrepose.com/archives/2002/05/01/rands_vegas_system_prelude.html The Rands Vegas System.] Required reading.<br />
<br />
==The details so far==<br />
*TrishaLynn's parents have a timeshare on the strip that has been offered for our use. Called the Jockey Club, it's near the corner of Las Vegas Blvd. and Bellagio Dr., right next to the Bellagio.<br />
*The two-bedroom suite is $110/night on Friday and Saturday and $80/night during the week (Sun-Thurs.) and can sleep up to 6 people (2 queen beds, 1 king bed). The less expensive but more cozy alternative is to take a one-bedroom suite at $80/night on the weekend and $60/night on the weekday. It also sleeps up to 6 people (2 queen beds, 1 queen sleeper sofa).<br />
*Hotel tax in Las Vegas is currently 9%. The total for one 2-bedroom suite for a Friday and Saturday night stay would be $239.80. The total for one 1-bedroom suite would be $174.40. Divided between 6 people, each person's share would be $39.97 (~$20 per night) and $29.07 respectively (rounded up to the nearest penny). If additional nights are needed, they can be arranged at your own extra cost.<br />
*Each condo suite comes with the following ameneties: 25" TV, Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, Cable TV, CD Player, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, Electric Can Opener, Full Kitchen, Full Size Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Hair Dryer, Heating, Ironing Board with Iron, Microwave, Oven, Place Settings, Pots & Pans, Stove, Telephone, Toaster, VCR.<br />
*We will be able to reserve more than one room at these rates.<br />
*If guests are arriving on Thursday night, there is a possibility we may be able to get that night for free. If guests are leaving on Monday, there is a possibility we may be able to get Sunday night for free as well.<br />
*The tentative date is the weekend of September 23. This is the weekend following TrishaLynn's birthday, and all respondents thusfar have indicated late September as acceptable. People can come and go as they please, but for meetup purposes, everyone should plan to spend at least Saturday and Sunday in LV.<br />
<br />
Please add your name to the appropriate list below. Since, at the time of this page's publishing, the meetup is still 6 months away, it is assumed that nothing is etched in stone; but the rooms need to be booked no more 60 days in advance and the sooner we have an idea of expected turnout, the better able we will be to plan appropriately. (Also note whether you will be attaining your own accomodations.)<br />
<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Mecha Lodging'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comment'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ikkyu2|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |krix & saf|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |residents -unfortunately cannot help with lodging, but will assist in other fashions<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/23-9/26 (tentative)|<br />
comments |Interested in seeing [http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/CirqueDuSoleil/en/showstickets/o/o-Las-Vegas.htm 'O']<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |scarabic|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |wouldn't miss this. I have no talents or resources to offer, though.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ThePinkSuperhero|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/21-9/25 (tentative)|<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |TrishaLynn|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |To be R.A. of the women's room, assigning myself to be the hotel liaison because I've done this sort of thing before, ''numerous'' times--and it is ''my parents' '' time share property after all...<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |Triode|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I'm the polar opposite of Joe in [http://207.70.82.73/pages/descriptions/03/233.html 'Act Two']<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |agropyron & Diva Despina|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will need to secure whuffles<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will maybe need someone to convince mr g that it's a good idea for me to go<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |halonine|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates |9/23-9/24|<br />
comments |Will need money and I am attending a wedding that month but don't know when.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |The Asheville Meetup is looking better for me.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |me3dia|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will need enouragement<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mudpuppie|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |needs money<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |mullacc|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Vegas, baby, vegas.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |postmodernmillie|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |rainbaby|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |scody|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |will hopefully not be escorted away by security from any establishment for any reason<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |warbaby|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |have bar will travel<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |YouCanCallMeAl|<br />
possibility |Possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |have bar will travel<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |It's unlikely that I'll make it, but keep me in the loop.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I've been known to spontaneously change my mind from time to time. Should I go, I'll get my own room. With a well stocked bar and a jacuzzi pre-stocked with hookers and a floating slot machine.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |deborah|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Depends|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |The mister is taking three weeks holidays with the last day being September 25. It's possible he could take more time. If both of us are coming, we would probably drive and get our our room. If it's just me, I'll fly in. I'm not sure about lodging or transportation once I'm there.<br />
}}<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |essexjan|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |No|<br />
dates |9/20-9/27|<br />
comments |I've a friend works at the Nugget should be able to get me a cheap room, if the flight isn't too expensive<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |ethylene|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |though, i only make longshot bets<br />
}}<br />
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{{Booking|<br />
username |sciurus|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |Yes|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |Specklet|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |Totally depends on my finacial situation by then.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Booking|<br />
username |WolfDaddy|<br />
possibility |Long Shot|<br />
colour |red|<br />
mechalodging |?|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |I'm in a friend's wedding in Tahoe, and if he decides to get married this year, it's going to be in September. And I think he's going to decide to get married this year.<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Asheville_MeetupAsheville Meetup2006-04-07T16:15:01Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
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<div>==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133569 it gets raised in Dano's welcome back thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/asheville_national_meetup_a_k_a_bunnysto First Official Discussion Thread]<br />
<br />
==Possible Dates==<br />
Amro has suggested July 28th. Any date in summer or fall 2006 (after June 23) is good. The weather is nice through early October. We don't want to conflict with the September 23-ish Vegas meetup.<br />
<br />
==Hosts==<br />
mygothlaundry and moonbird are in residence.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
Camping on mygothlaundry's property or sleeping on mygothlaundry's couch (sleeps two) or in one of the extra bedrooms since the kids can easily be kicked out for the weekend. We can accomodate 6 people besides mygothlaundry inside if somebody sleeps with mygothlaundry. ;-) If not, then 5. Room for several tents out back. <br />
<br />
Also, Chateau Moonbird is available for your flopping ''plaisir''. <br />
<br />
[http://www.mtinnasheville.homestead.com/ The Mountaineer Inn]<br />
<br />
<br />
[http://www.exploreasheville.com/accommodations.asp Lodging Section of the Official Asheville Tourism Site]<br />
<br />
==Carpooling==<br />
Some East Coasters have raised the possiblity of a [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133621 carpool].<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
omiewise has [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133581 suggested rafting]. Probably for free, if the time is right I can borrow a raft, and I've guided the river plenty. This also depends on rain. If it's too dry it isn't fun.<br />
<br />
[http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=mozclient&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&q=french+broad+rafting Google Links] for rafting on the French Broad river.<br />
<br />
If we went rafting we could also go to Hot Springs for a soak, it probably is not too expensive to rent a tub. (Update: it's about 15-20 per hour, BYOB, clothing optional).<br />
<br />
A trip to Salsa restaurant for lunch! (Hector's place is still open, right? It's been two years since I went.) Update: Yes, still open. So many new groovy places, too.<br />
<br />
I, Moonbird, also suggest a kickball tourney, hiking, debauching and dancing. I will take those interested for waterfall hunting and to the Biltmore E$state (I've got a year pass and usually can swing some kinda discount).<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Camping/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |it is my house|<br />
carpooling |No, but I'll drive you around town|<br />
dates |early - mid summer preferred, but anytime really|<br />
comments |Come On Down!! This is Awesome!|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I can accomodate about 3-4, what the hell.|<br />
carpooling |hop in my rod and we'll follow MGL around town|<br />
dates |anytime but the last week in June|<br />
comments |w00t! I'll make the lemonade!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |mgl's yard or house or wherever I pass out or whoever's bed I'm making out with|<br />
carpooling |Maybe from Atlanta with BoPo|<br />
dates |Summer or fall|<br />
comments |Rafting! Hot springs! Naked bunnies!|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |The wussiest hotel around|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Any time|<br />
comments |Beer!|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |mlis|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |see matildaben|<br />
carpooling |Yes - NYC metro area|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |shopping in Hickory, NC|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Is willing to sleep with mygothlaundry|<br />
carpooling |Yep - I can meet in Richmond, or DC, or Staunton, or whatever|<br />
dates |Anything but July 4 weekend|<br />
comments |Yep, I'm going to end up naked on the internet.|<br />
}}<br />
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{{Asheville|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |Very probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |camping or cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |can drive people from Atlanta if they fly here|<br />
dates |mid-to-late summer or anytime fall- The sooner I know the date, the likelier I can make it|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |omiewise|<br />
possibility |very probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |tent|<br />
carpooling |yes from Balt/DC|<br />
dates |not Memorial day or the first half of Aug|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel most likely|<br />
carpooling |No - will have pooches|<br />
dates |I'm committed to Toronto in July need to verify dates; also, can't do Sept 14-17|<br />
comments |EEYAY!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Very Probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |mgl's backyard, or her house|<br />
carpooling |Yes|<br />
dates |After July 26|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |danostuporstar |<br />
possibility |Very Probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |interested|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |wens|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel, probably. should I bring my dog?|<br />
carpooling |probably not|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |weretable|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates |late summer - fall (only if there is not a U of A home game, must not miss football)|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |miko|<br />
possibility |if the stars align|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes|<br />
dates |September or early October|<br />
comments |way into the camping|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes - if people are coming from NYC|<br />
dates |late July onwards|<br />
comments |I like outdoors better than vegas|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |potentially|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |camping|<br />
carpooling |yes (can drive from baltimore)|<br />
dates |late summer/early fall|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Asheville_MeetupAsheville Meetup2006-04-07T12:32:44Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133569 it gets raised in Dano's welcome back thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/asheville_national_meetup_a_k_a_bunnysto First Official Discussion Thread]<br />
<br />
==Possible Dates==<br />
Amro has suggested July 28th. Any date in summer or fall 2006 (after June 23) is good. The weather is nice through early October. We don't want to conflict with the September 23-ish Vegas meetup.<br />
<br />
==Hosts==<br />
mygothlaundry and moonbird are in residence.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
Camping on mygothlaundry's property or sleeping on mygothlaundry's couch (sleeps two) or in one of the extra bedrooms since the kids can easily be kicked out for the weekend. We can accomodate 6 people besides mygothlaundry inside if somebody sleeps with mygothlaundry. ;-) If not, then 5. Room for several tents out back. <br />
<br />
Also, Chateau Moonbird is available for your flopping ''plaisir''. <br />
<br />
[http://www.mtinnasheville.homestead.com/ The Mountaineer Inn]<br />
<br />
<br />
[http://www.exploreasheville.com/accommodations.asp Lodging Section of the Official Asheville Tourism Site]<br />
<br />
==Carpooling==<br />
Some East Coasters have raised the possiblity of a [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133621 carpool].<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
omiewise has [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133581 suggested rafting]. Probably for free, if the time is right I can borrow a raft, and I've guided the river plenty. This also depends on rain. If it's too dry it isn't fun.<br />
<br />
[http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=mozclient&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&q=french+broad+rafting Google Links] for rafting on the French Broad river.<br />
<br />
If we went rafting we could also go to Hot Springs for a soak, it probably is not too expensive to rent a tub. (Update: it's about 15-20 per hour, BYOB, clothing optional).<br />
<br />
A trip to Salsa restaurant for lunch! (Hector's place is still open, right? It's been two years since I went.) Update: Yes, still open. So many new groovy places, too.<br />
<br />
I, Moonbird, also suggest a kickball tourney, hiking, debaucing and dancing. I will take those interested for waterfall hunting and to the Biltmore E$state (I've got a year pass and usually can swing some kinda discount).<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Camping/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |it is my house|<br />
carpooling |No, but I'll drive you around town|<br />
dates |early - mid summer preferred, but anytime really|<br />
comments |Come On Down!! This is Awesome!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |moonbird|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |I can accomodate about 3-4, what the hell.|<br />
carpooling |hop in my rod and we'll follow MGL around town|<br />
dates |anytime but the last week in June|<br />
comments |w00t! I'll make the lemonade!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |mgl's yard or house or wherever I pass out or whoever's bed I'm making out with|<br />
carpooling |Maybe from Atlanta with BoPo|<br />
dates |Summer or fall|<br />
comments |Rafting! Hot springs! Naked bunnies!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |The wussiest hotel around|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Any time|<br />
comments |Beer!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mlis|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |see matildaben|<br />
carpooling |Yes - NYC metro area|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |shopping in Hickory, NC|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Is willing to sleep with mygothlaundry|<br />
carpooling |Yep|<br />
dates |Anything but July 4 weekend|<br />
comments |Yep, I'm going to end up naked on the internet.|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |Very probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |camping or cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |can drive people from Atlanta if they fly here|<br />
dates |mid-to-late summer or anytime fall- The sooner I know the date, the likelier I can make it|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |omiewise|<br />
possibility |very probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |tent|<br />
carpooling |yes from Balt/DC|<br />
dates |not Memorial day or the first half of Aug|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel most likely|<br />
carpooling |No - will have pooches|<br />
dates |I'm committed to Toronto in July need to verify dates; also, can't do Sept 14-17|<br />
comments |EEYAY!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Very Probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |mgl's backyard|<br />
carpooling |Yes|<br />
dates |After July 26|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |danostuporstar |<br />
possibility |Very Probable|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |interested|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |wens|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel, probably. should I bring my dog?|<br />
carpooling |probably not|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |weretable|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates |late summer - fall (only if there is not a U of A home game, must not miss football)|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |miko|<br />
possibility |if the stars align|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes|<br />
dates |September or early October|<br />
comments |way into the camping|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes - if people are coming from NYC|<br />
dates |September onwards|<br />
comments |I like outdoors better than vegas|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |potentially|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |camping|<br />
carpooling |yes (can drive from baltimore)|<br />
dates |late summer/early fall|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Asheville_MeetupAsheville Meetup2006-04-06T22:40:12Z<p>Mike9322: /* Attendees */</p>
<hr />
<div>==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133569 it gets raised in Dano's welcome back thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/asheville_national_meetup_a_k_a_bunnysto First Official Discussion Thread]<br />
<br />
==Possible Dates==<br />
Summer or fall 2006 (dates to be determined).<br />
<br />
==Hosts==<br />
mygothlaundry and moonbird are in residence.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
Camping on mygothlaundry's property or sleeping on mygothlaundry's couch (sleeps two) or in one of the extra bedrooms since the kids can easily be kicked out for the weekend. We can accomodate 6 people besides mygothlaundry inside if somebody sleeps with mygothlaundry. ;-) If not, then 5. Room for several tents out back. <br />
<br />
[http://www.mtinnasheville.homestead.com/ The Mountaineer Inn]<br />
<br />
<br />
[http://www.exploreasheville.com/accommodations.asp Lodging Section of the Official Asheville Tourism Site]<br />
<br />
==Carpooling==<br />
Some East Coasters have raised the possiblity of a [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133621 carpool].<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
omiewise has [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133581 suggested rafting].<br />
<br />
[http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=mozclient&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&q=french+broad+rafting Google Links] for rafting on the French Broad river.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Camping/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Summer or fall|<br />
comments |rafting!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |The wussiest hotel around|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Any time|<br />
comments |Beer!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |danostuporstar |<br />
possibility |Probable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |interested|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |Very probable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |camping or cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |can drive people from Atlanta if they fly here|<br />
dates |late summer or anytime fall- The sooner I know the date, the likelier I can make it|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mlis|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |shopping in Hickory, NC|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |omiewise|<br />
possibility ||<br />
colour ||<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Is willing to sleep with mygothlaundry|<br />
carpooling |Yep|<br />
dates |Anything but July 4 weekend|<br />
comments |Woo. Freakin. Hoo.|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel most likely|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Any time except Sept 14-17 though it sounds like it'll be earlier anyway|<br />
comments |EEYAY!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |wens|<br />
possibility ||<br />
colour ||<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Probable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |Yes|<br />
dates |After July 26|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |weretable|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates |late summer - fall (only if there is not a U of A home game, must not miss football)|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |miko|<br />
possibility |if the stars align|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes|<br />
dates |September or early October|<br />
comments |way into the camping|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes - if people are coming from NYC|<br />
dates |September onwards|<br />
comments |I like outdoors better than vegas|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |potentially|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |camping|<br />
carpooling |yes (can drive from baltimore)|<br />
dates |late summer/early fall|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |it is my house|<br />
carpooling |No, but I'll drive you around town|<br />
dates |early - mid summer preferred, but anytime really|<br />
comments |Come On Down!! This is Awesome!|<br />
}}</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Talk:Asheville_MeetupTalk:Asheville Meetup2006-04-06T22:39:39Z<p>Mike9322: </p>
<hr />
<div>I am already thinking of this as "Bunnystock", although level of nudity and choice of intoxicants will be up to the participants' discretion. --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 20:14, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
So Mlis created the wiki page before it was brought up on MetaChat? --[[User:Danostuporstar|Danostuporstar]] 20:42, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
I think it's been talked about informally for at least a month or two. Mmm, nudity and intoxicants... --[[User:Cmonkey|Cmonkey]] 20:49, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
Yeah, for a couple of months it was just me and mygothlaundry and moonbird and BoringPostcards talking about it. But then at some point it got mentioned as maybe a bigger thing, and when it got mentioned in Dano's thread and all of a sudden other people started talking about going, I realized it could be as big as the Vegas thing and decided to kick it up a notch. --[[User:Matildaben|Matildaben]] 20:54, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
Yeah, when I created the main Meetup page, I put up a link to this Asheville page, knowing that MGL was quasi-planning something. Mlis made the initial edit. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 22:23, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
Also, someone needs to create a new template, since a column has been added to the table vs. how it is in on the Vegas page. As it is, the comments field won't show up. I may do it tonight or tomorrow if someone doesn't get to it before me. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 22:32, 6 April 2006 (UTC)<br />
<br />
Never mind, I did it. --[[User:Mike9322|Mike9322]] 22:39, 6 April 2006 (UTC)</div>Mike9322http://metachat.org/wiki/Asheville_MeetupAsheville Meetup2006-04-06T22:39:23Z<p>Mike9322: Created new template for the Asheville table</p>
<hr />
<div>==Relevant threads==<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133569 it gets raised in Dano's welcome back thread]<br />
<br />
[http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/asheville_national_meetup_a_k_a_bunnysto First Official Discussion Thread]<br />
<br />
==Possible Dates==<br />
Summer or fall 2006 (dates to be determined).<br />
<br />
==Hosts==<br />
mygothlaundry and moonbird are in residence.<br />
<br />
==Lodging Locations==<br />
Camping on mygothlaundry's property or sleeping on mygothlaundry's couch (sleeps two) or in one of the extra bedrooms since the kids can easily be kicked out for the weekend. We can accomodate 6 people besides mygothlaundry inside if somebody sleeps with mygothlaundry. ;-) If not, then 5. Room for several tents out back. <br />
<br />
[http://www.mtinnasheville.homestead.com/ The Mountaineer Inn]<br />
<br />
<br />
[http://www.exploreasheville.com/accommodations.asp Lodging Section of the Official Asheville Tourism Site]<br />
<br />
==Carpooling==<br />
Some East Coasters have raised the possiblity of a [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133621 carpool].<br />
<br />
==Activities==<br />
omiewise has [http://metachat.org/index.php/2006/04/06/who_gives_a#c133581 suggested rafting].<br />
<br />
[http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=mozclient&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&q=french+broad+rafting Google Links] for rafting on the French Broad river.<br />
<br />
==Attendees==<br />
{| {{tables}}<br />
|'''User'''||'''Possibility'''||'''Camping/Hotel/Other'''||'''Carpooling?'''||'''Dates'''||'''Comments'''<br />
|-<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |matildaben|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Summer or fall|<br />
comments |rafting!|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |cmonkey|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |The wussiest hotel around|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Any time|<br />
comments |Beer!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |danostuporstar |<br />
possibility |Probable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |interested|<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |BoringPostcards|<br />
possibility |Very probable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |camping or cheap motel|<br />
carpooling |can drive people from Atlanta if they fly here|<br />
dates |late summer or anytime fall- The sooner I know the date, the likelier I can make it|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mlis|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments |shopping in Hickory, NC|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |omiewise|<br />
possibility ||<br />
colour ||<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mike9322|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |Is willing to sleep with mygothlaundry|<br />
carpooling |Yep|<br />
dates |Anything but July 4 weekend|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |chewatadistance|<br />
possibility |Definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |hotel most likely|<br />
carpooling |No|<br />
dates |Any time except Sept 14-17 though it sounds like it'll be earlier anyway|<br />
comments |EEYAY!!|<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |wens|<br />
possibility ||<br />
colour ||<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates ||<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |amro|<br />
possibility |Probable|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling |Yes|<br />
dates |After July 26|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |weretable|<br />
possibility |possibly|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging ||<br />
carpooling ||<br />
dates |late summer - fall (only if there is not a U of A home game, must not miss football)|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |miko|<br />
possibility |if the stars align|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes|<br />
dates |September or early October|<br />
comments |way into the camping|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |gaspode|<br />
possibility |possible|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |Camping|<br />
carpooling |yes - if people are coming from NYC|<br />
dates |September onwards|<br />
comments |I like outdoors better than vegas|<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |youcancallmeal|<br />
possibility |potentially|<br />
colour |orange|<br />
mechalodging |camping|<br />
carpooling |yes (can drive from baltimore)|<br />
dates |late summer/early fall|<br />
comments ||<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Asheville|<br />
username |mygothlaundry|<br />
possibility |definite|<br />
colour |green|<br />
mechalodging |it is my house|<br />
carpooling |No, but I'll drive you around town|<br />
dates |early - mid summer preferred, but anytime really|<br />
comments |Come On Down!! This is Awesome!|<br />
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