All,
I've already received several messages from people interested in meeting in
Gatlinburg. It looks like this stands a shot at being an event. Most have asked
about dates, and some have suggested making it early to avoid the mid summer
heat. So let's go ahead and work towards a date.
I looked at the Gatlinburg online calender to see if we could time things to
coincide with some other interesting attraction, and the only thing that even
looks remotely interesting is the Scottish Festival and Games on the weekend of
May 20. I don't know about the rest of you, but given the choice to see either a
Blue Grass Festival, or a bunch of drunk guys in skirts throwing logs at each
other, I'll take the latter.
So, how does the weekend of May 20th sound to everyone? Other than the above
mentioned event, there is nothing inspired about that date. So, if anyone would
prefer another date, please suggest it.
Once we decide on a date, and can guage the number of people who plan to be
there, we can discuss where we prefer to stay (i.e. hotel, cabins, or chalets)
and I will work to negotiate a group rate. Anyone who has a familiarity with the
area (I've only been there once), please feel free to suggest a better local for
ammenities. Meaning, if it is better to stay in a neighboring community because
the hotels or cabins are much cheaper, please share the info.
Jay
P.S. Please address your replies to the entire group so that all of those
interested can have the benefit of your feedback.
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