justin Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 (edited) Just an interest check to see if anyone would want to attend a meet in Charlottesville, VA. I could rent a mansion in wine country on ~30 acres for less than $200 per night. Events besides headphones/speakers could include getting drunk at a local vineyard, concert (schedules not released yet), Monticello tours, other crap etc. I would think sometime in August or September would be a good time. Local airport: CHO 70 min drive: Richmond (RIC) 2 hour drive Dulles (IAD) --> mass transit is available, but is annoying. Have to take a bus to the suburban metro station, take the metro into DC, transfer to the line for Union Station, and then take Amtrak south. Would be about a 3-4 hour trip compared to 2 hours in a car. 2.5 hour drive OR Amtrak ($30) from Union Station: Reagan (DCA) * The Amtrak train runs from New Orleans through Boston * Edited February 9, 2011 by justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadhead Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 I'd come (not that that is a plus ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Driftwood Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 Sure, I'd be interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agile_one Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 Would love to come, Justin, but Aug-Sep is horrid time for me. Pretty much dedicated to family and time in Maine. C-ville is a great town with lots to see and do, so I hope this comes off and people get to see some of Virginia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grawk Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 absofucking lutely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyrion Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 I would love to but it will depend on timing. I probably have one more solo weekend trip in me and with GABF not working out, I was thinking about RMAF again but this may be an option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mypasswordis Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 It is technically driving distance... put me down as a maybe depending on scheduling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grawk Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 heh, that's easily driving distance for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manaox2 Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 It is technically driving distance... put me down as a maybe depending on scheduling. Yep, same here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morphsci Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 Depending on the specific date, I'm in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shellylh Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 Depending on the specific date, I'm in. ^Same here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomana Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 ^Same here. And here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Chalk Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 I've driven it, but think I would take the train. In-ish. (Depends on scheduling, other commitments, etc.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin Posted February 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 I've driven it, but think I would take the train. In-ish. (Depends on scheduling, other commitments, etc.) the train is really easy, it's the fastest way to get from D.C. with how bad the traffic is now. and is cheaper than driving. regarding date, it could be very flexible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
909 Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 i would like to make it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltron Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 This is a very cool idea in a timeframe that I have very little chance of making it. I will subscribe to your newsletter and follow the progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadhead Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 I'll be driving with my bike on the roof and can bring some of the train bound if they so desire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlSeibert Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 I'd love to, depending on all the usual stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Absorbine_Sr Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 Depending on date, vacation time etc. Might be fun to drive to. Tentatively in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin Posted February 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 (edited) I could make a poll w/ possible dates and see what might work best Example accomodations: 4000sqft farmhouse w/ pool on 85 acres. "sleeps 17". $400-650 per night http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p185451 Recommended for: Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway Girls Getaway is the closest match Edited February 10, 2011 by justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted February 9, 2011 Report Share Posted February 9, 2011 Want to, but don't know yet if my schedule and finances will allow, so count me in as a maybe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manaox2 Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 TBH, I really can't tell at all if I can consider making it until July at the earliest when I know if I have a job and have a calendar for August. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltron Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 (edited) You had better lay in a supply of the most appropriate beers possible for this event: Edited February 10, 2011 by Voltron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Chalk Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 "sleeps 17".You know what? I'm going to change my answer to "no way in hell", unless I can figure out a way to attend without spending the night. No way I'm going through that again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltron Posted February 10, 2011 Report Share Posted February 10, 2011 When those places say "sleeps 17" they mean there are beds for 17, not room on the floor for 17 Aerobeds. I could fit 57 people into a place like that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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