Yankee Candle & Area 51 Caravan to MOT 2007

[Theo]

Attention Yankee Candle Folks:
YC to A51 Route Changes

Folks,

A couple of updates/corrections to the YC to A51 Route have been made. Please access/print this newest version!

The new Route Instructions now reflect:
(1) our 11:00 departure time from Yankee Candle;
(2) a "catch-up" point on Rt 9 in Keene to collect those caravan members interrupted by the rotary construction at the Rt 10/101/9 crossroads in Keene;
(3) the I-89 construction reported by Beth.

Please print these latest instructions and bring them with you to Yankee Candle.

Thanks,

Theo

[Venno]

Yeah I'm up for din din on thursday

[Theo]

Thursday Night Red Roof Departure Time Adjustment

I'd like to allow us a little more time to get to Smokin' Lil's from the Red Roof Inn, especially since we will be walking from the parking garage to the restaurant.

Therefore, I'd like to move-up our departure time from the Red Roof Inn to 6:45 sharp. I hope that this does not inconvenience folks too much. I realize that some of you are already on the WNY caravan so I will call Cathleen to let her know.

Thanks,

Theo

[yellowmininy]

Uh oh, let me find my phone! No problem, Theo. We are hoping to be there well ahead of that, and I'll let you know if there's any delay.

[jwardell]

I may miss A51 completely now as I had from downtown boston around 11:45, then up to MOP to pick up the final piece of my bumper. We'll see if I catch up.

[Theo]

Quote: Originally Posted by yellowmininy (original)

Uh oh, let me find my phone! No problem, Theo. We are hoping to be there well ahead of that, and I'll let you know if there's any delay.

I was able to reach Pamlico to notify him of the time change. Spread the word!

Theo

[Pamlico]

I was a Town Crier in a previous incarnation, so no worries. I just need to find the bell.

[chs4]

Just wanted to touch base with everyone planning to take the Kanc/Bear Notch route to Gorham .

As the directions indicate we will be heading up Rt.93 with our first (only?) stop at Exit 32 in Lincoln. Muncie's Shell / Convenience store is located just as we exit, and this is a good opportunity to grab some gas, a quick snack or a beverage.

Rather than trying to all stay together at this point I'm proposing we do as we did last year and plan to meet up at the Loon parking lot about 1/2 hour after we exit Rt.93. The Loon lot is on the right-hand side about 2.5mi from the exit straight down Rt.112.

This 1/2 hour "free time" will serve a couple of purposes:

1. Parking is limited at Muncie's, and if we all try to jam their lot it will be quite a mess. If you need gas or something from the store please feel free to stop, but do not feel obligated to do so because you see others stopping

2. There are several other places along Rt.112 where you can grab something to eat, including the ever popular Kimberlee's Deli, and this free time will allow folks to grab a bite to eat at the place of their choosing, rather than having to "follow the pack".

MOT Tip-of-the-Day: Kimberlee's will take orders on Friday for pick up Saturday morning, so if you are looking for a sandwich/salad for lunch during the Saturday afternoon drives this is a very convenient (and popular!) option. It's not a bad idea to get your order in early!

Once we have reconvened at the Loon lot we'll have some time to eat/mingle/stretch before heading off to Gorham. We're not on a strict schedule so the day will ebb and flow based on the members of our particular group. Even with the brief stopover in Lincoln I think we will still make the 2.5-3 hour time as outlined in the directions.

If anyone has any questions please feel free to email/PM me. I'm also more than happy to provide my cell# to anyone that would like it...just ask and I'll get it to you.

[rfinprc]

Chip, Can we make you the official Loon Lot Intelligence Scout? We need to have some idea of what else might be using up lot space, so we can adjust plans for Saturday accordingly. Depending on my schedule, I may not make it by there oin Friday (or I may be there waiting for you -- it's my spontaneity day).

[chs4]

Quote: Originally Posted by rfinprc (original)

Chip, Can we make you the official Loon Lot Intelligence Scout? We need to have some idea of what else might be using up lot space, so we can adjust plans for Saturday accordingly. Depending on my schedule, I may not make it by there oin Friday (or I may be there waiting for you -- it's my spontaneity day).

Sure thing. I'll survey the scene and report in Friday night.

Take note that the earlier in the evening you find me the more accurate my report may be...

[Paul_TMQ]

Cancellation notice: We have to cancel our entire MOT2007 weekend trip. That's right, a family emergency came up that means we will have to stay home through the June 15-16-17 weekend.

Sorry, we will not be able to join up with the caravan at Area 51.

Maybe next year.
Paul_TMQ

[Theo]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul_TMQ (original)

Cancellation notice: We have to cancel our entire MOT2007 weekend trip. That's right, a family emergency came up that means we will have to stay home through the June 15-16-17 weekend.

Sorry, we will not be able to join up with the caravan at Area 51.

Maybe next year.
Paul_TMQ

We'll keep a light on for you, Paul.

Theo

[yellowmininy]

Sorry about that, Paul. I hope everything is OK.

[jcsinnh]

Well, I waited at Area 50.5 until 12:38 but then had to leave. Bikers couldn't understand the huge red and black fish with the banner .....NO COD LEFT BEHIND

[kriation]

The reactions of all the bikers that were at A51 while we were there was classic. It was awesome driving into the rest stop, and seeing the line of MINIs.

As soon as I get my pics up, I'll have to post them.