We could do this for a day run, with a few stops to include a lunch stop.
Not Peaks of Otter Run (Sat, May 19th 2018, 8:00am - 8:00pm)
Date
Peaks of Otter Run
Sat, May 19th 2018, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
85554 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Bedford, VA 24523, USA
Participants
8 participants, 0 undecided and 1 does not participate
Closing Date: May 19th 2018, 7:00 am-
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Okay all... don't hate me!!!
I just checked availability at the Peaks of Otter Lodge and they have nothing! for the 19th and 20th. So I am thinking we move this from Peaks of Otter to Tazwell, VA... Check the map out below
Move this to the next weekend (I know, it's Memorial Day weekend) or keep it all the same and just not stay at the Peaks of Otter Lodge.
What say you?
Tazewell is a 6.5 hour run each way for me. Prefer to stay near Peaks of Otter. Leaving for Maggie Valley on 5/26/18.
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I agree that it is a hike to Tazewell, especially since we don't appear to have Crew representation down that way. A suggestion would be to check out some of the beautiful spots starting around Staunton and running west on 250 out to Monterey in Highland County. Lots of options in the general area and meeting around Staunton with instant access from both RT 81 and 64 give more equal play drive wise to our Crew members. Highland county is referred to as "the Switzerland of Virginia" and while it can be cool temp wise even in May, it is absolutely beautiful, and makes a day trip much more doable.
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Ok, that’s fair, let’s keep as originally planned. Peaks of Otter Area on the 19th. I’ll work on smoothing out some details, like a route and a start time.
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Thoughts?
8:30 – Blue Mountain Coffees - Breakfast
12 Byers St, Staunton, VA 2440110:00 – Depart Blue Mountain Coffees
Ride US-250 and US-33 W12:30 – Front Porch Restaurant - Lunch
Seneca Rocks, WV 268842:00 – Depart Front Porch Restaurant
3:00 – Fuel Stop in Elkins, WV
Ride US-250 S6:00 – Arrive back in Staunton, VA
I like @Andy Hatch's point that I64 and I81 provide convenient access to most.
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^^^ Hmmmm. Now this is a game-changer. I may have to work on some logistical stuff to make this happen. My new position starts on the 30th. Probably wouldn't look good if I start the new position...and ask for time off, right off the bat. I'm already working with them on trying to secure my leave for Maggie Valley. Fingers crossed!!!!!
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^^^ Hmmmm. Now this is a game-changer. I may have to work on some logistical stuff to make this happen. My new position starts on the 30th. Probably wouldn't look good if I start the new position...and ask for time off, right off the bat. I'm already working with them on trying to secure my leave for Maggie Valley. Fingers crossed!!!!!
How is this a game changer? If anything, Staunton is closer than Peaks of Otter. -
^^^ Hmmmm. Now this is a game-changer. I may have to work on some logistical stuff to make this happen. My new position starts on the 30th. Probably wouldn't look good if I start the new position...and ask for time off, right off the bat. I'm already working with them on trying to secure my leave for Maggie Valley. Fingers crossed!!!!!
You Notice @V-SHOT Says This is A Position. Must Be No Work Involved.
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How is this a game changer? If anything, Staunton is closer than Peaks of Otter.
The way I'm looking at this, this appears to be an over-nighter. Either a early Saturday morning departure to meet up in Staunton...Or a late night Friday arrival, and a Hotel stay in Staunton. Neither one of those options creates a problem.
After the ride on Saturday, I would have to head back to Virginia Beach, because I will be on call for Sunday. That's the only issue I have. -
So we trailer up Friday night, get up and ride and come home. Let me know if you can do that. I am ok with that.
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So we trailer up Friday night, get up and ride and come home. Let me know if you can do that. I am ok with that.
Cool
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Great minds think alike.
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@adventure4me @Andy Hatch @av8ingtom @Jdin @lrobbi @V-SHOT @WraithSS
Are you all planning to do this still, even though we moved it from PoO?
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Yes. However, I probably won't make coffee stop by 8:30. 2 hour drive from RV park.
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We are planning to get a hotel room closer by just to make it a true weekend getaway. I can call and see about a group rate once I know how many folks would be interested in that. Right now, I'm looking at the Holiday Inn Express in Harrisonburg.
Also, if I bring my little one, she is 9, would anybody have an open seat for her to ride with?
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Will find out my travel schedule for the next couple months on Monday. If I'm CONUS I'll post.
EDIT: Aidan plays the Dodgers that day and is his next to last game of the little league season. I'm a no show now
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Also, if I bring my little one, she is 9, would anybody have an open seat for her to ride with?
If you trust me!! Would love a passenger!
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Joan and I are planning to be there also. Getting a hotel also.
We do not have a hotel reservation yet
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If you trust me!! Would love a passenger!
Absolutely, your driving skills are on par!! Why do you think I didn’t want to go in front of you for our ride in Clarksville? I was behind you takin’ notes!! -
Of course you were!