2009 Nationals GTG

[Texascwgrl]

Welcome to the 2009 National Chevy Avalanche Get Together Section!

San Antonio, Texas was chosen from a list of many choices as the location for the 2009 NCAGTG by the Cruise Coordinators Committee on the Chevy Avalanche Fan Club of North America forum website.

Chevy Avalanche owners will be meeting in San Antonio, Texas from all across the United States and Canada July 18th through July 25th, 2009.  There is a full week of activities planned. Join us for one, two, three days or the whole week. You will surely have  "A Texas Size Good Time"!

(The new water ride/coaster at Sea World in San Antonio for 2008- Journey to Atlantis)

The San Antonio area offers a warm environment with outdoor activities and swimming pools by day

and walks below the Texas sky by night.

Register early and receive a mystery gift and a raffle ticket good for a chance to win a special prize!
We hope to see you there.
The 2009 NCAGTG Committee Members, Sponsors and Volunteers.

[Loggie]

Like to say congratulations of getting the bid for the next Nationals.  Looks like its going to be a super fun time

[Moddess]

Time to plan time off for national.

Texas, Here we come!

[AVnFun]

I am saying now, come hell or high water, I will again make another attempt to get it.    As of right now I don't see any problems.

[MS03 2500]

Congrats Texascwgrl this sounds Great.

[TheBeast]

Awesome!!!! We're all staying at your place, right?

[Texascwgrl]

Sure... and we have the personal hot tub in the back yard... we can get in and out in shifts...

[trannyman]

I just put the week off on the calender . Now I just have to make sure I finish my truck by then

[Z66 BUTCH]

CONGRATULATIONS and I got dibs on that second bedroom......


Butch

[KevMack]

Do they rent out avalanches in Texas??? If I go I ain't going to bring mine. To far of a drive for my baby!!!

[Loggie]

Do they rent out avalanches in Texas??? If I go I ain't going to bring mine. To far of a drive for my baby!!!

  ya gotta bring it....you'll wish you did

[Texascwgrl]

  ya gotta bring it....you'll wish you did

I second that ...


But I am sure they do rent them... if you are absolutely sure you don't want to bring yours... You have some time to think about it    Highway miles are good for her... blow that stuff out of her engine 

[trAVelingman]

Is it too early to start bumping this thread............

Melissa,

I wish you all the best in this event.  I know the work that lies ahead of you and I commend you and the other committee members for taking on this challenge.  With the central location, I see no reason why you cannot be hosting THE FIRST GTG to exceed 100 AV's............   I know of at least ONE from Tennessee that will be there.   

[Texascwgrl]

Is it too early to start bumping this thread............

Melissa,

I wish you all the best in this event.  I know the work that lies ahead of you and I commend you and the other committee members for taking on this challenge.  With the central location, I see no reason why you cannot be hosting THE FIRST GTG to exceed 100 AV's............   I know of at least ONE from Tennessee that will be there.   

Wow... that means so much to me.... Thank you for the postive words and I am so looking forward to the days ahead working toward that goal!  100 Avalanches 

[Loggie]

Is it too early to start bumping this thread............

Melissa,

I wish you all the best in this event.  I know the work that lies ahead of you and I commend you and the other committee members for taking on this challenge.  With the central location, I see no reason why you cannot be hosting THE FIRST GTG to exceed 100 AV's............   I know of at least ONE from Tennessee that will be there.   

be good seeing you again and provided the fuel cost stay down, we just might hit that 100

[amd1900mp]

With the central location, I see no reason why you cannot be hosting THE FIRST GTG to exceed 100 AV's............   I know of at least ONE from Tennessee that will be there.   

I agree John...

I know of at least Four that are coming from Arizona!  

See you there!

[trAVelingman]

be good seeing you again and provided the fuel cost stay down, we just might hit that 100

If the price of gas stays down or goes lower, you may just see me bring both of our AV's........

[maverick1974]

Not making this one, already have something scheduled that week.

[KevMack]

I second that ...


But I am sure they do rent them... if you are absolutely sure you don't want to bring yours... You have some time to think about it    Highway miles are good for her... blow that stuff out of her engine 

I think it will be cheeper to fly and rent a truck then it will be to drive mine from Boston. Plus if something happens I have to get it home some how.

[Moddess]

Good luck! Texascwgrl,

With your energy there is no doubt that this national will be a good one again. Would be happy to assist you any way I can, just PM me if you need.

  Moddess


Most likely 99.99% that I'll be there.

[Moddess]

I think it will be cheeper to fly and rent a truck then it will be to drive mine from Boston. Plus if something happens I have to get it home some how.

Someone can haul you back ... LOL

[Loggie]

Would love to see your rig, so don’t say no yet

[KevMack]

Someone can haul you back ... LOL

That's what I'm scared off!!!  

[KevMack]

Would love to see your rig, so don’t say no yet

I know man. I'll have to see what kind of caravan we get from up here to go there. I'll have to weigh everything. Time, Gas, Money, wear and tear on my truck.

[Texascwgrl]

Good luck! Texascwgrl,

With your energy there is no doubt that this national will be a good one again. Would be happy to assist you any way I can, just PM me if you need.

  Moddess


Most likely 99.99% that I'll be there.

Thanks girl.  I am sure I will need help along the way

[Texascwgrl]

Not making this one, already have something scheduled that week.

Sorry to hear that... but we will be thinking of you and will take pics 

[trannyman]

I think it will be cheeper to fly and rent a truck then it will be to drive mine from Boston. Plus if something happens I have to get it home some how.

Your truck HAS wings, just fly down in that . I'm sure there will be bunch from the northeast going. You can convoy with us

[Spork_Driver]

WOW I go to get my hair done and announcements are made....two pages of posts 

[Texascwgrl]

Was wondering where you were   We are ready for your input 

[Spork_Driver]

I think that banner is great 



 




 

[Chopped_Burban]

Sweet !!! Now I have a really good reason to visit Texas. Too early for me to commit yet, but I'll do my best to be there.... I know my truck is going with or without me  ... oh ya, my wife too. Love you Spork.

[Texascwgrl]

Sweet !!! Now I have a really good reason to visit Texas. Too early for me to commit yet, but I'll do my best to be there.

Fantastic...watch for upcoming threads and keep us posted 

[MS03 2500]

I think I have to visit the Office in Dallas the week before this on business
Then take a week vacation

[ohiobellboy]

I think I have to visit the Office in Dallas the week before this on business
Then take a week vacation

I thought you were retiring?



It depends on when my daughters surgery gets scheduled and what our other plans are for next summer as to whether we consider it or not.

[Denman]

I plan on making the GTG this year for the whole week...count me in

[shandar]

We are thinking about this one, maybe follow wayne down just to early to commit right now 

[anglarry04]

too early for me to commit too...however my brother is in SA...hopefully I can knock out tow birds with one stone

[Alaska_AV.]

Do they rent out avalanches in Texas??? If I go I ain't going to bring mine. To far of a drive for my baby!!!

  ya gotta bring it....you'll wish you did

I know how that feels Wasn't so bad with a rental....compted... hehe. thanks Todd

Bummer in a blazer

[Texascwgrl]

I plan on making the GTG this year for the whole week...count me in

Please sign up on the attendee list thread 

[Texascwgrl]

There is plenty of time for decision making... we just like to plan early... and be prepared and organized for these larger events 

[Sirshopolot]

Looking good!

[Old No.7 Avalanche]

Your truck HAS wings, just fly down in that . I'm sure there will be bunch from the northeast going. You can convoy with us

Yeah I heard that one once before (not from you of corse, from others). I wound up making a 4 state race to catch up to James and SRFNSNO (who left 2hours earlier that me). and we cant forget Royalstar who was catching up to me . as it gets closer we gotta see how many miles that is. Cause on a run like that you can't run solo.(in case you break down,you need back up). I think its like two days driving (figure going to tenn was bout' 11hrs. let me know #7

[trAVelingman]

Yeah I heard that one once before (not from you of corse, from others). I wound up making a 4 state race to catch up to James and SRFNSNO (who left 2hours earlier that me). and we cant forget Royalstar who was catching up to me . as it gets closer we gotta see how many miles that is. Cause on a run like that you can't run solo.(in case you break down,you need back up). I think its like two days driving (figure going to tenn was bout' 11hrs. let me know #7

I'll hook up with ya Frankie and we can run together from Tennessee to Texas!

[Texascwgrl]

There WILL be prizes for furthest traveled 

[kavesman1]

Man O Man.San Antonio.I gonna try to get there.Hopefully all of my Mods And Projects will be done this time around.Real easy for me to get there. 2.5hrs to I-10,Then a strait shot to San Antonio.Only about 1045 miles to downtown from here.I can make it in 16hr.Went to Eatontown,NJ and Back...non-stop in 48 hrs to pick up my boat.And that was a 1950 mile trip.

Hopefully i can make this one.I'll have to see later on in the next year.

[Alaska_AV.]

There WILL be prizes for furthest traveled 

by air or/and AValanche?

[amd1900mp]

by air or/and AValanche?

I believe "furthest distance to get there" and "furthest distance driven to get there" will be recognized.

[moosc]

 wow a gtg in my home town yea haven't been there in 32 years don't mess with Texas

[farmguy]

You know I'm there. Never pass up a reason to spend some time in San Antonio.

[Old No.7 Avalanche]

by air or/and AValanche?

DUDE!!! no matter where we go you'll always win (except Alaska) wich is on my bucket list so watch out   #7

[trAVelingman]

DUDE!!! no matter where we go you'll always win (except Alaska) wich is on my bucket list so watch out   #7

One of my favorite moments of the entire GTG this year was enjoying dinner and conversation with AlaskaAV and Old No. 7.   Classic good time!!

[Texascwgrl]

by air or/and AValanche?

Yes, both!

[Texascwgrl]

Make sure you all post on the attendee list 

[Heidi Ho]

A little over 22 hour drive.....We will not be at this GTG  ...But ya'll have fun.  Congrats Melissa!!!

[txyank1]

Hmmmmm, Texas in July. Hope it's all INdoors. 

[KevMack]

Yeah I heard that one once before (not from you of corse, from others). I wound up making a 4 state race to catch up to James and SRFNSNO (who left 2hours earlier that me). and we cant forget Royalstar who was catching up to me . as it gets closer we gotta see how many miles that is. Cause on a run like that you can't run solo.(in case you break down,you need back up). I think its like two days driving (figure going to tenn was bout' 11hrs. let me know #7

Well if everyone meets up in NY to roll. I'll really consider bringing my truck. But I'll be taking the 22" wheels off and putting on the stocks. That way the ride will be better and I'll get better gas mileage.

[Loggie]

Well if everyone meets up in NY to roll. I'll really consider bringing my truck. But I'll be taking the 22" wheels off and putting on the stocks. That way the ride will be better and I'll get better gas mileage.

I’m sure you could pull a nice convoy of AVs along the way.  I’ll meet you in ATL for the ride across 

[KevMack]

Where you from Loggie? For some reason I was thinking your from up north like near the great lakes.

[KevMack]

Hmmmmm, Texas in July. Hope it's all INdoors. 

Oh man and this is comming from someone that lives there!!! 

[Loggie]

Where you from Loggie? For some reason I was thinking your from up north like near the great lakes.

Down South baby GA

[Willyorca]

Melissa!  Everytime I go to SA it rains!!! 

Seriously though, I'd love to come but I can't make plans that far out right now....I'll go put myself as a maybe!!

[KY_BOB]

It's a long time but I'll be watching this develop.  I haven't been to TX in the past 15 years.

[Texascwgrl]

Yeah... you need to sign up on the attendee list, Bob... you OWE me... 

[KevMack]

Down South baby GA

So its an easy trip for you. I was looking on mapquest and they said for me its:
Total Estimated Time: 32 hours 42 minutes Total Estimated Distance: 2054.91 miles


http://www.mapquest.com/mq/6-Kwyo

[Loggie]

That's nothing...travel from Germany to AL for my first GTG

The plan: Come to GA, spend the night, we’ll head out together

[NovaCycle]

So its an easy trip for you. I was looking on mapquest and they said for me its:
Total Estimated Time: 32 hours 42 minutes Total Estimated Distance: 2054.91 miles

Hey KevMack .... what about the Auto-Train?

[Loggie]

Hey KevMack .... what about the Auto-Train?

Automobiles must be 65" or shorter in height. Vans must be 85" or less in height and I couldn't find anything to TX just VA-FL

The Auto Train operates every day of the year non-stop between Lorton, Virginia and Sanford, Florida. THIS IS ITS ONLY ROUTE.

[KevMack]

That's nothing...travel from Germany to AL for my first GTG

The plan: Come to GA, spend the night, we’ll head out together

That sounds like a good plan. I got to see what everyone up here does. I would like to meet up with the NY and NJ guys and roll from there. I'm not sure on the route they are planing. I just got to see what happens as it gets closer.

Does anyone know when Nopi Nationals is in Atlanta GA. It would be nics to be able to hit that too. I would like to go to that. I heard its awsome. I go to the Nopi show in NH everyyear and from what I hear the Nationals is 10 X better.

[Old No.7 Avalanche]

One of my favorite moments of the entire GTG this year was enjoying dinner and conversation with AlaskaAV and Old No. 7.   Classic good time!!

and if everything keeps going the way its going, were gonna be doing that again.. (although this time your having a drink with us..)

[Old No.7 Avalanche]

That sounds like a good plan. I got to see what everyone up here does. I would like to meet up with the NY and NJ guys and roll from there. I'm not sure on the route they are planing. I just got to see what happens as it gets closer.

Does anyone know when Nopi Nationals is in Atlanta GA. It would be nics to be able to hit that too. I would like to go to that. I heard its awsome. I go to the Nopi show in NH everyyear and from what I hear the Nationals is 10 X better.

Hey KevMack as it gets closer we'll talk about it, cause right now its still too early to plan. But with 32+ hours were probably going to do a sleepover somewhere (unless we do the auto train). I can run for more than 12 hrs straight (Its in my job portfoilio ) but I can see something evil happening to our Av's if we push them that hard. #7

[KevMack]

Hey KevMack as it gets closer we'll talk about it, cause right now its still too early to plan. But with 32+ hours were probably going to do a sleepover somewhere (unless we do the auto train). I can run for more than 12 hrs straight (Its in my job portfoilio ) but I can see something evil happening to our Av's if we push them that hard. #7

Yeah, I hear you on that. My Avy is used to getting treated like a baby! She is going to hate this!!! 

[Tdybr27]

Do they rent out avalanches in Texas??? If I go I ain't going to bring mine. To far of a drive for my baby!!!

Yeah, I hear you on that. My Avy is used to getting treated like a baby! She is going to hate this!!! 

You bought a Chevy, not a F@rd, It'll make it just fine!   

[KevMack]

You bought a Chevy, not a F@rd, It'll make it just fine!   

  The only thing that is still on my truck that was made by Chevy is the Paint, Engine, and Drivetrain.

Now I'm on my 2nd transmission with only 40k on the truck and the Paint is changing this winter.

[NovaCycle]

Automobiles must be 65" or shorter in height. Vans must be 85" or less in height and I couldn't find anything to TX just VA-FL

The Auto Train operates every day of the year non-stop between Lorton, Virginia and Sanford, Florida. THIS IS ITS ONLY ROUTE.

Good to know Loggie! 

I haven't researched it much, but have considered it with my motorcycle for REALLY long trips. 

[KevMack]

Good to know Loggie! 

I haven't researched it much, but have considered it with my motorcycle for REALLY long trips. 

It was a good suggestion. A+++ 

[trannyman]

1 Passenger:   
Passenger 1:   Adult
   
   Rail Fare: $93.00 
   Accommodations/
Vehicle Price:   $220.00 
   
   Total: $313.00 
Thats the cost for the auto train. It adds about 300 more miles to the trip from the northeast but, I guess it's a trade off for less time behind the wheel overall.

But I looked on yahoo maps, If you go through Nashville its 1900 miles.

[NovaCycle]

It was a good suggestion. A+++ 

Kev .... your AV definitely looks babied! 

[KevMack]

Kev .... your AV definitely looks babied! 

Its my drug!!!

[NovaCycle]

Its my drug!!!

Then you OD'd big man!!

[KevMack]

Then you OD'd big man!!

  not yet. There are still mods to be made. When I can look at my truck and there is nothing left to do, then I have OD'd!!! LOL 

[NovaCycle]

not yet. There are still mods to be made. When I can look at my truck and there is nothing left to do, then I have OD'd!!! LOL 

Hahahaha!!

Then what??  Time to upgrade?? 

[chevydan]

The Autotrain runs from Lorton Va. to Sanford Fl.  Will not stop in Ga except for fuel.  Does not go West either.

[amd1900mp]

Yeah, I hear you on that. My Avy is used to getting treated like a baby! She is going to hate this!!! 

But your Avalanche Baby will love "it" once you are there.. 

[Alaska_AV.]

One of my favorite moments of the entire GTG this year was enjoying dinner and conversation with AlaskaAV and Old No. 7.   Classic good time!!

ya that was a fun night


  "We don't talk like that..."  

[MS03 2500]

1 Passenger:   
Passenger 1:   Adult
   
   Rail Fare: $93.00 
   Accommodations/
Vehicle Price:   $220.00 
   
   Total: $313.00 
Thats the cost for the auto train. It adds about 300 more miles to the trip from the northeast but, I guess it's a trade off for less time behind the wheel overall.

But I looked on yahoo maps, If you go through Nashville its 1900 miles.

I like your thinking plus I know a person that works for the Train folks. I'm going to look into getting a deal with them. It's 1400 miles from me.

[Z66 BUTCH]

The only Auto Train that I have found runs from Washington, DC area to Florida, I don't see how this would help us.......

[Sirshopolot]

I like your thinking plus I know a person that works for the Train folks. I'm going to look into getting a deal with them. It's 1400 miles from me.

Interesting ....keep us posted 

[KevMack]

Hahahaha!!

Then what??  Time to upgrade?? 

I want the (hope I spell it right) Cirbin V13R from Harly Davison. It cost $40,000 though  Not ever going to be able to get it seeing I just bought a house last year, but I can wish.

[Texascwgrl]

Yeah, I hear you on that. My Avy is used to getting treated like a baby! She is going to hate this!!! 

Ummm... when she sees all of the other purdy AVs, she will thank you!

Mine is a baby too, just anyone...
She only hauls @$$, MINE!  And sits in the garage until Sat and then takes a little spin to be returned to the garage. 

[Intimidatoruag]

you can always try these guys .... I see there rigs at least 3 times a week ...

http://www.reliable-carriers.com/features.cfm

[KevMack]

you can always try these guys .... I see there rigs at least 3 times a week ...

http://www.reliable-carriers.com/features.cfm

I looked in to this last week and the cheepest I found was $989 and thats one way. I made up my mind and I'm driving. I just got to see if I can get it off from work because that is our busy time. I just can't find any of my friends that want to go with me. Plus I have to trust the persons driving to help drive my truck.

P.S. I love BBQ and I heard there are some all you can eat BBQ places down there for like $10 !!! Can someone look in to that for me and maybe get some quality test on them so I can make sure to only hit the good ones!!! 

[Willyorca]

Has anyone here actually ever used the autotrain?

[chevydan]

Has anyone here actually ever used the autotrain?

Yes many times from Lorton VA to Sanford FL.  It is a nice way to travel to and from Florida.  It is the only route it runs as I said in my post above.  It takes cars, motorcycles and Trucks.  The cost varies by size of vehicle.  SNOWBIRDs run it in the Fall and Spring.

[KevMack]

I'm stealing this from Stealheadchaser's sig for my reason to go!!!

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
-Mark Twain

[Diamond Pete]

We'll not be able to attend, so please take tons of pics. I will be taking tons of pics here at the house of our baby which will be born just before this GTG.

Pete

[Texascwgrl]

Wow... we will be thinking of you!!!!

As far as that Mark Twain quote... I LOVE IT 

[MouSe-05]

I hope y'all have fun this year. The wife and I will be in Iraq during this time frame. Wish I could go.

[Texascwgrl]

Thank you for the wishes... we will be thinking of our friends in Iraq 

[Just_Jeepin]

I hope y'all have fun this year. The wife and I will be in Iraq during this time frame. Wish I could go.

Been there, done that X2. 

We'll be thinking of you and hoping you & the wife have uneventful deployments.  Keep your head down and stay safe. 

JJ

[Loggie]

I'm stealing this from Stealheadchaser's sig for my reason to go!!!

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
-Mark Twain

 

[Sirshopolot]

I'm stealing this from Stealheadchaser's sig for my reason to go!!!

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
-Mark Twain

I like

That should be the motto for the Nationals GTG

[Texascwgrl]

I like

That should be the motto for the Nationals GTG

Might have to work that in 

I really like it too!

[KevMack]

Might have to work that in 

I really like it too!

 

[djdollars69]

Hey all,
  I am in. I will be traveling from Maryland. Attended 2008 for 1st one in Tennessee, had great time. I will be towing camper (26') so will be camping out. Anyone from Maryland, DC, or Virginia, or from up north want to meet up and caravan down? We can stop at midway point (Tennessee) spend nite in camper (sleeps 6, so I have room).  I may travel through Wichita Falls, Texas way, and drop wife off for her to visit family, and then travel on to San Antonio, and pick her up on way back. So, if anyone wants to hook up and caravan down with me, I have room in camper during trip, and also during stay in San Antonio.
DJDOLLARS69

[MS03 2500]

Sounds like a good plan didollar

[Spork_Driver]

Hey all,
  I am in. I will be traveling from Maryland. Attended 2008 for 1st one in Tennessee, had great time. I will be towing camper (26') so will be camping out. Anyone from Maryland, DC, or Virginia, or from up north want to meet up and caravan down? We can stop at midway point (Tennessee) spend nite in camper (sleeps 6, so I have room).  I may travel through Wichita Falls, Texas way, and drop wife off for her to visit family, and then travel on to San Antonio, and pick her up on way back. So, if anyone wants to hook up and caravan down with me, I have room in camper during trip, and also during stay in San Antonio.
DJDOLLARS69

Stay tuned for campground information.  I'm still compiling the list 

[Chopped_Burban]

That's nothing...travel from Germany to AL for my first GTG

The plan: Come to GA, spend the night, we’ll head out together

Hey Loggie, why don't I fly in to Baghdad and meet up with you, and we can start here?



  I know you'll be gone by then. I'll still be here.

[backinblack934]

Hey I will be traveling from Saskatchewan down through the Dakotas and then down I 81, it seems my GF is not at all excited about attending!  So if any one would like to travel down there together in a Caravan that would be great! Sure would make the drive more enjoyable!

[Texascwgrl]

Spork Driver... I do appreciate you working on the camping stuff.

I am very glad you all are setting up caravans already.  I have traveled in a group and solo... in a GROUP is much more fun and really adds to the trip we call Nationals 

Besure that you all that are stating that you will be attending on this thread add yourselves to the attending list thread too 

[Spork_Driver]

Did I do that yet?  I don't remember    Oh BTW, my mom is ok with me missing the wedding as long as I make it to the shower.    So I am definitely in.

[Spork_Driver]

Hey I will be traveling from Saskatchewan down through the Dakotas and then down I 81, it seems my GF is not at all excited about attending!  So if any one would like to travel down there together in a Caravan that would be great! Sure would make the drive more enjoyable!

Peekingduck is in SD.  You should PM him to see if he is coming.  Maybe you can meet up.  The only other Canadians I know is B-BAD and his family from Ontario.  They were at Nationals in '07.

[msdinsp]

Only 19 hrs, 1215 miles for me, definitely doable.

[Just_Jeepin]

Only 19 hrs, 1215 miles for me, definitely doable.

Looking forward to seeing you again!

JJ 

[KevMack]

Hey I will be traveling from Saskatchewan down through the Dakotas and then down I 81, it seems my GF is not at all excited about attending!  So if any one would like to travel down there together in a Caravan that would be great! Sure would make the drive more enjoyable!

I'm in the same boat as you man!!! I'm trying to get my brother to go with me. But so far it looks like I'm riding solo.

[Spork_Driver]

Don't feel bad boys, I'm most likely going to rolling solo this year myself.  Not sure if the hubby is going to make it.  But I know he'll be doing his darnedest to be there.

[Texascwgrl]

Only 19 hrs, 1215 miles for me, definitely doable.

Yeah!!!!!

[Madison06AV]

Wow  ,

Hadn't seen this thread before.  I just got back from a trip to San Antonio and stayed at the Westin Riverwalk (on someone else's nickle).  It is one of my favorite cities to visit - the Alamo, the riverwalk, museums, great food, friendly people ...

Going to be hot in July though. 

I'm also interested in camping options.  1,261 miles according to Google.  I'm going to try to make it.

www.ironhorse129.com/avalanche


Tom

[Texascwgrl]

Going to be hot in July though. 

I'm also interested in camping options.  1,261 miles according to Google.  I'm going to try to make it.

www.ironhorse129.com/avalanche


Tom

Hot is only a state of mind... Make sure you sign up on the attendee thread

http://www.chevyavalanchefanclub.com/cafcna/index.php/topic,104794.0.html

[trannyman]

I'm in the same boat as you man!!! I'm trying to get my brother to go with me. But so far it looks like I'm riding solo.

I'm hoping we will have quite a few from the northeast to go Kev. We should have enough people going where we may be able to have someone help you with the driving. Hopefully my truck will be done by then, if not I'll need a ride too

[Madison06AV]

Texas Cowgirl,

Hot is only a state of mind... Make sure you sign up on the attendee thread

http://www.chevyavalanchefanclub.com/cafcna/index.php/topic,104794.0.html

So hot is only a state of mind ... Why not hop in your AV and come up and see me in Wisconsin in January.  Then tell me cold is only a state of mind  

Once I have my lady talked into this trip, I'll post in the sign up thread.

Everyone,

Here's the route Google suggests I take.



I'd love to Caravan along the way.  Anyone interested?

Tom

[Chopped_Burban]

Hot is only a state of mind... Make sure you sign up on the attendee thread

http://www.chevyavalanchefanclub.com/cafcna/index.php/topic,104794.0.html

If I make it, it should be nice and cool in San Antonio compared to Iraq 

[Texascwgrl]

I hear you Chopped_ Burban ...

Madison06AV,
I was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio area... Yeah I know what cold is already... that is why I live here 

It will be an enjoyable time and we will have water activites that you can par-take in 

[KevMack]

I'm hoping we will have quite a few from the northeast to go Kev. We should have enough people going where we may be able to have someone help you with the driving. Hopefully my truck will be done by then, if not I'll need a ride too

I'm just playing the waiting game till then. I'd like to meet up with the NY & NJ guys too like #7 and Tango. They seem like cool guys!!!

[KevMack]

It will be an enjoyable time and we will have water activites that you can par-take in 

Oh boy!!! I dont think anyone wants to see any of my skin!!!    But you know what you can look in to for me if you get a chance. All you can eat BBQ. This guy I talk to on the phone when ordering equipment for my company is out of Dallas and he told me about this place in Texas that has the best BBQ and its all you can eat for $10. Now thats what I want.  I been hoping he answers the phone when I call so I can ask him what it is called.

[Spork_Driver]

Texas Cowgirl,

So hot is only a state of mind ... Why not hop in your AV and come up and see me in Wisconsin in January.  Then tell me cold is only a state of mind  

Once I have my lady talked into this trip, I'll post in the sign up thread.

Everyone,

Here's the route Google suggests I take.



I'd love to Caravan along the way.  Anyone interested?

Tom

Going that route, you shouldn't have any problems meeting up with MoAv and them I would think.


BTW love the Avatar

[MS03 2500]

I was thinking of stopping in Tennessee overnight on my way down.

[Iceman6075]

                                                                                                                                                                                         I've been looking for reason to get back to San Antonio.                                                                                                              

[Texascwgrl]

I am so excited 

[farmguy]

San Antonio Rocks!!

[ken-drives]

Hey I will be traveling from Saskatchewan down through the Dakotas and then down I 81, it seems my GF is not at all excited about attending!  So if any one would like to travel down there together in a Caravan that would be great! Sure would make the drive more enjoyable!

WOW!!!!! Glad to hear it!!!!!

[ken-drives]

San Antonio Rocks!!

Farmguy knows what he is talking about!!!!!

[rangercliff]

Wish we could make it! San Antonio is a lot closer than last years Nationals, but work is really busy here that time of year and won't be able to come! Maybe next year! Sorry we'll miss it!

[Texascwgrl]

Sorry about not being to make it, but we do appreciate you checking out the thread! 
We will take plenty of pics again this year, for those unable to attend. 

You will be missed 

[olrac]

is their room for us canadians down there. this is first Avelanche.love to come.

[Spork_Driver]

Yeah CANADA!!!!

[Dave in tn]

We may be able to come. Our Daughter and Son-in-law live there. They are both stationed at Lackland. It's 1200 miles for us. We'll see what goes. Dave

[Texascwgrl]

We would love to have you all join us 

[Hop45]

OK, our plans for Charleston, SC this year seem to be changing. Our friends want to go earlier in the year, but we do not want to take the kids out of school for vacation. So, I told my wife we would just go in July and go to Galveston to see my folks. Have not been down there in a couple years and want to see the Ike damage in person and see friends we have no seen in a while. It just so happens that we were looking at the middle to end of July, so if we go att he time during Nationals, I hope to make it to S.A. for a day or 2. Won't be any more than that as we have not seen my family since October of 2007, so need to spend some time with them. Hope to make it!

[Texascwgrl]

OK, our plans for Charleston, SC this year seem to be changing. Our friends want to go earlier in the year, but we do not want to take the kids out of school for vacation. So, I told my wife we would just go in July and go to Galveston to see my folks. Have not been down there in a couple years and want to see the Ike damage in person and see friends we have no seen in a while. It just so happens that we were looking at the middle to end of July, so if we go att he time during Nationals, I hope to make it to S.A. for a day or 2. Won't be any more than that as we have not seen my family since October of 2007, so need to spend some time with them. Hope to make it!

Can I add you to the MAYBEEs 

[Hop45]

Can I add you to the MAYBEEs 

Absolutely put me as a maybe.  We will be in Galveston during that entire week. I REALLY need to visit with family as we have not seen them in quite a while, but might be able to make it Fri and /or Sat. Will talk to the wife as the dates get closer.

[Texascwgrl]

Done!

[Strobin'01]

Should be a go for me.

Got vacation that week.

[Texascwgrl]

Should be a go for me.

Got vacation that week.

GREAT... will be nice to finally meet you 

[Hugz]

 

[Alaska_AV.]

well it was a very hard desision..... were gonna have to miss this one.

have a blended one on us K

[Loggie]

you'll be missed

[Z66 BUTCH]

Sorry to hear that..........we wil see ya next year!!

[avz66]

you'll be missed

what he said 

[Vetman]

well it was a very hard desision..... were gonna have to miss this one.

have a blended one on us K

Ahhh Man, Just when I was looking run you off the track at the Go-Karts again. 

[Alaska_AV.]

that was just so much fricking fun!!!!!!



dang it all!

[Moddess]

well it was a very hard desision..... were gonna have to miss this one.

have a blended one on us K

Was looking forward to sign one of your shirt again. 

You and your family will be miss. You were a lot of fun.

By the way, did it ever came off?  LOL

[Alaska_AV.]

I haven't washed it yet, cherishing the memories!

[Moddess]

I haven't washed it yet, cherishing the memories!

 

[Texascwgrl]

Alaska AV... sorry to hear you wont be able to make it.  We will post pics throughout all the events, like last year...
YOU will be missed.

[anglarry04]

count me out...im gonna be deployed to afghanistan at the time...was looking forward to it.  My brother lives in san antonio

[Texascwgrl]

count me out...im gonna be deployed to afghanistan at the time...was looking forward to it.  My brother lives in san antonio

I am very familiar with the deployment thing.  Be safe.

[superdamo]

Ive been wanting to take a vacation with the wife, I might just have to see if I can use 1 of my 5 weeks of vacation that week

[AvalancheZ66]

imma try to be there

[Texascwgrl]

imma try to be there

Shall I add you to the Attendee list as a maybe 

[AvalancheZ66]

yes please

[Texascwgrl]

yes please

Got you added on the attendee list thread as a maybe 

[ChevLuv02]

So many of you do not know me but seeing as I am hijacking Dustis truck (the one who actually owns this SN) I figure I may as well Hijack his friends too LOL. I am from NY and if I can work it out I would love to attend. I just have to try and work things out with my son's father because I cant take a 14 month old baby on that long of a ride he'd hate me. If I can I would love to meet up with all you north easterners and caravan down. I'll keep you all updated as I figure things out.

[Loggie]

 

[Darth_Zed]

Do you need any help setting this up? I have some experience setting up cars shows and stuff like that, so let me know what you need.

Thanks!
Eddie

[Hugz]

Lets get it moving... 

[Texascwgrl]

So many of you do not know me but seeing as I am hijacking Dustis truck (the one who actually owns this SN) I figure I may as well Hijack his friends too LOL. I am from NY and if I can work it out I would love to attend. I just have to try and work things out with my son's father because I cant take a 14 month old baby on that long of a ride he'd hate me. If I can I would love to meet up with all you north easterners and caravan down. I'll keep you all updated as I figure things out.

We would love to meet you!  Please do keep us posted

[windtech]

Hey, I should be back down in Texas in a few more weeks for our next project (San Angelo area)....  I'll certainly make an effort to attend!

[Texascwgrl]

Hey, I should be back down in Texas in a few more weeks for our next project (San Angelo area)....  I'll certainly make an effort to attend!

Fantastic!  That is where JJ lives too 

[goodtimes8077]

I forgot all about about nationals  - and I'm heading to SC the first week of July for a fam reunion... but being that I actually live in SA Town and have over a month vaca time I should'nt have a problem popping in for a day or two.   

Hopefully next years nationals will be in South Jersey/Philly area.  That would give me a great reason to get back home... lol

SEE Y'ALL THERE!!

[Texascwgrl]

I forgot all about about nationals  - and I'm heading to SC the first week of July for a fam reunion... but being that I actually live in SA Town and have over a month vaca time I should'nt have a problem popping in for a day or two.   

Hopefully next years nationals will be in South Jersey/Philly area.  That would give me a great reason to get back home... lol

SEE Y'ALL THERE!!

Please make sure you register so you can get all of the goodies that come with a National event AND to help us with our beneficiary 

[vertabatt]

Wow, I just realized I will be in San Antonio for Nationals. I am doing officer basic at Fort Sam through the 27th. I will see if I can get some pass time to check things out! Unfortunately, I have no wheels though.

[Texascwgrl]

Wow, I just realized I will be in San Antonio for Nationals. I am doing officer basic at Fort Sam through the 27th. I will see if I can get some pass time to check things out! Unfortunately, I have no wheels though.

Wonderful!  I am sure we can get you to an event or two.

[Dave in tn]

What's the address for the meet? I hope we'll be able to come by. I think were not going to be able to leave here until the 17th. That would put us there late the afternoon on the 18th. We will probably get to the meet on Sunday. I would like to purchase t-shirts though. Dave

[Texascwgrl]

What's the address for the meet? I hope we'll be able to come by. I think were not going to be able to leave here until the 17th. That would put us there late the afternoon on the 18th. We will probably get to the meet on Sunday. I would like to purchase t-shirts though. Dave

Here is the address for the HOST hotel:
Drury Inn & Suites Northwest
(210) 561-2510
9806 W I-10, San Antonio, TX 78230
Cross Streets: Near the intersection of W I-10 and Colonial Sq 

AND

IF you can pick up your shirt, you may save shipping costs by sending me and email with how many and sizes.
chevytexascwgrl@yahoo.com

[Z66 BUTCH]

  Today is the day! The Nationals are officially under way, make sure to thank your great hostess for all of the time and planning that has gone into this event! Have a great GTG Melissa! 


Butch

[Texascwgrl]

Today is the day! The Nationals are officially under way, make sure to thank your great hostess for all of the time and planning that has gone into this event! Have a great GTG Melissa! 


Butch

Thank you Butch!!!!

[Sirshopolot]

Congratulations Melissa!!     I'm sure everyone will have a great time.

I had to work 14 hours yesterday and 9 hours today    total of 144 this 2-week pay period.  Not complaining, happy to have a job and work just wished we could have made it down for the party 

[Old No.7 Avalanche]

Same here Melissa #7

[avz66]

I had to work 14 hours yesterday and 9 hours today    total of 144 this 2-week pay period.

And how many hours are on the Club 

[Texascwgrl]

Looking forward to seeing more arrivals over the next few days 

[Strobin'01]

Looking forward to seeing more arrivals over the next few days 

Should be an Arrival blue showing up.

[Dave in tn]

Hey all. Were in San Antonio. I hope we will get to come over for a bit. Not sure though. Also just a heads up. Our truck got broken into Monday at the Cracker Barrel on the I-10 corridor not far from where the event is. The officer told us that it's a common happening through there. Keep an eye on your trucks. I lost a few things from the break in. I know it's just things but it makes me mad. Anyway, just keep your eyes open.Got to go for now. Hope to see everybody. Dave

[Sirshopolot]

Hey all. Were in San Antonio. I hope we will get to come over for a bit. Not sure though. Also just a heads up. Our truck got broken into Monday at the Cracker Barrel on the I-10 corridor not far from where the event is. The officer told us that it's a common happening through there. Keep an eye on your trucks. I lost a few things from the break in. I know it's just things but it makes me mad. Anyway, just keep your eyes open.Got to go for now. Hope to see everybody. Dave

That sucks!  They need a 

[ekgguy]

x2   

[Z66 BUTCH]

I didn't want to  the Keep it live! Nationals 09 thread but has anyone else noticed how much Melissa is smiling in all of those pictures? I am glad that the pressure is off and that she is having a great time! I just wish that it would have worked out so that we could have been there in person!

[Old No.7 Avalanche]

I didn't want to  the Keep it live! Nationals 09 thread but has anyone else noticed how much Melissa is smiling in all of those pictures? I am glad that the pressure is off and that she is having a great time! I just wish that it would have worked out so that we could have been there in person!

Absolutly Butch, I think if more of us got there it would of been an even funner (Is that even a word ) time. I am thrilled that at least we helped her out as much as we could and The turnout is great. #7

[Texascwgrl]

Thank you guys!  I did have a GREAT time 

[Willyorca]

I'm very glad to hear that Melissa!