Why Haven't You Registered Yet?

[Just_Jeepin]

With the limited registrations, I am forced to ask the question:  Why Haven't You Registered Yet?   

Is it one of these reasons?   

- schedule isn't interesting
- economy / can't afford
- too far to travel
- not interested in attending

Or is there another reason altogether? 

Basically, I am trying to determine if there is something within our control (the committee) that would get more people interested in registering for Nationals or if it is really something beyond our control.

If you don't feel comfortable posting up, please send me a pm or e-mail (zemkoskyd@hotmail.com).   

JJ 

[Z66 BUTCH]

I think that you guys are doing a fantastic job with the planning and keeping the threads active. For the most part I would guess it is the uncertainty of the economy, for us it is health issues. I still hold hope that we can attend but it is not looking great for us..........if we can help in any other way just ask and we will do all that we can!


Butch

[Denman]

I know the Economy has put a strain on a lot of folks out there...I had to change my plans for attending because of work which was directly caused by the state of things and it has altered my vacation plans. I don't see a problem with the nationals location other then I hate heat,  and humidity, but that would not stop me You folks have done a wonderful job of setting up,  and bringing it to the folks for the nationals and my hat is off to you for it...but it is not in the cards for me this year and I will miss being there

[Tdybr27]

Two things for me... lackus fundus and the boss has that week scheduled for his vacation meaning I have to be here in the office.

[maverick1974]

Bad week, already had something scheduled for that week a year ago.

[amd1900mp]

I think it's sudden unplanned events and the economy.

I also feel you have been doing a fantastic job!

Keep up the great work,

Todd

[Hugz]

JJ I think you all are doing a great job..  I have talked to Melissa a few times over the last few months to offer up some ideas and support..  For me its getting the time off in the summer months..  I was able to do so last year, but this year one of my counterparts needed to be off..
Stay positive and for those that can make it give it your best..

Mike

[Texascwgrl]

Thanks for the replies.

[Bruizza]

I just don't have the funds to attend. 

[MS03 2500]

I just don't have the funds to attend. 

I have to ask, would you attend if it were closer to you. And can you put your location in your sig. We have many local events.

[Texascwgrl]

Thank you for the continued replies.

[james21]

I think the commitee has done a wonderful job this year, and I'm sure it will be a great event, lots of choices of things to do down there. A couple things that are keeping me from going 100% right now. First its about twice as far as last year in TN, I've mad the trip down south for the past 3 summers for the events in TN and AL, but TX is a bit far, and yeah the economy is putting a bit of a strain on me, not that I cant handle it. Second, so far there aren't anyone from my neck of the woods or at least for the northeast that have said they are attending, so that means that I am driving down by myself and driving back myself. Now I made the AL myself, and then the following summer to TN myself, last year at least I was able to hook up with a couple other AVs both ways. Now leaving the AV behind and flying out there may be an option for some, but for me it isn't an option, the only way I'm getting on a plane is if I'm tranquilized. So I'm basically stuck with the distance and the loneliness of the trip, and given the added length of it, its a little too long to talk to only myself, that gets old after an hour or two.

-James.

[Texascwgrl]

I think the commitee has done a wonderful job this year, and I'm sure it will be a great event, lots of choices of things to do down there. A couple things that are keeping me from going 100% right now. First its about twice as far as last year in TN, I've mad the trip down south for the past 3 summers for the events in TN and AL, but TX is a bit far, and yeah the economy is putting a bit of a strain on me, not that I cant handle it. Second, so far there aren't anyone from my neck of the woods or at least for the northeast that have said they are attending, so that means that I am driving down by myself and driving back myself. Now I made the AL myself, and then the following summer to TN myself, last year at least I was able to hook up with a couple other AVs both ways. Now leaving the AV behind and flying out there may be an option for some, but for me it isn't an option, the only way I'm getting on a plane is if I'm tranquilized. So I'm basically stuck with the distance and the loneliness of the trip, and given the added length of it, its a little too long to talk to only myself, that gets old after an hour or two.

-James.

Come on those from upstate!  SO many had said YES to coming and now that we are down to the wire what happen to everyone!  James needs a TRAVELING buddy, someone STEP UP!!!!!   

 

[Intimidatoruag]

I'm with the others ...

1) funds ....
2) uncertain ecomony - will I still have a job when I get back?
3) distance ....

and trying to drive that far with  6 and 9 year old girls ... forget it .... even with movies it would still be a LONG drive .... "are we there yet?"  .... "how about now?" .... grrrrrrrrrrr!

[07AvySS]

1) Just bought a house
2) Funds (see above)
3) Distance from Tampa

[Texascwgrl]

Thank you for the replies.

[Shels Land]

Can't afford it and too far (21+ hours drive one way).   

[grnxnam]

because its 1125 miles away
because I dont own an Avalanche
because I'm not going
because it TX in in the summer and I did that for 4yrs.....not fun

[Texascwgrl]

Can't afford it and too far (21+ hours drive one way).   

Yep, been there done that. 

Thank you for your reply.

[TexasAVY]

No reason for us not registering, will be doing that soon, probably this weekend.

[Texascwgrl]

No reason for us not registering, will be doing that soon, probably this weekend.

Wonderful 

[farmguy]

Melissa, I think you and your committee are doing a great job promoting this, but times are pretty tough.

I know I have had to make some major adjustments. In order to get the time off work, I still have to work. We have a guy that can do the broadcast portion of my program, but can't handle the prep/writing. As a result, I will be at the laptop a couple of hours each day writing and editing audio for him.

However, I'm willing to do that in order to attend this event. Just hope people won't think I'm anti-social when I disappear from some functions for a couple of hours.


SS: edited to remove political views as per Terms of Service

[Bruizza]

I have to ask, would you attend if it were closer to you. And can you put your location in your sig. We have many local events.

Just updated my sig.

I would attend if it was significantly closer like in Denver Colorado.  If it were closer it would be cheaper.  Plus I just bought my avy in April and joined the site.  I had no idea there were Nationals.  I would love to attend next years.  Now that I know about them I have more time to plan, save up money and vacation time to attend.  Even if I had the funds it still would have been tough to plan a vacation to San Antonio on 3 months notice with my work schedule. -

[Texascwgrl]

Just updated my sig.

I would attend if it was significantly closer like in Denver Colorado.  If it were closer it would be cheaper.  Plus I just bought my avy in April and joined the site.  I had no idea there were Nationals.  I would love to attend next years.  Now that I know about them I have more time to plan, save up money and vacation time to attend.  Even if I had the funds it still would have been tough to plan a vacation to San Antonio on 3 months notice with my work schedule. -

AGAIN, thanks for the replies in this thread.

[ShapeShifter]

- too far to travel

That's my main reason. 

(A secondary reason is being a northerner, I don't handle heat well.  )

There's nothing anyhone can do about either one.

-- SS

[Z66 BUTCH]

That's my main reason. 

(A secondary reason is being a northerner, I don't handle heat well.  )

There's nothing anyhone can do about either one.

-- SS

Cooling stations can drop the temp as much as 20 degrees...........

[Texascwgrl]

Yep, we have fans 

[Loggie]

PM sent

[SRFNSNO]

Would have really loved to come this year But.
Some major mods to AV and Suspension repairs. $,$$$
New Drive way.
And O Yea. the New 2110 Chevy Camaro (Its mine all mine) $$,$$$ PIF

[irontrain]

And O Yea. the New 2110 Chevy Camaro (Its mine all mine) $$,$$$ PIF

                       
Lucky @#$$#&@#.

[Hugz]

You all have a GREAT TIME..  So wish I could be there with you..!!!!!!

Come on now..  I know some of you want to attend!!!!!

[james21]

Due to my recent departure with some $$$$, its looking a little bleaker for me attending this year. I tell you I love my AV, I just hope I the rustproofing lasts this time.

-James.

[moosc]

 i want to go so bad had vacation and funds then 3 months ago i get fired what a sham that was... San Antonio  Tx was where i was born.  Ive been stalking your threads and very impressed in how your doing things. i just wish i could make. because driving for me is a piece of a cake so the distance wasnt a problem.

[Texascwgrl]

I understand many of these circumstances... thank you for your posts.

[Moddess]

For me, it's the distance. This summer, I will be spending it travelling with the kids and spending time back home with the family. I really considered flying from Canada but flying from my home town to Texas is not cheap.

 

   from  $1024 Roundtrip     
 
5:55 am Depart Rouyn-Noranda (YUY)
Arrive San Antonio (SAT) 3:29 pm  Fri 24-Jul
Duration: 10hr 34mn    Air Canada 8750  / 4651  / 3768
 Connect in Montreal (YUL), Chicago (ORD)

 
 I know I'm missing a hell of a GTG and I'll be sad to look at all the pictures. You all have fun! 

[Texascwgrl]

AND pictures we shall post!