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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #1 on: Sep 4th, 2003, 10:05pm » |
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I am partial to St Louis, MO as it is very close to me, plus I think the St Louis area has alot to offer, as we have Wash. U. here as well as one of the top hospitals in the country, Barnes Jewish Hospital. There are also tons of other stuff here, such as the Science center, the Zoo, anything that one wants to do as far as ciriccular activities. We have Lambert airport, tons of hotels, and several options as far as halls and such that can be rented for the event. Not to mention, if you stand away from a big map and point your finger at what you believe to be the center and I am sure you will be near St Louie. I know Elaine suggested Nashville, TN before but I thought about it last night and I was in Nashville awhile back and it is EXPENSIVE. Anyway, just a suggestion.
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #2 on: Sep 4th, 2003, 10:14pm » |
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on Sep 4th, 2003, 10:05pm, Carl_D wrote: There are also tons of other stuff here, such as the Science center, the Zoo, anything that one wants to do as far as ciriccular activities.
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We also have 5 casinos, 3 pro sports teams, light rail system, Six Flags, plenty of restaraunts and shopping malls and of course free tours AND samples at the Budweiser brewery...and for those who partake in such things there's plenty of strip clubs right across the river in Illinois 
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #3 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 1:13am » |
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I don't want to host the next convention. Face it......does anyone come to Philadelphia _Voluntarily_?
Never the less.........doesn't matter where the next convention takes place..........the most important factor is the ability to be off by ourselves. AC in the summer is a good thing as well. Ain't going for any joy rides, sight seeing, or fine dining. Going to meet CHeads......and the cheaper the better. Want to spend as much time with the group as possible in a central location 24/7, except for sleeping and meetings. Personally, I kinda find that to be the point. That's just me, tho. No class act here........
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« Reply #4 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 3:19am » |
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I'll second that Happy!
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #5 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 5:19am » |
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I agree with Happy. As long as the hotel/motel/cottage, whatever it is, has a general meeting place for all of us to hang out together is the most important thing. The last convention, I only left the grounds to eat a few times and a boat ride. Other then that, my ass was planted on that porch.
Oh and dont forget, there has to be a beer distributor near by... ;D Oh yea, I did leave one other night to go to the baah in the caah.
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« Reply #6 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 8:03am » |
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Lots of good suggestions.
Still no proposals.
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #7 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 8:31am » |
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Jonny should host it @ Foxwoods!!
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #8 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 8:39am » |
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I totally wish I had the time to host a convention here in New Hampshire....but 2 toddlers and a teen dont leave much time for that....BUT I am in the middle of tourist heaven here. Lakes Region, tons of beaches, the board walk, lotsa bars, great natural sights to see, places like Clarks Trading Post, scenic train rides, the mount washington boat, and lots of tax free shopping. Iknow there are a ton of hotels that could accomadate a large group of people also with meeting rooms etc.....Anyone near me wanna host it so I can go (hint hint nudge nudge ;D)
Ok kinda a useless post from me cause I can't host....sorry for wasting time.
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« Reply #9 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 8:43am » |
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Okay, I am a bit slow...what exactly does hosting the convention entail?
Carl D (who STILL hasn't slept yet again)
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« Reply #10 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 8:52am » |
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Click the link Carl. It's all there.
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« Reply #11 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 9:02am » |
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COOL!!!
I'd love to host. I am stupid in the fact I will try anything once. LOL.
I am racking my brain with the OUCHFest benefit, and think I bit off a lil more than I can chew, but the can of worms has been opened and there is no turning back now. We were discussing last night, (or was it today? I HATE not sleeping) if OUCHFest '03 is a success, this could become an annual event. Several people have said they will come, and I told Mike last night we are sure to draw people from all over to this event. I am sure the club owner will go for it, as it means business for him, and that is what counts in most clubs... what we call 'beer politics'. We won't provide alcohol, such as having a kegger, etc. You'll have to get your drinks from the bar, though I told Jonny when I see him the first pitcher of suds is on me.
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #12 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 10:50am » |
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ok, here's me whining....
Can we have it somewhere (anywhere) that isn't humid in the summer??
Just a suggestion... ???
Sorry to be a trouble maker!
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« Reply #13 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 11:14am » |
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If we recieve any proposals we will take your request into consideration. 
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #14 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 11:25am » |
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Thanks Don.
Do we have anybody in the Seattle area?
Don't get me wrong, wherever it is decided upon I'm definitely going next year. And I think some of the cities already suggested are cool cities, I just wouldn't normally voluntarily go there in the summer months.
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #15 on: Sep 5th, 2003, 12:46pm » |
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on Sep 5th, 2003, 10:50am, 9erfan wrote:ok, here's me whining....
Can we have it somewhere (anywhere) that isn't humid in the summer??
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Well so much for St Louis.
You haven't seen humidity until you've been here in July & August...we have weather you can wear.
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #16 on: Sep 7th, 2003, 2:31pm » |
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Well, if you want to avoid heat 'n humidity, Kansas City is NOT where you want to be (mid June thru August).
However, I recall that Milwaukee was kicked around as a possible site for 2003 last year. I'll bet it's a bit cooler, they got the beer places (for those who care).
Plus they got the BIG LAKE, etc., etc.
Anyone in the Milwaukee area up to the hosting job?
(I could probably come and help -- my sis and brother in law live there.)
Just a thought.
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« Reply #17 on: Sep 7th, 2003, 2:37pm » |
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Budapest, Hungary? 
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #18 on: Sep 8th, 2003, 12:10am » |
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Maybe a dumb suggestion but with cruises so cheap now and free food, etc...why not get a group booked and let's get a great deal and to to Hawaii or the Bahamas...what a convention that would be...just a suggestion ....smiles,nancyc
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #19 on: Sep 8th, 2003, 12:54am » |
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I like Nancy’s suggestion. A 4 day-3 night cruise to the Bahamas can be had for $500 or less per person. A 7 day cruise to the eastern or western Caribbean is about $700 to a $1000. That includes air travel to Florida and return home, all meals and buffets, nightly entertainment, swimming pools, hot tubs, work out spa. If the group is large enough (about 50 or more) they will usually toss in a meeting room and a bunch of freebies. Any good travel agent can arrange this sort of thing.
We’ve been on Carnival Cruise lines, Princess, an Italian ship line that I can’t remember the name of, thank goodness, it sucked big time. And just 3 weeks ago we were on the Norwegian Sky to Alaska.
Carnival is a great party line. Good for the 35 and under crowd. Great service.
Princess is very good with beautiful, huge ships. Great service.
Norwegian has beautiful ships. Mostly older, 45+, crowd. I’ve never seen more gray hair and wrinkles in one place in my life. The favorite item at the buffet was prunes.
If a convention was held in Nashville for example, how much is air fare, hotel room costs, all meals, entertainment, maybe a car rental going to cost for someone from NY or California? Compare it with the cost of a cruise and I think you’ll find more bang-for-the-buck with cruisin’.
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #20 on: Sep 8th, 2003, 1:34am » |
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Hey Bob,
Didnt you take a crusie on one of those great big boats this year? What was the name of that thing..as I remember it was HUGE!...I think I like this idea alot.....I like boats!
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« Reply #21 on: Sep 8th, 2003, 8:13am » |
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Nancy,
That is a super fuckin idea!
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #22 on: Sep 8th, 2003, 8:41am » |
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If it were held in St. Louis, I would actually be able to go. I live near Kansas City.
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« Reply #23 on: Sep 8th, 2003, 1:29pm » |
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If you can't find anyone to host a convention. Then pick the town you want it in and I will host the thing! Bob P proved you didn't have to live where the convention is to put one on!
If thats whats holding things up I would be happy to do it! I am sure Cat and some others would be more than willing to help! Just pick a place LOL!
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Re: Want to host the next OUCH Convention?
« Reply #24 on: Sep 8th, 2003, 5:12pm » |
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I agree with Happy and Suzy....when at a convention like this it is MOST EXCELLENT ta have a big area for all ta hang out and kick back and make noise 'most of the time'......and be able to be loud and stay up late as ya want (and aqoustic musical entertainment of guitars and harmonicas be allowed)......everyone purdy much wants ta hang tight. The resort last time was a great place fer that. Pam that was glad security didn't tell us ta STFU on that porch so late whoopin it up
A cruise would be super cool tho I admit...do they have vacines for Norwalk virus yet ? 
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