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Title: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Batch on Sep 21st, 2007, 4:07pm The deadline for bid submission for hosting the 2008 O.U.C.H. Convention has been extended. We will now be accepting candidate site proposals until 10/18/2007. We are preparing a Request for Proposal (RFP) template that contains our convention requirements and a draft Program Schedule. We are also preparing a Checklist and Proposal template for host teams use in submitting candidate proposals for consideration. These templates and checklist supplement the guidance O.U.C.H. presently provides at the following link under the title of: “Want to Host an O.U.C.H. Convention?”: http://www.ouch-us.org/gatherings.htm We will post these documents in PDF and MS Word format for download within a week to ten days. The suggested method for obtaining bids from two or preferably three hotels/lodges in the candidate city is to fill out the Point of Contact information on the RFP and submit it to the local visitors bureau in your city. They will send out the RFP to all area hotels/lodges with conferencing facilities within shuttle range of the local international airport. These hotels/lodges will then bid via a proposed contract for our business. The host team will then assemble the bids, select the best two or preferably three, and submit using the proposal template. This process insures that host teams have a level playing field, and that we receive the best prices for the proposed conference location. If the local visitors bureau is unable to provide this service, you will need to take the RFP to candidate hotels/lodges within shuttle range of the local international airport and discussing the requirements with their conference and food services coordinators in order to receive a bid. They are in business to do this, and should provide you with bid containing an accurate cost estimate or range of estimates depending on the number of attendees. Thank you for your patience. V/R, Batch |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by E-Double on Sep 21st, 2007, 9:03pm Bumpety bump to ensure peeps will host in a resort like hotel with things to do in the area :-* |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Linda_Howell on Sep 21st, 2007, 9:21pm Kimberly(Kayarr) Brian and CathiP, who has sent in the proposal for Portland, told me that her house sits on several acres near the hotel and her and her husband would love to have a BBQ on one of the nights at her place. She has a lovely patio, so smoking is no problem like it is at the Hotels.. good food, clean air, and her and her husband are master pie bakers. One other thing I;'d like to mention is that for Helen and possibly Svenn and Bente who would be coming in from across the Atlantic and the flights would be longer to Portland.....well it seems to me that Helen has a place she can go if she came in ealrier (NY) and so does Svenn (No. Carlolina) and then they could spend some rest/visit (just like last year) time and then get on a plane the same as anyone one of us would, and fly to Portland. See? problem solved ;;D |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by UN solved on Sep 21st, 2007, 9:26pm The template is a great idea !! Super job. I may just have to throw in a proposal for my local city, Louisville, Kentucky. It really is a nice place with lots to do. If it's not in Louisville soon, maybe in the future !! Good job Batch ! UNsolved |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by BMoneeTheMoneeMan on Sep 21st, 2007, 9:30pm I think I know someone who just might jump right on that Kentucky bandwagon. ;;D Kentucky is beautiful fo' sho'. |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by nani on Sep 21st, 2007, 9:36pm Thanks for the update, Pete. Just out of curiosity, has there been more than one proposal submitted in the past? |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Batch on Sep 22nd, 2007, 12:47am Nani, I'm just your friendly O.U.C.H. spokesperson... but suspect them's in the know will let us know the answer to your question in short order. Take care, V/R, Batch |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by tanner on Sep 22nd, 2007, 2:00am on 09/21/07 at 21:21:34, Linda_Howell wrote:
:-* :-* :-* [smiley=wave.gif] bye for a week or so. no worries......tim |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by LeLimey on Sep 22nd, 2007, 9:42am on 09/21/07 at 21:21:34, Linda_Howell wrote:
Just to correct this - the cost would be astronomical and out of my reach to do this. I will not be going to any conventions that are outside of a hub in future. It crucifies me having to get on more than one plane, I can barely walk after the transatlantic flight as it is and I'm in a lot of pain for a couple of days afterwards. To get to Portland from Sracuse is at least two planes, getting to Syracuse this time took me three flights and was agonising thanks to my crappy bone disease. I could rest here as you say but tell me how I'd do that at a convention?? And tell me why I'd pay out all that money to lie on a bed in a hotel room in pain? Ain't happening! I won't do that for a three day trip. Simple as that. |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Redd on Sep 22nd, 2007, 11:04am I agree with Helen in that for the vast majority of us, it is cost prohibitive to have to take multiple flights across country, let alone across nations to attend a 3 day venue. For cost considerations of incoming speakers, a major Hub such as Chicago oHare would be ideal. Multi year commitments to the same site annually would open negotiations to bring down costs dramatically. People can plan ahead for 1-3 years if need be knowing the location and watch for deals on flights well in advance. Just my 2 cents. |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by M.R. on Sep 22nd, 2007, 1:19pm I have never had a good flight through Chicago...the place sucks.....I'd rather drive to New York again. My 1.34 cents Mike |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by purpleydog on Sep 22nd, 2007, 2:03pm I don't see anything wrong with Chicago as a venue (for example), however, O'Hare airport is HUGE. Everytime I've flown to Portland, it's always me landing at one end of the terminal, and having to hike it all the way to the other end of the terminal, sometimes barely making my connection. Or getting to the connection, and finding the flight has been delayed (very common, due to weather conditions, or overcrowding), or even cancelled. A place that has an international airport that is smaller would be a big plus in my book. And I hear ya Helen. It sucks to fly, and then arriving not feeling the greatest, and having to take a couple days to recover is not my favorite thing to do. |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Kirk on Sep 22nd, 2007, 2:08pm Louisville sure sounds good to me. Its a bit far East. But its a pretty nice place. Or is anybody in St. Louis? [smiley=smokin.gif] [smiley=twocents.gif] |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by E-Double on Sep 22nd, 2007, 2:31pm Wouldn't a mid western big city place like milwaukee was be the best idea because it is central. People from the East come and peeps from the west come. Having a convention where many can make it and there are tons of activities to engage in when there is downtime seems to be the best bet in my opinion. As much as I love my cigarettes, beer and coffee there needs to be more to do than sitting on a patio chain smoking. Consider those who do bring kids it is not fair to bring a spouse and infant to a place where they can not even go out for a bite or walk to a mall with a group or alone. again just my 2 sheckel |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by BlueMeanie on Sep 22nd, 2007, 3:05pm Regardless of where the convention is held, I would recommend that the hotel be within 15 miles of the city. Most people do not drive to the convention and to visit and/or even see the skyline would be a plus. I vote for Nashville. ;;D |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by ShariRae on Sep 22nd, 2007, 5:49pm Just throwin this out there before I get a$$ deep in anything..but would anybody be interested in coming to Niagara Falls NY for a convention? Much Love Shari |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Kirk on Sep 22nd, 2007, 6:52pm I still think Portland is the place t o go next year. It has lot's to do, downtown isn't far away, or if the hotel is downtown, yer already there. It meets all the criteria for a convention, and there are things to do. For people of all gaes, heights, and gender LOL. The mountains are beautiful, and you can go to Mt. Hood. And the pacific ocean isn't too far away. Chris (masquerading as Kirk) |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Lotus on Sep 22nd, 2007, 7:05pm Anyone interested in coming to Sydney ? :P |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Jimi on Sep 22nd, 2007, 9:50pm Yeah I am. Or Portland, or Chicago, or St Louis, or Nashville, or Louisville or Niagra Falls. Don't matter to be. |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Lotus on Sep 23rd, 2007, 5:53pm I wonder if for some the airfare to Sydney Australia may not be that much more than across US ? I would love to play host here to anyone, as well as conferences :) You are all invited and welcome, any time :-* |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Updatea Post by Batch on Sep 23rd, 2007, 7:05pm Lotus, I for one would be at the head of the line for a trip to Sydney... Freemantle and Perth too for that matter... You see, I'm one Yank that's been down under many times over the last 35 years. I've also been in wild sailing regattas on both coasts and loved every minute of it. You folks really know how to through a world class bash. I really like Bundy & Coke... ;;D Take Care and G'day Mate! V/R, Batch |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by HeadhurtinMama on Sep 23rd, 2007, 7:29pm Sorry Annette, but I won't be making it down under any time soon. Curiosity got the best of me and I checked airfare from Chicago to Sydney and it was $2600. :o :o :o Bridget |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Rosybabe on Sep 23rd, 2007, 7:40pm on 09/23/07 at 19:29:59, HeadhurtinMama wrote:
oh but it is worth it!! Australia is beautiful!!! one of these days...one if these days...I will be rich!! 8) from Houston is only...$1800 ;;D |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by HeadhurtinMama on Sep 23rd, 2007, 7:48pm [quote author=Rosybabe link=board=general;num=1190405234;start=0#22 date=09/23/07 at 19:40:42] oh but it is worth it!! Australia is beautiful!!! one of these days...one if these days...I will be rich!! 8)/quote] I know it would be worth it, but with two little boys, my trip to Australia will have to wait until they are out of the house or I win the lotto! Bridget |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Charlie on Sep 24th, 2007, 1:08am Niagara Falls. Count me in. It's 90 miles by bus. Lots of gambling too on both sides now. I could afford it. Oh.....it ain't body temperature in July either and if you get close enough, you don't need to take a bath. Charlie |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by wildhaus on Sep 24th, 2007, 4:01pm on 09/23/07 at 19:29:59, HeadhurtinMama wrote:
and you think that is a lot of $$ I would have to pay Swiss Intl Airlines Flight 1072 12:20pm Zurich, Switzerland (ZRH) 8:00pm - Thu, Sep 27 Next day arrival Sydney, Australia (SYD) 23hrs 40min - 2 Stops Change planes in Frankfurt, Germany (FRA) Change planes in Bangkok, Thailand (BKK) $3,621 per personSelect or: Swiss Intl Airlines Flight 182 10:45pm Zurich, Switzerland (ZRH) 12:45pm Arrive on Fri, Sep 28 Sydney, Australia (SYD) 30hrs- 1 Stop Change planes in Bangkok, Thailand (BKK) $7,569per person ECONOMY/BUSINESS CLASS Thai Airways Intl Ltd Flight 995 Annette, and we are a famely of 4! and by the time we get to Sydney we can just get on the next flight so we can make home on time for School and work.......... Would love to go and see Australia...... and see you Anette and your famely............ I will just have to rob a bank first............ with my luck I will never win in the lotto......... or, I will have to put some more hours at work....... Micahel |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Tiannia on Sep 24th, 2007, 4:41pm Quote:
Do you think that the judges would consider it temp insanity? Just tell them you where getting hit and needed the money for imitrex. But to be very honest. I know that for a lot of people the west coast is tough, just for the same reasons that the east coast is impossible for me. I do hope that the convention is in Portland just for the simple reason that I might get a chance to meet even one more CH'er and give my husband a chance to meet another supporter and see that he is not alone in this. I have no idea what there is to do in Portland. I have not been there yet. It woud greatly help if we planned these conventions for 2008 and 2009 this year so that epople could get an idea od cost and maybe get a good air fair planning it a year in advance rather then 6 months at the most. Then next year with 2009 already chosen people could put in for hosting 2010. Just a suggestion. Tia |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Brewcrew on Sep 24th, 2007, 4:49pm The perfect politically correct solution is to have a virtual convention - a party in our CPU's for four days. It doesn't cost any more than what each of us pay right now for internet access. Coming back to the real world, it has to be somewhere, so some of us will be able to go and others of us will not. It's the way the world works. Life is tough sometimes. Get a helmet. |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by wildhaus on Sep 24th, 2007, 4:58pm on 09/22/07 at 21:50:53, Jimi wrote:
I will join you........... as long as you tell how to get to, what was it.......... Louisville...... never been there, is it in the US....? ;;D the other citys I have been so I most likely will find my way there......... well not so positive about it...... with not many braincells still properly active in my head..... But I will be there...... Marta (my wife) will make all the needed moves so I dont find any excusess to skip it..... She relly thinks its good for me to see you all..... I wonder........ will see........ Michael |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Jimi on Sep 24th, 2007, 6:10pm Well Michael I just live up the crick and across the holler from Louisville so I can get you there. (I know you don't have a clue what I am talking about) Ever heard of the Kentucky Derby Horse race? That is in the city of Louisville. In the state of Kentucky. Where I live. We are known for our fast horses and fast women. Oh yeah and bourbon whiskey.......and moonshine and of course, Muhammed Ali. ;;D Oh yeah, and Unsolved lives there too. :) |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Jimi on Sep 24th, 2007, 6:13pm Oh and one more thing..... Quote:
Of course she does.. We taught you how to hug. ;;D |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by BMoneeTheMoneeMan on Sep 24th, 2007, 6:30pm Kentucky burboun........yummyyyyyyyy |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on Sep 24th, 2007, 6:48pm Passed through Kentucky many years ago and thought it was the prettiest place I'd ever seen. Would love to go back there one day. Perhaps when I retire, I'll just get in my car and tour all of the places I think I'd like to see. Carol |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by cash5542 on Sep 24th, 2007, 7:04pm What about Denver? Not in the city but one of the samll towns right outside. The airport is international and I have always had good service there. Colorado is gorgeous in the summer. It's pretty central for most of us. Any one live near there? I guess Sarasota and Philadelphia are out?? DC area has great international airports too but maybe it's too close to Richmond. I like Niagra Falls too! |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Jimi on Sep 24th, 2007, 7:09pm I would love to be your tour guide thru the bluegrass state and you always have a place to stay Carol. That goes for anyone. We are retired and live in a big house. Anyone passing thru will always have a room waiting for you. |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on Sep 24th, 2007, 7:17pm on 09/24/07 at 19:09:19, Jimi wrote:
You are a true Southern gentleman! Thank you - you just never know, one day I may take you up on that offer. Carol |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Lizzie2 on Sep 24th, 2007, 10:00pm on 09/24/07 at 18:10:20, Jimi wrote:
And I was born there!! But haven't been back since I was a kid!! Would actually love to go back to Louisville someday to see what it's like now! I have memories, but not of downtown Louisville, since I was too young. I used to live at 2705 Durbing in Jeffersontown and was born at Baptist East Hosp! :) My old Kentucky home.....humming now.... My dad ran in the Kentucky Derby Marathon. :) I have pics of him pushing me in the stroller, wearing his race number! hehe And I do love some good ole Derby Pie and Mint Julips! :) As Cash said - are Philly and Sarasota out? Is anyone still working on proposals for those cities? Just curious!! I never end up being able to go anyway because it's always the end of the week of my family vacation down the Jersey shore!! But if it were in Philly, I could definitely go! hehe Maybe someday!! PF wishes, Carrie :) |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Charlie on Sep 25th, 2007, 1:11am Rode around the track at Churchill Downs in a Volkswagen bus in 1962. I kid you not. Charlie |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Kevin_M on Sep 25th, 2007, 1:43am on 09/25/07 at 01:11:35, Charlie wrote:
'62 Derby winner was Decidedly. Sounds like you rode Decided by Moonshine. still Kentucky bred though. ;) |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by artonio7 on Sep 29th, 2007, 12:35pm on 09/21/07 at 16:07:14, Batch wrote:
Bump. ;;D with warm regards, Tony |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by nani on Sep 29th, 2007, 12:37pm on 09/21/07 at 21:36:11, nani wrote:
Thanks for reminding me, Tony. Is there an answer to my question yet? Respectfully, nani |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by sandie99 on Sep 29th, 2007, 3:22pm I'd be more than happy to host one here in Finland if my ch brothers & sisters could join me from abroad. Maybe one day Timo & I can fullfill our dream of travelling across the USA - and, you know, bother many of you along the way. ;;D Sanna |
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Title: Re: O.U.C.H. Convention 2008 Update Post by Charlie on Sep 29th, 2007, 3:31pm Quote:
I should have added that it was a guided tour for displaced Yankees. Wish I had a picture. Charlie |
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