Spring Fling

Folks, it's that time of the year again. It's time for a SPRING FLING!

It's been a long Winter and we deserve some fun. While we've all been trying to enjoy our bikes, trikes and other wind therapy activities this long Winter, there have been efforts ongoing to organize, set up and host the Spring Fling in Hattiesburg, MS. Spring Fling is a social event for all bikers and trikers but admittedly, it's mostly Honda riders. You meet the nicest folks on a Honda ya know.

We don't care what you ride or how you get here. Some folks ride in, some trailer in, some cage it, some fly in. Just get to Hattiesburg.

This event has grown each year. Last year (if I got the count right) we had folks from 12 different states seeking wind therapy, seeing old friends and meeting new ones. A good time was had by all who attended so, please circle the dates (31 March - 2 April) on your calendar and try to come. Lots of tire kicking in the parking lot and there's always the annual Lying Contest.

Folks ride just about every direction, but we do hope everyone will join in on the Danny McMillan Ride on Saturday. We know there's another Danny McMillan Memorial Ride later this year, but wanted to pay tribute to the man who was a friend to all of us. Not sure where that ride will go, that's up to the Ride Captain.

This year, the host hotel will be Millennium Inn, the former Red Lion. We've used this facility before and have been advised that most of our attendees prefer this type of facility where they can park their bike/trikes just outside their door. The Millennium Inn is located near several eating establishments, fuel station and a Class Six (Spirits) store for those who partake. For those who prefer to spend more, there are four other hotels within a short walking distance. If you are one that prefers the more expensive hotel, let me know and I'll provide the contact information.

Coordination with our local weatherman has been done and we have been guaranteed superb weather for this event. Hey, he's right about half the time.

I've coordinated and negotiated with the Ground Zero hotel for a greatly discounted rate. Rooms at the Millennium Inn will be $55.00 per night, doesn't matter if you want a room with two beds or a king, same price. Be sure to ask for the Spring Fling Discount.

If, you want a ground floor room, I'd suggest you make your reservations sooner than later. While there are a bunch, they go fast.

Spring Fling 31 March - 2 April, 2023

Ground Zero:

Millennium Inn
4301 Hardy Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
601-264-8080

Angela (the manager) personal cell number.
(601) 516-2565

Please contact me directly and let me know that you're coming, I'll be keeping a tally of those attending for all kinds of reasons but coordinating this event can be a challenge if you don't know how many folks are coming.

I am going to ask each attendee to do me a personal favor, find me and introduce yourself. I'll be easy to spot, the really good-looking dude riding a Honda Valkyrie. Any changes needing to be announced will be on this initial posting.

Edit 1: Cancelation Policy: 24 + hours advanced cancelation won't be a problem I'm told but, cancelation within 24 hours will depend on how good your excuse is. So if it's not a good one and the evening of 31 March, you may have to pay for a room.

Edit 2:
States with people who have committed in the order of commitment, not alphabetical order (obviously).

MS, KS, FL, AL, AZ, OH, NC, LA, TN, GA, TX, SC, MO, AR, VA, OK, KY and IL

Gave up trying to keep up with who/how many were coming from each state.

Edit: 3
I've arranged for the Magnolia Grill Food Truck to come to Ground Zero hotel on Saturday about 1800 hours (that's 6:00 PM for you civilians) and serve some pretty good food. Here's what we've decided are their most popular items and prices that will be available.

Magnolia Grill
Meals come with 2 sides
Fried Catfish Dinner $14.00
Fried Pan Trout Dinner $11.00
5 Pc Grilled Whole Wings $12.00
Rib Tip Dinner $12.00
Pork Ribs Dinner $14.00

Sandwiches
Hamburger w/side $6.00
Pull Pork w/side $8.00
Polish Sausage w/side $7.00
Grilled Pork/Beef Sausage w/Cheese
Hot Dogs $3.00
Salad
Chef Salad w/ Grilled Chicken $12.00
(lettuce, tomatoes, onion, cucumber, & cheese)

Sides extra $3.00
Cajun Rice Potato Salad
French Fries Cole Slaw
Load Mash Potatoes Bake Beans

Drinks $1.00
Coke Diet Coke
Sprite Diet Sprite
Orange Strawberry
Dr Pepper Lemonade

Deserts
Pound Cake $3.00
Banana Pudding $3.00

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