Carolina in June

[Flrider]

Jack if I am the number 7 I do not have a room reserved. I am sharing a room with Jeff McKay.

Ok,  Thanks Roger  



Here is the list of the reservations so far:

1. Jeff Parker
2. Jack
3. Pappy and Lesa
4. Roger and Jeff McKay
5. Mike and Liz ( staying nearby )
6. James
7. Jeff and Erlene

[Jess from VA]

Jess from Va mentioned it too.

OK, I was kinda waiting for an invite to my earlier post (since it is a FL crowd). I took this as an invite. 

Just registered.  Told I was the last one together with the main/original group of rooms.  Told there are other rooms still blocked, on the other side (at the cheaper $79).

I have two queens.  I hope they don't snore or have excessive flatulence. 

Looking forward to meeting you guys.  And leaving the white Winter outside my windows behind.

Nice combat ride down 81; 506mi, 8hrs.

[Flrider]

Welcome to the Florida group Jess 


Here is the list of the reservations so far:

1. Jeff Parker
2. Jack
3. Pappy and Lesa
4. Roger and Jeff McKay
5. Mike and Liz ( staying nearby )
6. James
7. Jeff and Erlene
8. Jess from VA

[Jess from VA]

Dankashern, mein herr. 

[FloridaValkRyder]

Jess from Va mentioned it too.
OK, I was kinda waiting for an invite to my earlier post (since it is a FL crowd). I took this as an invite. 
Just registered.  Told I was the last one together with the main/original group of rooms.  Told there are other rooms still blocked, on the other side (at the cheaper $79).
I have two queens.  I hope they don't snore or have excessive flatulence. 
..Ok that's just funny! 
Looking forward to meeting you guys.  And leaving the white Winter outside my windows behind.
Nice combat ride down 81; 506mi, 8hrs.

Then you took it correctly Jess. We would be honored to have you join us. We would actually welcome any one who wants to ride up, down or over to Maggie. We have talked about this Florida Group trip for a long time. Looks like the stars are in alignment for us this year!! Look forward to meeting you too! The ride down I-81 is one of my favorites for an interstate.

[Jess from VA]

81 can be a blast or a PITA.

Nice scenery, nice whoops up and down, and it can move.

But sometimes the trucks own both lanes, slowing way down up every hill, forever.  And with that many trucks, you really have to watch for exploding gators (tires) and big remnants in the road.  And the VA State Troopers probably earn a large percentage of the entire State Police budget on 81.  And a lot of the small towns along the route will have a local LE staking out their own exit for a share of the prize money.  

The cops love to sit just over the rise of long steep uphills.  You are so tired of following trucks slowing 15-20mph up big hills, you finally get an opening and launch big-time with a big smile, up and over the hill, right into lidar-radar standing in the median.  Do stupid stuff, earn stupid prizes.  

Even with a 70mph limit, in VA at 80 and up, they have the option of taking you from the scene in cuffs.  Not that it happens often, but it needs to be kept in mind.

5-7 over constant is a good practice.  

[Pappy!]

Welcome to the Florida group Jess 


Here is the list of the reservations so far:

1. Jeff Parker
2. Jack
3. Pappy and Lesa
4. Roger and Jeff McKay
5. Mike and Liz ( staying nearby )
6. James
7. Jeff and Erlene
8. Jess from VA

I believe Mike and Cathy from Mississippi have reservations to be with us as well.

[FloridaValkRyder]

I believe Mike and Cathy from Mississippi have reservations to be with us as well.

The more the merrier I say!! Looking forward to meeting some new folks. I'm going to call them Monday and see if they can block some more rooms for us. I think she may have done it already as I told her originally that we may need as many as 12 or more.

[Flrider]

I believe Mike and Cathy from Mississippi have reservations to be with us as well.

Thanks Casey, just got confirmation from Cathy and they do have reservations as well, so one more reservation added.
That should take care of the first group of 8 rooms that were blocked for us

Here is the list of the reservations so far:

1. Jeff Parker
2. Jack
3. Pappy and Lesa
4. Roger and Jeff McKay
5. Mike and Liz ( staying nearby )
6. James
7. Jeff and Erlene
8. Jess from VA
9. Mike and Cathy




Jeff, you might want to give the hotel a ring to see where we stand with blocking additional rooms.

Thanks Jeff

Never mind, you beat me to it as I was typing this post 

[FloridaValkRyder]

Sent them an email Jack. I have asked them to block an additional 6 rooms for us as  I don't know how many others from Florida will be going...anyone..anyone..Bueller???

[billyboy]

Hoping to make this just, not sure if I can take a week off being that I just started work
and all. I'll talk the manager and see what he says. Just can't say right now.

[flsix]

Billy you just need to use the power of persuasion. If that doesn't work threaten to go in to work in those Daisy Duke shorts that look so spanky.

[Flrider]

Hoping to make this just, not sure if I can take a week off being that I just started work
and all. I'll talk the manager and see what he says. Just can't say right now.

Hope things work out and you can make it, it would not be the same without you there.

Who are we going to pick on 

[FloridaValkRyder]

Hope things work out and you can make it, it would not be the same without you there.

Who are we going to pick on 

Usually who ever isn't there.....

[Sweetlips]

Wooooo hooooo.  So excited to see everyone and meet a few new ones!   Can't wait and yes out reservation was made the day somebody posted the list of rooms. Lol.  And I've been very nice in informing my employees the better not dream of needing a day off that week. Lol. Mike will not be on his valk:(.  He is selling it (silly boy).  He bought a triumph rocket iii.  But we won't hold it against him.  He he.   Can't wait to see all of yall!!!

[Valkahuna]

I wish I could make this, but Viv and I are in Vegas during that time at a reunion of my AirForce buds from Okinawa many, many years ago. No, not WWII, I'm not that cursed old! 

Sounds like a good time though. 

[Grumpy]

Let me know if they block some additional rooms, I have talked my self into going if I can get a room.

[FloridaValkRyder]

I got an email back today from Smoky Falls. They still have rooms available in the stone building. They will honor our rates for as long as rooms are available. There are some rooms in the one and two story buildings but not until June 1st or 2nd. Here is what she sent to me:

Florida Valkyrie Group
May 31st thru June 5th 2015

Mount Valley Building
       
100-Apt (3 bedroom)

101-K/Q Suite                                 

102-K/Q Suite
XX available the 1st

103-Q                                             

104-Q                                             
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

105-Q                                             

106-2Q                                           

107-K(Jacuzzi) Honeymoon Suite

2nd Floor

108-K/Q Suite                                 

109-K/Q Suite

110-K
XX available the 1st

111-Q                   
Mount, Jeff

112-Q                                             

113-2Q                                           

114-Q                                             

132-K/Q Suite

2 Story Log Building 1st& 2nd  Floor

115-2K/Q                                             
XX available the 1st

116-2Q                                     

117-2Q                                   
XX  available the 1st

118-2Q                                             
XX  available the 1st

119-2K/Q                                             

120-2Q                                     
Garick, Mike

121-2Q                                   
XX  available the 1st

122-2Q                                             
Lynn, Casey

Single Story Log Building

123-K/LR                                     
XX  available the 1st

124-2Q                                                                   
Alvarez,Jack

125-K                                                                       
Parker, Jeff

126-2Q
McKay, Jeff

127-2Q                                                                     
XX  available the 2nd

128-2Q                                                 
Dye James

129-2Q                                                 
XX  available the 1st

130-2Q                                                 
Johnson, Jess

131-K                 
XX  available the 1st

[billyboy]

Looks like I might be going.     I'll know more soon. I hope so. Sure would be nice to make
fun of somebody else for a change.   

[Pappy!]

 Billy Boy....very cool! Look forward to sharing some of that higher altitude wind with you again!

[Flrider]

Looks like I might be going.     I'll know more soon. I hope so. Sure would be nice to make
fun of somebody else for a change.   

Come on man...........   YU KAN DO IT 

[flsix]

Billy that is good news

Hope it really works out.

[FloridaValkRyder]

Let me know if they block some additional rooms, I have talked my self into going if I can get a room.

Glad to hear it Bill, they still have rooms available at our group rates.

Looks like I might be going.     I'll know more soon. I hope so. Sure would be nice to make
fun of somebody else for a change.   

Good on you too Billy. I have to request these types of things so far in advance it's just stupid. You have to do what you have to do. I'm not one of the one's who makes fun of you either! 

I wish I could make this, but Viv and I are in Vegas during that time at a reunion of my Air Force buds from Okinawa many, many years ago. No, not WWII, I'm not that cursed old! 
Sounds like a good time though. 

Wish you could make it too Pete. Nice to see your old friends though, besides, you ol' WWII vets are getting few and far between 

Still hoping you can work something out too John.
All of y'all who are thinking about it should go ahead and make reservations. You can always cancel. She told me the place starts filling up the closer we get to the Summer season.

[DD]

bummer, we'll be just back from another trip and nether of us can take anymore time that quick.    have a great time and looking forward to the pics and stories. [lies] 

[billyboy]

Looks like I'm going.     Woo Hoo!!!!!! I'll probably leave on Saturday 5/30 and head back
on Thursday or Friday. Will be great to see everyone up there.   

[Flrider]

Looks like I'm going.     Woo Hoo!!!!!! I'll probably leave on Saturday 5/30 and head back
on Thursday or Friday. Will be great to see everyone up there.   

Alright brother, glad you got the work thing worked out 

Looks like 15 riders so far

Here is the list of the reservations so far:

1. Jeff Parker
2. Jack and Billy
3. Pappy and Lesa
4. Roger and Jeff McKay
5. Mike and Liz ( staying nearby )
6. James
7. Jeff and Erlene
8. Jess from VA
9. Mike and Cathy

[IamGCW]

Hmmm Jack and Billy in room 107-K....

Looking at the trip myself.  Decision will be last minute and only if I don't head west to Spearfish.

Gil & Crystal

[FloridaValkRyder]

Good for you Billy, glad you were able to get off work.  I'll be trailering up so won't be leaving until Sunday morning most likely. The numbers keep growing!   

[John Schmidt]

I have posed the question to my resident bed warmer, see if I can join you. Somebody needs to chaperone this bunch. 

I would most likely also trailer up if I was able to go, time will tell.

[Flrider]

Hummmm.......  notice how Billy joins the group and now all of the sudden we need a chaperone so no one gets in trouble 

Hope you can make it John

[flsix]

Coincidence?

[John Schmidt]

Hummmm.......  notice how Billy joins the group and now all of the sudden we need a chaperone so no one gets in trouble 

Hope you can make it John

Jack, the chaperone was probably needed before he signed up. Now more of a necessity than ever. 

[billd598]

I want to go , does anyone need a roommate or should I just get a room?  

[billyboy]

Hummmm.......  notice how Billy joins the group and now all of the sudden we need a chaperone so no one gets in trouble 

Hope you can make it John

Jack, the chaperone was probably needed before he signed up. Now more of a necessity than ever. 

I'll be nice I promise.    Yo babe what's up!!     He He.  What? 

[James III]

Thanks Jeff for your behind the scenes, make n' it happen work on this gathering!
I will have a guest rider coming up with me to Maggie Valley. A lifelong friend and a part of my family, "Brother Ed",  he rides a Fat Boy. We are leaving Tampa Sat. May 30th at 8:00 am, taking I75 to Valdosta and secondary roads up and overnighting along the way. Leave Maggie Valley Wednesday June 3, heading west to Spearfish, SD for Inzane and other parts and destinations. As Gil and I were discussing, Maggie Valley might be a good waypoint for others heading west from the east and New England area; something to think about.
Looking forward to this years journeys, doing a little riding, and as always a few more great times with our Florida family and other members. Ride safe, see ya down the road.
 
James

[Flrider]

I want to go , does anyone need a roommate or should I just get a room?  

I would suggest for you to get a room and post that you are looking for a roommate, that way you will secure a room, you can always cancel it if you don't need it.

[John Schmidt]

Well, I was just reminded that I want to take a trip north to Wisconsin later this summer. Want to spend a few days with my two daughters so a trip to NC is sorta out of the question.

Getting someone to come stay with Rita once will be a task, let alone getting someone twice in one year. I'm reminded of one of Elvis's old songs: Lord, this time you gave me a mountain. She's dropped 4 lbs. in the last month, from 102 fully dressed to 97.5. No strength, no endurance, no appetite. If you recall the WWII prison camps and the skin on bone appearance of the people in there, now you have an idea.

[FloridaValkRyder]

Well, I was just reminded that I want to take a trip north to Wisconsin later this summer. Want to spend a few days with my two daughters so a trip to NC is sorta out of the question.

Getting someone to come stay with Rita once will be a task, let alone getting someone twice in one year. I'm reminded of one of Elvis's old songs: Lord, this time you gave me a mountain. She's dropped 4 lbs. in the last month, from 102 fully dressed to 97.5. No strength, no endurance, no appetite. If you recall the WWII prison camps and the skin on bone appearance of the people in there, now you have an idea.

Wish you could make it John. Spending some time with your daughters, and your grand kids, will be wonderful for you. I am familiar with the "mountain" you speak of too. I definitely noticed a difference in her last time I was over there. God bless you both. See you soon.

[FloridaValkRyder]

Hmmm Jack and Billy in room 107-K....

Looking at the trip myself.  Decision will be last minute and only if I don't head west to Spearfish.

Gil & Crystal

For those of you who didn't look up at the room list..107-K is the honeymoon suite!!

Hope you can make it Gil.

[FloridaValkRyder]

Thanks Jeff for your behind the scenes, make n' it happen work on this gathering!
I will have a guest rider coming up with me to Maggie Valley. A lifelong friend and a part of my family, "Brother Ed",  he rides a Fat Boy. We are leaving Tampa Sat. May 30th at 8:00 am, taking I75 to Valdosta and secondary roads up and overnighting along the way. Leave Maggie Valley Wednesday June 3, heading west to Spearfish, SD for Inzane and other parts and destinations. As Gil and I were discussing, Maggie Valley might be a good waypoint for others heading west from the east and New England area; something to think about.
Looking forward to this years journeys, doing a little riding, and as always a few more great times with our Florida family and other members. Ride safe, see ya down the road.
 
James

Your welcome James, not much work actually, just some phone calls and emails.

BREAKING NEWS

This just in, after many weeks of discussions and negotiations with the National Park Service and the Blue Ridge Parkway folks, I have arranged for them to completely shut down the BRP just for us for the entire week with no speed limits!!!


ok..that's not true, but wouldn't that be so cool!!