ToD 2K11 GTG & cruise

[vwgary]

First post has been updated with some new info.

David & Lynne (uwharrie) will be hosting an old fashioned "ice cream social" back at the Ridge Top after Saturday's dinner at the Neon Pig. Their hopes are to draw those that may not be lodging at the "Top" to join us for the rest of the evening of fun and friendship. Thank you guys for adding to the weekends festivities.

[SixChuter]

Ice Cream!!!! This thing gets better every year.

Everyone got your rooms reserved?

[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by vwgary

5 days since the last post. Just a little bumping of this thing we call the ToD

I see your bump and raise you another bump!

Originally Posted by vwgary

First post has been updated with some new info.

David & Lynne (uwharrie) will be hosting an old fashioned "ice cream social" back at the Ridge Top after Saturday's dinner at the Neon Pig. Their hopes are to draw those that may not be lodging at the "Top" to join us for the rest of the evening of fun and friendship. Thank you guys for adding to the weekends festivities.

That is awesome!! I know Michelle will be doing the happy dance over this breaking news; She's made the trek to TCBY for the past 2 years after leaving the neon pig.... and i always seem to have missed it.

The vibe of TOD is incredible. It's reasons like the above that make it hard to leave when Sunday comes around.

Is it May yet???

[scarabY2k]

FYI: Shonnel and Joey finally recieved the thank you gift. Hopefully they'll post there reactions to it!

[williamadamsesq]

Good news - Brenda and I are taking Rita to the Ridge top this September.

Going to have to deal us out of 2011, my daughter's getting married in Vegas in March and I can't get away for 2 vacations in a little over a month

Maybe 2012?

[vwgary]

Originally Posted by williamadamsesq

Good news - Brenda and I are taking Rita to the Ridge top this September.

Going to have to deal us out of 2011, my daughter's getting married in Vegas in March and I can't get away for 2 vacations in a little over a month

Maybe 2012?

Or 2013, 2014, 2015.....This event is here to stay

[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by vwgary

Or 2013, 2014, 2015.....This event is here to stay

You best believe it!

Wishing I was at "the top" in the honeycomb hideout BUMP!

[vwgary]

Thanks for bumping the thread Al

[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by vwgary

Thanks for bumping the thread Al

It's what we do

I was talking to a trucker friend of mine today, who's a harley rider, that rode the dragon before. It was great sharing TOD with him.

I'm curious to how many rooms are booked at "the top" so far.

[SixChuter]

Originally Posted by scarabY2k

I'm curious to how many rooms are booked at "the top" so far.

You can check room 125 off the list.

[MichelleRoze]

Well I know my room was booked before we left! Can't WAIT!!!

[vwgary]

Ours is booked as well.

From memory besides those who replied here.
Tamika & Steve
Warren
David & Lynne
Mark
Ray & Connie
Karen?

Looks like the "Top" is 1/3 booked and there may be a few more not mentioned

[vwgary]

Bumpin

[scarabY2k]

Bumpin it forward

From original post- courtesy of VWGary TOD founder


Dates for the 2011 Tail of the Dragon GTG & cruise will be May 6th, 7th & 8th. As in keeping with the original plan, the 1st Saturday in May.

This first post will be continually edited for additional information.

We have a little over 11 months to plan, save and mod to our hearts content for the 3rd annual ToD

2011 Tail of the Dragon Information Summary. As in previous ToD's the Ridge Top is the main gathering spot. Overflow or for those that the "Top's" accomodations aren't up to their standards, options are listed as well.

Accomodations in Bryson City:
Ridge Top Motel
390 Arlington Avenue
Bryson City, NC 28713-7604
(828) 488-6363
RV campground and motel. Bryson City, NC


Sleep Inn
500 Veterans Boulevard
Bryson City, NC 28713
(828) 488-0326
Bryson City NC Hotel, Hotels in Bryson City NC.


Microtel
82 Songbird Forest Road
Bryson City, NC 28713
(828) 488-7900
Microtel: Online hotel reservations, hotel discounts, hotel packages

Additional area info:

Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap and Cherohala Skyway, Graham Co, NC
Smoky Mountain Travel Guides - Bryson City NC - Vacation Guides

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As in years past there will be current year ToD Swag available for pre event purchase. Watch for details in the Org "Classifieds" section.
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Rough itinerary: using last year as a guide- Gary will make any necessary corrections

Friday- the beetles arrive in Bryson City, begining early/mid afternoon until evening. Photo ops / meet and greet / motel check-in. Maybe some are checking in a day earlier...you never know.
6:00PM, gather at the "Top" for an informal meet.
7:00PM begins "pizza fest". After dinner more "getting to know eachother" time. At this time, we're not sure if the pizza fest will be at the Top, or at Anthony's Italian Restaurant downtown. The amount of attendees and general concensus will determine that. Specific details to follow.

Saturday- early a.m breakfast at the Blue Ridge Grill / gas-up / car wash in preparation for taming the Dragon. We depart from the Blue Ridge @ 9:00AM sharp. Since the Dargon will be open for thru traffic, we'll go back to the maiden voyage tour loop. Those who are opting out of another run(s), can peruse the Deals Gap shops, where the 2+ Dragon runners will catch up.

Saturday night- Dinner at the "neon pig", followed by lots of Dragon tales at the "honeycomb hideout"- the loft of the Ridge Top, and the other hotel's hideaway i'm sure. After dinner David & Lynne (uwharrie)are planning on hosting an old fashioned "ice cream social" back at the Ridge Top. They are in hopes that those lodging elsewhere will make the trek back to the "Top" for evening fun and festivities. I want to personally thank them both for making this part of the 2K11 ToD experience.

Sunday- Leaving Bryson City. There's talk about doing something early (Breakfast- etc T.B.A) before everyone leaves. Plans are in the works.

Since we'll be returning to the original tour loop, there will still be time for those that want to make multiple runs while others shop at Deals Gap.


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Well folks, the long awaited ToD 2K11 artwork has been completed. Our resident ToD artist and my good friend Al has hit another one right out of the park.

[HarlequinPixie]

ToD Facebook:

US129 IS NOW, at this very moment, OPEN TO THRU TRAFFIC ONCE AGAIN. And to top it off, the temp's look good for this weekend with highs in the mid 80's. The high temps might be gone, but there are still some HOT accommodation deals in the area - check the link below for info on where to stay.

Tail of the Dragon: JUNE & JULY SPECIALS | Facebook

woowoo!

[vwgary]

I'll bet it's clear on the Skyway too

[HwDoYuSlpAtNite]

a "happy birthday to my lil man (Xander)" bump. Even though he doesn't get on here.

[Cooky]

Hello everyone I cant wate untill next year TOD i think i will either stay all week end or make it on time this year. I did want to let all the locals know that there is a thread in the south east for a local run. Also the are work is great already wall paper lol.

[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by HwDoYuSlpAtNite

a "happy birthday to my lil man (Xander)" bump. Even though he doesn't get on here.

Give my lil' buddy Xander my birthday wishes!

[MichelleRoze]

Bump just cause I can! Where's everyone?!