Bug-a-Paluza 14 - April 21-22, 2012 - Chattanooga, TN

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Bug-a-Palüza 14 - April 21-22, 2012
Held at Camp Jordan in East Ridge, TN

* 49 Show Car classes (air-cooled and water-cooled)
* Custom Hand-crafted Trophies
* Camping
* Swap Meet
* See the Chattanooga-built 2012 Passat on display
* Dash plaques and goody bags for show car registrants (while supplies last)
* Tech Sessions
* Games, Prizes, Kids Activites, Giveaways
* Engine Giveaway

And much more that has yet to be announced!

Online registration is available at http://www.bugapaluza.com/

Due to changes in our contract with Camp Jordan Park and our efforts to streamline and improve your experience at our show, the Scenic City Volks Folks would like to inform everyone about some changes to camping at Bug-A-Palϋza.

Camping in the fenced in field:
* Due to the possibility of camping field being closed due to rain, we will have no pre-registration for camping this time.
* If available, camping in the field will be on a first come, first serve basis.
* Camping in the field is limited to tent and VW campers only.
* Depending on the condition of the field and the weather forecast for the weekend, small, light weight vintage and pop-up campers may also be allowed in the field (This is at Volks Folks and Camp Jordan officials’ discretion).
* The camping field will open at Noon on Friday.
* The gate will be closed from 11 PM Friday until 6 AM Saturday and 11 PM Saturday until 6 AM Sunday.
* Vehicles will only be allowed in and out of the field in emergencies during these times. *Vehicle trailers must be stored in the lot next to the camping field.
* Local noise ordinance must be observed (keep the noise down after 11 PM)

As in the past:

* There is limited power and water available in the field, first come, first serve.
* Bring your own drop cords!
* All camp and cooking fires must be off the ground!
* No generators after 11 PM.
* All dogs must be on a leash and owners MUST clean up after them.
* Camping fee for the field is $5 per person for the weekend (plus spectator fees if applicable).

Camping in the RV Area:

* RV sites are on a gravel lot and have water and power hook ups and are within walking distance of the show.
* You may set up camp in the RV area beginning on Thursday.
* Camping fee for the RV area is $10 per site, per night (regardless of the type or size of the RV or the number of people camping).
* Tent camping is allowed in this area, but the same $10 per site, per night fee applies.
* Spectator fees are separate.

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Our host hotel this year is the Arbour Inn & Suites (formerly the Comfort Inn). This is across the street from Camp Jordan. It's newly renovated with in room wall safes, 40" flat screen, mini-fridges, new furnishings, the works. Also they have a really large parking lot so if you're bringing a trailer this will be your best choice.

Rates for the Arbour Inn & Suites are $79.99 for a regular room (king or double bed) and $87.99 for a suite (king or double bed). You save 20% off the regular rates.

To book, call (423) 893-7979 and be sure to mention Bug-a-Paluza for your discount.

You can also stay at the Motel 6. This is located right at the entrance to Camp Jordan, so it's the closest you can get (without camping in the field of course). Room rates for Motel 6 are $32.99 for a single (1 person) room and $44.99 for a double (2 person) or king room.

To book at Motel 6, call (423) 894-1417 and be sure to mention Bug-a-Paluza for your discount.

Both these hotels have supported our show in the past and we are pleased to work with them again to bring you great rates. If you have any problems reserving a room, please let me know and I'll get in touch with them to get it straightened out for you.

[Freaky Beetle]

Great show. I attend every year!

[TennesseeBug]

I'm going to check into this! My hubby and I are both from Chattanooga (he went to East Ridge HS) and have loads of family there. This sounds like a fun way to spend the weekend. And heck....maybe I'll enter Jolene.

Thanks for the info!

[lostorbit]

If you're in the Atlanta area, there's a cruise being organized to the show. Details here: VWVortex.com - ATL: GA Bug-a-Palüza 14 Caravan from ATL to Chattanooga (Friday, April 20, 2012)

We are happy to announce master pinstriper Von Hot Rod is returning for the show this year as well.

Also if you're looking for something different to do on Saturday night, Coker Tire in Chattanooga is hosting a free, open car cruise-in and they have invited everyone. In fact they've promised a special section designated for VWs. So for anyone interested, we'll have details and directions at the show and probably organize a little cruise. It's from 4-9 PM. If you've never been to Coker Tire or downtown Chattanooga then you might enjoy it.

More information on the Coker cruise-in: Coker Tire and Honest Charley Cruise In | Facebook

Participation in the cruise-in is free and voluntary of course. If you prefer to hang out at Camp Jordan all night, that's fine too! We'll be having a mini drive-in theater after dark, currently on Facebook we're running a poll to see which movie we will show: http://www.facebook.com/questions/10150649821502500/

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Pre-registration ends April 8, so do it now if you haven't already! Space is filling up, vendor spaces are practically gone already.

Register at Bug-a-Palüza 14 — April 21-22, 2012 — East Ridge, TN

Here's a sneak peek at the trophies we are making

[CaptainXeroid]

Brandy & I missed BAP for the first time since about 2004 due to a conflicting obligation. Looking forward to the pics from this year and the plan for next year.