Spyderquest 2013 *****Official Thread*****

[arntufun]

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Not too long ago....... the only event in the Northeast put on by another website was cancelled. After much thought and some encouragement from Lamont, a few of us deceided to take the bull by the horns and create a Northeast event of our own. This is how Spyderquest was born. :thumbup:


This will be the thread to find all the information you will need to know about this event filled Spyder gathering. We will provide as many details as we can as we nail them down in hopes to show you that this event should not be missed by anyone. We hope to make this Spyderquest a little different from the rest to provide change to others that attend multiple events each year.

To be completly honest we do not have the manpower, experience or sponsorship (as of today), but if you look at our itinerary you should be quite pleased with what's in store for you. I personally promise to work as hard as possible on this, you have my word (as well as my fellow NY Spyder Riding family).

Itinerary may/will be adjusted as needed, so check back often.

Thursday September 19th
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Opening day ceremony- Lake George RV Park- http://www.lakegeorgervpark.com/


After your ride into Lake George from your home, we will be gathering at the best RV park I have ever had the pleasure of going to. This RV park will also be the host RV Campground for Spyderquest (sorry, no tent sites). We have rented the Bingo pavilion which holds hundreds and will provide cover if mother nature decides to throw us a curve ball. You are invited to arrive early and use all the parks amenities all day long which includes an indoor heated pool, so dont forget your trunks and towel.


video of amenities
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=VLxG8-FghNQ#t=3s


Location Bingo pavilion inside the park
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2 or 3pm Start------ Come gather and meet with friends of old and start to make new ones.
5pm BBQ Dinner catered that is free with paid registration.
6.30 pm is Farkle Bingo---- working on getting vendors to sponsor this for prizes.
10-11 pm shut down and clear out. Sorry we have a full few days ahead of us.
(Music will be provided by MP3 player for your enjoyment at the parvilion before dinner and after Bingo)

This RV park has a cafe and store if you are arriving early which even sells beer. We are not promoting or will be judging you. All we are asking is, if you do...... please do so responsibly. :thumbup:



Friday September 20th
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Whiteface Mt ride and Hot Air Balloon Festival


This will be our large guided group ride (Rnet,Cleg) through some of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains and will wind up back in Queensbury, NY later that day to attend the Adirondack Balloon Festival. This ride will include the price for Whiteface MT ride will be on the registration form. Bring your camera, because you will have mountain views for miles and miles at over 4800 feet ASL. A elevator is on site for those that do not want to walk. (Like me) LOL

While at the Balloon Festival you will be able to see 80+ hot air ballons take off at 5pm (if the weather permits). This is absolutely a breath taking site to see. Food vendors and a craft fair will also be on location to satisfy all your needs. Admission is free, parking is a donation.
Balloon Festival link here -------> http://www.adirondackballoonfest.org/schedule.asp



Saturday September 21st
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Casino, Ride and Dinner Cruise Day


This closing day is jam packed with things to do. Eat breakfest, fill up with fuel and we will ride to the Saratoga Casino and Raceway by 10 am to try our luck for a couple of hours. This place has over 1500 slots, video roulette, poker and craps.

At 12pm we will gather to have a buffet lunch right in the casino (Garden Buffet) before we head out on a short Sacandaga lake ride located at the base of the Adirondacks. Price for lunch is $12.95 per person paid at the Casino (all you can eat and drink).
link to Casino-------------> http://saratogacasino.com/Home.aspx


If you do not wish to go to the Casino, there will be a separate longer ride to take a tour of historic Fort Ticonderoga. This fort has a lot of history including four attacks during the Revolutionary War. This ride is lead by Rnet and Cleg. Price for admission to the Fort will be on the registration form.


After our ride we saved the best event for last..................
At 530 pm we will start boarding Lake George's biggest ship to take over a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Lake George. Dinner will be buffet style with main courses being fish, chicken, pasta and a meat carving station among many sides. Tickets can be purchased for $43.50 and will need to be included on your registration form. Parking directly across from the ship is $10.00....... So, if you want to find another place to park in the village, by all means do.

Link to Lake George Steamboat Co. -----------> http://lakegeorgesteamboat.com/cruises/meal/dinner/




Post if you can make it and how many people will be in your party. This is very important that you post so we get a accurate count for the food on opening day.
As you can see Spyderquest is packed with lots of fun and different things to do. I will add any further developments to this post and thread. Please join us and help to make Spyderquest a must do for all Spyder owners. Feel free to ask any questions and I will do my best to answer them or find out for you. Don't wait, register now with this link below, !!!!! http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?53347-Spyderquest-Registration-Form Free t-shirt with each paid registration.

Thanks to our Commitee
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Getting the ball rolling commitee------- Rnet, Otter, Cleg and myself
In charge of event rides will be ---- Rnet and Cleg
In charge of keeping me sane/inline------ Holly
Person in charge of T-shirts------- Spydaman60
Opening day BBQ- Otter
Banners --SpydermanCT
Special thanks to Yelhelp, Bill Pitman and Bob Denman
Will add more names as job desriptions are filled, help will be needed (hint hint). :thumbup:






PLEASE DO NOT QUOTE THIS POST IN ANY REPLYS. Thank you !!!!! :thumbup:






New
Itinerary
posted in this thread
Below 8-25-13
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?57103-Spyderquest-Final-Itinerary

 

[arntufun]

Host Motel #1

This will be the main host motel. There are a few rules in place that were negotiated to get you all the best price I could for $79.00 per night for any room they offer. There are only 36 rooms left so call now and get the best room. These prices and rooms are only locked in until May 15th. After May 15th he will release these rooms to the public.


Stipulations
1. 3 night minumum
2. Must sell at least 30 rooms
3. Must call by phone to reserve your room only, no website reservations
4. Must mention you're with Spyderquest to receive this discount.


Link to website below to see the rooms below and get the phone number, but remember phone reservations only !!!!!!! http://www.studiomotel.com/





Host Campground
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Lake George RV ParK
RV camping or RV rental unit ------------> http://www.lakegeorgervpark.com/
We will get a $6.00 per night discount if 15 sites/rental trailers are booked
Mention you are in Group # 14240 so we will all be grouped together



Other motels/hotels in Lake George .
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This website will tell you all you need to know about the Lake George area along will many many more hotel/motel choices for you. ------------------------> http://www.lakegeorge.com/

 

[Bob Denman]

:2thumbs: :yes::2excited: Once this gang gets past some prior engagements; I'm pretty sure that things will start jumping! :thumbup:

 

[harrypottar]

:yes::yes::yes::yes:,

Count me in, I'll be there. Except I'm not playing Bingo that's like moving to Florida :roflblack:

harry

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Randy I thank you for taking on this project. If I hit the lottery before September I will certainly be there. One thing some people may be wanting to know is does the campground also have cabin rentals?

 

[arntufun]

Randy I thank you for taking on this project. If I hit the lottery before September I will certainly be there. One thing some people may be wanting to know is does the campground also have cabin rentals?

Yes they do..................... thanks Ann !!!!! :thumbup: This RV park even has all paved roads so your Spyder will remain as clean as when you brought it in.



I didn't even think of that, my head is being pulled in a hundred different directions. :roflblack:

Video of rental units here ------------------------->

 

[coastrider]

Party of four, sure to attend unless something changes! Thanks for your efforts on our behalf.

 

[Bob Denman]

The Missus and I will be up Friday after work... :thumbup:

 

[arntufun]

The Missus and I will be up Friday after work... :thumbup:

Here I was planning on making you the MC for opening day !!!!!! :gaah:

 

[rnet]

I'll be there

My wife has confirmed that she will be off, so we will be there on the 18th. She will be driving the cruze up so she can be back for her 40th year reunion on sat. I will stay at LGRV park till Sunday morning.

 

[CyncySpyder]

Thanks for pulling this together Randy! You know Teddy & I are in!!!

:yes:So glad your keeping something going in the Adirondacks :yes:

:2thumbs: Let us know if there's anything we can do to help :2thumbs:

 

[ARtraveler]

Congratulations on heading up this very large undertaking :2thumbs: Will be cheering for you that all goes well. :2thumbs::2thumbs:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

THE QUEST

Randy, is LGRV still open for RV's this time of year......and for those not familiar with the area .....bring some warm clothes, for late afternoon / nite riding ....even day riding can be quite brisk.......PS overdressing is waaaaaaaaaaay better than un-dressing.....:shocked:.....pps:.....:hun:......:agree:.......:lecturef_smilie:........And Dee and I will are in for maybe 5 days totall....if you need help let me know....Mike...:thumbup:

 

[arntufun]

Randy, is LGRV still open for RV's this time of year......and for those not familiar with the area .....bring some warm clothes, for late afternoon / nite riding ....even day riding can be quite brisk.......PS overdressing is waaaaaaaaaaay better than un-dressing.....:shocked:.....pps:.....:hun:......:agree:.......:lecturef_smilie:........And Dee and I will are in for maybe 5 days totall....if you need help let me know....Mike...:thumbup:

Thanks Mike....... LGRV park is open and welcoming us with open arms. If all goes well we might get lucky and the fall colors will add to this beautiful area.

Yes, it is September so a light jacket and warmer clothes might be needed for some. I might still be in shorts. :roflblack:

 

[rnet]

randy, on the two hour cruise, are Ginger and Maryann coming?:roflblack:

 

[joysea]

SPYDERQUEST 2013

We will be there - two (2) of us for all of the events....
Thanks for taking on this enormous challenge
Mike & Gail - Plantagenet ON Cda

 

[otter28169]

I will make sure to have the time off and be available to help. I was wondering, do we have a company to do event t-shirts? My neighbor acrossed the road does amazing work in graphics, and I could talk with him about it if there is a need.

Just sayin'............

 

[rnet]

Chad, chuck is working on it. (spydaman60) Thanks Ron

 

[Lamonster]

Good job putting this event together :thumbup: As the time grows near I'll give it some front page exposure. I would like to get back up that way again too so maybe I can work it in. Thanks :doorag:

 

[Bob Denman]

Here I was planning on making you the MC for opening day !!!!!! :gaah:

Me?? :shocked: I'm too shy for that gig! :shocked: We've got that ugly little secret called "JOBS", that keeps biting us on the bottom when the fun wants to break out... :gaah: