Ideas for Next Run........Vancouver??? - Page 11

psycho-squirrel · 05-31-2008, 05:05 PM

Kymbo we've had a cruise up the sea-to-sky as recently as last year iirc. I think we had about 15 cars go up to Whistler last may, but we opted to do something different for 2008.

This year we have decided to go to Vernon after much deliberation. Maybe we can do another run up to Whistler in the future but it takes alot of planning and organizing to get everyone pointed in the same direction see this thread for example.

If you can come with us to Vernon this summer we would love to have another car join our convoy! Hope to see you there!

King-Oka · 05-31-2008, 05:06 PM

Too bad Miner. Next time I guess. Oh well, at least you have Cirque to look forward to.

brendand · 06-01-2008, 01:39 AM

Too bad you can't make it Miner. Have fun at the show though! I thought about going to that, but for my family to go it would just be way too expensive for us all. I have 5 in my family.

Sol-Seeker · 06-02-2008, 10:38 AM

Well I'm happy to say that Saltspringsky has been "lurking" and suggested the following route;

Continuing on Hwy 3 after Princeton, switch to 3A at Keremeos and then up the Okanagon valley along the lakes through Penticton, Kelowna and then to Vernon.

I agree that this would be spectacular, and longer better scenery than the 5A. If the group leaves from Langley, this would be the best route to go.

the Whistler/Lillooet is also a stunning drive, but we have lots of cars coming from the Langley area and surrounding....but that could also be an option for the ride home

This is really starting to shape up!

Sorry Miner that you can't make it, was looking forward to meeting you.

psycho-squirrel · 06-02-2008, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Sol-Seeker

Well I'm happy to say that Saltspringsky has been "lurking" and suggested the following route;

Continuing on Hwy 3 after Princeton, switch to 3A at Keremeos and then up the Okanagon valley along the lakes through Penticton, Kelowna and then to Vernon.

I agree that this would be spectacular, and longer better scenery than the 5A. If the group leaves from Langley, this would be the best route to go.

the Whistler/Lillooet is also a stunning drive, but we have lots of cars coming from the Langley area and surrounding....but that could also be an option for the ride home

This is really starting to shape up!

Sorry Miner that you can't make it, was looking forward to meeting you.

According to Google Maps (who are not always accurate) this route would take 6 hrs to drive (wihtout stops for lunch or photos). I don't mind doing that but we need to take that into consideration and start fairly early. I would like to get to Vernon before 5pm for the car show.

King-Oka · 06-02-2008, 01:57 PM

Hello all,
Mike (Bagpyper) of PNWSSC has asked us to try to arrange some western theme pics for next years calendar. I will try to get us access to O'Keefe Ranch for such an opportunity. It's a circa 1900 Ranch on the north end of Vernon which would be perfect for the (pre-determined) theme. So, - if you have a Cowboy hat you want to bring along, please try to find a spot to pack it

Here's the note I sent Mike. The weekend is filling up with events, so we will need to collectively decide which activities we will attend.

Mike,
We have a loose itinerary. Friday evening/night is a Show and Shine event put on by the local car club on the main drag in Vernon. Quite a big deal, as they close down the downtown core to traffic and allow people to wander the street and view all the cars. Saturday - same event is held in Kin Park at the beach, plus they have a poker rally. I suspect we will opt out Sat morning and go tour Grey Monk Winery, Davidson Orchards (peach picking) and Okanagan Spirits (Brandy made from local fruit). Later, we'll join the car club at the beach for a BBQ, which is included in the show entry price. Again - we'll show our cars en mass. Sunday morning is another car show day - this time in the main city park. It features live music, bigger crowds, raffles, including a GM crate motor give away, etc. Not sure everyone will be up to it, as they will probably be "shown out" and may want to get an early start heading home. There are many routes to the coast, and the best ones are twisty as anything, but take longer. If we opt not to show Sunday, I would recommend we head for Westside road (very twisty) en route to Vancouver, via Kelowna, and stop for Sunday brunch at Lake Okanagan resort - 5 star facility with renowned brunch event every Sunday. Maybe it's Sunday morning at O'Keefe ranch for a Western Theme photo opp before we all head out.

Of course - all is subject to change.

Geoff

WoWwii · 06-02-2008, 03:33 PM

Which calendar?

Sol-Seeker · 06-02-2008, 06:23 PM

...........that would be the 2nd annual Solstice calendar. This year we have the Solstice Gals calendar, available at http://solivision.com

And I heard rumours that they would like western style pictures in next years.

LiquidPT · 06-02-2008, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Sol-Seeker

...........that would be the 2nd annual Solstice calendar. This year we have the Solstice Gals calendar, available at http://solivision.com

And I heard rumours that they would like western style pictures in next years.

Fix on the URL:

SolliVision.com

psycho-squirrel · 06-02-2008, 08:06 PM

Cowboy hat . . . check

Western gear . . . not so much

WoWwii · 06-02-2008, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by psycho-squirrel

Cowboy hat . . . check

Western gear . . . not so much

what?, you need a pair of chaps and a thong??????

Miner · 06-02-2008, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Sol-Seeker

Sorry Miner that you can't make it, was looking forward to meeting you.

I was looking forward to meeting you too, Sol-Seeker, along with all the other folks in BC and Alberta but some things are just not meant to be, I guess.

There will be more opportunities as I do intend to have my Sly for one heck of a long time and I do love driving it! I am heading up to Edmonton to the University of Alberta to graduate this Friday - I am just praying for some sunshine! It has been so rainy here this last week that for a split second, I thought that I was back on the coast - I am a displaced Vancouver Islander!

I will keep following this thread and I certainly want to see MANY pictures of the gathering!

Again, many thanks to all who helped to make this meet happen.

Sol-Seeker · 06-03-2008, 10:28 AM

Not to hijack the thread...but....

Miner - you're graduating? I am going to my graduation ceremony on Monday...I finally got my college degree!!!! A bit late, but I was busy raising a son when I should have been going to school! Congratulations to you.

Miner · 06-03-2008, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Sol-Seeker

Miner - you're graduating? I am going to my graduation ceremony on Monday...I finally got my college degree!!!! A bit late, but I was busy raising a son when I should have been going to school! Congratulations to you.

And congratulations to you too! May I ask what degree it is you attained?

Yes, I graduate from a two year course in Occupational Health and Safety from the U of Alberta - equivalent to the 2 years BCIT course in BC.

I think there is a lot to be said about going back to school later in life! I will be sending good thoughts your way on June 9th!

And now back to your regular programming!

mbannon · 06-04-2008, 12:07 AM

I'm in for all events. I'll be coming from Victoria. Skybright/thunder 06 I'll come over to Vancouver on Thursday so I'd like to hook up for the drive to Vernon early Friday morning. Let me know meeting place and time. Look for a black GXP!

I'll register for the Sun Valley Criuse-In on line.

Mike