tomo366
TDI Lifer, Member #68
However and until a group gets together and works up a bid this is waste of time.....
Whoever does the "official" blessing of a proposal should have that (at least as a checklist) after what, 13? fests. If they don't, then maybe the group that did this year's could come up with one?Big Sky was "under discussion" earlier in the summer I do believe.
But it would be a BIG help if some bid requrements/needs existed in a printed form. That does not exist, so it makes putting together a bid package very much a hit and miss proposition each year.
Whoever does the "official" blessing of a proposal should have that (at least as a checklist) after what, 13? fests. If they don't, then maybe the group that did this year's could come up with one?
This can be a problem.Also if someone could give me some insight about the auction and raffle I understand some states won't allow TDI Fest to conduct their own but have to hire outside licensed people to do this... Thoughts ?
Right.This can be a problem.
It's not the value. It how the way money is exchange according to Maine Law. A keynote speaker cost big bucks. If you would like pay for a speakerRight.
I'm not really convinced of the value of those things anyhow. From a vendor point of view, since much of the stuff sells at a significant discount, I'd much rather just donate the cash equivalent. From a user point of view, I'd rather have the banquet dinner feature a "keynote" speaker of some sort.
I'm not part of organizing these, so please don't take what I am saying as a criticism at all. That being said, I think that TDIFest would be well served if it made itself a bit more formal, more conference, less GTG. For me, I think a big draw would be for outside speakers and more in-depth and official tech sessions.
Wis-Con-Sin.....just saying.....
Right.
I'm not really convinced of the value of those things anyhow. From a vendor point of view, since much of the stuff sells at a significant discount, I'd much rather just donate the cash equivalent. From a user point of view, I'd rather have the banquet dinner feature a "keynote" speaker of some sort.
I'm not part of organizing these, so please don't take what I am saying as a criticism at all. That being said, I think that TDIFest would be well served if it made itself a bit more formal, more conference, less GTG. For me, I think a big draw would be for outside speakers and more in-depth and official tech sessions.
Big Sky is nice. I've been to that resort in summer. When I was there in July there was still snow at the top of the mountain.
Nah; Flagstaff, Sedona, or Prescott in AZ (so I can tie it in with a house hunting trip).You're probably right. It's in the middle of effing nowhere. Better to be in a more urban/central location. I still like Colorado Springs, Denver, Vail, or Aspen as options.
Who do I need to private message for the needs of the Fest ? Or am I to new to be considering this ?
I think Hershey would be fantastic and would assist in drawing from the Midwest and the East Coast...Newbe at this. 2015 was my first TDI Fest. great get away for the bride and I. Not going to step on toes but I have made some inquires at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey PA. and some other resorts in Lancaster County, PA. just to get an Idea of whats avaliable in my area. And would be willing to help here or volunteer at another site what that site is decided upon. until then I will try to compile something close by the Pennsylvania area. even if it gets used in 2017 or later. I know these take time and a huge effort. My hats off to those setting up the 2015 I had a great time. THANK YOU TO ALL AND THEIR EFFORTS !!!
It has never been a problem getting attendees from those areas; the problem is getting those from WEST of the Mississippi. Of course, a Fest held west of the river would probably draw more Westerners than Easterners. A location that is roughly the same distance between the East Coast & the West Coast, British Columbia & Florida, and Southern California & New Brunswick might be a good compromise (though I'd like to see one up in the four western provinces of Canada).I think Hershey would be fantastic and would assist in drawing from the Midwest and the East Coast...
So... St. Louis?It has never been a problem getting attendees from those areas; the problem is getting those from WEST of the Mississippi. Of course, a Fest held west of the river would probably draw more Westerners than Easterners. A location that is roughly the same distance between the East Coast & the West Coast, British Columbia & Florida, and Southern California & New Brunswick might be a good compromise (though I'd like to see one up in the four western provinces of Canada).
Well, actually, it would be more Kansas City/Topeka/Omaha/Des Moines! I would really like to attend one up in British Columbia, Alberta, or Saskatchewan.So... St. Louis?
The issue is not finding a good location. The issue is getting people to do the legwork in a good location.
We are in !I would like to attend one in Belize or Alaska. Can we do a TDIClub Fest cruise? Something going through the Panama Canal would be nice, although probably a bit longer than we can fit into the Labor Day weekend.
*cough cough* THE DRAGON *cough cough*Tennessee would be really cool though. The state is absolutely beautiful. The VW plant is down there and I bet we can find some open roads for some light heart competition
hell yes. Have done it a few times in a couple different vehicles. It's fun....*cough cough* THE DRAGON *cough cough*