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Silver Dollar City & Celebration City Discussion => General Silver Dollar City Talk => Topic started by: sanddunerider on February 06, 2012, 10:30:17 AM

Title: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on February 06, 2012, 10:30:17 AM
well let's get this started:

Trams says she will be there opening weekend!  At least she wont be letting those season passes go to waste ;D ;D

I will be going the weekend of march 24th/25th- 24th is my B-day,  so that will be fun, was hoping to do the showboat, but too early in the year for them. Already have my reservations for The Haygoods on sat...

Anybody else going in march?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: oldsdcer on February 06, 2012, 10:41:46 AM
Opening Day is my birthday, maybe someone will be nice to me, LOL.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tinmann620 on February 06, 2012, 11:11:33 AM
I'll be there opening Friday & the infamous youth weekend with the family...unless I'm called in sooner  ;)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: eak3littlejohs on February 06, 2012, 11:20:49 AM
opening day is my bday too...YIPPIE what a good bday present....we r goin that week also
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Junior on February 06, 2012, 01:31:21 PM
I hope to get there opening day or in the first few days park is open. Got to wait to see what the schedule looks like for work.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on February 06, 2012, 01:33:59 PM
oldsdcer- I have a spare free ticket. Its yours if ya want it. Happy Birthday!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on February 06, 2012, 01:54:06 PM
My birthday is March 28! March is the best month for a birthday!

I'm going to Branson for Spring Break and I plan on taking a friend with me, so we'll probably be at SDC March 22, or 23. My sister has State Competition for winterguard March 24 in Springfield, so it'll save her a 3 hour bus ride since we'll already be in Branson.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: thelarsonsix on February 06, 2012, 05:32:21 PM
I was thinking about March 22,23,24 weekend also. Our first planned trip for sure will be Easter weekend, April 6-9 which also happens to be my birthday weekend.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Joy on February 06, 2012, 05:39:51 PM
Well, my spring break doesn't start 'til Saturday the 17th, so I may be there that Sunday or sometime that next Thursday or Friday. It'll depend on weather, transport, and health.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on February 06, 2012, 07:01:17 PM
I sent Paige a note about when she will be open. No answer yet,,  I would expect her to open march 31st which is a sat,   or a week later 4-6?... 


FYI, I am staying this weekend at Honeysuckle inn, cost is 45.oo for the time being, NO Swimming pool, NO continental breakfast...  there is coffee in the room and WIFI on site....  I have stayed here before and rooms are clean, and it is on the SOTH expressway,,,  I dont know how long this price will remain.

I did call Best western in old branson, Paige's "other" motel..  They told me our fee was 59.95, they do have indoor pool, and a very nice breakfast.\

I will stay at honeysuckle in march also...
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on February 06, 2012, 07:16:45 PM
On another note:

Let me the 1st to make this offer....

IF at any time this year anybody on this site wants/needs to use 1 of my BAF's, and can meet me at the park accordingly. let me know!
I would be glad to help anybody out if i can.

2012 should be a very good year!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on February 07, 2012, 08:10:03 AM
I too will make that offer. If I am onsite and your onsite, and I have the spares, let me know in advance and I would be thrilled to let you have mine.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on February 20, 2012, 07:48:14 AM
hi there josh, i saw your post on one of the other topics.  How have you and the family been this year? hope winter has been gentle this year, we have been very lucky this year with very mild winter :)

when is your 1st trip scheduled this year?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on February 20, 2012, 11:03:00 AM
I can't go anywhere until I lose this broken knee brace thingy at the end of March (too uncomfortable to sit in the car), but hoping to make a weekend trip as soon as I lose it!  Target destination is Apr. 5, so I'll also post my plans and will offer my BAFs if you meet us at the park.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on February 26, 2012, 04:16:16 PM
I want to go april 7 weekend also. Just for that saturday. I want to do the Easter Egg hunt. But then B and B is comin up rapidly and the all you can eat ribs. We all seriously need to take up a car pool or a gas pool. Or buy a community gas station.  :P
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: SDC#1fan on February 27, 2012, 12:06:01 AM
I will be going opening day!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on February 27, 2012, 07:39:52 AM
Larson, I saw that you were coming down next month...

Make sure you read the updates on the thread " Homestay- Eagle Lodge", in the branson talk section.

Paige Has another motel available for us to use and will be open.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: thelarsonsix on February 27, 2012, 06:12:27 PM
Quote from: sanddunerider on February 27, 2012, 07:39:52 AM
Larson, I saw that you were coming down next month...

Make sure you read the updates on the thread " Homestay- Eagle Lodge", in the branson talk section.

Paige Has another motel available for us to use and will be open.

I know. I have my own motel though.  ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on February 27, 2012, 06:52:11 PM
Larson, I didn't know if you would bring the camper this time of year or not..
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: thelarsonsix on February 28, 2012, 05:07:03 PM
Quote from: sanddunerider on February 27, 2012, 06:52:11 PM
Larson, I didn't know if you would bring the camper this time of year or not..

We're actually not going until Easter now. Going to Bennet Springs next month to do some trout fishin'. But thanks for the heads up, I will make it a point to stay with Paige at least once this year. Had a blast last time and really do appreciate what she does for us and will do what I can to get her some biz.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Junior on March 08, 2012, 08:58:49 AM
Tentative plans are to be on park on opening day, Thursday. I hope to be there early for breakfast, and plan to spend a while in the afternoon over in Branson if possible to get some tornado damage shots. I want to post SDC and Branson photos on my Flickr site. We will see what happens.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on March 08, 2012, 10:10:44 AM
It looks like we won't make it until early April.  :(  Need a couple of weeks of p.t. to recover from broken knee incident first.  But...that's okay!  I'll be ready for World Fest!  :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: StaceySue on March 08, 2012, 11:06:24 PM
Well, we're officially heading into Branson on March 17th and to the park on the 18th.  We're going to stay at Grand Country Inn for the first time and try out the indoor water park.  We're trying this mainly for the two-year-old.  We're hoping Sunday won't be too busy at SDC. 
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozark Outlaw on March 08, 2012, 11:14:28 PM
Sorry to hear about your knee Gilligan, but going to Silver Dollar City late is always better than not going at all.

Stacey, it sounds like your family will have a nice trip. It's good to know that you will be trying something new. Some people get into a rut with Branson, and visit the same places during each visit. Branson has so much to explore. :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on March 09, 2012, 07:18:09 AM
I love Grand Country Inn. It is absolutly amazing for the kids. Heck its fun for me! It is pricey and I dont like to pay the price so I dont go often. But the price is well worth it. It will be a full trip when coupled with SDC!! Have a good time and safe trip!

It sounds like alot of us will be there opening day/weekend!! How exciting!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: oldsdcer on March 09, 2012, 05:26:48 PM
Will be there on the 17th with my bright yellow shirt on. Staying at the Homestead Inn.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on March 09, 2012, 05:46:51 PM
yall I am about to wet myself with excitement!! I am soooo ready!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: StaceySue on March 09, 2012, 08:30:22 PM
Ozark--Yes, we like to try new things here and there to mix in with our favorites.

Trams--Grand Country Inn is pricey for Branson, but I convinced my husband that we should try it.  We stayed at a place in Tulsa last July with an indoor water park, and it was so fun for our toddler.  We think she will love this, too!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on March 10, 2012, 04:46:59 PM
Hey trams and stacey.  do you ever go to any of the shows at Grand Country? 
The reason i ask, is If you do, You should consider buying a grand country season pass---
You get into all the shows all year for free,
you get 2 for 1 meals at the buffet,
AND new this year,, you get 50% off on the price of their rooms,
And you still get admittance to the water park,
there a couple of other items, but these are the big ones..

The pass is about 100.00 per person, but at 100.00 per nite...  1 pass would pay for itself in 2 nites...

Just letting you know.,......
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on March 11, 2012, 08:14:07 AM
Thats pretty cool. We dont usually spend that much at Branson for one night if possible. Camping or the Homestay for us. After buying season passes our fun account gets low low low!! But well worth it!  :D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on March 11, 2012, 05:47:33 PM
I guess my thought was IF you preferred Grand Country because of the water park.. the season pass would be a big savings if you were to stay there 2 or 3 times a year..  AND that is just savings on the room and water park.. NOT counting any of the shows for free, or the discounts for eating..
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: StaceySue on March 12, 2012, 08:27:51 PM
Interesting idea, sanddunerider.  We shy away from shows right now.  The toddler may or may not sit through a show; you just never know.  Sometimes we are doing well to get through dinner.  It is something to keep in mind, though.  :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: busymom4kc on March 13, 2012, 01:14:30 AM
My husband was seriously injured in an industrial accident Feb. 23rd. We had planned on being at The City this weekend. His face is now full of infection so our travel plans are on hold as they may have to go in and remove the titanium plates from his cheek and orbital lobe, clean out the infection, restructure the orbital lobe, cheekbone and jaw again then put in new titanium plates. Should the Lord heal this infection we WILL be there Saturday AND Sunday. Looking forward to going "home" again.

We are excited to get the 2012 season kicked off. We're ok with no new attractions this year. We love The City and are just glad we are able to walk through the gates once again. Frankly, I like the idea of taking the time to go through SDC and fix and update what is already there. We want our grandchildren to enjoy SDC as much as we have and our children have. Preservation is very important.

We will be staying at the HOMESTAY INN AND SUITES (417.336.2666). The owner is a member of sdcfans.com. The rooms are clean. The beds are comfy. We are now regulars. She has a special offer for members of this board. I hope she sees this post and will fill you all in on her newest acquisition and her rates - they are rates that no one can beat! If you want breakfast it's good, simple fare.

Just 2 more days folks! Woo woo. :) God bless and we hope to see everyone this year. Happy birthday to all of the March babies on the board. Hope the opening of Silver Dollar City helps you celebrate another year filled with smiles and blessings!

FYI: Sean Casey, the film maker who did the "Tornado Alley" movie for IMAX, will be in Branson at the IMAX Theater Friday-Sunday (March16-18) with the TIV (Tornado Intercept Vehicle). IMAX is donating proceeds from "Tornado Alley" movie tickets to "Convoy of Hope" to help with the Branson clean-up and healing. An admirable act IMHO. Our 4 1/2 year old grandson is beside himself as he loves anything tornado. He thinks the TIV is pretty "cool". lol

Here is the link to the story about Sean Casey and his visit to Branson: http://bransontrilakesnews.com/entertainment/article_cd2bc388-6a36-11e1-8b8e-0019bb2963f4.html
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Junior on March 13, 2012, 08:01:16 AM
OK, if all goes well, I will be on park opening day. If anyone is there too, I'd be glad to shake your hand and say howdy in person. Let me know. Leave a message.  :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on March 13, 2012, 08:49:06 AM
busymom,  thanks for the info..
.Sorry to hear about the hubby... 
actually Paige @ Homestay is a sponsor here on the site. This will be my 3rd year staying at her motel.
Your right, Paige and her crew do an amazing job. We actually set up the SDCFan discount last spring. ( i think).  anyway it is a great deal...
Check this link, it should take you to our forum discussion we set up for Paige,   
.
http://sdcfans.com/forums/index.php?topic=2014.0


ON ANOTHER NOTE, I will be at the city on march 25th, SOOOOO if anyone is going to be there and can use BAF's let me know. I plan on being there 1st thing is the morning, I am just hoping the weather holds out. ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on March 16, 2012, 08:49:15 PM
if it all works out, we all have a trip planned for the 31st of this month with my brother & his girl.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on March 18, 2012, 08:58:30 PM
I'm going March 22 instead of March 23.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on March 20, 2012, 07:04:34 PM
We are still going this sunday the 25th, we will be there for opening ceremony..  have not decided if we are doing breakfast there or not.. 

I do have Baf's, sooooooo  if anybody need them let me know....

Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: palallin on March 21, 2012, 09:11:06 AM
Looks like the wife and I will be there this Saturday (24th).  We're coming down Friday evening, and she wants to shop at Tanger.  We'll check in at the Homestay afterwards (Hi, Paige!) and hit the city for Breakfast at Mollie's and the Rope Drop Saturday morning.  We'll probably stay till close before heading home.

We have four BAFs. . . .
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: cocodane3 on March 21, 2012, 10:30:01 AM
Just planned a last minute trip to the city. I will be going thurs and Friday and I will try to get my parents to let me go to the city on Saturday as well. Hope to see everyone there!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: cousin bubba on March 21, 2012, 10:51:06 AM
We will be in the City Friday the 23rd. I look like a short Santa wearing overalls, tie dye silver dollar city shirt, and a cap that says grumpy. If you see me, stop and say hi.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: palallin on March 23, 2012, 11:24:54 AM
Quote from: palallin on March 21, 2012, 09:11:06 AM
Looks like the wife and I will be there this Saturday (24th).  We're coming down Friday evening, and she wants to shop at Tanger.  We'll check in at the Homestay afterwards (Hi, Paige!) and hit the city for Breakfast at Mollie's and the Rope Drop Saturday morning.  We'll probably stay till close before heading home.

We have four BAFs. . . .

Scratch that plan.

A wonderful lady at church passed away Wednesday ngiht, and her funeral is Saturday, and the choir is singing, so I will be there.  A BIG, HUGE THANK YOU to Paige for allowing us to change our reservations to 4/20 so late in the game.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozark Outlaw on March 24, 2012, 10:49:01 AM
I'm sorry to hear about your loss palallin. Thankfully, Silver Dollar City can always wait for a more appropriate time.

Speaking of that, is anyone battling the crowds this weekend? My father is at Silver Dollar City right now, and told me it took him over an hour just to make it to the park. Spring break is in full swing for so many people! ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on March 24, 2012, 04:28:17 PM
YEEEE HAAAAWWW!!!  :) :) :) :) :) :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on March 24, 2012, 10:28:05 PM
OVER 19,000 people there today!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on March 24, 2012, 10:29:23 PM
With that many people this early in the season, I hate to see how the summer is going to be!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on March 25, 2012, 06:37:30 AM
wow, 19,000.. i know what thats like.. thank Heaven we'll be there early on the 31st. thats ok, that'll give me more time for pictures so maybe i can make 2 slideshows. we are also going back on Sun. for afew hours.  ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozark Outlaw on March 25, 2012, 09:29:42 AM
Spring break weekend for many + beautiful, sunny day = PACKED PARK ;D

Hopefully, things will be a bit more spread out over the summer months.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: rubedugans on March 25, 2012, 07:45:28 PM
Saturday was packed...Sunday EMPTY!!!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on April 03, 2012, 12:44:53 PM
I'M COMING! I'M COMING! I'M COMING!  ZIPPITY DO DA!  ZIPPITY DAY!  April 12!  Had to fit it around p.t. sessions, but I'm coming!! First time during World Fest and I can't wait!  ;D 
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on April 03, 2012, 05:33:50 PM
I heard from 1 of my friends at SDC that about 12,000 on sat and 5-6,000 on sunday,,,
???
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on April 14, 2012, 07:29:49 PM
OK>>  who else will be there this sunday?  the 22nd...??

I will be there, MHGUY will be there and bringing some friends....  anybody coming sunday early that has extra BAf's he could use.?  I have 2 for him...
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: cheesehead57 on April 16, 2012, 12:52:25 PM
Anybody going to be at Homestay/SDC June1-15?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on April 16, 2012, 02:57:00 PM
We will miss you by 1 day.. >:( coming in on the 16th..
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Junior on April 17, 2012, 09:07:17 AM
If things go as planned, I hope to visit the park THURSDAY. I'll take plenty of Worldfest photos, and will get some updated photos of the new ride progress from a seat on the train. I'm going to try to swing by the Culinary Crafts building to take a shot of Echo Hollow construction, and stop at the new location of the Christmas shop and the new woodcarvers location, just to see what is going on there. Perhaps it is time for some more pictures from around the park to point out "theme-breakers" for another round of "not in Miss Mary's time." We'll see how it goes. Hope to see you there!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on April 17, 2012, 01:28:18 PM
Well junior, it want be hard to see "theme breakers" . 

i saw several the last time i was down and wasnt even lookn! :o :o :o
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DougFromTulsa on April 18, 2012, 08:26:46 AM
We will be at the "City" the afternoon of Thursday, May 3rd, Friday May 4th, and Saturday May 5th...   Typically, we do other things around Branson, but this time, we're planning to make it a "Silver Dollar City" trip only ...  Family is very excited.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Joy on April 18, 2012, 11:15:23 AM
I'm hoping to be at SDC on Sunday, but we'll see if our plans work out... I haven't been to the park yet this season... :-(
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: palallin on April 19, 2012, 09:26:55 AM
Quote from: palallin on March 23, 2012, 11:24:54 AM
Quote from: palallin on March 21, 2012, 09:11:06 AM
Looks like the wife and I will be there this Saturday (24th).  We're coming down Friday evening, and she wants to shop at Tanger.  We'll check in at the Homestay afterwards (Hi, Paige!) and hit the city for Breakfast at Mollie's and the Rope Drop Saturday morning.  We'll probably stay till close before heading home.

We have four BAFs. . . .

Scratch that plan.

A wonderful lady at church passed away Wednesday ngiht, and her funeral is Saturday, and the choir is singing, so I will be there.  A BIG, HUGE THANK YOU to Paige for allowing us to change our reservations to 4/20 so late in the game.

Right now--fingers, toes, and eyes crossed--everything looks like a GO for this weekend!

As always, if you see a guy with a mustache wearing a black slouch hat (most people think it's a cowboy hat) with red cords around the base of the crown and brass crossed cannon on the front, it'll likely be me.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozarks Gal on April 19, 2012, 06:57:42 PM
A little background info first: DH and I bought Season Passes in December for 2012. I was looking forward to frequent day trips to the City. Just after the start of the year DH got switched to night shift, meaning he sleeps during the day (making visits hard). We weren't sure exactly when/if we'd make it. :(

BUT, we're looking making a weekend trip at the beginning of June for our Anniversary and hopefully taking our friends with our BAFs.  ;D I'm very excited right now! (Fingers crossed my new job lets me get off for a bit!)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on April 20, 2012, 04:58:04 PM
OK, so who is going to be there sunday?

Looks like:
     me (sanddunerider)
     MHGUY
     Pallalin.

anybody else??????,

and if so... If you have any extra BAF's, Mhguy could use a couple of more on Sunday. I am letting him use my last 2. we are going to meet about 9:00 at the city.

Supposed to be a BEEUUTIFUL day!!! ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: mhguy77 on April 20, 2012, 10:00:15 PM
QuoteMhguy could use a couple of more on Sunday. I am letting him use my last 2. we are going to meet about 9:00 at the city.
Got some sad news for my friends the Mother of the group is having a big medical problem so I will be going at the city without guests.  I appreciate the help from you guys it looks like her kids are gonna have to wait for there first rides on FITH and TNT.  I hate they wont me going but really appreciate the BAF help, you guys are great and I appreciate being a member of a group of helpfull friends.
Thanks
Matt

( But I will still see you all there !! )
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Joy on April 20, 2012, 10:40:04 PM
It's a 70% chance that I'll be there Sunday.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: mhguy77 on April 21, 2012, 09:39:42 AM
And its my birthday SDC trip, I should get a free trailblazer pass for that!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Swoosh on April 21, 2012, 10:37:41 AM
Here today. Find me if you can. :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on April 22, 2012, 07:19:25 AM
MH, tough break about your friend's mother....

But maybe we will see you out there, we will be on there about 9.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on April 23, 2012, 07:30:34 AM
Saw MHguy at CH today, had a nice little chat and then moved on...

kept my eyes open for a black hat with red cords hanging on it, but didnt find it.... didnt see Palalin either. ;)

great trip though, see my trip review and comments on 2013 project.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: palallin on April 23, 2012, 10:04:53 AM
 ;D  We had to leave Saturday evening, so we didn't make it Sunday to the city.  I'll post a brief review.

MHGUY:  Paige told us that things weren't going well for your trip when we checked in Friday ngiht:  sorry to hear it.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Duelist on April 23, 2012, 01:13:06 PM
Quote from: mhguy77 on April 21, 2012, 09:39:42 AM
And its my birthday SDC trip, I should get a free trailblazer pass for that!!


Happy Birthday!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: mhguy77 on April 23, 2012, 02:54:28 PM
Thanks Duelist
QuoteMHGUY:  Paige told us that things weren't going well for your trip when we checked in Friday night:  sorry to hear it.
I had a great time, cant let the little stuff get you down. 
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on April 24, 2012, 08:40:16 PM
I'll be there Saturday and I'm bringing my "special friend" (as my grandma says) :)
I hope I can talk my mom into staying for GAC Nights :-\
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DollarCityBoy on April 27, 2012, 04:45:23 PM
My wife & I will be there Sat & Sun (28th & 29th)!!!!

We will be staying at HomeStay Inn. Looking forward to a great weekend. This will be our 1st trip this year.

;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on April 27, 2012, 04:50:13 PM
Quote from: tiffanylynnt on April 24, 2012, 08:40:16 PM
I'll be there Saturday and I'm bringing my "special friend" (as my grandma says) :)
I hope I can talk my mom into staying for GAC Nights :-\

I talked her into it!! I finally get to see the new GAC show!! ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on April 27, 2012, 06:29:23 PM
Well Tiff lets hear it. I want the deets. From the GAC Nights show to how your man liked SDC...... ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on April 27, 2012, 11:00:49 PM
I'll be taking THOUSANDS of pictures and some videos and I'll put them on Facebook :)

I'll make the album public and I'll put the link in 2012 Trip Reviews.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DianaGail on April 28, 2012, 05:17:55 PM
We will be at the city on Sunday the 29th.  There will be 6 kids and 8 adults in our group.   Pm me if you want to know how to find us!  Who else will be at the city Sunday?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: familyof6 on May 01, 2012, 06:05:38 AM
We will be there June 2 if anyone would be willing to let us use some of here BAFs, there are 6 in our family, but we are meeting 6 more up there. So, any available tickets would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you and May God Bless!!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on May 01, 2012, 01:51:20 PM
Looks like we are going memorial weekend...probably sunday/monday morning..  More info as the month progresses.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Duelist on May 01, 2012, 09:18:35 PM
We plan on being there the 19th and 20th of this month.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on May 02, 2012, 03:01:32 PM
I am hopin for June. We will see though.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on May 02, 2012, 03:35:51 PM
We should be there sometime after the around the 3rd weekend of May.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: palallin on May 08, 2012, 11:08:52 AM
Looks like we get to help kick off BG&BBQ (my second favorite festival) this Saturday.  We'll be heading down Friday evening to spend the night as Paige's guests after a day of showing Steelville school kids what life (and death) was like in the Civil War.  We'll get up early Saturday and hit the City in time for breakfast before the opening ceremony.  We'll have to head home after the City closes, alas! but we plan to make the most of Saturday.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on May 08, 2012, 01:30:44 PM
pallalin, what's your favorite?  Just curious...
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on May 08, 2012, 01:36:09 PM
You lucky ducky you! I wont be to the city until June 8.......
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: cheesehead57 on May 08, 2012, 01:56:27 PM
Hey MISSIN....We'll be there arriving June 1 and leaving June 15....Hope to meet you at Homestay...
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: palallin on May 09, 2012, 09:13:13 AM
Quote from: Gilligan on May 08, 2012, 01:30:44 PM
pallalin, what's your favorite?  Just curious...

Harvest/Crafts is my favorite, mostly because it's the closest to the City's roots and Fall is my favorite season.  I am at home in the Ozarks no matter the season, but Fall just seems the Ozarkiest.   :D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on May 09, 2012, 10:27:55 AM
I wont be at homestay this time, BIL rented my family a cabin @ the wilderness in exchange for my BAFs.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on May 09, 2012, 12:03:27 PM
Quote from: MissinTheGreenTrams on May 09, 2012, 10:27:55 AM
I wont be at homestay this time, BIL rented my family a cabin @ the wilderness in exchange for my BAFs.

If we do go at the same time as you are, we are talking about a cabin. Maybe we'll be neighbors!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on May 09, 2012, 12:36:48 PM
That would be cool!! Just as long as you dont judge my crazy nut tree family.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on May 09, 2012, 02:45:12 PM
You haven't met my family!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on May 09, 2012, 07:42:29 PM
some info for you people doing cabins @ the wilderness...  Check out the cabins at  Bavarian Village, they are literally just down the road for SDC and very reasonable in pricing..  check 'em out!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Junior on May 11, 2012, 06:32:50 AM
Hey, all!  Making an unexpected (but welcome) trip to SDC TODAY! My little Kindergarten aged grandson wanted to skip school today and go to SDC instead! Can  you blame him? So I'll be running around park today with him. I will try to post some Bluegrass and BBQ photos for you, as well as the latest photos on the new coaster progress, late in the day. So be looking for those shots. Oh, I'll be the 50ish grey headed gent wearing an old school SDC cap if you are on park today. Walk on over and say "howdy" to Junior!  ;)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on May 11, 2012, 08:57:36 AM
Jr you little spoiler! How much fun will this trip be? Your grandbaby will remember this trip forever! :) Have a great time and a safe trip!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on May 17, 2012, 06:24:24 PM
we are going to Branson next weekend, memorial weekend,,  I always swore i would never do that, BUT here we go! We will be there eatly monday morning for sure,. I may have 2 baf's left by then.. have to wait and see..
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Duelist on May 18, 2012, 07:49:39 AM
We'll be at the City this weekend.  I'll be wearing the black cowboy hat in my avatar with the upswept brim and a "I'm Your Huckleberry- Doc Holliday" t-shirt.  If you see me introduce yourself.   Have fun!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tomncyndi on May 18, 2012, 09:05:36 AM
hey all cyndi here ..... i will be at the city today (friday)! will be at the taffy shop at 2:45  would love to meet some fellow sdc fans . 
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on May 24, 2012, 09:22:48 AM
Will be there monday morning early (28th).... I have 2 BAF's available. So if anybody can use them, leave me a note here,,,, ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozarks Gal on May 24, 2012, 04:26:54 PM
They've just posted a few more details about Season Pass Holder Appreciation Days (June 2-10): (http://www.bransonsilverdollarcity.com/you-should-know/default.aspx?id=716)
QuoteJoin us for Season Pass Holder Appreciation Days, June 2 -10! Season Pass Holders can enjoy exclusive ride time each day from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and special discounts including:

    20% OFF Molly's Mill Breakfast Buffet
    25% OFF All Furniture at Heartland Home Furnishings
    25% OFF Hot Sauces at General Store
    25% OFF T-Shirts at Whistle Stop Shop
    25% OFF Personalized Bats at Casey's Baseball Bat Cart or Duplicating Lathe
    50% OFF Bear Clothing with purchase of a Bear at Bears At The Holler
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on June 08, 2012, 08:28:56 AM
Leaving today! Its going to be so much fun.. ;D
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Post by: okiebluegrass on June 08, 2012, 12:40:30 PM
My first trip to Branson begins next Thursday. Anyone else going to be on park next weekend?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: shavethewhales on June 08, 2012, 12:59:27 PM
I'm also leaving today for the park this weekend. Stinks that we did this just in time to miss B&B and hit the start of Kidsfest, but I'll survive.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on June 08, 2012, 01:15:20 PM
I will be there monday morning the 18th.,

okie. where are you staying?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on June 08, 2012, 03:37:10 PM
I HAVE ARRIVED!!! I am sitting in my cabin anticipating tomorrow!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on June 08, 2012, 05:38:10 PM
trams, congrats on the safe trip..  where r u staying? the wilderness?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on June 08, 2012, 08:45:41 PM
You know me too well! Yes I am sitting in my cabin right now! Taking some much needed quiet time. Hubby took kiddo (who is on the verge of falling off the excitement cliff) to swim. Praise the good lord!  :D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: okiebluegrass on June 11, 2012, 11:00:17 AM
Quoteokie. where are you staying?
Don't tell Paige, but I got my hotel by taking a tour, I will be at Homestay on Saturday night though
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on June 11, 2012, 03:11:56 PM
Quote from: okiebluegrass on June 11, 2012, 11:00:17 AM
Quoteokie. where are you staying?
Don't tell Paige, but I got my hotel by taking a tour, I will be at Homestay on Saturday night though


LOL!! Ok wont tell her...!!! 

I will also be there sat and sunday nite, i will be in room 201.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: okiebluegrass on June 13, 2012, 01:04:47 PM
See ya, then
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on June 16, 2012, 07:30:48 AM
Checked into Homestay yestarday afternoon, caught the shows at Grand country...  headed for the City here shortly, it will be a short visit.  hope to ride the train at least once, going to shoot for riding at least twice....(dont forget camera) (dont forget camera) (dont forget camera)....

We have reservations for the showboat at noon..
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on June 16, 2012, 08:26:34 AM
TRAMS!!!! u need to call paige................

NO SWS!!! :o   
NO SWS!!!! :o   
NO SWS!!! :o
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on June 16, 2012, 08:28:46 AM
Blasphamy!  ;) All well easy come easy go! Paige does such a good job I will let it be.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: eagle1 on June 16, 2012, 07:18:45 PM
Man oh man, all you sleepin around on me eh? That's okay, I understand, will still let ya stay here when ya want. ;) On the SWS, the danish didn't fly but the muffins did so I will try to get those every now and then. Gotta have SWS every now and then eh?  ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on June 17, 2012, 01:53:41 PM
Had a great time last nite sitting out in front of Homestay and talking to Paige, Okie and his lady!  Had a good time!! Okie, hope you have a safe drive home.  CYA next time around!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: okiebluegrass on June 18, 2012, 12:24:33 PM
Made it home and back to work  :( :( :( You guys are so much fun to hang out with. Hope you guys had a good breakfast on Sunday. Have a good trip home and see ya next time
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: cheesehead57 on June 18, 2012, 01:55:20 PM
Sanddune.....sorry  we missed you .....and we did have SWS one morning , so Bob was happy. He's getting a new hip on Wednesday, so keep him in your happy thoughts and prayers.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on June 18, 2012, 06:40:38 PM
Okie, breakfast at The Keeter Center was FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!  thanks for asking, looking forward to seeing youn again..

Cheesehead, maybe we will see you next time around!

Trams!!!!  We had SWS on monday morning!!! ;)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozarks Gal on July 08, 2012, 09:27:47 AM
Hubby surprised me this morning by suggesting a trip to SDC. Of course I said yes! Looking forward to the slightly cooler forecast.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on July 08, 2012, 10:26:40 AM
Good for you Ozarks, should be a great day...sunday and cool!  have fun!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: palallin on July 26, 2012, 08:47:34 AM
If all goes well, we'll be hitting the City Saturday (maybe get there for a coupla-three hours Friday night, too).
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: shavethewhales on August 03, 2012, 04:06:47 PM
Anyone else going on August 9, the day of the big announcement. My family decided to spend a long weekend in Branson and at least a few of us will be stopping by that day.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Joy on August 03, 2012, 05:42:52 PM
Hmmm... I'd love to be there, but I don't think I'd find a ride. Plus, Thursdays are when our English Society critique group meets.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on August 03, 2012, 07:46:57 PM
No, wish i could be there thursday,,,, we are driving down friday for the weekend.. it si the wifes b-day so we have several things planned AND this weekend is car show weekend....
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on August 03, 2012, 08:16:44 PM
I wish I could be there, also.  I'll be there a week later.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on August 06, 2012, 06:11:19 PM
who is going to be in branson on fri?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Junior on August 17, 2012, 07:45:01 AM
Sandunerider...I have a trip up to SDC planned for today. It was one of those short notice things. I've got 10 grandkids, and I've had the chance to take some of them to the park already. Today I will take another one of 'em and it will be his first trip! Getting ready to head out the door right now. See ya'll there! (I'll be the portly gent with a green and white striped shirt and jeans on.) Oh, by the way: this is my 50th birthday. So I will be on park celebrating a half century with one of my grandsons!  ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozarks Gal on August 17, 2012, 08:31:28 AM
Junior, congrats on both!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on August 17, 2012, 09:01:31 PM
I believe I'll be there next weekend, unless something comes up!! But if its up to me, nothing is gonna come up lol
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: tiffanylynnt on August 21, 2012, 10:49:33 PM
Plans still stand! I'll be there August 25! I can't wait to see the Booth Brothers. Anyone else gonna be there?
Not sure yet if it will be just a day trip or if we're making a whole weekend out of it.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: cheesehead57 on August 23, 2012, 09:21:55 PM
we are at Homestay now until after Labor Day.....room 323.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on August 28, 2012, 07:59:42 AM
we will be at the City monday morning/afternoon...

will be in Branson most of the weekend, ahve several things planned.... anyone else going to be in town?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on August 31, 2012, 07:20:57 AM
13 days 18 hours 59 minutes  ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on August 31, 2012, 10:09:37 AM
I will be there!!  Yee! Haw!  With the rain predicted, we may be staring out the windows of our condo, BUT we're coming prepared with a crafty project, wood carving, books from the library, new songs on ipod, and movies!  It's never a bad day in Branson!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on September 13, 2012, 10:55:02 AM
I am officially leaving tomorrow for Branson and SDC! Im taking cupcakes to my kids class tomorrow and the minute he is done eating it we are out! Whooo cant wait!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Joy on September 16, 2012, 02:56:28 AM
I'll be at SDC tomorrow/today <Sunday, Sept 16>.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on September 20, 2012, 05:48:34 PM
Well as the saying goes "Lord willin and the creek dont rise" i will be at the city ALL day sunday... uscheduled trip, but i want to see the new shows, and i have not seen the "new" GAC show yet..So Ima goin!~!!!~!!!

then when i go back in 2 weeks for my "scheduled" trip, i can see what i miss this sunday,,,,,

I have BAF's if anybody can use them sunday....I will be there early....
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on September 20, 2012, 05:50:36 PM
Double check your BAFs.....I think they are done expired for the fall season. I think the Christmas set is for December?????
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on September 20, 2012, 06:14:46 PM
LOL!!!  your right trams.....I was just digging out stuff to start to get ready to go and checked them out.... I was signing on to SDCfans to post it and you beat me!!!  sorry folks......  next BAFS is 12-1.....
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: eagle1 on September 20, 2012, 09:15:05 PM
Quote from: sanddunerider on September 20, 2012, 06:14:46 PM
LOL!!!  your right trams.....I was just digging out stuff to start to get ready to go and checked them out.... I was signing on to SDCfans to post it and you beat me!!!  sorry folks......  next BAFS is 12-1.....


Look at you sneakin in on me! Look forward to seeing ya all! Sorry no BAF's on my side.....
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on September 21, 2012, 05:54:04 AM
yep... sneaking in on ya,,,,,

make sure my suite is ready!! 

Probably wont be there till 630 or so.....if it is any later we will go to grand country show 1st and see ya about 930....... ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DollarCityBoy on September 27, 2012, 11:15:11 AM
We're thinking about heading up to Branson this Sat/Sun (29-30).

If we go, we will definitely be calling HomeStay Inn!

We would be hitting up SDC on Sat, haven't been since spring, so we are looking forward to it.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on September 27, 2012, 04:47:05 PM
Dollar, good luck making it to the city!  If you do you will be amazed at how nice the park looks! I know I was...
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DollarCityBoy on October 03, 2012, 09:35:38 AM
Ok, so we didn't get to make it to Branson last weekend. We went to Hot Springs with my In-Laws and stayed in a Yurt on Lake Catherine.
My parents, however, did get to go to Branson and they stayed at HomeStay with their dog Willow.
Anyhoo, we ARE going to be in Branson on Saturday Oct 27 & Sunday Oct 28!! Just made reservations this morning with HomeStay. I think this will be a great weekend to be there, because the leaves should be looking really good by then.  :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on October 03, 2012, 10:17:28 AM
Dollar have a great weekend.......BUT!!!!!  NOTICE!!!!  NOTICE!!!!

Silver Dollar City is closed on sunday thhe 28th, in Preparations for OTC!!!!!

SAT. the 27th is the LAST day of Fall Festival....
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DollarCityBoy on October 03, 2012, 10:45:18 AM
THANKS for the reminder Sanddune! We typically do Branson stuff on Sat, and SDC on Sunday (lighter crowds). We'll just switch our days for that weekend, should be no problem.
I know several years ago, we were there for the last weekend of Fall, and it was sorta interested to say the least. It was half Fall, half Christmas. But who cares right?! ITS SDC!!!!  :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozarks Gal on October 16, 2012, 12:38:16 PM
DH and I will be going to the city at the end of this week! Feeling a little "homesick" for SDC, so the Bluegrass Pandora station is helping me make it through this week. :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on October 16, 2012, 01:14:31 PM
A reminder to everyone that SDC has a special going on until the end of fall festival......

A season pass holder can get in up to 6 people for 25.00 each plus tax...!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Duelist on October 16, 2012, 06:39:57 PM
We'll be there this Saturday and Sunday as well.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: palallin on October 17, 2012, 09:01:17 AM
My wife and I will be there this Saturday (and maybe late Friday, depending on how early she can get off work).
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: okiebluegrass on October 19, 2012, 04:14:07 PM
we will be there at the city all day tomorrow
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on October 21, 2012, 09:14:52 PM
Anybody planning on going the 1st weekend in Dec,  I will be there on Sunday...
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on October 23, 2012, 08:13:15 AM
Quote from: sanddunerider on October 21, 2012, 09:14:52 PM
Anybody planning on going the 1st weekend in Dec,  I will be there on Sunday...

I'll be there over Thanksgiving and possibly Dec. 1 with my sister and niece (IF I can talk her into it.)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on October 23, 2012, 04:05:59 PM
We will have 1 BAF available IF anyone needs it...Right now we are planning on being there sunday dec 2,  and the last day sunday dec 30..... 

I will be glad to try to meet up with you if we can
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on October 27, 2012, 05:26:23 AM
we are going again with my parents on the weekend of Nov. 3rd & 4th, it will our 1st time seeing the lights!  :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on November 01, 2012, 05:44:15 AM
We will be at the city this sunday..11-4, I do have 1 BAF available.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on November 10, 2012, 06:53:31 AM
Whoo! My visit got moved up to Nov 30/Dec 1!!!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on November 10, 2012, 07:07:50 AM
as normal, parents canceled out & wife didnt feel like it.... :'(
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: cynergygoon on November 10, 2012, 07:30:47 AM
im going today nov 10th. Cant wait to head that way.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on November 10, 2012, 07:38:01 AM
Not feel like it?!?!  :o
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on November 10, 2012, 10:06:22 AM
Trams, will u be staying at Homestay? i will be there sat/sunday,,,,  And I thinkMH said he was coming that weekend also...........

Anybody else going to be @ homestay 1st and 2nd?
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on November 10, 2012, 10:08:58 AM
No my inlaws paid for a cabin at Thousand Hills. So we will be staying there.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozark Outlaw on November 10, 2012, 04:10:43 PM
I'll be there November 23rd, and 24th which is the one weekend no one else around here seems to be going. Which is ironic since it is supposed to be the busiest weekend of the season. :)
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DollarCityBoy on November 10, 2012, 04:34:09 PM
Quote from: Ozark BBQ on November 10, 2012, 04:10:43 PM
I'll be there November 23rd, and 24th which is the one weekend no one else around here seems to be going. Which is ironic since it is supposed to be the busiest weekend of the season. :)

We'll be there that weekend Ozark!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on November 10, 2012, 04:59:41 PM
I'll be there that weekend!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Ozark Outlaw on November 11, 2012, 06:35:39 PM
Woohoo! I don't feel so isolated now. ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on November 17, 2012, 10:57:37 AM
As i said, I will be the sunday the 2nd,  just found out 1 of my buddies and his wife will be joining in...

They are NEWBIES!!,, never been to OTC before.!!....  That should be interesting..

Now I do have 1 BAF available,  i will be there that sunday at opening, AND i am planning on going the last sunday of the year... SOOOO if somebody needs 1,,let me know, we will try to arrange it,.,
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DianaGail on November 25, 2012, 09:10:05 PM
Does anyone have 2 BAFs for Saturday the 1st that will be at the city?  My parents have 2, but that leaves us short 2. 
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on November 29, 2012, 06:24:46 PM
Finally.. We will be at City, Sat. Dec. 1st. We are staying at Homestay Inn for the first time, Paige has got us penciled in. We wont be on park till around 4pm or so. Look for us!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on November 29, 2012, 06:54:22 PM
16 hours!!!  ;D ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DianaGail on November 29, 2012, 09:12:54 PM
We got enough tickets rounded up so we are going Saturday as well.  Sounds like a lot of us will be there!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on November 30, 2012, 11:55:24 AM
I still have 1 BAF available.. I will be at the park on sunday... let me know u anyone needs it....  My next trip will be in 4 weeks, the last Sunday of the year..!!!!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on November 30, 2012, 05:12:21 PM
I have arrived!!!!!! Off to SDC yall.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: U Smell Smoke on November 30, 2012, 05:22:20 PM
Have a great time Missin!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on November 30, 2012, 05:25:18 PM
Have fun, Trams!  You're in for a treat!  Ride the train for all of us that aren't there.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on November 30, 2012, 07:35:17 PM
Yeah Trams!! ;D
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on November 30, 2012, 09:38:52 PM
I rode the train ( :o :) :) :'( yes all of those emotions)......almost a walk on. Tonights crowds were fantastic along with the weather. Will post a review tomorrow after all said and done.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on December 01, 2012, 09:07:16 AM
Can't wait to read it!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: MissinTheGreenTrams on December 01, 2012, 04:55:21 PM
Here is my review.

Came in Friday evenig and as able to get about 4 hours in the city. It was not crowded. I mean ther were people there but it want crowded. We hit Fire in the Hole first and was a walk on. We rode it twice. The lights were amazing!!! Just beautiful. Was able to ride the train. Had to wait 5-10 minutes. They were running two. My what a ride. A must do. :)  Saw santa. Terry was a hoot. All the rides were open but I just couldnt brng myself to ride anything. Feel kinda guilty for it. My son wanted toride powderkeg so bad. Didnt get anything special. Just kinda moseyed (sp) around. Just amazng. Getting out was a little hairy. The weather was FANTASTIC!!!

Today we went to Dixie Stampede. Fun. Then we went to the Track and my kid was thrilled with that!! He had a blast. We then headed towards the city. Mistake big time. We took Shepherd of the Hills towards the city. Waited in line and hur and a half. Got to the stop light before the stop light headed towards SDC and just turned around. You could see the line of traffic went all the way to the city and the lots were full. It just wouldnt have been  good visit. Kid was slightly dissapointed. I had not seen traffic that bad ever. Seriously, evenduring kidsfest. So if you went to the city today I am sorry for the insane crazy nutbag traffic. I took a picture of the line of cars and will post pictures o my trip later. I am off to walk the strip.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: Gilligan on December 01, 2012, 05:39:16 PM
Glad you and your family had a great time, Trams!  That's pretty much what we did this year, also - walked around and took in the sights.  No reason to feel guilty - it's your first OTC!!  You probably made the right choice after viewing the traffic.  Last year, we saw traffic backed up all the way to 165.  Thankfully, we were going the opposite direction.  We also got trapped in the parking lot once.  Literally, trapped - we were wedged in, and there was no way we could get out.  I called security to see if they could help us out - I would have just sat in the car and waited, or headed back to Delilah's for a cup of coffee to wait it out, but I was with a family member who doesn't like SDC, and she was going ballistic! (and it was her car, so had no choice!)  Note: try to avoid traffic and never again go during OTC with a cranky family member that doesn't like the city.

You're trip sounds like fun.  Enjoy the rest of it!
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: sanddunerider on December 02, 2012, 06:43:04 AM
Headed for the city.............


Was it Wilie Nelson that sang....................


" On the road again"..............................???

Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on December 02, 2012, 07:55:16 AM
i know ya'r feeling Trams, read my review....  :'(
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: DianaGail on December 02, 2012, 01:51:19 PM
i was going to look for you How, but I forgot.  Then I found out you never made it.  lol!  I never would have found you anyway.
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on December 02, 2012, 05:55:31 PM
true..  ::)
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Post by: palallin on December 13, 2012, 08:58:28 AM
It looks like the wife and I will be there this Friday night for a couple hours and maybe for a couple more Saturday night.

The primary reason for the trip is to see the Christmas Cantata at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Kimberling City (Sat 2 - 4) and do some shopping at Tanger (yeah, I know, but we're meeting some friends, and we have some gifts to buy for the angel tree here at work), but we just can't be that close and not visit a little bit!
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Post by: HeyWheatBread on December 14, 2012, 01:51:18 AM
I'll be going to the city with my wife and a friend of ours on Sunday.  I'll try to snap as many pics as I can!  The forecast for Sunday looks to be Sunny with a high of 59 and a 0% chance of precip., so it should be a great day to visit!

Also, this will be our FIRST OTC! We're really excited!  ;D
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Post by: tiffanylynnt on December 14, 2012, 09:23:11 PM
I'll be there tomorrow!! I'm bringing a bunch of friends to use up the BAFs, don't want them to go to waste!
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Post by: sanddunerider on December 15, 2012, 07:46:00 AM
have a great day Tiff, hopefully the "bad" weather will blow through before you get there..
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Post by: okiebluegrass on December 16, 2012, 10:44:48 AM
I will be going to Silver Dollar City in about an hour and a half. If anybody's  going to be there today, I am wearing a long sleeve green shirt and blue jeans. I will also have on my leather jacket
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Post by: sanddunerider on December 24, 2012, 12:07:23 PM
Still plannning on a visit next sunday, the last day of the SDC season!!..   

I have 1 BAF if anyone here can use it..  we are planning on being there at the drop of the gate.. (12:00) or shortly thereafter..
Title: Re: 2012 Meet Ups.
Post by: How-doFolks on January 11, 2013, 05:45:51 AM
K, anyone got trips planned yet? My brother has a trip planned for Mar. 22-23-24, he's gunna let us use the BAF passes & we should be going on Sun. the 24th. We shall see..
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Post by: palallin on January 11, 2013, 10:53:49 AM
My wife and I are planning to do Opeining Day (and the weekend) for our anniversary. . . .
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Post by: Gilligan on January 11, 2013, 05:53:33 PM
I'll be there sometime in April for WorldFest - no set date yet...