April 30 - May 2, 2010
Join Audi and VW fans from all over the nation as they gather for the annual drive and social event in the Great Smokies! Last year in Gatlinburg, TN we had nearly 100 cars, a bit of rain and fog, and even more fun. This year, we'll return to Gatlinburg, at the edge of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, with access to scenic drives, local attractions, and another unique opportunity to meet friends in our singular passion for automotive excellence: VORSPRUNG durch TECHNIK!
Coordination and Information:
- Bring radios: GMRS/FRS radios are nearly universal in their availability. We generally setup on channel 9-14 (we use the sideband), but what is important is that you and your group have an alternate to cell phones. In some places, cells can't talk to one another even though you can see you buddy just ahead of you!
- Bring rain gear. Last year the Blue Ridge Parkway was uncooperative. We still had a grand time, but it was cold and wet!
- We'll provide a shorthand THP number and other emergency data at the driver's briefings.
- Periodically we'll issue updates to registered entrants and on the websites. This might include intel, weather, packing lists, etc.
Event Agenda
Thursday
- Local arrivals at HQ: self check-in. No registration per se, as event HQ room will arrive late.
- Enjoy the local scene: there's plenty to explore!
- Dine in any of the establishments, from The Park Grill on the south end of town, to the Hard Rock, to the local little spots hidden along a side road.
- Pool deck for the after-party, weather permitting, or in a 3-room condo and hospitality room.
- 8:00-11:00 AM: Registration in the Lobby or party room of Baskins Creek Condos, or in the HQ room. We'll announce the particular before 30 April.
- From-Until: local drives, maps will be provided.
- 4:00-8:00 PM: Reopen registration and social hours.
- Dine locally with friends: The Park Grill is upscale, large, and serves great food! We're checking with The Smoky Mountain Brewery for a Friday 'floor party' on their second floor.
- Afterparty at the pool!
- Karting if you desire! Again, seeking group rates.
- Breakfast on your own and with friends- there are LOTS of pancake houses: go figure! We're working on a breakfast at the HQ, provided by a sponsor. Details TBP!
- 9:00 AM: Drivers meeting UNDER the Condos or poolside, weather permitting.
- 9:15 AM: (yes, I'm trying to be quick!)- organized drives.
- Cherohala and the Dragon south
- Cherohala and the Dragon north
- The Devil's Triangle for solo drivers. Groups should drive it at night, or Sunday, due to coal truck traffic!
- Local solo drives as you wish: there are some beautiful 12m or shorter drives right off our back entrance!
- 7:00 PM until: Saturday we plan a pool-side feast, catered by a local agency!
- 9:00 PM until: Beer exchange on the pool deck (swim suits encouraged) and Vince's party zone!
- Breakfast, hopefully with new friends!
- Return home
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