Possible 2007 Gorge Dates from Best Western

[robjones]

The Best Western in Moses Lake is booked from Wednesday, August 29 to Sunday, September 2. All other weekends in the traditional Gorge range (August and early September) are free. Even though it's a holiday weekend and the hotel may actually be booked, I checked about two weeks ago and Labor Day weekend was still free. This has been reliable in determining Gorge dates in the past (http://www.antsmarching.org/forum/showthread.php?t=154553). You can try for yourself at:

http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=48045#null

[firedwarftj]

The Best Western in Moses Lake is booked from Wednesday, August 29 to Sunday, September 2. All other weekends in the traditional Gorge range (August and early September) are free. Even though it's a holiday weekend and the hotel may actually be booked, I checked about two weeks ago and Labor Day weekend was still free. This has been reliable in determining Gorge dates in the past (http://www.antsmarching.org/forum/showthread.php?t=154553). You can try for yourself at:

http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=48045#null

that is a very good weekend for the shows to be ...

[duane26]

I hope the Gorge ends the 2007 Tour season, the Gorge should end every summer dmb tour! :)

[zachyd]

I'll make sure my mother blocks off any weddings (as in doesn't book any) for those dates. :)

[duane26]

I'll make sure my mother blocks off any weddings (as in doesn't book any) for those dates. :)

:lol :thumbsup

[zachyd]

:lol :thumbsup

And the funny thing is, she is such a hardcore fan that she will! :lol

In fact, I just told her to, and she said okay. :lol

See you at the Gorge! :)

EDIT- An Vegas! :lol

[Riggaberto]

My question is why does it start on wednesday and end on sunday, when people will still be needing a place to stay?

[firedwarftj]

My question is why does it start on wednesday and end on sunday, when people will still be needing a place to stay?

The road crew leaves the hotel Sunday morning and doesnt return to the hotel (I stayed there in 05)

[zachyd]

The road crew leaves the hotel Sunday morning and doesnt return to the hotel (I stayed there in 05)

So chances are, the shows are:

Friday August 31st
Saturday September 1st
Sunday September 2nd

Right?

[duane26]

So chances are, the shows are:

Friday August 31st
Saturday September 1st
Sunday September 2nd

Right?

Yes there is a good chance those will be the dates but I wouldn't bank 100% on it.

[zachyd]

Yes there is a good chance those will be the dates but I wouldn't bank 100% on it.

Well if its been correct 2005 and 2006, there is an outstanding chance that is correct, right?

[firedwarftj]

So chances are, the shows are:

Friday August 31st
Saturday September 1st
Sunday September 2nd

Right?

thats what I would think ...

[zachyd]

thats what I would think ...

I sure hope so...labor day weekend so so optimal.

[firedwarftj]

I sure hope so...labor day weekend so so optimal.

if it is labor day weekend ... I will def be making my second trip out there

[duane26]

Well if its been correct 2005 and 2006, there is an outstanding chance that is correct, right?

But it wasn't those dates in 2005, Aug. 19-21, you are thinking about 2004, Sept 3-5.

[duane26]

Labor Day and Gorge go together like beans and rice.:) Or beer and football.:monkey :lol

[zachyd]

But it wasn't those dates in 2005, Aug. 19-21, you are thinking about 2004, Sept 3-5.

http://www.antsmarching.org/forum/showthread.php?t=154553

According to that link, Best Western blocked off Aug. 16-22 in 2005, and the shows were the 19-21. In 2006, they blocked off Aug. 30th through Sep. 4th, and the shows were the 1-3.

[zachyd]

So is it the Moses Lake Best Western?

[firedwarftj]

So is it the Moses Lake Best Western?

thats the hotel they use

[zachyd]

Okay, I called the hotel. Jeff Trump reserved all the rooms...who is Jeff Trump?

[uchuskies87]

so did this guy reserve all the rooms? maybe im just confused...

[zachyd]

Yes, Jeff Trump reserved every room in the hotel for all of those dates. :(

[firedwarftj]

Jeff Trump is DMB's tour accountant

[Smoke/Mirrors]

Jeff Trump is DMB's tour accountant
seriously?

so.....cancel all plans for that weekend...

[zachyd]

Jeff Trump is DMB's tour accountant

Well that about confirms it.

[firedwarftj]

seriously?

I googled his name with DMB after it, he is credited on the Gorge DVD as the bands tour accountant

[zachyd]

I googled his name with DMB after it, he is credited on the Gorge DVD as the bands tour accountant

So we might as well assume that the 31st, 1st, and 2nd are the dates now...

[zachyd]

seriously?

so.....cancel all plans for that weekend...

See you there buddy. :)

[Smoke/Mirrors]

See you there buddy. :)
i owe you a beer at the gorge!! you better be there:lol

[zachyd]

i owe you a beer at the gorge!! you better be there:lol

:lol :hug

Too bad I can't drink! :p

[Smoke/Mirrors]

:lol :hug

Too bad I can't drink! :p

...how old are you? you can in the campsite anyways...

[zachyd]

...how old are you? you can in the campsite anyways...

Not old enough to drink. ;)

[Smoke/Mirrors]

Not old enough to drink. ;)

oh well. the campsite knows no rules. :)

[zachyd]

oh well. the campsite knows no rules. :)

:bounce

[Smoke/Mirrors]

:bounce
i made a new game thread in nDMBc you should check out.

are you going all 3 days of gorge?

[zachyd]

i made a new game thread in nDMBc you should check out.

are you going all 3 days of gorge?

Yep...all 3 days. You too?

[Smoke/Mirrors]

Yep...all 3 days. You too?
:thumbsup

[dmbolp]

The Cave B Inn next door to the Gorge is booked as well, where the band/family stays.

[jheideman]

Has anyone heard any other rumored dates, other than wrigley? ie alpine, spac, deercreek

[zachyd]

Has anyone heard any other rumored dates, other than wrigley? ie alpine, spac, deercreek

Nope...just Gorge and Wrigley.

[cityondown5]

So who wants to do the detective work and find out when Alpine is?

[zachyd]

I'm not even going to try.

[groton]

hmm thats odd dates thoe right
i mean we fiqured the summer tour would start late
so if they do the Gorge three day stand then I have a feeling there going be some city's skiped this year

[greyant2]

hmm thats odd dates thoe right
i mean we fiqured the summer tour would start late
so if they do the Gorge three day stand then I have a feeling there going be some city's skiped this year

Why? There can always be more dates after the Gorge, it hasn't had the last shows of a tour since 2002.

[zachyd]

Why? There can always be more dates after the Gorge, it hasn't had the last shows of a tour since 2002.

Or they could do a shorter tour, and end with the Gorge. That would be neat.

[duane26]

http://www.antsmarching.org/forum/showthread.php?t=154553

According to that link, Best Western blocked off Aug. 16-22 in 2005, and the shows were the 19-21. In 2006, they blocked off Aug. 30th through Sep. 4th, and the shows were the 1-3.

Good Info Bro!:thumbsup The only thing I can add is that the band doesn't stay at moses lake anymore just the road crew.

[duane26]

I googled his name with DMB after it, he is credited on the Gorge DVD as the bands tour accountant

I am very impressed!:eek :thumbsup :thumbsup

[duane26]

See you there buddy. :)

The first time you walk up the grassy noll you will have a tear in your eye!:lorraine

[duane26]

So who wants to do the detective work and find out when Alpine is?

:lol

[zachyd]

The first time you walk up the grassy noll you will have a tear in your eye!:lorraine

Oh man, I can't wait! :multi

[zachyd]

Good Info Bro!:thumbsup The only thing I can add is that the band doesn't stay at moses lake anymore just the road crew.

I'm actually surprised that the guy at the front desk gave me the named "Geoff Trump" as the one who booked it...you'd think they'd keep the sort of stuff a secret. :eek

[firedwarftj]

The first time you walk up the grassy noll you will have a tear in your eye!:lorraine

Its a special moment ... I def remember my first time walking up and that feeling you get the moment you arrive at the ridge

[firedwarftj]

Good Info Bro!:thumbsup The only thing I can add is that the band doesn't stay at moses lake anymore just the road crew.

and the North Mississippi All Stars did in 05 ...

[zachyd]

Now I am going to be watching the Gorge DVD over and over again..and listening to Gorge concerts...

:lol

[thestand]

I could make this work. It's perfect timing, really.

[Allie35]

I'm actually surprised that the guy at the front desk gave me the named "Geoff Trump" as the one who booked it...you'd think they'd keep the sort of stuff a secret.Yeah it is scarey that you just asked and were able to get that kind info.

[dmbordie]

This info definitely helps with planning my year! Thanks for the detective work all! :)

[uchuskies87]

so whats the probablility that a one year warehouse member would get confirmed for tickets for all three nights?

[duane26]

Gorge Advice: Always sit lawn night 1!

[zachyd]

This info definitely helps with planning my year! Thanks for the detective work all! :)

Might I see you there, Melissa? :) :hug

[zachyd]

Gorge Advice: Always sit lawn night 1!

Sounds like a plan! :multi

[zachyd]

Yeah it is scarey that you just asked and were able to get that kind info.

I know...in fact, I didn't ask. He said that someone reserved all the rooms for those dates, and I'm like "oh, that's interesting." Then he proceeded to tell me who it was without me even asking!

[dmbordie]

Might I see you there, Melissa? :) :hug

I am hopeful I can make it happen. I have many months to save up and convince my hubby that it's a good idea. ;)

[zachyd]

I am hopeful I can make it happen. I have many months to save up and convince my hubby that it's a good idea. ;)

I sure hope you can make it! :)

[dmbordie]

I sure hope you can make it! :)

Thanks, Zach. :hug It's the one venue I really want to make it to one of these days and why not this year? Did you have a good Christmas/New Year's?

[zachyd]

Thanks, Zach. :hug It's the one venue I really want to make it to one of these days and why not this year? Did you have a good Christmas/New Year's?

It was great! What about yours?

[dmbordie]

It was great! What about yours?

I was happy to have a low-key, relaxing New Year's weekend after such a hectic December. Are you back at school or do you have another week off?

[phelps1540630]

Gorge Advice: Always sit lawn night 1!

I disagree.... I like reserved every night... I will agree Duane that the view when you walk over that hill is magical...

[beer_n_dmb]

this is the kind of thread that keeps me enjoying ants. good info.

see you all at the gorge. it is heaven. if you haven't been, you should do everything in your power to make it. it is the mecca

[linrose]

I am hopeful I can make it happen. I have many months to save up and convince my hubby that it's a good idea. ;)

Of course it's a good idea! :thumbsup If you need help convincing, I volunteer to talk to him! :hug

I'm dragging today and planning my dmb road trips for 2007 is just what I need to pull me outta this funky town! :bounce :multi

[phelps1540630]

this is the kind of thread that keeps me enjoying ants. good info.

see you all at the gorge. it is heaven. if you haven't been, you should do everything in your power to make it. it is the mecca

Beers at the Gorge again!!!

[dmbordie]

Of course it's a good idea! :thumbsup If you need help convincing, I volunteer to talk to him! :hug

Thanks, Linda! :) MaryAnn started working on him when we saw her last month. The more he hears what a great idea it is, the better. ;)

[beer_n_dmb]

Beers at the Gorge again!!!

for sure my man. for sure.

[duane26]

I disagree.... I like reserved every night... I will agree Duane that the view when you walk over that hill is magical...

What do you know? I have been going to the Gorge since 2004.:p The Gorge has the best lawn out of any venue I have ever been to and with a 3 night stint you still get 2 shows where you can sit reserve.:thumbsup You can sit reserve in any venue, only one venue on this planet has a view from the lawn like the gorge.

[phelps1540630]

What do you know? I have been going to the Gorge since 2004.:p The Gorge has the best lawn out of any venue I have ever been to and with a 3 night stint you still get 2 shows where you can sit reserve.:thumbsup You can sit reserve in any venue, only one venue on this planet has a view from the lawn like the gorge.

I just like to be as close to the band as possible... That is just my personal opinion... If I had to pick a place to sit lawn though, it would be the gorge... The view is nothing short of amazing... A picture that I took from the top of the lawn is actually my desktop on my computer... I know you are pro-lawn N1, you always will be...

[Sniper15]

The lawn at the gorge is shit. I love the gorge but you gotta be sitting reserved.

[duane26]

I just like to be as close to the band as possible... That is just my personal opinion... If I had to pick a place to sit lawn though, it would be the gorge... The view is nothing short of amazing... A picture that I took from the top of the lawn is actually my desktop on my computer... I know you are pro-lawn N1, you always will be...

Yes but only at the gorge. I will NOT sit lawn anywhere else. But we have had this argument before.:cool

[duane26]

The lawn at the gorge is shit. I love the gorge but you gotta be sitting reserved.

Night 2 and 3 I agree!:thumbsup

[Isilinde]

Hell yeah. September 1st is my birthday. :D

[phelps1540630]

Yes but only at the gorge. I will NOT sit lawn anywhere else. But we have had this argument before.:cool

Exactly... Agree to disagree... You sitting lawn N1 just gives me a better shot of getting a good seat...

[phelps1540630]

Hell yeah. September 1st is my birthday. :D

That is awesome, I've always wanted to do a DMB show on my birthday...

[linrose]

Thanks, Linda! :) MaryAnn started working on him when we saw her last month. The more he hears what a great idea it is, the better. ;)

We'll have to creatively tag team until he insists that you go! :D

My hubby has said he really wants to go, in part because of some nice people we met from Seattle at the SB shows in October. He may or may not go to a show, but he can hang out back at the hotel while we have our fun! :evil

[dmbordie]

We'll have to creatively tag team until he insists that you go! :D

My hubby has said he really wants to go, in part because of some nice people we met from Seattle at the SB shows in October. He may or may not go to a show, but he can hang out back at the hotel while we have our fun! :evil

I can see taking my son to one show and my hubby to one (who will babysit? hmm?) and I can go solo for one....the plan is formulating...

[linrose]

I can see taking my son to one show and my hubby to one (who will babysit? hmm?) and I can go solo for one....the plan is formulating...

I'm sure my hubby would be willing to watch the boys... ;)

[dmbordie]

I'm sure my hubby would be willing to watch the boys... ;)

see, I told you a plan was formulating...:) Also, my husband's brother and sister-in-law also live in seattle...so maybe they're due for a visit. ;)

[MAM2STEPN]

http://www.antsmarching.org/forum/showthread.php?t=154553

According to that link, Best Western blocked off Aug. 16-22 in 2005, and the shows were the 19-21. In 2006, they blocked off Aug. 30th through Sep. 4th, and the shows were the 1-3.Nice job on the research.:thumbsup

[MAM2STEPN]

The first time you walk up the grassy noll you will have a tear in your eye!:lorraineIt literally takes your breath away. The view is so amazingly beautiful.

[MAM2STEPN]

Thanks, Linda! :) MaryAnn started working on him when we saw her last month. The more he hears what a great idea it is, the better. ;)Let him think the main point of the trip is the camping which is great for a family vacation. We know what the highlight really is.;)

[MAM2STEPN]

What do you know? I have been going to the Gorge since 2004.:p The Gorge has the best lawn out of any venue I have ever been to and with a 3 night stint you still get 2 shows where you can sit reserve.:thumbsup You can sit reserve in any venue, only one venue on this planet has a view from the lawn like the gorge.I agree, doing lawn is a must for at least one night. The view alone makes it well worth it.

[dmbordie]

Let him think the main point of the trip is the camping which is great for a family vacation. We know what the highlight really is.;)

Truthfully, I don't know about the camping aspect, but I can see framing it as a family vacation, esp since he's got a brother there. And thanks, MaryAnn, for buttering him up on that topic. ;) All help is greatly appreciated. He must be coming around, b/c he got me a DMB calendar for Xmas. :)

[MAM2STEPN]

I can see taking my son to one show and my hubby to one (who will babysit? hmm?) and I can go solo for one....the plan is formulating...You don't need to go solo, you can go with me.:D

[linrose]

Truthfully, I don't know about the camping aspect, but I can see framing it as a family vacation, esp since he's got a brother there. And thanks, MaryAnn, for buttering him up on that topic. ;) All help is greatly appreciated. He must be coming around, b/c he got me a DMB calendar for Xmas. :)

I'll probably stay at the Best Western, personally. That's what we did in 2001. It's a nice place and most of the band members were there. People were drinking with LeRoi at the bar after the show and such. :thumbsup

[dmbordie]

You don't need to go solo, you can go with me.:D

I know. ;) We need to talk about our ticket purchasing before we have to place orders with WH. I will call you about that. :)

[dmbordie]

I'll probably stay at the Best Western, personally. That's what we did in 2001. It's a nice place and most of the band members were there. People were drinking with LeRoi at the bar after the show and such. :thumbsup

So it's not completely booked? If it doesn't work out with the relatives in Seattle (which is at least two hours away), I'd be looking into hotels, too.

[firedwarftj]

I'll probably stay at the Best Western, personally. That's what we did in 2001. It's a nice place and most of the band members were there. People were drinking with LeRoi at the bar after the show and such. :thumbsup

the band no longer stays there ... only the crew does

[linrose]

the band no longer stays there ... only the crew does

Seriously? Did they build a better hotel in the area? If not, I can't imagine where they'd stay unless they take a jet or a helicopter out of the area after every show... :confused

[linrose]

So it's not completely booked? If it doesn't work out with the relatives in Seattle (which is at least two hours away), I'd be looking into hotels, too.

It's probably booked because the warehouse offers it as an option... at least they used to. I'm guessing that's why the rooms are booked?

EDIT: It's a long drive from the Gorge to Seattle... I can't imagine making the trip for multiple nights.

[dmbordie]

It's probably booked because the warehouse offers it as an option... at least they used to. I'm guessing that's why the rooms are booked?

Oh thanks. This will be my first time, so I'll need pointers. :)

[MAM2STEPN]

I know. ;) We need to talk about our ticket purchasing before we have to place orders with WH. I will call you about that. :)We also need to wait till actual tour dates are announced.

[dmbordie]

We also need to wait till actual tour dates are announced.

I know. I suppose we're getting ahead of ourselves here, but the waiting is just too hard. :lorraine

[firedwarftj]

Seriously? Did they build a better hotel in the area? If not, I can't imagine where they'd stay unless they take a jet or a helicopter out of the area after every show... :confused

they stay at Villas at the venue ...

[phelps1540630]

they stay at Villas at the venue ...

Yep...

[linrose]

they stay at Villas at the venue ...

Thanks for updating my info! A lot can change in a few years. I also heard they don't make people stay in a corral to drink anymore either! :lol

[zachyd]

I was happy to have a low-key, relaxing New Year's weekend after such a hectic December. Are you back at school or do you have another week off?

I have one more week! I go back the 10th. :D

[zachyd]

:lol Who wants to make the Gorge Thread way ahead of time? ;)

[duane26]

they stay at Villas at the venue ...

Which is part of the winery right next door right?

[dmbordie]

I have one more week! I go back the 10th. :D

Enjoy your time off, young Skywalker. (We've been watching all the Star Wars movies lately.) :)

[meredithpaull]

:lorraine


I REALLLLLY hope these aren't the true dates for gorge. I was looking forward to finally making it there but I will be standing up in a wedding that weekend.

[zachyd]

Enjoy your time off, young Skywalker. (We've been watching all the Star Wars movies lately.) :)

I sure will! I hope we (all of the NoCal Ants) can make it up to the Gorge this year! :D

[zachyd]

:lorraine


I REALLLLLY hope these aren't the true dates for gorge. I was looking forward to finally making it there but I will be standing up in a wedding that weekend.

I'm sorry to break it to you, but I am 100% sure that those are the dates. :(

[dmbordie]

I sure will! I hope we (all of the NoCal Ants) can make it up to the Gorge this year! :D

Sounds like a must-do! :multi

[zachyd]

Sounds like a must-do! :multi

Too bad we have to wait like 8 months. :(

[phelps1540630]

I'm sorry to break it to you, but I am 100% sure that those are the dates. :(

Zach, while those very well might be the dates now, plans can always change... All it takes is one date or two to change the tour schedule... The preliminary plan I'm sure is to play at the Gorge labor day weekend but that could change before March...

[dsera]

How has nobody called BS on this kid yet?? I called the hotel. There's no reservation for Geoff Tucker for that weekend or any other in Aug or Sept. :rolleyes

[zachyd]

How has nobody called BS on this kid yet?? I called the hotel. There's no reservation for Geoff Tucker for that weekend or any other in Aug or Sept. :rolleyes

Geoff Trump...I made the call. I don't make stuff like this up, as I would have no reason to. The guy said Geoff Trump booked the whole hotel from August 29th through September 2nd.

[Crumbo]

Zach, while those very well might be the dates now, plans can always change... All it takes is one date or two to change the tour schedule... The preliminary plan I'm sure is to play at the Gorge labor day weekend but that could change before March...

it already has

[zachyd]

it already has

Really?

[zachyd]

Zach, while those very well might be the dates now, plans can always change... All it takes is one date or two to change the tour schedule... The preliminary plan I'm sure is to play at the Gorge labor day weekend but that could change before March...

Yeah, that's true. :shrug

[gorgefan29]

The Band and Family stay at CaveB Inn right next to the Gorge. as of 2006 They made the switch last year.
http://www.cavebinn.com/

The Crew stays at Bestwestern from now on..

Both hotels are booked to the max Labor Day weekend

FYI dont book a hotel in Seattle unless you own a helicopter , drive time is 2hr 30mins pending traffic one way.

[groton]

well could this guy also work for anouther Band?

[DMBZeppelin]

I'm tempted to call all the hotels near Alpine and Deer Creek and claim I'm Jeff Trump just reconfirming a reservation. They stay in Indy for Deer Creek I believe. Where do they stay for Alpine? I'm not actually going to do this. Just wish I knew when both were. I'm going to those two and Wrigley for sure. Might go to the Gorge. I drove from Northwest Indiana to Vegas and SB for Dave & Tim. Never driving to the west coast again. Depends on air fare.

[firedwarftj]

well could this guy also work for anouther Band?

he could work for another band too ... but the only Geoff Trump I could find related to the music world is credited as the tour accountant on the Gorge DVD ...

[jjbellbg]

Is there still any validity to this rumor? I noticed no one has posted on it for awhile.

[Dmbfan17]

Fucking college, ha I don't think my parents would let me fly out there. This being my first year in all. Oh well still have Deer Creek and Alpine.

[dmbkristin]

The Best Western in Moses Lake is booked from Wednesday, August 29 to Sunday, September 2. All other weekends in the traditional Gorge range (August and early September) are free. Even though it's a holiday weekend and the hotel may actually be booked, I checked about two weeks ago and Labor Day weekend was still free. This has been reliable in determining Gorge dates in the past (http://www.antsmarching.org/forum/showthread.php?t=154553). You can try for yourself at:

http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=48045#null

You beat me to it. ;) But yes, based on what I have found in previous years with the BW, I'd say it is very likely to be Labor Day weekend too. :thumbsup

[dmbkristin]

FYI dont book a hotel in Seattle unless you own a helicopter , drive time is 2hr 30mins pending traffic one way.

:lol

I'm at Central this year so I have an apartment in Ellensburg already. No hotels for me. :)

[Bob Dylan]

The Band and Family stay at CaveB Inn right next to the Gorge. as of 2006 They made the switch last year.
http://www.cavebinn.com/

Stalker much or just stupid that you would post where the band is staying.

[Bswartz95]

Stalker much or just stupid that you would post where the band is staying.

:lol

I know of two different places they've used. I wouldnt be posting it though.

[TwoStepJeff]

Hope this holds true.. couldnt imagine a better way spending my last labor day in college with 22,000+ of my closest friends

[firedwarftj]

Stalker much or just stupid that you would post where the band is staying.

that is a well known piece of information, I was told that piece of information by a road crew member in the Gorge parking lot ...

[Star512]

I got this email from Scott at Wildhorse tonight:

Happy New Year!

We are now taking reservations for this years Dave Matthews Band concert.

The "Official Dates" have yet to be announced, but as usuall I do have an inside scoop that says this years show will be over the Labor Day Weekend just like last year!

If you so desire, please go to the website www.wildhorsecampground.com and you can secure your reservation there.

See you all this summer.

[firedwarftj]

I got this email from Scott at Wildhorse tonight:

Happy New Year!

We are now taking reservations for this years Dave Matthews Band concert.

The "Official Dates" have yet to be announced, but as usuall I do have an inside scoop that says this years show will be over the Labor Day Weekend just like last year!

If you so desire, please go to the website www.wildhorsecampground.com and you can secure your reservation there.

See you all this summer.

hmmm .... I guess its time to book my campground spot

[phelps1540630]

hmmm .... I guess its time to book my campground spot

Or hotel like me...

[Isilinde]

Huzzah! My birthday weekend to boot! Night 2 will be my 23rd. :D:D:D

[phelps1540630]

Huzzah! My birthday weekend to boot! Night 2 will be my 23rd. :D:D:D

:thumbsup A great way to spend your birthday...

[Isilinde]

:thumbsup A great way to spend your birthday...

Indeed, yes. :)

[Star512]

The ground's still covered with snow here in Vancouver, WA; but I'm already dreaming of summer nights at the Gorge!

[phelps1540630]

Gooooooooooorrrrrrrrrggggggggggeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!! :monkey:ggoat:hump:monkey:multi:bounce:multi

[emp88]

ughhhh bad dates for college students not near the area! ive been wanting to go the gorge for years damn hopefully its earlier in august

[littleyogini]

Gooooooooooorrrrrrrrrggggggggggeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!! :monkey:ggoat:hump


:multi :multi wohooooo:multi :multi

[beer_n_dmb]

Or hotel like me...

you need to rough it pretty boy. hit the campground. it is 100000000000 times better.

[phelps1540630]

you need to rough it pretty boy. hit the campground. it is 100000000000 times better.

No thank you... I love the comfort of my own bed...

[phelps1540630]

:multi :multi wohooooo:multi :multi

You are going too???? All the more reason for me to go...

[CaptainInsaneO]

how is wildhorse? partying and noisy all night? Possibly coming in from Chicago for my first Gorge show and would like to know a little about which campground would be ideal to stay at.

[Star512]

how is wildhorse? partying and noisy all night? Possibly coming in from Chicago for my first Gorge show and would like to know a little about which campground would be ideal to stay at.

I liked Wildhorse a lot better than the campground affiliated with the venue. (I've only stayed at those two, but I hear that people prefer some others as well.) Wildhorse staff were a lot nicer and the campground was smaller. The ground was also green and lush and soft! I've stayed at the Gorge campground twice, and Wildhorse once. That night at WH wasn't loud and crazy. Some people were hanging out but it wasn't as loud as the Gorge.

[littleyogini]

You are going too???? All the more reason for me to go...

i am also thinking of going to hershey...without the husband:D

[phelps1540630]

i am also thinking of going to hershey...without the husband:D

Hershey is 35 minutes from my house...:evil

[Gob5]

all this talkig about booking for dates is getting me to excited for this time of year. i would stay at the campgrounds just cuase of the poeple you meet.

[Star512]

Yeah, the campgrounds are definitely fun! Here are some kids that were at WH last year.

[littleyogini]

Hershey is 35 minutes from my house...:evil
hmmmmmmmmmm.....:D

[firedwarftj]

Hershey is 35 minutes from my house...:evil

Hershey is a good good time

[phelps1540630]

Hershey is a good good time

You know it broseph...

[KateThing]

Hershey is a good good time

Hey TJ...nice to see you here. I don't know if my mental dexterity will allow me to do 2 forums at the same time...

...in any event, BJ suggested I come here to find out the name of the hotel nearest the Gorge that's already full so I can call them and beg for a room at the inn...

...looks like we are going to the Gorge!

[Smoke/Mirrors]

so have we more or less confirmed the dates yet?

[phelps1540630]

so have we more or less confirmed the dates yet?

Normally wild horse is right on so it looks as though yes, it will be labor day weekend...

[littleyogini]

Yeah, the campgrounds are definitely fun! Here are some kids that were at WH last year.
oh my cuteness!!!!!


my babes are not old enough...but if they were:rolleyes

[phelps1540630]

oh my cuteness!!!!!


my babes are not old enough...but if they were:rolleyes


But if you brought the kids, thats less time to spend with me...:cool

[littleyogini]

But if you brought the kids, thats less time to spend with me...:cool
number 1 reason why the kids will be with their grandparents:lol


brandon is ready to book a hotel...he found some that had rooms. i told him to wait a bit...so we are DEFINATELY going...wooohoooooo!!!!

[TwoStepJeff]

Comfort Station 2 here I come!!!! I am already getting crap about missing out on a trip to Madison WI for the Wisconsin WSU game ont he 1st.... hmmm dave or cougs.... whadya think:evil

[Alpee62]

Hey, wats up guys....this will be my best friend and I's first year attending the gorge. We are huge fans and have never been able to go there, but this year we are definitly going. Could someone who has been explain to me how it works? like can u camp out for the weekend? where can u drink and party before? how does everything work? where should u fly to also if ure flying in to washington???

[firedwarftj]

Hey TJ...nice to see you here. I don't know if my mental dexterity will allow me to do 2 forums at the same time...

...in any event, BJ suggested I come here to find out the name of the hotel nearest the Gorge that's already full so I can call them and beg for a room at the inn...

...looks like we are going to the Gorge!

haha ... whats up Kate, I know it can be tough to manage more than one forum at once, but it can be done ... (its actually fun to try to do it, my recored was 5 forums at once)

[firedwarftj]

Hey, wats up guys....this will be my best friend and I's first year attending the gorge. We are huge fans and have never been able to go there, but this year we are definitly going. Could someone who has been explain to me how it works? like can u camp out for the weekend? where can u drink and party before? how does everything work? where should u fly to also if ure flying in to washington???

You can camp out or hotel it (there is a campground on site and one about 3 minutes away ... plus several others 15+ minutes away), there are also hotels (but the nearest one is 30+ minutes away, and is booked already), you can drink and party before in the lots just like any other venue, there arent many cops to bother you since it is in the middle of nowhere ... your best bet for the airport is seattle, the rates in and out of arent too bad

[firedwarftj]

I'm all booked for Wild Horse

[Alpee62]

nice man...thanks alot, so where in washington is the gorge? like how far from seattle? you would need a cab im guessing to get there?

[Stouggies]

nice man...thanks alot, so where in washington is the gorge? like how far from seattle? you would need a cab im guessing to get there?
Its about a 2hr to 2 1/2 hour drive from the airport to the Gorge campgrounds on a normal day. Last year on the Saturday's drive from the airport to the Gorge at 1:30PM we did not get to the campsite until 4:45PM, so that is something to think about if you are coming in for the 2nd night.

[KateThing]

haha ... whats up Kate, I know it can be tough to manage more than one forum at once, but it can be done ... (its actually fun to try to do it, my recored was 5 forums at once)

Damn, that takes some talent!

I started looking into hotels also...haven't made much of a push yet but I guess I should start thinking about that more carefully. Me + camping = disaster.

[phelps1540630]

number 1 reason why the kids will be with their grandparents:lol


brandon is ready to book a hotel...he found some that had rooms. i told him to wait a bit...so we are DEFINATELY going...wooohoooooo!!!!

We are going to stay at the same hotel as last year... I'll let you know where, you should stay at the same hotel...

[firedwarftj]

Damn, that takes some talent!


its not talent ... its lack of a life ...

[mykidsarebrats]

Cave B Inn where the band stays is booked also for these dates.

[Yankees36]

anyone here stay in the vip section of the gorge campgrounds last year?? if so.. did they electric hook ups for rvs and separate bathrooms from the rest of the campground??

[bpf3535]

Normally wild horse is right on so it looks as though yes, it will be labor day weekend...

they have been off before. Three years ago they had the dates wrong.

[phelps1540630]

they have been off before. Three years ago they had the dates wrong.

I didn't know that... I guess we shall see...

[Sonticus]

nice man...thanks alot, so where in washington is the gorge? like how far from seattle? you would need a cab im guessing to get there?
Look for George WA on a map and draw a line east to the river, that's where The Gorge is. You'll want to rent a car or try and hitch a ride with someone, people often set that up here on the forums. Or like a lot of people, myself included, you can road-trip it. The long drive with your close friend(s) is great fun.

The Gorge campground was pretty crazy late into the night so there's always a chance you might not get a lot of sleep but oh well. I stayed in a hotel N3 so it would be easier to get an early start on the long drive. The campground is a huuuuuge field (no shade, so bring your own) with a ton of Port-A-Potties that you will almost always have to wait in a line to use no matter what time of day and you should pretty much plan on not showering.

It's nice to not have to drive anywhere after the show, you just walk to your camp site. The cops are chill, just don't do anything stupid. And staying there is cheap, another nice thing.

It's a great experience pretty much wherever you stay though.

[samiboxer]

I have booked a Holiday Inn Express in Moses Lake for Labor Day Weekend. Two other hotels are all booked up. I figured even if they don't go to Gorge that weekend I can always cancel.

Can't wait for the second time around.

[GreyStreetAve]

Huzzah! My birthday weekend to boot! Night 2 will be my 23rd. :D:D:D

Night one will be my 23rd!

[TwoStepJeff]

what a way to turn 23! wish mine was at DMB... it will prob be spent in some bar in Seattle:eek who would have thought

[Isilinde]

Night one will be my 23rd!

Aw, now I don't even know if I'll be going because of a huge change in my personal life and where I may/may not be living. Hopefully I can make it work though!

If so, we should meet up! I would love to wish you a happy birthday!

[mrdmbond]

if anyone likes to stay at wanapum state park, you better get your site reserved now.. theres only two left!