Gorge 2004 Labor Day Thread

[dmbpromoguy]

I Cant Freakin Wait For This Long Weekend To Come!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mickey Carson]

I Cant Freakin Wait For This Long Weekend To Come!!!!!!!!!!!
Your seats for the Gorge keep getting better the more you post :lol

[dmbman041]

yes sir yes sir, im a GORGE VIRGIN and i cannot wait!! i hope to see ya'll out there and meet some really cool people!!!

[dmbpromoguy]

Your seats for the Gorge keep getting better the more you post :lol
yes....... yes they do :)

[dm40band]

Is anyone staying at Getty's ... I thought thats where all the Ants people were staying?

i love her :lol

[JonTheRvelator]

I'll be U-Haulin it to Gorge this summer.

I'm the man.

[rastawolf]

I'll be U-Haulin it to Gorge this summer.

I'm the man.

Can I hitch a ride in "Mom's Attic"?

[vannausj]

fyi reserved tickets are available again for night 2 via warehouse instant ticketing, not sure about other nights, but worth checking if you haven't claimed your allotment yet

[marco j]

I'll be U-Haulin it to Gorge this summer.

I'm the man.


hey dude i'm from chi-town too. me and my wife, aunt and her boyfriend are flying out there. last show is on my 31st bday. i'm curious about where to rent camping gear, what to bring ect...
if we could talk it would be much appreciated?!? thanks

[ShagManDoo]

Hey all,
does anyone know where i can find the recent toronto show, its was gorge esq. with its everyday/36 mix. hopefully yours,
dmb 4vr

[Gonzo]

Wow I can't friggin wait!!!! I have been to a few good shows, but three nights in a row for the Gorge......... :multi And 5th row for saturday night.... man I am about to bounce off the wall just thinking about it. Hope to see you all there and get chinese eyed for Dave and the boys.... :monkey

[dancergirl40ky]

55 days :) I can't wait to get on the plane and head West.

[AudreyM]

Hey all,
does anyone know where i can find the recent toronto show, its was gorge esq. with its everyday/36 mix. hopefully yours,
dmb 4vr

Hi!

If you're looking for a B&P, give me a shout at
satellitecastle41@yahoo.ca
We'll work something out.

A.

[dmbpromoguy]

Wow I can't friggin wait!!!! I have been to a few good shows, but three nights in a row for the Gorge......... :multi And 5th row for saturday night.... man I am about to bounce off the wall just thinking about it. Hope to see you all there and get chinese eyed for Dave and the boys.... :monkey
:lol I laugh because I'm picking up a chinese guy at the airport in Seattle before the shows...

[dmb040402]

Hey everyone

i was told that there is a bus that is beening chartered from the Gorge to local hotel in the nearby area. And i was wondering if anyone knew of the thread that i had to go too to find out that info. Because i want to go to the Gorge this year since im going away to college next year. Thanks Brent

you can email me at
xxxredskinsxxx@aol.com

[uofmjess]

:lol I laugh because I'm picking up a chinese guy at the airport in Seattle before the shows...


Good God! You're picking up an odd crowd of folks...chinese, australian.. seems like every time i check this thread you've added another person to your posse!

[Joyride]

:monkey I'm trekking from Columbus, OH for the Gorge shows with my wife and another couple. We are Gorge virgins!. We have 2 rooms reserved at a hotel about 20 minutes from the venue but after seeing the Gorge DVD we are pondering the camping option. To paraphrase Dave from the DVD... I don't know why you'd want to be in a hotel room at the Gorge.

But before we take the plunge, can anyone give us some insights on the camping scene? Can you get in and out on a daily basis with a vehicle? Are the sites reserved? Are there shower facilities other than the river and bathrooms other than porto-johns? Since we are flying to Seattle we will only be able to bring the basics and we need to know the pitfalls before we opt for camping. By the way, if we opt for camping, we may be able to work something out with anyone interested in our rooms.:thumbsup

[webbah]

:monkey I'm trekking from Columbus, OH for the Gorge shows with my wife and another couple. We are Gorge virgins!. We have 2 rooms reserved at a hotel about 20 minutes from the venue but after seeing the Gorge DVD we are pondering the camping option. To paraphrase Dave from the DVD... I don't know why you'd want to be in a hotel room at the Gorge.

But before we take the plunge, can anyone give us some insights on the camping scene? Can you get in and out on a daily basis with a vehicle? Are the sites reserved? Are there shower facilities other than the river and bathrooms other than porto-johns? Since we are flying to Seattle we will only be able to bring the basics and we need to know the pitfalls before we opt for camping. By the way, if we opt for camping, we may be able to work something out with anyone interested in our rooms.:thumbsup

Hey Joyride - I've camped at the Gorge for 30+ shows so I can be your source of information and do agree with Dave - camping is where it's at. The camping scenes are cramped but it's all good. It's not like your local state park camping facility. Shower facilities - never showered there so can't comment but the facility seems ok as my wife has used them - your basic public shower with stalls. Porta-johns are the accepted tool for releasing those frosty adult beverages - there are "normal" restrooms near the showers but we always bring a roll or two of TP for those porta-johns. Be advised - you will probably end up in the back of the campground so it's a pretty good walk to the showers and normal restrooms. There are also restrooms at the store along the walk from the campground to the venue. Regarding what to bring - we always eat at our site before the show but you probably won't be able to bring your bbq but cold sandwiches, etc. from the local grocery will do. That along with plenty of cold beer and lots of ICE in your cooler!!!!! It can get hot - I was at a Phish show once when it was 110 degrees and we kept buying bags of ice to simply set on our heads. It's the desert - but it will be Septebmer so hopefully 80 degrees will be the temp. A basic tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad (for comfort), toiletries, blanket, etc. will be wanted while camping although I've seen many a person sleep under the stars - myself included. Oh wait - I think I passed out. :freak

Yes, you can take your car out as much as you'd like once you've paid. You'll get a pass that you'll hang on the rearview mirror that will allow this. Once you've established your camping area - it's pretty much yours until you leave. Other then that - ask away or you can email me directly at webbah@comcast.net with more questions. Good luck and have a blast - you're gonna love the Gorge. :D

[dmbpromoguy]

Good God! You're picking up an odd crowd of folks...chinese, australian.. seems like every time i check this thread you've added another person to your posse!
Chinese guy from the Bay Area
Old guy from the LA Area
Regular guy from Texas
Chick from the land of Oz
All being picked up by a canadian..... go figure

[webbah]

Chinese guy from the Bay Area
Old guy from the LA Area
Regular guy from Texas
Chick from the land of Oz
All being picked up by a canadian..... go figure

Haha - I think it would be fair to guess that this is going to be one of the best weekends of your life! Just curious how old the old guy is though............

[dmbpromoguy]

Haha - I think it would be fair to guess that this is going to be one of the best weekends of your life! Just curious how old the old guy is though............
Old guy isnt too old....

I'm 23
Kevin (Bay Area) 23
Rob (Texas) 22 or 23
Claire (Oz) 19 or 20
DJ (LA) 39

[webbah]

Old guy isnt too old....

I'm 23
Kevin (Bay Area) 23
Rob (Texas) 22 or 23
Claire (Oz) 19 or 20
DJ (LA) 39

Whew - I thought you were gonna say 30 or something. Then I'd feel old!

[dmbpromoguy]

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[asmjm39]

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[Metallinut]

Yay!!! Just reserved the flight from Boston to Seattle baby! I be GORGE BOUND!!!

This'll be my first time, and this forum has been great for camping information, etc. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

:monkey

[Metallinut]

Oh and also...

The band's been playing the four new songs every night of the tour. Which makes sense to get people down with them before the new album debuts. Now, seeing as how most likely, more than 50% of the crowd at the Gorge will be there all three nights, do you all think they'll keep this pattern?

I've got nothing against the new music. In fact I've even grown to really like a couple of the new tunes...but these same 4 songs 3 nights in a row? Come on! I hope the band realizes this, and adjusts the setlists.

That's it. Still unbelIEVABLY psyched to be at the Gorge this year. Hope to see you all there.

[pichtd]

Oh and also...

The band's been playing the four new songs every night of the tour. Which makes sense to get people down with them before the new album debuts. Now, seeing as how most likely, more than 50% of the crowd at the Gorge will be there all three nights, do you all think they'll keep this pattern?

I've got nothing against the new music. In fact I've even grown to really like a couple of the new tunes...but these same 4 songs 3 nights in a row? Come on! I hope the band realizes this, and adjusts the setlists.

That's it. Still unbelIEVABLY psyched to be at the Gorge this year. Hope to see you all there.
My guess is we will hear them each twice over the three days, but we'll see how many other new ones they are playing by that time.

[mihighdavehead]

My guess is we will hear them each twice over the three days, but we'll see how many other new ones they are playing by that time.
:thumbsup Good call.
I hope there are more newbie songs at the Gorge :monkey

[webbah]

Oh and also...

The band's been playing the four new songs every night of the tour. Which makes sense to get people down with them before the new album debuts. Now, seeing as how most likely, more than 50% of the crowd at the Gorge will be there all three nights, do you all think they'll keep this pattern?

I've got nothing against the new music. In fact I've even grown to really like a couple of the new tunes...but these same 4 songs 3 nights in a row? Come on! I hope the band realizes this, and adjusts the setlists.

That's it. Still unbelIEVABLY psyched to be at the Gorge this year. Hope to see you all there.

Hey Metallinut - you a Metallica fan? If so - talk about serious repeat setlists but definitely kick ass shows. Love 'em.

[dwerlin]

First time Gorge-goer here (I'm going with Metallinut), I'm pretty damn psyched. Will be my first time in Washington, I hear it's great. Can't wait to go!

[stimmerman]

I just went to the Gorge this past weekend for the Warped Tour. I'm not really into the punk music acts they had there, but my friend got free tickets through his work and I wasn't going to turn down a free trip to the Gorge. It's crazy what a different vibe they had going on there with all the punk fans as opposed to the DMBers. It was still beautiful, though, super windy. Unfortuneatly, the summer line-up is not as good there this year as it has been in the past, so this was my first trip out there this summer. Now its just a matter of waiting for Labor Day. See ya'll there!

[Mickey Carson]

Unfortuneatly, the summer line-up is not as good there this year as it has been in the past
Yeah you're absolutely right. Other than Jack Johnson and DMB it's pretty lackluster this year. They've been hurt a lot by Clear Channel and the newest amphitheatres in Washington (White River & Clark County). Plus, there just aren't that many great tours this year it seems. Hopefully the lineup will improve in '05.

[Metallinut]

Hey Metallinut - you a Metallica fan? If so - talk about serious repeat setlists but definitely kick ass shows. Love 'em.True about Metallica...but they're a slightly different band, wouldn't you say? ;)

But if you love the songs in the setlists they play, then you're all set. I wouldn't even necessarily mind hearing all the new ones 3 times anyway...just curious...

[uofmjess]

Old guy isnt too old....

I'm 23
Kevin (Bay Area) 23
Rob (Texas) 22 or 23
Claire (Oz) 19 or 20
DJ (LA) 39

Where are you from? You've got quite an eclectic crew!

[dmbpromoguy]

Where are you from? You've got quite an eclectic crew!
Calgary Alberta Canada..... host city of the best winter games on earth way back in '88, they changed the pattern of all future Olympic Games to come after

[uofmjess]

Calgary Alberta Canada..... host city of the best winter games on earth way back in '88, they changed the pattern of all future Olympic Games to come after

An Australian, a Texan, and a Canadian walk into a bar....

[ziggyosk]

I hope they will mix it up a bit with the new songs, maybe spread them out so they play the 4 songs twice each over the 3 nights. They'll most likely play Thing a couple of times too.
I noticed last year they seemed to play more rare stuff in the first half of the tour, and kinda stopped in the 2nd half(the half i went to shows in). I hope this year they do the opposite and by the time Labor Day rolls around they will be playing some rare stuff. You have to figure we'll get something special as its the only 3 night venue this year, and. . Well. . Its THE GORGE. Hopefully it'll be 3000 miles well worth it!!

[Metallinut]

So I'm psyched to be Gorge bound this year! I plan on camping out [not in the Gorge campground, thanks to this thread], but I'm also flying from Boston, MA. Any problems trying to bring camping gear by plane? Anyone have suggestions as to what the essentials are to bring, to minimize baggage? Thanks, and looking forward to seeing everyone!!!!

[Bartender84]

As long as Two Step is played night 2 or 3, I will be happy

[FubarMichy]

So I'm psyched to be Gorge bound this year! I plan on camping out [not in the Gorge campground, thanks to this thread], but I'm also flying from Boston, MA. Any problems trying to bring camping gear by plane? Anyone have suggestions as to what the essentials are to bring, to minimize baggage? Thanks, and looking forward to seeing everyone!!!!


You can bring camping gear on a plane, we are flying from Newark NJ and we are checking 2 big bags with all our camping gear. You cant bring anything that contains gas or flammable items... that's the only thing I'm aware of.

[pichtd]

You can bring camping gear on a plane, we are flying from Newark NJ and we are checking 2 big bags with all our camping gear. You cant bring anything that contains gas or flammable items... that's the only thing I'm aware of.
One thing to be aware of is weight limits as you will have to pay more if your bag is over a certain weight and/or size. If my memory serves me correct most airlines limit it to 50 or 55 pounds for regular customers. I would suggest contacting the airline so you will be prepared to pay the fee.

[FubarMichy]

One thing to be aware of is weight limits as you will have to pay more if your bag is over a certain weight and/or size. If my memory serves me correct most airlines limit it to 50 or 55 pounds for regular customers. I would suggest contacting the airline so you will be prepared to pay the fee.


Well our stuff isn't heavy at all. My boyfriend is the big camping guru so he buys all the stuff that weighs barely anything. Our sleeping bags are only 3 pounds, the tent is pretty small, etc....

I dont think each bag will weigh that much!

[onesweetdan]

So I'm psyched to be Gorge bound this year! I plan on camping out [not in the Gorge campground, thanks to this thread], but I'm also flying from Boston, MA. Any problems trying to bring camping gear by plane? Anyone have suggestions as to what the essentials are to bring, to minimize baggage? Thanks, and looking forward to seeing everyone!!!!
hey I have also heard of people who rent camping gear at REI, I guess it is right on the way from the airport to the gorge, might be something you want to look into.

[FubarMichy]

hey I have also heard of people who rent camping gear at REI, I guess it is right on the way from the airport to the gorge, might be something you want to look into.


I've heard there is a HUGE REI store right in Seattle..

[Metallinut]

hey I have also heard of people who rent camping gear at REI, I guess it is right on the way from the airport to the gorge, might be something you want to look into.
AWESOME IDEA!!!! I never even thought of that! My buddy is going to be bringing a 7 person tent, or something silly like that...so at least we won't have to worry about 'housing.' I guess all I'll need is sleeping bags...I don't think I want to try and deal with bringing cooking gear and such. We'll just get food around there maybe...

Thanks for the info gang!

[Metallinut]

SHIT! I've been calling all the campgrounds around there. Everybody's booked, but they offer first come first serve spots...

Anyone have experience with this? What are my chances of showing up to the Gorge and getting a spot, say at Getty's...?

I'd hate to fly all the way out there only to not have a place to stay...

[rastawolf]

I'd hate to fly all the way out there only to not have a place to stay...

If you're hoping to get a "first come, first serve" spot somewhere, I'd suggest arriving on Thursday. Aside from that, the GORGE campground is never, ever, ever full/soldout. There's always room there. You may prefer to camp elsewhere but it's a good alternative, especially since you only have to walk a mile at most to get to & from the venue.

[webbah]

If you're hoping to get a "first come, first serve" spot somewhere, I'd suggest arriving on Thursday. Aside from that, the GORGE campground is never, ever, ever full/soldout. There's always room there. You may prefer to camp elsewhere but it's a good alternative, especially since you only have to walk a mile at most to get to & from the venue.

Agree 109%

[pichtd]

Aside from that, the GORGE campground is never, ever, ever full/soldout. There's always room there. You may prefer to camp elsewhere but it's a good alternative, especially since you only have to walk a mile at most to get to & from the venue.
If anyone does want to camp at the Gorge I have a warehouse camping pass I can sell you to save you some money.

[Metallinut]

If you're hoping to get a "first come, first serve" spot somewhere, I'd suggest arriving on Thursday. Aside from that, the GORGE campground is never, ever, ever full/soldout. There's always room there. You may prefer to camp elsewhere but it's a good alternative, especially since you only have to walk a mile at most to get to & from the venue.
Only thing about the Gorge camping is all the horror stories I've read in this very thread. We are planning to arrive in Seattle around 2:00 in the afternoon on Thursday, so maybe if we head right down there we can snatch a spot...WORST case I think we know someone with a hotel room somewhere that we could crash at...

[FubarMichy]

I just some research and found the website that lists the camping gear you are allowed to bring..

Here it is
http://www.tsa.gov/public/interapp/editorial/editorial_1187.xml

and for those of you who can't access it, this is what it says:

Transporting Camping Equipment

Outdoor enthusiasts should carefully prepare and pack to avoid removal of prohibited items from checked baggage or surrendering prohibited items at the security checkpoint. A specific list of all permitted and prohibited items is at (link). Below is information specific to traveling in pursuit of outdoor activities:

Camp Stoves - Can travel as carry-on or checked luggage only if empty of all fuel and cleaned such that vapors and residue are absent. Simply emptying the fuel container is insufficient as flammable vapors remain.

Gasoline - Gasoline or any flammable liquid is prohibited from carry-on and checked luggage.

Aerosol insecticides - Hazardous aerosols, such as insecticides, not listed as excepted personal toiletries are not allowed in either carry-on or checked luggage. Acceptable personal toiletries include hair sprays, deodorants in limited quantities.

Matches and Lighters - Up to 2 lighters and 4 books of safety matches are allowed in your carry-on baggage - NOT checked baggage. Disposable lighters and absorbed liquid lighters are allowed in your carry-on baggage. Lighters with unabsorbed liquid fuel and refillable butane lighters are NOT permitted. Strike anywhere matches are NOT permitted.

Flares - Flare guns are prohibited from carry-on and checked luggage.

Knives & Tools - Knives and tools are prohibited from carry-on luggage. These items should be packed in checked luggage. Any sharp objects packed in checked luggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and security screeners.

Animal Repellants - Chemical repellants can be carried in checked luggage if the volume is less than 4 ounces and has less than a 2% active ingredient. Most bear repellants exceed these limitations. We suggest buying such items at your destination and leaving them behind upon return.

[Roofcutter]

My wife and I go every year to the Gorge for DMB, at least since we were married 4 years ago. We have tickets for all 3 nights. 2 Nights in seats and one on the grass. We stay in Wenachee and make a long weekend of it.


I have a question, I hate it that I don't have any pics inside the Gorge. I'm thinking of trying to get my camera in this year. I have a digital Rebel and it won't be easy to hide. I really want to capture some memories. Does anyone have any ideas?

I saw earlier that someone asked this question, but didn't see any replies. I know people get their cameras in because I've seen the DVDs floating around and I know that tapers get all their gear in because I download the shows when I get home (www.sharingthegroove.com (http://www.sharingthegroove.com)).

[AudreyM]

I have a question, I hate it that I don't have any pics inside the Gorge. I'm thinking of trying to get my camera in this year. I have a digital Rebel and it won't be easy to hide. I really want to capture some memories. Does anyone have any ideas? [/url]).

Depends if you're talking a still camera or video... If it's a still camera , and if your wife has at least a large B-cup bosom, you're golden. Have her wear a bra that provides some good support - i.e. wires. If it splits the tits, the camera will fit unnoticably between them. Try it beforehand. You'll be able to tell if it's going to fly or not.

A.

[sibster]

Hey JOYRIDE,
If you do end up giving up one or both of hotel rooms for the Gorge, I would be interested. Also, if anyone else has reservations for Friday night that they will not be using, please pass along an email to me.
Thanks.

Rich
sibs712@hotmail.com

[rastawolf]

[QUOTE=Metallinut]Only thing about the Gorge camping is all the horror stories I've read in this very thread.QUOTE]


It all depends on your preferences. I'm 27 & I enjoy getting lit & having a good time. But I don't enjoy 20 yr olds & countless other people being completely drunk, dumbasses. I also don't like Sheriffs & security sneaking up on us out of the dark & taking my stash. I don't appreciate the tall, brown grass growing up out of the cowfield/campground or the lack of shade. I've been there & done that & I've found places to camp that I much prefer over the Gorge.

At the same time, I'd camp at the Gorge campground any day over driving back & forth to a motel/hotel. I love the walk to & from the venue. The campground is huge and if you wind up on the outskirts, it's a lot more tame than it is up @ the front. People are entering & leaving all weekend, so you can move around if you don't like the jerkies you're next to. If you're old enough to drink & you're chill about the drugs you shouldn't have any problems. You also get a spectacular sky above you all night not to mention it's a treat to be outside in that environment all weekend. Some people have had bad experiences & you might too, but I think most people don't. Overall, if you've never been to the Gorge & there's a chance you might not make it back, you should camp. I'd regret it if I'd never been to the Gorge campground just once. It's a real trip being out there for the weekend with a few thousand other DMB fans. Lot of cool people to meet if you're the outgoing type. :thumbsup

[rastawolf]

I have a question, I hate it that I don't have any pics inside the Gorge. I'm thinking of trying to get my camera in this year. I have a digital Rebel and it won't be easy to hide. I really want to capture some memories. Does anyone have any ideas?


I don't know man. Every year I've been, I could've taken a bazooka through the gates w/out a prob. I always get a little sketch if I've got some pot or a flask on me. But I've been patted down, slightly, just one time. My girlfriend walked in with an SLR in her hand, not hiding it at all back in '99. She completely forgot you're not supposed to bring in cameras. Nobody said a thing to her. Overall, it just doesn't seem like security is ever that tight, entering at least, @ the Gorge. I doubt it will change this year. There's really not much risk either. By buddy was taking pics with a very nice camera & lens from 4th/5th row in '02 & they caught him. All they did was take all of his film. Let him keep the camera & told him not to shoot anymore. He was pissed about losing some great shots but very relieved he got to keep his camera.

As far as cameras go, it's always a prob for me b/c I don't drive to the venue so if they catch it, it's a royal pain to get it back to my campsite. If you drive to the venue, do it for sure. If they spot it, you just walk back to the car & try again the next day or you could go back 10 mins later & try a different line. If you've got a Dig Rebel, you can crotch it fairly easily as long as they don't pat you down. Tie the neck strap around your belt buckle & let it hang. You have to take the lens off to do it. But if you have a small lens you can put it in your lady's purse or something. I've got a Canon Elan 7 & it's going in this year, no two ways about it.

[stimmerman]

I walk in with a pint of alcohol and my camera every year. I just take a sweatshirt with me and roll them up in the sweatshirt and carry it in one of my hands. When I go through the line they ask me to raise my arms and do a quick pat without ever asking to see if there's anything in my sweatshirt. I've always gotten away with it so I'll probably keep on doing it. Give it a try if you want.

[minigunmorgan4]

First time Gorge-goer here (I'm going with Metallinut), I'm pretty damn psyched. Will be my first time in Washington, I hear it's great. Can't wait to go!
this is my story, too. except for the metallinut part

[minigunmorgan4]

I walk in with a pint of alcohol and my camera every year. I just take a sweatshirt with me and roll them up in the sweatshirt and carry it in one of my hands. When I go through the line they ask me to raise my arms and do a quick pat without ever asking to see if there's anything in my sweatshirt. I've always gotten away with it so I'll probably keep on doing it. Give it a try if you want.
good to know. i just bought a sweet camera especially for the gorge. if security tries to take it from me im gonna kick em in the nuts and run

[uofmjess]

why don't you just take a disposable camera that way you're only out 7 bucks if it gets taken

[minigunmorgan4]

camping was my absolute last option

[webbah]

[QUOTE=Metallinut]Only thing about the Gorge camping is all the horror stories I've read in this very thread.QUOTE]




At the same time, I'd camp at the Gorge campground any day over driving back & forth to a motel/hotel. I love the walk to & from the venue. The campground is huge and if you wind up on the outskirts, it's a lot more tame than it is up @ the front. People are entering & leaving all weekend, so you can move around if you don't like the jerkies you're next to. If you're old enough to drink & you're chill about the drugs you shouldn't have any problems. You also get a spectacular sky above you all night not to mention it's a treat to be outside in that environment all weekend. Some people have had bad experiences & you might too, but I think most people don't. Overall, if you've never been to the Gorge & there's a chance you might not make it back, you should camp. I'd regret it if I'd never been to the Gorge campground just once. It's a real trip being out there for the weekend with a few thousand other DMB fans. Lot of cool people to meet if you're the outgoing type. :thumbsup

Definitely!!! :thumbsup Don't hotel/motel it just cause the camping is a bit "different" at the Gorge campground. I would MUCH rather camp there then motel it. I've done it - hated it. Then you just feel like your going to a show whereas when you camp - that's when the show starts............ :D

[tasclaire]

I AM so excited about this trip!!!

I leave Australia in 21 and a half days, (not that I am counting) and I really cant wait!!!!!
In case you might not know, I'm going with Ian and his group of buddies, the old guy, the chinese dude etc... he he he.
well hi to everyone and I suppose I'll be seeing some of you quite soon!!!

[dmbpromoguy]

I AM so excited about this trip!!!

I leave Australia in 21 and a half days, (not that I am counting) and I really cant wait!!!!!
In case you might not know, I'm going with Ian and his group of buddies, the old guy, the chinese dude etc... he he he.
well hi to everyone and I suppose I'll be seeing some of you quite soon!!!

And we are glad to have you come along :)

[Jonny D]

I'm flying in from NY to visit my family...I moved away in '97. This will be my first DMB @ The Gorge, but I've seen many shows there.

Can't wait for three days and nights of heaven!!

[uofmjess]

when is everyone flying in? i'm planning on getting to seattle on the 1st and looking at a couple of grad schools in the area. then i'm picking my buddies up from the airport on friday and we're heading down to the gorge.

[dmbpromoguy]

when is everyone flying in? i'm planning on getting to seattle on the 1st and looking at a couple of grad schools in the area. then i'm picking my buddies up from the airport on friday and we're heading down to the gorge.
I'm driiiiiiiivin the whole damn way

[uofmjess]

I'm driiiiiiiivin the whole damn way

well...it would take me two-three days to drive there..when are you and your posse getting to seattle?

[dmbpromoguy]

I'm driving solo to Seattle from Calgary..... I'll leave Thursday morning around 9am get to vancouver around 8pm, leave Vancouver around 5:30am Friday, pick up the posse at the airport at around 9:30am then start makin the treck to the Gorge....where I will have a nap

[uofmjess]

i'm thinkin everyone will be at the airport at the same time..cause i'll be there that morning picking up my friends from memphis

[Gonzo]

:monkey Just read a couple of posts about people needing rides to the show from the Seattle airport. I am flying in at 8 pm on wed the 1st and will be driving out to the venue early on thursday morning. I will also be heading back to the airport on Friday to pick up my brother flying in from the east coast. If anyone needs a ride on or about those dates and times I would be more than glad to do whatever I can to help. I will be checking back often so just leave a post or IM me. I rented a full size from Thrifty that is supposed to be a Dodge Magnum so I don't think room will be a problem at all. This is about how I feel waiting for the show> :bounce
And this is how I hope to look very soon after getting there.> :evil

Hope to see everyone there and get chinese eyed for Dave and the boys!!!
I can't wait, first trip to the Gorge. :monkey

[dmbpromoguy]

i'm thinkin everyone will be at the airport at the same time..cause i'll be there that morning picking up my friends from memphis
I'll be there with my Canadian flag in the air as a way for my yankiedoodledandy friends to find me.

[Afoolsmistake]

Same Here, reading posts... I'm flying into ST on the 1st.. arriving 9 am leaving for getty's cove around 1 pm.. feel free to drop me a PM I beleive we still have room for one more in the car.


peace,
GRover

[webbah]

:monkey Just read a couple of posts about people needing rides to the show from the Seattle airport. I am flying in at 8 pm on wed the 1st and will be driving out to the venue early on thursday morning. I will also be heading back to the airport on Friday to pick up my brother flying in from the east coast. If anyone needs a ride on or about those dates and times I would be more than glad to do whatever I can to help. I will be checking back often so just leave a post or IM me. I rented a full size from Thrifty that is supposed to be a Dodge Magnum so I don't think room will be a problem at all. This is about how I feel waiting for the show> :bounce
And this is how I hope to look very soon after getting there.> :evil

Hope to see everyone there and get chinese eyed for Dave and the boys!!!
I can't wait, first trip to the Gorge. :monkey

You're driving all the way back to Seatac to pick up your brother? Ouch! I hope you realize that'll be an all day affair - barely enough time to make it back in time to properly pre-funk before the show..........

[Gonzo]

:freak Better than leaving him at the airport isn't it??

[Jonny D]

when is everyone flying in? i'm planning on getting to seattle on the 1st and looking at a couple of grad schools in the area. then i'm picking my buddies up from the airport on friday and we're heading down to the gorge.
I'm flying in to SeaTac from NYC late in the evening on the 1st, then driving to my parents house in Bremerton that night. I'm going to the Seahawks game the next evening with my brother, and then heading out for the Gorge early Friday morning. Since I'm going by myself I'm not camping, so I'll be making a stop at the hotel in Moses Lake before I actually head down to the Gorge.

[webbah]

:freak Better than leaving him at the airport isn't it??


Haha - not if he's like my brother!!!

But seriously - I would think about staying in Seattle until your bro gets into town. It's a minimum of 3 hours each way to and from the airport from the Gorge - minimum! Seattle's a great city - hell - hook up with Johnny D and go to the Hawks game that Thursday night or check out Pioneer Square and all the lovely ladies down there.

[Bartender84]

I'll be driving there.

Of course, I only live a few hours away :evil

[pichtd]

I fly into Portland Thursday evening, my friend and I will leave for Getty's Friday morning.

[domi00360]

Anyone have an extra room in Moses lake? We're coming in from MN and can't find any open hotels. Email me if you, or anyone you know of is going to get rid of their room, thanks:)


ryan@mortgagesonmain.com

[rapunzelchick]

Anyone have an extra room in Moses lake? We're coming in from MN and can't find any open hotels. Email me if you, or anyone you know of is going to get rid of their room, thanks:)


ryan@mortgagesonmain.com
Decided not to take that one I gave up in Wenatchee?

[Gonzo]

Haha - not if he's like my brother!!!

But seriously - I would think about staying in Seattle until your bro gets into town. It's a minimum of 3 hours each way to and from the airport from the Gorge - minimum! Seattle's a great city - hell - hook up with Johnny D and go to the Hawks game that Thursday night or check out Pioneer Square and all the lovely ladies down there.


Ok, I told him to get his ass to Seattle when I do. So to clarify that, anyone need a ride to the Gorge from Seattle airport thursday morning let me know. :monkey

Anyone know about what day/time Getty's will fill up? Don't have a reservation and want to make sure I get a spot there.

[Strugz10]

45 days...if my math is correct.

[domi00360]

Decided not to take that one I gave up in Wenatchee?
Yeah, too far away from moses lake. We've got about 8 others cramming in a room at moses lake and we want to be able to hang with them. I do appreciate your help. :)

[uofmjess]

it's my birthday! just had to throw that into my favorite thread...i'm so looking forward to this show!!

[webbah]

Ok, I told him to get his ass to Seattle when I do. So to clarify that, anyone need a ride to the Gorge from Seattle airport thursday morning let me know. :monkey

Anyone know about what day/time Getty's will fill up? Don't have a reservation and want to make sure I get a spot there.

Nice work. Regarding Getty's - I'd guess it'll be full by late afternoon on Thursday. If it is - go to Wildhorse - MUCH closer to the venue. But not on the water. :(

[rapunzelchick]

Yeah, too far away from moses lake. We've got about 8 others cramming in a room at moses lake and we want to be able to hang with them. I do appreciate your help. :)
My pleasure.

I'm kinda wondering if I shouldn't have given the room up yet since I haven't heard a single word from the Warehouse about their hotel package. :BANG

Glad to know there will be a decent MN delegation there!

[Gonzo]

Nice work. Regarding Getty's - I'd guess it'll be full by late afternoon on Thursday. If it is - go to Wildhorse - MUCH closer to the venue. But not on the water. :(



What about Vantage?

[minigunmorgan4]

45 days...if my math is correct.
HELL YEAH ITS CORRECT!!

[marhoochia]

Sooo ... whats the deal with cell phones? do they work?

How many people are interested in bringing Walkie-Talkie's??? I think I am going buy some that have a five mile radius connection. That way I will be able to meet up with my friends ... and some of ya'll.

[uofmjess]

Sooo ... whats the deal with cell phones? do they work?

How many people are interested in bringing Walkie-Talkie's??? I think I am going buy some that have a five mile radius connection. That way I will be able to meet up with my friends ... and some of ya'll.

i didn't even think about cell phones not working...

[mihighdavehead]

Sooo ... whats the deal with cell phones? do they work?

How many people are interested in bringing Walkie-Talkie's??? I think I am going buy some that have a five mile radius connection. That way I will be able to meet up with my friends ... and some of ya'll.
As soon as you pull into the Gorge lot..count on your cell service to suck or be non-existent. Radios are a great idea for communication. I have lost contact with numerous friends at the Gorge because of the lack of cell service. Your phone will work fine all the way up to the lots and campground.
This hasn't changed over the last five years, so unless they added more towers this summer expect the same.

:monkey <---I will have a radio

[Mickey Carson]

As soon as you pull into the Gorge lot..count on your cell service to suck or be non-existent. Radios are a great idea for communication. I have lost contact with numerous friends at the Gorge because of the lack of cell service. Your phone will work fine all the way up to the lots and campground.
Exactly...I can remember talking to my dad before a show in '03 and my cell phone was struggling. Very choppy service if you get any at all.

[rapunzelchick]

As soon as you pull into the Gorge lot..count on your cell service to suck or be non-existent. Radios are a great idea for communication. I have lost contact with numerous friends at the Gorge because of the lack of cell service. Your phone will work fine all the way up to the lots and campground.
This hasn't changed over the last five years, so unless they added more towers this summer expect the same.

:monkey <---I will have a radio
Jamon: Kevin and I will be bringing 2 radios so we'll for sure be able to find you! :) (We'll have to decide on a frequency for ourselves since Matt won't be there to set it all up for us.)

I don't know that :monkey is as well appreciated in this thread as over at Alpine. He sure should be, though!

[mihighdavehead]

Jamon: Kevin and I will be bringing 2 radios so we'll for sure be able to find you! :) (We'll have to decide on a frequency for ourselves since Matt won't be there to set it all up for us.)

I don't know that :monkey is as well appreciated in this thread as over at Alpine. He sure should be, though!
:thumbsup

[minigunmorgan4]

i got some 2 mile walkie talkies i could bring. itd be sweet to listen to other peoples conversations

[Rob D]

this thread is way to deep and only 38 days away...let's get going here...

[rapunzelchick]

this thread is way to deep and only 38 days away...let's get going here...
Once Alpine is over there's bound to be a mass migration to this thread.

On the Gorge front:
Spoke with the WH yesterday and they *swear* that emails with more info about the hotel package should be sent next week.

[mihighdavehead]

Once Alpine is over there's bound to be a mass migration to this thread.

:thumbsup
I will...these shows still seem so far away still

[webbah]

Once Alpine is over there's bound to be a mass migration to this thread.

On the Gorge front:
Spoke with the WH yesterday and they *swear* that emails with more info about the hotel package should be sent next week.

Hey rapunzelchick - noticed we'll be in the same section/row for Friday night and I'll be one row behind ya on Sunday........hope you're not tall! :D

[Gonzo]

If it's so far away how come I am about to bounce off of the wall!!!! :freak

[mihighdavehead]

Hey rapunzelchick - noticed we'll be in the same section/row for Friday night and I'll be one row behind ya on Sunday........hope you're not tall! :D
:lol she's not no need to worry......she will be dancing like crazy though :)

[rapunzelchick]

Hey rapunzelchick - noticed we'll be in the same section/row for Friday night and I'll be one row behind ya on Sunday........hope you're not tall! :D
:lol No I'm not. And unless there's glass or vomit on the ground I'll be barefoot so I'll be my shortest. :)

Be sure to say hi...I'll be the blonde hippie girl dancing and shaking my bones!!!

:monkey

[rapunzelchick]

:lol she's not no need to worry......she will be dancing like crazy though :)
:lol Yea, what he said.
Great minds...:D

[webbah]

:lol No I'm not. And unless there's glass or vomit on the ground I'll be barefoot so I'll be my shortest. :)

Be sure to say hi...I'll be the blonde hippie girl dancing and shaking my bones!!!

:monkey

Blonde hippie girl eh? You sure you'll be the only one?? j/k My wife and I will be dancing right along with ya! :bounce :monkey :multi

[rapunzelchick]

Blonde hippie girl eh? You sure you'll be the only one??
:lol Good point! How's this: I'll be the blonde hippie girl dancing like mad whose boyfriend is clearly not into DMB at all and will most likely be sitting and sipping beer all night. :)

My wife and I will be dancing right along with ya!
Suh-weet! The more the merrier! :monkey

[rastawolf]

35 more days until I'm sittin in the sun, beer in hand, thinkin about geeky shit like what kinda segues the band is gonna bring out. :D

[rapunzelchick]

35 more days until I'm sittin in the sun, beer in hand, thinkin about geeky shit like what kinda segues the band is gonna bring out. :D
:lol That's not too bad. Truly geeky shit is me sitting and wondering what Dave will be wearing. :rolleyes: :)

[webbah]

:lol Good point! How's this: I'll be the blonde hippie girl dancing like mad whose boyfriend is clearly not into DMB at all and will most likely be sitting and sipping beer all night.

Got it - better get him a flask - long walk to and from the beer garden.

[rapunzelchick]

Got it - better get him a flask - long walk to and from the beer garden.
:thumbsup Thanks for the heads-up! Never been there...what's security like? Will it be difficult to get a flask in? (I can fit one pretty nicely between the funbags but at some places they even check there!)

[mihighdavehead]

:thumbsup Thanks for the heads-up! Never been there...what's security like? Will it be difficult to get a flask in? (I can fit one pretty nicely between the funbags but at some places they even check there!)
security is pretty easy to get through.....cameras, alcohol can make it in. Just look for the youngest person patting down people, usually a safe bet.
let him know to get lit before the show...it's a long walk from the reserved seats to the beer garden.

[webbah]

Security is pretty light there - especially for DMB. I've always got what I wanted in to the venue.

Speaking of fun bags - last year my wife and my buddie's girlfriend put our fun bags (ziplocs full of liquor) in their tank tops and I'll say it was quite a sight to see. A nice, cheap, temporary boob job that had all the guys in line ogling their jiggling. I loved it. But everytime we go to that extreme we just laugh cause we never get checked. Sure - some people get the random once over but don't sweat it. If they find it - oh well - on to the beer garden......

[rapunzelchick]

let him know to get lit before the show...it's a long walk from the reserved seats to the beer garden.
:lol You haven't met him yet but once you do you'll understand...that should be no problem. He'll be lit good and hard 24-7, that's for sure!

[dubbs41]

Night 1 is my birthday, I have never been to a show on my birthday and the gorge of all places is going to be amazing. Everyone needs to be there

[Strugz10]

Night 1 is my birthday, I have never been to a show on my birthday and the gorge of all places is going to be amazing. Everyone needs to be there
My birthday is night 2...maybe we should get a cake :)

[rapunzelchick]

My birthday is night 2...maybe we should get a cake :)
You guys should bring brownies! :D

[dubbs41]

My birthday is night 2...maybe we should get a cake :)
I'm hearing of so many birthdays that weekend, maybe we should!! :bounce

[dubbs41]

You guys should bring brownies! :D

special brownies?
;)

[rapunzelchick]

special brownies?
;)
are there any other kind? :D

[dubbs41]

are there any other kind? :D

well i make these really amazing chocolate mint ones, but they take too long
:D

[webbah]

MMMMMMMMM.........love special brownies!

[mihighdavehead]

birthday brownies at the Gorge....yaaayyy :monkey

[uofmjess]

I just bought my airline tickets! No backing out now...

[dubbs41]

^ yeah my ticket was ass raping expensive, but I gotta do what I gotta do :thumbsup

[mihighdavehead]

one month 'til we Gorge ourselves

:monkey

[Afoolsmistake]

Getty's Site 63 Here I come!

[dubbs41]

I remember when it was 7 months away and it didn't seem real!

[dmbgrl22]

i got some 2 mile walkie talkies i could bring. itd be sweet to listen to other peoples conversations
Yeah rock on with the two-way radios. It will be awesome to talk and find other ANT's on the two-way radios. Keep up the chatter....Gorge is almost upon us!! :bounce
Gorge Camper(Venue Campsites!) Anyone else?

[WestCoastDMBGrl]

This is Gonna Be Awesome,I Cant Wait,Its not close enough! I am going to the Sept 4th Show,Its gonna be my first Dave Show Ever! And Wow am I Excited! Me,My Boyfriend and our Best Friend are camping at the Gorge,Anyone else stayin at the gorge campground!:multi My Countdown began the day we got our tickets,and its just so unreal that it is gettin this close!:monkey


Kristee~

[minigunmorgan4]

^ yeah my ticket was ass raping expensive, but I gotta do what I gotta do :thumbsup
im flying out from CT. "here's my asshole bradley, go on in! 350?you can do worse than that. OWW!! 450! STOP!! OWWW!!"

[Pee_Ride]

man i am glad i am not flying, my dd thinks it is crazy to drive from montana it is like 7-8 hrs if only knew people were fling in from florida and connetticut or god knows where, i can wait got tickets for all 3 nights will be my girlfriends first dave shows, i guess it will be a good way to atart seeing 3 in a row

[Mrerikdmb2004]

well who all is going to bring the guitars, that is a must, nothing like 2500 people jamming to the same beat on the guitar.

"Eat Drink and Be Merry, Cus tomorrow we Die."

[marhoochia]

holla .. I will be flying in from NC. I can't wait - who else is staying at Getty's?

[minigunmorgan4]

man i am glad i am not flying, my dd thinks it is crazy to drive from montana it is like 7-8 hrs if only knew people were fling in from florida and connetticut or god knows where, i can wait got tickets for all 3 nights will be my girlfriends first dave shows, i guess it will be a good way to atart seeing 3 in a row
im going all 3 nights too. ROCK ON!!

[uofmjess]

why is this thread way down here?? after the nashville show, i am definitely getting excited!! can't wait to get there!

[dmbkristin]

The Gorge weekend begins 4 weeks from today! :D

They'll be my 11th, 12th, and 13th DMB shows at the Gorge... I talked with some guys from IL when I had seen 8 DMB shows at the Gorge and they were impressed. But the Gorge is my local venue to see DMB at. :)

[dmbkristin]

4 years ago today I was at the Gorge, wrapping up my 2nd weekend there. I was in the front row for the first time at a DMB show. The show opened with Seek Up (a first for me), and it was also the first time I heard Nancies and IBYU live.

Here was the setlist:

Seek Up *
Heartbeat * -->
Pantala Naga Pampa * -->
Rapunzel *
The Stone *
I'll Back You Up *
Dancing Nancies *
Satellite *
Recently *
#41 *+
JTR *
Grace Is Gone *
Lie In Our Graves *
Bartender *
Crush *
Granny *
Two Step *
Encore:
All Along the Watchtower *

* with Butch Taylor on keys
+ with Mitch Rutman on electric guitar

[Rob D]

4 years ago today I was at the Gorge, wrapping up my 2nd weekend there. I was in the front row for the first time at a DMB show. The show opened with Seek Up (a first for me), and it was also the first time I heard Nancies and IBYU live.

Here was the setlist:

Seek Up *
Heartbeat * -->
Pantala Naga Pampa * -->
Rapunzel *
The Stone *
I'll Back You Up *
Dancing Nancies *
Satellite *
Recently *
#41 *+
JTR *
Grace Is Gone *
Lie In Our Graves *
Bartender *
Crush *
Granny *
Two Step *
Encore:
All Along the Watchtower *

* with Butch Taylor on keys
+ with Mitch Rutman on electric guitar
i'll be seeing you up there this year again... did you go to bristow this year? i think i remember you saying you were there last year and i remembered how you described yourself. remember when jtr opened and closed the three night stand a few years back?

[DreemingTree]

:multi

[AnyonebutBush]

I just got a pair of C-4.... I was just wondering if anyone sat there before , and if it was too far to the left or not ?

[OCMarsh]

I just got a pair of C-4.... I was just wondering if anyone sat there before , and if it was too far to the left or not ?
Dick. What seat numbers? And for what night? I can only throw my beer so far.;)

[AnyonebutBush]

Dick. What seat numbers? And for what night? I can only throw my beer so far.;)I dont know the seat #s , the girl is sending them out on the 24th... but row 4 only has a few seats I think...

[OCMarsh]

I dont know the seat #s , the girl is sending them out on the 24th... but row 4 only has a few seats I think...
Yeah, they can't be too far off to the side. It's hard to go wrong with 4th row.

[il bacio dolce]

It's a month away now. Where did the time go, eh? Was hoping to make it out, but you guys have a blast! :D

[DreemingTree]

It's a month away now. Where did the time go, eh? Was hoping to make it out, but you guys have a blast! :D
c'mon you can make it...... :D

[dubbs41]

im flying out from CT. "here's my asshole bradley, go on in! 350?you can do worse than that. OWW!! 450! STOP!! OWWW!!"
:lol :lol

mine was 347 but my ass is small so that hurt enough!! Coming from Albany International wooo hoo!! :bounce

[Afoolsmistake]

anyone flying into seattle on the 1st around 4 30? wanna meet up?

[JonTheRvelator]

Yeah, they can't be too far off to the side. It's hard to go wrong with 4th row.

If you're off to the side, I dont really know...

[dubbs41]

I'm flying in on the 1st to spend a few days in Seattle and do some birthday pre-partying arouond the city thursday night... whoa boy :lol

[uofmjess]

anyone flying into seattle on the 1st around 4 30? wanna meet up?

i'm flying in on the 1st...i'm planning on checking out UW..i'm looking at grad school there but i'm up for hanging out that night. i don't know anyone in seattle...it might be fun to hook up with some ants while i'm up there. if anyone else is flying in on the 1st, shoot me a pm and we can figure out where everyone is staying, ect.

[mihighdavehead]

Now that Alpine is over.......The Gorge is upon us :cool:

We need a info site like the Alpine one....Crumbo????

Three nights of DMB......ala 2002 :monkey

[dmbpromoguy]

info site like the alpine one???? what was the alpine one so I can consider puttin somethin together

[mihighdavehead]

info site like the alpine one???? what was the alpine one so I can consider puttin somethin together
its still in my sig

[rapunzelchick]

Now that Alpine is over.......The Gorge is upon us :cool:

We need a info site like the Alpine one....Crumbo????

Three nights of DMB......ala 2002 :monkey

Thank God we've got 24 days to rest up from Alpine...you know I need it!!!! :D

[mihighdavehead]

Thank God we've got 24 days to rest up from Alpine...you know I need it!!!! :D
yeah I got home yesterday and was in bed by 8pm.......who else from MN is coming to the Gorge? or just you and Kevin?

[rapunzelchick]

yeah I got home yesterday and was in bed by 8pm.......who else from MN is coming to the Gorge? or just you and Kevin?
Just Kevin and me. Well, I'm sure there's other Minnesotans in general, I just don't know them. We're making a whole vacation out of it...taking off on 8/26 and going to visit his parents up in northwest Washington and then down to Oregon to meet see his grandmother and then to see some friends of ours in Waterloo and then the shows are the end of our vacation. It's gonna be nuts. You two will get along real well. I'm wondering which one of you will be able to drink the other under the table. I think it will be a neck and neck race. :D Brian may be getting some seriously loud phone calls!

[mihighdavehead]

Brian may be getting some seriously loud phone calls!
:lol :lol

[bdb23]

Brian may be getting some seriously loud phone calls!
Note to self: Turn off cell phone around Gorge weekend.

[bopanic]

i know this is the gorge discussion thread.

im coming back to the gorge this year from nashville and i have lawn all 3 nights... which is ok, but if anyone has any extras here is a link of what im looking for in the ticket exchange discussion... see you all there!!!

http://www.antsmarching.org/forum/showthread.php?t=111767

oh and if Anyone can help me out with single lowers i would be in debt to you forever!!!
~bo

:thumbsup

BOWA AT THE GORGE, CANT WAIT!!!
:D

[dubbs41]

night 1 will be amazing in so many ways! I hope i'm not hungover from the night before partying in Seattle!! :P

[uofmjess]

i know this is the gorge discussion thread.

im coming back to the gorge this year from nashville and i have lawn all 3 nights... which is ok, but if anyone has any extras here is a link of what im looking for in the ticket exchange discussion... see you all there!!!

http://www.antsmarching.org/forum/showthread.php?t=111767

oh and if Anyone can help me out with single lowers i would be in debt to you forever!!!
~bo

:thumbsup

BOWA AT THE GORGE, CANT WAIT!!!
:D

Yay! Tennessee folks at the Gorge!!

[bopanic]

Yay! Tennessee folks at the Gorge!!

TN will be representing pretty strong, there are a few of us coming out!

cant wait. its gonna be a blast!

[whntjon]

I see TN fans are going, how about any from Alabama?

[bmtoups]

I'll be driving to the Gorge from San Francisco for all 3 nights. My plan is to leave Thursday night after work and drive till I'm tired then drive the rest of the way on Friday. Has anyone driven this route? How long will it take me? I'm thinking 10 - 12 hours total.

This will be my first trip to the Gorge and I'm totally excited.

[mihighdavehead]

I will be representing the Mile High City........fifth year Gorge goer here....I love that place :D

[dmbgrl22]

I'll be driving to the Gorge from San Francisco for all 3 nights. My plan is to leave Thursday night after work and drive till I'm tired then drive the rest of the way on Friday. Has anyone driven this route? How long will it take me? I'm thinking 10 - 12 hours total.

This will be my first trip to the Gorge and I'm totally excited.
Hey i will be driving from san francisco as well and it will be my first trip to the gorge. I am thinking its going to be more along the lines of 12-15 hours, give or take a few. Are you going alone? Where are you staying? camping? we are also doing all 3 nights at the gorge staying at the venue campsite. Let me know...we are not leaving until later thursday night because of work and classes that can't be missed. What time are you leaving thursday? :hug

Kim

[webbah]

SF to Gorge is going to take more like 18-20 hours including food/gas stops, etc. It's about 900 miles probably give or take. If you're gonna make the Friday night show - better drive fast!

[pichtd]

SF to Gorge is going to take more like 18-20 hours including food/gas stops, etc. It's about 900 miles probably give or take. If you're gonna make the Friday night show - better drive fast!
I could make it from Los Angeles in 18-20 hours, doubt it will take that long from the Bay Area.

[bmtoups]

Yahoo Maps says 12 hours from SF to Seattle... then add 2.5 to Gorge. So, I guess closer to 15 hours is more accurate. There are 3 of us driving up... all first timers at Gorge and we're camping! I want to be on the road by 6pm at the latest. I do plan to drive fast. :)

[pichtd]

Yahoo Maps says 12 hours from SF to Seattle... then add 2.5 to Gorge. So, I guess closer to 15 hours is more accurate. There are 3 of us driving up... all first timers at Gorge and we're camping! I want to be on the road by 6pm at the latest. I do plan to drive fast. :)
You will want to go East once you get to Portland, way faster then going all the way to Seattle.

[bmtoups]

I should head to my local AAA office and get some maps. I didn't think about heading east from portland. I may be able to save some valuable time.

[dmbgrl22]

6ish is about the time we are leaving as well. And we will get there in pleanty of time for the friday show. Gotta set up camp before hand anyways! Yeah maps are good. East you say from Portland?? Anyone have any more specific directions for the "east" route? How much time will it save rather then heading to Seattle???
:bounce

[OCMarsh]

6ish is about the time we are leaving as well. And we will get there in pleanty of time for the friday show. Gotta set up camp before hand anyways! Yeah maps are good. East you say from Portland?? Anyone have any more specific directions for the "east" route? How much time will it save rather then heading to Seattle???
:bounce
4 - 5 hours from Portland. Take I-84 east from Portland. Go about 120 miles to Biggs Jct. Head north on highway 97 (I think) for about 2 hours. When you get to I-90 go east for about a half hour and boom, you'll see the famous Gorge Amphitheatre sign (as seen in the GIG video.) It is easily one of the most beautiful drives you'll ever make. 101 may be a little better.

[IMCurlEQ]

Anyone coming from good ol Montana?

[dmb_41_sd]

Anyone coming from good ol Montana?

I will be comming through Montana from S. Dakota. Pickin up 2 on the way from Montana. Hope the gorge sneaks up on me like Alpine did. I'm not sure I can handle 3 nights but we're goin for it! :bounce see ya there.

[dmbpromoguy]

OK as per the request of...... mihighdavehead........ I will start a web listing of Gorge go-ers...... I'll do this in combination with Ants, AMI and friends via the warehouse...... I no longer have an active account on nancies so I really dont care about them :) Anyway, I'll set up a weblisting split by means of DMB fan site, under each fansite heading I would like to have......


-Your name AND YOUR SCREEN-NAME

-Where you are coming from

-How you are arriving.... Train, Plane or Automobile..... If you want to give specific flight number you can do that too to find other people arriving on your flight

-Where you are staying

-Where you have tickets for each of the 3 nights

-What fansite heading you would like to be listed under

PLEASE PM ME OR E-MAIL ME dmbpromo@hotmail.com (dmbpromo@hotmail.com) PLEASE DONT POST IN HERE IT WILL JUST GET LOST IN THE SHUFFLE!!!!! I would love to make a new thread for this.... but yeah, ants wont let me make new threads, so! This is the best I can do, its now up to you folks to spread the word!

I'll work on it over the next few days and put it online for everyone to see. Spread this around to all your Gorge go-ers

[mihighdavehead]

OK as per the request of...... mihighdavehead........ I will start a web listing of Gorge go-ers...... I'll do this in combination with Ants, AMI and friends via the warehouse...... I no longer have an active account on nancies so I really dont care about them :) Anyway, I'll set up a weblisting split by means of DMB fan site, under each fansite heading I would like to have......


-Your name AND YOUR SCREEN-NAME

-Where you are coming from

-How you are arriving.... Train, Plane or Automobile..... If you want to give specific flight number you can do that too to find other people arriving on your flight

-Where you are staying

-Where you have tickets for each of the 3 nights

-What fansite heading you would like to be listed under

PLEASE PM ME OR E-MAIL ME dmbpromo@hotmail.com (dmbpromo@hotmail.com) PLEASE DONT POST IN HERE IT WILL JUST GET LOST IN THE SHUFFLE!!!!! I would love to make a new thread for this.... but yeah, ants wont let me make new threads, so! This is the best I can do, its now up to you folks to spread the word!

I'll work on it over the next few days and put it online for everyone to see. Spread this around to all your Gorge go-ers
:thumbsup nice work I will help spread the word.
I will send my info to you today

:monkey

[JonTheRvelator]

are we making tshirts this year?

[Crumbo]

dmbpromoguy --PM sent

thanks

:monkey

[dmbgrl22]

First off dmbpromoguy you rock for doing that. I sent you a PM with all the info, i hope, you asked for. Also I am not sure if you all know about this other site that is for the Gorge 2004 but if you want check it and post there for info and other folks who are are going and staying at Gettys. Its mostly folks who are campiong at Gettys so if you are its the place for you to meet up with some other folks. For those of you who know about this site...cool!
www.bigeyedfish.com/gorgeboard (http://www.bigeyedfish.com/gorgeboard)

see you all at the Gorge!!!

Kim

:bounce

[dmbpromoguy]

First off dmbpromoguy you rock for doing that. I sent you a PM with all the info, i hope, you asked for. Also I am not sure if you all know about this other site that is for the Gorge 2004 but if you want check it and post there for info and other folks who are are going and staying at Gettys. Its mostly folks who are campiong at Gettys so if you are its the place for you to meet up with some other folks. For those of you who know about this site...cool!
www.bigeyedfish.com/gorgeboard (http://www.bigeyedfish.com/gorgeboard)

see you all at the Gorge!!!

Kim

:bounce
Thanks kim I replied I'm satellite_eye over on the gorge boards, I posted asking for all in one info over there too.

I've got it started people, I need to head to work though. Hopefully I'll get something up and online tomorow.

[mihighdavehead]

Thanks kim I replied I'm satellite_eye over on the gorge boards, I posted asking for all in one info over there too.

I've got it started people, I need to head to work though. Hopefully I'll get something up and online tomorow.
thanks :thumbsup


Please all ants attending the Gorge should get on here, even if you are on other lists on other sites/boards. This will be a special weekend and it would be nice to meet some more ants at some point over the three days :cool:

[OCMarsh]

I'll be setting up a table in the lot (not sure which day, maybe all three days) and handing out dozens of shows. I've written "antsmarching.org" on each disc to promote the place that made it all possible.

[mihighdavehead]

I'll be setting up a table in the lot (not sure which day, maybe all three days) and handing out dozens of shows. I've written "antsmarching.org" on each disc to promote the place that made it all possible.
:thumbsup
If you need any help let me know. I usually get to the lots around 3 or 4 to get a spot close to the entrance.

[dmbgrl22]

hey to get to the venue from the gorge campsites do you walk through the parkinglots? i hope so i can meet up with folks...anyone know!?!?! Cuz i would love to meet up with all ya'all in the parking lot to sap on some adult beverages and other adult substances, ya know all that good stuff!!

:monkey

[mihighdavehead]

hey to get to the venue from the gorge campsites do you walk through the parkinglots? i hope so i can meet up with folks...anyone know!?!?! Cuz i would love to meet up with all ya'all in the parking lot to sap on some adult beverages and other adult substances, ya know all that good stuff!!

:monkey
the campers have their own walkway, but you can come into the lots from it if you choose

:monkey <---I sip monkey beverages

[somedevil22]

Why are most poeple going to Gettys and not the Gorge Campground? Is there no beer allowed in the Gorge Campground?

[OCMarsh]

:thumbsup
If you need any help let me know. I usually get to the lots around 3 or 4 to get a spot close to the entrance.
Thanks for the offer. I usually get to the lots early too because I'm like a kid on Christmas morning.

[Mickey Carson]

Why are most poeple going to Gettys and not the Gorge Campground? Is there no beer allowed in the Gorge Campground?
it's allowed

[dmbgrl22]

Why are most poeple going to Gettys and not the Gorge Campground? Is there no beer allowed in the Gorge Campground?
It does seem that everyone is staying at Gettys rather then the venue campsite. I have heard mixed reviews about the gorge campsites, so I guess i'll just have to figure it out on my own. What can you expcet from a first timer? Next year its Gettys baby! Unless everyone piles up at Wildhorse, then you know go where the party is at. Somedevil22 are you staying at the venue sites? We will make the best out of it and have a rockin good time!
:thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup

[blueraven]

Anyone staying at Stars and Stripes?

[Thegravedigger]

It's on like Donkey Kong!!! :thumbsup Anyone else getting pumped?? :D

[dubbs41]

I cannot wait anymore!!

[mihighdavehead]

It's on like Donkey Kong!!! :thumbsup Anyone else getting pumped?? :D
:thumbsup
I was just thinking today about how many great songs we are going to hear over these three nights.

:monkey

[ModestMouse2003]

yes, the gorge has the potential to beat alpine, that is not an easy task, but it can be done.

[dmb_41_sd]

yes, the gorge has the potential to beat alpine, that is not an easy task, but it can be done.

All I know is, you are not pumping ANY of the gas the entire trip.

(on the way back from alpine he drove away from the gas pump without taking the hose out of the tank and the hose ripped off) :lol :lol :twak

[bopanic]

:thumbsup
I was just thinking today about how many great songs we are going to hear over these three nights.

:monkey

thats gonna be the most amazing thing!!!
helpfully no repeats, unless its "BOWA" :lol

im sure there gonna play the new tunes everynight but thats cool!!!

its gonna be a good good time!

[mihighdavehead]

All I know is, you are not pumping ANY of the gas the entire trip.

(on the way back from alpine he drove away from the gas pump without taking the hose out of the tank and the hose ripped off) :lol :lol :twak
:lol
so how does that story end up??
keep on driving and speed away.... or pick up the hose and hand it to the clerk??

[Thegravedigger]

:thumbsup
I was just thinking today about how many great songs we are going to hear over these three nights.

:monkey

It definetly turned out to be an awesome investment of time back in '02, as for we got some repeats but a nice selection of songs. :thumbsup

The preWestCoastrun Anxiety is killing me!!!!!!!!!!!!! :monkey

[Crumbo]

It definetly turned out to be an awesome investment of time back in '02, as for we got some repeats but a nice selection of songs. :thumbsup

The preWestCoastrun Anxiety is killing me!!!!!!!!!!!!! :monkey

:thumbsup

it will be cool to see you guys again

sorry I didn't call you guys after night 2 of Alpine....I'll explain later :rolleyes:

[Thegravedigger]

:thumbsup

it will be cool to see you guys again

sorry I didn't call you guys after night 2 of Alpine....I'll explain later :rolleyes:

It's all good brother. We were on the road ALL day Sunday. :freak

We will meet again very soon! :D ;) :thumbsup

[dmbpromoguy]

I wouldnt mind hitting up there there table of yours OCMarsh.

Thanks to everyone who send me their info..... keep it comin people, I will have something up and online hopefully around noon Gorge time on Thursday (today, tomorow) depending on where you are reading this right now!!!

for those that missed it......

PM me with the following info if you would like to be listed on my weblisting of Gorge goers....

-Name
-Screename
-Where you are from
-How you are getting there
-Where you are staying
-Where your tickets are for each night
-What fansite you woud like your name associated to... ants, AMI, whatever

If you dont want to PM for whatever reason feel free to e-mail them to dmbpromo@hotmail.com spread the word people!!!!! I'll update the list every chance I get once I get the initial one online

[dmb_41_sd]

:lol
so how does that story end up??
keep on driving and speed away.... or pick up the hose and hand it to the clerk??

The clerk came running out and accused him of trying to drive off without paying but then later calmed down about the situation but made him pay 40 bucks for a replacement part.

[mihighdavehead]

I wouldnt mind hitting up there there table of yours OCMarsh.

Thanks to everyone who send me their info..... keep it comin people, I will have something up and online hopefully around noon Gorge time on Thursday (today, tomorow) depending on where you are reading this right now!!!

for those that missed it......

PM me with the following info if you would like to be listed on my weblisting of Gorge goers....

-Name
-Screename
-Where you are from
-How you are getting there
-Where you are staying
-Where your tickets are for each night
-What fansite you woud like your name associated to... ants, AMI, whatever

If you dont want to PM for whatever reason feel free to e-mail them to dmbpromo@hotmail.com spread the word people!!!!! I'll update the list every chance I get once I get the initial one online
c'mon Gorge goers get this guy your info........22 days until we hit the lots!!
:monkey

[rapunzelchick]

c'mon Gorge goers get this guy your info........22 days until we hit the lots!!
:monkey
Where are you and Michelle sitting? And your brother will be with you too, right? Hopefully we'll be nearer to each other than at Alpine...we're gonna have a few phone calls to make. :D

[bdb23]

Where are you and Michelle sitting? And your brother will be with you too, right? Hopefully we'll be nearer to each other than at Alpine...we're gonna have a few phone calls to make. :D
I lurk in this thread so behave. :D

[dmbpromoguy]

Check it out folks......... its rough I know, but its there

http://www.geocities.com/satellite_eye/

[mihighdavehead]

Where are you and Michelle sitting? And your brother will be with you too, right? Hopefully we'll be nearer to each other than at Alpine...we're gonna have a few phone calls to make. :D
My brother will be there....yaayyyy....he always makes the Gorge trip with us.
we are both staying in Moses lake and I am definitely hitting up the bar in your hotel...to increase my chances of sharing a drink with one of the band members. Radios are a must once in the lots......don't worry we all will be hangin all weekend.
I don't know where my brother's seats are but we will be here:
N1 sec B row 26
N2 sec A row 23
N3 sec C row 15

:monkey

I lurk in this thread so behave. :D
:lol :lol
:monkey

[dmbpromoguy]

http://www.geocities.com/satellite_eye/

damn that bandwidth was gone within minutes.... it has an hourly limit..... i'll see if I can set somethin better up

[mihighdavehead]

Check it out folks......... its rough I know, but its there

http://www.geocities.com/satellite_eye/
:thumbsup thanks again
nice work Ian....it is already in my sig

within the next couple of weeks we should pick a frs radio channel for all to chat and use to find one another...cell phone service is non-existent in the lots.

edit: PM Crumbo he may be able to help

[uofmjess]

...can't get into the site...

[dubbs41]

http://www.geocities.com/satellite_eye/

damn that bandwidth was gone within minutes.... it has an hourly limit..... i'll see if I can set somethin better up

nice, one of the people you have listed on there, Brian is from ami, i'll be hangin with him, so if you find him you'll find me :D

[dmbpromoguy]

hosting problems..... site will only be able to be viewd by the first few people each hour....

I've got someone who is willing to host it but it wont be fully up until later today or tomorow, keep trying the link for a sneekpeek I guess, then I'll post the new link throught he new host when its set up.

[mihighdavehead]

hosting problems..... site will only be able to be viewd by the first few people each hour....

I've got someone who is willing to host it but it wont be fully up until later today or tomorow, keep trying the link for a sneekpeek I guess, then I'll post the new link throught he new host when its set up.
:thumbsup
appreciate the efforts

:monkey

all Gorge goers keep sending your info....this list should be huge :cool:

[dmbpromoguy]

so far I have 21 listings

[rapunzelchick]

I lurk in this thread so behave.
:lol Yea, behave. I'm likely to do that. :rolleyes: ;) :p :D

My brother will be there....yaayyyy....he always makes the Gorge trip with us.
we are both staying in Moses lake and I am definitely hitting up the bar in your hotel...to increase my chances of sharing a drink with one of the band members. Radios are a must once in the lots......don't worry we all will be hangin all weekend.
I don't know where my brother's seats are but we will be here:
N1 sec B row 26
N2 sec A row 23
N3 sec C row 15
Well, if your brother is half as awesome as you and Michelle it'll make for a good good time! Your seats are nowhere near Kevin and me but hopefully we'll all be able to congregate...otherwise Brian will be receiving multiple calls! :D We'll be happy to host you at the BW for drinks, assuming I EVER get some some information about the deal from WH. Haven't gotten a single bit of details from them yet. :mad: I hope they don't do the wrist band thing like our hotel for Alpine did...that made it difficult to have guests. :BANG

[dmbgrl22]

within the next couple of weeks we should pick a frs radio channel for all to chat and use to find one another...cell phone service is non-existent in the lots.
Hey we can use 12-9 the same one we are talking about using for San Fran...its easy and can be remembered! Stick that in your pipe and smoke it eh? :haha
Thoughts and feeligns on the channel?? I give it :thumbsup :thumbsup !!!

[webbah]

Awesome!!! Looking forward to Wildhorse. Hope you all don't mind partying with an old guy like me. Wait - is 31 old? :rolleyes:

[dmbpromoguy]

Awesome!!! Looking forward to Wildhorse. Hope you all don't mind partying with an old guy like me. Wait - is 31 old? :rolleyes:
I've got someone your age in my group... no worries he'll have plenty of adult diapers if you need em ;)

[uofmjess]

I've got someone your age in my group... no worries he'll have plenty of adult diapers if you need em ;)

is it the chinese guy?

[Mickey Carson]

The site looks good Ian...I'll definitely e-mail you my info once I know where my seats on Saturday are.

[dmbpromoguy]

is it the chinese guy?
nope lol

[webbah]

I've got someone your age in my group... no worries he'll have plenty of adult diapers if you need em ;)

Haha - maybe my wife will need 'em - she's old - she's 40! Keep that on the dl........ ;)

[mihighdavehead]

keep the posts going Gorgers......almost to 1000 :monkey

It's good to see some activity in this thread finally. :thumbsup

[mazda]

Hey guys, I will be joining you on the labor day weekend fiesta although I will not be able to make the Friday show I am in the process of updating by lawn seats on Saturday to the front and I am also going to be getting some seats for Sunday. See ya in a month. MAZ

[stimmerman]

Here's a picture of the Gorge Amphitheater from outerspace, if anyone cares.
I thought it was cool.

[rapunzelchick]

Here's a picture of the Gorge Amphitheater from outerspace, if anyone cares.
I thought it was cool.
:thumbsup That's pretty fucking sweet! :cool:

[webbah]

Here's a picture of the Gorge Amphitheater from outerspace, if anyone cares.
I thought it was cool.

I care! And I think it's cool too. Where do ya live in Seattle stimmerman?

[stimmerman]

I'm actually living in Issaquah right now, but I'm moving into the city next month, probably either Queen Anne or Capitol Hill area. What about you?

[webbah]

The Quah eh? My good friend lives out there. I live in Bothell actually. In my single days I lived in Magnolia - a very cheap cab ride to take my drunk ass home from Pioneer Square! :D

[stimmerman]

I can't wait to get into the city. It's nice out in Issy, lots of nature, but not enough action for me right now. I like Magnolia too, it's kind of far from the freeway though. Cheap cab rides are where it's at!

[mihighdavehead]

I'm actually living in Issaquah right now, but I'm moving into the city next month,
Issaquah is where I always stop to get all the tailgating supplies on the way to the Gorge :cool:

[rapunzelchick]

Issaquah is where I always stop to get all the tailgating supplies on the way to the Gorge :cool:
I'm definitely gonna need some guidance in this area, what with me being a virgin and all. :D

[mihighdavehead]

I'm definitely gonna need some guidance in this area, what with me being a virgin and all. :D
unless you are going to drive into Seattle, you won't drive through this city.
It is on the way to the Gorge from Seattle :)

:monkey

edit:reading what you just wrote sounds kinda kinky :evil

[stimmerman]

The large towns get few and far between once you go east of Issaquah. It's def a good place to load up before heading into the mountain pass.

[webbah]

Or North Bend - last fast food for miles!

stimmerman - you're right about magnolia - deathly far from I-5 - felt like I was trapped when going out of town. Queen Anne is solid - lots of action nearby.

[rapunzelchick]

The large towns get few and far between once you go east of Issaquah. It's def a good place to load up before heading into the mountain pass.
Is there somewhere between Moses Lake and the venue or will be able to find everything we need right in Moses Lake?

[rapunzelchick]

edit:reading what you just wrote sounds kinda kinky :evil
:lol Would you expect anything less from me? :angel

[webbah]

Is there somewhere between Moses Lake and the venue or will be able to find everything we need right in Moses Lake?

Moses Lake will do ya just fine - if it's everything legal you're looking for that is........ :D

[Pee_Ride]

Moses Lake will do ya just fine - if it's everything legal you're looking for that is........ :D


Dont by anything in the gorge campground. Damn it is expensive!

[webbah]

hahaha - but you'll be on vacation!

[stimmerman]

Bring LOTS of water. It sucks having to buy a bottle of water for $10.

[Mickey Carson]

Bring LOTS of water. It sucks having to buy a bottle of water for $10.
Exactly...I must have dropped at least 30 bucks on water @ the Gorge last year.

[rapunzelchick]

Bring LOTS of water. It sucks having to buy a bottle of water for $10.
:eek: $10 for water!!!!? God, what do they charge for beer?
Do they let you bring in "factory sealed" bottles or at least empty ones you can fill at a drinking fountain? And then do they make you throw away the caps? That drives me nuts. I'm a spiller...

[DreemingTree]

Moses Lake will do ya just fine - if it's everything legal you're looking for that is........ :D
I resent that!

[dmbgrl22]

Exactly...I must have dropped at least 30 bucks on water @ the Gorge last year.
Who needs water when you have beer?!?!?! Duck and cover when you all see me strollen around with beer..i double fist and tend to spill...especially when i double fist it one to many times and can't see straight and end up in a tree...well thats what happened at Shoreline last year at the Dave concert...oops! :BANG Any trees inside the Gorge venue?? I hope not!

[Pee_Ride]

:eek: $10 for water!!!!? God, what do they charge for beer?
...

Lets just say unless you have alot of money to blow bring your own or get very toast before you go into the concert.

[Mickey Carson]

Lets just say unless you have alot of money to blow bring your own or get very toast before you go into the concert.
I don't think you can bring in your own water. You used to be able to, but now you can't even bring in empty containers: http://www.hob.com/venues/concerts/gorge/general_info.asp

[Mickey Carson]

:D 1,000

[dmbgrl22]

I don't think you can bring in your own water. You used to be able to, but now you can't even bring in empty containers: http://www.hob.com/venues/concerts/gorge/general_info.asp
can i bring in my camel pack in??? if i make it look like a backpack?? but hmm..if they look inside they will see a huge pack filled with well either redbull/vodka or sierra nevada.....any thoughts?? :ugh: