The Blue Ridge Parkway this time of year is pretty, then there is Wintergreen, West Virginia, not a bad drive from the DC area. Luray is nice this time of year, and then there is Strasburg off I81 as well.

If there is any interest, let me know.

E ON!

Kerri :D
Kingsmanmastiffs AT aol.com

Let me think about it. Ok, I'm in. :D

Update: Per Kerri, the meet is scheduled for Sunday, 12/10/06... Details start at post #36. Click below for that post.

Yeah, me 2. :D

I'd be up for it! :-D

Sounds good to me. Nice to see your still around Kerri, you and Brendan used to be very active in ths area, Drew

Just set a date. I'm in.

I'd love to try and make it! It would be my first meet!

Sounds great. Hopefully my travel schedule is easing down. I missed the Mod Party becasue of work and the wife but am defintely looking forward to another meet.

Let me know! I might be able to!

Let me know! I might be able to!

Sounds like a convoy to me good buddy. :rolleyes:

The Blue Ridge Parkway this time of year is pretty, then there is Wintergreen, West Virginia, not a bad drive from the DC area. Luray is nice this time of year, and then there is Strasburg off I81 as well.

If there is any interest, let me know.

E ON!

Kerri :D
Kingsmanmastiffs AT aol.com


What may be cool is an Element caravan going down one of the legs of Skyline Drive ? We could meet in Front Royal ????

Sounds good to me. Nice to see your still around Kerri, you and Brendan used to be very active in ths area, Drew

Funny Drew, I got the same thing from Tom the other night.. LOL Life sometimes just gets in the way.

It's good to be back, I'll have to stay here from now on.. LOLOL

E ON!

Kerri :D

What may be cool is an Element caravan going down one of the legs of Skyline Drive ? We could meet in Front Royal ????

OH Very Nice Idea!! Ok, so we need to pick a weekend, before or after Christmas/New Years? We are running out of time here folks, so lets pull out all the stops!!

Front Royal and the Skyline drive sounds great, who's got the Video Camera? Start out at one of the local Front Royal joints: The Grapevine, Knotty Pine, Royal Oak Tavern, Skyline Diner, Victoria's, Soul Mountain Cafe, and then Epicurious Cow in Washington, VA.

We need a date and time to meet.

E ON!

Kerri :-D

I'm open except for the weekend of Dec 16th...

...actually I'll just propose a date, how about Dec 9th or 10th

9th, no
10th, maybe
16th, I'm doing the PA meet
but if you decide on one of these dates thats ok too:)

Next week I am busy, but My son and myself could come up and have fun on the Skyline with you guys after that! :D
He's been begging to see the mountains again!

I'm open except for the weekend of Dec 16th...

...actually I'll just propose a date, how about Dec 9th or 10th

I prefer Sundays, so the 10th works for me. :)

Count me in. I'll confirm when the date is set. Somebody better confirm when the Skyline Drive closes for the season before too many plans are made.

Count me in. I'll confirm when the date is set. Somebody better confirm when the Skyline Drive closes for the season before too many plans are made.

On the news this evening reported that parts of Skyline Drive were still closed due to down trees from an ice storm. Just info to consider.

Who is organizing? LmentalMastiffs are you taking the lead on this?
If so let’s get a date, and if Skyline is closed, may be a ski resort or other place off the beaten track with good photogenic possibilities please! :D

Ice Storm Closes Portions of Skyline Drive (http://www.nps.gov/shen/parknews/ice_storm_closures_11_06.htm)

I'll start planning when a date/location is set. :)

Okay, Kerri. If you can pull yourself away from that Nissan badge, we're waiting! :-P

I'm a maybe as I family coming in (in-laws...Doh!) from out of town and my wife, son and I may not be able to sneak out for a meet. Even less likely that I'll be able to sneak away from the wife...

Okay, Kerri. If you can pull yourself away from that Nissan badge, we're waiting! :-P


Even my Honda gets tired after a while! :rolleyes:
Nive Christmas Avatar Colin!

Is that the general consensus? I'm good with the 10th as well. I'm checking into the Skyline drive closures today as well. I'll post this evening on that issue.

There is always WinterGreen Ski Resort, very pretty and still close enough for those in both VA lower and MD to get there.

Give me some other ideas here? :)

E On!!!

Kerri

I do need to change my avatar.. LOLOL I found that and was just being a smartass.. :razz:

E On!!

Kerri

Skyline Drive Night Closures

From November 13, 2006, through January 6, 2007

between Front Royal (Mile 0 at U.S. Highway 340) and Thornton Gap (Mile 31 at U.S. Highway 211), and
between Swift Run Gap (Mile 65 at U.S. Highway 33) and Rockfish Gap (Mile 105 at U.S. Highway 250),
will be closed daily between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
The central portion of the Drive, between Thornton Gap and Swift Run Gap, will remain open for overnight access to Skyland Resort and Big Meadows Campground until those facilities close on November 26.
Then, beginning November 27, 2006, through January 6, 2007, the entire length of the Skyline Drive will be closed daily from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m.

So, it looks like as long as we don't get there BEFORE 8AM and are off the Drive by 5PM, we should be good for the 10th.

So, is Skyline still and option??? What do you folks think?? Do we plan a stop along the way, photo ops and little games? Longest distance driven, Highest miles on Odometer, most Mods, etc?? What do you guys/gals want to do??

E On!!

Kerri

Nive Christmas Avatar Colin!

Thank you! Just borrowed it today. :-P

10th works for me. A Caravan sounds great. Maybe we can stop at one of the picnic areas and have a picnic? ;-)

10th works for me. A Caravan sounds great. Maybe we can stop at one of the picnic areas and have a picnic? ;-)

Actually, we were talking earlier about a quaint little restaurant in Front Royal. How does that sound?

E On!!

Kerri

From the park web site

Ice Storm Closes Portions of Skyline Drive





Date: November 27, 2006
Contact: Shenandoah National Park, 540-999-3500

Downed tree branches from a recent ice storm lay in front of historic Skyland cabins

Shenandoah National Park has implemented closures of the Skyline Drive due to extensive damage caused by an ice storm. The ice storm which began on Wednesday, November 22 resulted in power outages and thousands of downed trees and limbs. Crews worked throughout the Thanksgiving day and on Friday to open the Skyline Drive from Thornton Gap at Route 211 south to the Big Meadows area and from Front Royal to the Dickey Ridge area at milepost 4.5. All other areas of Skyline Drive remain closed.

Park staff will assess trails and structures today and will continue to clear Skyline Drive of debris.

Park visitor centers, lodges, restaurants and gift shops closed for the winter on November 26. The Skyline Drive is normally closed from 5 pm to 8 am each night during hunting season.

Skyline Drive will re-open as conditions warrant. Park visitors are encouraged to call 540-999-3500 for additional information and updates regarding the status of the park.

The parkway might still be doable but there should be a plan B in case it is not open.

Ok, where are we going with this boys and girls? At current, there is no park closures. Spoke with them today. Please keep in mind they close portions of the drive from 5PM to 8AM.

Plan B might be WinterGreen Resort? Nice drive up that way as well. Where are we? We got a date, just no place set in stone.

Lets get to this!

E On!!

Kerri

Actually, we were talking earlier about a quaint little restaurant in Front Royal. How does that sound?

E On!!

Kerri

Sounds great!

Either sounds good. Let me know when and wear. Will we be stoping for short walks/hike? I was thinking about bringing the little one.

Since I've been crowned Queen here! :lol: The date is set for the 10th. At current count, I have 10 Es. We need a solid number here folks.

As it stands now, Skyline drive is open from 8AM to 5PM and we'll meet for lunch around 11 (is this good with everyone?) Speak now, please.

I live in Marshall, VA, which sounds pretty central for all. Not sure how many planning on coming from Southern VA; but if you are, come up RT17 North, passing through Warrenton and you'll hit Marshall at I66.

There is a McDonald's off exit 28 on I66, we could meet there at about 10AM and then head on up I66 from there to Exit 13 (Linden/Front Royal). (Those coming from the South, RT 17 will take you over I66 and less than a mile, you'll see the McDonald's on your Right.)

Where we are right now is choice in places to eat. I've phoned several, here they are:

The Grapevine: All American w/a little bit of everything else, reasonably priced, parking lot able to accomadate 10 Es. Quiet Family atmosphere.

Knotty Pine: All American Country Style, Lounge w/Bar and Juke Box in back, parking lot able to accomadate 10 Es.

Royal Oak Tavern: Lots of everything, prices start at $5.50. Smoking/Non Smoking areas, 2 tables of 10 depending on number of folks. Lot able to accomadate 10 Es.

Soul Mountain Cafe: *which right now has my vote* wide varity of foods from lump crabcake sandwiches to caribean style pulled meats, salads and cold/hot sandwiches. Prices range from $7 to $15 for lunch fare and the atmosphere sounds great.

Just so you folks know, I'll drive up Sunday and check these places out to get a better idea of what we are dealing with.

Anyone else with ideas or suggestions? I've got a few 'games' we could play as well. Furtherest driven, most miles on odometer, most mods, etc.

Don't forget your cameras, both digital and video.

E On!!

Kerri

I have a family issue early on in this coming week, but if everything goes as planned I should be able to make it! I should know defiantly by Thursday-Friday morning! I will most likely be traveling with my son!

Since I've been crowned Queen here! :lol: The date is set for the 10th. At current count, I have 10 Es. We need a solid number here folks.

Sounds great, Kerri. According to Google Earth, it should take us about 4 hours to get to Marshall. Deborah and I will be there. :)

Sounds great, Kerri. According to Google Earth, it should take us about 4 hours to get to Marshall. Deborah and I will be there. :)

GREAT! Are you guys planning on taking 17 all the way up? I wouldn't suggest it, it takes far longer. If at all possible, hit 64, 295, then 95 to 17 just past Fredericksburg.

Folks live in Williamsburg and it takes me 2.5 hrs by RT17 to I95 to get home on a good day. Glad to have you!! Looking forward to it!!

E On!!

Kerri :D

GREAT! Are you guys planning on taking 17 all the way up? I wouldn't suggest it, it takes far longer. If at all possible, hit 64, 295, then 95 to 17 just past Fredericksburg.

Folks live in Williamsburg and it takes me 2.5 hrs by RT17 to I95 to get home on a good day. Glad to have you!! Looking forward to it!!

E On!!

Kerri :D

Google recommended that same route you did, and I'm sure my Garmin will do the same. I love a good roadtrip!

Cool!! Sounds good to me! TK & I'll be there! Sould Mountain Cafe sounds good to me too!!!

Marshal VA right? Okay, Mrs. Rocket Dog has given me permission to go. Southern VA bubbas UNITE!

I would sugest a convoy, but I might take my son to a couple of spots in that area the day before. I have to see if Luray Caverns is open too!

Luray Caverns (http://www.luraycaverns.com/)

My family is too ashamed to go. :cry:

I might be interested , is anything planned yet?

I might be interested , is anything planned yet?

Welcome aboard! Click for the details so far...
http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showpost.php?p=346532&postcount=36

Got any room for an E from DC?:)

Got any room for an E from DC?:)

Without a doubt! :D

I will be there then:D

I think I may be in... as long as weather and work cooperates!

I might be interested , is anything planned yet?

Sure is.. please read through page 3 or 4 of this. I've set it up for the most part. Day is set for the 10th. Place for lunch is almost set, Soul Mountain Cafe in Front Royal. And we are planning on meeting in Marshall.

E On!

Kerri

Got any room for an E from DC?:)

Hell Ya!!! :-D

E on!!

Kerri

i went to massanuttin military academy in woodstock, i know that area pretty well ,i'm in

Hey Kerri I'm in too. Do you have an address of the location were we are meeting so I can program it in my GPS? Thanks Drew:)

Hey guys (that's the non-gender "guys"), does anybody have a tally of how many are going?

I in. Kerri are you going to bring one of your Mastiffs?

LOL, Nope, not bringing a dog this time. LOLOL

UPDATE/REVISION

As of right now, the count is 15
And they are as follows:

ME :D
Lifeisgood - VA Beach
RocketDog - Chesapeake
Kattoon - Rockville
box-E - So. MD
DCbox - Petersburg/DC
doug78 - Ocean City, MD
BuckNakedBooda - Woodbridge
tooljedi - Chesapeake
Igneouss - NoVA
Hab Mobile - MD
dog drool
RedHatchGuy
Campan-E Car - Frederick
lwclancers - Winchester

Let me know how many per E please.

The Plan is to meet in Marshal, should anyone be intersted, around 10 AM and caravan up to Front Royal. Where we'll plan to have lunch around 11 AM at Soul Mtn Cafe. Let me know if anyone has any other time frame they'd rather work with.

Also, there has been mentioned a $10 fee to enter Skyline Drive.

And the Restaurant will be Soul Mountain Cafe at 117 E Main St., Front Royal, VA 22630, (540) 636-0070. Quickest way off I66 West if to take Exit 13 for Linden/Front Royal.

Meeting/Kick off point is in Marshall, if anyone is interested in Caravanning. McDonald's just off I66 West at Ext 28, top of ramp go right and it's just down the road. (4215 Winchester Rd., Marshall, VA 20115)

Ok, there it is folks! WOW! I'm soooo excited! This is going to be fun!! :D

E On!!

Kerri

Rocket Dog is going solo on this deep strike mission. :cool:

I just saw this. 12/10...I might be there, not sure, I got a Christmas party the night before.

Room for a has been E owner? :)

Marshal VA right? Okay, Mrs. Rocket Dog has given me permission to go. Southern VA bubbas UNITE!

Hell...I might just drive my red Mazda pickup truck instead of my Element if this is going to be a Bubba gatherin'

Ok, where are we going with this boys and girls? At current, there is no park closures. Spoke with them today. Please keep in mind they close portions of the drive from 5PM to 8AM.

Plan B might be WinterGreen Resort? Nice drive up that way as well. Where are we? We got a date, just no place set in stone.

Lets get to this!

E On!!

Kerri

Just a reminder, there is a $10.00 fee to get into Skyline Drive....

I just saw this. 12/10...I might be there, not sure, I got a Christmas party the night before.

Room for a has been E owner? :)

Most Certainly!! :D So, I can count you in and add you to our list?

Super Awesome!!

E On!!

Kerri :D

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showpost.php?p=347449&postcount=57

E On!!

Kerri

Hell...I might just drive my red Mazda pickup truck instead of my Element if this is going to be a Bubba gatherin'

Dude, that's just wrong and My Ford F350 Modified would roll right over your ass.. LOLOLOL :-P :wink:

So, Bubba, you gonna here there or what?? :-)

E On!!

Kerri

Hey Kerri,

Deborah and I will both be there (for your headcount).

So, Bubba, you gonna here there or what?? :-)


This is Bubba. He can't even count to E, but he got an award for Most Teeth in his class.

Dude, that's just wrong and My Ford F350 Modified would roll right over your ass.. LOLOLOL :-P :wink:

So, Bubba, you gonna here there or what?? :-)

E On!!

Kerri

I think that someone here may be suffering from a little PICKUP TRUCK ENVY but I will defintely be there with my Element.....and my wife...

Most Certainly!! :D So, I can count you in and add you to our list?
Not yet. I might be a game time decision...as I mentioned I have a big bang Christmas Party the night before :twisted:

Hey Guys,
My son and I are going up early Saturday to Luray Caverns and a few other small hikes. Since its off season rate time, where is a good place to bed down for the evening? Maybe in the Park or Skyline Drive itself? Any ideas? :confused: Thanks!

I might try to meet you at the Drive in the morning if thats where you are going!

Sorry to do this, but we are not going to be able to make the meet. We've had a family emergency that we need to take care of. Hope to make the next one...you guys have a good time!

would love to go since I just got me E back....however, I leave for CA monday morning for a business trip and I am up to my ears in work.

Hey all I just saw this. I will not be able to attend, but you may want to notify US Dept. of Interior. When there is a group of people showing up on Skyline Drive, they want to know so than they can notify restaurants and security stuff.

The person you want to speak with is:

Bridget Bohnet
US Park Ranger
bridget_bohnet@nps.gov
540-999-3214

We did this during MINI Takes The States and they were not very happy with 50 MINIs showing up un-announced.:)

Hope this helps.

Sorry to do this, but we are not going to be able to make the meet. We've had a family emergency that we need to take care of. Hope to make the next one...you guys have a good time!

:-( SO sorry to hear. Deborah and I wish you all the best.

Hey Guys,
My son and I are going up early Saturday to Luray Caverns and a few other small hikes. Since its off season rate time, where is a good place to bed down for the evening? Maybe in the Park or Skyline Drive itself? Any ideas? :confused: Thanks!

I might try to meet you at the Drive in the morning if thats where you are going!

Big meadows lodge is fun and reasonably priced. Take the critters to the Tap Room for cheap pizza and live music Sat Night.

Unfortunately, I'm out. The in-laws are coming in early for the holidays.... Doh! Not much chance for me to sneak out....



LOL, Nope, not bringing a dog this time. LOLOL

UPDATE/REVISION

As of right now, the count is 15
And they are as follows:

ME :D
Lifeisgood - VA Beach
RocketDog - Chesapeake
Kattoon - Rockville
box-E - So. MD
DCbox - Petersburg/DC
doug78 - Ocean City, MD
BuckNakedBooda - Woodbridge
tooljedi - Chesapeake
Igneouss - NoVA
Hab Mobile - MD
dog drool
RedHatchGuy
Campan-E Car - Frederick
lwclancers - Winchester

Let me know how many per E please.

The Plan is to meet in Marshal, should anyone be intersted, around 10 AM and caravan up to Front Royal. Where we'll plan to have lunch around 11 AM at Soul Mtn Cafe. Let me know if anyone has any other time frame they'd rather work with.

Also, there has been mentioned a $10 fee to enter Skyline Drive.

And the Restaurant will be Soul Mountain Cafe at 117 E Main St., Front Royal, VA 22630, (540) 636-0070. Quickest way off I66 West if to take Exit 13 for Linden/Front Royal.

Meeting/Kick off point is in Marshall, if anyone is interested in Caravanning. McDonald's just off I66 West at Ext 28, top of ramp go right and it's just down the road. (4215 Winchester Rd., Marshall, VA 20115)

Ok, there it is folks! WOW! I'm soooo excited! This is going to be fun!! :D

E On!!

Kerri

Unfortunately, I'm out. The in-laws are coming in early for the holidays.... Doh! Not much chance for me to sneak out....

Bummer! :sad:

I am in . I wil have 1 human and maybe 1 fuzzy. Coming from Lynchburg.

I sincerely apologize but I'm afraid I have to bow out on this one. PLEASE keep me in mind for future events.

I'm still in, I might bring one more person.
If you have a Santa or Elf hat bring it.:D

I'm still in, I might bring one more person.
If you have a Santa or Elf hat bring it.:D

Gary....a Santa hat ???

Colin told me that this was a clothing optional Element meet ????:rolleyes:

Gary....a Santa hat ???

Colin told me that this was a clothing optional Element meet ????:rolleyes:
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Big meadows lodge is fun and reasonably priced. Take the critters to the Tap Room for cheap pizza and live music Sat Night.

Cool. Thanks! I will give them a call tommorrow! I am having some health issues for a few family members that may make me bail, but I am really pushing to make it. My oldest son is getting over mild pneumonia, but he looked really good tonight, and he is really excited about the trip so I say as of now were still a go! :D

This is from the nps web site

What sections are we planing to drive?
It appears to be open from the North to Big medows., but not all the way to the blue ridge parkway.

Skyline Drive - Status





Skyline Drive Night Closures

The entire length of the Skyline Drive will be closed daily from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m. through January 6, 2007.



Skyline Drive - Status (Updated: 12/5/2006)
Also call the park’s recorded information line: (540) 999-3500, 4, 1 for Skyline Drive status.

District


Skyline Drive Section


Status
North District

US Hwy 340 to
US Hwy 211


Front Royal (Mile 0) to Thornton Gap (Mile 31)


OPEN
8am to 5pm



Central District


Thornton Gap (Mile 31) to Big Meadows area (Mile 51)


OPEN
8am to 5pm

US Hwy 211 to
US Hwy 33


Big Meadows area (Mile 51) to Swift Run Gap (Mile 65)


CLOSED



South District


Swift Run Gap (Mile 65) to Rockfish Gap (Mile 105)


CLOSED

US Hwy 33 to
US Hwy 250

UPDATE: 12:26 PM 12/08

We are a day and a half away from our December 10th Meet up in Front Royal.

I have some new information I'm working on to add here and I've an updated list of who's attending and who can't make it. But I still don't have responses from a few.

ME - Be there
Lifeisgood - VA Beach - 2
RocketDog - Chesapeake - :sad:
Kattoon - Rockville - :sad:
box-E - So. MD -
DCbox - Petersburg/DC - 2
doug78 - Ocean City, MD - 2
BuckNakedBooda - Woodbridge -
tooljedi - Chesapeake - 2
Igneouss - NoVA -
Hab Mobile - MD - :sad:
dog drool - 2
RedHatchGuy -
Campan-E Car - Frederick -
lwclancers - Winchester - Up in the air

I've put in a call to US Park Ranger Bridget Bohent as suggested by ELEMENTallyHOPPED. Thanks for that!!! I'm waiting to hear back from her. I've heard back from Ranger Bridget, she said the portion of Skyline we are looking at traveling is open and ok. She also recommended I get speak with their Admin and see about a Permit. She also thanked us for visiting!! :D

As for park closings, there shouldn't be an issue this Sunday, as the weather report is saying nice sunny weather, not warm, but not freezing cold either.

I've added a map to the location of Soul Mountain Cafe in relation to the entrance of Skyline Drive. Soul Mtn Cafe is the A at the top of the map, and the entrance to Skyline Drive is located at the bottom just off Rt 340 in the GREEN area.

http://us.a2.yahoofs.com/users/43f34bc4z39c5d1cc/5d97/__sr_/2168re2.jpg?phAXYeFB.94Iiv.p

(why is that not a picture above??? I followed directions.)

I thought we'd travel the Drive down to Rt 211/522, Thornton Gap Entrance Station. 211, for reference, will take you back into Warrenton, which is a nice drive in itself.

Looking forward to Sunday!

E On!

Kerri & Joe :D

I've put in a call to US Park Ranger Bridget Bohent as suggested by ELEMENTallyHOPPED. Thanks for that!!! I'm waiting to hear back from her.

So, are they going to throw a party for us, or give us a police escort or something?

Thanks for all your work Kerri. I will met every one at Soul Mt not at the McD's .. By the way I think I should count as 1 my traveling companion is a real dog ie 4 legged and fuzzy. don't think the restraunt will serve him

Thanks for all your work Kerri. I will met every one at Soul Mt not at the McD's .. By the way I think I should count as 1 my traveling companion is a real dog ie 4 legged and fuzzy. don't think the restraunt will serve him

I so wish I could bring at least 1 of my 3 drool monsters, but they can be handful. Look forward to seeing you there at Soul Mountain.

Drive safely!!

Kerri :D

Ok, we are still meeting at Soul Mountain Cafe, but they don't open now till 12, so NEW meet up time is 12 PM.

The name we are under is, of course, the Honda Element Club.

Also, here is my cell phone should anyone need help, directions, or just want to chat about their E. :D

(703) 843-8183

So, this should be a good time had by all!

See you there!!

E On!!

Kerri & Joe :D :D

Ok, we are still meeting at Soul Mountain Cafe, but they don't open now till 12, so NEW meet up time is 12 PM.

The name we are under is, of course, the Honda Element Club.

Also, here is my cell phone should anyone need help, directions, or just want to chat about their E. :D

(703) 843-8183

So, this should be a good time had by all!

See you there!!

E On!!

Kerri & Joe :D :D

Are you going to change the time for the MCDonald's in Marshall gathering ? My wife still need a few chicken biscuits to survive the ride to Front Royal ???

Are you going to change the time for the MCDonald's in Marshall gathering ? My wife still need a few chicken biscuits to survive the ride to Front Royal ???

NO! We are still on for 10 AM.

For those still wanting to meet me at the McDonald's in Marshall, we are still on! But at this rate, we don't have to hurry out unless you want to. :)

So, that means more chicken biscuits for the wife. :lol:

Ok, so, the plan is to set out from the McDonald's now around 10:30 or so. Since we might need to kill some more time, there is a quaint antique shop in Marshall, should we need to kill more time. *always my fav thing to do*

E On!

Kerri

Are you going to change the time for the MCDonald's in Marshall gathering ? My wife still need a few chicken biscuits to survive the ride to Front Royal ???

BYOCB...............

BYOCB.

LMAO!! :lol: You're gonna be fun aint ya? You are a total smart azz.. LOLOL

Love'n this!!

Kerri

LMAO!! :lol: You're gonna be fun aint ya? You are a total smart azz.. LOLOL

Love'n this!!

Kerri

;-)...........................

Heads up. I'm gonna bring the decent camera and try to get a shot or two for Tmac's redesigned front page. Hopefully we can find one or two photogenic overlooks where we can heard the E's into a group. I promise not to waste too much of folk's time.

Cheers,
Igneouss (Nick) along with Wenchy and Jake.

LMAO!! :lol: You're gonna be fun aint ya? You are a total smart azz.. LOLOL

Love'n this!!

Kerri

Colin is GREAT and is also a strikingly handsome Honda Element owner.....

Colin is GREAT and is also a strikingly handsome Honda Element owner.....

Damn, lost your PayPal account number, Buck. What was it again?

Damn, lost your PayPal account number, Buck. What was it again?

Never mind... I just remembered it. bucknaked@ebay.com. :razz: Sounds more like a headline than an e-mail address.

Okay I will be at the meet at Front Royal. The catch is I will be driving SOUTH from PA to get there, because I leave for PA in the morning early to deal with an urgent matter at the house I have in Mechanicsburg.

Bottom line, I'll be there at Front Royal.

Ted

I guess my info wasn't much help.:confused: Oh well.;-)

Couple quick questions: Arrival times are nice but approximate departure times help me plan better.

For the McD's in Marshall, what's the approximate time folks plan to leave that location for Front Royal?

For the Front Royal location, what's the approximate time folks plan to leave for the drive up the hill?

Looking forward to meeting folks!
Cheers,
Nick

I guess my info wasn't much help.:confused: Oh well.;-)

Hopped, totally helped!! Thanks so much for it! Bridget thanked me for calling and said not everyone thinks that far ahead to phone.

I have to run by the office today just to double check if the Admin/Media Admin returned my phone call about a permit.

I'll follow up with everyone this afternoon!! Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and Happy New Years!!!

E On!!

Kerri

Okay I will be at the meet at Front Royal...

That's great news, Ted! Our numbers were dwindling.

For those who had planned on meeting me at 10 AM at the McDonald's in Marshall of exit 28 on I66, Joe and I will see you there.

For those meeting us in Front Royal at the Soul Mountain Cafe, we'll see you at 12 Noon.

From there, we'll enjoy a nice lunch and then head out to Skyline Drive and down to Thornton Gap Station (211) where we'll exit.

After that, the day should still be young, and it's up to ya'll what you want to do from there.

211 will take us back into Warrenton, nice little town with some nice antique shops. Just an idea.

Ok, see you folks tomorrow!!!

E On!!

Kerri & Joe :D

Hope you guys have fun!!!! The Northeast is having a blast!

Hey, Folks!

It looks like the weather (http://www.weather.com/weather/local/20118?lswe=20118&lwsa=WeatherLocalUndeclared&from=whatwhere) is going to be nice on Sunday with a high of 56 and sunny all day long. :D

I hope everyone has a great time. Some personal stuff has prevented my ability to meet you guys.:cry: :sad: The funny thing is that my loldest is so stoked about going to the mountains I will probally be going next weekend instead.:rolleyes: Please have a safe and fun time. I really wnated to see everybody, and my son really wanted to see caves and all the "Daddy's trucks"! Enjoy the warm weather! :D

...Some personal stuff has prevented my ability to meet you guys...

Bummer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I can't make it either. I was outside washing the E inpreperation for tomorrow, when my neighbor came over and asked if I had noticed the tree that fell on my fence and barn,:-o so I have my work cut out for me the rest of the weekend:-(

Joe and I will be at the McDonald's off I66 at 10 AM tomorrow. Here's the house number: 540-364-6971 and my cell: 703-843-8183, just in case someone needs it.

We'll be meeting at Soul Mountain Cafe in Front Royal at 12 Noon, they are off Main Street.

See you there!!!!!

Kerri & Joe

We just arrived in Warrenton where we're staying for the night. This way we'll be well rested for the outing tomorrow.

For those who can't make it, :sad:. Hopefully next time.

For those who can, Deborah and I are truly looking forward to tomorrow. I wish everyone a safe trip. :)

Have a great lunch everybody, and a good drive to follow! :D

:D The weather couldn't have been more perfect for a day in the Mountains. 56 was projected for the day, but I'm sure it got a bit higher than that. Sun was shining, E's were gleaming, and santa's hats abound.

To start the morning out, there were 6 of us at the Marshall McDonald's. You should have seen the stares my local country boy's were giving us. LOL It was a nice drive up Rt55 to Front Royal.

Lunch at Soul Mountain Cafe was amazing! Everyone had rave reveiws regarding their meal. It was great atmosphere and the Cherry Kamakazi Martini I had with lunch was stupendous!

We did have a mix up with the restaurant, they had moved down the street from their 117 Main St address. I had failed to verify their addres. :oops: O well, I'll know better next time.

As we finished up lunch, we headed out to the town square for a few post trip pictures and a group shot. The drive into the park was nice, and we made 3 stops before we heading for home.

Rick or Igneous(sp) loved to climb the rocks for great aerial shots. lol We have fun, and I'm totally looking forward to our next outing.

Check back later for photos. We had some pretty nice photographers there today. :D

E On!!

Kerri & Joe

HI
Just made it in. It was a great day ,nice to put faces to names. Can't wait to see the photos.
Mel

Had a great time, seeing everyone:D

:) More Pics

I got home about 45 mins ago. It was a great time everyone, wonderful pictures, and of course the fun of meeting new friends.

Thanks Kerri for putting it all together.

DC Box,
Great pics!

Thanks and nice to see you again.
Nick

Sweet pics, DCbox!

Man, what an awesome day! I saw old friends and made new ones. I had the best quesadilla I've ever had in my life. I visited a town that reminded me of my hometown in Upstate NY and got to drive on mountain roads again.

Thank you, Kerri, for setting this E-meet up. You did a fantastic job.

Did anyone see the deer grazing roadside on the way down the mountain? I stopped and got a few pics, but realized when we got to the hotel that I forgot the camera's data cable. :-x I'll have to post 'em when I get home tomorrow night.

Thank you all for a truly wonderful day! :D

I saw the deer...too late to hit it though. :twisted:

That looks like everyone had fun. My son & I are really sad we missed this. I hope this can happen again! Pictures look good. I might be up in the area next weekend. My son will be out of his doctors wish to say warm and indoors! Those pictures look great! :D

DC Box,
Great pics!

Thanks and nice to see you again.
Nick

Thanks, but there was no way I could have climbed those rocks like you did:D

FYI.
I posted my pics in the 'Images' area.

And Kerri, I'm devastated that you got my name wrong :cry:

:D ,
Nick

I'll be in Williamsburg this weekend! :D Wanna get together for lunch? Just a thought!

Gotta visit the fam before the fly to Hawaii for Christmas. LOLOL

E On!

Kerri & Joe

Here are the pics I took... sorry, I'm too lazy to actually post them in a message! I had a GREAT time, it was neat to meet everyone and to finally see that I am not alone in my E freakness. Looking forward to the next one!

Shenandoah Meet pics (http://web.mac.com/phillipsstudio/iWeb/The_E/Element%20Owners%20Club.html)

These pictures rock. :D
My boy and I would have loved seening the E-train! :cry:

Here are the pics I took... sorry, I'm too lazy to actually post them in a message! I had a GREAT time, it was neat to meet everyone and to finally see that I am not alone in my E freakness. Looking forward to the next one!

Shenandoah Meet pics (http://web.mac.com/phillipsstudio/iWeb/The_E/Element%20Owners%20Club.html)


Great pics!

FYI... I posted my pics in the 'Images' area.

I found 'em! http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29848

We started with 6 Es at McDonalds in Marshall, VA.

Decorations with that hometown feel

Front Royal even supplied snowflakes :)

Soul Mountain Cafe pics

Breakfast of champions :wink:

Front Royal is a charming town

We were up to 8 Es for lunch and the rest of the day.

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Holiday Es :D. From the top: Rocket Dog, mine and DCBox's Es.

Kerri's cool dash and seat covers

Off to Skyline Drive!

No camping, though

Lining up for the drive

Our first stop

Second stop... notice the Jeep that joined us on the far right

Spiderman!!!!!!!!!!!!

Checking out the parasailer

Great view, great weather and great people :D

Off to our third and final stop

Telltale signs of the cold nights, so contrary to our day

At the top!

Spiderman, take 2

Such beauty

These deer apparently didn't mind us being so close, which was fine with me!

This shot was taken from the driver's seat through the back window.

Deborah took this one from the passenger's seat

...and the rest

As Always Great Photos:)

Nice Pics Colin! Where did you guys get off the Drive? Big Meadow?

As Always Great Photos:)

Nice Pics Colin!

Thanks, Guys. :D

Where did you guys get off the Drive? Big Meadow?

I have no idea. I set Amie (our GPS) for Williamsburg and turned when I was told to. :-P

I have no idea. I set Amie (our GPS) for Williamsburg and turned when I was told to. :-P

Sound like Amie's the boss! :D :razz:

Colin....I love your pics.:)

Breakfast of champions :wink:

Hey, I checked my watch, it was after 12! I think I drove the farthest, I was parched!

lifeizgood,
Great pics! Thanks!!

I drove to Mechanicsburg, PA on Sat morning, then hit the Meet Sunday morning. When the smoke cleared I had put on 780 miles last weekend, loving every minute of it. The Element is a great road trip machine.

Wonderful pictures Colin, thanks very much. Who is that strange little man with glasses and the thousand-yard stare? :twisted:

I just wanted to say it was an absolute pleasure meeting everyone last Sunday.

Kerri...you and Joe did a great job setting this meet up !!! THANKS !!!!

Colin, Deb and Gary...it was great seeing you guys again....

It was great meeting Rocket Dog, Igneouss and family, Doug and Dogdrool....

Dogdrool....if you are interested we could possibly hook you up with a fellow single 1987 VA Tech grad who started out in Chemistry but finished up in Finance. He drives a Mazda but no one is perfect....

Take care everyone and Gary....I'll see you in PA on Saturday....

...Dogdrool....if you are interested we could possibly hook you up with a fellow single 1987 VA Tech grad who started out in Chemistry but finished up in Finance. He drives a Mazda but no one is perfect....

I think we should all interview him first. :grin:

Colin....I love your pics.:)

lifeizgood,
Great pics! Thanks!!

Thank you both :D

Hey, I checked my watch, it was after 12! I think I drove the farthest, I was parched!

Since the restaurant didn't open 'til noon, you'd be right. In addition, it's always after 12 somewhere. :rolleyes: You're more than covered.

Wonderful pictures Colin, thanks very much.

Thank you, and you're welcome. :D

Who is that strange little man with glasses and the thousand-yard stare? :twisted:

That would be the guy who thinks he can pay for the iced tea and get his meal free. :razz:

Originally Posted by BuckNakedBooda
...Dogdrool....if you are interested we could possibly hook you up with a fellow single 1987 VA Tech grad who started out in Chemistry but finished up in Finance. He drives a Mazda but no one is perfect....


I am always up for meeting a fellow hokie. Did he change majors after having " Take it twice Brice"

I might be up for the beach this summer not sure if Sam will make it though.

Looks like a great meet guys! Thanks for participating and thanks to Kerri for her efforts in putting this together. It's always great when we can come together and have a great time meeting friends for the first time and lining up all of those E's. :D

I fixed my pics on the other thread so that there should not be a 'bandwidth' problem anymore.

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29848

Cheers!

Looks like you guys had a great time. Wish we could have been there. Hopefully, we can make it to the next one. :D

Looks like you guys had a great time. Wish we could have been there. Hopefully, we can make it to the next one. :D

We missed ya! Hope all's well with you both.

FYI: New meets coming up. Please see my signature below.

Thanks!