Fourth Annual WSF Jamboree

[crashdive123]

I missed that - thanks. If we can get a site - I'm OK with Cumberland. Mountains and fall colors are my preference, and it looks like both can be accommodated there. What says everybody else. If we pick Cumberland we'll have to wait until July to make reservations. I can call them this week and see how quickly their group sites book up.

Not trying to push one place over another - just would like us to lock in a place so folks can do some longer range planning.

[roar-k]

I say go for it if you get the okay from 1-2 more people

List of Activities and Attractions near Cumberland Gap:

Wilderness Road State Park and Trail (obviously)
Pinnacle Overlook & Tri-State Peak Trail (Can stand in more than one state at a time)
Wilderness Trail Off-road Park
Middlesboro Meteorite Crater Impact Site
Gap Caverns In Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
There's about 10 other caves/caverns to visit as well The Sand Cave is really fun and it's near
Chained-Rock Trail

There's bowling lanes about 20 minutes away as well.
Lost Squadron & P38 from WWII is in Middlesboro.

Oh and the Heritage Festival is Oct 13th. The Park is a little busy during that time, but it give a little bit more to do.

[pgvoutdoors]

I've been off-site for a little while but I'm still in for this year. The Cumberland Gap area sounds good to me.

[crashdive123]

I still need to call them about reservations. I'll get that done this coming week and report back.

[crashdive123]

I spoke with someone at the visitor center today. She said sometimes they book fast and sometimes not. She did not know how many vehicles were allowed at the group sites, but said parking is fairly limited. The three month window for making reservations is a firm rule.

If this is a place that we want to shoot for, I'll try calling in July and reserve a site (don't know if we want more than one) for October 19, 20, 21.

[TresMon]

I'd love to attend, but please plan it during a gap in the TN deer hunting season if you make it fall. Deer season is a very serious time for me to get my meat for the year.

[grrlscout]

Funny thing. I was planning on visiting my family in KY in the Fall. Looks like it would be about a 3.5 hour drive from their town to the park. Depending on if I can get a car and such. I might be able to make this trip a "twofer".

The only thing is, I'm flying to KY. I'll be able to bring only a small amount of gear.

[crashdive123]

Funny thing. I was planning on visiting my family in KY in the Fall. Looks like it would be about a 3.5 hour drive from their town to the park. Depending on if I can get a car and such. I might be able to make this trip a "twofer".

The only thing is, I'm flying to KY. I'll be able to bring only a small amount of gear.

We'll have plenty of gear. Heck - last year between KRat's trailer and my truck we probably had an extra 3 tents, 5 sleeping bags, and a whoooooole bunch of other gear.

[SQWERL]

I might be able to make it. Just depends on my schedule at work. I just got released by myself on the phones (911 location of your emergency?). so if anyone has to call 911 in chattanooga you might get me. just depends on what shift they actually give me and what off days. but i hope to see you guys there.

[Winnie]

After the horrible year to date, all things considered, put me down for a tentative yes. Although I'll need to borrow gear and beg a lift.
Pssst GRS if you go, I'll bring Hobnobs.

[crashdive123]

That would be great if you could make it.

[gryffynklm]

I'm putting it on the calendar. That time of year is pretty open for me.

[roar-k]

I'd love to attend, but please plan it during a gap in the TN deer hunting season if you make it fall. Deer season is a very serious time for me to get my meat for the year.

tres,

it would be good to see you there if you can make it. man, i taste the food now. i am going to be making biscuits and gravy!

[grrlscout]

After the horrible year to date, all things considered, put me down for a tentative yes. Although I'll need to borrow gear and beg a lift.
Pssst GRS if you go, I'll bring Hobnobs.

That would be awesome! And I prefer the plain chocolate variety.

I'd have to make some mesquite pancakes

[TresMon]

Cool. Thanks Roar

[kyratshooter]

Girlscout and Winnie, just let me know and I will outfit both of you. I have gear enough to outfit three families. Tents, cots sleeping bags, extra stoves the works. Do not worry about bringing gear on the airplane.

[crashdive123]

Yep - don't let lack of gear keep anybody from coming.

[Winnie]

kyr I was going to tap you up for kit! glad you offered. I just need to start planning my itinerary now.

[crashdive123]

Great that you'll be coming Winnie. I'll call on Monday, July 2 to see if we can reserve one of the group sites.

[pgvoutdoors]

Sounds like things are starting to come together. I'm still planning on being there, of course I'll bring some extra gear for anyone that needs it. No need for anyone to worry about showing up and needing a place to sleep.