MMJ @ Champlain Valley Lawn 8/20- Roll Call!

[johnnYYac]

Roll Call Update

johnnYYac
ynwa +1
joey rogo +3
ericm +1
tdb810
8bobbyb
AXG +6 or 7

Anyone get a sense of tailgating options?  I'm thinking about getting there early, checking in at my hotel, then walking to the show (1.2 miles means 15-30 min. walk).  Otherwise, we had a real nice pre-show gathering in a bar before Birmingham and Nashville, so that's an option (not a bar in Birmingham or Nashville, of course  ;)).  I'm wondering if there's a decent watering hole along the route.  Granted, tailgating is cheaper.  Who's been here for a show before?

[tdb810]

Never been to the area, and down for either option!  We are also driving up that day, checking in and heading over.  We will be driving over (hubby is sober) so will be happy to pick up others who might need or want a ride.  

We can pack a big old cooler with beers and sandwiches and snacks etc.  Granted, it wont be a JDbartender totally hooked up tailgate, but it could still be pretty sweet.  OR we can do the bar if there is one :)  We are totally flexible.

[ericm]

the +5ish after my name is now a +3. can't fucking wait for this show.

me too me too!

where is everyone driving from?  we are heading up from NJ, just looked at directions, about 6 hours.  Staying at the Doubletree in Burlington.  

can't wait for a nice little tailgate!

I'm heading up from Jersey also. LBI,good ole exit 63 on the GSP.

I'll be staying at the Sheraton in Burlington. Most likely cabbing it from there as I'm sure I'll be partaking in some beverages. ;)

Can't wait for this show. Especially after catching Yim's stream from Newport. That got me all revved up and raring to go.

Two weeks from this Friday. Woohoo!!

[tdb810]

the +5ish after my name is now a +3. can't fucking wait for this show.

me too me too!

where is everyone driving from?  we are heading up from NJ, just looked at directions, about 6 hours.  Staying at the Doubletree in Burlington.  

can't wait for a nice little tailgate!

I'm heading up from Jersey also. LBI,good ole exit 63 on the GSP.

I'll be staying at the Sheraton in Burlington. Most likely cabbing it from there as I'm sure I'll be partaking in some beverages. ;)

Can't wait for this show. Especially after catching Yim's stream from Newport. That got me all revved up and raring to go.

Two weeks from this Friday. Woohoo!!

2 Weeks! Whoa!!!   We will firm up plans as the date gets closer and I will PM you my cell # so you can txt me if you want to meet up etc...

JOY JOY JOY JOY

[joey_rogo]

I'll be driving in from the Albany area, staying at my roommate's parents' place (which is a short walk from the venue!). Last time I was in Essex Junction, we walked to a bar/restaurant nicknamed The Linc or something like that. The pint glass I stole had Abe Lincoln's face on it. However, I think they have changed names recently, according to my roommate. But anyways, that place should be within walking distance of the venue. We were planning on going there after the show. They usually have live music, and they have Guinness on tap. :) I'll let you know if I find out the address and stuff.

[joey_rogo]

Well derp. A quick look at google maps shows the 'lincoln inn' to be 0.9 miles down the road from the expo. I will be with a group of friends so i'm not sure if I can go there pre-show, but I should be popping in there post. Let me know if you guys think of other places to hang out.

[tdb810]

I'll be driving in from the Albany area, staying at my roommate's parents' place (which is a short walk from the venue!). Last time I was in Essex Junction, we walked to a bar/restaurant nicknamed The Linc or something like that. The pint glass I stole had Abe Lincoln's face on it. However, I think they have changed names recently, according to my roommate. But anyways, that place should be within walking distance of the venue. We were planning on going there after the show. They usually have live music, and they have Guinness on tap. :) I'll let you know if I find out the address and stuff.

Ok, sounds great!!  Maybe a pre-show tailgate, and post-show bar?? hope to get an abe lincoln glass !  someone commented at the brooklyn show that daniel martin moore resembled good ole abe :)  

[ericm]

the +5ish after my name is now a +3. can't fucking wait for this show.

me too me too!

where is everyone driving from?  we are heading up from NJ, just looked at directions, about 6 hours.  Staying at the Doubletree in Burlington.  

can't wait for a nice little tailgate!

I'm heading up from Jersey also. LBI,good ole exit 63 on the GSP.

I'll be staying at the Sheraton in Burlington. Most likely cabbing it from there as I'm sure I'll be partaking in some beverages. ;)

Can't wait for this show. Especially after catching Yim's stream from Newport. That got me all revved up and raring to go.

Two weeks from this Friday. Woohoo!!

2 Weeks! Whoa!!!   We will firm up plans as the date gets closer and I will PM you my cell # so you can txt me if you want to meet up etc...

JOY JOY JOY JOY

Sounds great. I'd definitely like to meet you and other fellow forumites!

I missed out on meeting anyone for the St. Augustine show due to an unexpected family issue, and then I missed the Merriweather Post one also.

Need to get back in on the pre/post show meetup. I'm looking forward to it.

[johnnYYac]

Reviews of the Lincoln Inn.  Sounds like it went downhill with new ownership, but you can't beat the location!  My kind of place.

[joey_rogo]

o boy. some interesting reviews haha

[joey_rogo]

my vt friend says that Grace Potter will be opening. SURPRISE ;)

[ericm]

my vt friend says that Grace Potter will be opening. SURPRISE ;)

Higher Ground's web site now has this up on their website.

Nice surprise! 8-)

[ynwa]

I'll be driving in from the Albany area, staying at my roommate's parents' place (which is a short walk from the venue!). Last time I was in Essex Junction, we walked to a bar/restaurant nicknamed The Linc or something like that. The pint glass I stole had Abe Lincoln's face on it. However, I think they have changed names recently, according to my roommate. But anyways, that place should be within walking distance of the venue. We were planning on going there after the show. They usually have live music, and they have Guinness on tap. :) I'll let you know if I find out the address and stuff.

Ok, sounds great!!  Maybe a [highlight]pre-show tailgate, and post-show bar??[/highlight] [highlight]hope to get an abe lincoln glass [/highlight]!  someone commented at the brooklyn show that [highlight]daniel martin moore resembled good ole abe[/highlight] :)  

1) sounds like an excellent plan!  i haven't been to this particular venue but, we're gonna be in vermont & it'd be a damn shame to spend pre & post show time in a bar.    
2) if they have them, i'm definitely getting one.  see, i have this problem...
3) he sorta did!  really tall & lanky, only thing missing was the beard  ;D

holy smokes, i can't believe it's only a few days away.  sis & i are super psyched!

[tdb810]

I'll be driving in from the Albany area, staying at my roommate's parents' place (which is a short walk from the venue!). Last time I was in Essex Junction, we walked to a bar/restaurant nicknamed The Linc or something like that. The pint glass I stole had Abe Lincoln's face on it. However, I think they have changed names recently, according to my roommate. But anyways, that place should be within walking distance of the venue. We were planning on going there after the show. They usually have live music, and they have Guinness on tap. :) I'll let you know if I find out the address and stuff.

Ok, sounds great!!  Maybe a [highlight]pre-show tailgate, and post-show bar??[/highlight] [highlight]hope to get an abe lincoln glass [/highlight]!  someone commented at the brooklyn show that [highlight]daniel martin moore resembled good ole abe[/highlight] :)  

1) sounds like an excellent plan!  i haven't been to this particular venue but, we're gonna be in vermont & it'd be a damn shame to spend pre & post show time in a bar.    
2) if they have them, i'm definitely getting one.  see, i have this problem...
3) he sorta did!  really tall & lanky, only thing missing was the beard  ;D

holy smokes, i can't believe it's only a few days away.  sis & i are super psyched!

yahooooooooooooooooooooo!  me too me too!
what time are you guys getting on the road??

[ynwa]

I'll be driving in from the Albany area, staying at my roommate's parents' place (which is a short walk from the venue!). Last time I was in Essex Junction, we walked to a bar/restaurant nicknamed The Linc or something like that. The pint glass I stole had Abe Lincoln's face on it. However, I think they have changed names recently, according to my roommate. But anyways, that place should be within walking distance of the venue. We were planning on going there after the show. They usually have live music, and they have Guinness on tap. :) I'll let you know if I find out the address and stuff.

Ok, sounds great!!  Maybe a [highlight]pre-show tailgate, and post-show bar??[/highlight] [highlight]hope to get an abe lincoln glass [/highlight]!  someone commented at the brooklyn show that [highlight]daniel martin moore resembled good ole abe[/highlight] :)  

1) sounds like an excellent plan!  i haven't been to this particular venue but, we're gonna be in vermont & it'd be a damn shame to spend pre & post show time in a bar.    
2) if they have them, i'm definitely getting one.  see, i have this problem...
3) he sorta did!  really tall & lanky, only thing missing was the beard  ;D

holy smokes, i can't believe it's only a few days away.  sis & i are super psyched!

yahooooooooooooooooooooo!  me too me too!
what time are you guys getting on the road??

not exactly sure yet, we've agreed on "earlyish" but haven't set an exact time.  

what about you & bob?

[tdb810]

we are aiming to be northbound by about 10am the latest....i will txt you when we get on the road.  have to drop off the little one with my parents "down the shore" first.  Looks like it will take about 6 hours, so we should get there on time for check in (at the Doubletree Burlington)

Also, for you - and others travelling from the south -- ericm sent me this note

<I was checking routes to VT, and saw an alert about a bridge closure.It's the Lake Champlain/Crown Point Bridge which spans the lake between Crown Point, N.Y. and Chimney Point, VT.>

Not sure if this affects us or not but wanted to share the valuable info.  Thanks eric!

[joey_rogo]

that bridge (or lack there of ;)) is pretty damn far up north. unless you were planning on driving up 87 really far and then crossing into vt, that wont be a problem. i usually get over into vt south of the lake and take 22a up thru vermont. it is a pretty ride. however, if you are feeling adventurous, and the weather is nice, there are 3 or 4 spots along lake champlain that you could cross on the ferry. its kinda pricey, and slow, but it's pretty cool.

[beckstp1]

hey everyone,

first time post-er, long time lurker

I'm heading up Friday mid morning.

just got a hotel room for 95$ on priceline for sheraton in s. burlington, usually 160$  so that was good.

hoping to hit up Magic Hat in the afternoon for a few,  please let me know if you find a bar you're hitting up as my two buddies and I would love to join.

also 25$ tix on ticketmaster currently for the thurs Tom Petty show, not too shabby

[ynwa]

i think the plan is to get on the road 9/9:30 - yup it's about 6 hr drive or thereabouts.  we are staying @ the handy suites which, i'm told, is less than a mile from the venue.  if people want, we could use it as an initial meet up point & figure out cars etc from there?  just a thought...

plotting the travel route now, don't think that bridge will be a problem, but the heads up is much appreciated.  there's a few different routes we can do, will let you know what we decide.

[ericm]

that bridge (or lack there of ;)) is pretty damn far up north. unless you were planning on driving up 87 really far and then crossing into vt, that wont be a problem. i usually get over into vt south of the lake and take 22a up thru vermont. it is a pretty ride. however, if you are feeling adventurous, and the weather is nice, there are 3 or 4 spots along lake champlain that you could cross on the ferry. its kinda pricey, and slow, but it's pretty cool.

Thanks Joey.

I didn't know where exactly that bridge was, but it came up as a travel alert when I was checking routes through AAA.

I'll be coming up from Jersey and crossing into VT south of the lake also,around Glens Falls and then 4 to 22A.

I looked into the Port Kent - Burlington Ferry but it seemed like  a longer route, plus it's $17.00 each way, and then with my luck I'd hit a delay and get there late for the ferry. ;)

It won't be long now!!