Author Topic: Sugestions for PNW SpringMeet 2011 (Read 8788 times)

miketolliver · « **on:** December 20, 2010, 03:30:27 PM »

Suggestions for PNW SpringMeet

www.pnwspringmeet.com
April 3rd

mike@pnwspringmeet.com

setup time is 8-10am
open to public is 10am to 3pm

Registration is now open

HI all .... I'm sure I've meet many of you over the years either through SpringMeet , BugOut or GC weekend. I'm a member of many northwest Vw clubs and been involved one way or another in events for over 10 years .

I've been out of the air scene for a while building my family and since one of my favorite shows and swap meets has went defunked. I've spoken to the elders at NWVWC about bringing this back and they just don’t have ability to make it happen. I’d like to bring this event back to life but without your help and suggestions it just might not happen.

Have you been to springmeet in the past down in the states ?
Remember cool crisp spring mornings , PNW rain ,aisles of swap , some of the best winter project cars indoors ?

I want to make it how it was ten years ago, relaxed , fun and an overall great time. NO flashy stuff here , great people , great cars and good old parts.
I’m targeting April and I want to flush ideas with forums and clubs before I get to ahead of myself. I have a location of 85,000sqft indoor to hold the event that should make 70+ swap spaces , 30-40 cars for nice show , and room for everyone.

what suggestions or requests would like to see , this your chance to have your voice heard. I know most of you are bit far away so I want to know what would insure you coming to participate.
miketolliver2@gmail.com

Chris W · « **Reply #1 on:** December 20, 2010, 04:30:43 PM »

I used to Drive up from Portland and show. The location was good till the back lot was being used which was muddy and small. Swap was alway good, car show got smaller and smaller each year. The front parking lot always had a good amount of nice cars in it. It would be nice to have VW parking in a area close to the showing area, similar to what Woodburn does.

I would go up for it.

Geoff · « **Reply #2 on:** December 20, 2010, 04:38:50 PM »

There was always a large crew from Vancouver that would go every year, I'd say 50-60 people at least. Everyone here misses this event and i'm sure we would all support you and it if it can be brought back.

red snapper · « **Reply #3 on:** December 20, 2010, 04:58:21 PM »

Quote from: Geoff on December 20, 2010, 04:38:50 PM

There was always a large crew from Vancouver that would go every year, I'd say 50-60 people at least. Everyone here misses this event and i'm sure we would all support you and it if it can be brought back.

This is great news. Always had a fun time down there. Dont know what I could add to make it better But I will be there.
Thanks!

buddy boy · « **Reply #4 on:** December 20, 2010, 06:58:55 PM »

oh man ,.. i miss the road trips ,.. the great swap and partying the night before

Jeremy · « **Reply #5 on:** December 21, 2010, 08:24:10 AM »

I'd go. Another somewhat local show would be great.

miketolliver · « **Reply #6 on:** December 21, 2010, 02:40:18 PM »

well starting to see alot of feedback and I've love to hear what everyone has to say .

So far I found out that the XXX Rootbeer meet for NWVWC is march 20th , so I think just a few weeks after would be a good timeing.

Another question .
Had a few folks mail me about camping at the new location, I talked with them today and they are looking into it, I think it wont be an issue . So maybe midnight swap sales pre event with big bonfire . we"ll see

Please post some comments , more feed back the better .

notchback · « **Reply #7 on:** December 21, 2010, 09:19:43 PM »

Im down for sure. I miss those trips along with the camping

empiracer · « **Reply #8 on:** December 24, 2010, 08:25:39 AM »

This is great and I am happy to help out if I can , The only concern I have so far is the the Capital City spring Fling is in April, which will be in its 3rd year and seems to draw a good crowd. There are also a couple of out of state events happening as well that are well attended by VW folks from up here in the NW

miketolliver · « **Reply #9 on:** December 24, 2010, 09:30:08 PM »

Quote from: empiracer on December 24, 2010, 08:25:39 AM

This is great and I am happy to help out if I can , The only concern I have so far is the the Capital City spring Fling is in April, which will be in its 3rd year and seems to draw a good crowd. There are also a couple of out of state events happening as well that are well attended by VW folks from up here in the NW

well if you can let me know when Capital City spring Fling is the better , we are looking at april 3rd now as a date . If anyone knows an orginizer for that show please pass my infor along .

There is a facebook site if you are at FB person .
http://www.facebook.com/pages/PNW-Springmeet/152740904771621?ref=sgm

a few folks have asked about camping , I'm getting that cleared now , far as I can see I dont this it will be a issue, and location would be an epic camp.

Please continue with feedback , since the Capital City spring Fling is in Oly I'm scarping that location I have there and using for another event.

empiracer · « **Reply #10 on:** December 26, 2010, 10:59:13 AM »

I believe the show was also held on the 1st. weekend of April, But I've spoken to a couple peeps that are down in that area , Its sounding like the Cap. City spring fling may not happen this year. A buddy of mine is contacting the organizer to get more info. However the Portland Swap meet is always on the 1st weekend of April and that draws a lot of car people to Oregon that weekend.

Where are you planning on having the show at ?

Hope I am not coming off a a nay sayer , just throwing out all for consideration.

miketolliver · « **Reply #11 on:** December 30, 2010, 10:43:06 AM »

Please let me know more about Springfling , I'd love to work with them if possable . email me direct as needed

the location is at a new facility recentlyu purchused for the dirtfish crew . Roughly hwy 18 and I-90 , Its 240 acres with 85,000sqft of perfect space.

So far still planning on April 3rd , owner likes the idea of old bus guys out camping the night before

Lanny · « **Reply #12 on:** December 30, 2010, 11:31:50 AM »

How's the hotel situation in that area? It's near Snoqualmie?

Travy · « **Reply #13 on:** December 30, 2010, 02:08:20 PM »

Quote from: miketolliver on December 30, 2010, 10:43:06 AM

So far still planning on April 3rd

Hopefully this won't interfere with the DCI Spring BBQ

empiracer · « **Reply #14 on:** December 30, 2010, 05:14:03 PM »

Quote from: Lanny on December 30, 2010, 11:31:50 AM

How's the hotel situation in that area? It's near Snoqualmie?

That is actually super close to me , Like maybe 15 min. . So I can tell you that there are a couple of descent hotels in Issaquah that are right off of I-90.

miketolliver · « **Reply #15 on:** January 10, 2011, 04:26:38 PM »

Motels
Sunset motel
227 W North Bend Way, North Bend, WA (425) 888-0381

Northbend Motel
322 East North Bend Way, North Bend, WA (425) 888-1121

The website is now live as well guys

www.pnwspringmeet.com

mike@pnwspringmeet.com

miketolliver · « **Reply #16 on:** January 10, 2011, 04:31:27 PM »

Quote from: Travy on December 30, 2010, 02:08:20 PM

Quote from: miketolliver on December 30, 2010, 10:43:06 AM
So far still planning on April 3rd
Hopefully this won't interfere with the DCI Spring BBQ

I'd hate to interfere with that , but this is more a swapmeet and classic car show, this should be a good afternoon seeing the greasy parts and seeing some classic great cars and busses.

miketolliver · « **Reply #17 on:** January 19, 2011, 09:51:47 PM »

well so far so good , website is fully done . Working to get the pre register peice completed .

what other things do folks need to know ?

OH yeah , if you are on facebook look us up and "LIKE" us for the most upt to date information

http://www.facebook.com/pages/PNW-Springmeet/152740904771621?ref=sgm

miketolliver · « **Reply #18 on:** February 15, 2011, 09:39:02 PM »

Registration is now open

time to get you spot now , selling out fast

DarrenE · « **Reply #19 on:** February 15, 2011, 10:00:35 PM »

So, who from this side of the border is actually driving their ACVW's down? My car will be on the road.

miketolliver · « **Reply #20 on:** February 21, 2011, 05:07:43 PM »

let me know , maybe I can get a drive thread going for you guys. I know the yakima clubs ( apple valley) is having a cruise to springmeet.

Pic from the weekend , main hall

Jord63 · « **Reply #21 on:** February 21, 2011, 08:49:39 PM »

Quote from: DarrenE on February 15, 2011, 10:00:35 PM

So, who from this side of the border is actually driving their ACVW's down? My car will be on the road.

Hey Darren, My buddy and I are planning on putting permits on our cars and driving them down. Just have to make sure I can get the inlaws to watch the kids. Are you going?

DarrenE · « **Reply #22 on:** February 21, 2011, 09:46:47 PM »

I'm working on it, and will let you know in the next few days. I'll call you.
Darren.

Quote from: Jord63 on February 21, 2011, 08:49:39 PM

Quote from: DarrenE on February 15, 2011, 10:00:35 PM
So, who from this side of the border is actually driving their ACVW's down? My car will be on the road.
Hey Darren, My buddy and I are planning on putting permits on our cars and driving them down. Just have to make sure I can get the inlaws to watch the kids. Are you going?

buddy boy · « **Reply #23 on:** February 21, 2011, 10:00:39 PM »

good chance i'm going

miketolliver · « **Reply #24 on:** March 01, 2011, 02:06:50 PM »

Quote from: buddy boy on February 21, 2011, 10:00:39 PM

good chance i'm going

you guys need to get your pre registation done , hit the website and register so I can get on in some good spots

miketolliver · « **Reply #25 on:** March 08, 2011, 05:02:34 PM »

shirts are being printed today , here is proof , the image was moved up a bit .

We only will be making a limited run , so I suggest register and order a shirt to make sure you get one.

http://pnwspringmeet.com/pre.htm

DarrenE · « **Reply #26 on:** March 08, 2011, 06:54:04 PM »

I want one of those shirts!

But, unfortunately I can't make it down. :'(

Jord63 · « **Reply #27 on:** March 11, 2011, 07:11:28 AM »

Anyone else heading down? I am driving my car down on Sat afternoon. Anyone else leaving around then? Up for cruising together? Does anyone have hotels booked? Looking for a hotel close to the show. Let me know.

kombikruiser · « **Reply #28 on:** March 11, 2011, 02:38:44 PM »

I'm heading down sat afternoon as well. There's a sick reggae band called Katchafire playing at the snoqualmie casino that night, so it's gonna make for a great weekend!

We'll be staying at the north bend motel in, uh, north bend. Let's get a Cruise goin!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIySfQ6Qurs

Jord63 · « **Reply #29 on:** March 12, 2011, 09:14:30 PM »

Quote from: kombikruiser on March 11, 2011, 02:38:44 PM

I'm heading down sat afternoon as well. There's a sick reggae band called Katchafire playing at the snoqualmie casino that night, so it's gonna make for a great weekend!

We'll be staying at the north bend motel in, uh, north bend. Let's get a Cruise goin!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIySfQ6Qurs

Did you make reservations at the North Bend Motel or are just going to wing it? Have you stayed there before? I read a few reveiws on the local motels on the show website, not great. I dont really care what a place looks like as long as the shower is hot, the roof dont leak and the bed sheets are clean, but when I start reading complaints of ants in the rooms and the bed, well, that crosses a line for me. On the other hand, I dont want to stay at a $230/night couples retreat that is listed at the top of the page either. Maybe I will take a chance with the cheep place and bring a sleeping bag incase I have to sleep in the tub. LOL.